This exciting new HDV camcorder delivers the enhanced functionality professionals have been asking for, such as an interchangeable lens system, native progressive recording, and solid-state memory recording functionality. A streamlined nonlinear editing workflow is achieved using the supplied Memory Recording Unit, which provides HDV/DVCAM™/DV file recording on a widely available Compact Flash® solid-state memory card, as well as recording onto HDV tape. This groundbreaking camcorder also features 1080/24p/30p HDV native progressive recording modes, and HDMI.
Product Description: HVR-Z7U Handheld HDV Camcorder with 1/3” type 3 ClearVID CMOS imagers, inter-changeable bayonet mount lens system, and dual record-to-tape and record-to-flash memory capability.
CUTTING-EDGE IMAGING SYSTEM • 1/3 inch-type 3 ClearVID CMOS Sensor and Design™ system • Exmor™ technology utilizes the full potential of the 3 ClearVID CMOS imagers INTERCHANGEABLE LENS SYSTEM WITH UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES • Carl Zeiss 12x Optical zoom lens included as standard • Bayonet mount system ENHANCED OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONALITY • 24p/30p HDV Native Progressive Recording Modes • Three integral ND lens filters • Negative gain settings • Smooth Gain and Smooth WB functions • NEW Shooting Support Features include: o Advanced Histogram o Camera Leveling indicator o User definable Focus Marking feature for manual focus operations o 6 different AE windows for improved automatic exposure setting o 6 Picture Profile user definable memories o Independently processed brightness and color levels o Color Correction feature o WB Shift function with 2 optional settings o Skin tone Detail Function • Switchable HD/SD Recording and Playback – HDV1080i/DVCAM/DV • Built-in Down-converter for SD Production • Smooth Slow Recording capability • New supplied microphone (ECM-XM1) with improved sound quality over the previous ECM-NV1. • New 3.2” (viewable area, measured diagonally) type XtraFine LCD™ FLASH MEMORY RECORDING UNIT INCLUDED • Special shoe connector allows for easy integration to camcorder without the need for additional cabling • Records onto easily obtained Compact Flash memory cards • Hybrid Operation enhances archiving, IT workflow, and HD/SD parallel recording • Flash Memory recording unit can be independently operated using the included cradle and standard NP InfoLITHIUM® L size battery • Sony’s first handheld HDV camcorder with an interchangeable lens system • HDV, DVCAM and DV Recording on a miniDV Cassette tape • 0.45” (viewable area, measured diagonally) type EVF offer highresolution, high-contrast images with 100% full-scan, and 6500°k color temperature (standard for professional monitors). • infoLITHIUM L Series Battery Compatible • HDMI output connector • Smooth Slow Rec • Two accessory shoes • One touch clip microphone holder
Specifications Camera Section Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*® zoom lens, 12x zoom (optical), Focal length: • 4.4 to 52.8 mm, • 32.0 to 384 mm (35mm equiv) at 16:9 mode • 39.5 to 474 mm (35mm equiv) at 4:3 mode, Filter diameter: 72 mm Buit-in filters: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 Imaging System: 1/3-inch, progressive 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system with Exmor technology Picture elements: Approx. 1,037,000 pixels (effective), approx. 1,120,000 pixels (total) Focus: Auto, manual (focus ring/one push auto/infinity/AF assist/ focus macro) White balance: • Auto, one-push auto (A/B positions) • Indoor (3200 K) • Outdoor (selectable level -7 to +7, approx. 500K/step) • Manual WB Temp (selectable 2300K to 15000K, 100K/step) Shutter speed: Auto: 1/60 - 1/2000 Manual: • 60i/30p: 1/4 - 1/10000 • 24p: 1/3 - 1/10000 Gain: -6, -3, 0 , 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21 dB Minimum illumination: 1.5 lux (auto gain, auto iris, 1/30 shutter) VTR Section: Record / playback (down conversion) formats: • HDV1080/60i • DVCAM • DV SP 480/60i (NTSC) Record / Playback times : • HDV /DV SP Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette Input / Output connectors: Audio / Video Output o 10-pin connector A/V OUT jack (composite, unbalanced audio (RCA pin x 2ch) with the supplied cable) Component Video Output: o Component out jack (special connector) HDV / DV Input/Output: o i.LINK® interface (IEEE1394, 6-pin) XLR Audio Input o XLR 3-pin x 2CH Headphone o Stereo mini jack (ø3.5 mm) LANC o Stereo mini-mini jack (ø2.5 mm) Digital video Output o HDMI connector Built-In Output Devices: LCD Viewfinder 0.45-inch type (Viewable area measured diagonally), approx. 1,226,880 dots (852x3[RGB]x480), 16:9 aspect ratio. LCD Monitor:: 3.2-inch type (Viewable area measured diagonally), XtraFine LCD, approx. 921,600 dots, hybrid type, 16:9 aspect ratio. Mass: Approx. 2.4 kg (5 lb 4 oz) (w/ the supplied lens, w/o tape, battery) Power Requirements: DC 7.2 V (battery pack), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor) Power Consumption: Maximum approx. 7.2 W Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) Storage Temperature: -20 to +60 °C (-4 to 140 °F)
Supplied Accessories: o Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, 12x zoom (optical), lens hood & lens cover o HVR-MRC1 memory recording unit kit o AC-VQ1050 AC adaptor/charger o NP-F570 infoLITHIUM rechargeable battery pa o A/V connecting cable o Component video cable o Lithium battery (CR2025) o Accessory shoe adaptor o Large size eye-cup o Additional normal accessory shoe kit o RMT-831 wireless Remote Commander o ECM-XM1 monaural elect ret condenser microphone o Operating instructions (CD-ROM & hardcopy)
HVR-MRC1 Recording Media: o Compact Flash card (2GB or bigger, 133x or faster) File System: o FAT32 File Format: HDV : .M2T DVCAM/DV : .AVI (DV-AVI, type 1) or .DV (Raw-DV) Connectors: o Special hot shoe o i.LINK-6pin (on the supplied cradle) o DC power input (on the supplied cradle) o infoLITHIUM L series battery slot (on the supplied cradle
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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