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HVR-S270U Worldcam Update
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 HD/SD-SDI output
Hybrid Recording Workflow
Product Description: Shoulder-mount 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
• Shoulder-mount HDV camcorder
• MiniDV and standard size cassette compatibility with up to 4.5 hours
total record time capability
• HDSDI output interface
• 4 channel audio input with balanced XLR connectors
• XtraFine EVF with approximately 1,227,000 dots, 852x3[RGB]x480)
• V-mount BP series battery compatible
| General Specifications | Detail: |
| Mass |
Approx. 4.0 kg (8 lbs 12 oz) camera body only
5.2 kg (11 lbs 7 oz) including Carl Zeiss lens (VCL-412BWS)
6.3 kg (13 lbs 15 oz) including battery pack (BP-GL95)
cassette (PHDV-276DM)
Carl Zeiss Lens (VCL-412BWS)
lens hood with lens cover and shotgun microphone (ECM-XM1) |
| Power Requirements |
DC 14.4 V (Battery pack); DC 12 V (11 V - 17 V) (AC Adaptor) |
| Power Consumption |
HDV recording 12.5 W
DVCAM (DV) recording: 11.9 W
w/Viewfinder and Memory Recording Unit (HVR-MRC-1):
HDV recording 15.1 W
DVCAM (DV) recording: 14.6 W |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to +40 °C (+32 to +104 °F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-20 to +60 °C (-4 to +140 °F) |
| Humidity |
N/A |
| Continuous Operating Time |
With BP-GL65: HDV 240 min; DVCAM (DV) 255 minutes
With BP-GL95: HDV 370 minutes; DVCAM (DV) 385 minutes
With BP-L60S: HDV 215 minutes; DVCAM (DV) 230 minutes
With BP-L80S: HDV 295 minutes; DVCAM (DV) 310 minutes
Measured under the following conditions:
when recording using both tape and the MRC-1 Memory Recording unit; using ECM-XM1 microphone
when recording continuously
when using the viewfinder with the LCD panel closed |
| Video Recording Format |
HDV Mode 1: (MPEG2 MP@H-14L), 4:2:0, 25Mbps (1440 x 1080)
DVCAM (25 Mbps) 480/60i (NTSC)
DV SP (25 Mbps) 480/60i (NTSC) |
| Audio Recording |
HDV: MPEG-1 Audio Layer II (2-Channel); MPEG-2 Audio Layer II (4-Channel). 16 bit, 48 kHz.
DVCAM/DV: Linear PCM (2ch, 16-bit, 48 kHz) PCM (4ch, 12-bit, 32 kHz) |
| Recording Media |
Standard size or Mini HDV (PHDV-xxx) or DVCAM (PDM-xxx) tapes; Mini-DV tapes |
| Recording Frame Rate NTSC model |
60i (59.94i, 29.97 fps); 23.98 fps; 30 fps. |
| Recording Frame Rate PAL model |
50i (25 fps); 23.98 fps; 30 fps |
| Recording/Playback time |
HDV: 276 min (using PHDV-276DM); 63 min (using PHDVM-63DM)
DVCAM: 184 min (using PHDV-276DM); 41 min (using PHDVM-63DM)
DV SP: 276 min (using PHDV-276DM); 63 min (using PHDV-63DM)
Compact flash recording time in HDV/DV: 36 min (using 8 GB CF card); 72 min (using 16 GB CF card) |
| Inputs/Outputs Specifications | Detail: |
| Genlock In |
NA |
| TC IN |
BNC x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω |
| SDI IN |
NA |
| Audio In |
4 x 3-pin XLR (female), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable. Audio Input 1 (L)/Audio Input 2 (R)/Audio Input 3/Audio Input 4. |
| AES/EBU Input |
NA |
| MIC In |
4 x 3-pin XLR (female), selectable line/mic/mic +48 v. Audio Input 1 (L)/Audio Input 2 (R)/Audio Input 3/Audio Input 4. |
| Test Out |
NA |
| SDI Out |
BNC x 1
(HD/SD switchable)
HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio) |
| S-Video Out |
S (Y/C) connector x 1
Luminance Signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Chrominance Signal: 0.286 Vp-p (burst signal), 75 Ω |
| Audio Out |
RCA connector x 2 (CH-1, CH-2)
Audio Signal: -10 dBu (at load impedance 47 kΩ)
Output Impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ |
| TC Out |
BNC x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω |
| Earphone |
Stereo mini-jack (ø3.5 mm) |
| Monitor Speaker |
Monaural, 250 mW |
| DC In |
DC in 12 V, 1 x 4-pin XLR, Male, 11 V - 17 V |
| DC Out |
DC out 12 V, 1 x 4-pin, concentric |
| Lens Conector |
12-pin connector, concentric |
| Remote |
NA |
| Light |
12 Volt, 2-pin, max 35 W |
| Camera Adaptor |
NA |
| i.Link |
i.LINK (IEEE1394), 6-pin, S400 |
| Memory Stick |
NA |
| Gigabit Ethernet |
NA |
| USB |
NA |
| Audio Performance Specifications | Detail: |
| Frequency Response |
50 - 20,000 Hz (ECM-XM1) |
| Dynamic Range |
111 dB |
| Distortion |
N/A |
| Crosstalk |
N/A |
| Wow & Flutter |
N/A |
| Headroom |
N/A |
| Camera Section Specifications | Detail: |
| Effective Picture Elements |
16:9: 1,037,000 pixels
4:3: 778,000 pixels |
| Optical System |
F1.6 prism |
| Built-In Optical Filters |
1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND |
| Enhanced Clear Scan ECS |
Manual Mode: 1/48-1/10000 (Scan Type 24, 24A), 1/60-1/10000 (Scan Type 30, 60)
ECS Mode: 23.98-199.8 Hz (Scan Type 24, 24A); 29.97-199.8 Hz (Scan Type 30, 60)
SLS (Slow Shutter): 1/3-1/40 (Scan Type 24, 24A); 1/4-1/30 (Scan Type 30, 60) |
| Slow & Quick Motion Function |
Smooth Slow Recording (SMTH SLW REC) function; 3, 6, 12 sec intervals. |
| Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance) |
Close to F8 @ 60i |
| Minimum Illumination |
1.5 Lux (Fixed Shutter Speed 1/30, Auto Gain, Auto Iris). F1.6. |
| Gain Selection |
-6, -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21 dB |
| Smear Level |
no smear (CMOS) |
| Horizontal Resolution |
800 TV Lines |
| Registration |
NA |
| Modulation Depth |
NA |
| Monitoring Specifications | Detail: |
| Viewfinder |
Electric Viewfinder (EVF); Approx 1.2 million pixels. 852 x 3 (RGB) x 480. |
| Built-In LCD Monitor |
8.0 CM (3.2") LCD/VF |
| Lens Specifications | Detail: |
| Lens Mount |
1/3-inch bayonet mount type |
| Included Lens Specifications | Detail: |
| Iris |
F1.6 - close |
| Maximum Relative Aperture |
1.6 |
| Focus |
AF/MF/Full MF selectable; Macro |
| Image Stabilizer |
Steadyshot Image Stabilization, Standard/Soft/Hard selectable |
| Filter Thread |
72 mm |
| Built-In Microphone Specifications | Detail: |
| Capsule Type |
Condenser, ECM-XM1 |
Brochure
Supplied Accessories:
o Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, 12x zoom
(optical), Lens hood with lens cover
o HVR-MRC1 memory recording unit kit
o Lithium battery (CR2025)
o Large size eye-cup
o Additional normal shoe kit
o ECM-XM1 monaural electret condenser
microphone
o Shoulder Belt
o Operating instructions (CD-ROM & hardcopy)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
NCFD16GP Compact Flash 16GB
ACDN10 AC Adaptor/Charger
RM1BP Remote Commander
RM1000BP LANC Remote Commander
NCFD8GP Professional 8GB Compact Flash Card
BCL70 Portable 2 channel battery charger for lithium-ion batteries
BCL500 4CH Lithium-Ion Battery Charger
HVLLBP LED Battery Video Light
SHL32WBP LCD Viewfinder Hood
BPL60S Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery
BCM150 Ni-MH & Lithium-Ion Battery Charger
BPGL95 Graphite Lithium-Ion Battery
BPGL65 Graphite Lithium-Ion Battery
BPL80S Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery pack (83.5Wh)
SPSCAM10RSEW3 Extended Limited Warranty
Sony Wireless Microphone Tuner/Wired Microphone and Camcorder Combinations
Anton/Bauer
QR-DSR Adapter Plate
Dionic 90 Battery
Hytron 50 Battery (over 4 hrs runtime)
Fujinon Lenses
Th13x3.5BRMU 13:1 wide angle
Th17x5BRM Standard 17:1
Th17X5BMD (Motor drive lens for teleconferencing applications)
HTs18X4.2BRM High quality 18:1
HTs18x4.2BERM High quality 18:1 with 2X extender
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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