Sony is pleased to announce the introduction of the new PMW-EX3 XDCAM® EX Camcorder. This exciting new
addition to Sony’s XDCAM EX family of professional tapeless acquisition tools further evolves the XDCAM EX lineup,
and continues to address the ever increasing demand for affordable high definition (HD) production solutions.

Like its sibling, PMW-EX1, the PMW-EX3 couples Sony’s three newly designed 1/2-inch type Exmor™ CMOS sensors,
each with an effective pixel count of 1920 x 1080, with Sony’s newly developed signal processing LSI. Easily
capable of producing truly exceptional images in 1080p, 720p and 1080i HD, and incorporating all of the great
features and basic specifications of the PMW-EX1, the PMW-EX3 also adds an interchangeable lens system.

The newly developed 1/2-inch type “EX mount” interchangeable lens system utilized by the PMW-EX3 allows the
lens to be as compact and lightweight as possible while maintaining its high optical performance. The included
high quality, high definition 14x Fujinon lens, which has been especially designed for use with the XDCAM EX
camcorder, offers optimum performance and unprecedented functionality. Additionally, the PMW-EX3’s new lens
mount system allows a variety of 1/2-inch type HD lenses available from major manufacturers to be used with the
PMW-EX3 camcorder via the supplied lens adaptor. 2/3-inch-type lenses can also be used with the PMW-EX3
camcorder via this special mount system by using a 2/3-inch type lens adaptor that is equipped with a 12-pin lens
connector, like the ACM-21 adapter available from Fujinon. The PMW-EX3 can even be used with cinema-style
lenses, making it fully adaptable to suit every specific shooting requirement.

Like the PMW-EX1, the PMW-EX3 uses another recent Sony innovation, the SxS™ Memory Card flash memory device.
This recording system enables very high data transfer speeds which enhance the high definition content creation
workflow. Utilizing the MPEG-2 Long GOP CODEC to achieve a balance of quality and the required bit rate, the
PMW-EX3 offers a long recording time – approximately 140 minutes using two 16GB SxS Memory Cards. Additionally,
the powerful Slow & Quick Motion feature, or what is more commonly known as “over-cranking” and “undercranking”,
enables users to create slow and fast motion special effects.

In addition to the extensive list of features and specifications the PMW-EX3 shares with the PMW-EX1, this
extraordinary new camcorder also offers TC In/Out, and GENLOCK In connectivity. Also included is an 8-pin
REMOTE connector, allowing various camera settings to be remotely controlled using an optional RM-B150 or RMB750
Remote Control Unit. These additional features certainly open up the list of possible applications to include
multi-camera and studio configurations.

High Quality
• ½” 3CMOS Exmor Full HD imagers
• Full 1920 x 1080 effective pixels per imager
• 1080 / 720 switchable at multiple frame rates
o 1080: 60i, 50i, 30P, 25P, and 24P
o 720: 30P, 25P, and 24P
Solid State Memory Recording
• PMW-EX3 uses SxS PRO memory cards
• 8GB card records approximately 35 minutes of 1920 x 1080 full HD
content (35Mbps)
• 16GB card records approximately 70 minutes of 1920 x 1080 full HD
content (35Mbps)
• 32GB card records approximately 140 minutes of 1920 x 1080 full HD
content (35Mbps)
MPEG-2 Long GOP Compression
• Compression is common to the current line of XDCAM products
• Provides exceptional balance between quality and bit rate
• MPEG-2 Long GOP compression is supported by a wide range of NLEs
on the market today.
Interchangeable Lens System
• Specially designed Fujinon high definition 14x removable lens
included
• Utilizing the included lens mount adapter, the use of a variety of 1/2-
inch type HD lenses available from major manufacturers is now
possible with an XDCAM EX camcorder
• 2/3-inch-type lenses can also be used with the PMW-EX3 camcorder
via this special mount system by using a 2/3-inch type lens adaptor
that is equipped with a 12-pin lens connector, like the ACM-21
adapter available from Fujinon.
• The PMW-EX3 can even be used with cinema-style lenses, making it
fully adaptable to suit every specific shooting requirement.
System Configurable:
• TC IN / OUT connectors
• GENLOCK IN connector
• REMOTE connector

Main Features:
All main features and specifications are the same as PMW-EX1, such as:
1/2” EXMOR CMOS SENSORS (x3)
INCLUDED 14x HD ZOOM LENS
• Specially designed and manufactured by Fujinon
• Same basic lens as used on the PMW-EX1, except that this lens is now
removable
• Incorporates the lens grip rotation mechanism as in the PMW-EX1
BUILT-IN STEREO MICROPHONE
PICTURE PROFILE
SLOW & QUICK MOTION
SHOT TRANSITION
3.5-INCH LCD PANEL
• The PMW-EX3 uses the same newly developed 3.5-inch LCD panel
(viewable area, measured diagonally) as the PMW-EX1, with a
removable eyecup added.
• The 3.5-inch LCD panel has 1920x480 pixels, with a horizontal
resolution of more than 700TV lines, to facilitate HD manual focus
operations. The LCD is a hybrid type, allowing the displayed image to
be seen even under bright sunlight by switching off the LCD back
light.
• With the included, flippable, removable eyecup added, the LCD panel
can also be used as the image source for the high resolution EVF.
• Typical EVF control knobs for Peaking / Brightness / Contrast are
conveniently located in front, along with Mirror Image/Display/Batt
Info/Zebra switches.
SDI OUTPUT (HD/SD switchable)
SHUTTER ANGLE SETTING
SLOW SHUTTER & EXTENDED SLOW SHUTTER
ASSIGNABLE BUTTONS

Included Accessories
• Fujinon 14x HD Zoom Lens (VCL-614B2X) (1)
• BP-U30 Battery (1)
• BC-U1 Battery Charger / AC Adapter (1)
• Lens Hood (1)
• Lens Adapter (1)
• Component Cable(1)
• USB Cable (1)
• Wireless Remote Control (1)
• Shoulder Strap (1)
• Cheek Pad (1)
• Eyepiece (1)
• Eyecup (1)
• 16GB SxS Memory Card

Sony Memory Card Camcorder Comparison Chart

PMWEX3NPAC  Studio System- The PMWEX3NPAC is comprised of a PMW-EX3 XDCAM® EX Camcorder and the newly introduced NIPROS/1 Optical Studio System

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Sony
       NIPROS/S26 Studio Kit      
       ST-7 Should Mount Adapter
Anton/Bauer
      QR-EX3

Hoodman
       RAW-SxSxSDHC SxS Card Adapter & 16GB SDHC Card*
       RAW-SDHC-16GB Additional 16GB SDHC Cards*

Fujinon
      Optional Lenses for PMW-EX3

IDX
      A-E2EX3: V-Plate configuration includes D-Tap connector for powering an on-board light

Sony
      BC-U2 Dual battery Charger, can charge two (2) batteries simultaneously, can charge one (1) battery while simultaneously supplying power (12VDC, 2A) to an XDCAM EX camcorder  
      MEAD-MS01 Media Adapter (EX product may require firmware upgrade)
      MEAD-SD01 allows widely available SDHC media cards to be used with XDCAM EX products.(EX product may require firmware update)
      RMB150//A Handheld Remote Control Unit
      RMB750 Remote Control Unit
      SPSCAM10RSEW3 Extended Limited Warranty
      ST-7 Shoulder Mount Adapter
      VCT-SP2BP Camera Shoulder Support
      Wireless Microphone Tuner/Wired Microphone and Camcorder Combinations

16:9
       169-HD75XA-EX (.75X Bayonet Mount Aspheric Wide Angle Lens)
       169-HDSF45X-EX (.45X Super Fisheye for the EX1 and the EX3) BAYONET MOUNT
       169-HDSF45X-77 (.45X Super Fisheye for the EX1 and the EX3) THREAD MOUNT

BEBOB
      COCO-EX3-AB (Battery Adapter- allows you to use full size camera batteries)
      LULED-EX1-4 (12 Watt on board LED with adapter)
      COCO-EX1 (12 Volt Power Adapter)
      ZOE-EX1 (Zoom Control for the EX3-as long as it is the stock lense)
      LED40 (Field LED) (comparable to a 250 Watt Tungsten)
      LED60 (Field LED) (comparable to a 650 Watt Tungsten)

CHROSZIEL
      CMB-R10-77 (Sunshade for one rotating filter holder)
      CMB-R20-EX3K1 (Sunshade with two rotating filter holders)
      CMB-R20-EX3K2 (Adds Lightweight Support - Rails)
      CMB-R20-EX3K3 (Adds Follow Focus)
      450-EX3K (Matte Box with Lightweight Support)
      450-EX3K2 (Adds Follow Focus)

EASY-RIG
      Turtle-X (Camera support weighing up to 9 lbs.)
      Turtle-XS (Camera support weighing up to 9-13 lbs.)

FREZZI
Frezzi's Power Block replacement batteries with meter and power tap will replace existing Sony BP-U60 used with EX-1 & EX-3 cameras. The Power Block battery delivers more power and run time at 65WH, and with its power tap connector, you can run camera & light simultaneously.
       PB-65 (93106)  14.8V 65WH Power Block battery with meter & Power Tap for light.
       PCS-1 (93925) 1-PB-65 Power Block battery with meter & power tap for light 1-PBC-1 Single Channel Quick charger with auto voltage select & charge/ready/indicator.
       PCS-2 (93926) 2-PB-65 Power Block batteries with meter & power tap for light 1-PBC-2 Dual Simultaneous Quick charger with auto voltage select & charge/ready indicator.
       PBC-1 (93924) Single channel Quick Charger for PB-65, Charger / Ready Indicators & auto AC voltage select.
       PBC-2 (93923) Dual Simultaneously Quick Charger for PB-65, Charger / Ready Indicators & auto AC voltage select 

NOGA
      DG1108CA (Medium Noga/Cine Arm 1/4"-20 to 1/4"-20)
      DG16145CA (Medium 1/4"-20 to 3/8")
      MG6145CA (Large 1/4"-20 to 3/8")

Operator's Manual

*Hoodman adaptors, kits and SDHC cards are an alternative replacement for Sony's SxS Media. The Hoodman solution utilizes an adapter that fits into the SxS slot on the camera. Into the adapter fits a relatively low cost SDHC card. The camera records onto the SDHC card, “piggybacked” through the SxS card adapter.
We want to make sure that our customers do their research, and understand the performance differences inherent in their use.
The first major difference is that the Hoodman solution is only available in a 16GB capacity. Although 32GB SDHC cards do exist, none are currently problem-free enough for Hoodman to offer it with their adapter. Users of the Hoodman adapter who have tried it with other brands of 32GB SDHC cards have had very sporadic experience and numorous problems with it. Next, over/under cranking will be a problem. The Hoodman solution does not support slow or quick motion recording with EX cameras. There are also situations where the media is not recognized by the camera, as reported by actual EX camera users. If files are written back to the SDHC card during ingest, which is sometimes the case with Macs, (where an index file is written back to the card), the camcorder most likely will not “restore the media” with the SDHC card as it would with Sony's SxS or PHU media. In rare cases contact problems may occur because the media is not directly in contact with the camera, but piggybacked through the adapter. Lastly, due to the Hoodman solution utilizing USB2 technology for data transfer vs. the Sony SxS PCI ExpressCard standard, data transfer rates to your computer or hard drive will be slower, so transferring footage will take longer.
The XDCAM EX system was specially engineered by Sony using the camera and SXS or PHU Media together. Sony cannot rely on 3rd party manufacturers whose manufacturing practices and components may vary, possibly compromising the performance and reliability of the equipment. We suggest you make sure of what you are buying and do not make a buying decision based solely on the initial purchase cost, or on something you heard or saw on the internet.
In closing, remember that Sony may not support the usage of alternative media, and may not be able to help solve any problems that you may encounter as they normally would when using Sony media.  More importantly, although this alternative media can be purchased, it cannot be returned.

For Current Pricing and Availability:
CALL 800-323-8148
or EMAIL:
This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it