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The HVR-Z7U is the world's first HDV handheld camcorder that uses 1/3-inch bayonet mount interchangeable lenses. This 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, as well as HDMI output.
Features:
Sony's first professional handheld HDV camcorder with an interchangeable lens system. 1/3 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system Interchangeable lens system using bayonet mount system with unlimited possibilities. Carl Zeiss 12x Optical zoom lens included as standard HDV, DVCAM and DV Recording on a miniDV Cassette tape 24p/30p HDV Native Progressive Recording Modes Three integral ND lens filters Switchable HD/SD Recording and Playback - HDV1080i/DVCAM/DV Smooth Slow Recording capability New 3.2" (viewable area measured diagonally) type XtraFine LCD Two accessory shoes 0.45" type EVF offer high-resolution, high-contrast images with 100% full-scan, and 6500?k color temperature (standard for professional monitors). infoLITHIUM L Series Battery Compatible HDMI output connector Includes Flash Memory recording Unit which records onto easily obtained Compact Flash memory cards Specifications:
Signal System: | HDV: 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/30p DVCAM/DV: 480/60i (NTSC) |
Image Device: | 1/3" 3CMOS Exmor Sensor system |
Lens | Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Zoom Lens, 12x (Optical) f = 4.4-52.8mm f = 32-384mm at 16:9 mode f = 39.5-47.4mm (4:3 mode) filter diameter: 72mm |
Horizontal Resolution: | 1080 Lines |
Minimum Illumination: | 1.5 lux (Auto Gain, Auto Iris, 1/30 Shutter) |
Built-in Filters | Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 |
Memory Card Slot | MemoryStick Duo Media |
Shutter Speed Range | Auto: 1/60-1/2000 Manual: 60i/30p: 1/4-1/10000 24p: 1/3 - 1/10000 |
Gain Selection | 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB |
VTR Tape Format | DVCAM Small Cassette HDV Record and Play DVCAM Record and Play DV Record and Play |
Tape Speed | HDV: 18.8 mm/s DVCAM: 28.2 mm/s DV SP Mode: 18.8 mm/s |
Maximum Recording Time | HDV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) DVCAM: 41 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) DV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) |
Audio Signal Format | HDV MPEG1 Audio Layer II DVCAM/DV 16-bit/48kHz 2 Channel Mode 12-bit/32kHz 4 Channel Mode |
Audio Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
Input and Output Connectors | Composite: 10-Pin Video/Audio (x1 Output) Component: Special Connector (x1 Output) FireWire/i.LINK: 6-Pin (x1 Input, x1 Output) XLR Audio: XLR 3-Pin Female, 2-Channel Headphone: Stereo Mini-Jack HDMI |
Power | Battery Pack: 7.2 VDC AC Adapter: 8.4 VDC |
Operating Temperature | 32-104?F (0-40?C) |
Weight: | 5.3 lb (2.4 kg) |