XDCAM EX
A Compact Full-HD Production System With Flash Memory Recording, for an Evolving HD Era
In 2007, Sony introduced the revolutionary XDCAM EX™ handheld camcorder, the PMW-EX1 - the newest member of the Sony XDCAM® family of tapeless production systems - in response to growing demand for an affordable high definition (HD) production solution. This technological breakthrough camcorder - incorporating incredible feature sets such as three 1/2-inch type Full HD CMOS sensors, amazing 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720 HD recording capabilities plus flash memory recording in an extremely compact body - was achieved thanks to the extraordinary technical expertise and knowledge amassed when designing Sony's groundbreaking CineAlta™ family of products. Offering striking HD picture quality, extra mobility and great operational efficiency, the PMW-EX1 camcorder has already been rapidly adopted around the world in a broad range of HD production applications and electronic cinematography.
Now Sony evolves the XDCAM EX lineup further still, with the introduction of the PMW-EX3 camcorder and the PMW-EX30 deck. The PMW-EX3 compact camcorder incorporates an eagerly awaited 1/2-inch type interchangeable lens system, providing enhanced creativity and flexibility with a broad choice of lenses. The PMW-EX30 is a compact recording deck that can be used for many different purposes such as recording, viewing, dubbing and source feeding to nonlinear editing systems.
The XDCAM EX products use an SxS PRO™ memory card,which is based on the rapidly growing ExpressCard industry standard, as recording media. Combining the moderate bit rate of MPEG-2 Long GOP compression adopted by XDCAM EX products with the SxS PRO memory card, the XDCAM EX series offers cost-effective long-form recording, coupled to nonlinear capabilities such as instantaneous random access and high-speed file-based operation. The full Sony XDCAM EX series offers stunning quality HD pictures and efficient nonlinear operation, expanding the possibilities for all types of HD video production at an affordable price.
Product line up
PDWF800 XDCAM HD422 Camcorder >
PMW-F3K XDCAM EX Camcorder >
PMW-500 XDCAM EX Camcorder >
PMW-320K XDCAM EX Camcorder >
PMW-EX3 XDCAM EX Camcorder >
PMW-EX1R XDCAM EX Camcorder >
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PDWF800 Sony Professional XDCAM® HD422 Camcorder
The PDW-F800 camcorder is the newest member of the XDCAM family. It offers multi-format recording flexibility as standard - including SD recording and a frame rate of 23.98P in 1080 mode. It is equipped with three 2/3-inch type CCDs and a “Power HAD FX” progressive CCD with 1920 x 1080 effective pixels. Stunning-quality HD images can be captured by this high-resolution CCD and advanced digital signal. On top of the exceptional technology, the PDW-F800 offers very high quality HD recording at a data rate of up to 50Mbps using the MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL compression. It also provides multi-format recording flexibility including 1080i, 720P and SD, which comes with HD/SD conversion and cross conversion between 1080i and 720P. With features such as Slow & Quick Motion (over-crank and under-crank recording) make the PDW-F800 ideal for cinema and TV drama productions, as wel as ENG applications. The Sony XDCAM HD422 series of Optical Disc products have 7 years "Powertrain" Warranty for its laser block. This "Powertrain" Warranty is unprecedented for Sony and demonstrates the confidence Sony has in its XDCAM products.
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PMW-F3K Super 35mm XDCAM EX Camcorder
Features a newly developed Super 35mm CMOS Image Sensor with a shallow depth of field, high sensitivity, and excellent signal-to-noise ratio. The PMWF3K brings a true ‘film look’ and superior image quality into reach for producing independent movies, commercials, music videos, TV shows as well as making the PMW-F3K an ideal B-camera for high-end feature film production.
Lease the PMW-F3K for Only $489* a month! *body only
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PMW-500 XDCAM HD422 2/3" CCD Shoulder-mount Memory Camcorder
The PMW-500 is the first Sony 2/3" PowerHAD FX CCD based shoulder mount memory which records our high quality 50 MPEG HD422 video as MXF files on SxS memory cards. These field proven CCD sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920 (H) x 1080 (V), give the camcorder an excellent sensitivity of F11 and a remarkable signal-to-noise ratio of 59 dB. Additionally, the large 2/3 inch–type sensors can capture images with a shallower depth of field, giving users more freedom of creative expression. The PMW-500 is studio-configurable, with timecode in/out, genlock in, HD/SD SDI, and also features a SD recording and playback option. Designed to be compact and ergonomically well-balanced, the PMW-500, with a main body weight of just over seven pounds, provides a high level of mobility and comfort in a wide variety of shooting situations. In addition, it has a low center of gravity, ensuring outstanding stability on the shoulder; and the PMW-500 has a long operating time of approximately 170 minutes on a BP-GL95 battery thanks to its low power consumption of just 33 watts (while recording with HDVF-20A viewfinder, LCD on, lens, shotgun mic and one (1) SxS card). The PMW-500 rounds out Sony's XDCAM memory camcorder line-up and provides the photographer with stunning HD picture quality, choice of imaging technologies and workflow styles with a product ready to adapt to any type of HD video production. Note: Pricing is for the camera body only. Does not include viewfinder, microphone, or lens.
Lease the PMW-500 for Only $949 a month!
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PMW-320K XDCAM EX 1/2"-type Shoulder-mount Camcorder
Sony is pleased to announce the introduction of the new PMW-320 XDCAM EX Camcorder. This new ½” shoulder mount camcorder joins the award-winning XDCAM EX product family of professional Solid State Recording acquisition tools. This new camcorder inherits all of the advanced creative recording features of the successful PMW-EX1, PMW-EX1R, PMW-EX3 and the PMW-350 camcorders, and also offers several enhancements such as improved low light capability as well as SD recording as a standard feature. Similar to the PMW-350, the PMW-320 supports multiple frame rate recording such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P and 25P as well as being 1080i/720P switchable. There is also a choice of a 35Mb/s High Quality mode, 25Mb/s HDV 1080i compatible mode, as well as 25Mb/s Standard Definition DVCAM recording. Twin memory card slots support up to 280 minutes HD recording time using two 32GB SxS memory cards. The PMW-320K is supplied with a Fujinon 16x zoom lens and has a standard ½”-type double hot shoe bayonet lens mount, allowing the user to install any of the various compatible ½” HD lenses available from their choice of suppliers.
Lease the PMW-320K for Only $499 a month!
Webcode: 253635
Mfr item: PMW-320K
$11,999.00
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PMW-EX3 Full HD XDCAM EX Semi-Shoulder Mount Camcorder
The PMW-EX3 compact camcorder with an interchangeable lens system incorporates three ½-inch type Exmor™ Full HD CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920 x 1080, delivering stunning-quality HD images in 1080P, 720P, and 1080i HD resolutions. A rich variety of features for creative shooting are incorporated into this camcorder such as “Slow & Quick Motion”, which is also commonly known as “over-cranking” and “under-cranking”, selectable gamma curves, slow-shutter, interval recording and Picture Profile™ feature. Additionally, the PMW-EX3 offers a convenient remote-control and multi-camera operation capability, which allows use with high-end camera systems.
Purchase Sony PMW-EX3 XDCAM EX Camcorder
Webcode: 238575
Mfr item: PMW-EX3
$10,699.00
Webcode: 250190
Mfr item: PMWEX3PROMO
$10,699.00
Webcode: 242542
$11,199.00
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PMW-EX1R XDCAM EX Full HD Memory Camcorder
The XDCAM EX PMW-EX1R is the direct successor to Sony’s first entry into memory recording – the PMW-EX1. The PMW-EX1R features a range of ergonomic enhancements of the EX1, including an improved hand grip, a one-push S & Q switch and a one-push Auto Iris button. Other enhancements include SD recording in DVCAM, a Cache Recording Function, an Image Inversion Function and an IR remote control receptor on the rear of the camcorder’s handle allowing remote control from both the front and the rear of the camcorder. The PMW-EX1R utilizes three 1/2-inch type Exmor™ CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920 (H) x 1080 (V). This technology delivers superior picture performance with full-HD resolution and allows the camcorder to provide an excellent sensitivity of F10 and a remarkable signal-to-noise ratio of 54dB. The PMW-EX1R produces truly exceptional images in 1080p, 720p and 1080i HD. The PMW-EX1R is equipped with a high-quality, high-definition Fujinon 14x zoom lens specifically designed to offer optimum picture performance and unprecedented functionality. The full Sony XDCAM EX line-up provides stunning HD picture quality and efficient nonlinear operation, expanding the creative possibilities in every type of HD video production.
Purchase Sony PMW-EX1R XDCAM EX Camcorder
Webcode: 247096
Mfr item: PMW-EX1R
$7,299.00
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