     | The newest member of Sony's CineAlta lineup, the PMW-F3 inherits DNA from the F35, which has been used for years in high-end digital cinematography, as well as most of the features and file-based workflow capabilities of PMW-EX1R and EX3 XDCAM EX solid-state memory camcorders.The PMW-F3 is equipped with the newly developed Exmor™ Super 35 CMOS image sensor, PL lens mount, and SxS card for 1920 x 1080 full-HD recording. Sony offers two affordable models of the PMW-F3: one is without a lens, the PMW-F3L/RGB; the other includes three PL lenses (35/50/85-mm, T2.0), the PMW-F3K/RGB.The PMW-F3K/RGB now features future expandability, including RGB 4:4:4 baseband output with S-LOG gamma for external recording which means it can be used in an HDCAM-SR™ workflow. It also offers a 3D-LINK option (CBK-3DL01), which allows two camcorders to be controlled simultaneously for 3D stereoscopic shooting. Highlights: - Exmor Super 35 CMOS image sensor
- RGB 4:4:4 and S-LOG output features pre-installed
- Standard PL lens mount
- Identical recording format and media to the existing PMW-EX1R and PMW-EX3
- Small, compact body with a very modest footprint, weighing just 2.4 kg (5 lb 4 oz)
- HD-SDI Dual-link output connector
- Scalable external recording solution
- 3D-LINK option
- Affordable and "ready-to-use" solution
- Ideal for entry-level users
- Three Sony fixed focal length PL lenses (35/50/85-mm, T2.0) included
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| Exmor™ Super 35 CMOS Sensor | The PMW-F3 is equipped with a newly developed Exmor Super 35 CMOS image sensor which offers creative shallow depth of field, similar to that of a film camera. This sensor has an extremely high sensitivity of F11 (ISO800) with a very low noise level (an S/N ratio of 63 dB). This is a significant advantage especially when shooting in low-light conditions or at night using only ambient light. | | RGB & S-LOG Output (CBK-RGB01) | The PMW-F3K/RGB now includes a scalable external recording solution. The RGB 4:4:4 and S-LOG output features are now included pre-installed. RGB 4:4:4 baseband signal output is available for external recording devices such as HDCAM-SR recorders (i.e. Sony SR-R1). A LUT (Look Up Table) function is also provided for monitoring purposes when S-LOG output is activated. The PMWF3K/RGB also includes 3G-SDI output functionality. It enables users to select Dual-link HD-SDI or 3G-SDI depending on the connecting devices. | | PL Lens Mount | The PMW-F3 employs a PL lens mount that is standard for film cameras, allowing use of a virtually unlimited number of prime and zoom lenses for 35-mm film cameras. This greatly broadens the choice of lenses for a wider spectrum of creative expression. A PL lens mount adapter comes with the camera as standard. The PMW-F3 supports the Cooke/i Technology protocol, which enables the camcorder to communicate with the lens to obtain lens metadata such as focus and iris position. The ARRI LDS interface will be supported as well. This improves post-production workflow as lens metadata can be recorded onto an SxS card and brought into the post-production process. | | XDCAM EX™ Workflow | The recording format and recording media are identical to the existing PMW-EX1R and PMW-EX3, and proven, high-speed, intuitive XDCAM EX workflow can be used with high reliability. This workflow offers seamless integration with leading nonlinear editing software. | | HD-SDI Dual-link Output | The PMW-F3 has an HD-SDI Dual-link output connector which offers 4:2:2 1080 50/59.94p uncompressed signal output as standard. By using external recording devices such as HDCAM-SR recorders, users can achieve x 2.5 natural slow-motion playback in 1080/24p mode. | | 3D-LINK Option (CBK-3DL01) | Another new feature of the PMW-F3 is the 3D-LINK option which is especially convenient for 3D stereoscopic shooting. Two PMW-F3 cameras can be controlled by one camera remote controller at the same time. The two cameras are connected with a special 10-pin cable that incFludes genlock, timecode in/out, and control line. Simultaneous control of the Iris and Focus functions of two cameras is extremely useful. | | Painting capabilities for Digital Imaging Technicians | With the use of either the RMB-150 or RMB-750 controller (sold separately) hooked up to the 8pin remote connector, digital imaging technicians can make various adjustments to the look of the footage captured by PMW-F3 camera based on the needs of the DP. Adjustable parameters are shown below. |
| Camera Section Specifications | Detail: | | Built-in Optical Filters | OFF: Clear, 1: 1/8ND, 2: 1/64ND | | Gain | -3, 0, 3 ,6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC | | Imaging Device | Exmor Super 35mm equivalent CMOS | | S/N Ratio | 63 dB (Y) (Typical) | | Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance) | T11 ISO800 (Typical) | | Shutter Speed (Time) | 1/32 to 1/2000 sec. | | Slow Shutter | 2 to 8 frames | | White Balance | Preset (3,200 K), Memory A, Memory B/ATW | | General Specifications | Detail: | | Battery Operating Time | Approx. 130 min (HD-SDI Dual Link ON, w/BP-U60)
Approx. 170 min (HD-SDI Dual Link OFF, w/BP-U60 | | Built-in Microphone | None | | Dimensions (W x H x D) | 151 x 189 x 210 mm (6 x 7 1/2 x 8 3/8 inches) | | Mass | Approx. 2.4 kg (5 lb 4.7 oz) without accessories | | Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) | | Power Consumption | Approx. 18 W (Typical) (HD-SDI Dual-Link OFF, VF ON, LCD monitor OFF.
Max. 24 W (Typical) (HD-SDI Dual-Link ON, VF ON, LCD monitor ON) | | Power Requirements | DC 12 V (11.0 V to 17.0 V) | | Recording Format | Video: HD HQ Mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35 Mbps / VBR
HD SP Mode: MPEG-2 MP@H-14,25 Mbps / CBR:
Audio: LPCM (16 bits, 48 kHz, 2 channels) | | Recording Frame Rate | HD HQ Mode: 1920 ? 1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P,23.98P; 1440 ? 1080/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P,25P, 23.98P; 1280 ? 720/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 25P,23.98P
HD SP Mode: 1440 ? 1080 /59.94i, 50i (23.98P is converted to 59.94i in 2-3 pulldown processing). | | Recording/Playback Time | HQ Mode:
Approx. 100 min with SBP-32 (32 GB) memory card
Approx. 50 min with SBP-16 (16 GB) memory card
Approx. 25 min with SBP-8 (8 GB) memory card
SP Mode:
Approx. 140 min with SBP-32 (32 GB) memory card
Approx. 70 min with SBP-16 (16 GB) memory card | | Storage Temperature | -20 °C to +60 °C (-4°F to +140 °F) | | Inputs/Outputs Specifications | Detail: | | Audio Input | XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable | | Composite Output | BNC type (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75O, HD-Y or analog composite signal | | DC Input | XLR-type 4-pin | | DC Output | N/A | | EXT 50-pin | N/A | | Genlock Input | BNC (x1) | | HDMI Output | A-type (x1) | | MIC | XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable | | Remote | 8-pin | | SDI Output | BNC | | Timecode Input | BNC (x1) | | Timecode Output | BNC (x1) | | USB | Mini-B/USB2.0 Hi-Speed (x1) | | i.LINK | i.LINK, IEEE1394, 4-pin connector (x1), S400 | | Lens Specifications | Detail: |
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| Filter Diameter | All included Sony PL lenses = 95mm | | Focal Length | PMW-F3K includes a 35, 50, and 85mm fixed focal length lens | | Focus | Manual | | Iris | Manual, T2.0 to C (close) (All PMW-F3K Sony PL Lenses) | | Lens Mount | PL mount (with supplied lens mount adapter) | | Monitoring Specifications | Detail: |
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| Built-in LCD Monitor | 8.8 cm diagonal (3.5-inch) color LCD, 16:9 Aspect ratio, Picture size 640 (H) ? 3 (RGB) ? 480 (V) delta sequence, Hybrid (semi-transmissive) type | | Viewfinder | 1.148 cm diagonal (0.452-inch), 16:9 Aspect ratio, 852 (H) ? 480 (V) Picture elements |
Supplied Accessories | Model: | Description: |
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| PL lens mount adapter | | PL lens kit (Kit includes a 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm / T2.0 fixed focal length PL mount lenses | | Stereo MIC, Windscreen | | IR remote | | Shoulder Strap | | CD-ROM (XDCAM Browser, SxS device driver software,PDF version operation manual) | | Operational Manual | | Warranty card |
Optional Accessories | Model: | Description: |
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| BCU2 | Battery Charging Unit | | BPU60 | Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack for PMW-EX1/EX3/F3, and PHU-60K | | BPU90 | Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack for PMW-EX1, PMW-EX1R, PMW-EX3, PMW-F3 | | SBACUS10 | SxS Memory Card USB Reader/Writer | | ECM680S | Stereo Shotgun Microphone | | CBKMH01 |
LCD Monitor VF Hood designed for PMW-F3 | | SCLZ18X140 | 14x High Powered Zoom Lens for PMW-F3 | | RMB750 | Remote Control Unit | | ST1 | NIPROS ST-1 NIPROS tripod adaptor plate for use with the Sony VCT-U14/VCT-14 tripod adaptors | | BCU1 | Battery Charger/AC Adaptor for BP-U30/U60 Lithium-ion Battery Packs. | | SCLP11X15 | 1.5x Wide Angle Zoom Lens for PMW-F3 | | CCDDX2 | 4-pin/4-pin DC Power Cord for Portable Video Equipment |
| ACDN10 | AC Adaptor/Charger | | MEADMS01 | Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX Media Adapter | | MEADSD01 | SDHC CARD ADAPTER | | LCF3KTH | Transit case for the PMW-F3K Super 35mm XDCAM EX Camera with 3 PL Lens kit | | CBK3DL01 | The CBK-3DL01 3D Link optional software key connects two PMW-F3 cameras via a dedicated 10-pin cable with Genlock, Timecode slave, synchronized REC start and stop control - for 3D stereographic shooting utilizing two PMW-F3 cameras. |
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