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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.
Highlights:
Three 2/3-inch type CCDs
24P format for HD422/420(1080i) and SD formats (DVCAM, MPEG IMX) are supported as standard
Slow & Quick motion
High-quality four-channel audio recording
Compact and lightweight at 9 lb 4 oz
Dual HD/SD-SDI outputs and composite/HD-Y output
Pool-feed input (HD/SD-SDI and composite) option
Ethernet interface
i.LINK interface
HD422 50Mbps
DL & SL Disc Recording
7 years "Powertrain" Warranty for XDCAM laser block
1080i / 720P support for HD 422 and 420
Image Inverter
Focus Assist
Features
Benefits:
CCD
2/3" full HD Progressive CCD (Power HAD FX) 2.2M pixels (1920 x 1080) RGB 3 CCD Sensors Supports both 1080 and 720
Recording Bit Rates
MPEG-2 422p@HL format Bit rate is 50Mbps for both 1080 and 720 Audio Format 24bit x 8ch (PDW-800 can record up to 4ch Audio at the same time)
23.98P Format Support
23.98P format for 1080i 420 and 422 as standard.
Multi-Format & Legacy Format Support
Legacy formats (DVCAM, MPEG IMX 30/40/50 Mbps, MPEG HD 420 18*/25/35Mbps) are supported for both recording and playback as standard. (* 18Mbps is playback only)
Record Time
Longer recording time with the Dual Layer Professional Disc Media. The single layer disc is also supported. Single layer (23.3GB) Dual layer (50GB) MPEG HD 422 (50Mbps) Approx. 43 min. Approx. 95 min. MPEG HD 420 (35Mbps) Approx. 60 min. Approx. 145 min MPEG HD 420 (25Mbps)Approx. 90 min. Approx. 190 min. MPEG IMX (50Mbps) Approx. 45 min. Approx. 100 min. DVCAM Approx. 85 min. Approx. 185 min.
Slow & Quick motion
Over crankling speed is up to x2.0 and shooting speed can be set at every single frame between 1p to 48P/50P/60P.
Well-balanced Compact Body
The PDW-F800 is designed to be very compact and ergonomically well balanced, providing a high level of mobility and comfort in various shooting situations.
Optical ND Filters and CC Filters
Neutral Density (ND) optical filter and CC filter are controlled via a built-in filter wheels.
Gain Control
Gain Control (-6db to +42dB) and Turbo Gain "Shockless gain control" provides a smooth transition in gain control
3.5-inch* Widescreen
An easy-to-view color LCD screen provided on the camcorder side panel enables advanced operations such as Thumbnail Search and Scene Selection. Status indicators such as four-channel audio meters, and disc and battery remaining time can also be displayed. Camera set-up menus can be displayed, too. *Viewable area measured diagonally.
Slow shutter
A maximum of 64 frames can be accumulated using the slow shutter function. In low light levels this allows clear video to be shot, and provides a fantasy video effect with ghost image. - 1-8, 16, 32 and 64 frame accumulation - Turbo Gain allows the camera gain to be boosted up to +48 dB.
Interval Recording
The PDW-F800 offers an Interval Recording function which intermittently records signals at pre-determined intervals. This is convenient for shooting over long periods of time, and also when creating pictures with special effects of extremely quick motion.
Freeze Mix
Superimposes a previously recorded image on the viewfinder. This allows the operator to quickly and easily frame or reposition a subject when a shot must be taken from the same position or in the same framework as a previous take.
Picture Cache Recording
Maximum duration is 30sec. This picture cache mode can be ON even in EJECT operation and consequently sequential recording is possible during disc replacement.
Memory Stick media
"All file","Scene file","Lens file"; and "User file"; are provided to store the setting parameters to the internal memory and Memory Stick media.
Digital Extender
The Digital Extender function of the PDW-F800 enables images to be digitally doubled in size. Unlike lens extenders, the Digital Extender function performs this capability without any loss of image sensitivity, which is often referred to as the F-drop phenomenon.
Focus magnification
X2 magnified camera picture is available in the viewfinder which can help precise focus adjustment
Assignable switch
PDW-F800 provides a total of 6 assignable switches (ASSIGN 1 to 4, COLOR TEMP, LENS RET)
Pool-feed Operation
For pool-feed operations, the optional CBK-HD01* and CBK-SC02* boards provide HD and SD-SDI inputs, and SD composite input respectively. *Planned to be available in fall 2008.
Trigger REC Function
The PDW-F800 camcorder has the Trigger REC function that enables synchronized recording with PDW-HD1500 and PDW-F75 XDCAM decks or HDCAM portable decks connected via the HD-SDI interface - a convenient feature for backup recording.
Clip Continuous REC
This mode allows users to create a single, large clip with multiple rec. start & stop. The Rec. start Essence Mark (EM) is recorded to every rec. start frame. The benefits of using this mode are: Capable of having more than 300 "takes" on a disc Faster transfer speed by sending a single clip. (No over-head for file open/close process)
Built-in Multi Format Converter
The following conversion is possible in Playback mode: Downconversion from HD to SD, Upconversion from SD to HD, Cross conversion between 1080 and 720
Forcus Assist
Forcus assist function is available by an indicator Bar on the edge of view finder.
Image Inverter
In the attachment with 2/3" cinema lens adaptor for ultra prime lens and anamorphic lens, the shot image can be inversed.
User Gamma
The gamma curve can be changed by using CVP Editor Ver.4.0 in addition to the current 4 types of Hyper Gamma settings.
Aspect Ratio Control
The following conversion is possible in recording mode: Upconversion from SD to HD In the downconversion process from HD to SD, Squeeze / Edge Crop / Letter Box are available. In the upconversion process from SD to HD Squeeze / Edge Crop / Letter Box are available
23GB Optical Disc model PFD23A 50GB Optical Disc model PFD50DLA
Recording Frame Rate NTSC model
MPEG HD422 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i/29.97P/23.98P 1280 x 720/59.94P MPEG HD mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i/29.97P/23.98P 1280 x 720/59.94P MPEG IMX: 59.94i DVCAM: 59.94i
Recording Frame Rate PAL model
MPEG HD422: 1920 x 1080/50i, 25P 1280 x 720/50P MPEG HD: 1920 x 1080/50i, 25P 1280 x 720/50P MPEG IMX: 50i DVCAM: 50i
Recording/Playback time
MPEG HD422: 50 Mb/s: Approx. 95 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 43 min. (PFD23A) MPEG HD: 35 Mb/s, 4-ch audio: More than 145 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 65 min. (PFD23A) 35 Mb/s, 2 - ch audio (playback only): More than 150 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 68 min. (PFD23A) 25 Mb/s, 4-ch audio: Approx. 190 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min. (PFD23A) 25 Mb/s, 2-ch audio (playback only): Approx. 200 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 90 min. (PFD23A) 18 Mb/s, 4-ch audio (playback only): More than 248 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 112 min. (PFD23A) 18 Mb/s, 2-ch audio: More than 265 min. (PFD50DLA), More than 122 min. (PFD23A) MPEG IMX (Option: CBKZ-MD01): 50 Mb/s: Approx. 100 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 45 min. (PFD23A) 40 Mb/s: Approx. 120 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 55 min. (PFD23A) 30 Mb/s: Approx. 150 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 68 min. (PFD23A) DVCAM (Option: CBKZ-MD01): 25 Mb/s: Approx. 185 min. (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min. (PFD23A)
Approx. 0.016 lx (F1.4 lens, +42 dB, with 16-frame accumulation)
Gain Selection
-6, -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 dB
Smear Level
-135 dB (Y-typical)
S/N Ratio
59 dB (54 dB w/o Noise Suppressor)
Horizontal Resolution
1000 TV lines or more (1920 x 1080i mode)
Registration
Less than 0.02%
Modulation Depth
45% or more at 27.5MHz (typical)
Monitoring Specifications
Detail:
Viewfinder
Option
Built-In LCD Monitor
3.5-inch type color LCD monitor
Lens Specifications
Detail:
Lens Mount
2/3-inch type bayonet mount
Included Lens Specifications
Detail:
Zoom Ratio Selectable
depends on optional lens used
Focal Length
depends on optional lens used
Iris
depends on optional lens used
Maximum Relative Aperture
depends on optional lens used
Focus
depends on optional lens used
Image Stabilizer
depends on optional lens used
Filter Thread
depends on optional lens used
Built-In Microphone Specifications
Detail:
Capsule Type
NA
Supplied Accessories
Model:
Description:
Operation manual (x 1)
XDCAM Application Software CD-ROM (x 1)
Lens mount cap (x 1)
Shoulder belt (x 1)
Microphone cable (for converting 3-pin to 5-pin) (x 1)
Optional Accessories
Model:
Description:
BCL70
Portable 2 channel battery charger for lithium-ion batteries
DWA01D
Digital Wireless Adaptor
DWRS01D/4244
Dual Channel Digital Wireless Receiver
CBKZUPG01
Sony wifi software - PDW700/F800
CBKSC02
PDW-700 Analog Composite Input Board
CBKWA01//C
PDW-700/F800 Wifi Adaptor
WRR855S42/44
Portable Plug-In Diversity Tuner
HDVF200
2" HD Viewfinder for all Sony 2/3" HD Cameras/Camcorders
RMB750
Remote Control Unit
HDVF20A
2-inch Type HD B/W CRT Viewfinder
HDCA702
MPEG TS Adaptor for PDW700
LC424TH
Shipping Case with Built-in Wheels by Thermodyne
ECM680S
Stereo Shotgun Microphone
ACDN10
AC Adaptor/Charger
DWRS01D/3032
Dual Channel Digital Wireless Receiver
BPL60S
Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery
HDVFC35W
Multi-format HD Color LCD Viewfinder
CBKHD01
HD/SD SDI Input Board
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DWRS01D/1820
Dual Channel Digital Wireless Receiver
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