Sony HDCAM Professional Camcorders and Recorders

Ideal for television drama, documentaries or commercials, HDCAM offers superb high definition picture performance and a convenient choice of workflow options. For post production in HDCAM or down converting for editing within existing standard definition infrastructures, HDCAM offers greater flexibility to match an array of creative preferences and production needs.

We also supply complete camera kits including:

• Angenieux Broadcast Lenses
• Petrol Camera Bags
• Vinten Tripods
• Video Monitors and Wireless Mics 

• Century Optics Lens Accessories
• VariZoom Remote Zoom
• Media Stock

HDW-1800 HDCAM Studio Editing Recorder

Affordable HDCAM studio editing recorder. Capable of Recording and playback HDCAM 1080/59.94i, 50i, 25PsF, 29.97PsF, 23.98PsF and 24PsF formats. 3-2 pull down is available by using option board HKDW-104. This deck inherited all editing functions from HDW-2000 series, such as DMC, audio split, pre-read and audio cross-fade editing. A color LCD panel on the control panel displays various type of information including audio level meter and time data. The LCD unit also displays video when playback or recording. Built-in down converter enables to output 480/59.94i or 576/50i. Up to 3 packets of VANC metadata can be recorded and played back. Non-audio recording is available such as Dolby-E or AC3. By using HKDW-104 option board, 720/50P or 720/59.94P output is available. The HKDW-105 i.LINK (HDV) input option board can be installed to record the i.LINK (HDV) signals from HDV devices onto HDCAM tapes.

HDWD-1800 HDCAM Studio Editing Recorder

HDCAM studio editing recorder with Digital Betacam and MPEG IMX playback

Affordable HDCAM studio editing recorder. Capable of Recording and playback HDCAM 1080/59.94i, 50i, 25PsF, 29.97PsF, 23.98PsF and 24PsF formats. 3-2 pull down is available by using option board HKDW-104. This deck inherited all editing functions from HDW-2000 series, such as DMC, audio split, pre-read and audio cross-fade editing. A color LCD panel on the control panel displays various type of information including audio level meter and time data.

The LCD unit also displays video when playback or recording. Built-in down converter enables to output 480/59.94i or 576/50i. Up to 3 packets of VANC metadata can be recorded and played back. Non-audio recording is available such as Dolby-E or AC3. By using HKDW-104 option board, 720/50P or 720/59.94P output is available.

The HKDW-105 i.LINK (HDV) input option board can be installed to record the i.LINK (HDV) signals from HDV devices.

J-H1 HDCAM Compact Player

This machine is the first in a line-up to improve the availability of HDCAM anywhere its needed, on the set, in an office, in your hotel - anywhere! This is achieved by a unique combination of small size (same as J series) combined with many connection possibilities to viewing devices, whatever may be to hand, from HD monitors to laptops.

A downconverter is included as standard, and it can handle both large and small HDCAM cassettes at 25PsF or 29.97PsF. 24PsF recorded tapes can be played back at 25P with time code conversion.

The J-H1 has an analogue component HD output as well as a composite downconverted output as standard.

J-H3 HDCAM Compact Player

The J-H3 has an HDSDI output as well as analogue Y Pb Pr connectors.

The built in downconverter supplies SDI and composite outputs, while the XGA computer output feeds a standard PC monitor. The downconverted signal is also provided as as i-Link (IEEE 1394) interface for a DV feed with audio, timecode and remote control of the J-H3.

HDCAM Professional Cameras

HDW-F900R CineAlta 24P HDCAM Camcorder

The highly respected HDW-F900 camcorder has now been refined into the next-generation HDW-F900R, offering a variety of further enhanced functionalities.

The HDW-F900R camcorder records images in accordance with the CIF (Common Image Format) standard, which specifies a sampling structure of 1920 x 1080 active pixels (horizontal x vertical). Plus, as well as recording at 24P, the HDW-F900R camcorder is switchable to record at 25P, 29.97P progressive scan, and also at 50 or 59.94 Hz interlaced scan. The camcorder also provides a comprehensive range of features for creative shooting such as enhanced gamma features and colorimetry controls. Plus, the design of the HDW-F900R is highly compact and lightweight, giving users higher levels of mobility and comfort when shooting. To further enhance the creative and operational versatility of the camcorder, a wide range of optional accessories are available. These include a picture cache board, a 2-3 Pull-down and down converter board, and a slow-shutter board. In combination with its renowned 24P capability and attractive cost efficiency, all of these great functionalities make the HDW-F900R the perfect solution for shooting television series , documentaries, commercials, as well as motion pictures.

HDW-750P - 25P/50I HD Camcorder

The HDW-750P Camcorders is the latest addition to the HDCAM Series. Combining high quality, easy operation and added reliability in an affordable, well balanced solution. The camera records 1920 x 1080 high definition pictures to the successful HDCAM format. HDW-750P provides 50i/25p operation. By using the optional HKDW-702 internal down converter card, it is also possible to simultaneously record or monitor a high quality down converted SDSDI or composite PAL signal. These 2 models provide the ultimate flexibility for a broad range of program genres in the emerging DTV world, from rental to broadcast and everything in between.

Features

• Optional picture cache board for 7 seconds loop recording and time lapse recording (HKDW-703)
  
• Extensive audio features: slot in wireless mic, 2 headphone outputs, Stereo front microphone, 4 channel audio recording capabilities.
  
• 2 x HD SDI Output standard
  
• Memory Stick™ setup system stores and transfers camera setups
  
• 10-bit A/D Converter & Advanced Digital Signal Processor
  
• 1920 x 1080, 2.2 Million Pixel FIT CCD
  
• Turbo gain, intelligent light shoe,2 assignable buttons
  
• Optional GPS receiving unit for recording GPS information as Metadata (HKDW-704)
  
• Compact and lightweight – only 5.4kgs
  
• Optional Down Converter board for SD SDI output (HKDW-702)
  
• Intuitive menu system for easy in camera adjustments
  
• Switchable 50i/25P operation, ideal for ENG, EFP or film style production
  

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HDW-730S - 50i/60i HD Camcorder

The new HDW-730S camcorder sets a new standard in cost effective HD production, enabling you to produce HDCAM quality pictures at a Digital BETACAM price point.

The HDW-730S captures 1920 x 1080 high definition pictures to the widely accepted HDCAM format. The HDW-730 provides switchable 50i/60i operation, giving the flexibility to shoot for either PAL or NTSC based HD production. By using the optional HKDW-702 internal down converter card, it is also possible to simultaneously record or monitor a high quality down converted SDSDI or composite PAL signal. The HDW-730S provides the ultimate in high quality and cost effective acquisition, for a broad range of applications from rental to broadcast and everything inbetween.

Features:

• 2 x HD SDI Output standard
• Optional Down Converter board for SD SDI output (HKDW-702)
  
• 10-bit A/D Converter & Advanced Digital Signal Processor
  
• Turbo gain, intelligent light shoe,2 assignable buttons
  
• Optional GPS receiving unit for recording GPS information as Metadata (HKDW-704)
  
• Compact and lightweight – only 5.4kgs
  
• Intuitive menu system for easy in camera adjustments
  
• Switchable 50i/60i operation, ideal for freelancers, rental and broadcast
  
• Extensive audio features: slot in wireless mic, 2 headphone outputs, stereo front microphone, 4 channel audio recording capabilities.
  
• Memory Stick™ setup system stores and transfers camera setups
  
• 1920 x 1080, 2.2 Million Pixel IT CCD
  
• Optional picture cache board for 7 seconds loop recording and time lapse recording (HKDW-703)

HDW750p730 Brochure