Sony PMW-300K1 XDCAM HD422 Semi-Shoulder Camcorder

The Sony PMW-300K1 XDCAM HD Camcorder features a high bit rate for capture of fast moving objects, while its chroma subsampling feature is ideal for a wide range of video recording situations. Although the PMW-300K1 features the same lens and imager as the PMW-EX3, Sony has developed advanced signal processing technology to suppress noise effectively and create noticeably clearer images, and enable it to reproduce a better Signal-to-Noise ratio than that of the PMW-EX3.

In addition to features it shares with the PMW-EX3, the PMW-300K1 now offers Cache Recording of up to 15 seconds, 1/16 ND filter position in addition to 1/4 and 1/64, more Gamma selections, eight assignable switches, QHD 960 X 540 resolution viewfinder, second SDI output, HDMI output, USB connectivity and more. The newly added USB connection enables the wireless remote control, video streaming and high resolution/XAVC proxy file transfer capabilities with an optional CBK-WA100 Wireless Adapter (not included). 

Ample support for interchangeable lenses and a robust metal body further ensure that PMW-300K1 is suitable for a wide range of applications. Additionally, the PMW-300K1 offers TC In/Out, and Genlock In connectivity. The camera also includes a 700 protocol remote interface allowing various camera settings to be remotely controlled using an optional RM-B170 Remote Control Unit. These additional features open up the list of possible applications to include multi-camera and studio configurations.

Features:

• Semi-shoulder handheld camcorder
• (3) 1/2-inch Full HD Exmor 3CMOS sensors
• 50 Mbps MPEG HD422 recording as MXF files (UDF mode only)
• SD Recording and Playback (DVCAM) standard
• Interchangeable lens system with 14x Fujinon HD lens package
• (2) ExpressCard SxS Memory Card Slots
• Record up to 4 hours 50 Mbps MPEG HD422 in camcorder using two 64 GB SxS-1A memory cards (must be purchased separately)
• UDF (Professional Disc compatible) or FAT (XDCAM EX compatible) file format mode shooting to have similar high res files and workflows with existing Professional Disc and XDCAM EX camcorders
• Low power consumption
• Viewfinder with 3.5" Color Quarter HD resolution 960(H) x 3(RGB) x540(V)
• Slow & Quick motion (1fps to 60fps)
• Focus Magnification for focus assistance
• Slow Shutter Function
• Shutter Angle Settings
• Picture Cache Recording
• Continuous recording (creating a single file with multiple start and stop REC trigger)
• Two lines of HD/SD-SDI connectors
• Multi-camera operation with 8-pin remote control
• USB interface for connecting camcorder as card reader

Camera Specifications:

• Built-in Optical Filters:
  • Clear
  • 1/4ND (2 stops)
  • 1/16ND (4 stops)
  • 1/64ND (6 stops)
• Effective Picture Elements: 1920 (H) x 1080 (V)
• Gain: -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC
• Horizontal Resolution: 1,000 TV lines or more (1920 x 1080i mode)
• Imaging Device: 3-chip 1/2-inch type Exmor Full HD CMOS
• Minimum Illumination:
  • 02 lx (typical) (1920x1080/59.94i mode, F1.9, +18 dB gain, with 64-frame accumulation, Gamma on, 50% video level)
  • 12 lx (typical) (1920x1080/59.94i mode, F1.9, +18 dB gain, with 64-frame accumulation, Gamma off, 100% video level)
• Optical System: F1.6 prism system
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 60 dB (Y) (typical)
• Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance): F11 (typical) (1920 x 1080/59.94i mode)
• Shutter Speed (Time): 1/32 sec to 1/2,000 sec
• Slow & Quick Motion Function:
  • 720p: 1 - 60 frames (1 - 50 frames for PAL mode, UDF)
  • 1080p: 1 - 30 frames (1 - 25 frames for PAL mode, UDF)
• Slow Shutter: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16, 32, and 64-frame accumulation
• White Balance: Preset (3,200 K), Memory A, Memory B/ATW

General Specifications:

• Battery Operating Time: approx. 3.6 hr with BP-U90 battery (while recording, with viewfinder, I/O Select Off)
• Built-in Microphone: omni-directional stereo electret condenser microphone
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 10.875” x 9.5” x 15.125” (275mm x 239mm x 384mm)
• Mass (Body) : 4 lb 14 oz (2.2 kg)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Storage Temperature: -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
• Power Consumption: approx. 20W (while recording, with viewfinder, IO Select Off)
• Power Requirements:
  • DC In: 12V
  • Battery: 11V to 17V

Recording Format:

• [exFAT]
  • XAVC Intra: XAVC-I mode (version 1.20 and above)
    • CBR 112MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
    • LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 50 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • VBR, maximum 50Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
    • LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  • XAVC Long : XAVC-L 35 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • VBR, maximum 35Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
    • LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  • XAVC Long : XAVC-L 25 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • VBR, maximum 25Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
    • LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
•  [exFAT(version 1.30 and above)] [UDF]
  • MPEG HD422 mode
    • CBR, 50Mbps, MPEG-2 [email protected]
    • LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  • MPEG-2 Long HD420 HQ mode
    • VBR, maximum 35Mbps, MPEG-2 [email protected]
    • LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  • DVCAM
    • CBR 25Mbps
    • LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
•  [UDF]
  • MPEG IMX50 mode
    • CBR, 50Mbps, MPEG-2 [email protected] Intra
    • LPCM 24/16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
• [FAT]
  • MPEG-2 Long HD420 HQ mode
    • VBR, maximum 35Mbps, MPEG-2 [email protected]
    • LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  • MPEG-2 Long HD420 SP mode
    • VBR, maximum 25Mbps, MPEG-2 [email protected]
    • LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels
  •  DVCAM
    • CBR 25Mbps
    • LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 2 channels

Recording Frame Rate:

• [exFAT]
  • XAVC Intra: XAVC-I mode (version 1.20 and above)
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1280x720/59.94P, 50P
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 50 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1280x720/59.94P, 50P
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 35 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 25 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i
•  [exFAT (version 1.30 and above)] [UDF]
  • MPEG HD422 mode
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1280x720/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  • MPEG HD420 HQ mode
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1440x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1280x720/59.94P, 50P, 23.98P
•  [FAT]
  • MPEG HD420 HQ mode
    • 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1440x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
    • 1280x720/59.94P,50P, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P
  • MPEG HD420 SP mode
    • 1440x1080/59.94i, 50i, 23.98P(2-3 Pull Down)
•  [UDF]
  • MPEG IMX50 mode
    • 720x486/59.94i, 29.97PsF
    • 720x576/50i, 25PsF
• [exFAT] [UDF] [FAT]
  • DCVAM mode
    • 720x480/59.94i, 29.97PsF
    • 720x576/50i,25PsF

Recording/Playback Time:

• [exFAT]
  • XAVC Intra: XAVC-I mode (version 1.20 and above)
    • 120 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 60 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 30 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 50 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • 240 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 120 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 60 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 35 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • 340 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 170 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 85 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • XAVC Long: XAVC-L 25 mode (version 1.30 and above)
    • 440 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 220 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 110 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
•  [exFAT (version 1.30 and above)] [UDF]
  • MPEG HD422 mode
    • 240 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 120 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 60 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • MPEG HD420 HQ mode
    • 360 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 180 min with (SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 90 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • DCVAM mode
    • 440 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
    • 220 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
    • 110 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • [UDF]
    • MPEG IMX50 mode
      • 240 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
      • 120 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
      • 60 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
  • [FAT]
    • MPEG HD420 HQ mode
      • 400 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
      • 200 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
      • 100 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
    • MPEG HD420 SP mode
      • 560 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
      • 560 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
      • 140 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)
    • DCVAM mode
      • 520 min with SBP-128B(128GB)
      • 260 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB)
      • 130 min with SBS-32G1A(32GB)

Inputs/Outputs Specifications:

• Audio Input: 2 x XLR-type 3-pin (female), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
  • LINE: +4 dBu
  • MIC: -70 dBu to -30 dBu
• Audio Output: RCA pin jack (CH-1, CH-2)
• Composite Output: VIDEO OUT BNC type
• DC Input: 1 x DC jack
• DC Output: No
• EXT (50-pin): No
• Genlock Input: 1 x BNC type, switchable with VIDEO OUT connector 1.0Vp-p, 75Ω
• HDMI Output: 1 x HDMI connector - Type A
• Headphone Output: 1 x Stereo mini-jack (-18 dBu 16 Ω)
• Lens Remote: 1 x 8-pin round
• Remote: 8-pin
• SDI Output: 2 x BNC, HD-SDI/SD-SDI selectable SMPTE292M/259M
• Timecode Input: 1 x BNC, switchable to TC OUT connector SMPTE 12M-2-2008 standard 0.5V-1.8Vp-p, 10kΩ)
• Timecode Output: 1 x BNC, switchable to TC IN connector SMPTE 12M-2-2008 standard 1.0Vp-p, 10kΩ)
• USB:
  • Mass Storage: 1 x USB 2.0 mini-B
  • Host: 1 x Type-A USB 2.0
• VF: Yes
• Video Output: 1 x BNC, HD-Y / Composite switchable, 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω switchable to GENLOCK IN connector
• i.LINK:  1 x IEEE 1394, 4-pin connector HDV (HDV 1080i) input/output DV input/output, S400

Lens Specifications:

• Filter Diameter: 77mm (0.75mm pitch)
• Focal Length: 5.8-81.2mm (35mm Equiv: f=31.4mm-439mm)
• Iris: F1.9-F16 and Close
• Lens Mount: 1/2-type EX mount
• Zoom System: Optical 14x

Media Specifications:

• Type: 2 x ExpressCard/34 slot

Monitoring Specifications:

• Built-in LCD Monitor: 3.5"-type color LCD monitor : 960 (H) x 3(RGB) x 540 (V), 16:9, Quarter HD Size