SONY PMW-EX3 XDCAM
Specifications
XDCAM EX - new generation of HD recording system
The PMW-EX3 comes on the heels of the successful launch of the new PMW-EX1 and offers all the great features of the PMW-EX1 in a new semi-gloss design. In addition to this new design the camcorder also features an interchangeable lens system, Genlock, time code and remote control feature for added flexibility, offering a low cost HD studio solution.
The PMW-EX3 combines a cutting-edge non-linear XDCAM workflow with nothing more than the best HD quality seen on a semi-gloss camcorder. It is also the first semi-full camcorder to carry the legendary CineAlta 24P brand with recording capability at various frame rates like native 59.94i, 50i and 23.98P, in addition to being switchable between 1080i / 720P.
You can also choose between 35 Mb / s high quality mode or 25 Mb / s HDV 1080i compatible mode. To take advantage of this high-performance recording feature, the PMW-EX3 uses the same PMW-EX1 imaging system, consisting of three ½-inch CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920x1080. In addition, there is a Fujinon Professional ½-inch custom-made HD lens with 14x zoom and a unique dual-focus ring mechanism. Included in the package is a ½ inch lens adapter to allow use of other ½ inch lenses, plus the ability to use other optional lens adapters for 2/3 inch, cinematic and digital style SLR lenses.
To maximize recording time, the PMW-EX3 has two memory card slots, which means that with two 16GB SxS PRO memory cards it can record up to 140 minutes of HD video.
A wide range of accessories is also available, including a USB reader / writer, a wide conversion lens, battery and charger.
The PMW-EX3 HD camcorder is the ideal solution for a wide range of customers from broadcasters to cameramen and independent filmmakers who want exceptional HD image quality and a cutting-edge workflow in an affordable semi-gloss camcorder.
The PMW-EX3 is yet another innovation from Sony that offers the first solid-state semi-shader camcorder. Based on the same impressive imaging performance, creative features and workflow innovation of the PMW-EX1, the new camera offers studio functions such as genlock and remote control, an interchangeable lens system and new ergonomic features that Camera more flexibility in any chosen production style.
Improved workflow
Innovative solid-state recording with SxS PRO ExpressCard memory cards offers the following benefits:
Compatible with industry-standard ExpressCard interface, available on most modern laptops
No time lost to carry tapes
Robust storage media, impenetrable to shocks and vibrations
Small high-capacity recording media that delivers over 2 hours of continuous HD content on 2 16GB cards.
Common interoperability with HDV and DVCAM, thus being ready for immediate use with most existing NLEs.
No need to worry about accidental replacement of precious content
Recording and rewriting media without any degradation of image quality
Thumbnail images representing the main scenes can be searched and accessed instantly using the color screen on the camera
Main scenes 'marked as essential' at the touch of a button
No frenetic fast forward / reverse to find the clips you want to review
Manufacture of non-proprietary media
Supplied with Clip Browser software to view and copy clips to HDD, DVD or Blu-ray.
Superior image performance
Newly developed Exmor ™ CMOS processors deliver true 1080 x 1920 resolution:
Large ½ inch sensors for excellent sensitivity and depth of field features
Effective 1080 x 1920 royal pixels
Low power consumption compared to CCD technology
1080/720 switchable for international program production
Professional Interchangeable 1/2 Inch HD Lens
The PMW-EX3 features an outstanding interchangeable ½ inch Fujinon lens, which offers the ability to use current ½ inch lenses with the supplied lens adapter.
Fujinon Professional HD Interchangeable 14x Zoom Lens
Can be used with other 2/3 inch, Cinema and D-SLR lenses with optional lens adapters.
Exclusive focus operation that offers full manual focus with absolute focus or manual / auto focus operation.
Autofocus assistant, ensuring that the focus position can be changed
Manual focus assistant to ensure the best focus at all times
Exciting and creative recording modes
Technical specifications
General
Pasta
Approx. 1.9 kg (without lens)
Approx. 3.6 kg (with lens, lens cap, eyepiece lens, BP-U30 battery, SxS PRO memory card)
Power Requirements
12V DC
Energy consumption
Approx. 13.5 W (during recording, LCD monitor on)
#Aprox. 14 W (during recording, EVF on, LCD monitor on, IO Select HD SDI & HD HDMI) "
Operating Temperature
0 ° C to 40 ° C
Storage Temperature
-20 ° C to + 60 ° C
Continuous operation time
Approx. 210 min with BP-U60 battery
Recording format (video)
MPEG-2 Long GOP
HQ mode: VBR, maximum bit rate: 35 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP @ HL
SP mode: CBR, 25 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP @ H-14
Recording format (audio)
PCM linear (2 channels, 16 bits, 48 kHz)
Recording / Playback Time (MPEG HD)
HQ mode:
Approx. 100 min with SBP-32 memory card (32 GB)
Approx. 50 min with SBP-16 memory card (16 GB)
Approx. 25 min with SBP-8 memory card (8 GB)
SP mode:
Approx. 140 min with SBP-32 memory card (32 GB)
Approx. 70 min with SBP-16 memory card (16 GB)
Approx. 35 min with SBP-8 memory card (8 GB)
Recording frame rate
NTSC
HQ mode:
1920 x 1080 / 59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p,
1280 x 720 / 59.94p, 29.97p, 23.98p
SP mode: 1440 x 1080 / 59.94i, 23.98p (down conversion)
PAL
HQ mode:
1920 x 1080 / 50i, 25p,
1280 x 720 / 50p, 25p
SP mode: 1440 x 1080 / 50i