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Sony PMW-300K1 XDCAM HD Camcorder with 14x Lens

Product #16396 | SKU PMW300K1 | Sony
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Features

  • 1/2" / 1.27 cm Exmor Full HD 3CMOS Sensor
  • MPEG HD422 at 50Mbps
  • Fujinon Lens with 14x Zoom
  • Interchangeable Lens Mount System
  • 3.5" / 89 mm 960 x 540 Colour LCD Viewfinder

Description

The PMW-300K1 XDCAM HD Camcorder from Sony is designed to meet the demands of field video productions and professional studio applications. It is Sony's first semi-shoulder mount camcorder to combine the low-light capabilities of three, 1/2" Exmor Full HD CMOS sensors with the broadcast-quality, Full HD MPEG HD422 codec. The camcorder features the same rugged metal construction, interchangeable EX lens mount, and 14x Fujinon HD lens as the PMW-EX3, but introduces advanced signal processing technology for low-noise and clearer images. The PMW-300K1 also features a 3.5" / 89 mm 960 x 540 LCD viewfinder, built-in ND filters, and 8 assignable function buttons.

The camcorder is equipped with dual ExpressCard/34 SxS memory card slots that support SxS Pro and SxS-1 cards. A variety of recording formats are available, including Full HD 1920 x 1080 video recording in either MPEG HD422 at 50Mbps or MPEG HD420 at 35Mbps. The camcorder supports both UDF and FAT file format modes. SD recording is available in DVCAM and MPEG IMX formats, in both NTSC and PAL. The camcorder is upgradeable to support Sony's XAVC codec when it becomes available.

The camcorder offers two HD/SD-SDI and one HDMI inputs, as well as i.LINK, USB 2.0, timecode, and genlock connections for use with a wide range of AV and IT interfaces. The USB 2.0 port enables the use of the optional CBK-WA100 Wireless Adapter. Included with the camcorder is the Fujinon 14x zoom lens with lens hood and cap, 3.5" / 89 mm LCD viewfinder, BP-U30 battery and charger, infrared remote commander, shoulder strap, cold shoe kit, and a USB cable.

Features

Full HD MPEG-2 HD 422 Recording at 50 Mbps and XAVC Upgradeable
The PMW-300K1 captures Full HD 1920 x 1080 video using the broadcast-quality MPEG-2 HD 422 codec at 50 Mbps. It creates industry-standard MXF files. The camcorder can also record Full HD video in MPEG-2 HD 420 at 35 Mbps. For Standard Definition recording, MPEG IMX and DVCAM options are available. The camcorder is upgradable to support Sony's XAVC codec, when it becomes available.

Three 1/2"-type Exmor CMOS Sensors and Low-Light 3DNR Technology
Three, 1/2"-sized Full HD Exmor CMOS sensors provide good low-light performance with low image noise. The camcorder also includes Sony's 3Dimensional Noise Reducer technology (3DNR) to further reduce noise between frames.

Interchangeable Lens System with 14x Fujinon HD Lens
Featuring the same interchangeable EX-mount system used by the PMW-EX3, the PMW-300K1 is compatible with a wide range of 1/2-inch lenses. The camcorder is also compatible with 2/3-inch lenses using Sony's ACM-21 adapter, sold separately. The PMW-300K1 comes with a Fujinon HD lens with 14x, zoom range with a 35mm equivalent focal length of 31.4 to 439mm.

3.5" Colour LCD Viewfinder
A 3.5" 960 x 540 colour LCD viewfinder enables precision focusing for HD-resolution footage. The viewfinder cover can be flipped up for easier viewing of the LCD screen when the camera is on set or mounted on a tripod.

HD/SD-SDI and HDMI Interfaces
The PMW-300K1 features two SDI outputs for connecting with professional broadcast equipment. It also features an HDMI output, making it usable wide a wide-range of consumer products, such as monitors and HDTVs. The SDI and HDMI outputs can be used simultaneously.

Wide Range of Frame Rates
The camcorder records Full HD 1920 x 1080 video at 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p, 50i, and 59.94i frame rates in the MPEG-2 HD 422 codec. At 1280 x 720, the camcorder can shoot at frame rates of 23.28p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, and 59.94p.

Slow and Quick Motion from 1 to 60 fps
Slow motion shooting is possible with up to 60 frames per second recording in 720p or 30 fps recording in 1080p, when used with an SxS Pro or SxS-1 memory card. Quick motion can be obtained by slowing the frame rate down to 1 fps.

UDF or FAT File Format Mode
UDF (Professional Disc compatible) or FAT (XDCAM EX compatible) file format mode allows you to shoot with similar files as Professional Disc and XDCAM EX camcorders, for integration into existing workflows.

Two SxS Memory Card Slots
The PMW-300K1 is equipped with two SxS memory card slots. Using two 64GB SxS cards will give you around four hours of continuous MPEG HD422 50Mbps recording. The camcorder accepts either SxS Pro or SxS-1 cards.

USB Connectivity and Wi-Fi Control
Enable wireless remote control, video streaming, and high resolution proxy file transfer capabilities by attaching the optional CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi adapter to the USB 2.0 port. This allows Apple iPads or Android devices to be used to control zoom, focus, iris, and white balance, as well as functions such as start/stop recording.

Two XLR Inputs and 4 Channel Audio Recording
The camcorder has two XLR inputs for connecting professional microphones for recording up to 4 channels of 24-bit 48kHz audio.

Semi-shoulder Design with Metal Body
The semi-shoulder design features an extendable chest pad mechanism and rotary hand grip to allow you to shoot comfortably for extended periods of time. The magnesium alloy body gives the camcorder the durability needed to handle demands of production environments.

Built-in Neutral Density Filters
Built-in Neutral Density filters allow you to cut down on the amount of light hitting the camcorder's sensor. This gives you greater iris and depth of field control when shooting in bright/sunny conditions. Neutral Density filters are available in four stages - Clear, 1/4, 1/16, and 1/64.

Multi-camera Operation with 8-pin Remote Control
The camcorder has a Genlock In and timecode in/out interface for linking it together with other cameras for multi-camera shoots or 3D configurations. The 8-pin, 700-Protocol remote control interface allows the camcorder to be controlled with the Sony RMB-170 Remote Control Unit, sold separately.

Cache Recording
A 15-second cache recording function helps prevent the loss of scenes or events that occur up to 15 seconds before the camcorder's record button is pressed.

Planning Metadata Automatically Recorded
Control the metadata for your clips by loading a Planning Metadata file (XML file) from an SxS card or USB drive. Metadata, including filename of the clip, will automatically be generated as specified in the XML file.

Power on Quick Rec Mode
By pushing the REC button while powering on the camcorder, the 'Quick Rec' mode is activated. This accelerates the start up process and allows the camcorder to start recording more quickly than if powered on normally.

Continuous Recordings for Easier Transport of Files
Use this mode to create single, long clips with multiple starts and stops when in UDF (MXF) mode. This allows for faster transport, as the single clip transfers faster than several smaller clips would.

Specifications

Camera Section
Imaging Device 3-chip 1/2" Exmor Full HD CMOS
Minimum Illumination 0.02 lx (typical) (1920 x 1080/59.94i mode, f/1.9, +18 dB gain, with 64-frame accumulation, Gamma on, 50% video level)
Optical System f/1.6 prism system
Effective Picture Elements 1920 x 1080 (HxV)
Signal to Noise Ratio 60 dB (Y) (typical)
Sensitivity 2000 lx, 89.9° reflectance: f/11 (typical), 1920 x 1080/59.94i mode
Shutter Speed 1/32 to 1/2000 second
Slow Shutter 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16, 32, and 64 frame accumulation
Slow & Quick Motion Function 720p: 1 to 60 fps
1080p: 1 to 30 fps
Gain Selection -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, and 18 dB, AGC
White Balance Preset (3,200 K), Memory A, Memory B/ATW
Built-in ND Filter Clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND
Recording
Video Recording Format MPEG-2 Long GOP
HD 422 mode: CBR, 50 Mbps, MPEG-2 422P@HL
HQ mode: VBR, 35 Mbps maximum, MPEG-2 MP@HL
SP mode: CBR, 25 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@H-14
SD mode: MPEG IMX, DVCAM
Audio Recording Format UDF
HD 422 50 mode: LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
HD 420 HQ mode: LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
SD MPEG IMX mode: LPCM 16/24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
SD DVCAM mode: LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels

FAT
HD mode: LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
SD DVCAM mode: LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz, 2 channels
Recording Frame Rate UDF
HD 422 50 mode:
1920 x 1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1280 x 720/ 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

HD 420 HQ mode:
1920 x 1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p (requires version up)
1440 x 1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p,
1280 x 720/ 59.94p, 50p, 23.98p (2-3 pull down)

SD mode:
720 x 480/ 59.94i, 29.97PsF
720 x 576/ 50i, 25PsF

FAT
HD 420 HQ mode:
1920 x 1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1440 x 1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1280 x 720/ 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

HD SP 1440 mode:
1440 x 1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 23.98p (2-3 pull down)

SD DVCAM mode:
720 x 480/ 59.94i, 29.97PsF
720 x 576/ 50i, 25PsF
Recording Media SxS Express 34 Cards
Recording/Playback Time UDF
HD 422 50 / SD MPEG IMX mode:
Approx. 120 min with 64 GB memory card
Approx. 60 min with 32 GB memory card
Approx. 30 min with 16 GB memory card

HD 420 HQ mode:
Approx. 180 min with 64 GB memory card
Approx. 90 min with 32 GB memory card
Approx. 45 min with 16 GB memory card

SD DVCAM mode:
Approx. 220 min with 64 GB memory card
Approx. 110 min with 32 GB memory card
Approx. 55 min with 16 GB memory card

FAT
HD HQ mode:
Approx. 200 min with 64 GB memory card
Approx. 100 min with 32 GB memory card
Approx. 50 min with 16 GB memory card

HD SP mode:
Approx. 280 min with 64 GB memory card
Approx. 140 min with 32 GB memory card
Approx. 70 min with 16 GB memory card

SD DVCAM mode:
Approx. 260 min with 64 GB memory card
Approx. 130 min with 32 GB memory card
Approx. 65 min with 16 GB memory card
Inputs/Outputs
Genlock Input 1 x BNC (switchable to video out), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
Timecode Input 1 x BNC (switchable to TC out) (SMPTE 12M-2-2008 standard, 0.5 V to 1.8 Vp-p, 10 kilo-ohm)
Audio Input 2 x XLR-type 3-pin (female), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
HDMI Output 1 x A-type
SDI Output 2 x BNC, HD-SDI/SD-SDI selectable
Composite Video Output BNC type
Video Output 1 x BNC, (switchable to Genlock In), HD-Y / Composite switchable, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
TC Output 1 x BNC (switchable to TC in) (SMPTE 12M-2-2008 standard, 0.5 V to 1.8 Vp-p, 10 kilo-ohm)
Headphone Output 1 x Stereo mini-jack
Speaker Output Monaural
Lens Remote Control Connector 8-pin, round
Remote 8-pin
Built-In Microphone Omni-directional stereo electret condenser microphone
DV I/O (i.LINK) 1 x IEEE-1394, 4-pin, HDV (HDV 1080i) / DV input/output, S400
USB Port 1 x USB 2.0, mini-B type
1 x USB host, Type A
Lens
Focal Length 5.8 to 81.2 mm
35mm equivalent: 31.4 to 439 mm
Zoom Ratio Optical 14x
Aperture f/1.9 to f/16 and close
Lens Mount 1/2-type EX mount
Filter Diameter 77 mm, pitch 0.75 mm
Monitoring
Viewfinder 3.5" / 89 mm colour LCD monitor
960 x 540 (HxV)
General Specifications
Accessory Shoe Standard shoe
Media Type 2 x ExpressCard/34
Battery Operating Time Approx. 3.6 hrs with BP-U90 battery (while recording, with viewfinder, I/O Select Off)
Power Requirements 12 VDC
Power Consumption Approx. 20 W (while recording, with viewfinder, IO Select off)
Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature -20 to 60°C
Dimensions (WxHxD) 27.5 x 23.9 x 38.4 cm
Weight 2.21 kg

In The Box

  • Sony PMW-300K1 XDCAM HD Camcorder
  • 14 x Zoom Lens
  • Lens Hood with Lens Cap
  • 3.5" LCD Viewfinder
  • BP-U30 Lithium-Ion Battery
  • BC-U1 Battery Charger
  • Infrared Remote Commander
  • CR2032 Lithium Battery for Infrared Remote Commander
  • CR2032 Lithium Battery in Camcorder for Data Backup
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Cold Shoe Kit
  • USB Cable
  • Limited 1-Year Warranty

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Details

  • Product: Sony PMW-300K1 XDCAM HD Camcorder with 14x Lens
  • Manufacturer: Sony
  • Model: PMW300K1
  • SKU: PMW300K1
  • RM Product #: 16396
  • Manufacturer's Website: View External Site
  • Battery: Lithium-Ion Included

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