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| PMW-300K2: Overview |
Semi-shoulder handheld camcorder integrates with multi-camera operations
The Sony PMW-300K2 XDCAM camcorder is equipped with three 1/2-inch Exmor™ full-HD CMOS sensors, capable of delivering high-quality images even in low-light environments. Ample support
for interchangeable lens and a robust metal body further ensure that PMW-300K2 is suitable for a wide range of applications. Additionally, the PMW-300K2 offers a convenient remote-control and
multi-camera operation capability, which allows use with high-end camera systems.
HD 422 50 Mbps recordings ideal for a wide range of shooting conditions with XAVC future-proofing
An evolution of Sony's industry leading PMW-EX3, the PMW-300K2 is able to record 50Mbps HD material in MPEG-2 HD422, meeting broadcast standards around the world, including the European
Broadcasting Union's (EBU) requirements on HD broadcast acquisition for long form programme making. The high bit rate ensures excellent capture of fast moving objects, while its chroma subsampling
feature is perfect for a wide range of video encoding areas such as VFX and
green screen applications. The camcorder can also be upgraded in the future to support Sony's revolutionary XAVC codec, extending the lifecycle of the product to ensure maximum return on investment*.
* XAVC support for HD will be available in 2014.
The 1/2-type Exmor™ Full-HD 3CMOS sensors offer high light sensitivity and low noise in images. As a result, the camcorder delivers clear high-resolution images even when filming in
low-light conditions. The camcorder also includes Sony's advanced signal processing technology which suppresses noise effectively, creating noticeably clearer images
The PMW-300 features the same EX-mount interchangeable lens system as the PMW-EX3, making it compatible with a wide range of 1/2-inch and 2/3-inch lenses. There are two types of lens packages planned
to be available for the PMW-300 - one is with a 14 times zoom lens, and the other is with a 16 times zoom lens. Both lenses have a focus ring for quick switching between auto and manual focus. An
HD-resolution 3.5-inch colour LCD viewfinder (960x540 pixels) enables precision focusing for HD filming, while the 8-pin remote-control and multi-camera operation capability allows the
PMW-300 to be used in 3D configurations and high-end camera systems.
With an HD-SD/SDI output and an HDMI output, the PMW-300 connects not only to broadcast infrastructures, but also to consumer devices equipped with HDMI inputs. Timecode and Genlock interfaces enable
use in multi-camera setups and 3D configurations. The 8-pin remote connector allows for remote adjustment from a remote controller which is sold separately. By changing the frame rate, slow- and
fast-motion visual effects (Slow & Quick Motion) are available. Up to 60-frames-per-second (fps) recording in 720p or 30-fps recording in 1080p is possible to obtain slow motion effects.
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| Features |
·Full HD MPEG-2 HD 422 50 Mbps recordings plus XAVC in the future
The Sony PMW-300 K2 uses an MPEG HD 422 codec, recording Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50 Mbps in industry-standard MXF files, along with 24-bit 48 kHz, 4-channel audio. It is also capable of recording MPEG-2 HD
420 in Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 35 Mbps. Standard Definition options include MPEG IMX and DVCAM. The camcorder can also be upgraded in the future to support Sony's revolutionary XAVC codec,
extending the lifecycle of the product to ensure maximum return on investment*.
* XAVC support for HD will be available in 2014.
· Three 1/2-inch type Exmor™ CMOS Full HD sensors and low-light 3DNR technology for a wide range of shooting conditions
The three 1/2-inch Exmor™ Full-HD CMOS sensors offer high light sensitivity and low image noise. As a consequence, PMW-300 delivers clear high-resolution images even when filming in
low-light conditions. The camcorder also includes Sony's 3Dimensional Noise Reducer technology(3DNR), which reduce noise between frames
and thus creates noticeably clearer images.
· Interchangeable lens system
with 16x Fujinon HD lens package option (PMW-300K2)
The Sony PMW-300 k2 features the same EX-mount interchangeable lens system as the PMW-EX3, making it compatible with a wide range of 1/2-inch
and 2/3-inch lenses (with optional ACM-21 adaptor). The camcorder also comes with two auto-focusing zoom lens packages, one for a 14x (PMW-300K1) and the other a 16x zoom lens (PMW-300K2). Both lenses
include a focus ring for quick switching between auto and manual focus.
· Precision focusing with 3.5-inch colour LCD viewfinder
An enhanced HD-resolution 3.5-inch colour LCD viewfinder (960x540 pixels) enables precision focusing for HD camcorder work, while the 8-pin remote-control and multi-camera operation capability allows
the PMW-300 K2 to be used in 3D configurations and high-end camera systems.
· Multi-camera operation with 8-pin remote control
PMW-300 has a Genlock In and Timecode In/Out interface, so that it can link together with other cameras for multi-camera operation capability and 3D configurations. The 8-pin 700-Protocol
remote control interface allows for remote adjustment from the RM-B170* or RM-B150** remote control, sold separately.
* The RM-B750 and the RCP remote control cannot be connected due to the power supply capacity of the PMW-300.
** RM-B150 is discontinued.
· HD/SD-SDI and HDMI interfaces
for integration with broadcast infrastructures
The
Sony PMW 300K2 has an SDI interface so that it can connect with broadcast
infrastructures and professional equipment. It's also possible to down-convert from HD to SD. There is also an HDMI interface making it possible to link to consumer products, including a standard
consumer TV. SDI and HDMI interfaces are available in the same time.
· Wide range of frame rates
The camcorder has standard recording modes of 1920 x 1080/25P or 50i and can additionally record at 59.94i, 23.98P and 29.97P in MPEG-2 HD 422 mode. At 1280 x 720, the camcorder can record 25P as
well as 23.98P, 29.97P, 50P and 59.94P. Further recording modes are also possible at MPEG-2 HD 420 and DVCAM.
· Slow and quick motion from 1 fps to 60 fps
Slow motion shooting is possible with up to 60 frames per second (fps) recording in 720P or 30 fps recording in 1080P, when used with the SxS Pro or SxS-1 memory card. Quick motion can be obtained
by slowing the frame rate down to 1 fps.
· Semi-shoulder robust design with metal body
The PMW300 features an innovative semi-shoulder design with an extendable chest pad mechanism and rotary hand grip, allowing comfortable recording over long periods of time. Its magnesium
metal body ensures the camcorder is robust and, like its predecessor, the PMW-EX3, can withstand even the harshest production environments.
· Wi-Fi remote control with optional Wi-Fi adaptor
In addition to the 8-pin remote control interface, Apple iPads or Android mobile devices can be used as simple remote controllers. By attaching the optional CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi adaptor, the remote can
control zoom, focus, iris and white balance as well as the recording functions such as recording trigger.
· Cache recording
Utilising a 15 second cache recording function, the PMW-300 can help prevent the loss of important scenes or events that occur up
to 15 seconds before the camcorder's REC start button is pressed.
· Two SxS Memory Card slots plus Memory Stick, SD card and
XDQ card options
There are two SxS Memory Card slots, which allows for around four hours of continuous recording, with two hours of HD 422 50 Mbps
recorded on each 64GB SxS Memory Card. Content can be copied between the two slots. The PMW 300 K1 can use either SxS Pro or SxS-1 cards. It will also accept consumer recording media,
including Memory Stick, SD card and XDQ card with an appropriate adaptor for emergency use.
· Planning metadata automatically recorded
By loading a pre-recorded Planning Metadata file (XML file) to the PMW-300 K1, either from an SxS memory card or a USB memory, the metadata is automatically generated and recorded as described in
the XML file while recording. Also the filename of a clip is automatically set as described in the XML file.
· i.LINKInput/Output for DV/HDV recordings
i.LINK (HDV) Out can be activated while SP 1440 (FAT) or DVCAM (FAT) is selected and the i.LINK (HDV) In signal can be recorded while the video format is set appropriately.
· 4 channels 24-bit 48 kHz audio recordings
The PMW300 is equipped with two XLR connectors, which connect to Sony's range of professional microphone products.24-bit 48kHz audio can be recorded in HD 422 50 Mbps, with up to four channels of audio recorded.
· Multiple language system
The Sony PMW-300 K2 has multiple language system. The language for the menu and warning messages can be selected among English, Chinese, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian and Indonesian.
· 4 Neutral Density filters
The Sony PMW300 K2 is equipped with four built-in ND (Neutral Density) filters - Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 - that help to vary the depth of field with iris control.
· Power on Quick Rec to help get up and running quicker
If the camcorder power is turned on while pushing a REC button, the 'Quick Rec' mode is activated. By accelerating the power on process, the camcorder can start up and start recording more quickly than normal.
· Direct access to the thumbnails
With the PMW 300, there is no need to switch between Camera and Media mode to access to the recording video. The access to the thumbnails is direct and without any reboot internal process.
· Continuous recordings for easier ingest
This mode allows users to create a single, large clip with multiple starts and stops in recording. The benefit of this mode is a faster transport speed for single clips - there is no overhead for the
file open/close process. Please note this function works only in UDF (MXF) mode.
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Supplied Accessories
16 times standard Zoom lens (1),
Lens hood (1),
Lens cap (1),
Lens mount adaptor (1),
Pre-installed to the Camcorder
Infrared Remote Commander (1)
USB cable (1)
Cold shoe kit (1),
Lens mount Cap (1)
BP-U30 battery pack (1)
BC-U1 battery charger (1)
Shoulder strap (1)
Lithium battery (CR2032 for data backup) (1),
Pre-installed to the Camcorder
Lithium battery (CR2025 for the IR Remote Commander) (1),
Pre-installed to the IR Remote Commander "Before Using this Unit" (1)
CD-ROM:
Operating instructions in PDF (1)
** Design and specifications are preliminary and subject to change without notice
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