Sony expands HDV line-up by launching HVR-V1E /P camcorder with
progressive scan (25p) capability and full HDV
resolution
With switchable HDV, DVCAM and DV recording and playback
capability, the Sony HVR-V1E gives
professional users even more flexibility to choose the best
format for their production
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The HVR-V1E supports recording and playback of HDV 1080i, DVCAM and
DV.
1080/50i and 25p (progressive scan)
acquisition
For the first time, Sony has introduced progressive scan
acquisition to its professional HDV camcorder range. In addition to
typical 50i, the HVR-V1E offers 25P progressive scan capture. This
is ideal for those who wish to create a more cinematic look and
feel to their productions and lends itself particularly well to
those film-makers with smaller budgets. The 25p scan images are
recorded at 50i, and can be played back using existing HDV1080/50i
HDV products. In addition, 25p scan footage from the HVR-V1E is
supported by major NLEs (Non-Linear Editors) such as Sony, Adobe,
Apple, Avid and Canopus.
3 ClearVid CMOS
Sensors
The HVR-V1E is the first Sony professional camcorder to feature
three ClearVid CMOS Sensors. Coupled with Sony's Enhanced Imaging
Processor (EIP), these sensors provide high sensitivity, low noise
and a wide dynamic range to achieve high-quality images. The
ClearVid CMOS Sensor also eradicates picture smear and has 4 times
high speed scanning capability enabling 'Smooth Slow Rec'
function.
20 x Optical Zoom Carl
Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens
The Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens features Extra-low Dispersion
(ED) Glass and a 20x optical zoom lens with F2.8 at the tele-photo
end for greater light sensitivity and long-range image acquisition
for maximum shooting flexibility.
2 x XLR Microphone
Inputs
For enhanced audio options
Down-conversion
Like the other Sony professional HDV camcorders, users can choose
to shoot in HDV and then down-convert to DVCAM via the
camcorder.
3.5" Clear Photo
LCD
For image monitoring
Timecode
Options
Including preset and synchronisation.
HDMI
Output
For direct interface with HD ready consumer displays
IBC Amsterdam, 7 September 2006 - Sony
today announced the addition of its latest professional HDV
camcorder, the HVR-V1E, to its wide range of professional HDV
products, which includes Sony's first and flagship HDV professional
camcorder, the HVR-Z1E and the compact and lightweight
HVR-A1E.
"Our professional HDV products have
proven popular with the market and by the end of September we
expect to have shipped around 91,000 units worldwide since
introduction in January 2005." said Stuart Reed, Product Marketing
Manager at Sony Europe. "The HVR-V1E is the latest camcorder to join our
expanding range of products and with its progressive scan feature,
provides film-makers with smaller budgets greater choice when
shooting their productions."
Sophisticated Camera System
The HVR-V1E has newly incorporated the "3 (three)
ClearVid CMOS Sensor" imaging technology. Coupled with Sony's
Enhanced Imaging Processor?(EIP), these sensors provide high
sensitivity, low noise and a wide dynamic range to achieve
high-quality images. The ClearVid CMOS Sensor also eradicates
picture smear and has 4 times high speed scanning capability
enabling "Smooth Slow Rec" function.
The Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens features Extra-low Dispersion
(ED) Glass and a 20x optical zoom lens with F2.8 at the tele-photo
end for greater light sensitivity and long-range image acquisition
for maximum shooting flexibility. A Digital Extender feature also
enables the tele-photo focal length to be extended by around 1.5
times to a maximum of 1100mm at 35mm conversion.
Progressive scan features with
full HDV resolution
While the "3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor" system provides great picture
quality in HDV 1080/50i video, the HVR-V1E newly supports 25p
progressive scan feature. The feature is ideal for producers that
want a more film-like quality to their work and lends itself well
to film-makers on a smaller budget. Unlike "progressive-look"
picture interpolated from interlace scan camera system, the
HVR-V1E's "3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor" system natively captures
progressive scan image while maintaining full HDV resolution.
Moreover, footage shot using the progressive scan feature can be
played back on any Sony HDV professional camcorders and VTRs and
can be edited with major current non-linear editing systems,
including Sony, Adobe, Apple, Avid and Canopus.
Film-like picture quality has been enhanced by the Cinematone Gamma
& Cinematone Colour features as well as other sophisticated
cinema related features such as Last Scene Review.
Optional Hard Disk Recording Unit for
greater work-flow options
In order to further enhance HDV acquisition, the new optional hard
disk recording unit, HVR-DR60, will be introduced. The HVR-DR60 can
record HDV/DVCAM/DV stream from existing Sony HDV and DVCAM
camcorders via i.LINK for longer recording simultaneous recording
with tape and hard disk and faster upload to non-linear editing
system. In addition to these advantages common to the other Sony
camcorders, the combination of the HVR-DR60 and the
HVR-V1E
has more unique features,
such as tapeless recording, instant status check on
HVR-V1E's
panels and easy attachment
with the HVR-V1E.
Professional Features
The HVR-V1E has a range of advanced professional
features, including:
- A timecode preset
function
- A TC Link to synchronize time
codes between multiple cameras
- Two XLR microphone inputs for
independent sound recording
- A Camera Profile feature to
adjust the camera settings of multiple cameras for multi-camera
operations.
Small size and
Stamina
The HVR-V1E is the same size and weight as the
DSR-PD170 and enjoys eight hours of battery life with the NP-F970.
In addition, it uses mini-size DV cassettes that are capable of up
to 63 minutes of continuous recording in HDV mode using Sony
DigitalMaster tape.
Other features of the HVR-V1E
The additional features of the HVR-V1E include a 3.5" Clear Photo LCD
plus viewing screen, HDMI output, and 1.2M still picture
capture.
Optional accessories for the HVR-V1E / HVR-V1P
In order to expand function of the HVR-V1E, new accessories will be
launched towards the end of the year and throughout the spring.
These include:
·
HVL-LBP - LED
battery video light
·
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VCL-HG0862K -
Wide Conversion Lens exclusive for HVR-V1E
·
Bayonet joint
for easy attachment
·
LCS-G1BP - Soft
Carrying Case
·
Compatible with
HVR-V1E, Z1E, A1E, DSR-PD170
·
Can
store the camcorder without removing the optional
microphone
·
SH-L35WBP - LCD
Hood exclusive for HVR-V1E
·
Can
be attached quickly and easily
Opening up new creative possibilities
The HVR-V1E HVR-V1P are scheduled for
release in November 2006 and is the sister product of the HDR-FX7E,
which is aimed at the consumer market.
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