Sony HVR-Z5U HDV High Definition Handheld Professional Camcorder - with - Deluxe - Bundle

Sony HVR-Z5U Features

• Sony's Exclusive High-performance "G Lens": Discover the exceptional optical performance of Sony's "G Lens". This sophisticated lens incorporates Sony's unique optical technology and unparalleled quality control
• The 29.5mm wide-angle "G Lens" (equivalent to 35mm film) on the HVR-Z5U offers a field of view that's ideal for many shooting situations, ranging from broad landscape shots to conditions where sufficient distance from the subject is difficult to obtain
• Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements reduce chromatic aberrations caused by differences in light refraction to minimize color fringing
• Advanced optical lens technology makes the most of Sony's 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system to realize sharp images with higher resolution and less noise compared to the HVR-Z1U even when shooting in very low light
• The six-blade iris diaphragm is nearly circular, enabling the creation of extremely beautiful background blur
• Natural-touch Lens Operation: Newly designed focus, zoom and iris control functions provide convenient lens operation. The zoom function is variable and can be controlled using the lens barrel ring, the lever at the lens grip, or the lever on the camera handle
• An Ideal Handheld Camcorder Design: Sony has responded to professional user feedback to create the ideal handheld camcorder with ergonomically designed body-weight balance and a well-planned layout of buttons and connectors to reduce stress on camera operator
• Two Screw Holes for Secure Connection: To provide a more secure connection between the camcorder and tripod plate or other accessories, two screw holes have been incorporated into the base plate of the camcorder
• 1/3 Inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor System: The 1/3 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system has 45-degree rotated pixels on each chip in order to increase the signal density, while each pixel maintains sufficient surface area
• Enhanced Functionality with the Technology of Exmor: The new HVR-Z5U boasts cutting-edge features such as the Exmor technology which utilizes the full potential of the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system
• Expanding the HDV Format as a Global Standard: The HDV 1080i specification uses one of the "MPEG2 Long GOP" compression profiles. This highly efficient and robust "MPEG2 Long GOP" codec - which is also used in Sony's XDCAM HD and XDCAM EX series - enables users to record stunning-quality HD video
• Switchable Recording and Playback - HDV1080i/DVCAMTM/DV: The HVR-Z5U can switch between HDV 1080i, DVCAM and standard DV recording, providing the ultimate flexibility to suit your production needs
• Built-in Down-converter for SD Production: The HVR-Z5U can convert material from 1080i down to 480i and output the video signals through its i.LINK interface and other SD output connectors
• 24p/30p HDV Native Progressive Recording Mode: The camcorder features 24p/30p native progressive recording mode. The 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system and EIP create true 1080p images, which can then be recorded as progressive signals by the HVR-Z5U in HDV format
• 24p/30p Progressive Scan Mode: In these modes, the 1080p image captured by the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system is also recorded as an interlaced signal by dividing each frame into two fields
• Ready for HYBRID Solution with HVR-MRC1K: The camcorder is ready for HDV/DV HYBRID operation with the optional HVR-MRC1K Memory Recording Unit. In HYBRID operation, you can simultaneously record video footage to tape and to a standard CompactFlash card
• XtraFine LCD Panel: A 3.2 inch-type XtraFine LCD is located on the camcorder in the same position as on the HVRZ1U. It has approximately 921,000 pixels (1920x480) which is 4x greater than the LCD of the HVR-Z1U and this higher resolution allows for easier focus adjustment
• XtraFine EVF: The 0.45 inch-type XtraFine EVF (Electronic View Finder) has approximately 1,227,000 pixels (852x3 [RGB]x480)
• InfoLITHIUM L Series Battery Compatibility: The HVR-Z5U uses the same batteries as the HVR-Z7U, HVR-Z1U, HVR-V1U and DSR-PD170, so you can use your existing chargers and batteries
• HDMI Output Connector: Uncompressed digital HD video and audio signals are output from the HDMI connector. You can see stunning HD images on an HDMI-compatible monitor display
• Two Accessory Shoe Connectors: The camcorder features two accessory shoe connectors. One is a cold shoe on the top of the microphone unit at the front and the other is a screw-hole type shoe located on the handle
• Versatile Audio Input Selection: The camcorder features versatile audio input selection with a newly designed high-quality built-in stereo microphone, as well as two XLR audio input channels for professional microphones or connecting to an external-line audio source
• One-touch Clip-type Microphone Holder: A one-touch clip-type microphone holder makes it easy to attach and remove the microphone for quick storage
• Smooth WB (White Balance): The Smooth WB feature is a smooth transition white balance system that avoids unnaturally sudden color temperature changes between preset white balance settings
• Picture Profile Function: Up to six different picture-quality settings, including gamma and color settings, can be registered in the memory as Picture Profile