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Accidents happen. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failures, and more.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for international or U.S. territories purchases. Plans on open box items do not cover pre-existing damage.
Adorama Protect plans are available for ABS clients. If you have any questions or require assistanse, please call 800-223-2500
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Sony 1/2.8" CMOS - ULTRA HD
f=3.3-9.9mm
Optical 3x, Digital 3x
2160p @ 30/29.97/25fps, 1080p @ 30/29.97/25fps, 720p @ 30fps
81.4 Degree (W)-31.3 Degree (T)
50.5 Degree (W)-18.2 Degree (T)
92 Degree (W)-35.8 Degree (T)
F2 (W)-F3.7 (T)
TOF, Auto, Manual
Auto, Shutter Priority, Manual, Bright
Yes
2D and 3D Noise Reduction
50dB
8.29MP
255 presets
HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.0, Network (inbuilt WiFi 6, Optional PoE 802.3af via dongle - sold separately)
H.264/h.265 up to 62mbps, adjustable
Wi-Fi6 IEEE 802.11ax
NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTSP, RTMP, SRT
Network, USB TYPE-C(UVC1.0)
VISCA IP, NDI, UVC
TF Card (Micro SD)
Required, included
Lithium ion
Non-universal
1
Black
USB Type-C 5V, POE IEEE 802.3af, Optional via dongle - sold separately)
2.4A (Min) 5V
5W (mean power consumption)
32 - 104 Degree F (-0 - +40 Degree C)
10% - 95%
2.2 x 2.2 x 4.72" (56 x 56 x 120mm)
Approx. 11.8 oz (335g)
9354873001239
Models | SKU: BDMKLB MFR: BDMKLB $495.00 Temporarily On Backorder Although this item is temporarily on Backorder, you can order it now and it will ship as soon as it arrives. Your card will only be charged once item is shipped. | $1,295.00 In Stock 2 Styles Available Generally ships in 7-14 days, subject to availability | $895.00 In Stock 2 Styles Available Generally ships in 7-14 days, subject to availability |
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Special Features | Network/IP | 3.5mm Mic Input, Network/IP | NDI Technology, Networkable |
Resolution | 4K 30p | 4K 60p | 4K UHD (3840x2160) |
Kit Style | - | - | Base |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS |
Optical Zoom | - | - | 12x |
Sensor Size | 1/2.8 | 1/2.8 | 1/2.8" |
Recording Media | microSD | I/O Connections | - |
Included Lens | 3x Zoom | 12x Zoom | - |
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