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What kind of sensor does the HDC-3100 Full HD 2/3'' CMOS Broadcast Camera have?

The HDC-3100 camera features the world's first 2/3-inch CMOS sensor with global shutter technology. This eliminates the 'jello effect' and banding noise, allowing for pristine, low-noise images.

What kind of lens does this camera kit include?

The camera kit includes a Fujinon XA20SX8.5BRM-K3 8.5-170mm f/1.8-2.7 HD Professional Lens. This ENG telephoto lens is designed for 2/3'' cameras and features a 20x zoom.

What is the function of the HDVF-L750 7'' LCD HD Viewfinder?

The HDVF-L750 7'' LCD HD Viewfinder offers a Full HD 1920 x 1080 7-inch LCD panel, ideal for 4K live production. It features a high contrast ratio and WFM (waveform monitor) function for precise exposure control. The viewfinder also has a 3G-SDI input connector for viewing external sources and two assignable switches on the bezel for custom setups.

Does the HDC-3100 camera support HDR imaging?

Yes, the HDC-3100 camera supports High Dynamic Range (HDR) imaging. This makes it suitable for simultaneous HDR/SDR production.

What are the connectivity options for the HDC-3100 camera?

The HDC-3100 camera offers optical fiber transmission as standard, ensuring seamless connectivity with HDCU-3100/HDCU-2000 series Camera Control Units. It also has an optional HDCE-TX30 IP camera extension adapter for direct ST 2110 signal output.

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Sony HDC-3100 Specifications

HDC-3100 Camera: General

HDC-3100 Camera: General

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  • Power requirements

    AC 240 V, 1.05 A (Max.), DC 240 V, 1.05 A (Max.)

  • Temperature

    Operating: -4 to 113 Degree F (-20 to 45 Degree C)
    Storage: -4 to 140 Degree F (-20 to 60 Degree C)

HDC-3100 Camera: Imager

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  • Imager

    2/3" type CMOS sensor with global shutter

  • Method

    3-CMOS, RGB

HDC-3100 Camera: Electrical

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  • Sensitivity

    F12 with 1080/ 59.94i
    F13 with 1080/ 50i
    (At 2,000 lx with 89.9% reflectance)

  • Signal-to-noise ratio

    -62 dB

  • Geometric distortion

    Negligible (Not including lens distortion)

HDC-3100 Camera: Optical system

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  • Spectrum system

    F1.4 prism

  • Built-in filters

    1: CLEAR, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND

HDC-3100 Camera: Input/output connectors

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  • CCU

    1x Electro-optical connector (LEMO 3K.93C connector)

  • Lens

    1x 12-pin

  • VF

    1x 20-pin

  • MIC 1 IN

    1x XLR 3-pin, female

  • Audio IN CH1, CH2

    XLR 3-pin, female (1x each)
    AUDIO switch for MIC: -60 dBu (Can be selected up to -20 dBu in the menu), balanced
    AUDIO switch for LINE: 0 dBu, balanced

  • Method

    3-CMOS, RGB

  • INTERCOM 1, INTERCOM 2

    1x XLR 5-pin, female

  • Earphone

    1x 4-pole mini jack, (2-pole mono, 3-pole stereo, 4-pole CTIA standard, 4-pole OMTP standard)

  • DC IN

    1x XLR 4-pin, DC 10.5 to 17 V

  • DC OUT

    1x 4-pin, DC 10.5 to 17 V, max. 0.5 A, 2-pin (x1), DC 10.5 to 17 V, Max. 2.5 A

  • SDI 1

    1x BNC

  • SDI 2

    No

  • SDI MONI

    1x BNC

  • Test OUT

    1x BNC

  • PROMPTER/GENLOCK

    1x BNC
    PROMPTER 1 Vp-p, 75 Ohm
    GENLOCK HD: SMPTE ST274, tri-level sync, 0.6 Vp-p, 75 Ohm, SD: Black burst (NTSC: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ohm/PAL: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ohm)

  • PROMPTER2

    No

  • RET CTRL

    1x 6-pin

  • Remote

    1x 8-pin

  • Tracker

    1x 12-pin

  • Crane

    No

  • USB

    1x USB 2.0 Type A 4-pin (For connecting USB drive)

HDC-3100 Camera: Physical

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  • Weight

    10.6 lbs (4.8kg)

Fujinon 8.5-170mm f/1.8-2.7 Lens

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  • Focal Length

    8.5 to 170mm

  • Optical Zoom Ratio

    20x

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/1.8 to 2.7

  • Minimum Focus Distance

    35.4" (90cm)

  • Filter Size

    82 mm

  • Control Rings

    Focus
    Zoom
    Iris

  • Lens Drive Rings

    0.8

  • Focus Control

    Autofocus
    Manual Focus

HDVF-L750 7" LCD HD Viewfinder

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  • High contrast ratio

    1000:1

  • Power supply

    10.5 V to 17.0 V DC

  • Power consumption

    13W

  • Operating temperature

    32 Degree F to 113 Degree F (0 Degree C to 45 Degree C)

  • Storage temperature

    -4 Degree F to +140 Degree F (-20 Degree C to +60 Degree C)

  • Display size

    7" (17.78cm) color TFT transmissive LCD

  • Display area

    6.12 x 3.44" (155.5 x 87.5mm) (H/V, 16:9 aspect ratio)

  • Brightness

    300 cd/sq. m (typical)

  • Resolution

    1920 x 1080

  • Color temperature

    D65

  • Supported formats

    1080/59.94P: 59.94
    1080/50P: 50
    1080/29.97P: 29.97
    1080/25P: 25
    1080/24P: 24
    1080/23.98P: 23.98
    1080/59.94i: 29.97
    1080/50i: 25
    1080/29.97PsF: 29.97
    1080/25PsF: 25
    1080/24PsF: 24
    1080/23.98PsF: 23.98
    720/59.94P: 59.94
    720/50P: 50 (during HD-SDI connection)

  • Input connectors

    CAM: 20-pin round type
    CAM: 26-pin rectangular type
    SDI IN: BNC type
    DC IN: 4-pin, 10.5 V to 17.0 V DC

  • Dimensions (W x H x L)

    External: 5.78 x 8.34 x 11.61" (147 x 212 x 295mm)

  • Weight

    3.74 lbs (1.7kg) (Without Hood)

About Sony HDC-3100

Explore the world of high-definition broadcasting with the HDC-3100 Full HD 2/3" CMOS Broadcast Camera Kit. This professional-grade kit includes a Fujinon 8.5-170mm Lens, an HDVF-L750 7" LCD HD Viewfinder, and a 60p license, offering you a complete solution for capturing and transmitting high-quality video content.

The HDC-3100 system camera is a game-changer in the realm of live production, offering unparalleled creative flexibility and portability. It features the world's first 2/3-inch CMOS sensor with global shutter technology, eliminating the "jello effect" and banding noise for pristine, low-noise images. With excellent sensitivity ratings (F12 at 1080/59.94p or F13 at 1080/50p), this camera ensures superior image quality in all lighting conditions.

The HDC-3100 camera supports a wide range of formats, including 4K/HD, and can output 3G-SDI signals up to 1080/50p. It also offers optical fiber transmission as standard, ensuring seamless connectivity with HDCU-3100/HDCU-2000 series Camera Control Units.

This camera kit is designed to enhance your creative possibilities. It features low-key saturation for rich, vibrant colors in low-light areas, and powerful gamma functions for absolute control over tonal values, contrast, and detail. It also supports High Dynamic Range (HDR) imaging, making it suitable for simultaneous HDR/SDR production.

The HDC-3100 camera's magnesium alloy body offers exceptional lightness and strength, ensuring stable handling and easy adjustability. It's also equipped with an optional HDCE-TX30 IP camera extension adapter for direct ST 2110 signal output, simplifying connection to an IP-based remote production system.

The included Fujinon XA20SX8.5BRM-K3 8.5-170mm f/1.8-2.7 HD Professional Lens is an ENG telephoto lens designed for 2/3" cameras. It features a 20x zoom and advanced glass properties to reduce color fringes, ensuring high-quality optical transmission for all your video productions.

Finally, the HDVF-L750 7" LCD HD Viewfinder offers a Full HD 1920 x 1080 7-inch LCD panel, ideal for 4K live production. It features a high contrast ratio and WFM (waveform monitor) function for precise exposure control. The viewfinder also has a 3G-SDI input connector for viewing external sources and two assignable switches on the bezel for custom setups.

In summary, the HDC-3100 Full HD 2/3" CMOS Broadcast Camera Kit is a comprehensive solution for professional broadcasters and videographers seeking advanced, high-quality equipment for their production needs.

Sony HDC-3100 Features

  • HDC-3100 System Camera Features
  • CMOS 2/3" Sensor
  • 4K Video Resolution
  • Camera Type: Broadcast
  • Form Factor: Shoulder Mount
  • Servo controlled ND filter
  • Fujinon 8.5-170mm f/1.8-2.7 HD Professional Lens Features
  • ENG telephoto lens designed for 2/3" cameras
  • 20x zoom
  • Focal length of 8.5-170 mm
  • Relative aperture ranging from 1:1.8 between 8.5 mm and 113 mm and 1:2.7 at 170 mm
  • Fast, quiet and precise servo zoom and focus
  • Advanced glass properties - reduces the effect of color fringes that occurs due to the failure of a lens to focus all colors to the same convergence point
  • EBC optical coating ensures high-quality optical transmission
  • Equipped with Fujinon's Inner Focus technology
  • Ideal for use in weddings, houses of worship and corporate offices
  • HDVF-L750 7" LCD HD Viewfinder Features
  • Focus Assist function
  • Pan/Tilt mechanism similar to HDVF-C550W
  • WFM (waveform) function

Key Features

  • Supports a wide range of formats, including 4K/HD, and can output 3G-SDI signals up to 1080/50p
  • Offers powerful gamma functions for absolute control over tonal values, contrast, and detail
  • Includes an ENG telephoto lens with 20x zoom and advanced glass properties to reduce color fringes
  • 7" LCD HD Viewfinder with a high contrast ratio and WFM function for precise exposure control

What's in the box:

  • Sony HDC-3100 Full HD 2/3" CMOS System Camera
  • HDVF-L750 7" LCD HD Viewfinder
  • Fujinon 8.5-170mm f/1.8-2.7 HD Professional Lens (XA20SX8.5BRM-K3)
  • 60p Video Resolution License
  • Operating Instructions (CD-ROM)
  • Cable Clamp Belt
  • 2x Screws (+B3x8)
  • Attached Label
  • Camera Number Label
  • Sony 2 Year Limited Warranty