Sony PXW-X160 Full HD XDCAM Handheld Camcorder, G Lens with 25x Optical Zoom, MPEG HD 422, AVCHD & DV

Ideal for professional broadcast, documentary or live event video applications, the PXW-X160 XDCAM HD422 camcorder offers a 25x HD zoom lens, three 1/3"-type Exmor CMOS sensors for high resolution, low noise and wide dynamic range and a variable Neutral Density filter which provides more flexibility in density control and a broader range of shooting techniques The camcorder has a new type of Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe where compatible accessories attached to the MI shoe can be controlled from the PXW-X160.

The new HVL-LBPC video LED light can be attached which enables controlling the light ON and OFF syncing with recording START and STOP. Also, if an optional UWP-D wireless microphone receiver is connected with use of the adapter, power supply and cable-free audio signal input are possible, minimizing the need for extra batteries and removing the need for additional cabling.

• Three 1/3"-type Full HD Exmor CMOS sensors
• Sony G Lens with 25x Optical Zoom.
• Variable dual ND filter control mechanism
• High quality XAVC Intra and XAVC Log GOP recordings
• 59.94p / 50p recording at Full HD 1920 x 180
• Switchable recordings for MPEG-2 HD422, AVCHD and DVCAM
• Dual SXS media slot for simultaneous recording, relay recording and independent recording control.
• Multi Interface Hot-Shoe (MI Shoe) for flexible connection
• OLED color viewfinder
• 3G HD-SDI and HDMI supports up to 60p full HD uncompressed signal
• Remote control (partially compatible with LANC)

Three 1/3-inch type Exmor CMOS Full HD sensors
High resolution, high sensitivity, low noise, and wide dynamic range for enhanced shooting under severe lighting conditions and more creative freedom.

G Series fixed 25x professional HD zoom lens

26mm wide angle zoom with three independent rings with end-stop and large focal length.

High quality XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP recordings on SXS memory cards
Supports XAVC Intra and Long GOP codecs, as well as MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps, the widely-accepted broadcast standard compliant with the latest EBU recommendations. The PXW-X160 also records in MPEG HD 420 35 Mbps, AVCHD and DV, offering flexibility and budget savings on recording media.

Dual ND filter control mechanism for more flexibility
The PXW-X160 is equipped with a variable ND Filter function. Users can chose either four conventional mechanical ND filter positions or the linear control dial, allowing you to quickly and smoothly adapt to different conditions of shooting.