Used AJA CION 4K/UHD and 2K/HD Production Camera, PL Mount

SKU: US1565464

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AJA CION Specifications

  • User Interface

    6x Dedicated Menu Buttons (STATUS, CONFIG, MEDIA, FPS, EI and WB)
    4x Transport Buttons (Play, Fast Forward, Reverse Playback, Stop)
    1x Media Unmount Button
    1x Record Button
    1x User Interface Control Knob
    1x User Interface Screen, 320x240 LCD

  • Sensor Type

    CMOS, Electronic global shutter, 12 stops of dynamic range

  • Sensor Size

    4K APS-C sized, 22.5mm x 11.9mm

  • Lens Mount

    PL (positive lock)

  • Filtration

    Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF) and IR Cut Filter (combined)

  • Removable Storage

    AJA Pak media

  • Video Output

    4x 3G-SDI Main Outputs (4x BNC connectors, 3G/1.485Gbps)
    2x 3G-SDI Monitor Outputs (1x front mounted BNC connector, 1x rear mounted BNC connector, 3G/1.485Gbps)
    2x HDMI Outputs (1x front mounted HDMI v1.3 Type A connector, 1x rear mounted HDMI v1.4 Type A connector)

  • Audio Input

    2x Balanced Analog Audio Inputs (2x 3-pin XLR connectors with dedicated line/mic/48v selection switch per input)

  • Audio Output

    1x Headphone Jack (3.5mm stereo mini TRS)

  • Reference Input

    1x Reference Input (BNC connector, analog color black)

  • Timecode

    1x LTC (BNC connector, 0.5 to 4.5Vpp)

  • Start/Stop Trigger

    2x LANC (1x 2.5mm top connector and 1x 2.5mm side connector)

  • Network Interface

    1x LAN connector (RJ45 connector, 10/100/1000)

  • Data Output

    AJA Raw via 3G-SDI up to 120 fps or Thunderbolt up to 30 fps

  • Weight

    6.4 lbs / 2.9 kg (without top handle attached)
    7.4 lbs / 3.4 kg (with top handle attached)

  • Power

    AC Range: 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz (AC adapter)
    DC Range: 12-18Vdc, 5A maximum (4-pin XLR connector or 2-pin input connector)
    Consumption: 38-42W typical, 45-47W maximum (Note: does not include power draw from 2-pin output connector)
    Output: 2-pin power output connector, 10W recommended maximum

  • Temperature Range

    Safe Operating Temperature Range: 5C to 40C Safe Storage Temperature Range (power OFF): -20C to 60C

  • 4K Format, Frames, Encoding, Output

    4K (4096x2160) progressive 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60/119.88/120
    Apple ProRes 4444 or Apple ProRes 422 (all versions) up to/including 30 fps
    Apple ProRes 422 (or a lower data rate ProRes version) for 50/59.94/60 fps
    SDI output support for 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps (SDI 1-4 YCbCr, SDI 1-4 RGB or SDI 1 Raw)
    SDI output support for 50/59.94/60 fps (SDI 1-4 YCbCr or SDI 1-2 Raw)
    SDI output support for 119.88/120 fps (SDI 1-4 Raw)

  • UltraHD Format, Frames, Encoding, Output

    Ultra HD (3840x2160) progressive 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60/119.88/120
    Apple ProRes 4444 or Apple ProRes 422 (all versions) up to/including 30 fps
    Apple ProRes 422 (or a lower data rate ProRes version) for 50/59.94/60 fps
    SDI output support for 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps (SDI 1-4 YCbCr, SDI 1-4 RGB or SDI 1 Raw)
    SDI output support for 50/59.94/60 fps (SDI 1-4 YCbCr or SDI 1-2 RAW)
    SDI output support for 119.88/120 fps (SDI 1-4 Raw)

  • 2K Format, Frames, Encoding, Output

    2K (2048x1080) progressive 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
    Apple ProRes 4444 or Apple ProRes 422 (all versions) up to/including 30 fps
    Apple ProRes 422 (all versions) for 50/59.94/60 fps
    SDI output support for 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps (SDI 1 YCbCr, SDI 1-2 RGB, or SDI 1 RGB)
    SDI output support for 50/59.94/60 fps (SDI 1-2 YCbCr or SDI 1 YCbCr)

  • 1080 HD Format, Frames, Encoding, Output

    1080 HD (1920x1080) progressive 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
    Apple ProRes 4444 or Apple ProRes 422 (all versions) up to/including 30 fps
    Apple ProRes 422 (all versions) for 50/59.94/60 fps
    SDI output support for 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps (SDI 1 YCbCr, SDI 1-2 RGB, or SDI 1 RGB)
    SDI output support for 50/59.94/60 fps (SDI 1-2 YCbCr or SDI 1 YCbCr)

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About AJA CION 4K/UHD and 2K/HD Production Camera - PL Mount SKU#1565464

The AJA CION 4K/UHD/2K/HD Professional Camera features an ergonomic design and is capable of shooting at 4K/UltraHD and 2K/HD resolutions. AJA pioneered lens-to-post Apple ProRes workflows with the introduction of the Ki Pro product line in 2009; CION builds on this achievement by offering in-camera recording directly to the Apple ProRes family of codecs - including 12-bit 444 - for pristine image capture. ProRes codecs are well established in many post-production environments and offer wide compatibility with editing, color correction and finishing applications. CION enables today's growing demand for high frame rate support and offers the ability to output 4K raw data at up to 120 fps via 4x 3G-SDI outputs. CION can record directly to AJA Pak SSD media at up to 60 frames per second.

CION embraces a familiar and tested camera form and ergonomic layout. It includes a built-in shoulder mount and standard connectors in logical positions. CION features a PL lens mount for compatibility with industry-standard lenses. When recording in HD or 2K, the image is oversampled from the full 4K sensor, retaining focal length as well as providing a vibrant and detailed image. A built-in filter combines an optical low pass filter (OLPF) to eliminate unwanted aliasing and moire with an infrared (IR) cut filter to produce appropriate colors. Additionally, a back focus adjustment means the sharpest image possible can be produced. Also included are several 3G-SDI and HDMI outputs, which are all simultaneously active and supply signal to a variety of 4K/Ultra HD and 2K/HD monitors. A power output connector is conveniently placed at the front of the unit to make electronic viewfinders easy to use. Professional audio inputs round out an unmatched amount of connectivity.

CION features an uncomplicated user interface that can be easily managed from the operator-side. The camera's menu parameters are also remotely configurable via a web interface and can be accessed through any web browser via a LAN connection. CION's sleek chassis is formed of magnesium, which is lightweight yet extremely strong. Integrated steel rosettes allow for mounting of industry-standard accessories such as handgrips and handle extensions directly to the camera body. The open approach to design also includes integrated cheese plates with standard tapped holes. These cheese plates are fitted to both the top and the bottom of the chassis to provide easy mounting of accessories from both AJA and third parties.

AJA CION 4K/UHD and 2K/HD Production Camera - PL Mount SKU#1565464 Features

  • Sensor: 4K APS-C sized CMOS sensor with an electronic global shutter. 12-stops of dynamic range.
  • Recording Formats and Resolutions: Apple ProRes 4444, Apple ProRes 422 (HQ), Apple ProRes 422, ProRes 422 (LT) and Apple ProRes (Proxy); 4K (4096x2160), Ultra HD (3840x2160), 2K (2048x1080), HD (1920x1080). 2K and HD are hardware scaled from the full 4K sensor for high-quality over-sampled images and retention of field-of-view.
  • Media: Record to AJA Pak SSD media available in 256GB and 512GB capacities. Transfer via Thunderbolt or USB3 with optional AJA Pak Dock; Complete 10-bit and 12-bit workflow from HD to 4K.
  • Raw Support: Output AJA Raw via 3G-SDI at up to 4K 120 fps or via Thunderbolt at up to 4K 30 fps.
  • Lens Mount: Industry standard PL mount
  • Connectors: 4x 3G-SDI/HD-SDI outputs (4K/Ultra HD/2K/HD) - 2x 3G/HD-SDI monitor outputs with overlay support 1x HDMI output - HDMI output offering support for 4K and Ultra HD or scaled 2K/HD - HDMI output for 2K/HD - mic/line/48v XLR analog audio inputs - LANC control ports - LTC input connector
  • More Connectors: Reference connector - USB connector - 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN connection -Mini TRS headphone jack - 4-pin XLR power connector - input power connector for attaching third-party battery plates - output power connector Thunderbolt connector
  • Optical Low Pass Filter and IR cut filter: An integrated OLPF (Optical Low Pass Filter) reduces unwanted moire effects while still retaining vital image detail.The infrared (IR) cut filter produces high quality colors within the image by blocking unwanted light wavelengths.
  • Back Focus Adjustment: The mechanical calibration? of the distance between lens and sensor allows finely tuned adjustments to ensure ?the sharpest image qualitypossible.
  • Industrial design: Lightweight magnesium chassis, built-in confidence monitor, standard playback controls and connectors placed to optimize functionality. Integrated "cheese plates" fitted to both the top and the bottom of the chassis provide easy mounting of accessories.
  • User interface: Via operator side panel display, control knob and buttons or viaLAN connection using a web-browser; no software installation required.

What's in the box:

  • AJA CION Production Camera
  • Handle Grip
  • Handle Mount
  • 4x Handle Screws
  • LANC Collar
  • Standard Rear Door Plate
  • Alternate Rear Door Plate
  • Battery Adapter Plate
  • AC Power Supply
  • Firmware V1.3.0.20
  • Original Box
  • Item Note: Missing LANC Cable