Used Panasonic AW-HE870 2/3" 3-CCD HD/SD Convertible Camera

Panasonic AW-HE870 2/3" 3-CCD HD/SD Convertible Camera
When your production requires a flexible, HD/SD camera that can deliver the highest quality images, the Panasonic AW-HE870 Convertible Camera is designed to deliver exceptional HD quality images with the ability to down convert into an SD format. Equipped with a ?-inch type 3 CCD sensor, the AW-HE870 offers a cost-effective solution that is ideal for mixed HD/SD applications.

Key Features

• Captures 1080 at 59.94i, 720 at 59.94p and 480i at 59.94i
• 2/3" 3-CCD imager with spatial offset technology for crisp, high-resolution picture
• 38-bit digital signal processor (DSP) and 14-bit A/D converter provide clear, sharp images
• 12-axis matrix provides you with the freedom of production
• Exceptionally high sensitivity allows shooting in low lighting (F10 at 2,000 Lux)
• Shutter speeds ranging from 1/100 to 1/10000 second
• Syncro-Scan (61.19 Hz to 1466 Hz) feature that eliminates flicker when shooting a television or computer monitor
• Interfaces include switchable HD/SD component output and full-time SD composite and Y/C outputs, remote control, iris and genlock
• Built-in down converter and HD/SD switchable
• Provides HD component and SD composite output simultaneously
• Slot to add option card to expand capabilities for a wide range of applications
• Optional AW-HHD870 output card adds two distributed SDI outputs (HD/SD switchable) and a Zoom/Focus control port for added flexibility
• Compact size: 3-5/16" x 4-1/8" x 7-9/16" (WxHxD)
• Low power consumption: 18 watts (at 12 V DC)
• Very lightweight: 2.6

Whether you're shooting for reality-television, in-studio newscasts, scientific image analysis, or sports coverage, the AW-HE870 combines its 3 high-performance 2/3" CCDs with its versatile HD/SD functionality to provide operators and rental houses the right tool for those looking for an upgrade path to full-HD shoots.

From the Manufacturer

The Panasonic AW-HE870 2/3" 3-CCD HD/SD Convertible Camera comes equipped with HD-compatible, 2/3 type 3CCD that produces exceptional HD image quality. Its built-in down converter is ideal for use with mixed HD/SD systems and is compatible with 1080i/720p/576i formats. This makes the HE870 a flexible, cost effective choice for rental and other mixed HD/SD applications. In addition, it is equipped with a 2/3 type 3CCD that delivers superb HD image quality. Employing an advanced single-channel transfer system and spatial-offset processing unique to Panasonic, it offers exceptional resolution and reduced moire.

Combining versatile HD/SD functionality, high video quality and cost effectiveness, the HE870 is ideal for use in education, government, houses of worship, corporate boardrooms, staging and much more. Compatible with Panasonic's comprehensive line of high-performance indoor/outdoor pan-tilt systems, the compact HE870 offers a simple upgrade path to HD. Previously installed control systems may require a firmware upgrade to access all of the new camera's features.