PXWX500
XDCAM XAVC and HD422 2/3" CCD Shoulder-mount Memory Camcorder (Camera Body Only)| Features | Benefits: |
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| New CCD Imager | The PXW-X500 is equipped with three 2/3-inch type Full HD CCD sensors. Based on the latest on-chip lens structure, this type of CCD offers a high sensitivity of F11 at 60i (F12 at 50i) and improved S/N ratio of 60 dB (with NS on). The camcorder also offers minimum illumination of 0.016 lx (typical) in 1080/59.94i mode +42 dB gain, with 16-frame accumulation. |
| High quality XAVC Intra and XAVC Log GOP recordings | The PXW-X500 supports not only MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps in MXF (Material eXchange Format), which is widely accepted by major broadcasters worldwide, but also XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP codecs. XAVC technology is based on the H.264 standard, which provides an exceptional performance compression technology. XAVC Intra (frame) compression means that every frame is encoded independent of the other frames – providing a better quality picture, without compromises. With a Long GOP codec, only certain frames are encoded individually. This allows the codec to squeeze the video into a much smaller bitrate than Intra technology. The main benefit is faster ingest and editing. XAVC Long GOP files also require less storage space than XAVC Intra files, providing budget savings on recording media. The XAVC codec adopts 10 bit sampling for high definition recording with rich tonal expression. The bit rate of XAVC recording is 111 or 112 Mbps at 1080/59.94i or 50i and 89, or 112 Mbps at 1080/23.98P or 25p. The high bit rate gives a better quality picture. |
| Switchable recordings for greater flexibility | As well as shooting at XAVC HD, MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps and MPEG HD 420 35 Mbps, the camcorder also supports MPEG SStP 422 Lite (HDCAM SR), as well as SD MPEG IMX and DVCAM at 25 Mbps in MXF file format. MPEG HD 422 gives a high quality image with more detailed color reproduction, as well as being ideal for chromakeying. MPEG SStP is offered at 1080 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 23.98p and 25p. High-quality MPEG HD422 50 Mbps is fully compliant with the latest EBU recommendations for long-form broadcast production and is widely accepted in broadcasting stations and production houses. This recording capability makes the PXW-X500 ideal for a wide range of different applications, including newsgathering and documentary production. |
| Open workflows with Avid DNxHD® codec and Apple ProRes 422 codec recording options | Sony understands a fundamental truth:
working cameras require practical workflows that provide open standards.
That's why the PXW-X500 is part of a larger production platform that
includes affordable media cards, affordable card readers and
compatibility with popular NLEs and finishing tools. Recording directly
in the Apple ProRes 422 codec and Avid DNxHD® codec are also available
as hardware options.* The Avid DNxHD® files or Apple ProRes 422 files
are recorded onboard to Sony’s SxS PRO+ memory card format, which was
specially designed to handle mission-critical production applications.
* Apple ProRes 422 codec option PXWK-501 and Avid DNxHD® codec option PXWK-502 are planned to be available in Feb 2015 |
| Slow and Quick Motion function 1 fps to 120 fps at 1080 in XAVC Intra and XAVC Long* and 1 fps to 30 fps in MPEG HD 422 | The PXW-X500 offers a powerful Slow and Quick Motion function as an option that enables users to create elegant fast- and slow-motion footage. The PXW-X500 can capture images at frame rates selectable from 1 fps (frame per second) to 120 fps in 1080p in the XAVC codec. It offers approx. 5x slow motion at 23.98p, 4.5x slow motion at 25p and 4x slow motion at 29.97p. In MPEG HD 422 codec, the camcorder offers as a standard feature the ability to capture from 1 fps to 30 fps in 1080p mode, in increments of 1 fps. (frame rates are selectable up to 30 fps in 1080p mode.) * Slow & Quick Motion function for XAVC is available as option PXWK-503. |
| Dual SxS media slots, “Simul” or “Relay” recording, and independent record control | The PXW-X500 is equipped with two SxS memory card slots. The camcorder is compatible with SxS PRO+ and SxS-1 memory cards, XQD, SDXC and SDHC cards can be also used with an appropriate card adaptor. Two media slots can record in either “Simul” or “Relay” mode. “Simul” mode permits simultaneous recording to two memory cards, while “Relay” mode automatically switches recording from the first to the second memory card when the first is full. The user can set up the two Start/Stop buttons on the PXW-X500, one on the grip and one on the camcorder body, to independently start and stop recording on different memory cards while recording in Simul mode. |
| Wide choice of connections | The camcorder offers numerous connections to suit the broadcast workflow, including 3G HD-SDI, HDMI®, USB, composite output, timecode input/output and genlock input. The 3G-SDI connector is able to output the 1080/59.94P or 50P signal. Down-conversion output from HD to SD is also possible. Simultaneous output from both SDI and HDMI is possible. The Rec Trigger signal can be sent through SDI and HDMI to link an external recording device. |
| GPS functionality | The PXW-X500 is equipped with a GPS device. The GPS data is automatically recorded to the card in the MXF file and as XML in a separate “side car” .log file. |
| Digital Extender | The digital extender function of the PXW-X500 enables images to be digitally increased in size 2x, 3x or 4x without F-stop loss. |
| Viewfinder options | The camcorder allows various functions to be displayed in the viewfinder, including Focus Mag and Waveform / Vectorscope / Histogram. Viewfinder options include the HDVF-20A and HDVF-200 B/W viewfinders or the CBK-VF02 color viewfinder. |
| Camera Section Specifications | Detail: |
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| Built-in Optical Filters | ND Filter (Optical) 1: Clear, 2: 1/4 ND, 3: 1/16ND 4: 1/64 ND CC Filter (Electrical) A: 3200K, B: 4300K, C: 5600K, D: 6300K |
| Horizontal Resolution | more than 1000 TV Lines |
| Imaging Device | 3-chip 2/3 type Full HD CCD, PowerHAD FX |
| Minimum Illumination | 0.016 lux (F1.4, +42dB, 16-frame accumulation) |
| Optical System | F1.4 prism system |
| S/N Ratio | 60 dB (NS On) |
| Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance) | F11 (typical) @ 59.94i F12 (typical) @ 50i |
| General Specifications | Detail: |
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| Battery Operating Time | approx 130 min with BP-L80S |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | approx 6.0 x 10 5/8 x 13 1/8 in (150 x 269 x 332 mm) |
| Mass | approx. 8lbs, 6 oz (3.8 kg) camera body only |
| Operating Temperature | 23°F to 104°F (-5°C to 40°C) |
| Power Consumption | approx. 37W (while XAVC recording with LCD On and CBK-VF02 viewfinder) |
| Recording Format | MPEG4 SStP - MPEG-4 Simple Studio Profile, SR-Lite 422, 220 Mbps - LPCM 24-bits, 48 KHz, 4 channels _ XAVC Intra - CBR 112MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC - LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels XAVC Long : XAVC-L 50 mode - VBR, maximum 50Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC - LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels XAVC Long : XAVC-L 35 mode - VBR, maximum 35Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC - LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels XAVC Long : XAVC-L 25 mode - VBR, maximum 25Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC - LPCM 24-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels MPEG-2 Long HD422 - CBR, 50Mbps, MPEG-2 422@HL - LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels MPEG-2 Long HD420 HQ mode - VBR, maximum 35Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@HL - LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels DVCAM - CBR 25Mbps - LPCM 16-bit, 48kHz, 4 channels |
| Recording Frame Rate | XAVC Intra - 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 25p - 1280x720/59.94p, 50p XAVC Long : XAVC-L 50 mode - 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 25p - 1280x720/59.94p, 50p XAVC Long : XAVC-L 35 mode - 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 25p XAVC Long : XAVC-L 25 mode - 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i MPEG-2 Long HD422 - 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 25p - 1280x720/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 23.98p, 25p MPEG-2 Long HD420 HQ mode - 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 25p - 1440x1080/59.94i, 50i - 1280x720/59.94p, 50p DVCAM - 720x480/59.94i - 720x576/50i |
| Recording/Playback Time | XAVC Intra - approx. 120 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 60 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 30 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) XAVC Long : XAVC-L 50 mode - approx. 240 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 120 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 60 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) XAVC Long : XAVC-L 35 mode - approx. 340 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 170 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 85 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) XAVC Long : XAVC-L 25 mode - approx. 440 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 220 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 110 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) MPEG-2 Long HD422 - approx. 240 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 120 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 60 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) MPEG-2 Long HD420 HQ mode - approx. 360 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 180 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 90 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) MPEG4 SStP - approx 82 min with 128 GB SxS card @ 23.98p - approx 79 min with 128 GB SxS card @ 50i/25p - approx 65 min with 128 GB SxS card @ 59.94i/29.97p DVCAM - approx. 440 min with SBP-128B(128GB) - approx. 220 min with SBP-64B/SBS-64G1A(64GB) - approx. 110 min with SBP-32G1A(32GB) |
| Storage Temperature | -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C) |
| Inputs/Outputs Specifications | Detail: |
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| Audio Input | 3G / HD / SD-SDI Pool Feed Input |
| Audio Output | XLR 5-pin x1 |
| Composite Output | BNC x1 |
| DC Output | 4-pin, 11 to 17 V DC, 1.8 A |
| Genlock Input | BNC x1 |
| HDMI Output | HDMI (Type A) x1 |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Stereo mini jack x1 |
| Lens Remote | 12-pin x1 |
| MIC | XLR-type, 5-pin, female: -70 to -30 dBu |
| Remote | 8-pin x1 |
| SDI Output | BNC x2 |
| Timecode Input | BNC x1 |
| Timecode Output | BNC x1 |
| USB | USB 2.0 ( type B), USB 3.0 (type A) |
| VF | 20-pin HDVF type and 26-pin for CBK-VF02 |
| Wireless Receiver IN | Slot for receiver |
