Adorama is now accepting pre-orders for the Sony PXW-FS7 and Sony PXW-X200. Orders will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Credit cards will not be charged until orders are shipped.
Sony PXW-X200 Pro Camcorder
Sony today released its latest XDCAM solid-state memory camcorder, the Sony PXW-X200. Built around an improved 1/2-inch type Exmore 3COMOS sensor, the camera boasts a 17x optical zoom lens and XAVC Intra/Long GOP recording with 4:2:2 10-bit sampling. It is the successor to the Sony PMW-200 and has MPEG HD422 (50Mbps) recording capability.
Sony says the camera will produce high-quality Full HD resolution video without pixel interpolation. It offers high sensitivity and low noise with a wide dynamic range and is optimized for professionals shooting under challenging lighting conditions. It is designed for news-gathering, documentaries, events, weddings, education, corporate production and other applications. Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC functions allow for live streaming audio and video. There are two SxS media card slots for simultaneous recording, a Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe, and GPS via a firmware update planned to be released next year.
Sony PXW-X200 Key features:
- Full HD resolution without Pixel interpolation
- S/N ratio of 58dB
- High sensitivity of F12 at 1080/59.94i and F13 at 1080/50i
- 17x zoom lens with 29.3-499mm range (35mm equivalent)
- Wireless streaming and file transfer functions via IFU-WLM3 Wireless Module
- Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe for connecting accessories like the optional HVL-LBPC video light or UWP-D series wireless microphone system without XLR cables and battery pack
- GPS data recording as Metadata
- 3G-SDI Interface for 1080/59.94P, 50P output
- Slow & Quick Motion function (available for XAVC Intra, XAVC Long GOP, MPEG HD422 & MPEG HD420)
- Picture Profile function (Gamma, Matrix, etc)
- Genlock In, Time Code In/Out for multi-camera shooting
- Focus Assist functions (Color Peaking, MF Assist, One-push AF, Focus Magnification)
- 3.5-type QHD (RGB 960×540) LCD Panel
- Remote control and monitoring via Tablet or Smart Phone
A wireless wonder
The X200 is packed with wireless functions, including one-touch NFC capability. By attaching the supplied IFU-WLM3 wireless module, Remote Control and Monitoring functions can be performed from a tablet or smartphone using the Content Browser Mobile application. By connecting with internet routers, proxy or high-resolution files can be transferred to a cloud server to begin the editing process even while the location shoot is still in progress.
A live streaming function will be made available through a future firmware upgrade, and the addition of an LTE USB module (sold separately) will enable live video and audio to be remotely streamed, watched, and recorded.
The Sony PXW-X200 is expected at Adorama in November for $7,790. It can be pre-ordered now.
Sony PXW-FS7 Compact Pro 4K Camcorder
Sony also announced the Sony PXW-FS7, a pro-level compact 4K Camcorder with a Super 35m CMOS sensor, the ability to record long form, and native E-mount technology. The camcorder records using the XAVC-L codec, and records onto XQD memory cards. It is designed for “cine?ma ve?rite?”-style documentaries and reality TV to magazine shows, commercial and corporate applications.
In this video, Michael Artsis interviews Sony about this new camera.
The camera accepts Sony’s growing line of E-mount lenses, including those designed for 35mm still photography. An optional LA EA4 A-mount adapter brings compatibility to A-mount (and older Minolta) SLR lenses. The FS7 features a 11.6 million pixel Super35 Exmor CMOS sensor, and is compatible with Sony’s new XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP formats. Each supports 10-bit 4:2:2 recording. Slow motion up to 60fps is possible in UHD resolution (3840×2160) and full High Definition (1920×1080 with 60/50 progressive frames is possible. In early 2015, a firmware upgrade will enable native HD recording in Apple ProRes HQ 422 codec via an optional extension unit.
Sony PXW-FS7 Key Features:
- Sony’s Super 35 Exmor CMOS Sensor
- Native E-Mount; Compatible with A-Mount lenses (LA-EA4 A-mount lens
- adaptor required), 18 mm flange back distance
- On-board UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) and Full HD (1920 x 1080) recording
- Wide choice of recording systems
- XAVC (Intra/Long GOP)
- MPEG HD, 4:2:2, 50 Mbps (HD only)
- Apple ProRes codec (with future upgrade and extension unit, sold
- separately)
- RAW recording (with extension unit and outboard recorder, sold
- separately)
- Slow & Quick Motion for over-and under-cranking
- Dual XQD card slots
- 16-bit analog-to-digital converter
- ISO 2000
- Supports S-Gamut3Cine/S-Log 3 encoding
- Die-cast magnesium frame
- Environmentally sealed electronics
- Wireless operation with CBK-WA100, sold separately
- GPS
TheSony PXW-FS7 is expected in October for $9,599. It will also be available in a kit with the new FE PZ 28-135mm lens in December for $12,599. It can be pre-ordered from Adorama now.
Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS
Introduced last week at the IBC tradeshow, the Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS is a powerful, dust- and moisture-proof zoom lens designed for cinema productions, but it doubles as a great still photography lens when paired with the Sony a7 full-frame cameras. The lens features the world’s first SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) drive in a cinema lens, which promotes quiet zoom and smooth iris control.
It has three control rings (zoom, focus and aperture) and manual control for large-format production. It’s the first lens in its price range to maintain plane of focus while zooming and field of view while focusing, both important features for video capture. It is compatible with both full-frame and APS-C sensor cameras, and is a native E-mount lens.
The Sony PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS is tentatively expected to be available from Adorama in December for $2,499.
