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Sony
HVR-Z1E
Sony
raises the standard with the introduction of the first truly
affordable HD camera.
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Affordable migration to High Definition
 Providing
HDV with the 1080i Standard and joining the
existing DVCAM range, the HVR-Z1E offers users an
affordable migration path from Standard Definition
whilst retaining the popular DVCAM benefits such
as ease of use and i.LINK (IEEE1394) connectivity.
In addition to its compact size, the HVR-Z1E
boasts a number of features over consumer-oriented
products making it ideal for the professional
user.
Key features
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HDV / DVCAM / DV
Switchable |
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Built-in converter
to take HDV images to Standard Definition |
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50Hz / 60Hz (PAL /
NTSC) Switchable |
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2ch Audio XLR
Inputs |
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2ch Independent
Audio Rec Level Control |
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Time Code Preset |
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B/W & Colour
Switchable Viewfinder |
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Simultaneous
Operation of LCD Panel & Viewfinder |
An affordable way to enjoy High Definition
Through the HDV format Sony's HVR-Z1E allows you
to capture High Definition pictures on a standard
DV format cassette - providing both a highly cost
effective format and full 1080 line resolution.
The ability to choose the most appropriate
recording format for your production
With the Sony HVR-Z1E, you are able to switch
between HDV, DVCAM and DV recording giving you
full flexibility to record in either Standard or
High Definition depending on your production
needs.
Designed for Professional Use
As a professional product, Sony recognises that
your needs are different to that of a consumer. As
a result the HVR-Z1E incorporates more than 40
extra functions over the consumer camcorder
HDR-FX1E to help support you and your production
needs.
Easy integration to the way you already work -
convert from HDV to Standard Definition if
required.
Continuity of Workflow can be very important.
Enjoying the benefits of the HVR-Z1E does not mean
that you need to change the way you work. Like
DVCAM, i.LINK (IEEE1394) provides connectivity to
PC based editing systems. In addition, you can
choose to shoot in HDV and use the in-built
down-converter to output in DVCAM allowing editing
and final production to be carried out in Standard
Definition in the usual way.
Cinema-look Shooting
The HVR-Z1E offers the capability to provide a
cinema-look to your production images using
CineframeTM 25 Mode (25 frame
progressive-look effect) and 2-mode Cinematone
GammaTM
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Lens
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Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom
lens, 12x (optical)
f = 4. 5 to 54 mm
f = 32.5 to 390 mm (*2) at 16:9 mode
f = 40 to 480 mm (*2) at 4:3 mode
F = 1.6 to 2.8, filter diameter: 72
mm
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Built-in filter
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1/6 ND, 1/32 ND
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Focus
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Auto, manual (focus ring/infinity
position), one push auto
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Imaging device
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3-chip 1/3-inch type CCDs with a
16:9 aspect ratio
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Picture elements
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Approx. 1,070,000 pixels
(effective), approx. 1,120,000
pixels (total)
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White balance
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Auto, one-push auto, indoor (3200
K), outdoor (5800 K ±7 steps)
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Shutter speed
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60i/NTSC mode
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1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60,
1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180,
1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/725,
1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000,
1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10000 s
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50i/PAL mode
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1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50,
1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150,
1/215, 1/300, 1/425, 1/600,
1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500,
1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10000 s
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Exposure
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Auto, manual
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Gain
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0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB
(adjustable for H, M and L gain
positions)
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Minimum illumination
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3 lx with F1.6 at 18 dB
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Recording format
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1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i
(NTSC), 576/50i (PAL)
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Play out/Down
conversion format
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1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i
(NTSC), 576/50i (PAL), 480/60p,
576/50p,
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Tape speed
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HDV/DV SP
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Max. 18.812 mm/s with
PHDVM-63DM cassette
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DVCAM
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Max. 28.218 mm/s with
PHDVM-63DM cassette
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Playback/Recording time
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HDV/DV SP
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Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM
cassette
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DVCAM
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Max. 41 min with PHDVM-63DM
cassette
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Fast forward/Rewind
time
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Approx. 2 min 40 s with
PHDVM-63DM cassette
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Audio/Video
input/output
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AUDIO/VIDEO jack x1
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S-video input/output
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Mini-DIN 4-pin x 1
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Component video output
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COMPONENT OUTPUT jack
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i.LINK
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4-pin
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XLR audio input
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XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV,
-60 dBu: 3 kΩ, +40 dBu: 10.8 kΩ,
power supply: approx. 40 V
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Headphone
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Stereo minijack (ͳ.5 mm)
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LANC
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Stereo mini-minijack (Ͳ.5
mm)
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Color LCD viewfinder
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0.44-inch type, approx.
252,000 pixels (1120 x 225),
hybrid type
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Color LCD monitor
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3.5-inch type, approx.
250,000 pixels (1120 x 224),
hybrid type
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Microphone
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Stereo type, noise reduction
on/off
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Mass
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Approx. 2.1 kg (4 lb 10 oz)
(camcorder only)
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Power requirements
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DC 7.2 V (battery pack)
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Power consumption
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HDV
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Approx. 8.0 W (recording mode
with LCD viewfinder on)
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DVCAM/DV
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Approx. 7.6 W (recording mode
with LCD viewfinder on)
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Operating temperature
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0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °K)
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Storage temperature
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(*2) These values are
calculated to be equivalent to
the 35 mm film.
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The Z1 will be supplied in a flight case with the following -
- 2 batteries (FP970)
- remote control
- mains lead and battery charger
- mains battery adaptor
- composite video lead
- component video lead
- dv cleaning cassette
- firewire protector
- shoe mount
- manufacturer's instruction booklet
Please note - the additional microphone shown in the
photographs is not included with the camcorder as standard - it comes with a
built in stereo microphone. Should you require a directional microphone, we
would recommend choosing the Beyer Dynamic MC86 Shotgun microphone.
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The Z1 has built up an exceptional reputation since its arrival on
the HDV scene. It has now become THE standard for portable HDV
cameras and really it is not that hard to see why.
Already our most popular model, the Z1 offers exceptional
picture quality from something this size.
The XLR inputs allow you to make sure that the sound
quality is equally good with full control of the audio
functions.
We can see why so many people like them. How Sony
will improve on this will be interesting to see.
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