HVR-Z1U
Sony
HVR-Z1U
3CCD 1080i HDV Camcorder
This camcorder adopts the 1/4-inch HD format – the HDV 1080i specification of the HDV™ format. With three high-resolution 1/3-inch type mega pixel CCDs, it captures and plays back 1080i HD signals while also maintaining DVCAM/DV recording and playback capabilities.
These features allow the HVR-Z1U to be active immediately in current SD systems, while also providing a step-by-step migration to the HD world. Operators can continue to acquire in DVCAM or DV formats, and switch to the HDV format as needed, or acquire in HDV 1080i from the start and use the down-conversion capability as required.
In addition to a unique camcorder body design and numerous camera features, the HVR-Z1U offers maximum operability in the field, as well as opening up a new range of opportunities for creative shooting. Combining these features with the HD picture quality that HDV format provides, the camera becomes an exciting tool for a variety of applications today and tomorrow – from video journalism, wedding and event videography, corporate and training productions, and digital movie-making, up to broadcast newsgathering.
These features allow the HVR-Z1U to be active immediately in current SD systems, while also providing a step-by-step migration to the HD world. Operators can continue to acquire in DVCAM or DV formats, and switch to the HDV format as needed, or acquire in HDV 1080i from the start and use the down-conversion capability as required.
In addition to a unique camcorder body design and numerous camera features, the HVR-Z1U offers maximum operability in the field, as well as opening up a new range of opportunities for creative shooting. Combining these features with the HD picture quality that HDV format provides, the camera becomes an exciting tool for a variety of applications today and tomorrow – from video journalism, wedding and event videography, corporate and training productions, and digital movie-making, up to broadcast newsgathering.
Product Weight: 4.63 lbs, camera only
Dimensions: 14.38L x 6.13"W x 9.75"H
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Manufacturer Specs
Camera section
Imaging device: 3-chip 1/3-inch type CCDs
Picture elements: Approx. 1,070,000 pixels (effective), approx. 1,120,000 pixels (total)
Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, 12x (optical), f = 4. 5 to 54 mm, f = 32.5 to 390 mm* at 16:9 mode, f = 40 to 480 mm* at 4:3 mode, F = 1.6 to 2.8, filter diameter: 72 mm
Built-in filters
1/6 ND
1/32 ND
White balance: Auto, one-push auto, indoor (3200 K), outdoor (5800 K ±7 steps)
Shutter speed
60i/NTSC mode: 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 sec
50i/PAL mode: 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 secExposure: Auto, manual
Gain: 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB (adjustable for H, M and L gain positions)
Minimum illumination: 3 lx with F1.6 at 18 dB
VTR section
Recording format: 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL)
Play out/Down conversion format: 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 480/60i (NTSC), 576/50i (PAL), 480/60p, 576/50p
Tape speed
HDV/DV SP: Max. 18.812 mm/s with PHDVM-63DM cassette
DVCAM Max.: 28.218 mm/s with PHDVM-63DM cassette
Playback/Recording time
HDV/DV SP: Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette
DVCAM Max.: 41 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette
Fast forward/Rewind time: Approx. 2 min 40 sec with PHDVM-63DM cassette
Input/Output connectors
Audio/Video input/output: AUDIO/VIDEO jack x1
Video signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω unbalanced, sync negative
Audio signal: 327 mV (at load impedance 47 kΩ), input impedance more than 47 kΩ, output impedance less than 2.2 kΩ
S-video input/output
Mini-DIN 4-pin x 1
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω unbalanced, sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL), 75 Ω unbalanced
Component video output
COMPONENT OUTPUT jack
Y: 1 Vp-p (0.3 V, sync negative)
Pr/Pb (Cr/Cb): 525 mVp-p (75% color bar), input impedance 75 Ω
i.LINK Interface: 4-pin
XLR audio input: XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV, -60 dBu: 3 kΩ, +40 dBu: 10.8 kΩ, power supply: approx. 40 V
Headphone: Stereo minijack (φ3.5 mm)
LANC: Stereo mini-minijack (φ2.5 mm)
Built-in input/output devices
LCD viewfinder: 0.44-inch type, approx. 252,000 pixels (1120 x 225), hybrid type
LCD monitor: 3.5-inch (diagonal) viewable area, approx. 250,000 pixels (1120 x 224), hybrid type
Microphone: Stereo type, noise reduction on/off
General
Power requirements: DC 7.2 V (battery pack)
Power consumption
HDV: Approx. 8.0 W (recording mode with LCD viewfinder on)
DVCAM/DV: Approx. 7.6 W (recording mode with LCD viewfinder on)
Operating temperature: 32 to 104 °F
Storage temperature: 32 to 104 °F
* These values are calculated to be equivalent to the 35 mm film.