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Sony PXWZ90 4K HDR XDCAM with Fast Hybrid AF

SKU: PXWZ90

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The PXW-Z90 offers broadcast quality 4K with advanced features such as high-speed autofocus, Instant HDR workflow, up to 960fps NTSC/1000fps PAL super-slow motion and streaming at 2.4GHz or 5GHz with QoS.

It features a 1 inch Exmor RS CMOS sensor with UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution, a 12x Zeiss optical zoom, an OLED viewfinder and a 3.5″ touchscreen LCD monitor.

It can record 4K in XAVC Long at 4:2:0, HD in XAVC Long at 4:2:2 10-bit.

The camera incorporates an advanced Fast Hybrid AF system, alongside face detection and lock-on autofocus technology, making it easy to focus and track a subject while filming.

Broadcast workflows

It features a broadcast standard 3G-SDI output (supporting 1080 60p/50p), a Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe, HDMI and remote interface to connect with and control remotely a wide variety of compatible Sony accessories.

Including creating a simple live solution when connected to the optional MCX-500 multi-camera live producer and RM-30BP Remote Commander.

Imaging performance with Exmor RS

A large 14.2-megapixel (effective) 1.0-type stacked CMOS image sensor delivers beautiful background bokeh defocus effects and superior sensitivity for capturing high-quality images with less noise, even under dark or bright conditions.

This sensor integrates up to 273 phase-detection AF points that densely cover approx. 84% of the image area, for precise tracking of subjects throughout the shooting frame.

Fast Hybrid autofocus

Enhanced Fast Hybrid autofocus (AF) is comprised of a number of features: Phase-detection AF with up to 273 reference points covering approximately 84% of the image area, face detection and lock-on autofocus technology to estimate subject movement.

General

Weight With battery: 1390 g

Without battery: 1020 g

Dimensions 121 x 104 x 274.5 mm (with accessories)
Power Requirements DC In: 8.4 V

Battery: 7.4 V

Power Consumption Approx. 6.9 W
Recording Format (Video) XAVC QFHD : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile
XAVC HD : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:2 Long profile
XAVC Proxy : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile
MPEG HD422 (CBKZ-SLMP required) : MPEG-2 422P@HL 4:2:2 Long profile
MPEG HD420 (CBKZ-SLMP required) : MPEG-2 MP@HL 4:2:0 Long profile
MPEG HD Proxy (CBKZ-SLMP required) : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile
AVCHD : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format compatible
Recording Format (Audio) XAVC QFHD : Linear PCM 2ch, 24bit, 48kHz
XAVC HD : Linear PCM 2ch, 24bit, 48kHz
XAVC Proxy : AAC-LC 2ch、16bit、48kHz
MPEG HD422 (CBKZ-SLMP required) : Linear PCM 2ch, 24bit, 48kHz
MPEG HD420 (CBKZ-SLMP required) : Linear PCM 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
MPEG HD Proxy (CBKZ-SLMP required) : AAC-LC 2ch、16bit、48kHz
AVCHD : Linear PCM 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz / Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz

Lens

Lens Mount Fixed
Zoom Ratio 12x (optical), servo
Focal Length F=9.3 – 111.6mm
Iris F2.8 – F4.5

Auto / manual selectable

Focus AF/MF Selectable

10 mm to ∞ (Wide)
1000 mm to ∞ (Tele)

Image Stabiliser ON/OFF Selectable, shift lens
Filter Diameter M62 mm

Camera

Imaging Device 1.0-type (13.2mm x 8.8mm) back-illuminated Exmor RS CMOS sensor
Effective Picture Elements Approx.14.2M pixels(16:9)/Approx.12.0M pixels(3:2)
Built-In Optical Filter OFF: Clear, 1: 1/4ND, 2: 1/16ND, 3: 1/64ND
Minimum Illumination Standard [60i] 3lux(1/60 Shutter Speed, gain 33dB)
Standard [50i] 3lux(1/50 Shutter Speed, gain 33dB)LowLux [60i] 1.7lux(1/30 Shutter Speed, gain 33dB)
LowLux [50i] 1.7lux(1/25 Shutter Speed, gain 33dB)
Shutter Speed [60i]: 1/8 – 1/10,000
(1/6 – 1/10,000 when shooting with 24p)
[50i]: 1/6 -1/10,000
Slow & Quick Motion Function [60i]:2160p:Frame rate selectable 1,2,4,8,15,30fps
[50i]:2160p:Frame rate selectable 1,2,3,6,12,25fps
[60i]:1080p:Frame rate selectable 1,2,4,8,15,30,60,120fps
[50i]:1080p:Frame rate selectable 1,2,3,6,12,25,50,100fps
Super Slow Motion [60i]1080p:Frame rate selectable 240,480,960fps

[50i]:1080p:Frame rate selectable 250,500,1000fps

White Balance Preset(Indoor:3200K, Outdoor:5600K±7 steps, Color temparature set range:2300-15000K)
Onepush A, B, Auto selectable
Gain -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12,15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33 dB, AGC
Gamma Curve Selectable

Input/Output

Audio Input XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
Video Output Integrated into Multi/Micro USB jack(×1), Composite 1.0Vp-p, 75Ω
Audio Output Integrated into Multi/Micro USB jack
SDI Outupt BNC (x1), 3G/HD/SD
SMPTE 424M/292M/259M standards
USB Multi/Micro USB jack (x1)
Headphone Output Stereo mini jack (x1)
Speaker Output Monaural
DC Input DC jack
Remote Integrated into Multi/Micro USB jack
Stereo mini-mini jack (Φ2.5mm)
HDMI Output Type A (x1)

 

  • PXWZ90 4K HDR XDCAM
  • XLR handle unit
  • Lens hood
  • Lens cap
  • Large eyecup
  • Accessory shoe kit
  • USB cable
  • Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FV70A)
  • AC Adaptor (AC-L200D)
  • Power cord (mains lead) 
  • Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-845) 
  • Lithium battery (CR2025 for the Wireless Remote Commander), Pre-installed to the Wireless Remote Commander
  • 2x Operating Guide
  • CD-ROM “Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorderr”
  • Warranty

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