Sony HSC-300R Digital
Triax Broadcast Camera
Power
HAD FX R Series
Three 2/3-inch Power HAD FX CCD sensors
portable HD / SD camera for digital triax operation and large lens options
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Multi-format operation
A wide range of capturing
modes are available including 1080/29.97PsF* and 1080/25PsF*1 as well as
1080/50i, 1080/59.94i, 720/50p, 720/59.94p, 576/50i, and 480/59.94i.
* Optional HZC-PSF3 software is required.
* Optional HZC-PSF3 software is required.
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Sophisticated 2/3-inch CCDs
The HSC Series camera is
equipped with field-proven 2/3-inch type full-resolution 1920 x 1080 CCDs. Due
to Sony’s advanced sensor technologies, the CCD imager offers a high
sensitivity of F10 for 59.94 Hz and F11 for 50 Hz with a remarkable
signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) of -60 dB (HD) for high-quality pictures in all
kinds of demanding shooting environments.
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High-quality 16-bit A/D conversion and DSP LSI
The HSC Series camera
incorporates a high-performance 16-bit A/D converter with the latest
technologies that enables captured images to be processed with maximum
precision. Also, the Auto Lens Aberration Compensation function can optimise
lens performance to provide stunning picture quality.
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Digital Extender function
Digital Extender function
expands the size of the image by a factor of 2 in the centre of captured images
by the image sensor. This function works without decrease in sensitivity, such
as F-number drop, which occurs by the use of conventional optical extender
functions.
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Auto Lens Aberration Compensation 2 (ALAC2) function
The ALAC2 function
automatically reduces lens chromatic aberration by both horizontal and vertical
compensation when a lens supporting ALAC2 function is attached.
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Versatile camera interfaces
The HSC Series camera
provides a wide range of inputs and outputs via the connector panel such as
HD-SDI output, SD-SDI output, VF signal, return signal, and SDI Prompter
signal. An intercom channel (ENG/PROD) is also provided.
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Digital triax operation
The HSC-300R utilises a
very high-quality digital triax system that expands its operability in field
applications, as well as for studio production. This digital triax system can
be integrated into conventional triax-based infrastructures, enabling an easy
upgrade from existing systems. The latest digital triax transmission system
offers long cable runs of up to 1800 m (5904 feet)* via ΓΈ14.5 mm cable between
the camera and the HSCU-300R.
* The maximum cable length depends on the camera system configuration, lens type, and the number of cable connections.
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Large lens operation
The highly versatile
HDLA-1500, HDLA-1505, and HDLA-1507 Large Lens Adaptors are also available for
the HSC-300R. These adaptors allow the camera to be used for many different
production applications and for users to choose the optimum viewfinder for the
shooting condition. This capability makes the HSC-300R the most flexible
portable camera in its class. Installing the HDLA-1500/1505/1507 Large Lens
Adaptor is very simple and eliminates time-consuming adjustments such as lens
centring or additional wiring.
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Simple and yet versatile system configuration
The HSC Series camera
offers flexible configuration with the highly compact 1.5 RU-size HSCU-300R and
HSCU-300RF Camera Control Units, creating a standardised 19-inch rack system
that is ideal for space-limited production areas. When the front panel of the
HSCU-300R or HSCU-300RF is replaced with the optional CCU Front Control Panel
HKCU-FP2, a simple remote control system can be configured. Many functions of
the camera can be controlled by the control knobs and switches on the HKCU-FP2.
Furthermore, when the optional HZCU-MC3 camera operating software is installed, the HSCU-300R and HSCU-300RF allow the HSC-300R/100R and HSC-300RF/100RF respectively to be controlled by an MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit or RCP-1000 series Remote Control Unit, enabling the camera to be used as a simple studio system or as part of a large-scale broadcasting system consisting of multiple cameras.
Furthermore, when the optional HZCU-MC3 camera operating software is installed, the HSCU-300R and HSCU-300RF allow the HSC-300R/100R and HSC-300RF/100RF respectively to be controlled by an MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit or RCP-1000 series Remote Control Unit, enabling the camera to be used as a simple studio system or as part of a large-scale broadcasting system consisting of multiple cameras.
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Robust design
In order to survive the
stresses of professional use, the main chassis of the HSC Series is made of a
magnesium-alloy casting. This rigid body makes the camera highly durable and
helps to protect its lightweight precision components such as the integrated optical
and electronics.
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Position-adjustable shoulder pad
The position of the
shoulder pad can be adjusted – either forwards or backwards – to provide users
with the optimum weight balance. This is particularly useful when the camera is
docked with any type of lens or camera adaptor. In addition, no tool is
required for this adjustment.
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Two types of Focus Assist functions
Viewfinder Detail: adds
dedicated image-enhancing edge signals directly to the viewfinder for a camera
operator to recognise a focusing point.
Focus Assist Indicator: displays an indicator for adjustment at the bottom or other position of the viewfinder frame. It’s beneficial especially when shooting by wide-viewing angle.
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Optimised handle shape for stable shooting
The designed carrying handle
enhances the camera’s operability. A protrusion positioned on the front of the
handle enables users to hold the camera with added stability while shooting. In
addition, the non-slip structure of its lower surface helps users to grasp the
handle firmly.
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ND/CC Dual Optical Servo Filters Mounted
The HSC-300R camera is
equipped with Neutral Density (ND) and Colour Correction (CC) optical servo
filter units, which can be remotely controlled from a remote control panel
(RCP) or a master setup unit (MSU).
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Function-assignable switches
The HSC Series camera has
dedicated ‘assignable switches’ available for frequently used functions.
Located on both the side and rear panels, these switches allow functions such
as electronic colour-temperature conversion to be assigned as required. Buttons
on the handle are also available as function-assignable switches. All of these
switches greatly enhance the camera’s operational convenience.
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HD to SD down-convertor
The camera is equipped
with a built-in high-quality down-convertor for superior SD images, as
standard.
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Selection of multiple gamma tables
In addition to artistic
and skilful lighting, in-camera gamma setting plays an important role in
dealing with contrast range and giving a specific “look” to an image. In order
to meet a broad array of customer demands, seven types of standard-gamma and
four types of hyper-gamma tables are provided.
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HyperGamma
HyperGamma is a set of new
transfer functions designed to provide powerful contrast handling by making
maximum use of the capacity and wide dynamic range of the CCD sensor. These
functions are quickly accessed via the set-up menu, and camera operators can
select one curve from a choice of four that best suits their needs and
conditions. For example, they can select to enhance natural reproduction in
low-key areas to achieve greater flexibility in wide dynamic scenes.
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Multi-matrix function
The multi-matrix function
of the HSC Series cameras allows colour adjustments to be applied over the
colour range specified by the operator. The colour spectrum is divided into 16
areas of adjustment, where the hue and/or saturation of each area can be
modified. This function is especially useful when only the hue of certain
colours needs to be adjusted for special-effects work. Multi-matrix is extremely
effective for capturing images with similar colour tone in a system configured
with existing SD cameras or other models of camera. This function enables the
picture from another model of camera to be easily matched.
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Adaptive-matrix function
This enables ideal colour
conversion for shooting even under excessively strong ambient lighting
conditions such as live shooting under bright monochromatic blue light. These
conditions would typically cause a conventional matrix function to exceed the
colour conversion range.
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Master White Gain function
The Master White Gain
function of the HSC Series of cameras enables step-less adjustment of gain
levels. This makes it possible to adjust the gain level more precisely compared
to conventional stepwise adjustment.