Sony PXW-Z90 Camcorder

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In the middle of nowhere. With new concepts, with things I believed I understood but I realize I don’t (e.g. 1/2.8 sensors with better image quality and performance in low light than a 1″ sensor). The PXW-X90 is very small, so carrying it around on the snow scooters was easy. The rear of the hand grip of the PXW-Z90. The cameras gain, shutter and iris functions each have a dedicated button on the side of the camera. One push of the appropriate button enables that function to be controlled by a small dial wheel just under the front of the lens. Wired LAN connection allows the PXW-Z90 to be connected to the Internet over a wired connection via the separately available VMC-UAM2 USB adapter cable and network adaptor kit (CBK-NA1), allowing files to be streamed or transferred by FTP The XAVC Long format uses the efficient MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec to achieve high quality imagery without increasing the level of required storage capacity. Its 4:2:2 10bit (Full HD mode) sampling process ensures detailed expression of tone and high colour reproduction. The XAVC Long format also supports the professional MXF standard. This means it can be easily used alongside any standard workflow, from a videographer working alone to a production environment sharing content across multiple users. What are the key advantages of using the XAVC S format? (NX80 only)

mm x 104.0 mm x 274.5mm (With the accessories (lens hood, large eyecup), excluding grip belt and including projecting parts) 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 Wired LAN connection allows the PXW-Z90 to be connected to the internet over a wired connection via the separately available VMC-UAM2 USB adapter cable and network adaptor kit (CBK-NA1), allowing files to be streamed or transferred by FTPDue to the NX5R price (USD 3400 here in Argentina) I started looking at the Sony HXR-NX100 (USD 2600). I must say I thought I have found it. I was almost convinced to buy it, but I read the negative comments: The limit is 2600-2800 USD. It would be nice if I could find something nice for that price, but until now I’m not finding anything. So, my new limit, in case I need to get this far, is the Sony HXR-NX5R (USD 3400 here in Argentina). My idea is to do some local news coverage, an amateur coverage. Some public events, documentary and nature film and stuff like these. I won’t be doing this everyday, it’s not my job. I won’t do weddings.

Fast Hybrid AF with maximum 273 face-detection AF points for precision, high-speed auto-focus performance Funkcja transmisji przez FTP umożliwia przesyłanie plików nagranych z użyciem funkcji proxy MPEG HD 422/420 (wymagana jest licencja CBKZ-SLMP) oraz pozostałych plików w formatach XAVC (QFHD/FHD) i AVCHD z kamery na serwer FTP w Internecie. XDCAM air can upload proxy footage to the cloud from multiple camera operators in the field, so editing can start immediately. Uploaded content can be accessed securely from any location. News teams can even start logging clips while shooting's still going on, saving even more valuable time when a story's breakingAjit – they are two such totally different cameras that the choice comes down to your purpose. For live events in reasonable light I’d probably choose the Z90 for it’s extended zoom range, XLR in, SDI out and wi fi capabilities. It’s also going to be a lighter weight and simpler kit as you won’t need anything much else but spare batteries and a tripod and a few cables. Perhaps a shoulder rig if you really want one but it’s not really that form factor. Think of it like a handheld ENG camera. Also has a screen which flips around for self shooting.

The PXW-Z90 comes with 5GHz and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi as standard - simply turn on and log onto your preferred network to enable a host of advanced wireless production features, including: As well as a reduction in rolling shutter compared to other similar sensors, the ability to do more on chip image processing appears to bring other advantages as the noise levels from this camera are very low indeed. FTP Transfer allows content files recorded with MPEG HD 422/420 proxy feature (CBKZ-SLMP required) and other content files shot in XAVC (QFHD/FHD) and AVCHD formats to be sent over the internet for remote storage on an FTP server So, I found the PXW-Z150. But, again, disappointed by the negative comments about it, especially its bad performance in low light. If you want to make the camera more compact the handle can be removed, but when you do this you will no longer have any XLR connectors. Instead you will have an MI shoe on the top of the camera body that can be used to connect a Sony UWP-D radio mic or a n XLR adapter. There is also a stereo microphone built into the main body of the camera, so even with the hand grip removed there are plenty of audio options.

Przewodowe połączenie LAN pozwala na podłączenie kamery PXW-Z90 do Internetu łączem przewodowym przy użyciu sprzedawanego oddzielnie przewodu przejściowego USB VMC-UAM2 oraz zestawu modułu sieciowego CBK-NA1. Możliwa jest wówczas strumieniowa transmisja obrazu i przesyłanie plików z użyciem protokołu FTP. The PXW-Z90 comes with 5GHz* and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi as standard – simply turn on and log onto your preferred network to enable a host of advanced wireless production features: The PXW-Z90 comes with 5-GHz* and 2.4-GHz Wi-Fi as standard—simply turn on and log onto your preferred network to enable a host of advanced wireless production features: Just about every aspect of the autofocus system can be customised in the camera menu. You can choose between using focus zones, the full image width or selectable focus spot areas. The cameras LCD screen is a touch screen so you tap the screen where you want to focus.

As well as the side LCD panel there is also a small OLED electronic viewfinder on the rear of the camera. This is very useful for use in very bright sunlight, but it is rather small. If cost is a factor, then by the time you kit yourself out with an A73 it’s going to be much more expensive.Ustream Direct Streaming allows you to share scenes as they happen with high quality picture and sound without a switcher So, now I’ve explained about my budget I’ll tell you about the models and brands I was reading about for the last 3 month (yes, is not easy, much money and most of the concepts I’ve found are new for me). The sensor also gives you low noise and less blur because more light reaches the sensor, offering clear and steady pictures even in a dark scene with minimum illumination 1.7 lux. XDCAM air can upload proxy footage to the cloud from multiple camera operators in the field, so editing can start immediately. Uploaded content can be accessed securely from any location. News teams can even start logging clips while shooting’s still going on, saving even more valuable time when a story’s breaking.