HD

What’s New in HD

Panasonic AG-HVX200 P2 Camcorder
True high definition image quality with low-compression DVCPRO HD intraframe recording. Multiple formats: DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV selectable. High definition recording formats: 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/24pA, 1080/30p, 720p. Standard definition recording formats: 480/60i, 480/24p, 480pA, 480/30p. Variable frame rates in 720p mode: 12, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 32, 36, 48, and 60fps. New DSP with 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit internal processing. 16:9/4:3 switchable for standard definition recording, 16:9 native for HD. Wide angle Leica Dicomar HD lens with optical image stabilizer. Thumbnail display for easy searching and file information. Auto/manual focus with focus assist (even during recording). 13X zoom range: focal length = 4.2 to 55mm (35mm equivalent: 32.5 to 423). Two P2 card slots with hot swap capability.

Canon XL H1 Camcorder
Whether you’re a broadcast ENG producer, or documentary, feature, or commercial videographer, the XL H1 is the affordable, lightweight HD camcorder you’ve been waiting for.
Its 20x HD Superior Canon Optics and exceptional image processing give you a brilliant HD image. The XL H1 also features uncompressed HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M) and SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) output, as well as Genlock input and SMPTE time code input and output for multi-camera shoots. And, with its customizable open-architecture approach, selectable frame rates including 24F, and multiple output options, you’ve got exactly the right tool — every time.
The XL H1 features total Cine control, customizable settings and a well-balanced design — for the creative control, flexibility and advanced capability your video work demands.

Sony® HVR-A1U Camcorder
HVRA1USony® has expanded the HDV line-up by introducing the HVR-A1U camcorder – an extremely compact and lightweight camcorder, ideal for applications where space is at a premium or extreme mobility is required. This camcorder is equipped with a newly developed 1/3-inch type, 2.97-megapixel (total) CMOS sensor and an all new Enhanced Imaging Processor(tm) that optimizes the performance of the CMOS sensor, providing outstanding high-definition picture quality. Available at an extremely affordable price, the HVR-A1U will be another powerful option for HD field acquisition by all video professionals.

SONY® HVR-Z1U 3CCD 1080i HDV Camcorder
HVRZ1The new 3CCD 1080i HDV camcorder is here at FVESCO! The new HVR-Z1U features three newly developed Super HAD 1/3″ CCDs. These new 16:9 native CCDs, combined with a high quality 12X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar® T* Lens and Sony’s new 14 bit A/D and DXP Digital Extended Processor, result in precise image acquisition with superb detail and clarity. The advanced CCD design allows more light to reach the pixel imager, reducing video noise and improving the signal-to-noise ratio. The new HVR-Z1U records this exceptional imagery using the recently adopted HDV 1080i format onto a DVCAM™ mini cassette. Please note that the directional shotgun microphone is not included with this camcorder. The Supplied Accessories are: AC-VQ850 AC Adaptor/Charger; Remote Commander® Unit RMT-841; A/V Cable; Component Video Cable; Shoulder Strap; Large Eyecup; Shoe Extender; Lens Hood with Integral Lens Cap; NPF-570 InfoLithium® “L” battery.