Sony HVR-Z1E User Manual
Product Information
HVR-Z1E
HDV 1/3" 3CCD Handheld
Camcorder
Affordable migration to High Definition
Providing HDV with the 1080i Standard and joining the
existing DVCAM range, the HVR-Z1E offers users an affordable migration path from Standard Definition whilst retaining the popular DVCAM benefits such as ease of use
and i.LINK (IEEE1394) connectivity. In addition to its compact size, the HVR-Z1E boasts a number of features over
consumer-oriented products making it ideal for the professional user.
Features
HDV / DVCAM / DV Switchable
Providing professional users with the flexibility to choose
the format that suits the need your production and offering an easy migration from a Standard Definition
environment.
Built-in converter to take HDV images to Standard Definition
50Hz / 60Hz (PAL / NTSC) Switchable
Allowing you to make your productions on a worldwide
basis, without the need for two separate camcorders with
each standard.
2ch Audio XLR Inputs
The HVR-Z1E offers the recording of audio by providing
both an in-built stereo microphone and XLR inputs for an
external microphone supplying +40V phantom power.
2ch Independent Audio Rec Level Control
Intuitive control of audio recording level is possible with
independent 2-channel dials.
Time Code Preset
Supports professional operation with flexible Time Code
and User settings.
B/W & Colour Switchable Viewfinder
Allowing you to choose either a colour display or Black &
White display on the Viewfinder depending on your
preference.
Simultaneous Operation of LCD Panel & Viewfinder
Allowing you greater flexibility to focus shots accurately
via Viewfinder while simultaneously framing images via
the fold-out LCD Panel.
The flexibility to film your footage in HDV and use the
camera’s down-converter to output Standard Definition
pictures if required.
6 Assign Buttons
6 Assign Buttons are prepared to allow you to customise
your camera. 6 frequently used functions including Hyper
Gain, AE Override, White Balance Level for Outdoor, and
Safety Zone Marker can be selected from over 10 available parameters.
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Six Assign Buttons
Functions frequently used in the field can be assigned to
six Assign Buttons (push buttons), allowing operators to
make rapid changes under field conditions.
Benefits
An affordable way to enjoy High Definition
Through the HDV format Sony’s HVR-Z1E allows you to
capture High Definition pictures on a standard DV format
cassette - providing both a highly cost effective format
and full 1080 line resolution.
The ability to choose the most appropriate recording format for your production
With the Sony HVR-Z1E, you are able to switch between
HDV, DVCAM and DV recording giving you full flexibility
to record in either Standard or High Definition depending
on your production needs.
Designed for Professional Use
As a professional product, Sony recognises that your
needs are different to that of a consumer. As a result the
HVR-Z1E incorporates more than 40 extra functions over
the consumer camcorder HDR-FX1E to help support you
and your production needs.
Easy integration to the way you already work convert from HDV to Standard Definition if
required.
Continuity of Workflow can be very important. Enjoying
the benefits of the HVR-Z1E does not mean that you
need to change the way you work. Like DVCAM, i.LINK
(IEEE1394) provides connectivity to PC based editing
systems. In addition, you can choose to shoot in HDV and
use the in-built down-converter to output in DVCAM allowing editing and final production to be carried out in Standard Definition in the usual way.
Cinema-look Shooting
The HVR-Z1E offers the capability to provide a cinemalook to your production images using CineframeTM 25
Mode (25 frame progressive-look effect) and 2-mode
Cinematone GammaTM.
AC Adaptor/Charger included as standard
AC Adaptor/Charger AC-VQ850 is supplied as standard
with the HVR-Z1E providing great value for money
Technical Specifications
Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, 12x (optical)
Built-in filter 1/6 ND, 1/32 ND
Focus Auto, manual (focus ring/infinity position), one push auto
Imaging device 3-chip 1/3-inch type CCDs with a 16:9 aspect ratio
Picture elements Approx. 1,070,000 pixels (effective), approx. 1,120,000 pixels (total)
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,
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,
Exposure 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
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
f = 4. 5 to 54 mm
f = 32.5 to 390 mm (*2) at 16:9 mode
f = 40 to 480 mm (*2) at 4:3 mode
F = 1.6 to 2.8, filter diameter: 72 mm
1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10000 s
1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500, 1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10000 s
Playback/Recording time
HDV/DV SP Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette
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