Sony PMW-350, PMW-EX1R, PMW-EX3, XDCAM EX PMW-EX30, XDCAM EX PMW-350, XDCAM EX PMW-EX1R, XDCAM EX PMW-EX3 Brochure & Specs
Specifications and Main Features
Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual
XDCAM EX Family
XDCAM EX Camcorder
PMW-350
PMW-EX3
PMW-EX1R
XDCAM EX Recording Deck
PMW-EX30
www.sony.com/xdcamex
XDCAM EX Series – Comprehensive Line-up
Opens New Horizons of Visual Expression,
Delivers New Levels of Convenience
Since 2007 and the introduction of the first camcorder in this line-up, the SONY
XDCAM EX™ Series has achieved wide acclaim among creative professionals, and
now grows from strength to strength, opening up new horizons of visual expression
and delivering new levels of convenience.
The series already includes two outstanding camcorders – the PMW-EX1 and
PMW-EX3 – which realize full-HD pictures of amazingly high quality by adopting three
1/2-inch-type Exmor™ full-HD CMOS sensors in a compact body. An advanced
workflow, based on SxS PRO™ memory card as the recording media, ensures
effective file-based operation.
Now Sony evolves this XDCAM EX line-up with the introduction of two new
camcorders.
The PMW-350 is the first and long-awaited shoulder-mount camcorder in the family.
It comes equipped with the cutting-edge imaging technology of three 2/3-inch-type
Exmor full-HD CMOS sensors, and uses SxS memory card as the recording media.
The other new camcorder is the PMW-EX1R, the direct successor of the PMW-EX1. It
includes DVCAM recording and playback function as standard, as well as numerous
improvements over the PMW-EX1.
Both new camcorders utilize not just SxS PRO memory but also more affordable
SxS-1™ media. There is also an innovative on-site backup solution with PXU-MS240 –
enhancements which improve workflow and expand user convenience.
This full Sony XDCAM EX line-up provides stunning HD picture quality and efficient
nonlinear operation, expanding the creative possibilities in every type of HD video
production. Added to this, these new horizons of visual expression and new levels of
convenience can be achieved at affordable price points.
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XDCAM EX – A New Generation of HD Recording System
Sensor
Photo Diodes
Noise
Cancelling
Noise
Cancelling
Noise
Cancelling
Noise
Cancelling
A/D Converter
Noise
Cancelling
A/D Converter
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Photo Diodes
Sensor
Noise
Cancelling
Noise
Cancelling
A/D Converter
Enhanced Functionality with Exmor CMOS
In XDCAM EX camcorders, multiple A/D converters on
each pixel row convert analog signals to
digital as soon as they are generated,
unlike traditional technology that only
has one A/D converter on each chip. Exmor virtually
eliminates the influence of any external noise that enters
the signal chain during transfer to the A/D converter,
resulting in high-quality digital signals with extremely low
noise. This significantly enhances shooting in low-light
environments.
Technology of ExmorCurrent Technology
New Nonlinear Recording Media – SxS Memory
Card – For Greater Efficiency and Operability
The XDCAM EX Series adopts the SxS memory
card as its recording media. This is an ultracompact nonlinear medium using flash memory; and offers
a number of distinguishing features:
• Compatible with the
ExpressCard/34 standard
• Uses the PCI Express interface, and
achieves an extremely high data
transfer speed of 800 Mbps*
• Large storage capacity: up to 32- GB
memory card are available
• Most new Macintosh and PC computers are equipped
with ExpressCard slots
• Compact size: approx. 3 x 1 3/8 x 7/32 inches (75 x 34 x 5
mm) excluding projecting parts; about half the size of a
conventional PC card
• Low power consumption
In addition to the conventional SxS PRO
memory card, there is now a new member
of the SxS memory card family, the SxS-1.**
It maintains the superb usability and highspeed transfer rate of SxS PRO card, at
SxS PRO Memor y Card
SxS-1 Memory Card
an affordable price. A high -capacity SBS-32G1 (32-GB)
memory card is available.
* This data is read-speed measured with benchmark software. Actual
data transfer speeds may vary according to measurement conditions.
Please refer to http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/ for information on
measuring methods.
** SxS-1 memory card supports fewer re-writes than SxS PRO memory
card. Notification is given when an SxS -1 memory card approaches
its end of life. Current PMW-EX1, PMW-EX3 camcorders and PMW- EX30
deck require an update (available in the Spring of 2010) to use SxS-1
memory cards.
1920 x 1080 HD Recording Using the MPEG-2
Long GOP Codec
XDCAM EX products record 1920 x
1080 HD images using the MPEG-2
Long GOP codec, which conforms to the MPEG-2
MP@HL compression standard. This highly efficient codec,
also adopted in XDCAM® HD Series and HDV™ 1080i
Series products, enables users to record stunning-quality
HD video and audio over a long period of time thanks to
efficient data compression.
Selectable Format and Bit Rates
A choice of bit rates is offered with XDCAM EX products
– either 35 Mbps (HQ mode) or 25 Mbps (SP mode) –
depending on the desired picture quality and recording
time.
In addition to conventional 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720
resolutions, the PMW-350 and PMW-EX1R also offer a new
1440 x 1080 resolution in HQ mode, with interoperability at
35 Mbps between XDCAM EX and XDCAM HD systems. Clip
Browser software can very rapidly unwrap MP4 file wrappers
created by XDCAM EX products into MXF file wrappers for
XDCAM HD products without touching the MPEG2 Long
GOP codec inside these two wrappers.
SP mode supports 1440 x 1080 resolution at 25 Mbps,
providing compatibility with HDV 1080i products. Footage
recorded in SP mode can be seamlessly integrated into
HDV-compatible editing systems by connecting the
camcorder via an i.LINK* (HDV) interface. It can also be
recorded on an XDCAM HD optical disc using supplied
Clip Browser software.
* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate
that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with
an i.LINK connector will necessarily communicate with each other.
For information on compatibility, operating conditions, and proper
connection, please refer to the documentation supplied with any
device with an i.LINK connector. For information on devices that include
an i.LINK connection, please contact your nearest Sony office or
authorized dealer.
Recording and Playback in DVCAM™ Mode
(PMW-EX1R & PMW-350 Only)
In addition to HD mode, the PMW-EX1R
and PMW-350* support SD recording
and playback in DVCAM mode. This is extremely useful
for those currently using an SD production system who
need a smooth migration path to a future HD production
system. An AVI Type 2 file is recorded, which is a highly
interoperable file format for nonlinear editing systems.
* The PMW-350 requires an optional hardware key, CBK-DV01.
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XDCAM EX-A New Generation of HD Recording System
Recording Clips
4 seconds
at maximum
May not be
restored
OK
Restored Clips
Restoration
Accidental power loss or memory
disconnection during recording.
Long Recording Time
Combining the moderate bit rates produced by efficient
MPEG-2 Long GOP compression and a large-capacity SxS
memory card, XDCAM EX products record high-quality HD
images for a long recording time of up to 140 minutes on a
single 32-GB SxS memory card in SP mode.
High-quality Uncompressed Audio Recording
XDCAM EX products support high-quality, two-channel, 16-bit,
48-kHz linear PCM uncompressed audio. In addition, the
PMW-350 camcorder records four-channel audio and, when
this is replayed from the memory card by other XDCAM EX
products, the user must select from CH-1/2 or CH-3/4.
When a clip spans two cards, the transition is seamless,
without any artifacts or frame loss. The SxS memory card
can be hot-swapped while shooting, without interrupting
the recording. This feature makes XDCAM EX products
ideal for a wide variety of long-form content-production
applications.
Recording Time (approx.)*
(on 32-GB memory card)
* When recording in HQ (35 Mbps) mode, actual recording times may
vary according to the bit rate adopted during VBR encoding.
HQ mode, 35 Mb/s VBR 100 minutes
SP mode, 25 Mb/s CBR 140 minutes
SD mode
High Reliability Memory
SxS memory cards resists considerable shock (1500 G) and
vibration (15 G). Adopting this memory recording system,
the unit’s mechanism is simplified. Also, a unique Salvage
function serves to restore content that is damaged by
power loss or memory disconnection during recording.*
* In some cases, images recorded just before an accident may not
be restored (four seconds maximum). No warranty is given on always
achieving content restoration.
Multiple-format Recording: 1080/720 and
Interlace/Progressive Switchable Operation
XDCAM EX products offer a wide array of recording
formats for multiple content-creation applications.
Recording mode is switchable between 1920 x 1080, 1280
x 720, and 1440 x 1080 resolutions. The scanning system
is also selectable from interlace and progressive, such as
59.94i, 50i, 59.94p, and 50p.
In addition, XDCAM EX camcorders* offer native 23.98p
progressive recording in 1920x1080 and 1280x720 modes,
while the XDCAM EX deck** offers 23.98p in 1920x1080
mode.
The PMW-EX30 supports the Record function in
29.97p/25p/23.98p mode and the EE/PB function in
29.97PsF/25PsF/23.98PsF mode through HD-SDI input/
output.** XDCAM EX camcorders do not support a PB
function, but do support an EE function in 23.98PsF mode.
An SxS memory card can simultaneously hold a mix of
multiple files in any of these recording formats, including
DVCAM files – a new capability of PMW-350 and PMW-EX1R
camcorders only – allowing flexible memory card use.***
* Images are handled on XDCAM EX camcorders as 23.98p, and
recorded as 59.94i signals via 2-3 pull-down in 1440x10 80/23.98p (SP)
mode.
** An early version of the PMW-EX30 requires upgrade to achieve these
capabilities. Please contact your local Sony service representative for
further details.
*** Memory card with material recorded by PMW-350 or PMW-EX1R
camcorders in HQ 1440x1080 or DVCAM mode cannot be read by
current PMW-EX1, PMW-EX3 camcorders and PMW-EX30 deck.
NTSC area PAL area NTSC area PAL area NTSC area PAL area
* The PMW-350 requires an optional hardware key, CBK-DV01.
Mode Sampling Resolution
PMW-350 / PMW-EX1R PMW-EX1 / PMW-EX3 PMW-EX30
IT Friendly
With XDCAM EX products, recordings are made as data
files in ISO-standardized MP4 format. File-based recording
allows material to be handled with great flexibility in an
IT-based environment for copying, transferring, sharing,
and archiving. These operations are accomplished without
loss, and without any re-digitizing process.
The recording system also allows for material to be viewed
directly on a Macintosh or PC – the user simply inserts the
SxS memory card into a computer’s ExpressCard slot and
uses the supplied Clip Browser Version 2.6 and compatible
nonlinear editing software, to view, edit, and search
metadata. This helps to improve workflow efficiency.
Acquisition Metadata (HD mode only)
As part of a variety of metadata such as shooting Date/
Time, OK status, Title, Shooter name, Description and
Essence Mark, XDCAM EX camcorders have a unique
capability of recording camera parameters onto the
recording media while shooting - such as Focus, Zoom, Iris,
Shutter, Gain, White Balance and Gamma.
Clip Browser V2.6 allows to review these acquisition
metadata in viewing clips, which is useful as a reference
for editing process or next shooting.
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XDCAM EX Camcorder
PMW-350
Only PMW-350K comes with lens.
Shotgun microphone and windscreen are supplied accessories.
Battery and wireless microphone unit shown in picture are optional
accessories.
The first Sony memory shoulder-mount camcorder with 2/3-inch imagers
The PMW-350, a new addition to the XDCAM EX family, is the first and long-awaited shouldermount camcorder in this Sony range. It comes equipped with cutting-edge imaging technology:
three 2/3-inch-type Exmor full-HD CMOS sensors, which give stunningly high-quality images with
high sensitivity and a high signal-to-noise ratio. The PMW-350 inherits a rich variety of features for
creative shooting from the successful camcorders that precede it – the PMW-EX1 and PMW-EX3.
Sony and the Environment
The PMW-350 is designed to be environmentally friendly thanks to its low power consumption, which is
around 60% less than conventional HD camcorders from Sony*.
This energy-saving design means that the camcorder emits less CO2 when in use.
* Based on a comparison with the HDW-700 full-HD shoulder camcorder from Sony with a 2/3-inch image sensor.
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Impressive Body Design
Designed to be very compact and ergonomically well
balanced, the PMW-350 provides a high level of mobility
and comfort in various shooting situations. It inherits these
qualities from the XDCAM HD 422 camcorders, which are
well accepted by broadcasters and post production houses.
In addition, it has a low center of gravity, ensuring
outstanding stability on the shoulder. The low-profile
design provides a wide space between the main frame of
the camera and the handle, and an unobstructed view
to the right-hand side of the camera operator. The main
body weighs only 3.2 kg (7 lb 1 oz), and it is one of the
lightest shoulder-mount camcorders with three 2/3-inch
full-HD imagers.
Three 2/3-inch-type Exmor Full-HD
CMOS Sensors
The PMW-350 is equipped with three newly developed
2/3-inch-type Exmor CMOS sensors, each with an effective
pixel count of 1920 (H) x 1080 (V). These deliver superior
picture performance with full-HD resolution. This 2/3-inchtype image sensor allows the camcorder to provide an
excellent sensitivity of F12, a remarkable signal-to-noise
ratio of 59 dB, and a high horizontal resolution of 1000 TV
lines.* In addition, the large 2/3-inch-type image sensors
can capture images with a shallower depth of field, giving
users more freedom of creative expression.
*In HD -SDI, HQ 1080 mode.
Lens Package Choice
There are two different models of the PMW-350. One is the
PMW-350K, which comes equipped with an HD lens with
16x zoom. The other is the PMW-350L, which comes without
a lens. Both models have a standard 2/3-inch bayonet
lens mount, and the user can choose from a wide variety
of optional lenses in the existing 2/3-inch HD lens lineup.
Unique Focus Operation –
Professional Manual Focus and Auto Focus
The supplied lens for the PMW-350K adopts a unique focus
ring mechanism, which offers two types of manual focus,
plus auto focus operation. The lens is equipped with two
independent focus wheel mechanisms, which can be
switched by sliding the focus ring forward and back.
When the focus ring is in the forward position, the lens
works in the same way as a typical auto focus lens. The
operator can select either Manual or Auto Focus mode
using the AF/MF switch on the lens. When the focus ring
is in the back position, the lens has an absolute focus
position, which is a familiar feature to professional users.
IrisZoomFocus
Low Power Consumption
There is no fan motor to ventilate the inside of the body,
and power consumption is only 15W*.
*Camcorder body only, in recording mode.
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Front : AF/MF
Back : Full MF
AF/MF Mode
• Full AF
• One-push AF
• MF
• AF/MF Assist
Full MF Mode
• Full MF
(absolute focus position)
AF Assist
The AF (Auto Focus) Assist function of the PMW-350K
enables operators to manually change focus positions
using the focus ring in AF mode. This means that AF
reference focus positions can be shifted manually to a
new position.
MF Assist
VF
VF
Recording
60 fps
1 sec
2.5 times slow motion
1 sec1 sec
Playback
24 fps
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58 59 60
2 3
22 23 24 25
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58 59 60
26 2746 47 48 49
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58 59 60
50 59 60
1 2
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The MF (Manual Focus) Assist function of the PMW-350K
helps to precisely focus on the target subject when
shooting in MF mode. When MF Assist is enabled, the
auto focus is momentarily activated when the user stops
adjusting the focus ring. The camera then finely focuses
on the subject that’s closest to the focal point of the lens
at that time.
Focus Magnification
At the touch of an assignable button, the center of the
screen on the PMW-350 viewfinder can be magnified
to about twice its size, making it easier to confirm focus
settings during manual focusing. When the switch is
released, the center of the screen goes back to normal
size.
Focus Mag ON
Optical ND Filters and Electrical CC Filters
The PMW-350 camcorder comes equipped with optical
ND (Neutral Density) filters and electrical CC (Color
Correction) filters. The optical ND filters are controlled
via a built-in ND filter wheel -- Clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, and
1/64ND. And with the electrical CC filters, users can easily
obtain the desired color temperature by setting the mode
– 3200K/4300K/560 0K/6300K – on a camcorder-assignable
switch. Users can select the four values cyclically, or
choose one preset value. This is also available via an
assignable switch. This is useful when a sudden change
occurs during shooting, and a quick and direct setting is
required.
23.98p Native Recording
Like other XDCAM EX camcorders, the PMW-350 offers
a native 23.98p* recording capability. This feature,
accompanied by other creative features, makes the
camcorder ideal for cinema production.
*In 1440 x 1080/23.98p (SP) mode, images are handled as 23.98p and
recorded as 59.94i signals via 2-3 pull-down.
Focus Mag
OFF
Selectable Peaking
The Peaking function of the PMW-350 can help operators
to quickly and accurately adjust the camera’s focus by
altering the way pictures are displayed on the viewfinder.
It can enhance the outline of images that the camera
focuses on most, and can change the color so that it
stands out. The operator can choose from various Peaking
settings for the required levels and outline colors.
Peaking OFF
ALAC
Peaking ON
(Automatic Lens Aberration Compensation)
This feature decreases any chromatic aberration caused
by the lens.* ALAC is activated only with the supplied
lens and with certain third-party lenses that incorporate
compensation data.*
*Please check with lens manufacturers for other ALAC suppor ted lens.
Image Simulated
Slow & Quick Motion Function
The PMW-350 offers a powerful Slow & Quick Motion
function – commonly known as over-cranking and undercranking by filmmakers – that enables users to create
unique looks with slow- and fast-motion special effects. The
PMW-350 can capture images at frame rates selectable
from 1 fps (frame per second) to 60 fps in 720p mode and
from 1 fps to 30 fps in 1080p mode, in increments of 1 fps.
For example, when viewed at 23.98p, images captured at
60 fps appear two and a half times slower than normal.
Conversely, images captured at 4 fps appear six times
faster than normal.
With this Slow & Quick Motion function, images are
recorded natively with no padded frames and at full
resolution. The obtained quality of slow- and fast-motion
images is significantly higher than those created in the
editing process. In addition, these slow- and quick-motion
images can be played back immediately after shooting,
without using any converters or processing on nonlinear
editing systems.
Example of slow motion mechanism
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Slow Shutter Function
To capture clear images in low-light environments, the
PMW-350 offers a Slow Shutter function. This not only
increases camera sensitivity but also, for enhanced
shooting creativity, produces a special blurring effect
when shooting a moving object. The shutter speed is
selectable from 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16, 32, and 64-frame
accumulation periods.
Selectable Gamma Curves
The PMW-350 offers a wide variety of gamma curves to
flexibly handle contrast, and give a specific look to an
image. In addition to six types of standard gamma curves,
there are four types of Hyper Gamma which are identical
to those on high-end CineAlta™ camcorders. Operators
can select the suitable preset gamma curve, depending
on scene requirements.
Interval Recording Function
The Interval Recording function of XDCAM EX camcorders
intermittently records one frame at pre-determined
intervals. This is convenient for shooting over long periods
of time, and also when creating special effects with
extremely rapid motion.
Image Inverter
With a DOF (Depth of Field) adaptor to attach a cinema or
still-camera lens to PMW-350 or PMW-EX1R camcorders, the
image is rotated 180 degrees. The Image Inverter function
normalizes the image by reverse scanning.
Turbo Gain
The Turbo Gain function can boost the camera gain up
to +42 dB, which helps reproduce images in very low-light
environments.
1440 x 1080 35Mbps Recording
PMW-350 and PMW-EX1R offer 1440 x 1080 35Mbps (VBR)
HQ mode recording at 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p.
DVCAM Recording and Playback with
Optional Hardware Key, CBK-DV01
DVCAM format recording and
playback are supported by the
CBK-DV01, an optional hardware key
that can be installed by the user.
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Frame Recording Function
Frame Recording is a unique feature of XDCAM EX
camcorder that is especially useful for clay animation
shooting. Using this function, images for pre-determined
frames are recorded every time the record button is
pressed.
Shutter Angle Settings
In addition to traditional electronic shutter speed
controls, adjustable in fractions of a second, XDCAM EX
camcorders offer shutter angle control, which is familiar to
filmmakers.
ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) & Hold
The Auto Tracing White Balance function of XDCAM EX
camcorders automatically adjusts the camera’s color
temperature according to changes in lighting conditions.
This function is useful when recording outside for long
periods, and the lighting changes gradually over time.
With PMW-350 and PMW-EX1R, the user can hold auto
tracing at a desired color balance via an assignable
switch.
Picture Cache Recording
With the PMW-350 Picture Cache Recording function, up
to 15 seconds of audio and video signals are buffered into
the camcorder’s internal memory even before the record
start button is pressed. This means that everything that
happens 15 seconds prior to the record start button being
pressed is recorded onto SxS memory card, helping to
prevent the loss of any unexpected, yet important, events.
The caching period can be adjusted by menu setting.
Four-channel Audio*
The PMW-350 is the first XDCAM EX camcorder to record
four channels of 16-bit, 48-kHz, linear PCM uncompressed
audio. Each channel level can be controlled by an
independent individual level controller.
*When an SxS memory card with four-channel audio is replayed by the
PMW-EX1, PMW-EX1R, PMW-EX3, or PMW-EX30, only CH-1/2 or CH-3/4 can
be replayed.
Total Level Control System (TLCS)
For all XDCAM EX camcorders, by activating TLCS, the
correct exposure is automatically set for normal, dark, and
very bright shooting environments by controlling the lens
iris, electronic shutter, and Auto Gain Control.
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Scene File System
The Scene File feature of the PMW-350 allows camera
operators to easily call up customized picture-tonal
settings – such as the parameters of matrix, detail,
gamma, and knee – to suit particular shooting conditions,
rather than having to readjust the camera each time. This
gives users greater operational efficiency. SxS memory
cards can be used for storing and loading scene files.
Viewfinder with 3.5-inch* Color LCD
The PMW-350 is equipped with a large, easy-to-view, color
LCD with a high resolution of 1920 x 480 pixels, which
simplifies focusing. The viewfinder can also be used to
instantly review recorded footage, as well as access the
camera’s set-up menus, view thumbnails, and display
status indications.
When the elbow block is opened up, the screen can be
monitored directly, and menu setting and thumbnails are
easily accessed using switches on the inside panel. The
PMW-350 also has an interface for the DXF-20W and
DX F- 5 1.**
*Viewable area measured diagonally.
**The supplied viewfinder and DXF viewfinder cannot be used
concurrently.
Wide Choice of Optional Microphones
Although the PMW-350 is equipped with a shotgun
microphone, three optional microphones – the ECM-680S,
ECM-678/9X and ECM-673/9X – are also available. As with
the supplied microphone, the ECM-680S can operate
in either Stereo or Monaural (Uni-directional) mode.
These modes can be selected from the switch on the
microphone or from the PMW-350 itself.
The camcorder is also equipped with a slot to
accommodate a DWR-S01D* digital wireless microphone
receiver, which provides two-channel audio with stable
and secure transmission that tolerates interference waves.
The WRR-855 Series microphone receiver can also be used
in this slot.
*The digital wireless microphone system is not available in countries
where prohibited by radio law.
Assignable Buttons for Quick Access to
Desired Functions
Frequently used functions can be programmed to six
assignable buttons on the PMW-350, allowing operators
to make rapid changes when working in the field. The
color temperature button and lens RET button also can be
utilized as additional assignable buttons.
Connector for supplied viewfinder
Connector for DXF viewfinder
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HDMI
The PMW-350 is equipped with an HDMI connector for
monitoring video output with a consumer display or
professional monitor with an HDMI input.
Camera Remote Control
A Sony 8-pin remote interface is supplied with the PMW-350.
Various camera settings can be remotely controlled
using an optional RM-B150 RM-B750, RCP-750, RCP-751,
RCP-920, or RCP-921 Remote Control Unit via its 8-pin
remote connector.* Composite output is always available
for monitoring purposes, regardless of HD/SD output
selection.
*Some controls on the remote control unit are not supported by the
PMW-350.
Selectable Shoulder Pad
The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted – either
forward or backward – to provide users with optimum
weight balance. This is particularly useful when the
camera is docked with any type of lens or camera
adaptor. In addition, no tools are required for this
adjustment. For those who prefer a soft shoulder pad,
there is the optional CBK-SP01.
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Camcorder View
Top View
Optical ND Filters
Slot for Wireless
Microphone Receiver
Control Buttons for Thumbnail Search
Connector Panel
SideRear
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