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8MM Cassettes
8MM give you the picture quality, durability, and reliability demanded for professional applications.
Betacam SP, Betacam SX, MPEG IMX
Designed specifically for Betacam equipment, Betacam tape is the broadcast standard videocassette from Sony.
Digital Betacam
BCT-D is a new stage of metal videocassette tape in terms of durability and long-term archive capability.
DVCAM
DVCAM tape is the choice for professional 6mm recording, featuring more DLC and a professional album case.
HDCAM SR
HDCAM SR Series cassettes contain the most advanced metal particle tape in Sony’s ½” broadcast tape family.
Hi8
Offers high performance in acquisition and durability under punishing conditions of editing.
XDCAM EX: SxS Cards
SxS-1 cards support 1.2Gbps transfers resulting in faster ingest time for professional HD video applications.
Digital Master
Digital Master was designed to offer a cost-conscious upgrade path from SD HD video.
LTO
Sony LTO storage cartridges provide high capacity and high-speed transfer for archival of critical data.
XDCAM EX: HDD Unit
Docks directly to EX camcorder. Record times of 120 minutes in the HQ mode.
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Solutions & Technology
HDV
The Truth About Tape Lubricant.
Discontinued Models
View a list of our discontinued models and access brochures, manuals, and more.
Articles & Case Studies
Phillip Linson: Vice Dean, American Film Institute Conservatory
"Whether it's interior under hot lights or outside ranging from the desert to the snow..."
Michael McDonagh: Director of Photography
"I haven't had and problems with Sony in shooting."
Videos & Demos
The World's First Gigabit Ethernet HD AV/IT Recorder.
Experience an interactive video e-tutorial and find out why the PDW-HD1500 is much more than...
Mobile Storage Unit Interactive Demo
Click to view demo.
Test Drive a Mobile Storage Unit at a Dealer Near You
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Brooke Rudnick - Wedding Videographer & Digital Editor
Capture every moment with DigtialMaster™ tape and CompactFlash™ Cards for a reliable workflow.
Press Releases
Sony Storage Media Teams With Seagate Technology
For LTO Data Recovery Services
Sony Highlights Family of Media Backbone Solutions at NAB 2012
Scalable, open and efficient technologies for file-based workflows in a range of applications.
Brochures
DVCAM Renaissance Program
Introducing the DVCAM Renaissance Program.
Sony Media Services
Restoration and Recovery
SxS-1 Memory Cards SBS-32G1A/SBS64G1A Spec Sheet
Now with 1.2Gpbs transfer speed and 64GB capacity.
Mobile Storage Unit Spec Sheet
Lighten your load; expand your recording time.
Downloads
SxS Memory Card / Hardware Compatibility Chart
Firmware required for SxS memory card compatibility.
SxS Device Driver for Windows
Click here to find the latest upgrades for your model.
SxS Device Driver for Mac
Click here to find latest upgrades for your model with Thunderbolt compatibility.
Mobile Storage Unit Firmware Update Notice
Click here to learn more.
Additional Resources
Things to Know
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Media Sales Offices
Eastern Sales Office
1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
(847) 372-6433
Western Sales Office
16530 Via Esprillo
San Diego, CA 92127
(714) 585-5217
Media Recovery and Technical Support
Sony Media Services
Building B, Suite 100
11302 East Point Drive
Laredo, TX 78045
Phone: 877-440-3453
Professional Disc Dual Layer Model Update
Sony Professional Services & Programs
Lower costs, increase control and maximize uptime with Sony, a leader in Professional Services.
Media Warranty Information
Have a problem with your camera or tape deck?
Cameras - Production products are serviced in both our Eastern and Western Services Facilities.
Eastern Service Facility
Sony Electronics Customer Service
123 W. Tryon Ave.
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: 201.833.5300
Fax: 201.833.5312
Western Service Facility
Sony Electronics Customer Service
2706 Media Center Dr., Suite 130
Los Angeles, CA 90065
Phone: 866.766.9272
























