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DSR400K
DVCAM 3CCD Camcorder with 17X Lens
$13,991.00 U.S. List Price
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Replaces DSR-390L. Introducing our new generation DSR-400 camcorder featuring 3-2/3" Power HAD™ EX CCD's. The DSR-400K model includes a 17X 2/3" CCD lens. Some of the features of the DSR-400 camcorder are new style and rugged alloy body construction, interchangeable 2/3" zoom-lenses, Power HAD EX CCD's, Full Digital Signal Processing, high resolution 1.5" B&W viewfinder (DXF-801) and LCD panel, Memory Stick® Scene file storage and software upgrade, compact & lightweight, adjustable shoulder pad, video light connector, electronic color temperature adjustment, jog dial menu control, DV and DVCAM™ recording, and professional audio features. RCP-D50/RCP-D51 cannot be used (not compatible) with DSR-400 camcorders.
Highlights:
- New style & rugged alloy body construction
- Interchangeable 2/3" zoom lenses
- Power HAD EX CCD's
- Full DSP (Digital Signal Processing)
- High Resolution 1.5" B&W viewfinder (DXF-801) and LCD panel
- Memory Stick Scene file storage and software upgrade
- Compact & Lightweight
- Adjustable Shoulder Pad
- Video Light Connector
- Electronic Color Temperature Adjustment
- Jog Dial Menu Control
- DV and DVCAM Recording
- Professional Audio Features
| Features: | Benefits: |
|---|---|
| New style & rugged alloy body construction | features a new body, new CCD & new DSP with significant improvements in reliability, ruggedness, & functionality. |
| Interchangeable 2/3" zoom lenses | Wide choice of lenses (2/3"-B2 mount). Professional operation (manual iris/zoom/focus settings). Accurate F stop indication feedback on VF |
| Power HAD EX CCD's | Incorporates three new high sensitivity low noise 2/3 inch 4:3 Power HAD EX CCD's for the ighest picture performance: virtually unperceivable V-Smear (-140Db); High signal-to-noise ratio (65Db typical) |
| Full DSP (Digital Signal Processing) | Advanced full DSP for high signal stability and superb imaging performance under all lighting conditions. DSP integrates many exclusive features which enhance the picture quality and improve the operation of the camcorder: TruEye™ Signal Processing (for natural contrast reproduction even under extreme lighting conditions), DynaLatitude™ function, Skin Tone DTL function, Black-Stretch/Compress function, easy to use menu functions, & 0.5 lux min. illumination with Hyper Gain Switch (+36Db). POOL FEED IS NOT AVAILABLE for DSR-400 models. |
| High Resolution 1.5" B&W viewfinder (DXF-801) and LCD panel | For precise focusing and picture control. The provided DXF-801 viewfinder includes many features: VF Light (LED) to light up the focus and iris ring area of the lens in dark situations (high/low/off switchable); 3 Tally lamp levels (switchable-high/low/off); Vertical and horizontal detail level control via PEAKING potentiometer; High resolution 2.5 inch (viewable area, measured diagonally) LCD panel viewable in bright sunlight. |
| Memory Stick Scene file storage and software upgrade | The DSR-400 has a new Memory stick scene file storage capability equivalent to that available on the igh end camcorders. Settings of the camera can be stored in customer an dcan also be shared by e-mail. This media can be used for service and software upgrades. |
| Compact & Lightweight | Very compact and fits perfectly on the shoulder. The weight balance is optimized to support extended shoulder shooting. |
| Adjustable Shoulder Pad | the new adjustable shoulder pad allows hours of operation without painful pressure points as is common with conventional, harder shoulder pad types |
| Video Light Connector | Optional (50W max.) video light equipment can be connected directly to the camcorder and powered from the video light connector. The light can be synchronized with the VTR Start/Stop switch or switched manually on/off. |
| Electronic Color Temperature Adjustment | Switching of color temperature electronically (via menu). Thus, the 5600K optical filter rarely needs to be employed (save 2/3 f-stop of sensitivity under daylight conditions). Adjustment of color temperature over a very wide range to achieve artistic painting effects and/or to influence the overall color reproduction. |
| Jog Dial Menu Control | Simplified menu operation-especially useful under time critical ENG production applications |
| DV and DVCAM Recording | All DVCAM format benefits are incorporated. High reliability vs consumer or professional DV. Long recording time-up to 3 hours of DVCAM on one tape. Extra long 4 1/2 hour DV SP recording |
| Professional Audio Features | 48 KHz/32kHz recording with 16-bit quantization. Two switchable balanced aduio XLR inputs: Line input, Mic input, Attenuated Mic Input. AGC (Automatic Gain Control) or manual adjustment |
Other Inputs/Outputs
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| DC Output | 4-pin (for wireless microphone receiver), DC 12 V (max. 0.2 A) |
| Light | 2-pin, DC 12 V, max. 50 W |
| DC Input | DC input |
| Lens | 12-pin |
| Battery Terminal | 5-pin |
| VF | 20-pin |
| Wireless Microphone | 7-pin |
VCL-917FY LENS (for the DSR-400K package)
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Angle of View | Wide: 32 1/8 x 24 1/8 inches (815 x 611 mm) Tele: 1 7/8 x 1 7/16 inches (47 x 36 mm) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5 5/8 x 4 x 8 5/8 inches (139.8 x 99.5 x 218.9 mm ) |
| F-Number | F1.9 |
| Focal Length | 3/8 to 6 1/8 inches (17:19 to 155 mm) |
| Iris Control | Servo/Manual switchable |
| Minimum Object Distance | 35 1/2 inches (0.9 m) |
| Weight | Approx.3 lb 3 oz (1.45 kg) (including a lens hood) |
| Zoom Control | Servo/Manual switchable |
| Zoom Ratio | 0.7090277777777777 |
Viewfinder
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Indicators | REC TALLY (2), TAKE TALLY, BATT, SHUTTER, GAIN UP |
| CRT | 1.5-inch type monochrome |
| Horizontal Resolution | 600 TV lines |
Monitor
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Built-in Monitor | 2.5-inch type color LCD monitor, resolution: 214,000 (964 x 222) pixels |
Signal Inputs/Outputs
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Audio Input | (CH-1/2) XLR-3 (2) Female -60 dBu/+4 dBu 10 kΩ Balanced |
| Audio Output | (CH-1/2) Pin-jacks (2), -10dBu, 47 kΩ |
| Microphone Input | XLR-3 Female -60 dBu |
| Time Code Input | BNC 0.5 to 18 Vp-p 10 kΩ |
| Headphone Output | Mini-jack |
| Monitor Output Connector | Monitor output |
| Time Code Output | BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω |
Signal Inputs/Outputs - Video Outputs
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| i.LINK | i.LINK, 6-pin IEEE 1394-based |
Signal Inputs/Outputs - Video Inputs
| Specifications: | Detail: |
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| Genlock video | BNC 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ω |
Video Performance
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Quantization | 8 bits |
| Fast Forward Time | Approx. 45 s (with the PDVM-40ME), approx. 2 min 30 s (with the PDV-184ME) |
| Recommended Recording Media | PDV-184ME/124ME/94ME/64ME/34ME/184N/124N/94N/64N/34N, PDVM-184ME/124ME/94ME/64ME/34ME/184N/124N/94N/64N/34N |
| Record/Playback time | DVCAM: 184 min (with the PDV-184ME), DV SP: 276 min (with the PDV-184ME) |
| Rewind Time | Approx. 45 s (with the PDVM-40ME), approx. 2 min 30 s (with the PDV-184ME) |
| Sampling Frequency | Y: 13.5 MHz, R-Y/B-Y: 3.375 MHz |
Video Performance - Recording Format
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Audio | 2 ch/16-bit/48 kHz, 2 ch/12-bit/32 kHz |
| Video | DVCAM/DV (SP) (25 Mb/s) |
Camera Performance - Optical System
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Built-in Filters | 1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND |
| Lens Mount | 2/3-inch type Sony bayonet mount |
| Spectral System | F1.4 prism (with quarts filter) |
Camera Performance - Electrical Characteristics
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| ECS | 60 to 6000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 0.5 lx (F1.4 lens, +36 dB gain, shutter off) F11 (typical) (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance) |
| Shutter Speed | 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 s |
| Vertical Resolution | 450 TV lines (with EVS), 400 TV lines (without EVS) |
| Video S/N Ratio | 920 TV lines 65 dB (typical) |
| A/D Conversion | 12 bits |
| Gain Selection | -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36 dB (for GAIN LOW, GAIN MID, GAIN HIGH and GAIN TURBO positions) |
| Scan format | 525/59.94i |
| Signal System | NTSC color system |
| Smear Level | -140 dB (typical) |
| Sync System | Internal and External with the VBS or BS signal |
Camera Performance - Pickup Device
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Effective Pixels | 1038 x 1008 |
Camera Performance
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Effective Pixels | 980 x 988 |
| Pickup Device | 3-chip 2/3-inch type Power HAD EX CCD |
Audio Performance
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 48 kHz: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5/-1.0 dB, 32 kHz: 20 Hz to 14.5 kHz +0.5/-1.0 dB |
| Distortion | Less than 0.12% (at 1 kHz, reference level, 48 kHz) |
| Dynamic Range | More than 80 dB |
General
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 14 lb 5 oz (6.5 kg) (with viewfinder microphone BP-GL65 battery mini-size DVCAM cassette VCL-917BY lens) |
| Power Requirements | DC 12V (11 to 17V) |
| Power Consumption | 17W (when recording with the LCD monitor off) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 degrees C to 40 degrees C (32 degrees F to 104 degrees F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 degrees C to 60 degrees C (-4 degrees F to 140 degrees F) |
| Operating Humidity | 25 to 85% |
| Continuous Operating Time | Approx. 300 min. with BP-GL95 battery. REC mode |
Microphone
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Microphone | Electret condenser microphone (detachable) |
Supplied Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| VCTU14 | Tripod adaptor for professional cameras and camcorders | $221.45 | Get details |
Optional Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPGL95 | Graphite Lithium-Ion Battery | $669.50 | Get details |
| BPL80S | Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery pack (83.5Wh) | $618.00 | Get details |
| BCL70 | Portable 2 channel battery charger for lithium-ion batteries | $813.70 | Get details |
| BCM150 | Ni-MH & Lithium-Ion Battery Charger | $1,390.50 | Get details |
| ACDN10 | AC Adaptor/Charger | $721.00 | Get details |
| WRR855S42/44 | Portable Plug-In Diversity Tuner | $1,836.00 | Get details |
| LC424TH | Shipping Case with Built-in Wheels by Thermodyne | $463.50 | Get details |
| ECM678 | Shotgun Microphone | $789.00 | Get details |
| CAWR855 | Camera Mounting Adapter for WRR-855S Wireless Tuner | $640.00 | Get details |
| ECM674 | Shotgun Microphone | $416.00 | Get details |
| BPL60S | Hard Carbon Lithium-Ion Battery | $468.65 | Get details |
| BPGL65 | Graphite Lithium-Ion Battery | $360.50 | Get details |
| ECM673 | Shotgun Microphone | $347.00 | Get details |
| BCL500 | 4CH Lithium-Ion Battery Charger | $1,751.00 | Get details |
| Fujinon "A" or Canon "YJ" series lenses--2/3" CCD type lenses |
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDV124ME | PROF. STD DVCAM 124MIN. | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV94N | PROF STD DVCAM 94MIN NON CHIP | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV34N | PROF STD DVCAM 34MIN NON CHIP | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV124N | STD PROF DVCAM 124MIN NON CHIP | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV184N | PROF STD DVCAM 184MIN NON CHIP | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV12CL | PROF. DVCAM CLEAN CASS LARGE | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV64N | PROF STD DVCAM 64MIN NON CHIP | List price not available | Get details |
| PDV184ME | PROF. STD DVCAM 184MIN. | List price not available | Get details |
Product Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| v-2270.pdf | 06/21/2005 | pdf / 2,131K | Download now |
Service
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPSCAM20RSEW3 | 3 Year Extended Warranty for Camcorders with list $10,001-$20,000 | $349.95 | Get details |