Sony Pmw-300
Sony Pmw-300
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PMW-300 K MANUAL
PMW family brochure
Overview
Sony PMW-300
Semi-shoulder handheld camcorder with multi-camera operations
The Sony PMW-300 K XDCAM camcorder is equipped with three 1/2-inch Exmor™ full-HD CMOS sensors, capable of delivering high-quality images even in low-light environments. Ample support for interchangeable lens and a robust metal body further ensure that PMW-300 K is suitable for a wide range of applications. Furthermore, the PMW-300 K offers a convenient remote-control and multi-camera operation capability, which allows use with high-end camera systems. There are two SxS memory card slots, taking SxS Pro or SxS-1 cards, as well as having SDXC card compatibility (exFAT recordings only)*. The camcorder’s user menu is also customizable.
XAVC 10-bit HD 422 and MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps recordings ideal for a wide range of shooting conditions
An evolution of Sony’s industry leading PMW-EX3, the PMW-300K is able to record XAVC 10-bit HD422 recordings, including XAVC Intra frame 10-bit HD 422 100 Mbps and XAVC Long GOP 10-bit HD 422 (low bit rate). Also records 50Mbps HD material in MPEG-2 HD422, meeting broadcast standards around the world, including the European Broadcasting Union’s (EBU) requirements on HD broadcast acquisition for long form program making, and Standard Definition recording includes DVCAM format and MPEG IMX SD up to 50Mbps. MPEG IMX format offers exceptional visual quality for SD recording that is comparable to Digital Betacam broadcast standard.
The high bit rate ensures excellent capture of fast moving objects, while its chroma subsampling feature is perfect for a wide range of video encoding areas such as VFX and green screen applications. The camcorder can also support Sony’s revolutionary XAVC codec, extending the lifecycle of the product to ensure maximum return on investment.
Specifications
Sony PMW-300 K
General
Mass
Approx 2.2 kg (without lens, VF)
Approx. 4 Lb 14 oz (without lens)
Approx. 3.9 kg (with lens hood, viewfinder, BP-U30 battery, a SxS memory card)
Approx. 8 lb 9.6 oz (with lens hood, eye piece, BP-U30 battery, a SxS memory card)
Dimensions (W x H x D) *259x239x405mm (101/4×91/2x16inches) (with lens & viewfinder, without protrusions) Power RequirementsDC 12 V Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
32°F to 104°F Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C
-4°F to +140°F
Recording Format (Video)**
XAVC
XAVC-I mode: CBG, 112 Mbps max.
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
UDF
HD422 mode: CBR, maximum bit rate: 50 Mbps, MPEG-2 422P@HL
HD420 mode: VBR, 35 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@HL
SD mode: MPEG IMX 50Mbps
SD mode : DVCAM 25Mbps
FAT
HQ 1920 mode: VBR, 35 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@HL
HQ 1440 mode: VBR, 35 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@HL
HQ 1280 mode: VBR, 35 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@HL
SP 1440 mode: CBR, 25 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@H-14
DVCAM mode: DVCAM
DVCAM mode: DVCAM 25Mbps (AVI) Recording Frame RateexFAT
XAVC-I mode: CBG, 112 Mbps max.
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
1920 × 1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p,
23.98p
1280 × 720/59.94p, 50p
UDF
HD422 Mode: MPEG-2 422P@HL, 50Mbps/ CBR
– 1920×1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
– 1280×720/ 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
HD420 Mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps/ VBR
1920×1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1440×1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1280×720/ 59.94p, 50p, 23.98p
SD Mode: IMX50
720×486/ 59.94i, 29.97PsF
720×576/ 50i, 25PsF
SD Mode: DVCAM
720×486/ 59.94i, 29.97PsF
720×576/ 50i, 25PsF
FAT
HQ 1920 Mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps/ VBR
- 1920×1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
HQ 1440 Mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps/ VBR
- 1440×1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
HQ 1280 Mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps/ VBR
- 1280×720/ 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
SP 1440 Mode: MPEG-2 MP@H-14, 25Mbps/ CBR
- 1440×1080/ 59.94i, 50i, 23.98p (2-3 pull down)
Recording/Playback Time**
exFAT
XAVC-I mode
When using SBP-128B (128 GB): Approx. 120 minutes
When using SBP-64B / SBS-64G1A (64GB): Approx. 60 minutes
When using SBS-32G1A (32GB): Approx. 30 minutes
FAT
HQ 1920/HQ 1440 mode/HQ 1280 mode:
Approx. 400 min with SBP-128B (128 GB) memory card
Approx. 200 min with SBP-64B/ SBS-64G1A (64 GB) memory card
Approx. 100 min with SBS-32G1A (32 GB) memory card
Lens
Lens Mount
Sony 1/2-inch type EX mount
Zoom Ratio14x (optical), servo/manual Focal Lengthf = 5.8 – 81.2 mm (equivalent to 31.4-439 mm on 35 mm lens) IrisF1.9 – F16 and Close auto/manual selectable FocusAF/MF/Full MF selectable,
800 mm to ∞ (MACRO OFF),
50 mm to ∞ (MACRO ON, Wide),
735 mm to ∞ (MACRO ON, Tele) Image StabilizerON/OFF selectable, shift lens Filter DiameterM77 mm, pitch 0.75mm
Camera Section
Imaging Device (Type)
3-chip 1/2-inch type “Exmor” Full HD CMOS
Effective Picture Elements
1920 (H) x 1080 (V)
Optical SystemF1.6 prism system Built-in Optical FiltersOFF: Clear, 1: 1/4ND, 2: 1/16ND, 3: 1/64ND Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance)F11 (typical) (1920 x 1080/59.94i mode) Minimum Illumination0.12 lx (typical) (1920 x 1080/59.94i mode, F1.9, +18 dB gain, with 64-frame accumulation, Gamma off, 100% video level)
0.02 lx (typical) (1920 x 1080/59.94i mode, F1.9, +18 dB gain, with 64-frame accumulation, Gamma on, 50% video level) S/N Ratio60 dB (Y) (typical) Shutter Speed1/32 sec to 1/2,000 sec Slow & Quick Motion Function720p: Frame rate selectable from 1 fps to 60 fps
(from 1 fps to 50 fps in PAL area setting in UDF mode)
1080p: Frame rate selectable from 1 fps to 30 fps
(from 1 fps to 25 fps in PAL area setting in UDF mode) White BalancePreset (3200K), Memory A,
Memory B/ATW Gain-3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC Gamma CurveSelectable
Input / Output
Audio InputXLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
Line: +4dBu
Mic: -70dBu–30dBu Video OutputBNC (x1), HD-Y/Composite
1.0Vp-p, 75Ω
(switchable to Genlock in) Audio OutputPhono jack (CH-1,CH-2) SDI OutputBNC (x2), HD/SD selectable
SMPTE 292M/259M standards i.LINKIEEE 1394, 4-pin (x1), HDV (HDV 1080i) input/output, DV input/output, S400 Timecode InputBNC (x1) (switchable to TC out)
SMPTE 12M-2-2008 standard
0.5V-1.8Vp-p, 10kΩ Timecode OutputBNC (x1) (switchable to TC in)
SMPTE 12M-2-2008 standard
1.0Vp-p, 10kΩ Genlock InputBNC (x1) (switchable to Video out)
1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω Headphone OutputStereo mini jack (x1)
-18dBu 16Ω Speaker OutputMonaural, 150mW DC InputDC jack Remote8-pin Lens Remote8-pin, round HDMI OutputType A (x1) Monitoring
Viewfinder3.5-inch type color LCD: 960 (H) x 3 (RGB) x 540 (V), 16:9 Built-in MicrophoneOmni-directional stereo electret condenser microphone.
