PXW-Z90V

Sony PXW-Z90V 4K HDR XDCAM Camcorder with Fast Fast Hybrid AF

Sony PXW-Z90V 4K HDR XDCAM Camcorder with Fast Fast Hybrid AF

  • 1" Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
  • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 30p
  • XAVC HD / QFHD & MPEG-2 HD Recording
  • 3G-SDI Output, 2.4 / 5 GHz Streaming
  • 2x SD Card Slots, Relay & Simul Modes
  • Built-in Microphone
  • 4K HDR with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
$2,798.00
Ships in 1-2 Weeks

The Sony PXW-Z90V 4K HDR XDCAM Camcorder with Fast Fast Hybrid AF offers broadcast-quality 4K with advanced features such as high-speed autofocus, Instant HDR workflow, up to 960fps* super-slow motion, and streaming at 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz** with QoS. The PXW-Z90V camcorder features a 1" Exmor RS CMOS sensor with UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution, a 12x Zeiss optical zoom, an OLED viewfinder, and a 3.5" touchscreen LCD monitor. It can record 4K in XAVC Long at 4:2:0, HD in XAVC Long at 4:2:2 10-bit, as well as MPEG HD at 4:2:2 (requires optional license key). S-Log3/S-Gamut3 functions offer users additional image control.

Hybrid AF system
The PXW-Z90 is palm-sized, ultra-lightweight to shoot in any situation, and its advanced Fast Hybrid AF system is designed to provide pin-sharp image quality at all times with complete creative control.

Delivers 4K HDR
The PXW-Z90 is the first professional camcorder to deliver stunning 4K High Dynamic Range (HDR) content with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) file-based workflows. S-Log3 is also supported, enabling you to create beautiful imagery with a wide color gamut and color range.

Real-Time Motion
High Frame Rate shots can turn everyday actions into slow motion ballet and the PXW-Z90 delivers a stunning 120 frames per second (fps) in Full HD XAVC 10bit 4:2:2, giving you continuous five-times slow motion expression. Higher frame rates up to 960fps using S&Q motion cache recording are also possible for even greater creative flexibility.

1” Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
To deliver imaging performance previously impossible for a compact camcorder, a large 14.2-megapixel (effective) 1.0-type stacked CMOS image sensor delivers beautiful background bokeh defocus effects and superior sensitivity for capturing high-quality images with less noise, even under dark or bright conditions. This sensor integrates up to 273 phase-detection AF points that densely cover approx. 84% of the image area, for precise tracking of subjects throughout the shooting frame. The sensor gives you low noise and less blur because more light reaches the sensor, offering clear and steady pictures even in a dark scene with a minimum illumination of 1.7 lux.

Fast Hybrid autofocus Captures
Enhanced Fast Hybrid autofocus (AF) is comprised of a number of features: Phase-detection AF with up to 273 reference points covering approximately 84% of the image area, face detection and lock-on autofocus technology to estimate subject movement. They all work together seamlessly to capture fast-moving subjects with amazing sharpness.

Auto Focus Creative Control
AF Drive Speed means you set the speed at which focus switches rapid for a sports event and slow for a drama production. It’s easy to get the results you need. AF Track Depth allows you to choose a Wide depth of field when a subject is fast moving, while Narrow fine tunes performance for a subject at a consistent distance. AF Switching Sensitivity lets you lock tight to a single subject or fluidly switch focus such as when shooting a line of runners.

HDR workflows
Shoot, edit and view HDR content in HLG without the need for additional color grading. As the expanding need for HDR content continues, Internet video platforms and professionals producing corporate or event content are paying more attention to the added value of HDR. They need to deliver content quickly, without compromising on imaging expression and quality of content. To meet this demand, the PXW-Z90 offers Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) recording, in addition to S-Log3, for easy file-based workflows, whilst achieving the image quality of HDR. This simple workflow enables the shooting, editing and viewing of HDR content in HLG, without devoting a lot of time to post-production work and additional color grading.

4K (QFHD) and HD
The PXW-Z90 allows you to record a wide range of 4K (QFHD) and HD formats for maximum flexibility from this stunning palm-sized camcorder. The Z90 supports XAVC QFHD 100 Mbps recordings at 30 p / 25 p / 24 p, XAVC HD Long GOP 422 50 Mbps, MPEGHD422 50 Mbps*, MPEGHD420 35 Mbps and AVCHD.

Networked for Mobility
The PXW-Z90 comes with 5 GHz* and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi as standard, simply turn on and log onto your preferred network to enable a host of advanced wireless production features:

*5 GHz support dependent on country/regional regulation.

  • Ustream® Direct Streaming allows you to share scenes as they happen with high-quality picture and sound without a switcher
  • QoS Streaming to XDCAM air allows images to be streamed live from the camcorder for viewing at a remote location
  • FTP Transfer allows content files recorded with MPEG HD 422/420 proxy feature (CBKZ-SLMP required) and other content files shot in XAVC (QFHD/FHD) and AVCHD formats to be sent over the internet for remote storage on an FTP server
  • XDCAM air can upload proxy footage to the cloud from multiple camera operators in the field, so editing can start immediately. Uploaded content can be accessed securely from any location. News teams can even start logging clips while shooting’s still going on, saving even more valuable time when a story’s breaking
  • Wi-Fi/NFC (Near Field Communication) with Content Browser Mobile™ allows the PXW-Z90 to be remotely controlled from a smartphone or tablet computer (iOS 9.0 – 10.3 or Android 4.4 through 7.1) via a Wi-Fi connection. One-touch authentication is also possible with smartphones that offer NFC connectivity
  • Wired LAN connection allows the PXW-Z90 to be connected to the internet over a wired connection via the separately available VMC-UAM2 USB adapter cable and network adapter kit (CBK-NA1), allowing files to be streamed or transferred by FTP

Zoom Lens with Control
The PXW-Z90 is supplied with a fixed 29-mm wide-angle ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T lens, ideal for capturing panoramic landscapes. The 12x optical zoom can be increased to 18x with Clear Image Zoom, maintaining QFHD resolution using Super Resolution Technology or 24x in HD. In addition, the digital extender can double this range again, up to 48x zoom. The camcorder’s lens ring enables smooth, natural adjustment of focusing or zooming, depending on which mode is selected, while the manual dial and buttons on the side of the body allow swift and easy adjustment of IRIS (aperture), ISO/GAIN, and shutter speed.

Monitoring with OLED Viewfinder
You have monitoring options with the Z90, an enhanced 0.39-type 2359 K dot OLED viewfinder, and a 3.5-type 1550 K dot LCD. The super high-resolution OLED viewfinder offers excellent quality brightness, contrast, and response, giving you better precision of manual focus operations and eliminating any color-breaking phenomenon. The LCD gives you further flexible composition options.

Dual XLR inputs
The Z90 has two XLR connectors, so even if you remove the handle with its standard, easy-access XLR connector then a second on the body is still available, making it ideal for applications such as shooting in a confined space, such as a car interior, or when mounting on a gimbal.

Remote operation
The PXW-Z90 has a featured remote interface 2.5 mm stereo mini-mini jack wired interface. Using a wired remote controller such as the RM-1BP or RM-30BP: the focus, zoom, rec start/stop and rec review can be controlled remotely. The camcorder can connect to the optional RM-30BP and MCX-500 Multi-Camera Live Producer to form a simple live solution.

Specs
 
In the box Sony PXW-Z90V
XLR handle unit 
Lens hood
Lens cap 
Large eyecup 
Accessory shoe kit 
USB cable
Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FV70A) 
AC Adaptor (AC-L200D) 
Power cord (mains lead) 
Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-845) 
Lithium battery (CR2025 for the Wireless Remote Commander) 
Pre-installed to the Wireless Remote Commander
Operating Guide 
CD-ROM “Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder"
Limited 1-year Warranty 
   
Video Interface  
Video Outputs 1 x HDMI 
1 x BNC (Composite) 
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) 
Audio Inputs 2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic/Line Level (+48 V Phantom Power) 
Audio Outputs 1x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Stereo Headphone 
Other I/O 1 x USB Micro-B
1 x USB Micro-B Control
1 x 2.5 mm LANC Control
Wireless Interfaces 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Wi-Fi
   
Imaging  
Image Sensor 1-Chip 1" CMOS Sensor
Effective Sensor Resolution 14.2 MP
Gain -3 to 33 dB
Minimum Illumination 1.7 lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed
White Balance Range 2300 to 15,000K
   
Lens  
35mm Equivalent Focal Length 29mm
Max Digital Zoom 48x
   
Camera  
Shutter Speed 1/6 to 1/10,000 sec
Built-In ND Filter Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Built-In Microphone Type Stereo
Recording Media 1 x SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo Hybrid Card Slot
1 x SDXC Card Slot
   
Recording  
Broadcast System Compatibility NTSC, PAL
Recording Modes XAVC:
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (60 to 100 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (35 to 50 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (25 to 50 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
AVCHD:
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (24 to 28 Mb/s)
Variable Frame Rates UHD: 1 to 30 fps 1080p: 1 to 120 fps
Audio Recording 2-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz
   
Display  
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 3.5"
Screen Resolution 1,560,000 Dots
   
EVF  
EVF Display Type OLED
Screen Size 0.39"
EVF Resolution 2,360,000 Dots
   
Power  
Power Connectors 1 x Barrel Input
Power Consumption 6.9 W
   
Physical  
Environment
Storage Temperature: -4 to 40°F / -20 to 60°C
Dimensions 5.1"x 7.1" x 11.3"
Weight 2.2 lb
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