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DVCAM format is developed as a more reliable and higher end format than consumer DV
format. Here explained are differences, compatibility, and limitations on editing about
DVCAM and DV formats.
Differences between DVCAM and DV formats
Item DVCAM DV
Track pitch 15 µm 10 µm
Audio sampling frequency 12 bit: 32 kHz 12 bit: 32 kHz
16 bit: 48 kHz 16 bit: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Audio recording mode
1)
Lock mode Unlock mode
Time code Drop frame system or Drop frame system only
Non-drop frame system (NTSC)
(DSR-PD100A)
1)
There are two modes for audio recording, lock mode and unlock mode. In lock mode, the
sampling frequencies of audio and video are synchronized. In unlock mode, which
consumer DV format adopts, the two sampling frequencies are independent. Therefore,
lock mode is more effective than unlock mode in digital processing and smooth transition
during audio editing.
Mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes
Both mini DVCAM and mini DV cassettes can be used on mini DVCAM or mini DV video
equipment. The recording format of picture is defined according to recorder’s format as
described below.
Recorder’s format Cassette’s format Recording format
DVCAM DVCAM DVCAM
DV DVCAM
DV DVCAM DV
DV DV
This digital camcorder complies with DVCAM format. Though mini DV cassettes can be
used for recording, we recommend you to use mini DVCAM cassettes to get the most out of
high reliability of DVCAM format. The recording time of mini DV cassettes is 2/3 shorter
than that indicated on the mini DV cassettes.
Compatibility on playback
Some tapes cannot be played back on mini DVCAM or mini DV video equipment.
Tape On DV video equipment On DVCAM video equipment
DV-formatted Can be played back Can be played back
(only when recorded in SP mode)
DVCAM-formatted Some equipments may be able Can be played back
to play back
Additional infoamation
Compatibility of DVCAM and DV formats