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The Art of Image-making
The progressive scan CCD sensor at the heart of the
HDW-F900R marks a significant advance in Sony HAD CCD
technology. It is a development that now makes possible
image capture over a range of frame rates, so that their
quality is at the highest possible level. This progressive scan
CCD sensor provides a sensitivity of f10 at 2,000 lux (at
59.94i) providing subjectively noise and grain-free pictures.
At 24 fps, with a 1/48-second shutter speed (equivalent to a
180º film camera shutter setting), the exposure index of the
HDW-F900R is approximately equivalent to 300 ISO*.
It allows the acquisition of gain-free imagery in deeply
shadowed areas of a scene.
Superb CCD highlight-handling
greatly extends the Exposure
Latitude of the camera
allowing directors the
dramatic freedom to shoot
and capture extreme
highlights in otherwise
low-key scenes.
*
Based on Sony’s own measurements.
The Mastery of Signal Processing
Picture Tonal Reproduction is substantially enriched in the
HDW-F900R by the adoption of an advanced CCD with a
wide dynamic range and a 12-bit A/D converter that is then
followed by powerful, high-speed, Advanced Digital Signal
Processing (ADSP). ADSP allows the active manipulation of
many picture parameters to expand the use of in-camera
effects.
New Ergonomics
As part of Sony’s continuous efforts to make the design of our
camcorders to be user-friendly and practical, stylish and
appealing, the design of the new HDW-F900R has been
greatly refined to increase the comfort and versatility. One
of the most significant features in the HDW-F900R design is
the camcorder’s compact size – the length of the camera
body is 20% shorter compared to the previous model. In
addition to its compact size, the HDW-F900R provides
HD-SDI output directly from the camera body, moving from
analog outputs of the preceding model. The more compact
nature of the camcorder makes it extremely easy and flexible
to use when shooting in space-constrained locations, such as
in a car. The HDW-F900R is also extremely lightweight –
2.6 kg lighter than the previous model. Even with the
viewfinder, battery, cassette, microphone, and a small
variable or fixed-focal length lens, the total weight is only
approximately 5.4 kg (12 lb). The streamlined design inherits
the superb weight distribution and balance from the previous
model, yet provides much higher mobility, making the
camcorder particularly suitable for hand-held shots. It also
sits comfortably on the shoulder and can be more easily
carried.
The HDW-F900R incorporates a B-4 lens mount that
facilitates quick lens replacement, which is also reinforced to
support heavy lenses.
All switches, meters, and indicators are positioned in the
most logical places for optimum functionality and ease of
use. It can be readily mounted on a Steadicam™ system or
mounted on a tripod, geared-head, or motion-control system.
This compact and lightweight camera opens new possibilities
for creative camera work, while delivering uncompromising
picture quality.
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