Sony HVR-Z5E

HVR-Z5E, HDV/DV-CAM, 1/3" CMOS, 1/4 - 1/10000 s, 8.128 cm (3.2 ") LCD, 1.5 lx, 6.92 h, 2.2 kg, Black

Manufacturer
Sony
SKU
HVRZ5E
29-04-2011
The HVR-Z5E is designed to enhance creativity and deliver the highest standard of optical and audio quality.

Sony's newly designed G Lens™ is incorporated into the camcorder, boasting excellent resolution, colour and contrast, for breathtaking images.

3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor ™ system utilising the technology of Exmor™ provides excellent low-light sensitivity. This compact camcorder is ideal when high performance in available light conditions is a requirement. The ergonomically designed body allows flexible shooting under any conditions, while maintaining Sony's worldwide reputation for quality and high performance.

The HVR-Z5E's standard features include 1080/25p HDV native progressive recording modes.

Sony's cutting-edge HYBRID recording system offers use of an optional HVR-DR60 or HVR-MRC1K. This allows simultaneous recording of HDV and/or standard DV/DVCAM to dual media for improved NLE and archive workflow efficiency.

This product comes with the full PrimeSupport package. That’s fast, hassle-free repairs, a helpline offering expert technical advice, and a free loan unit while yours is repaired. Plus the peace of mind that Sony is looking after your equipment – and your business.

Storage

Camcorder media type 
Videotape
Camcorder tape type 
HDV, Mini-DV

Video

Full HD 
Y
Supported video modes 
1080i, 1080p, 576i

Technical details

Colour of product 
Black
Weight 
2.2 kg
Viewfinder
1226880 pixels
Focal length range (f-f) 
4.1 - 722 mm
Camera shutter speed 
1/4 - 1/10000s
Display 
LCD
Optical sensor size 
1/0.118 mm (1/3")
Optical zoom 
20x
Sensor type 
CMOS
White balance 
Auto, Manual
Total megapixels 
1.12 MP
Viewfinder type 
Optical

Ports & interfaces

HDMI 
Y
DC-in jack 
Y
Built-in microphone 
Y
DV port 
Y
Microphone in 
Y
XLR in
Y

Power

Battery type 
NP-970
Power consumption (typical) 
7.1W
Battery life (max) 
6.92h
Power requirements
8.4V DC

Performance

Auto focus 
Y

Display

Display resolution (numeric) 
921600 pixels
Touch screen 
N

Technical details

Display diagonal 
8.13 cm (3.2")

Image sensor

Effective megapixels (movie)
1.037 MP

Lens system

Image stabilizer type
optical
Focus adjustment
Auto/Manual
Digital zoom 
1x
Image stabilizer 
N

Camera

Minimum illumination 
1.5 lx

White balance

Indoor white balance
Y
Onepush white balance
Y
Outdoor white balance
Y

Viewfinder

Viewfinder screen size
1.14 cm (0.45")

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) 
0 - 40 °C

Battery

Battery voltage 
7.2V

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Cables included
AC
AC adapter included
Y

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
7.2 cm
Width 
16.9 cm
Depth 
45.1 cm
Height 
18.8 cm