Sony HXR-NX70E hand-held camcorder

Sony HXR-NX70E hand-held camcorder

HXR-NX70E, 12.3MP, 1/2.88'' Exmor CMOS/ClearVid, G-Lens 26.3mm, 120x/10x, AVCHD 1080/50p, 16:9, 28Mb/s, Dolby Digital 2ch, 530min/96GB Flash, 3.5'' LCD 1920x480, A/V-Out, Component-Out, USB, mini HDMI, MS PRO Duo/MS PRO-HG Duo/SD/SDHC/SDXC, GPS, 1285g, Grey

Manufacturer
Sony
SKU
HXR-NX70E
22-06-2011
Dust and rain proof professional HD camcorder
For journalists, documentary makers and anyone else who needs capture superb content whatever the conditions, the dust and rain-proof HXR-NX70E is the perfect compact camcorder.

In low light conditions, its Exmor R™ CMOS sensor delivers roughly double the sensitivity of conventional CMOS sensors, while an ultra-wide angle 26.3mm Sony G Lens™ lets you capture more of the action in close shooting situations. You can also ‘geo-tag’ your precise location with built-in GPS, while 96 Gigabytes of embedded Flash Memory provides up to 40 hours of storage capacity - ideal when operating in remote locations.

The exceptionally robust NX70 doesn’t sacrifice picture quality however, with CinemaTone technology providing deeper, more film-like skin tones. And if you want precise, hands-on control there’s a switchable lens ring for manual control of focus, iris and zoom functions.

The HXR-NX70 is suitable for producing content for international usage thanks to the latest 50p recording options. It can also shoot still images simultaneously with video using a Dual Rec function, providing complete on location flexibility.

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.

Rain and Dust Proof Performance
You can be confident rainy or dusty shooting environments will not affect the reliable operation of the HXR-NX70E thanks to its IEC60529 IP54 rating. The camcorder’s sealed body design makes sure that harmful sand and large dust particles do not get inside. A waterproof performance rating of IPx4 means that the main camera body is protected against rain showers and water splashes.

A waterproof performance rating of IPx4 means that the main camera body is protected against rain showers and water splashes. However, it should not be submerged underwater or sprayed with pressurised water from a tap or hose. When used with accessories such as an external microphone, a rain cover should be used to protect the accessory and connection. IP5x rating does not guarantee 100% protection against exposure to extremely fine particles.

Ultra-wide Angle 26.3mm G lens
Engineered for superior optical performance, Sony G lenses deliver brilliant, accurate colour reproduction and sharp, amazingly detailed images. In addition, the 26.3mm focal length offers a broader perspective than previous lenses for enhanced wide angle shooting so you can capture more of the scene when close in.

Assignable Lens Ring (Focus/Zoom/Iris)
Get the most out of your camcorder with enhanced manual controls. The assignable lens ring allows for manual adjustment of focus, iris, and zoom settings so you have complete creative control.

Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation with Active Mode
Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation with Active Mode provides superior compensation for camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, the innovative 3-Way Shake-Cancelling feature adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.

Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor for superb low-light video
Journalists rarely shoot under studio lighting conditions and Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R™ CMOS sensor delivers stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor R™ sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximising the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in low-light conditions. The sensitivity is roughly double that of conventional CMOS sensors of the same size and pixel size.

1920 x 1080 Full HD 50p Recording with 12.3 Mega pixels still image capture
The compact HXR-NX70E shoots in Full High Definition quality (1920 x 1080) with a choice of 50p, 50i and 25p frame rates. It can also simultaneously shoot 12.3 Mega Pixel (4672 x 2628) still images (Note: Dual Rec is not active when recording mode is set to FX or PS.) It also supports playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV, for complete flexibility in reviewing your footage.

96GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 40 hours of HD recording
Built-in Flash memory provides extra capacity, ideal when working remotely, as well as providing additional workflow options for back-up and sharing content. 96GB embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 40 hours of high definition video footage in HD LP mode.

3.5” touch-screen XtraFine™ LCD display (921K)
The large 3.5” (16:9) XtraFine LCD screen (921K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily and alter setting to best represent the scene, even when outdoors in bright lighting conditions.

XLR adaptor with selectable phantom power and shotgun microphone
The detachable handle has a compact, ergonomic design. Two balanced XLR audio inputs are built in with phantom power and attenuation options that professional shooters require for clean sound quality. Default audio settings for XLR recording are highlighted in green for easy reference in the field in order to reduce operator error under difficult lighting conditions.

The ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone mounted on top of the handle provides audio recording performance similar to larger shoulder-mounted ENG style cameras.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver
A built-in GPS receiver makes the HXR-NX70 an ideal choice for professional videographers. The receiver gives you the ability to “geo-tag” shooting locations - making it easy if you need to return to the same location or to create a log when surveying remote locations. Your locations can be tracked on Google maps and all GPS data can be extracted with a PC.

Additionally, the receiver automatically adjusts your camcorder’s clock to the proper time zone when international travel is part of your assignment.

Direct Copy to external HDD without PC
Store content or backup important shots by copying footage directly from your camcorder to an external hard disk drive (sold separately) without using a computer. The HXR-NX70E can also access videos stored on an external hard drive for playback on HDTV, allowing you to utilise the camcorder’s handy playback features.

Storage

Camcorder media type 
Memory card
Flash memory
96 GB
Disc types supported 
N
Camcorder tape type 
N

Video

Full HD 
Y
Maximum video resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels
Video resolutions 
720 x 576 pixels
Video formats supported 
AVCHD, H.264, MPEG2, MPEG4
Capture modes
FXP, LP

Technical details

Colour of product 
Grey
Built-in display 
Y
Weight 
1.285 kg
Aperture range (F-F) 
1.8 - 3.4
Viewfinder
1226880 pixels
Focal length range (f-f) 
3.8 - 38 mm
Audio system 
Dolby Digital 2.0
Camera shutter speed 
1/6 - 1/10000s
Compatible memory cards 
MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display 
LCD
LED indicators
Y
Optical sensor size 
1/0.113 mm (1/2.88")
Optical zoom 
10x
Sensor type 
CMOS
Total megapixels 
12.3 MP
White balance 
Auto

Ports & interfaces

HDMI 
Y
Built-in microphone 
Y
Microphone in 
Y
XLR in
Y

Power

Power consumption (typical) 
3.6W

Display

Display resolution (numeric) 
921600 pixels
Display resolution 
1920 x 480 pixels

Technical details

Display diagonal 
8.89 cm (3.5")

Audio

PCM digital audio
16-bit/48 kHz

Lens system

Image stabilizer type
optical
Focus adjustment
Auto/Manual
Digital zoom 
120x
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
32.2 - 322 mm
Image stabilizer 
Y

Camera

Camcorder type 
Handheld camcorder
Minimum illumination 
3 lx

Operational conditions

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

Battery

Video recording time
3.6h
Battery voltage 
8.4V
Continuous video playback time
8.8h

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Cables included
AV, Component, USB
Handheld remote control 
Y
AC adapter included
Y
Batteries included
Y
Lens hood
Y
Quick start guide 
Y

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
3.7 cm
Width 
13.5 cm
Depth 
38.45 cm
Height 
17.4 cm

Other features

Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out 
1
USB 2.0 ports quantity 
1

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