Sony PMW-300K1 hand-held camcorder

1/2" Exmor Full HD CMOS, F1.6 p, 1000 TV, 1/32 - 1/2,000 sec, 5.8 - 81.2 mm, AF/MF/Full MF, USB, HDMI

Manufacturer
Sony
SKU
PMW-300K1
31-08-2013
Semi-shoulder handheld camcorder integrates with multi-camera operations

The PMW-300K1 XDCAM camcorder is equipped with three 1/2-inch Exmor™ full-HD CMOS sensors, capable of delivering high-quality images even in low-light environments. Ample support for interchangeable lensand a robust metal body further ensure that PMW-300K1 is suitable for a wide range of applications. Additionally, the PMW-300K1 offers a convenient remote-control and multi-camera operation capability, which allows use with high-end camera systems.

HD 422 50 Mbps recordings ideal for a wide range of shooting conditions with XAVC future-proofing

An evolution of Sony’s industry leading PMW-EX3, the PMW-300K1 is able to record 50Mbps HD material in MPEG-2 HD422, meeting broadcast standards around the world, including the European Broadcasting Union’s (EBU) requirements on HD broadcast acquisition for long form programme making. Standard Definition recording includes DVCAM format and MPEG IMX SD up to 50Mbps. MPEG IMX format offers exceptional visual quality for SD recording that is comparable to Digital Betacam broadcast standard. The high bit rate ensures excellent capture of fast moving objects, while its chroma subsampling feature is perfect for a wide range of video encoding areas such as VFX and green screen applications. The camcorder can also be upgraded in the future to support Sony’s revolutionary XAVC codec, extending the lifecycle of the product to ensure maximum return on investment*.

Storage

Camcorder media type 
Memory card
Disc types supported 
N
Camcorder tape type 
XDCAM
ExpressCard slot 
Y

Video

Full HD 
Y
Maximum video resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels
Video formats supported 
MPEG2
Supported video modes 
1080i
Capture modes
HQ, SP

Technical details

Colour of product 
Black
Weight 
3.9 kg
Focal length range (f-f) 
5.8 - 81.2 mm
Camera shutter speed 
1/32 - 1/2, 000s
Compatible memory cards 
SxS
Optical sensor size 
1/0.0787 mm (1/2")
Optical zoom 
14x
Sensor type 
CMOS
White balance 
ATW

Ports & interfaces

HDMI 
Y
DC-in jack 
Y
Built-in microphone 
Y
Headphone outputs 
1
Mini-USB 2.0 ports quantity
1

Audio

Audio formats supported 
LPCM

Lens system

Interchangeable lens 
Y
Image stabilizer 
Y

Camera

Camcorder type 
Shouldercam
Minimum illumination 
0.02 lx

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) 
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) 
-20 - 60 °C

Packaging content

Batteries included
Y
Shoulder strap
Y

Picture quality

Maximum image resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
7.7 cm
Width 
27.5 cm
Depth 
38.4 cm
Height 
23.9 cm

Other features

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