Sony PDW-F800 review
Sony's top-of-the-line XDCAM HD422 Series is being embraced around the world for its file-based recording capability utilizing high-capacity and highly reliable Professional Disc media.
The PDW-F800 offers multi-format recording flexibility as standard - including SD recording and a frame rate of 23.98P in 1080 mode. The PDW-F800 camcorder builds on the features of the PDW-700 camcorder. Enhanced functions, such as Slow & Quick Motion (over-crank and under-crank recording), make the PDW-F800 ideal for cinema and TV drama productions, natural history, documentary, sport as well as ENG applications.
Three 2/3-inch type CCDs
24P format for HD422/420(1080i) and SD formats (DVCAM, MPEG IMX) are supported as standard.
Slow & Quick motion
High-quality four-channel audio recording
Compact and lightweight at 9 lb 4 oz
Dual HD/SD-SDI outputs and composite/HD-Y output.
Pool-feed input (HD/SD-SDI and composite) option.
Ethernet interface
i.LINK interface
HD422 50Mbps
DL & SL Disc Recording
7 years "Powertrain" Warranty for XDCAM laser block.
1080i / 720P support for HD 422 and 420
Image Inverter
Focus Assist