HVR-Z5E
Introducing a truly amazing new compact professional HDV camcorder from Sony. The HVR-Z5E is designed to enhance creativity and deliver the highest standard of optical and audio quality.
Sony's newly designed G LensTM is incorporated into the camcorder, boasting excellent resolution, colour and contrast, for breathtaking images. 3 ClearVid CMOS SensorTM system utilising the technology of ExmorTM provides excellent low-light sensitivity. This new 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 new 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. Sony is continuously developing and expanding its HDV line-up in response to professional user feedback.
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Advanced Camera and Recorder Features
Sony's Exclusive New High-performance "G Lens"
Discover the exceptional optical performance of Sony's "G Lens". This sophisticated lens incorporates Sony's unique optical technology and unparalleled quality control. Moreover, it's been optimised to perfectly complement the advanced image sensor and image-processing technology. Achieve the best content possible with the utmost precision of Sony's "G Lens".
Cutting-edge Imaging System for New Camcorders
1/3 Inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor System The newly developed 1/3-inch type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system has 45-degree rotated pixels on each chip in order to increase the signal density, while each pixel maintains sufficient surface area. In combination with Enhanced Imaging ProcessorTM (EIP), the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system achieves high resolution, high sensitivity, wide dynamic range and excellent colour reproduction. The pixel shift interpolation technique has been traditionally used in small 3CCD camcorders. However, it normally requires the combination of all three colour element (RGB) signals to maximise resolution. If an object lacks one or more colour elements, the resolution of the object may be degraded. The 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system is different because it can always produce maximum resolution, regardless of the balance between colour elements, thanks to its unique and sophisticated interpolation technology. Enhanced Functionality with the Technology of Exmor The new HVR-Z5E includes cutting-edge features such as Sony's Exmor technology, which utilises the full potential of the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system. Exmor features the column-parallel A/D conversion technique and the dual noise cancelling method also used in the Sony's top-of-theline models. Multiple A/D (analogue to digital) converters on each pixel row convert analogue signals to digital as soon as they are generated, unlike traditional technology that only has one A/D converter on each chip. Exmor technology can eliminate the influence of external noise that enters the signal chain during transfer to the A/D converter, resulting in high-quality digital signals with extremely low noise. This significantly enhances shooting in low-light environments. By adopting this groundbreaking technology, the new 1/3-inch 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system enables the HVR-Z5E to achieve a low-light sensitivity of just 1.5 lux*
* At 1/25 shutter, auto iris and auto gain
Major "G Lens" Features on HVR-Z5E
> The 29.5mm wide-angle "G Lens" (equivalent to 35mm film) on the HVR-Z5E offers a field of view that's ideal for shooting situations ranging from broad landscape shots to conditions where sufficient distance from the subject is difficult to obtain. A 20x optical zoom also enables shooting over a wide zoom range. > Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements reduce chromatic aberrations caused by differences in light refraction to minimise colour fringing. The advanced 10-group, 15-element lens structure also includes compound aspheric lenses for images that are crisp and clear, even when shooting movies at high zoom ratios. > Advanced optical lens technology makes the most of Sony's 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor to realise sharper images with higher resolution and less noise even when shooting in very low light. > The six-blade iris diaphragm is nearly circular, enabling the creation of extremely beautiful background blur.
Natural-touch Lens Operation
Newly designed focus, zoom and iris control functions provide convenient lens operation. The iris ring, located next to the zoom ring as with traditional professional lenses, allows users to adjust exposure with great precision. The zoom function is variable and can be controlled by using the lens barrel ring, the lever at the lens grip or lever on the camera handle. Additionally, once you select the high-speed zoom mode, you can zoom from wide to telephoto 1.5x faster than with the HVR-V1E. The HVR-Z5E also provides 3 built-in ND (Neutral Density) filters and allows the use of an optional 0.8x wide conversion lens.
HYBRID Ready
New "G Lens"
HVR-MRC1K Optional Memory Recording Unit
Switchable Recording and Playback  HDV1080i/DVCAM/DV
The HVR-Z5E can switch between HDV 1080i, DVCAM and standard DV recording, providing the ultimate flexibility to suit your production needs.
Creative Versatility
Picture ProfileTM
Up to six different picture-quality settings, including gamma and colour settings can be registered in the memory as picture profiles.
Built-in Down-converter for SD Production
The HVR-Z5E can convert material from 1080i down to 575i and output the video signals through its i.LINK interface and other SD output connectors. This allows users to edit recorded material with a compatible non-linear editing system using current DV editing software, as well as record SD signals to an external VTR.
* Letterbox mode is not available from the i.LINK connector. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with an i.LINK connector will necessarily communicate with each other. For information on compatibility, operating conditions, and proper connection, please refer to the documentation supplied with any device with an i.LINK connector. For information on devices that include an i.LINK connection, please contact your nearest Sony service centre.
Smooth Slow Rec
The Smooth Slow Rec function of the HVR-Z5E camcorder enables smooth slow-motion playback of images capturing 4x faster than normal (200 fields/s).
Shot TransitionTM Function
Versatile Audio Input Selection
