Le système de caméra à transmission numérique Triax de Sony

Sony présente son tout dernier système de caméra à transmission numérique Triax offrant un enregistrement aux formats 50p/60p

Son lancement a été annoncé officiellement par Sony au NAB 2013. Le nouveau système de caméra professionnel Sony est destinée aux productions en direct et permet en particulier aux sociétés de diffusion sportives de bénéficier d'une excellente souplesse opérationnelle et de produire des contenus de haute qualité en utilisant les infrastructures Triax existantes. Le système de caméra offre une transmission de qualité Broadcast à des cadences de 1080 50p/60p et 1080 100i/120i, et ce, quelles que soient les installations existantes (câbles à fibre optique ou Triax). Outre la capture d'images de haute qualité et une fonction de ralenti, cette solution permet aussi aux sociétés de production de passer rapidement d'une transmission par fibre optique à une transmission numérique Triax en fonction du lieu de tournage.

Caméra Sony HD HDC-2570

Le système comprend quatre nouveaux produits dotés de l'interface numérique Triax : la caméra HD HDC-2570, l'adaptateur d'unité de commande pour caméra Triax HDFX-200, l'adaptateur numérique de caméra Triax HDTX-200 et l'adaptateur de transmission numérique Triax à panneau latéral HKC-TR27.

Caméra Sony HD HDC-2570 

Le système de caméra Triax numérique repose sur la caméra HD HDC-2570. La caméra HDC-2570 est dotée du dernier capteur CCD Power HAD 2/3'' de Sony, d'un dispositif avancé de traitement des signaux numériques (DSP) et d'un convertisseur A/N 16 bits. La HDC-2570 est équipée d'une interface numérique Triax assurant une capture d'images de 50i/60i et 50p/60p ou de 1080 100i/120i, 720 100p/120p, ce qui permet de doubler la fréquence d'image de ralenti.

Caméra Sony HD HDC-2570

               Caméra Sony HD HDC-2570

Adaptateur numérique de caméra Triax HDFX-200

Le HDFX-200 convertit les signaux Triax numériques en signaux SMPTE 311M sur fibre optique. Il est en général positionné dans le car régie ou dans la salle des équipements d'un studio. Grâce à sa conception compacte, il peut être installé dans un seul rack de 19 pouces. Un voyant LED se situe sur le panneau avant alors que les connecteurs pour la transmission Triax et pour la transmission par fibre optique se trouvent sur le panneau arrière ; tous deux peuvent facilement être sélectionnés manuellement ou à distance.

Adaptateur numérique Triax HDFX200

Adaptateur numérique de caméra Triax HDTX-200

Le HDTX-200 convertit les signaux de la transmission par fibre optique en signaux Triax pour les caméras de la série HDC-2000 de Sony situées sur le terrain. Il est parfait pour la production d'émissions sportives en direct, où lorsque des câbles Triax sont déjà installés et utilisés sur le site. Le boîtier de l'adaptateur en aluminium moulé est robuste et adapté aux utilisations en extérieur.

Adaptateur numérique Triax HDFX200

Adaptateur de transmission numérique Triax à panneau latéral HKC-TR27

Le HKC-TR27 est un adaptateur en carbone graphite à panneau latéral conçu pour être utilisé avec les caméras systèmes de la série HDC-2400/2500 et avec la caméra Triax analogique HDC-2550. Robuste et léger, l'adaptateur peut rapidement et fréquemment être changé. Les utilisateurs peuvent facilement changer le panneau latéral pour l'adapter à une transmission Triax numérique.

Adaptateur Sony Triax HKC-TR27

Le système de caméra Triax numérique de Sony sera disponible à la fin du mois de juin 2013. HDTX-200 sera disponible à partir de la fin du mois d'août 2013.

Super 35mm Professional Portable Camcorder

The new Sony professional handled digital production camera, the PMW-F3 camcorder, with a Super 35mm imager

The SONY PMW-F3 camcorder is designed for a range of digital production applications. Photo courtesy of Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd.

 

Representing a breakthrough for independent producers and filmmakers in terms of features, performance and price, Sony announced its first professional handheld digital production camera with a Super 35mm imager.

Taking its place among the pinnacle of digital motion picture production cameras; Sony’s flagship CineAlta series, the Sony PMW-F3 is the latest innovation on Sony’s digital 35mm roadmap. It continues the leadership position that was solidified by “film style” cameras like the F23 and F35, and most recently with the first camcorder to integrate the HDCAM SR format, the SRW-9000PL.

“The new PMW-F3 camcorder is designed for a range of digital production applications -- from commercial, documentary, television and feature film production,” said Chris Grey, Head of Broadcast & Content Creation Solutions, Business & Professional Products Asia Pacific (BPPA), Sony Electronics Asia Pacific.

The availability of a low-cost PL lens kit which includes 35/50/85mm T2.0 fixed focal length lenses, extends the camcorder’s range of potential applications and gives users more flexibility in lens selection.

The new F3 camcorder is based on Sony’s XDCAM EX workflow and uses Sony’s SxS ExpressCard-based recording media format. According to Sony, its Super 35mm CMOS imager delivers shallow depth of field, with high sensitivity and low noise levels (ISO 800, F11; and S/N ratio of 63dB in 1920x1080/50i mode), as well as wide dynamic range.

The camcorder offers shooters a wide range of image creation options through the use of an HD-SDI dual-link output for external recording (4:2:2 1080 50/59.94P as standard; and RGB 1080 23.98/25/29.97PsF as an option).

Additionally, S-Log and Hyper Gamma can be selected; significantly increasing the camera’s performance of dynamic range. S-Log is Sony’s unique approach to the raw “Digital Negative,” allowing access to the full dynamic range of the Super35mm imager for maximum flexibility in image manipulation during post production. This capability combined with the widely used SxS recording lets users take advantage of already well-established XDCAM EX and HDCAM-SR workflows.

Recording formats include 1920x1080, 1440x1080, and 1280x720 at 23.98/25/29.97p, 50/59.94i and, in DVCAM mode, 25/29.97PsF and 50/59.94i. Shooters can also take advantage of “slow” and “quick” recording, from 1 to 30 fps at 1920x1080 (17 to 30 fps in dual-link mode) and 1 to 60 fps at 1280x720 (17 to 60 fps in dual-link mode).

The PMW-F3’s PL mount adapter can accommodate both PL and upcoming Sony’s zoom lenses, and will offer compatibility with a variety of cine lenses such as ARRI, Cooke, Fujinon and Zeiss.

As with all its digital motion picture production technologies, Sony is also planning to introduce a compatible SR Memory Portable Recorder for the PMW-F3 camcorder. SR Memory, Sony’s new high-speed, high-capacity card format, will give users the ability to record directly to the industry standard HDCAM SR codec using the SR Memory Portable Recorder connected to the F3 camera’s single-link and dual-link output.

The camera will also support Look-up Table (LUT), for dailies and on-set colour management. Up to four LUT’s can be stored in the camera and stamped onto the footage on the SxS card, simultaneously using the camera’s dual link output with S-Log for the unprocessed image. This creates an off-line, on-line workflow combining the SxS and SR codec, with the SR Memory Portable Recorder connected to the F3 and recording to the SR codec.

The PMW-F3 camcorder will be available in Asia Pacific in February 2011, for a suggested list price of USD$17,000 (PMW-F3L, without lens) and USD$25,000 (PMW-F3K (with PL Lens kit).

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Sony Alpha 55 and 33 Digital Cameras with Translucent Mirror Technology

New Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 Single Lens Translucent mirror cameras by Sony

The α (pronounced Alpha) family of interchangeable lens cameras from Sony grows with the compact new Alpha 55 (SLT-A55V) with 16.2 megapixels and Alpha 33 (SLT-A33) with 14.2 megapixels. In this post you can see the main features of these cameras. In green are the differences between the Alpha 55 and the Alpha 33 : megapixels, shutter speed, GPS and price: the Alpha 33 is cheaper than the Alpha 55.

SONY ALPHA 55 – Photo © 2010 Sony Inc.

SONY ALPHA 33 – Photo © 2010 Sony Inc.
The Alpha 33 has the same design but without GPS

Sony's first-ever digital cameras to employ Translucent Mirror Technology showcase an innovative optical system that opens up dramatic new shooting possibilities. In contrast with conventional DSLR cameras, Translucent Mirror Technology uses a fixed, translucent mirror that 'splits' the optical pathway between the main image sensor and a separate phase-detection autofocus sensor.

High-resolution live image preview with rapid, accurate phase detection autofocus is thus available at all times - either via the angle-adjustable 7.5cm (3") LCD or precision Tru-Finder (electronic viewfinder). This also ensures that even moving objects stay in sharp focus at all times, whether you're shooting Full HD video or stills.

Translucent Mirror Technology overcomes other traditional limitations of DSLR models, with its simplified mechanical design shrinking camera size and complexity. This makes the Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 a compelling choice for casual photographers who want to capture spontaneous family moments and travel scenes with less to carry.

Full-resolution shooting at up to 10fps with precise AF tracking

Ground-breaking Translucent Mirror Technology allows high-speed shooting with the Alpha 55 at up to 10fps (Alpha 33: 7fps) in Continuous Priority AE mode. This represents for the Alpha 55 the world's fastest burst continuous AF shooting performance of any interchangeable lens camera with an APS-C size sensor.

A newly developed 15-point phase-detection autofocus system assures rapid, accurate AF tracking, keeping even moving subjects in sharp focus during continuous shooting. This enables the Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 to capture split-second action or fleeting nuances of expression with portrait subjects.

World's first Quick AF Full HD movie shooting among consumer oriented interchangeable lens digital cameras (as of 24 August 2010).

The large sensor size Exmor™ APS HD CMOS Sensor inside both cameras lets photographers capture cinematic HD video footage with background defocus (bokeh) effects.

The Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 also mark the debut of Quick AF Full HD movie shooting. Translucent Mirror Technology enables AVCHD 1080i video shooting with smooth, precise phase detection AF tracking of moving subjects. Real-time video image preview is now possible via the viewfinder - in contrast with DSLR cameras where the raised mirror prevents light from reaching the optical viewfinder during video shooting.

Effortless composition and image viewing

The Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 enable new possibilities for framing and viewing highest-quality video and still images. Quick AF Live View system is now more effective. High-resolution live image preview is teamed with uncompromised phase detection AF performance - even with rapidly-moving subjects.

Tilting and swivelling freely (to maximum 270 degrees) for comfortable framing at any shooting angle, the bright 7.5 cm (3.0") (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD offers more detail and contrast.

There's also a precision electronic viewfinder with 1.15 million dot resolution that delivers a clear, bright image with 100% frame coverage. Adjustments to exposure, depth of field and colour can be previewed instantly, either in the viewfinder or on the LCD. Effortless composition is aided further by switchable grid line in the finder and LCD screen, plus a new digital levelling gauge.

SONY ALPHA 55 Back – Photo © 2010 Sony Inc.

Enriched creative possibilities

The Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 are compatible with the full range of over 30 A-mount interchangeable lenses and offer SteadyShot INSIDE. This in-body image stabilisation system provides up to 4 exposure steps of anti-shake correction when shooting handheld.

Both cameras also feature 3D Sweep Panorama, allowing photographers to capture detail-packed extra-wide panoramas with a huge field of view. 3D panoramas can be enjoyed on any compatible 3D HD television. The Alpha 55 (but not the Alpha 33) is also the first Alpha camera by Sony with integrated GPS, allowing automatic geo-tagging of images and video clips.

The new-generation Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor inside both cameras supports a sophisticated range of digital image compositing and processing functions. This gives greater artistic possibilities to beginners and photo enthusiasts alike.

Auto HDR is now refined further compared with previous-generation Alpha models. Data from a burst of three frames at bracketed exposure values is automatically combined, creating a single image with extended highlight and shadow detail Multi-frame Noise Reduction 'stacks' a high-speed burst of six frames, creating a single low-noise exposure that boosts effective sensitivity as high as ISO 25600.

The new cameras accept both Memory Stick PRO Duo (including Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo) and SD (including both SDHC and SDXC formats) media (all sold separately). Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX 30MB per second transfer rate offers the best performance during cameras' continuous shooting mode or when transferring the data to another media.

The new Alpha 55 and Alpha 33 Single Lens Translucent mirror cameras by Sony are presented at Photokina 2010 and are available in September 2010.

Sony - Carl Zeiss Cooperation

Carl Zeiss today announced that its Camera Lens Division will extend their successful collaboration with Sony Corporation for a further 5 years. Taking full advantages of their competence both companies agreed to cooperate even closer in developing and commercializing new imaging devices in the future. As early as 1996, the two global specialists in imaging technology start a collaboration. Now, this cooperation has been extended. “The excellent competence of Sony in electronics and sensor technology in combination with the best possible optics for film and video cameras – that is what this partnership stands for”, states Dr. Winfried Scherle, General Manager and Vice President, Carl Zeiss AG, Camera Lens Division. “Numerous outstanding devices are the product of this corporation and there are more to come.” In 1996 the first Sony camcorder with Carl Zeiss lens was launched onto the market. Since then the cooperation has been expanded to compact digital cameras or camcorders to high end bridge cameras and interchangeable lenses for the Sony Alpha digital SLR camera system. Today both companies agreed on a partnership allowing Sony to apply ZEISS branded lenses on an exclusive basis on selected digital cameras and camcorders.

Photo : Shigeki Ishizuka, President, Digital Imaging Business Group, Sony Corporation and Dr. Winfried Scherle, General Manager and Vice President, Carl Zeiss AG, Camera Lens Division. (c) Carl Zeiss - All right reserved - www.zeiss.com/photo

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P150 - Compact Digital Camera

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P150

SONY Cyber-shot DSC-P150

Photo (c) Sony

SONY Cyber-shot DSC-P150

Photo (c) Sony

SONY Cyber-shot DSC-P150

Photo (c) Sony

Sony's new Cyber-shot® DSC-P150 is the world's first compact point-and-shoot digital camera in the marketplace loaded with 7.2 megapixels, putting breathtaking, near-professional-quality photos in your shirt pocket or handbag. It will be available in September 2004 for less than $500.

The P150 camera yields an image size of 3072 x 2304 - making it the first pocketable camera capable of capturing enough pixels to make 300-dpi 8" x 10" enlargements.

The P150 has also been empowered with Sony's own recently introduced Real Imaging Processor™ circuitry that ensures fast start-up and shot-to-shot times, and puts extra speed and performance behind automatic features such as auto focus and auto exposure. That means you'll never miss that one-in-a-million shot because the camera is always ready to take great pictures.

"Not only does the Cyber-shot P150 camera offer tremendous value, it takes incredibly vivid and lifelike digital photos, capturing color and detail previously unavailable in such a compact camera," said Greg Young, general manager for Sony Electronics Digital Still Camera marketing.

Compact in Size and Feature-Filled

The Cyber-shot P150 digital camera is equipped with features typically found only on more full-sized cameras. At just 1 inch thin, it's easy to hold, use, and carry with you in your pocket or purse.

The Cyber-shot P150 features a Carl Zeiss® Vario Tessar® 3X optical zoom lens to complement and maximize the benefit of the camera's high resolution.

The P150 also has a bird-like appetite when it comes to consuming battery power. With up to 310 shots per charge of the InfoLithium™ battery the Cyber-shot P150 lets you snap away and preview images on the 1.8-inch LCD screen without fear of running down the charge.

Beyond the easy point-and-shoot features, the Cyber-shot P150 also has manual flash and exposure settings, and nine preset scene modes such as twilight, landscape, snow, beach and fireworks, letting the user quickly select the best setting based on shooting conditions.

With the optional Cyber-shot Marine Pack (MPK-PHB), the Cyber-shot P150 becomes an underwater camera with water resistance to a depth of up to 132 feet. For those who want greater flexibility, the P150 can be used with optional telephoto and wide-angle conversion lenses.

Cyber-shot Station: A Perfect Resting Place

Finally there's a better place to put your digital camera other than a desk or table drawer. Fitting in next to a TV or PC, the new Cyber-shot Station CSS-PHA camera accessory, available now for about $80, accommodates the Cyber-shot DSC-P150 camera for playing back slideshows on a TV or transferring images to your PC while charging the camera's batteries.

The bundled infrared remote controller intelligently commands the docked camera via the Cyber-shot Station to toggle between captured videos and still pictures. And when connected to a PictBridge™ -compatible printer such as Sony's PictureStation® DPP-EX50 digital photo printer, printing a specific image is as easy as a press of the remote controller's button.

The Cyber-shot P150 camera includes a 32MB Memory Stick® media card, and is also compatible with Memory Stick PRO® high-capacity media cards.

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