Datasheet

Selectable Progressive Modes
The HVR-Z5P has two types of progressive
shooting modes.
1. 25p HDV Native Progressive
Recording Mode
The HVR-Z5P features 25p
native progressive recording
mode. The 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system and
EIP create true 1080p images, which can then be
recorded as progressive signals by the HVR-Z5P in
HDV format.
The progressive HDV stream can be output from an
i.LINK connector and used for progressive editing
with compatible NLE software. Native progressive
recording modes are suitable for output to film, CG
composition, viewing on a progressive monitor, or
as an Internet movie.
Note: interlaced video is output from connectors other than
i.LINK.
2. 25p Progressive Scan Mode
In these modes, the 1080p image captured by the
3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system is also recorded
as an interlaced signal by dividing each frame
into two fields. This enables compatibility with
current editing and monitoring equipment that
only accept interlaced signals, while maintaining
the quality of the 1080p image. When using the
“25p scan” setting, captured images are recorded
as 50i through means of 2-2 pull-down conversion.
Progressive scan modes are suitable for feature
films, documentaries, and music videos, which have
to be recorded as interlaced video for viewing on
interlaced monitors, but want to offer a “progressive
look” to their motion.
It is also possible to edit footage recorded in the
“25p scan” mode as progressive material.
NLE software that is compatible with the “25p
scan” mode can remove the 2-2 pull-down, then
edit the footage as 25p material. For 25p, most
NLE software can output the edited timeline in
progressive format by merging odd and even fields.
Furthermore, the “25p scan” mode is available
in not only HDV recording but also DVCAM/
DV recording. It means the HVR-Z5P provides
SD-quality 25p footage as well.
The HVR-Z5P is
ready for HDV/DV
HYBRID operation
with the optional
HVR-MRC1K Memory Recording Unit. In HYBRID
operation, you can simultaneously record video
footage to tape and to a standard CompactFlash
(CF) card. The HVR-Z5P has a special shoe
connector*
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for direct attachment of the
HVR-MRC1K without the use of a cable. This smart
combination never interferes with shooting
operations. The ergonomically integrated design
provides easier handling in any shooting situation.
The HVR-MRC1K automatically synchronizes with
the recording commands of the HVR-Z5P. Various
recording options are available when using the
HVR-MRC1K in HYBRID operation. These include
Synchronous recording, Relay recording, or
HVR-MRC1K-only recording. Furthermore, the
HVR-Z5P can display HVR-MRC1K status information
on its LCD for convenient reference. The display
data includes Connection status, REC status,
and the remaining CF recording time. It is very
convenient to be able to monitor the operation
of HVR-MRC1K without having to check the rear
display panel.
*4 The intelligent shoe connector inputs and outputs an HDV/
DV stream and supplies power to the HVR-MRC1K Memory
Recording Unit. The i.LINK connector is not available when the
unit is attached to the camcorder.
Ready for HYBRID Solution with
HVR-MRC1K (Option)
The recording time on a 16-GB CF card*
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in HDV,
DVCAM and DV format*
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is approximately 72
minutes.
*5 At least 133x speed and 2-GB capacity is required. The
NCFD8GP and NCFD16GP Sony CF cards are recommended.
*6 The recording time may change according to the CF card
type and recording format.
CF card capacity
16GB
8GB
4GB
2GB
Recording time(approximately)
72 minutes
36 minutes
18 minutes
9 minutes
72 min.
16 GB
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