Sony PXW-Z190 4K 3-CMOS 1/3-type Sensor XDCAM Professional Camcorder – Black

Short Description

The Sony PXW‑Z190 is a professional handheld camcorder equipped with three 1/3‑inch Exmor R CMOS sensors, capturing sharp 4K video at up to 60p. It boasts a fast f/1.6 25× Sony G zoom lens, advanced autofocus, and built-in electronic variable ND filters for precise exposure control. With professional audio, dual SD recording, HDR workflows, and strong connectivity, it’s a powerful, all-in-one solution for high-end video production.

Features & Technical Highlights

Image & Optics

• Three 1/3‑inch Exmor R CMOS Sensors deliver excellent image quality, especially in low light.

• Integrated 25× Sony G Zoom Lens (3.7–92.5 mm; 28.8–720 mm equivalent) with f/1.6–f/11 aperture range and 82 mm filter threads.

• Built-in ND Filters: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 stops, plus a variable electronic ND (2–7 stops) for flexible lighting control.

Recording Formats & Performance

• 4K Recording at up to 60p (XAVC-L at 150 Mbps); supports Full HD and SD legacy formats, including DV.

• HDR Ready: Supports Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) for streamlined HDR-to-SDR workflows.

• Dual SD Card Slots enable relay or backup recording, or simultaneous 4K and HD capture.

Audio & Connectivity

• Pro Audio Support: Two XLR mic/line inputs (with 48 V phantom power), plus 4-channel 24-bit 48 kHz LPCM recording.

• Multiple I/O Ports: Features 3G-SDI (BNC), HDMI, timecode BNC, LAN (RJ45), USB (Micro‑B & 2 x USB‑A), headphone jack, LANC control, and NFC/Wi‑Fi 5 (2.4/5 GHz).

Viewfinder & Display

• Articulating Touch LCD: A 3.5″ screen with ~1.56 million dots for flexible framing.

• High-Res EVF: 0.39″ electronic viewfinder with about 2.36 million dots.

Others

• Fast Shutter: 1/24 to 1/8000 sec; can capture nearly in the dark (0.02 lux minimum illumination).

• Ergonomics & Build: Rugged body (approx. 2.3 kg / 5.1 lb), with a multi-interface shoe for accessories.

Workflow & Workflow Enhancements

• Advanced Features: Includes instant HDR output workflows, face detection autofocus, and network flexibility for streaming/FTP workflows.

• Broadcast-Ready: Supports MPEG HD license (optional), legacy formats like DV, and standard recording workflows.

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