SONY PXW-X400
Sony
PXW-X400, camcorder of
advanced shoulder and balanced weight XDCAM with three CMOS sensors
2/3" Exmor with HLG option, improved network connectivity and low
consumption.
Advanced shoulder camcorder
user-oriented and ideal for emission operations
in Full HD
The PXW-X400 is an advanced shoulder camcorder that records on a large
variety of formats with professional emission quality XAVC-L at 50p and 59.94p. The camcorder offers an exceptional weight balance and a low weight
electric consumption, along with excellent network features and a
great image quality. The new design considerably reduces
load on the operator's right arm. It is compatible with Sony Viewers,
including LCD QHD CBK-VF02 and OLED Full HD models
HDVF-EL30 and HDVF-EL20 available optionally. The camcorder
also offers enhanced network connectivity, with a wireless module
built-in, integrated RJ-45 100B-T Ethernet connector and Near function
Field Communication (NFC) to facilitate Wi-Fi and
running through a mobile or tablet with the app
Sony Content Browser MobileTM. SD or HD-SDI input (up to 1.5
G) supports recording multiple external signals.
Full HD recording, in addition to
options 4K
The PXW-X400 supports a wide variety of formats, including HD XAVC
Intra from 1080 to 59.94p/50p and XAVC Long GOP to 59.94p/50p. With the kit
optional CBK-Z Z450UK update, the camcorder also supports 4K
QFHD, like XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP at 50p/59.94p.
Gama Log Recording Option
hybrid (HLG)
In response to the growing demand for HDR production, PXW-X400 is
can update to record in Gama Log Hybrid (HLG) with license
optional CBKZ-SLHL1. The color space meets the standard BT.2020. La.
HLG recording provides HDR image quality with a simple flow
file-based work. Facilitates recording, editing and
HDR content display in HLG without the need to perform
extra color gradation when a compatible display is used
with HLG. The update will be available from late May
of 2020 and requires version 5.0 or higher of the firmware.
Professional benefits
Includes proxy data recording functions*, menu blocking
user*, the Flashband correction function*, operation
wireless, image cache*, integrated GPS, digital extender
e HyperGamma, among others, in addition to a wide variety of interfaces.
The latest firmware update also provides the camera with a
improved operating response and start performance.
*Requires the firmware version 2.0. The 1080 proxy recording
60I/50i, transmission to 256 Kbps, high resolution cut and
transfer functions require the firmware version 3.0.
Ergonomic and low consumption design
Designed to minimize energy consumption, while the
lighter grip of the target reduces the front weight and helps
reduce the burden on the right arm.
Improves network connectivity
Connectivity functions include a wireless module
integrated, connection 100B-T Ethernet RJ-45 and NFC function to facilitate
the Wi-Fi configuration. The SDI entry of the camcorder allows the
recording multiple external signals SD-SDI or HD-SDI up to 1.5 Gbps.
PXW-X400KC: model with kit
20x manual approach target
Advanced and balanced XDCAM shoulder camcorder with three
2/3" CMOS Exmor® sensors, improved network connectivity and low
consumption, in addition to a 20x manual focus target kit.
The PXW-X400KC camcorder is supplied with a zoom lens kit
20x manual approach including the 3.5" LCD viewer, plus a
Cannon stereo microphone.
PXW-X400 KF: model with kit
automatic 16x focus target
Advanced shoulder camcorder and balanced weight XDCAM, with three
2/3" CMOS Exmor® sensors, improved network connectivity and low
consumption, in addition to a target kit with automatic focus zoom
16 increases*. The camcorder is supplied with a target kit
automatic approach of 16 increases, including a 3.5" LCD viewer
in addition to a stereo cannon microphone.
*Requires the firmware version 2.0.
PXW-X400: customizable model
Advanced and balanced XDCAM shoulder camcorder with three
2/3" CMOS Exmor® sensors, improved network connectivity and low
consumption.
This camcorder is supplied with no zoom lens or viewer
microphone, so you can customize the camcorder completely
with a selection of 2/3 emission zoom targets",
stereo or mono microphones and new LCD/OLED HDVF-EL20 or LCD/OLED viewers
HDVF-EL30 to adapt to production needs.
Sony PXW-X400 Features
The 4K update kit
incorporates 4K QFHD recording options to PXW-X400
The optional 4K CBK-Z450UK upgrade kit for the PXW-X400 supports
a wide variety of HD and 4K formats, including QFHD 4K (3840 x
2160) to 50p/59.94p, using workflow standards XVAC
Intra and XAVC Long GOP.
XAVC Intra and XAVC Long Recordings
High-quality GOP in operations at 50p and 59.94p
The PXW-X400 supports a wide variety of codecs, from SD
up to HD, including 1080 to 59.94p*, 50p*, 59.94i,
50i, 23.97p, 25p and 23.98p, and XAVC Long GOP from 1080 to 59.94p, 50p,
59.94i, 29.97p, 25p and 23.98p. XAVC technology is based on standard
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, providing compression technology
exceptional performance. XAVC provides higher image quality and
bit depth, so it offers a greater number of possibilities
etalonage. The camera also records MPEG HD 422 to 50 Mbps in MXF
(Material eXchange Format), which enjoys wide acceptance among
leading television networks around the world.
*Requires the firmware version 2.0.
High sensitivity images
The three 2/3" CMOS Exmor® sensors of the camcorder and provide a
extraordinary image quality with sensitivity of F12/F13 and
62 dB ratio-ruid signal. The camcorder digital extender offers
a function x2, x3 or x4.
Improved ergonomic design for
get the best balance of your class
The camcorder has been redesigned to improve the weight and management of the
functions compared to previous models. The grip of the
lighter lens solves problems of scalp and reduces
drastically the load on the right arm. This makes it more
easy to record for long periods and offers more stable images.
Supports OLED Full HD Viewers
The camcorder is compatible with Sony Viewers, including OLED models
Full HDVF-EL30 and HDVF-EL20 as well as the QHD CBK-VF02 LCD.
Integrated RJ-45 connector
A 100B-T Ethernet RJ-45 connector integrated into the right side
camcorder offers a fast and solid network connection that can
for transfer of files, live emissions and
camera control from a web browser.
Near Field Communication*
(NFC)
The Near Field Communication (NFC) function allows a simple connection
Wireless LAN with one touch to a smartphone or tablet
without manual adjustment of the network parameters.
*NFC makes short-range wireless communication possible between
PXW-X400 and a smartphone or tablet with NFC technology
integrated.
*Requires the firmware version 2.0.
Integrated wireless module
Content Browser MobileTM
The integrated wireless module of the camcorder offers more mobility without
the need to use cables, allowing recordings
proxy and file transfers or live emissions. In the mode
File Transfer, High File Transfer
resolution and XAVC proxy files to the cloud or FTP server via
of a wireless connection thanks to the Content Browser application
Mobile* (CBM). In the "Push" mode, the CBM application allows the
users monitor the video recorded at that time and control
wireless way the camcorder configuration as the approach, the
zoom, iris, white balance, start/ stop recording,
and much more. With Content Browser Mobile V2.0 is available
of proxies, the load of partial proxy clips and the record. In the
mode «In streaming», high quality live broadcast is obtained
of advanced Sony QoS technology integrated into the camcorder and
RX PWS-100RX1 network station It is also possible to broadcast live without
QoS technology with a third party receiver or VLC player.
? The CBM app can be downloaded from Google Play Store or App Store.
Customizable menu with function
blockade*
This function allows you to choose and organize the menu items that
more use, in a way very similar to how you would
web browser markers. By using this feature, you can
save a lot of time without requiring repeated searches
certain items from the menu. In addition, the user menu can be
block with a 4-digit password to ensure that it is not
produce unnecessary changes.
*Requires the firmware version 2.0.
Specific ONLINE button for
facilitates network connection
There is a specific button that offers a simple control
on/off of network client mode, automatic charge (proxy)
and live broadcast.
Multiple external signals
(SDI entry)
The camcorder can record an SD or HD-SDI signal (up to 1.5 G), a
useful function to record an external signal from another camera.
Reduced energy consumption
By optimizing hardware design, the lightweight PXW-X400 has a
low power consumption of 22 W (when wireless function is
switched off, without target or viewer). This allows for a functioning
continuous recording for about 240 minutes with battery
optional standard type BP-GL95A.
Simultaneous recording in two
SxS cards
The PXW-X400 offers a simultaneous recording function to perform
productions with total tranquility. The recording is available in
two SxS cards simultaneously as backup measure
within the same codec and operating point*, when used
following recording formats: XAVC-Intra, XAVC-Long, MPEG HD422 or
MPEG HD420.
? Simultaneous recording with proxy file is compatible with all
combinations of previous SD card formats.
Operation of system
Flexible camera
The CA-FB70 optical fiber camera adapter or camera adapter
CA-TX70 digital triaxial can be coupled to PXW-X400 for a
live camera operation. The CA-FB70 allows the PXW-X400
transmit signals using a fiber optic cable up to 250 m
between the CA-FB70 and the fiber optic chamber control unit (CCU)
HXCU-FB70 with power and signal transmission capacity.
The CA-TX70 transmits signals through triaxial cable up to 600
m* between the CA-TX70 and the digital triaxial camera control unit
HXCU-TX70.
? When using a Ø 8.5 mm cable.
- Product status
- New
- Sensor size
- 2/3"
- Resolution
- HD
- Recording media
- SxS Card
- Warranty
- 2 years
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