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Canon XH-G1 3CCD HDV Camcorder, 1080i, 16:9, 20x Lens, 24f Mode, and HD-SDI "Jackpack" (Time Code, Gen Lock)

The XH-G1 camcorder has three 1/3" 16:9 interlaced CCDs that capture images at 1080i resolution. The camcorder features selectable frame rates of 60i, 30 Frame and 24 Frame to allow the user to adjust to the assignment at hand and can switch back to SD resolution if needed. At the 30 Frame rate, broadcasters can capture fast motion like sports with confidence that each frame is captured individually and completely. Filmmakers can utilize the 24 Frame rate when creating the look and feel of movie film. The 60i frame rate, meanwhile, delivers exceptional resolution for shooting environments like ENG or Reality TV

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With a list price of only $1099, the new Canon HV20 is an easy to use and affordable digital camcorder that enables you to shoot in high definition. Excellent for video hobbyists and prosumers, media professionals and broadcasters might want to take a look as well.

According to Canon, the new "Canon HV20 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality with advanced features for the knowledgeable and demanding videographer."

It captures 1080 High Definition resolution video in 16:9 format, onto standard MiniDV cassette tapes and offers a true 16:9 widescreen HD image.

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Sony DSR-PD170 3-CCD Mini DVCAM Camcorder with Wide Angle Adapter.  The PD170 offers high quality video capture in excess of 500 lines of resolution, balanced audio inputs that are line/mic level switchable, a professional format that integrates SMPTE compatible time code, and excellent low-light shooting capability. The camera weighs about 5 pounds with tape and battery.
  • Larger magnifier for viewfinder monitor
  • Zoom rocker and record button on top handle
  • Iris control increased from 12 to 24 increments
  • Viewfinder and LCD monitor work simultaneously
  • Lens hood integrates lens cap
  • iLink cable strap makes it harder to accidentally pull loose digital cable
  • Wide angle adapter and its own lens hood included with camera
  • LCD monitor brighter for ease of use in bright light conditions

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The Canon GL2 offers high-quality digital video with up to 530 lines of resolution, Canon's exclusive L-Series Fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a lightweight, portable design.

The camcorder's 3 CCDs deliver outstanding picture quality, accurate color reproduction and a wide dynamic range with virtually no color noise. In addition to its enhanced quality, the camera incorporates a built-in digital photo mode for capturing crisp photos up to 1488 x 1128 pixels. This kit comes with an Anton Bauer ElipZ 10k battery that mounts underneath the camera for additional power. This package also includes the ElipZ charger and power adapter along with a camera bag. 

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The Canon XH-A1 is an extension of the XL-H1 HDV camcorder. The camera is geared towards the videographer on a budget who isn't willing to compromise any of the professional attributes of its big brother. With the same high quality 1/3" CCDs, the camera yields an image both crisp and noise-free. The solid feeling is instantly apparent when operating the XH-A1; despite its modest frame, the camera performs like a pro!

Utilizing the highly efficient HDV compression format allows over an hour of high definition recording on a single miniDV tape! Featuring a 20x fluorite fixed lens, its superior optics gives professional level shooters ultimate image fidelity unmatched by the competition. Also included is the Instant AF auto-focus system, incorporating technology that helps reduce auto focus reaction time while increasing overall accuracy.

This package comes equipped with a camera bag and the entire Anton Bauer ElipZ 10k battery kit, including a battery, charger, and adapter cable.

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The JVC GY-HD110U is an updated version of JVC's ProHD camera. The GY-HD100U was the first HDV camera to record true progressive images at 24 frames a second while maintaining a professional style ENG form factor. All previous features have been included in this model along with some extras that will increase overall usability. The GY-HD110U is a direct result of extensive research through user based feedback and is a testament to JVC's commitment to providing the most complete video cameras for professionals.

Features include a black and white viewfinder display mode, choice of three image formats on composite out, a special mirror mode when flipping the LCD, along with many others. These additions do not change the appearance of the camera. Everything is identical to its predecessor, making the overall feel very familiar to users of previous versions.

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The 3 CCD JVC GY-HD200U is based on the GY-HD100U and can record 60 full progressive frames per second.  Other features include an Anton Bauer Gold-Mount battery plate, enhanced cinema gammas for film-outs, and a built-in image flip function.

Recording Formats include: 720/24p, 720/25p, 720/30p, 720/50p,720/60p, 480/24p, 480/60i

It comes with a 5.5 to 88 mm (16 x Optical Zoom) f/1.6 lens with a
82mm Filter Diameter

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Panasonic AG-HVX200 3-CCD P2/DVCPRO HD Format Camcorder with Widescreen Aspect Ratio, 720p, 1080i and 24-Frame HDTV Recording

The camera is compatible with DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO25 and consumer DV recording standards. It uses 3 wide aspect CCDs for true 16:9 recordings. It has a wide angle Leica Dicomar 13x Zoom lens with advanced glass coatings. The most significant advance is that it uses the P2 memory cards for recording. This disk based recording medium makes the video immediately accessible to non-linear systems leaving behind a digitizing process that tape always required.

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Sony HVR-Z1U 1/3" 3-CCD HDV  Professional Widescreen Mini Camcorder, Records and Plays HDV, DVCAM and DV Formats, HD and SD Down Convert, NTSC/PAL

Includes Free Vortex Media DVD: Hands On - A Complete Guide to the HVR-ZIU and HDR-FX1Camcorders & Sony Vegas 6 Video Editing Software & 10 x Sony PHDVM-63DM DVCAM Master Digital Cassette

The camera records in 16:9 widescreen with native widescreen chips. It will output component video in 1080i, 480i and 480p formats. In fact it will output 60 frame, 50 frame, 30 frame and 25 frame standards. An additional function is HD to SD down conversion. Another feature of the camera is the CineFrame Mode that replicates the look of film production. The mode has 30 frame, 25 frame and 24 frame modes that utilize a 3:2 pull down conversion. Additionally the camera has the ability to down-convert HD captured video to standard definition video for viewing on a SD monitor or for systems that require SD video.

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Sony HVR-V1U HDV 1080i/24p Cinema Style Camcorder


The Sony HVR-V1U is an High Definition Video camcorder designed specifically to incorporate many of the features only afforded previously to Sony's high-end digital cinema cameras. The V1U utilizes a sophisticated pulldown system, giving shooters 24p capability for creating film-like video.

With 24p, users can mimic the shutter of film which is often sought after for commercials and dramatic productions. Equally important, Sony's 2:3 pulldown technique records into standard 60i streams, so no additional gear is required. All your existing Sony HDV equipment will play 24p without a hitch! It couldn't be easier.

The camera also features 3CMOS ClearVid sensor technology. These CMOS sensors create sharp, rich images with natural color reproduction sure to please even the most scrutinizing eye. These features combined with a high-end Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens, makes the HVR-V1U a welcome addition to the already proven line of Sony professional HDV products.

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This is a serious camcorder for serious video and movie makers.

Sony DSR-450WSL 2/3-Inch 3-CCD Professional DVCAM Camcorder, 16:9/4:3 Aspect, 24/30 Frame Record Options, with LCD Monitor, Tripod Plate and Viewfinder

In addition to its widescreen shooting capability it also can be switched from conventional NTSC 30 frame recording to the 24 frame "digital cinema" recording format. The unit has a built-in 2.5-inch LCD monitor, a Memory Stick slot for scene file storage, an 8-pin remote control port for using camera control boxes like the RM-B150 and the crucial battery-remaining display function. Optional boards exist for SDI output and Composite Video input.

Image Device - 3-CCD, 2/3", Power HAD EX Interline Transfer Type

Signal-to-Noise Ratio - 65 dB

Horizontal Resolution
850 Lines in 4:3 Mode
800 Lines in 16:9 Mode

Sensitivity - f/11 @ 2000 Lux with 3200K 

Minimum Illumination - 0.5 Lux with f/1.4 plus Gain Up

Vertical Smear - -140 dB

Built-in FiltersClear
1/4 N.D. (1.5 Stops)
1/16 N.D. (4 Stops)
1/64 N.D. (6 Stops)
Tungsten/Daylight Filter Switch

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Get the Panasonic Digital Filmmakers Kit - everything you need to start shooting great video

Panasonic AG-DVX100B 3-CCD 24p/30p/60i Mini-DV Cinema Camcorder, NTSC, with CineSwitch Technology, Anton Bauer Gold Mount with Battery, Charger, Cable, and Camera Mounted Ultralight

AG-DVX100B is the most recent version of the Panasonic 24-frame standard definition video camera.
It adds 20 new features like a higher resolution viewfinder, Scene Files and Time Code transfer through the FireWire cable, greater power efficiency with newly developed battery pack, more delicate zoom control and more. This kit comes with all Anton Bauer equipment, including a Gold Mount with adapter cable, a battery with charger, along with one camera-mounted Anton Bauer UL2-20 Ultralight.
 

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The Sony HDR-FX7 is a lightweight camcorder capable of delivering 1080i video via MiniDV tapes using the HDV format. The camera comes with 3 CMOS sensors, Carl Zeiss 20x Vario-Sonnar T lens, 37.4 to 748mm, f/1.6 to 2.8  The camera features both HDMI (High Definition Media Interface) output, along with optical image stabilization. All of this, combined with Sony's reputation for durability and reliability, makes the HDR-FX7 a perfect solution for news and event videography. This package comes equipped with a camera bag and the entire Anton Bauer ElipZ 10k battery kit, including a battery, charger, and adapter cable.

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Sony's HDR-FX1 records and plays back high definition video, as well as standard DV. The HD format provides 1080 interlaced lines of resolution - the highest resolution (1440 pixels x 1080 lines).

   The new HDV camcorder records to standard MiniDV tapes.

It also incorporates three one megapixel Super HAD CCD chps for image capture. The 1080i HD CCDs have several improvements, including an on-chip micro-lens on top of the CCD sensor that increases the light focusing rate for focusing on the fly. There is also a great developed 16:9 aspect mode for recording in widescreen. By giving each lens its own megapixel imager, the camcorder captures the intense detail and color that expert videographers appreciate.

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The Canon XL 2 is the upgraded replacement model of the ground-breaking XL 1 camera. It is still the only prosumer camcorder to offer an interchangeable lens system. Canon's state-of-the-art lens development provides the highest quality glass, finest resolution and advanced element coatings that are superior to any other model in its prosumer class. The camera comes with a longer (compared to the previous XL 1 camera) 20x zoom lens that is superior to the competition's offerings. The extra-long telephoto feature works with an advanced two-stage optical stabilizing system. This advance delivers clear and shake-free images, even from the longest parts of the focal range. more

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