Product Overview
The Sony PMW-F3 has a a true Super 35mm image sensor designed from the ground up for moving pictures. So you'll get gorgeous images without gotchas like aliasing and more. The PL mount works directly with the 35mm cinema lenses you love. The on-board XDCAM EXTM recording takes advantage of Sony's well-established post workflow. The RGB output and S-LOG Gamma module, previously an option, is now standard equipment. With all the facilities of a true camcorder, the F3 is everything you expect. And beyond.
The PMW-F3RGB is the foundation of this package and makes a tremendous image. The RGB output and S-LOG Gamma module are now standard equipment. The camera includes the power supply and battery. High quality recording is enabled by the inclusion of the Convergent Design Gemini 4:4:4. The Gemini 4:4:4 comes complete with 2x (two) 512GB memory cards to allow long duration or high bit rate recording. The Gemini 4:4:4 is a professional, high-definition video recorder that is very compact. The Gemini 4:4:4 functions as a high-quality monitor, a recorder and a playback device. As a recorder, the Gemini 4:4:4 can record up to the HD highest quality possible—uncompressed which can easily be incorporated into many workflows
The Sony PMW-F3 camera is designed to accept a tremendous range of lenses. In this package, a Sony PL adapter is supplied. The supplied Sony PL mount features both the Arri LDS and Cooke "i" interface capability. To vastly increase the range of available lenses, we have also included an Optitek CPL-i EF mount adapter. The Optitek CPL-i EF Lens adapter provides Iris with a fine Aperture control in ¼ stop increments. Unlike DSLR based camera systems, the PMW-F3 doesn't lock you into a particular lens mount or brand. The two adapters will allow interchangeable use of lenses from ZEISS, Arri,Cooke and many others. The Kit is protected with the LCF3KTH Hard Case. It has compartments designed to perfectly the PMW-F3 and the Gemini 444. The LCF3KTH also allows "room to grow". Make sure you fill up the remaining space with Sony gear!
Sony PMW-F3 XDCAM Includes:
- 1x PMW-F3L/RGB Camera head
- 1x Convergent Design Gemini 4:4:4 Recorder
- 2x 512GB SSD Memory Cards
- 1x Optitek CPL-i FZ to EF Lens Adapter
- 1x BC-U2 Battery Charger
- 1x BPU-9O Battery
- 1X LCF3KTH F3 Hard Case
Sony PMW-F3 XDCAM Features:
- Exmor™ Super 35 CMOS Sensor: The PMW-F3 is equipped with a newly developed Exmor Super35 CMOS image sensor which offers creative shallow depthof field, similar to that of a film camera. This sensor has an extremely high sensitivity of F11(ISO800) with a very low noise level (an S/N ratio of 63dB). This is a significant advantage especially when shooting in low-light conditions or atnight using only ambient light
- RGB & S-LOG Output (CBK-RGB01): The PMW-F3K/RGB now includes a scalable external recording solution. The RGB 4:4:4 and S-LOG output features are now included pre-installed. RGB 4:4:4 base band signal output is available for external recording devices such as HDCAM-SR recorders (i.e. Sony SR-R1). A LUT (Look Up Table) function is also provided for monitoring purposes when S-LOG output is activated. The PMWF3K/RGB also includes 3G-SDI output functionality. It enables users to select Dual-link HD-SDI or 3G-SDI depending on the connecting devices. S-LOG Gamma represents unique encoding, carefully tailored to the capabilities of the PDW-F3 image sensor. S-LOG Gamma mimics the tonal response of a film negative, so you retain full flexibility in color correction and a seamless workflow with post production facilities geared toward Cineon® files, DPX files and other LOG encoded material.
- PL Lens Mount: The PMW-F3employs a PL lens mount that is standard for film cameras, allowing use of a virtually unlimited number of prime and zoom lenses for 35-mm film cameras.This greatly broadens the choice of lenses for a wider spectrum of creative expression. A PL lens mount adapter comes with the camera as standard. The PMW-F3 supports the Cooke/i Technology protocol, which enables the camcorder to communicate with the lens to obtain lens metadata such as focus and iris position. The ARRI LDS interface will be supported as well. This improves post-production workflow as lens metadata can be recorded onto an SxS card and brought into the post-production process.
- XDCAM EX™ Workflow: The recording format and recording media are identical to the existing PMW-EX1Rand PMW-EX3, and proven, high-speed, intuitive XDCAM EX workflow can be usedwith high reliability. This workflow offers seamless integration with leading nonlinear editing software.
- Small and Lightweight, With Low Power Consumption: The PMW-F3 has a small, compact body with a very modest footprint, and weighs just 2.4 kg (5lb 4 oz). It offers mobility, flexibility, and cost efficiency. In addition,the camcorder’s power consumption is only 24 W, and about three hours’ recording can be achieved with only one BP-U60 battery.
- HD-SDI Dual-link Output: ThePMW-F3 has an HD-SDI Dual-link output connector which offers 4:2:2 1080 50/59.94p uncompressed signal output as standard. By using external recording devices such as HDCAM-SR recorders, users can achieve x 2.5 natural slow-motion playback in 1080/24p mode.
- 3D-LINK Option (CBK-3DL01): Another new feature of the PMW-F3 is the 3D-LINK option which is especially convenient for 3D stereoscopic shooting. Two PMW-F3 cameras can be controlled by one camera remote controller at the same time. The two cameras are connected with a special 10-pin cable that includes genlock, timecode in/out, and control line. Simultaneous control of the Iris and Focus functions of two cameras is extremely useful.
- Painting capabilities for Digital Imaging Technicians: With the use of either the RMB-150 orRMB-750 controller (sold separately ) hooked up tothe 8pin remote connector, digital imaging technicians can make various adjustments to the look of the footage captured by PMW-F3 camera based on the needs of the DP. Adjustable parameters are shown below.
- Native 24P Recording with Slow & Quick Motion: For a film look the PMW-F3 offers native 24P (SD or HD) recording and Slow & QuickMotion function also known as over and under-cranking. These features enable users to create unique ‘looks’ or special effects with slow- and fast motion images.
- Output up to 1080/60p: The image sensor of the PMW-F3 is capable of full-resolution 1080/60p image capture, even though the on-board recorder can't handle that avalanche of data. That's why Sony provides Dual-Link HD-SDI output. This enables two coax cables to convey 1080/60p to a compatible outboard recorder, such as the SRW-1 HDCAM SRTM recorder or the SR-R1SR Master™ recorder. Both recorders will enable high-speed capture for dramatic, full-resolution over cranking effects.
- SR-R1 SRMemory recorder: Combine the power of S-Log with 10 Bit 4:2:2 and RGB4:4:4 output from the PMW-F3 with the superb recording quality and features of the SR-R1 SR Memory recorder.
Sony PMW-F3 XDCAM Specifications:
- Camera:
- Built-in Optical Filters: OFF: Clear, 1: 1/8ND, 2: 1/64ND
- Gain: -3, 0, 3 ,6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC
- Imaging Device: Exmor Super 35mm equivalent CMOS
- S/N Ratio: 63 dB (Y) (Typical)
- Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance): T11 ISO800 (Typical)
- Shutter Speed (Time): 1/32 to 1/2000 sec.
- Slow Shutter: 2 to 8 frames
- White Balance: Preset (3,200 K), Memory A, Memory B/ATW
- General:
- Battery Operating Time:
- Approx. 130 min (HD-SDI DualLink ON, w/BP-U60)
- Approx. 170 min (HD-SDI Dual Link OFF, w/BP-U60)
- Built-in Microphone: None
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 6" x 7 1/2" x 8 3/8" (151 x 189 x 210mm)
- Mass: Approx. 5 lbs 4.7 oz (2.4 kg) without accessories
- Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Power Consumption:
- Approx. 18 W (Typical) (HD-SDI Dual-Link OFF, VF ON, LCD monitor OFF.
- Max. 24 W (Typical) (HD-SDI Dual-Link ON, VF ON, LCD monitor ON)
- Power Requirements: DC 12 V (11.0 V to 17.0 V)
- Recording Format:
- Video:
- HD HQ Mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL,35 Mbps / VBR
- HD SP Mode: MPEG-2 MP@H-14,25 Mbps / CBR
- Audio: LPCM (16 bits, 48 kHz, 2 channels)
- Recording Frame Rate:
- HD HQ Mode: 1920 × 1080/59.94i,50i, 29.97P, 25P,23.98P; 1440 × 1080/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P,25P, 23.98P; 1280 ×
- HD SP Mode: 1440 × 1080/59.94i, 50i (23.98P is converted to 59.94i in 2-3 pulldown processing).
- Recording/Playback Time:
- HQ Mode:
- Approx. 100 minwith SBP-32 (32 GB) memory card
- Approx. 50 min with SBP-16 (16 GB) memory card
- Approx. 25 min with SBP-8 (8 GB) memory card
- SP Mode:
- Approx. 140 min with SBP-32 (32 GB) memory card
- Approx. 70 min with SBP-16 (16 GB) memory card
- Storage Temperature: -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
- Inputs/Outputs:
- Audio Input: XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
- Audio Output: RCA phono jacks (x2), –10 dBu (47kO load, reference level)
- Composite Output: BNC type (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75O, HD-Y or analog composite signal
- DC Input: XLR-type 4-pin
- DC Output: N/A
- EXT 50-pin: N/A
- Genlock Input: BNC (x1)
- HDMI Output: A-type (x1)
- Headphone Output: Stereo mini jack (x1), –18 dBu (reference level output, 16O load)
- MIC: XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
- Remote: 8-pin
- SDI Output: BNC
- Timecode Input: BNC (x1)
- Timecode Output: BNC (x1)
- USB: Mini-B/USB2.0 Hi-Speed (x1)
- i.LINK: i.LINK, IEEE1394, 4-pin connector (x1), S400
- Lens:
- Filter Diameter: All included Sony PL lenses =95mm
- Focal Length: PMW-F3K includes a 35, 50, and 85mm fixed focal length lens
- Focus: Manual
- Iris: Manual, T2.0 to C (close) (All PMW-F3K Sony PL Lenses)
- Lens Mount: PL mount (with supplied lens mount adapter)
- Monitoring:
- Built-in LCD Monitor: 8.8 cm diagonal (3.5") color LCD, 16:9 Aspect ratio, Picture size 640 (H) × 3 (RGB) × 480 (V) delta sequence, Hybrid (semi-transmissive) type
- Viewfinder: 1.148 cm diagonal (0.452"), 16:9 Aspect ratio, 852(H) × 480 (V) Picture elements
Note:
Some photos above depict the PMW-F3 with an Arri lens and/or attached microphone, these items are NOT included with purchase. Items in image may not be to scale.
