As well as the new 4K HDC-3200 system camera, Sony played a full hand in Vegas when it comes to live production.
The new HDC-3200 system camera is one of those products where manufacturers seek to build out their range into as many niches as possible rather than something that will set the world on fire. Nevertheless, for the right people, it will definitely hit the mark
The basic idea behind the HDC-3200 is that it is a more affordable 4K system, ensuring users have an option that provides everything they need, without paying for capabilities that aren’t required. Essentially it’s a lower cost version of the company’s HDC-3500 and, as such, is fiber based and shares many of the features common to the HDC-series including a 2/3” type 3CMOS image sensor with global shutter, 4K and HDR and support for numerous signal formats. The HDC-3200 is compatible with the existing lineup of Sony viewfinders, large lens adapters and IP transmission systems, and will be on sale next month with a pricing TBA.
There are also two new large lens adaptors at the show, the HDLA-3505 and HDLA-3501. The HDLA-3505 can be used with the HDVF-EL70 and has an LCD panel that allows for assignable settings at the press of a button and simple monitoring via SDI Input. The HDLA-3501 meanwhile complements the HDC-3200, providing a cost-effective 4K system. It is designed to operate with the company’s HDVF-L750 viewfinder and enables easy access to the camera head while supporting rear panel operation. Both options offer Sony systems cableless interface and instant attachment to, and detachment from, the camera. They are planned to be available in June 2022.
Meanwhile, Sony’s PVM-X series 4K, HDR monitors (18-, 24- and 32-inch) sizes have a new v4.0 firmware release scheduled for August 2022. New features include: two new optional licenses to support signal conversion and 3D LUT Output, timecode and audio output capabilities will also be added to the enhanced monitor output. The firmware will also feature in monitor display, parallel remote and chroma up as well as support for closed captioning.
And elsewhere, Sony is updating its UWP-D 4th generation wireless microphone series: the URX-P41D dual channel receiver and convenient UWP-D27 package. The new portable receiver offers simplified functionality, user-friendly features, and digital audio interface via the SMAD-P5 MI (Multi Interface) shoe adapter, which is, of course, compatible with many of Sony’s camcorders.