Sony DNW7PAC1 Review Camcorder
Published by Digital Video Camera / Camcorder Review Staff February 9th, 2006 in Sony, Camcorder Reviews, HD Cameras
The DNW-7 version 2 is a 10 bit Digital Signal Processing camera and SX Recorder/Player packaged as a one piece camcorder. This Power HAD camera provides performance of F 13 @ 2000 Lux (89.9 Reflectance). New features include all digital recording, Turbo Gain, Good Shot marker and system docking capability.The PAC1 includes the, DNW-7/2 Camcorder, BVF-V10 Viewfinder, VCT-14 Tripod Adapter, and Operations Manual.
Variable speed electronic shutter
Comprehensive menu control
Precision audio level adjustment
Setup card for uniform camcorder settings
Color playback without an external adapter as well as viewfinder playback on location
Turbo Gain: high sensitivity, dramatically reduced smear
Low acoustic noise
Comprehensive LCD display
Diagnostic information for easy maintenance
Compact and lightweight design
As part of the Betacam SX Camcorder line, the DNW-7 is designed to bring both superior digital performance and high mobility to single camcorder operations in the field, even when shooting under difficult conditions. The smaller recording head drum developed by Sony has made possible a design more compact than conventional analog Betacam SP camcorders, with a shorter overall length and lower center of gravity for excellent balance. The DNW-7 weighs approximately 6 kg (13 lb 3 oz) including battery, tape, and lens.
Longer recording time
The DNW-7, like all the Betacam SX camcorders, combines the performance of digital recording with the convenience of an efficient data-handling format that fits up to 60 minutes of recording on a single 1/2-inch S-cassette. Compared to conventional analog Betacam SP equipment, Betacam SX camcorders can reduce tape consumption by half.
Reduced Weight and Fewer Elements in the Total Crew Package
Betacam SX camcorders, including the DNW-7, are not only smaller and lighter, they also achieve further reductions in the total shooting system needed by news acquisition crews. Betacam SX camcorders provide full-color playback without an external adaptor — and longer recording of up to 60 minutes on a single S-cassette, so fewer tapes are required. They can incorporate an optional Slot-in Wireless Microphone Receiver and Internal Light System, saving even further on the equipment load that must be carried in the field.
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