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SONY HDW-700A HD Camcorder HDCAM- Perfect for Broadcast, Worship, IndustrialFantastic looks with the Sony Color set, matches Sony High end cameras easily. This camera was used mainly for live event image magnification. It is in great condition. It has no dead pixels….I have 3 of these cameras available for sale.If you want a multi camera set. All matched. Here’s the stats for the HDCAM with the most hours: MODEL#: HDW-700/1080 (not 700A) SERIAL#: 10085 Drum Running Hours: 904 Tape Travel Hours: 404 Operation Hours: 2538 Threading: 1194 Model Details HDCAM High Definition Camcorder w/HDVF-20 Viewfinder.The HDW-700 High Definition Camcorder is a 1080i compliant 2 million-pixel RGB camera utilizing 10-bit DSP.The camcorder is designed as a highly mobile, robust field acquisition system for Digital Electronic Cinematography, high definition sports, documentary, drama and natural history program creation. Features: Combines an HD color video camera head with an HDCAM portable video cassette recorder Incorporates three 2/3-inch Power HAD FIT CCD imagers each with 2,200,000 pixels that conform to 1920(H) x 1080(V) CIF (Common Image Format) 10-bit A/D converter and Advanced Digital Signal Processor (ADSP) for excellent picture quality Superb recording quality and high reliability of the HDCAM format in the VTR section Provides superb portability and a dust and drip-proof design for use in High Definition ENG, EFP and other applications Optimum compromise between image quality and portability. Maintains lens commonality with current Digital Betacam®, Betacam SX® and Betacam SP® camcorders. A range of new high definition lenses available from Canon, Fujinon and Angenieux are recommended for highest HD picture quality. A broad range of standard definition high quality lenses can be used to capture credible HD imagery. Very low noise and a wide dynamic range ensure superb image capture within a wide range of scene illumination. Approximately 17lbs. total weight (with battery, cassette, viewfinder and small lens). Approximately 40W consumption; compatible with current LiIon and NiCad battery systems. Ensures reliable high definition image and sound capture in the field. Forty-minute HD video recording in small cassette is highly advantageous for a wide range of program origination and digital electronic cinematography applications (underwater, wildlife documentary, helicopter, etc.). Format supports 4 channels digital AES/EBU audio. Camcorder provides two input channels with redundant recording. Sync sound recording offers a significant advantage. High horizontal MTF of 2M pixel CCD maintained up to 24Mhz luminance. Full vertical resolution maintained in video components Y, Pr and Pb. Sophisticated digital image enhancement system. Allows instant pre-programming of the camcorder for different “looks” and shooting environments, such as emulating the attributes of a particular film stock, or matching multiple cameras precisely. The camcorder provides full quality analog color HD playback directly from the camcorder (without an adapter) or with HDSDI playback with the HDCA-701 adapter. Facilitates confirmation of “good takes” and viewing of “dailies” on location. Dimensions: H x W x D: 5.52 x 10.44 x 7.83 inches (140 x 265 x 340mm) Weight: Approx. 16.53 lbs. (8.0kg)(Operating weight with lens, cassette and battery) Power Requirements: DC 12V +5.0/-1.0V Power Consumption: Approx. 40W Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) Humidity: 25 to 85% (relative humidity) Continuous Operating Time: Approx. 120 min. (with one BP-L90), or 80 min. (with one BP-L60) Sensitivity: F 8.0 at 2000Lux S/N Ratio: 54dB unweighted measured over 30Mhz bandwidth Genlock Video Input: BNC Time Code Input: BNC Time Code Output: BNC Monitor Out: BNC x 3 Camera Mic In: XLR 3-pin Mic/Line In: XLR 3-pin x2 Audio Monitor Out: XLR 3 pin Earphone Out: Mini jack Lens: 12-pin Remote: 8-pin DC Input: XLR 4-pin DC Output: 4-pin