Sony's PXW-Z280 4K 3-CMOS 1/2" Sensor XDCAM Camcorder continues the fine tradition of the XDCAM series of cameras. It captures 4K at up to 60p relying on three 1/2" Exmor R sensors that provide improved low-light capability when compared to standard sensors. The camera integrates a 17x optical zoom lens and an electronic variable ND filter. The camera supports modern codecs such as XAVC, as well as legacy codecs such as MPEG HD and DVCAM, allowing you to use one camera to shoot 4K, HD, or SD video.
The camera supports S-Log 3 for improved performance, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) which allows you to shoot and deliver footage compatible with both HDR (high dynamic range) and SDR (standard dynamic range) without needing laborious post-production work. You can record in both 4K and HD simultaneously, or output 4K 60p via the built-in 12G-SDI output. The camera features built-in 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Sony PXW-Z280 4K 3-CMOS 1/2" Sensor XDCAM Camcorder B&H # SOPXWZ280 MFR # PXW-Z2
Specs
Sony PXW-Z280 Specs
Imaging Image Sensor 3-Chip 1/2" CMOS Sensor Effective Sensor Resolution 3840 x 2160 Signal-to-Noise Ratio 63 dB Minimum Illumination 0.0013 lux Lens Focal Length 5.6 to 95.2mm 35mm Equivalent Focal Length 30.3 to 515mm Optical Zoom Ratio 17x Maximum Aperture f/1.9 Minimum Aperture f/16 Filter Size 77 mm Control Rings Focus
Zoom
IrisImage Stabilization Optical Focus Control Autofocus
Manual FocusCamera Shutter Speed 1/24 to 1/8000 sec Built-In ND Filter Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters and a 2 to 7 Stop Electronic ND Filter Built-In Microphone Type Stereo Recording Media 2 x SxS Card Slots Recording Broadcast System Compatibility NTSC, PAL Recording Modes XAVC-I:
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (600 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (222 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (222 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 50/59.94 fps (222 Mb/s)
XAVC-L:
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (150 Mb/s)
1920 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
XAVC-L:
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (35 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (35 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (25 Mb/s)
MPEG2 4:2:2:
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (50 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
MPEG2 4:2:0:
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (35 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (35 Mb/s)
1440 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (35 Mb/s)
1440 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (35 Mb/s)
1280 x 1080p at 50/59.94 fps (35 Mb/s)
DV 4:2:0 8-Bit:
720 x 576i at 50 fps (25 Mb/s)
720 x 576PsF at 50 fps (25 Mb/s)
720 x 480i at 59.94 fps (25 Mb/s)
720 x 480PsF at 59.94 fps (25 Mb/s)Variable Frame Rates 1 to 60 fps Audio Recording XAVC: 4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio Interfaces Video Connectors 1 x BNC (Component) Output
1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Output
1 x HDMI OutputAudio Connectors 2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic Level Input
1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Stereo Headphone OutputOther I/O 1 x BNC Timecode Input
1 x BNC Timecode Output
1 x BNC Genlock Input
1 x 2.5 mm LANC Control
1 x USB Micro-B Data
1 x USB Type-A
1 x USB Type-C
1 x RJ45 LAN DataWireless Interfaces 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Wi-Fi, NFC Global Positioning GPS Display Display Type LCD Screen Size 3.5" Screen Resolution 1,560,000 Dots EVF Screen Size .5" EVF Resolution 2,360,000 Dots Power Battery Type Sony BP-U Series General Accessory Mount 1 x Multi-Interface Shoe Dimensions 7.02 x 7.95 x 16.78" / 178.4 x 202 x 426.3 mm (With Protrusions) Weight 6.6 lb / 3 kg Packaging Info Package Weight 11.5 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 20.5 x 11.0 x 10.0"