Preliminary product information
The HXR-NX3D1 is an extremely compact, lightweight all-in-one 3D camcorder that
offers a convenient, inexpensive way into 3D video production. Boasting exceptional
manoeuvrability, its compact, lightweight design enables 3D shooting at camera angles
never before possible. There's no need for difficult, time-consuming alignment adjustment
for each scene as when using a 3D rig, simply adjusting left-right disparity is
all that's required to shoot 3D footage with the NX3D1. The NX3D1 has twin Sony
G Lenses and ¼-inch Exmor R CMOS image sensors that can record Double Full
HD 3D content into a single file. A 3.5-inch LCD panel allows you to view content
in 3D without using glasses. The HXR-NX3D1 also has a 10x optical zoom, 96GB internal
memory and supports LPCM Audio. It can shoot conventional 2D up to 1080/50P for
the complete production flexibility. This product comes with PrimeSupport - fast,
hassle-free repairs and a helpline offering expert technical advice. Which gives
you the peace of mind that Sony is looking after your equipment, and your business.
Double "Sony G Lenses" Double "Exmor R" CMOS Sensors
Inside the HXR-NX3D1´s compact body there are two separate cameras each featuring
a high-quality Sony G lens and a high-sensitivity, back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS
image sensor. High-quality 1920x1080 Full HD left and right images enable production
of incredibly realistic 3D movies.
Active SteadyShot and Optical 10x Zoom (34.4-344mm)
One of the most important considerations during 3D shooting is obtaining stable
images to prevent audience discomfort during viewing. The HXR-NX3D1 features Optical
SteadyShot with Active Mode, 3-way camera shake stabilizing technology that smoothes
out up/down, left/right and rotational motion when shooting in 3D. Capturing stable
3D images with minimal shake is possible even for hand-held shooting. When shooting
in 3D, the HXR-NX3D1 lets you zoom from 34.4mm to 34mm (when converted to 35mm equivalent).
Frame composition while zooming is also possible just like in 2D shooting.
3D Shooting with Two Parallel Cameras
The HXR-NX3D1 features two parallel lenses mounted 31mm apart. (the inter-axial
distance is 31mm) Disparity adjustment can be performed to change the read-out areas
of the left and right CMOS sensors so that they are closer together or further apart.
This lets you control perceived 3D depth and the proximity of regions of interest
to a virtual screen. Disparity adjustment is also possible during shooting using
the manual dial. Moving a region of interest closer to the virtual screen enables
shooting of comfortable 3D images with the desired feeling of depth. Please note,
when capturing 3D images, the minimum shooting distance is 80cm (at wide-angle setting).
3.5" Xtra Fine LCD™ display Providing 2D or Glassless 3D Viewing
The HXR-NX3D1's glassless 3D LCD (2562x480 PIXELS) lets you preview 3D images while
shooting. Switching between 2D and 3D display is also possible as well as separate
display of left and right images and a composite mix of left and right images for
easier confirmation of disparity.
User Selectable HDMI output for 2D and 3D viewing
Output from the HXR-NX3D1's HDMI jack to a 3D TV is selectable between Frame Packing
with Full HD output of alternate left and right images, and Side by Side with output
of horizontally compressed left and right images packed into a single frame. Select
the Frame Packing mode for a 3D TV (Sony BRAVIA) and the Side by Side mode for a
professional 3D monitor. Connection is also possible via an HDMI-HD-SDI converter
to enable compatibility with a wide range of 3D monitors.
Multi-Format Recording
Compatible with a wide range of formats, the HXR-NX3D1 enables 1080/60i/ 50i/24p
3D recording and 1080 60p/60i/50p/50i/30p/24p 2D recording.
XLR Adaptor with Selectable Phantom Power and ECM-XM1 Shotgun Microphone
The detachable handle has a compact, ergonomic design. Two balanced XLR audio inputs
are built in with phantom power and attenuation options that professional shooters
require for clean sound quality. Default audio settings for XLR recording are highlighted
in green for easy reference in the field in order to reduce operator error under
difficult lighting conditions. The ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone, mounted on top of
the handle, provides high quality linear PCM audio recording performance similar
to larger shoulder-mounted ENG style cameras.
Large Capacity, Internal 96GB Memory and Multi Card Slot
The HXR-NX3D1 has 96GB of internal memory, enabling extended recording in 3D mode
for approximately 7.5 hours. There's also a multi-card card slot that lets you record
onto Memory Sticks and SD Cards. You can also use these convenient recordable media
to copy data from the internal memory.
Single 3D Recording File for Easy Editing and 2D NLE Compatibility
Easy workflow is an important consideration when creating 3D footage. The HXR-NX3D1
uses Multi-View Coding (MVC) to record left and right channel clips as a single
file. Sony Vegas Pro 10.0d offers native import support for MVC video files, so
footage can be directly handled as 3D clips to enable import of left and right channel
clips together. By eliminating the need for time-consuming pairing, this provides
an extremely simple workflow.
And Vegas Pro 10.0d provides the ability to adjust, edit, preview, and output stereoscopic
3D Blu-ray Disc and 3D media with side-by-side, top/bottom, or line-alternate encoding.
Support is scheduled to enable conversion of MVC footage recorded with the HXR-NX3D1
to Cineform codec using the popular Cineform Neo3D/NeoHD as a Codec Plug-In for
3D editing. The supplied Contents Management Utility 2.1 software also enables conversion
of MVC video files to 2D AVC files with independent left and right channels. With
these capabilities the HXR-NX3D1 is ready for a wide range of workflows.
Direct Copy to External HDD Without a PC
Important shots can be backed up by copying footage directly from the HXR-NX3D1
to an external hard disk drive (sold separately) without the need for a computer.
The HXR-NX3D1 can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback
on a 3D HDTV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder´s handy 3D playback features.
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