XDCAM EXtra

A news and information resource for the Sony XDCAM EX Series of cameras

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EX Portable Power Solutions

December 24th, 2008 · No Comments

Dolgin Engineering have expanded the available configurations of their EX-V adapter for a variety of field power options. Now one can power a  SBAC-US10, and/or another device, all together from a BP-U30/U60 battery. There’s also a cable to power the camera using an off board 12V battery.

Features

  • Accepts Sony BP-U30/BP-U60 batteries
  • V mount available
  • Cigarette DC power output
  • XLR4 DC power output
  • Sony style EIAJ DC output plug for SBAC-US10 etc.
  • 2.1mm power output
  • Weight 3 oz
  • Warranty 2 years parts and labor

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MxS Card Closes The Door On The EX1

December 13th, 2008 · No Comments

The classic phrase “if it doesn’t fit, make one that will!” comes to mind here.
Seems the Aussie entrepreneurial prowess of
EFilms is about to make its mark with the release of the MxS Express Card that fits neatly within the EX1 allowing for closure of the door.
US$35 MxS only.
Just remember it will only work with certain brands of SDHC cards.
A timely gift for EX owners this Christmas

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XDCAM EX Clip Browser Updated To V2.00.01

December 11th, 2008 · No Comments


New features in Version 2.0:

(1) Avid AAF export - converts to OP1A to OP1Atom and MXF files in a single step export that allows files to then drag and drop into the AVID bin- works on both PC and MAC

(2) DV conversion to AVI and Raw files

(3) Improved Copy with CRC check

(4) Improved look and feel GUI

(5) Improved metadata search - handling and input

(6) Improved essence mark handling - add/delete

(7) Full screen display with on screen playback control display

(8) Still frame grab - grabs native resolution stills to BMP files

(9) JKL control.

Download Site: Sonybiz Eu

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Does Cheap Media Make The EX More Viable For Broadcasters?

December 7th, 2008 · No Comments


“I’ve already made it clear that I am a Sony EX1/EX3 fan. I think Sony may have hit the sweet spot that makes solid-state recording a usable technology for broadcasters, in conjunction with XDCam disc recording for archive and backups.”
Bruce Johnson in his Blog at PVC tries to convince a broadcast station the viability of using EX 3s, is it a dream come true or just a mirage? MH

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SxS Driver For New MacBook Pros - now available.

November 30th, 2008 · No Comments

All is well again in the world of SxS Cards and Macbook Pro!
An updated SxS Driver is now available that corrects problems (conflicts) with MacBook Pros released after October 2008.
Download and Source: Sony Canada

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EX3 Heavy Duty Base Plate System

November 30th, 2008 · No Comments

VF Gadgets have released a Heavy Duty Base Plate system, making a rock-solid connection to your fluid head. Designed to be a professional replacement to the threaded 1/4-20 stock mount, this solid plate fastens to the base of the camera at 3 points. Use a v-wedge toe piece for the Sony VCT-24 and VCT-U14, or any quick-release camera plate with 1/4″-20 or 3/8″ threads to mount the camera solidly to a fluid head.

The back plate of the EX3 Heavy Duty Base Plate system acts as a solid mounting point for larger popular battery packs and other accessories. This configuration also improves shoulder balance, providing more comfort for the handheld camera operator.

The 15mm rod adaptor (60mm spacing) for matte boxes, and lens support bracket for heavier lenses are also available to add more flexibility to your EX3 camera.

Source: VF Gadgets

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New Doglin 4 x BP60 Battery Charger For EX Series

November 30th, 2008 · No Comments

Dolgin have released the TC400 and TC40 EX Battery Chargers for Sony EX Series BP-U30, BP-U60 batteries.
The units are capable of recharging 4 x BP-U60 batteries within 4.5  hours.
Source:
Dolgin Website

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Schneider Optics offers new TRU-CUT IR-750 filter

November 18th, 2008 · No Comments

Have you checked if ‘black’ is ‘black’ with your EX images?  If not you may need an IR filter.

The new filters are available in 4 x 4, 4 x 5.65, 5 x 5, 5.65 x 5.65, 6.6 x 6.6 rectangular sizes and 138mm, 77mm, 4.5in and Series 9 round sizes.Nov 17, 2008 1:14 PM Source: Broadcasting Engineering

Schneider Optics has introduced the TRU-CUT IR-750 filter, designed to eliminate light in the infrared (IR) spectrum before it reaches an HD camera’s sensors.

Most HD cameras have a high sensitivity to light in the IR spectrum, and though the IR light is not visible to the human eye, it can result in odd color shifts and prevent a camera’s imagers from capturing true black tones. As digital videographers use multi-stop neutral-density (ND) filters to allow them to open their lens iris for more depth of field, IR light begins to dominate light from the visible spectrum, making its pollution more apparent.

Schneider developed its TRU-CUT IR-750 filter to remove the IR spectrum from the light path, resulting in more vibrant colors and true black tones from both CCD and CMOS sensors. The TRU-CUT IR filter blocks the IR light mere nanometers from the visible spectrum, cutting IR pollution from the image.

For more information www.schneideroptics.com.

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SWIT Releases New Battery For EX Series Cameras

November 12th, 2008 · No Comments

SWIT have released a new battery for the EX-1:

The S-8U62 intelligent Li-ion battery with multiple protective circuit design, compatible with the SONY PMW-EX1 camera.
It has a four-level remaining power indicator, a 14.4V D-tap power socket, and 63Wh larger capacity.
SWIT Website

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At Last - Counter-balance

November 2nd, 2008 · No Comments

Little do they know it, but Dolgin Camera Power have provided a very nice counter- balance for the EX-3. The V lock adaptor for BP batteries is available for just under US$50.

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