XDCAM EX NAB Presentation 1

• PMW-320L – XDCAM EX ½-inch Shoulder Camcorder

• PMW-320K – XDCAM EX ½-inch Shoulder Camcorder
with Supplied Lens

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EXpanding XDCAM EX Line Up 2010

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PMW-350

PMW-320

PMW-EX3
PMW-EX1R PMW-EX30
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PMW-320 – New Product Introduction New!

New!

Many XDCAM EX users have requested full shoulder-type XDCAM EX

camcorder as a step up from the PMW-EX3.
These customers accept 1/2inch sensor and lens configurations.
- There is a clear opportunity to offer a low cost full shoulder type XDCAM EX
camcorder offering better picture quality than 1/3rd inch shoulder camcorders
(e.g. Panasonic’s HPX-301 / JVC’s GY-HM700)

Two packages will be available,

K package: With Fujinon Lens.
L package: Without Lens.

Please Note: - This is not a successor of PMW-EX3!

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Background to PMW-320 Product Introduction New!

New!

Target Markets:
− Regional TV, Small Production, Education, Event Videography,
Corporate, Freelance market.
− DSR-300 operators, who want to move file-based and HD, but feel
the PMW-350 is too expensive.
− Cost conscious customers who want full-shoulder-operation.

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PMW-320 Main Specification & Features

Main Specification
− Basically the PMW-320 offers the same great features of PMW-350 with the exception of
the following:
− 3 x ½-inch Exmor CMOS Imagers (same as the PMW-EX3).
− DVCAM Recording and Playback is a standard feature, i.e. not an option as with the PMW-350.

PMW-350 and PMW-320 differences

− Some specifications will differ because of the different imager size.
− Sensitivity: F11 (at 50i)
− S/N ratio: 54dB
− Gain up: up to 24dB
− Spectral system: F1.6 prism system (with quartz filter)

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PMW-320 and PMW-350 Comparison Chart

PMW-320 PMW-350
Imager 1/2” CMOS 2/3” CMOS
Prism F1.6 Prism System F1.4 Prism System
Sensitivity F11 (50i) F13 (50i)
S/N Ratio 54dB 59dB
Gain Up to 24dB Up to 42dB
Dynamic Range 460% 600%
Black Shading Compensation No Yes
Can not be mixed with Camera Picture
Test SAW Can be mixed with Camera Picture
(by Switching)
18W approx. 18W approx.
Power Consumption
( Recording mode, with, Lens, MIC, VF) ( Recording mode, Lens, MIC, VF )
Weight 3.2kg (Body only) 3.2kg (Body only)
DVCAM Format Record/Play Supplied Option (CBK-DV01)

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Other Features – Clip Name Expansion New!

New!
− Clip Prefix Functionality
− “Title Prefix” setting in Clip menu
− “XXXXZZZZ”
− XXXX : User defined prefix clip name which can be manually entered by Camcorder Menu Dial.
− ZZZZ : Automatically generated Number
− Prefix Expansion
− Currently PMW-350 supports 4 characters but it will be expanded up to a max. 46 characters
− XX…………….XXZZZZ

46 characters
− File name: XX…………….XXZZZZ.mp4 --- HD
XX…………….XXZZZZ.avi --- DVCAM

− PMW-320 will support 46 characters as well.

− PMW-320's prefix expansion will be available on all units. For PMW-350/PMW-EX3 this feature will be supported via
the firmware version up implemented in March 2010.

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Lens Configuration New!

New!

The PMW-320 offers a standard ½-inch Lens Mount

− Standard ½-inch Lenses available in the market can be attached.
− N.B. for Analogue Lenses, the assign button and zoom control from a 700 protocol remote controller
does not work.
The K-Package will be supplied with a new 16x Fujinon ½-inch Lens
− The specification and design is almost the same as the lens of PMW-350K.
− Auto Focus and ALAC are supported.

※ The image shown is the PMW-350K lens

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PMW-320K and PMW-350K Lens Comparison New!

New!

PMW-320K Lens PMW-350K Lens

Image Format 1/2” 2/3”

Zoom Ratio x 16 x 16
5.8 ～ 93 8.0 ～ 128
Focal Length (mm)
equivalent to 31.4 to 503 mm on 35 mm lens equivalent to 31.5 to 503 mm on 35 mm lens

1:1.9 (5.8mm) 1:1.9 (8.0mm)

Maximum Relative Aperture
1:2.8 (93mm) 1:2.8 (128mm)

Size D x L Φ85 x 168.8mm Φ85 x 163.8mm

Mass 1.50kg (w/o hood) 1.52kg (w/o hood)

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PMW-320 - Design
The cosmetic design of the PMW-320 has been changed
to differentiate it clearly from the PMW-350.
− It is important for customers to easily tell the difference (e.g.
hire customers)
− There are 6 differences:
There are Six Design Differences:
1. The rubber grip colour on the Handle
2. The background colour of the Exmor logo
3. 1/2” lens mount, and the colour of the lens mount ring
4. The background colour of the model name plate
5. Position of the imaging mark
6. The DVCAM Logo is standard on the PMW-320
− In PMW-350, it can be added by installing the DVCAM option (CBK-DV01)

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison - 1/6

The Handle Rubber Grip Colour
PMW-350 PMW-320

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison - 2/6

The Background Colour of the Exmor Logo
PMW-350 PMW-320

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison - 3/6

The Colour of Lens Mount Ring
PMW-350 PMW-320

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison - 4/6

The Background Colour of the Model Name Plate
PMW-350 PMW-320

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison - 5/6

DVCAM Format Label
PMW-350 PMW-320

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison - 6/6

Positioning of Imaging Mark
PMW-350 PMW-320

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PMW-320 – Design Comparison – Side by Side

PMW-350 PMW-320

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Options
− The Studio System Solution (CA/CEU) can be used via the 50 pin interface option.
− The soft shoulder pad option is also available.

Model No Model Name Description Support Schedule

CBK-SP01 SHOULDER PAD Dynafit softer type Jan. 2010

CBK-CE01 50 PIN INTERFACE 50 pin Interface Nov. 2010

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System Configuration and Accessories

Li-ion Battery Battery Charger
BP-L80S/L60S BC-L160/L500/L70
BP-GL95A/GL65A
Portable Light Viewfinder
Supplied VF !
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(Option VF) AC-DN10/DN2B
1000/RCP-1001/ RCP-
DXF-20W RM-B750/B150
Shotgun Mic 1500/RCP-1501 and RCP-1530
Supplied Mic BKW-401 DXF-51 8pin RCP-750/751/920/921 Available May 2010
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ECM-673 May 2010
ECM-678
ECM-680S Slot-in WRR, SD Monitor Consumer Monitor
Analogue Composite or HDMI
WRR-855S
Digital
DWR-S01D
Mic Holder HD Monitor SD Monitor XDCAM Decks EX30 HR-1 HDCAM
CAC-12 HD/SD SDI

2/3” Lens Mount

Exchange Adaptor 50Pin (Option) CA (XDCA-55) Camera Extension Unit (XDCU-50)
LO-32BMT SxS Memory
Slot x 2
Tripod Adapter TS Adapter HDCA-702
DVB-ASI
Shoulder Pat HDV
Option NLE FS-5
PHU-60K SxS Pro DVCAM HVR-DR60 HVR-MRC1 PHX-MS240
VCT-14 / VCT-U14 (CBK-SP01) SxS-1 i.LINK PDZ-X (FOCUS)
DV
/120K/120R

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Comparison Charts

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Feature Comparison - General

PMW-EX3 PMW-320 PDW-F355

Size (W x H x D) 250 x 210 x 425 124 x 269 x 332 146 x 268 x 328
3.2Kg approx. (Body 3.2Kg approx. 3.9Kg approx.
Weight
Only) (Body Only) (Body Only)
Body
13.5W approx. 15W approx. -
Power Only
Consumption with VF,
- 18W approx. 34W approx.
MIC
Operating Temperature 0℃～40℃ 0℃～40℃ -5℃～40℃

Storage Temperature -20℃～60℃ -20℃～60℃ -20℃～60℃

Operating/Storage Humidity 10～90% 10～90% 10～90%

300 minutes approx. 270 minutes approx. (with 150 minutes
Continuous Recording Time
( with BP-GL95 ) BP-L80S) approx.(BP-GL95)

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Feature Comparison - Camera

PMW-EX3 PMW-320 PDW-F355

1/2” Power HAD

1/2” Exmor CMOS 1/2” Exmor CMOS
Imaging Device CCD
1920x1080 1920x1080
1440 x 1080
Optical System F1.6 prism system F1.6 prism system F1.4 prism system
CLEAR, 1/4, 1/16,
Built-in Optical Filter CLEAR, 1/8, 1/64ND CLEAR, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64ND
1/64ND
Sensitivity(3200K,
2000lux, F10 F10 F9
89.9%reflectance)
0.004lx (F1.4 +48dB
0.14lux (64 frame 0.07lux (64 frame
Minimum illumination 64 frame
accumulation,18dB) accumulation,18dB)
accumulation)
S/N ratio 54dB…DNR ON 54dB…DNR ON 54dB
Modulation Depth more than 45% more than 45% 45% (21MHz)
Horizontal resolution 1000TV lines of more 1000TV lines of mor 800TV lines
Dynamic Range 460% 460% 600%
-3,0,3,6,9,12,18,24
Gain -3,0,3,6,9,12,18 dB -3,0,3,6,9,12,18,24dB
30, 36, 42,48 dB
1/100, 1/125. 1/250,
1/100,1/125.1/250,1/500, 1/100,1/125.1/250,1/500,
Shutter Speed 1/500, 1/1000,
1/1000,1/2000,ECS,SLS 1/1000,1/2000,ECS,SLS
1/2000, ECS, SLS
2,3,4,5,6,7,8,16,32,64fram 2～8, 16, 32, 64
Slow Shutter 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,16,32,64frame
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Feature Comparison - Audio

PMW-EX3 PMW-320 PDW-F355

Sampling Frequency 48KHz 48KHz 48KHz

Quantization
16 bit 2ch/4ch 16 bit 2ch/4ch 16 bit 2ch/4ch
characteristic
20, 18, 16, 12dB 20, 18, 16, 12dB 20, 18, 16, 12dB
Head Room
(20dB:Factory Setting) (20dB:Factory Setting) (20dB:Factory Setting)
Frequency 20HZ～20KHz (+0.5/-1.0dB) 20HZ～20KHz (+0.5/-1.0dB) 20HZ～20KHz
Characteristic Rear Line-Input Rear Line-Input (+0.5/-1.0dB)
90dB(standard) 90dB(standard)
Dynamic Range 85dB
Rear Line-Input Rear Line-Input
Built-in Speaker 300mW, Mono 300mW, Mono 300mW, Mono

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Feature Comparison - Format

PMW-EX3 PMW-320 PDW-F355

MP4 (HD)
File Wrapper MP4 MXF
DV-AVI (DVCAM)
SxS SxS
Recording Media SD Adaptor SD Adaptor Professional Disc
MS Adaptor MS Adaptor
MPEG-2 MP@HL MPEG-2 MP@HL MPEG-2 MP@HL

・HQ Mode ： 35Mbps / VBR
(1920 x 1080 /59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P)
(1280 x 720 /59.94P,50P, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P )
・SP Mod ： 25Mbps /CBR
(1440 x 1080 /59.94i, 50i,23.98P PD)
HD
・HQ Mode ： 35Mbps / VBR
(1920 x 1080 /59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P)
(1440 x 1080 / 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P)
(1280 x 720 /59.94P,50P, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P )
・SP Mode ： 25Mbps /CBR
(1440 x 1080 /59.94i, 50i,23.98P PD)
HQ Mode ： 35Mbps / VBR
(1440 x 1080 / 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P)
SP Mode ： 25Mbps /CBR
(1440 x 1080 / 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P)
LP Mode ： 18Mbps /VBR
(1440 x 1080 / 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, 23.98P)

Recoding / Playback
Format (Video)

・DV mode：25Mbps / DVCAM DVCAM：25Mbps

(720x480 /59.94i, 29.97PsF, (720x480 /59.94i, 29.97PsF, 23.98PsF,720 x 576 / 50i,
SD - 720x576 / 50i, 25PsF) 25PsF)

MPEG HD 4ch or 2Ch

HD HD 4:2:0：16bit,48KHz,2ch HD 4:2:0：16bit,48KHz,4ch
Recording / Playback 16 bit 48kHz
Format (Audio)
SD DVCAM：16bit,48KHz,2ch(AVI) DVCAM：16bit,48KHz,2ch(AVI) DVCAM: 4ch, 16 bit/48kHz
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Feature Comparison - Output

PMW-EX3 PMW-320 PDW-F355

MIC(FRONT) No XLR 5pin XLR 5pin

HD/SD SDI BNC (HD/SD) BNC (HD/SD) BNC (HD/SD)

BNC, 1Vp-p, 75Ω BNC, 1Vp-p, 75Ω
COMPOSIT VIDEO BNC, 1Vp-p, 75Ω
SD / HD-Y Switching SD / HD-Y Switching
COMPORNENT Mini D No No
HDMI No HDMI No
AUDIO RCA pin x 2 XLR5pin XLR 3pin x 2
WIRELESS Slot In Yes15pin D-sub Yes15pin D-sub No (Option CA-WRR855)

Studio System Solution Yes Yes No

3.5” Colour LCD
LCD No B/W LCD (Audio LEV, TC display) 16:9
250K effective pixels
3.5” Colour LCD 16：9 3.5” Colour LCD 16：9
Supplied VF 2” B&W CRT
640x3x480=921K effective pixels 640x3x480=921K effective pixels
VF IF DXF VF IF DXF VF IF DXF VF IF

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Feature Comparison - Features

PMW-EX3 PMW-320 PDW-F355

Power on REC - Less than 3 seconds about 5 seconds
Cache REC No 15 seconds 12 seconds
Loop Rec No No No
Freeze Mix Yes Yes Yes
Digital Extender No Option No
Image Inverter No Yes No
Drip water proof No Yes Yes (Rain-proof)
Dust proof No Yes Yes
Wave Form / Vector Scope Display No No No
Focus Assist Indication No No No
Focus Mag Indication Yes Yes No
Manual Focus Assist Yes (only with supported Lens) Yes (only with supported Lens) No

Auto Focus Yes (only with supported Lens) Yes (only with supported Lens) Yes
Wi-Fi (Planning Meta) No Yes No

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PMW-320 - Images

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NLE Interoperability Update

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*1: Time Code of the clip is reset to 00:00:00:00- on import to NLE

Current Status *2: The last frame of the clip is sometimes dropped on import to NLE

NLE Products

XDT : XDCAM Transfer

Final Cut Media Vegas Edius Premiere
AMA : Avid Media Access Pro Composer Pro Pro Pro
MC : MainConcept MPEG Pro HD 7.0.1 4.0 9.0c 5.1 CS4.2
MP4 Import XDT AMA
AVI (DV) Import *1*2 AMA *1 *1
Audio 4ch (MP4) Import XDT AMA TBC
Operating 1920x1080 (35Mbps) XDT AMA
Points
1440x1080 (35Mbps) XDT AMA
1280x720 (35Mbps) XDT AMA
1440x1080 (25Mbps) XDT AMA
Write Back to SxS Card (MP4) XDT ----- MC

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Product Launch Detail

Dealer disclosure Press Release Tentative or

date under NDA and Full Launch Confirmed First Shipment
XDCAM EX New Products
PMW-320L 6th April NAB 11th April Tentative Aug-10
PMW-320K 6th April NAB 11th April Tentative Aug-10
XDCA-53 6th April NAB 11th April Tentative Nov-10
XDCA-55 6th April NAB 11th April Tentative Nov-10
XDCU-50 6th April NAB 11th April Tentative Nov-10
CBK-CE01 6th April NAB 11th April Tentative Nov-10

For information on the XDCA/XDCU product please see: XDCAM EX NAB Training Presentation 2

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