HSC-300

Power HAD FX CCD for high sensitivity

The HSC-300 is equipped with a newly developed three 2/3-inch type 2.2-megapixel HD CCD. Based on Sony HAD sensor technology and the latest on-chip lens structure, this new CCD offers a high sensitivity of F11 at 2000 lx. In addition to this performance, a wide variety of capturing modes including 1080/50i and 720/50P.

14-bit A/D (Analog to Digital) conversion

The HSC-300 utilises a 14-bit A/D convertor, which enables images captured by the high-performance CCDs to be processed with maximum precision. In particular, this high-resolution A/D conversion allows the gradation in mid-to-dark-tone areas of the picture to be faithfully reproduced. Thanks to this 14-bit A/D convertor, pre-knee signal compression at highlight areas can be eliminated and the camera can clearly reproduce a high-luminance subject at a 600% dynamic range.

Digital triax operation

The HSC-300 camera utilizes a very high-quality digital triax system that expands its operability in field applications, as well as for studio production. The HSC-300's digital triax system can be integrated into conventional triax-based infrastructures, enabling an easy upgrade from existing systems.

This newly developed digital triax transmission system offers long cable runs of up to 1800 m (5906 feet)* via a ø14.5 mm cable between the camera and the CCU.

*The maximum cable length depends on the camera system configuration, lens type, and the number of cable connections.

Newly developed Focus Assist Functions

For easier focusing through the viewfinder, two types of focus assist functions are newly incorporated to the HSC-300: Viewfinder Detail and Focus Assist Indicator. To intuitively recognize a focusing point, users of the camera can add dedicated image-enhancing edge signals directly to the viewfinder as "Viewfinder Detail". The "Focus Assist Indicator" is a helpful tool for manual focus adjustments as a "focus meter". An indicator is displayed at the bottom or other positions of the viewfinder frame, enabling users to make more accurate and fine focus adjustments.

System Compatibility

The HSC-300 camera is fully compatible with Sony's current master setup units (MSU) and remote control panels (RCP). This flexibility allows for comprehensive camera systems or simple point-to-point systems.

Low profile chassis design and Large lens operation.

The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted - either forwards or backwards - to provide users with the optimum weight balance and comfortable operation either on the shoulder or on a tripod.

In addition to this low profile chassis design, the highly flexible HDLA-1500, HDLA-1505, and HDLA-1507 Large Lens Adaptors are also available. These adaptors allow the HSC-300 to be used for many different applications and for users to choose the optimum viewfinder for the production. This capability makes the HSC-300 the most flexible portable camera in its class.

Installing the HDLA-1500/1505/1507 Large Lens Adaptor is very simple and eliminates time-consuming adjustments such as lens centering or additional wiring.