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Sony PMW-EX3 Now Available!

For affordable non-linear professional high definition acquisition Production Outfitters
now offers the Sony PMW-EX3. A high definition camcorder capable of a variety of frame
rates and resolutions using Sony’s new XDCAM-EX intraframe codec. A “big-brother” to the
PMW-EX1, the PMW-EX3 ups the ante by providing an interchangeable lens mount. The mount
allows the use of our optional adapter to put a variety of professional lenses on the
camera, including 1/2″ and 2/3″ bayonet mounts.

Enhancing both usability and workflow efficiency, the PMW-EX3 has an extensive set of
features that push the boundaries of traditional handheld cameras, including a continuous
record time of up to 140 minutes! Whether shooting in 720p, 1080i, or 1080p modes, the
PMW-EX3 has it all covered. Its bevy of output settings lets users take advantage of fast
and slow motion, as well as popular frame rates such as the “film-like” 24p mode. We also
carry the RM-B150 remote control units for control of both this camera our F800 and other
popular Sony cameras.

Panasonic AG-3DA1 Camera Rental

Now Available! Production Outfitters has the Panasonic AG-3DA1 for rent. The industry proven, light weight, easy to operate camcorder is the first of it’s kind to offer an affordable HD 3D solution. It’s two full 1920 x 1080 2.07 megapixel 3-MOS imagers allow you to record 1080/60i, 50i, 30p, 25p and 24p (native) and 720/60p and 50p in AVCHD. It can record for up to 180 minutes on dual 32GB SD cards in Panasonic’s professional AVCHD PH mode, and offers professional interfaces including dual HD-SDI out, HDMI (version 1.4), two XLR connectors, built-in stereo microphone and twin-lens camera remotes. Check out our you tube channel to see the 3D video “Underwater Experience” shot with this camera.

Panasonic AG-HPX300 P2 HD

Albuquerque, NM – Production Outfitters continues to evolve it’s HD platform with the addition of Panasonic P2 HD. The HPX300 is the world’s first affordable full 10-bit, 4:2:2 professional HD camcorder.

With 17x interchangeable lens, three 1/3″ 2.2-megapixel 3-MOS imagers and full 1920×1080, 10-bit 4:2:2 AVC-Intra recording, the HPX300 brings true master-quality HD recording within your reach — all with the benefit of P2’s faster, independent frame, file-based workflow.

This camera offers native 24p (23.98 fps), making it an affordable digital cinema solution for indie film production. The HPX300 also offers a broad range of creative features including variable frame rates, six advanced gamma functions, Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC), built-in scan reverse, Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) function, waveform and vector scope display and focus assist tools. Its high resolution LCOS color viewfinder (1,226,000-dot) and 3.2-inch LCD color monitor (921,000-dot) provide clear image reproduction even when shooting in bright outdoor areas.

Take full advantage of the reliability and flexibility of the fast, file-based P2 workflow.

Sony PDW-F800 HD XDCAM

Albuquerque, NM – The PDW-F800 camcorder is the newest member of our CineAlta HD line. It is equipped with three 2/3-inch type CCDs and a “Power HAD FX” progressive CCD with 1920 x 1080 effective pixels. Stunning-quality HD images can be captured at a data rate of up to 50Mbps using the MPEG-2 4:2:2 compression.

Our F800 is seening lots of action behind the scenes of “Knockout” and most recently on the USA Indoor Track & Field Championships on ESPN for Windfall Productions.

The F800 is a great addition to the growing arsenal of HD cameras at Production Outfitters. It provides multi-format recording flexibility including 1080i, 720P and SD, which comes with HD/SD conversion and cross conversion between 1080i and 720P. With features such as Slow & Quick Motion (over-crank and under-crank recording) make the PDW-F800 ideal for cinema and TV drama productions, as wel as ENG applications.