Picture Cache Board (Optional)
A new and extremely attractive feature is now available for all three new Digital
Betacam camcorder models. This is the BKDW-703 Picture Cache Board option which,
when installed, provides up to eight seconds of loop recording using solid state
memory. Thus, when the REC start button is pressed,
everything that happened up to eight seconds before
that moment is recorded on tape. Just imagine - if
something happens in front of your camera, you will
still have up to eight seconds to decide whether or
not you want it recorded on tape. You have the choice
of recording for 1, 2, 4 or 8 seconds.
SDI Output Board (Optional)
To increase the operational convenience of all Digital Betacam camcorders, the new
optional BKDW-702 SDI Output Board is available. When installed into any of the
three models it provides an SDI output signal, as defined by ITU-R BT601, from the rear
Video Output connector. This way production crew on location can see the picture at
its best.
Digital Cinematography Accessories(Optional)
Recognising the acceptance of Sony Digital Betacam
camcorders for Digital Cinematography productions, many
film-related manufacturers are now offering film-type accessories
for DVW models. These include special digital cinematography
zoom and prime lenses, base plates, matte boxes, follow focus
units, etc. This is particularly relevant for crews principally used
to working with film. A range of special lenses optimised for
Digital Cinematography style production is available from most
manufacturers. These are mainly calibrated in T stops rather
than F stops, have more turns to the focus ring, have Arri gear
teeth for follow focus kits and a reduced zoom range. There is
also a range of prime lenses for 2/3-inch mount cameras.
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Extended Viewfinder (Order-based)
The new Sony extended viewfinder, the BKW-LVF1, is of particular interest to crews
used to film-style shooting. It facilitates operation of Digital Betacam camcorder when
shooting in the same style as with a film camera.
Colour Viewfinder (Optional)
The BVF-VC10W Colour Viewfinder offers accurate colourimetry in a perfect viewing
environment – even in bright sunlight. Seeing colour images helps picture composition
and framing. It also gives good impression of the overall colour balance.