Operational Accessories
A full range of operational accessories is available to take full advantage
of the versatility and operational features of these new camcorders.
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.
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 Ð even in bright sunlight. Seeing colour images helps picture composition and framing. It also gives good impression of the overall colour balance.
