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We have the best selection of broadcast quality high definition cameras available anywhere. Be sure to take a look at the many other accessories we offer including lenses, camera support, lighting, audio, and grip.
Sony continues to raise the bar with the introduction of its rain- and dust-proof HXR-NX70U NXCAM Compact Camcorder. This rugged little trouper is the perfect companion for those tough location shoots where weather and climate cause lesser cameras to buckle and fold. Meeting stringent dustproof and rainproof requirements, the NX70U's sealed body keeps out all but the toughest of elements, making it ideal for documentary and news videographers traveling to far-flung, unpredictable locations.
$ 249.00/day | |
The ARRI ALEXA EV Digital Cinema camera is designed for broadcast, motion picture and commercial applications. Using the new ALEV III Super-35 sized CMOS Bayer-pattern sensor, the ALEXA is capable of 1920x1080 HD outputs as well as 3.5K Uncompressed RAW. ALEXA shoots 1-60fps with a base sensitivity of 800 ISO and can record in ProRes via internal hot-swap SxS cards (with optional upgrade), or output Uncompressed HD-SDI or ARRIRAW. Call for a Quote | |
The ARRI ALEXA EV Digital Cinema camera is designed for broadcast, motion picture and commercial applications. Using the new ALEV III Super-35 sized CMOS Bayer-pattern sensor, the ALEXA is capable of 1920x1080 HD outputs as well as 3.5K Uncompressed RAW. ALEXA shoots 1-60fps with a base sensitivity of 800 ISO and can record in ProRes via internal hot-swap SxS cards (with optional upgrade), or output Uncompressed HD-SDI or ARRIRAW. $ 1799.00/day | |
The PDW-F800 camcorder is the newest member of the XDCAM family. It offers multi-format recording flexibility as standard - including SD recording and a frame rate of 23.98P in 1080 mode. 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 by this high-resolution CCD and advanced digital signal. On top of the exceptional technology, the PDW-F800 offers very high quality HD recording at a data rate of up to 50Mbps using the MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL compression. It also 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.
$ 895.00/day | |
The PDW-700 camcorder comes equipped with three 2/3-inch type CCDs – a newly developed "Power HAD FX" progressive CCD with 1920 x 1080 effective pixels. Stunning-quality HD images can be captured by this high-resolution CCD in conjunction with the 14-bit A/D converter and advanced digital signal. On top of the exceptional technology, the PDW-700 offers very high quality HD recording at a data rate of up to 50Mbps using the MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL compression. It also provides multi-format recording flexibility including 1080i, 720P and SD, which comes with HD/SD conversion and cross conversion between 1080i and 720P. $ 845.00/day | |
The Sony PMW-EX3 is a flash-memory based 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 users to put a variety of professional lenses on the camera, including 1/2" and 2/3" bayonet-mounts.
$ 299.00/day | |
The Sony PMW-EX1 is a flash-memory based high definition camcorder capable of a variety of frame rates and resolutions using Sony's new XDCAM-EX intraframe codec. The Exmor 1/2" CMOS sensors used in the PMW-EX1 provide unprecedented levels of image clarity previously unavailable in the prosumer market. Sony's sophisticated SxS Pro memory cards add a unique dimension to almost any production. INCLUDED IS ONE 8gb CARD. Additional cards 8gb and 16gb are available on this page.
$ 249.00/day | |
ON SPECIAL SALE! Price requires complete camera and lens package. Joining the F35 and SRW-9000PL in Sony's lineup of CineAlta 24p digital cinema cameras, the PMW-F3L Super 35mm Full-HD Compact Camcorder continues the democratization of high-end image capture. The camera's newly developed 35mm-size CMOS sensor offers a variety of advantages over smaller sensors, including increased control over depth of field, higher sensitivity in low light, lower image noise, and an exceptional dynamic range. Unlike smaller, broadcast-style sensors or the larger "full-frame" sensor found in some DSLRs, the PMW-F3's chip is on a par with Hollywood film cameras, in terms of field of view and depth of field. That means complete compatibility with cine-style film lenses and consistency of vision for cinematographers used to shooting on 35mm film.
$ 499.00/day | |
Panasonic's AG-AF100 Micro Four Thirds Professional HD Camcorder represents an enormous leap forward in affordable, cinema-quality video imaging. Providing all the professional features that videographers expect in an interchangeable-lens camcorder--manual video and audio control, variable frame rates, HD-SDI and HDMI output, XLR inputs, timecode--the AG-AF100 plays its trump card with a large, 4/3-type image sensor. At 13 times the size of comparably priced 1/3" sensors (and almost 4 times larger than the 2/3" chips found in cameras costing more than twice as much), the AG-AF100's sensor brings the richness of DSLR video into a professional form factor.
$ 279.00/day | |
Panasonic's AG-AF100 Micro Four Thirds Professional HD Camcorder represents an enormous leap forward in affordable, cinema-quality video imaging. Providing all the professional features that videographers expect in an interchangeable-lens camcorder--manual video and audio control, variable frame rates, HD-SDI and HDMI output, XLR inputs, timecode--the AG-AF100 plays its trump card with a large, 4/3-type image sensor. At 13 times the size of comparably priced 1/3" sensors (and almost 4 times larger than the 2/3" chips found in cameras costing more than twice as much), the AG-AF100's sensor brings the richness of DSLR video into a professional form factor. $ 279.00/day | |
NTSC version of the Panasonic DVCPRO HD P2 camera. A breakthrough design, the HVX200 uniquely combines multiple high- and standard-definition formats, multiple recording modes, variable frame rates, and the vast benefits of solid-state memory with P2.
$ 295.00/day | |
The AG-HVX200E is one of the best hand-held, high-definition PAL cameras ever. A breakthrough design, the HVX200 uniquely combines multiple high- and standard-definition formats, multiple recording modes, variable frame rates, and the vast benefits of solid-state memory with P2.
$ 395.00/day | |
The Panasonic AG-HPX170 is a handheld P2HD camera which builds on the tradition and success of the AG-HVX200. The camera's enhanced sensor provides lower noise levels while increasing sensitivity in low-light situations. Unlike the AG-HVX200, the AG-HPX170 does not include a tape drive, opting for lighter and more durable frame. In this case "less" certainly means more; removal of the deck translates into a variety of extra features, including a 75mm lens with improved wide-angle capability, vector scope, waveform monitor, HD-SDI output, a 6-Pin locking FireWire port, and 3 focus-assist modes.
$ 249.00/day | |
Essentially the same as the HPX170 but this camera is specially configured to be switchable between both PAL and NTSC. $ 299.00/day | |
The AG-HMC150 offers outstanding versatility and an impressive feature set that makes it ideal for a wide range of applications. The camera uses a 1/3" three-chip CCD imager and comes standard with a 28mm, 13x wide-angle Leica lens. The new PH Record mode (21 Mbps) offers higher resolution with a host of recording formats including 24p. It also boasts, amazing low light performance, long record & battery time and professional Audio capabilities. The AG-HMC150 camera body is lightweight, rugged, and well balanced for superior reliability. $ 249.00/day | |
Sony's new HVR-Z7U is the world's first professional handheld HDV camcorder with an interchangeable lens system.
$ 295.00/day | |
PAL version of the Z7U. Sony's new HVR-Z7U is the world's first professional handheld HDV camcorder with an interchangeable lens system. $ 295.00/day | |
1080i HDV camera is PAL and NTSC switchable, HD and SD switchable, and popular with networks, the BBC, and other production groups as a standalone or together with the Sony Cine Alta.
$ 295.00/day | |
Sony HVR-A1U 1/3" Professional HDV Camcorder with 3-Million Pixel CMOS Imager, High Definition HDV, DVCAM and Mini DV Recording Options, Professional Audio Inputs and Time Code. The HVR-A1U is a tiny camera capable of recording in several frame rates including NTSC. When it is set up to record standard definition video this camera is an NTSC device that stripes the tape at 30 interlace frames per second. When it is selected to record in HDV it can record 60i, 30p or 24 frames per second. Its widescreen chip captures over 1000 horizontal lines and 1440 vertical lines no matter what you dial in for record format.
$ 249.00/day | |
Sony HVR-A1E 1/3" Professional HDV Camcorder with 3-Million Pixel CMOS Imager, High Definition HDV, DVCAM and Mini DV Recording Options, Professional Audio Inputs and Time Code. The HVR-A1E is a tiny camera capable of recording in several frame rates including PAL. When it is set up to record standard definition video this camera is a PAL device that stripes the tape at 30 interlace frames per second. When it is selected to record in HDV it can record 50 or 25 frames per second. Its widescreen chip captures over 1000 horizontal lines and 1440 vertical lines no matter what you dial in for record format. $ 299.00/day | |
The HDW F900 is capable of record/playback of 1080 progressive at 23.98 or 24 or 25 or 29.97 or 30 frames per second or 50 or 59.94 or 60 fields per second at 1080 interlaced. Shooting at 24p allows for frame-for-frame video to film transfer. NTSC or PAL.
$ 795.00/day | |
The HDW F900 is capable of record/playback of 1080 progressive at 23.98 or 24 or 25 or 29.97 or 30 frames per second or 50 or 59.94 or 60 fields per second at 1080 interlaced. Shooting at 24p allows for frame-for-frame video to film transfer. NTSC or PAL.
$ 695.00/day | |
The AG-HPX500 P2 HD shoulder-mount camcorder delivers a unique combination of high-end features never offered in a camcorder in this genre, including production-quality 2/3" progressive 3-CCDs, DVCPRO HD quality, multi HD and SD formats, variable frame rates, and four independent audio channels. In addition, the HPX500 offers the outstanding benefits of P2 solid state recording including ultra-fast IT workflow and no-moving-parts reliability, which makes the camera ideal for use in harsh environments.
$ 599.00/day | |
Camera body without lens includes batteries, power supply and charger.
$ 499.00/day | |
Camera body with standard HD lens also includes batteries, power supply and charger. $ 649.00/day | |
The HVR-HD1000U Digital High Definition HDV camcorder features a shoulder mount design and matte black color, designed to meet the growing demand of HDV users for greater mobility and professional appearance. With premium design characteristics and high-definition 1080i recording capability, the HDV-HD1000U is ideal for weddings, corporate communications, colleges, universities, sporting events, and working videographers on a budget. A built-in down-converter creates DV material, perfect for standard DVD productions. A special still photo mode is ideal for producing DVD cases and making wedding photo albums. The HVR-HD1000U camcorder features a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 10x optical zoom, similar to that found on higher end professional HDV camcorders. The "Smooth Slow Rec" function of the HVR-HD1000U camcorder allows users to perform slow-motion playback by capturing images at four times faster than the normal field rate. The Super SteadyShot™ (optical) feature of the HVR-HD1000U camcorder utilizes an image stabilization system using an active optical lens method that functions without any deterioration in image quality. The Super NightShot function of the HVR-HD1000U camcorder allows the videographer to record objects in zero lux light levels for night-time monitoring and surveillance.
$ 195.00/day | |
This addition to Sony's camcorders brings selectable frame rate recording to the CineAlta family line up. Commonly known as "overcranking" and "undercranking", Sony calls this function Slow & Quick Motion. In addition, not only does the PDW-F350 record in true 24P, but also 25P and 30P at 50i or 60i.
$ 495.00/day | |
The Sony PDW-F355 XDCAM HD Camcorder provides the durability and reliability professionals have become accustomed to with their full line of ENG camcorders, while adding many new features. What sets the XDCAM HD line apart from other cameras is the ability to shoot high definition video at manageable bitrates, without sacrificing quality.
$ 549.00/day | |
Superseding the previous Panasonic HDC27F, the new "H" model Varicam, although fully backward compatible offers a number of new important features including: a newly developed 3CCD system, 12-bit A/D converter, new high-resolution emulation mode, lens files can be written to the removable SD Memory Card, two individual HD-SDI outputs and Frame rate switching assignable to a user preset buttons.
$ 699.00/day | |
Possibly the most versatile HD camcorder in production, the Varicam is the first variable frame-rate DVCPRO HD camcorder available for the professional cinematographer. It offers a wide variety of frame rate capabilities: still-frame, step-frame, 24-fps, 30-fps and 60-fps. Such versatility combined with a cinema-quality 720p HD image lends the camcorder to high-end documentary projects and feature-filmmaking.
$ 599.00/day | |
 Converts variable-frame rate footage from Varicam to 24fps. Converts 720P to 1080/24P, 1080/60i or 1080/50. Ideal for field production and post production. Immediate viewing of undercranked or overcranked off-speed effects. Extracts designated frames and records HD footage (up to 100 minutes) to internal hard drive for playout, HD-SDI, composite and SDI available, Half-rack, 5-RU size with easy-to-use VTR-type control panel, Remote control via 9-pin RS-422. $ 299.00/day | |
The XL H1 is capable of recording and playing back High Definition (HD) images using DV cassette tapes. The camcorder records in HDV1080i, and uses a Mode Select and a Frame Rate dial to select HD signals or SD signals and the frame rate. Under the HDV Spec, this camera records to tape 60 fields in 60i mode, 24 frames in 24F Mode and 30 frames in 30F mode. $ 399.00/day | |
*** Special Conversion to PAL *** $ 449.00/day | |
The compact professional camcorders manufactured by Sony have introduced a new level of mobility for ENG and documentary-making worldwide with their superior quality and compact dimensions. These camcorders have dramatically revolutionized the traditional methods of capturing video footage. With the new Sony HVR-V1U camcorder, now you can enjoy the same mobility with the breathtaking beauty of HD picture quality.
$ 249.00/day | |
The smallest High Def camera 1080i Handycam there is! Complete with wide angle attachment. HD and SD Recording Modes. Dual Record Mode lets you capture 2.3 Megapixel stills while shooting HD video. Smooth Slow Recording captures fast movement with precise detail for slow motion playback. If you need to be low key, or if you want to mount an HD camera on a helmet, and don't want the bulk and weight of the typical HDV camera, this is your camera. An amazing piece of engineering.
$ 149.00/day | |
Essentially the same as the JCV HD110.
$ 295.00/day | |
This HDV camera is a very popular one, used extensively by MTV and some of the networks . Of all the Mini HD cameras this is the only one that can easily accept (with an adapter) any standard "B" (Sony) mount lens, therefore working well on Jimmy Jibs and other remote situations not to mention the wide range of additional optic options. 24P and 720P it matches well with the Panasonic Varicam.
$ 295.00/day | |
 Panasonic's top of the line camera is a 1920x1080, 10-bit 4:2:2 color sampling beauty. It uses a 2.2 million pixel 3-CCD block and records using the new AVC-intra codec to capture true native 1080p images at 24p, 25p & 30p frame rates. It can also record in DVCPRO HD.
$ 895.00/day | |
2/3 3-CCD 16:9 P2 HD VariCam Camcorder. The VariCam 2700 offers intuitive operation with single-step variable frame rates ranging from 1 fps to 60 fps (in 720p mode), advanced gamma settings, and essential interfaces including three HD-SDI outputs. Utilizing three 1-megapixel 2/3-inch native HD resolution CCDs, the VariCam 2700 records independent-frame 1080 and 720 images in AVC-Intra 100 and AVC-Intra 50 as well as in industry-standard DVCPRO HD. Call for a Quote | |
2/3" 3-CCD 1080 P2 HD VariCam Camcorder with 4:4:4 Capability. Designed to capture feature films, television episodics and commercials, the AJ-HPX3700 is Panasonic's new workhorse camera producing uncompromising cinematic image quality with the exceptional reliability and faster workflow of solid-state P2 HD. Call for a Quote | |
This adapter allows the JVC camcorders to utilize high quality 2/3" HD broadcast lenses using the Sony B4 mount. Broadcast lenses used with 2/3" HD cameras feature optics and image depth at a much higher quality than lenses designed for 1/3" camcorders. The upgrade in lens quality will upgrade the image to levels unprecedented in 1/3" chip cameras.
$ 49.00/day | |
The HDVF-C30W is a 2.7" LCD, 16:9 aspect ratio HD Color Viewfinder for the HDC-950, HDC-F950, HDC-930, HDW-730, HDW-750 and HDW-F900 series cameras and camcorders. It provides the optimum visual information with a full-color and flicker-free TFT-LCD providing a 960 x 540 pixel resolution. $ 249.00/day | |
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