The HXR-NX5U camcorder is the first product of the Sony NXCAM generation, and a new category of tapeless memory camcorder, providing an ideal balance of power and performance in the digital age. Utilizing the revolutionary AVCHD format, this camcorder offers long duration recording - with dual memory slots - on affordable consumer memory cards. As it facilitates a totally IT-based workflow, the HXR-NX5U has the potential to profoundly change the way content is created.

Simultaneous hybrid recording is available in HD and SD formats, using the optional HXR-FMU128 flash memory unit. In any format, breathtaking picture quality is assured with proven features such as a state-of-the-art G Lens and three Exmor CMOS sensors with a ClearVid array. Professionals expect this standard of picture quality from Sony ... and accept nothing less.

Features:

• HDSDI and HDMI Output
• Linear PCM Audio
• Simultaneous SD/HD Recording via HXR-FMU128
• SMPTE Time Code In/Out Connector
• Built-in GPS Function
• Memory Stick PRO Duo
• PRO Duo HG and SDHC Card Compatible
• 60i and 50i Switchable via Upgrade
• Optional 3 or 5 year Extended Warranty available

Includes:

• HXR-NX5U Digital HD Video Camcorder
• AC-VL1 AC Adaptor/Charger
• NP-F770 Rechargeable Battery Pack
• DK-415 Connecting cord
• ECM-XM1 Microphone
• RMT-845 Remote Commander
• Component video cable
• A/V connecting cable
• USB cable
• Large eyecup
• Lens hood with lens cover
• Accessory shoe kit
• CR2025 Lithium Battery
• Application Software (CD-ROM)

• Clear
• 1/4
• 1/16
• 1/64

• Approx. 1,037,000 pixels with ClearVid array

• -6
• -3
• 0
• 3
• 6
• 9
• 12
• 15
• 18
• 21 dB
• AGC

• 1.5 lx (auto gain, auto iris, 1/30 shutter)

• Auto, Manual 60i/30p: 1/4-1/10,000, 24p: 1/3-1/10,000 sec.

• 120 fps (fixed) as improved Smooth Slow Rec.

• 1/4 sec.
• 1/8 sec.
• 1/15 sec.
• 1/30 sec.

• HD: Linear PCM 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz / Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit 48kHz
• SD: Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz

• (w/Lens hood with Lens cover) 2.2 kg (4 lb 15 oz)
• (w/NP-F770 Battery, Lens hood with Lens cover, large eyecup, ECM-XM1, Memory card) 2.6 kg (5 lb 11 oz)
• (w/Lens hood with Lens cover) 2.2 kg (4 lb 15 oz) (w/NP-F570 Battery, Lens hood with Lens cover, large eyecup, ECM-XM1, Memory card) 2.5 kg (5 lb 7 oz) (w/NP-F770 Battery, Lens hood with Lens cover, large eyecup, ECM-XM1, Memory card) 2.6 kg (5 lb 11 oz) (w/NP-F970 Battery, Lens hood with Lens cover, large eyecup, ECM-XM1, Memory card) 2.7 kg (5 lb 14 oz)

• 0 to +40 deg C (+32 to +104 deg F)

• ECM-XM1 and LCD with normal brightness 7.7W (When Flash Memory Unit HXR-FMU128 is used, the average power consumption increases about 1.1W).

• AC adaptor / Battery 8.4V / 7.2V

• AVCHD FX (24Mbps) 1920x1080/60i
• AVCHD FH (17Mbps) 1920x-1080/60i
• AVCHD HQ (9Mbps) 1440x1080/60i
• AVCHD LP (5Mbps) 1440x1080/60i
• AVCHD FX (24Mbps) 1920x1080/24p
• AVCHD FH (17Mbps) 1920x1080/24p
• AVCHD FX (24Mbps) 1920x1080/30p
• AVCHD FH (17Mbps) 1920x1080/30p
• AVCHD FX (24Mbps) 1280x720/60p
• AVCHD FH (17Mbps) 1280x720/60p
• MPEG2 SD HQ (9Mbps) 720x480/60i
• MPEG2 SD HQ (9Mbps) 720x480/60i (24p Scan)
• MPEG2 SD HQ (9Mbps) 720x480/60i (30p Scan)

• Memory Stick PRO Duo
• Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed)
• Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2)
• Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
• Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX

• 170 min (2h 50m) with 32GB Memory Stick PRO-HX Duo FX (24Mbps) Linear PCM 2ch recording

• -20 to +60 deg C (-4 to +140 deg F)

• HD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (AVCHD)
• SD: MPEG-2 PS

• f = 4.1 to 82.0 mm (equivalent to f = 29.5 to 590 mm at 16:9 mode, f = 36.1 to 722 mm at 4.3 mode on 35 mm lens)

• Sony G Lens, 20x (optical), 1.5x Digital Extender

• XLR 3-pin (female) (x2) line/mic/mic +48 V selectable

• RCA type (CH-1, CH-2)

• RCA type (x3) via A/V multi connector

• RCA type (x1)

• Power cord

• Yes

• N/A (optional VMC-15FS is required.)

• BNC (x1) HD-SDI/SD-SDI selectable

• Mini-B (x1)

• 3.2 inch-type, XtraFine LCD, approximately 921,600 dots, hybrid type, 16:9 aspect ratio

• 0.45 inch-type approximately 1,226,880 dots (852 x 3(RGB) x 480), 16:9 aspect ratio