The Sony HDC-3100 is a powerful portable system camera designed for demanding live production environments. Equipped with the world’s first 2/3-inch CMOS sensor featuring global shutter technology, it ensures exceptionally clear, high-quality HD images free from the common ‘jello effect’ and banding noise. This camera is perfect for professionals in broadcast and live event production, providing vibrant color reproduction and remarkable sensitivity even in challenging lighting conditions, with a low noise performance of F12 at 1080/59.94p or F13 at 1080/50p.

Designed for versatility, the HDC-3100 supports 3G-SDI outputs and can accommodate future demands with 4K capabilities via the CCU’s 12G-SDI and Quad 3G-SDI interfaces. This flexibility ensures that production teams can adapt to changing formats and resolutions without sacrificing image quality, delivering a premium experience for diverse projects.

The camera also integrates optical fiber transmission as a standard feature, which allows seamless connection to HDCU-3100/HDCU-2000 series Camera Control Units. This optical fiber support ensures reliable performance over long distances, making it an excellent choice for large-scale live broadcasts where signal integrity is crucial.

For creative professionals, the HDC-3100 offers enhanced control over image quality with advanced gamma functions and Low-key Saturation settings, allowing fine adjustments in color tones, contrast, and detail. Additionally, it supports simultaneous HDR and SDR production using Sony’s SR Live workflow, reducing the need for extra equipment while improving production efficiency. The HDC-3100 is the ideal solution for professional video production, offering both creative flexibility and reliable performance.

Features:

• 2/3-inch CMOS Sensor with Global Shutter Technology
• Low Noise Performance (F12 at 1080/59.94p)
• 3G-SDI Outputs with 4K Support (12G-SDI/Quad 3G-SDI)
• Optical Fiber Transmission for Reliable Connectivity
• Advanced Gamma Functions for Enhanced Control
• Simultaneous HDR and SDR Production Support
• Low-key Saturation for Rich Colors in Low Light

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