Features:

•  True high definition image quality with low-compression DVCPRO HD intraframe recording
• Multiple formats: DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV selectable
• High definition recording formats: 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/24pA, 1080/30p, 720p (variable frame rates)
• Standard definition recording formats: 480/60i, 480/24p, 480pA, 480/30p
• CineSwitchTM technology for variable frame rates in 720p mode: 12, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 32, 36, 48, 60fps
• 1/3" 16:9 native high-sensitivity progressive 3-CCD with 1080/60p scanning
• New DSP with 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit internal processing for unprecedented accuracy
• 16:9/4:3 switchable for standard definition recording, 16:9 native for HD
• Wide angle Leica Dicomar HD lens with optical image stabilizer (motorized/manual mode switchable)
• High resolution 235,000 pixel .44" electronic viewfinder (EVF) with 90 degree tilt and detail function (for easier focusing)
• High resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5" LCD display
• Thumbnail display for easy searching and file information
• Auto/manual focus with focus assist (even during recording)
• Cam-driven manual zoom
• 13X zoom range: focal length = 4.2 to 55mm (35mm equivalent: 32.5 to 423)
• Advanced gamma functions and eight gamma settings including two CineGammaTM modes and NewsGammaTM mode
• Advanced image adjustments: color matrix, detail, chroma phase, color temp, knee points
• Two ND filters: 1/8, 1/64
• 82mm filter diameter
• Two P2 card slots with hot swap capability
• Hot swap, loop, pre-record (3 seconds in HD, 7 seconds in SD), one shot, and interval recording functions
• Mini-DV tape transport for DV recording
• Internal downconversion and frame rate conversion from HD source recorded on P2 cards to Mini-DV tape
• 48kHz 16-bit 4-channel PCM audio (2 XLRs with phantom power)
• Built-in stereo microphone (unidirectional microphone optional)
• Audio dials and flexible input selection
• Analog component (Y, Pb, Pr) output
• Composite input/output
• S-Video input/output
• Standard IEEE 1394 interface
• External recording to FOCUS FireStore FS-100 via IEEE 1394 streaming
• Host mode for transferring previously recorded content on P2 cards to an external hard drive via IEEE 1394
• Compatible with nonlinear editing systems from Apple, Avid and Canopus
• USB 2.0
• SD memory card slot for sharing scene files
• Remote control for zoom, record (start/stop)
• Remote control for focus, iris control
• SMPTE timecode reader/generator with timecode matching with multiple cameras via IEEE 1394
• SMPTE color bars
• Three programmable user buttons
• Six pre-set scene files (user programmable)
• Shot marker function
• Slow, synchro and high speed shutter
• White balance with auto tracking white function
• Trigger and zoom control on upper handle grip
• Ultra-tough magnesium alloy chassis
• Supplied accessories include CG-AD54SE/1B Lithium-Ion 7.2V / 5400mA snap-on battery, AG-B15 AC adaptor/battery charger, microphone holder, component video cables with RCA-BNC adaptors, remote control, shoulder strap and instruction manual