Sony HDC-3100 System Camera for Fiber Operation

Overview
The HDC-3100 is a versatile camera that can be used in any production environment. Its lightweight magnesium alloy body provides both strength and stability, making it easy to handle and operate. The camera also offers a range of features such as a servo controlled ND filter and seamless integration with other Sony cameras and CCUs. Additionally, it has rich focus assist functions and high-speed data transmission capabilities.

With the worlds first 2/3-inch HD CMOS sensor and global shutter technology, the HDC-3100 captures high-quality images with low noise and excellent sensitivity. It also has the ability to output 3G-SDI signals up to 1080/50p and 4K via the CCUs 12G-SDI and Quad 3G-SDI interfaces. The camera supports optical fibre transmission and offers various gamma functions for precise control over tonal values and contrast. Overall, the HDC-3100 provides unmatched creative flexibility and portability for live productions.

Summary
Weight: 2-5kg
Included in box
1x HDC-3100 System Camera

About the Sony HDC-3100 System Camera for Fiber Operation
Please note: Camera body only, lens and viewfinder not included.

The HDC-3100 system camera brings new levels of creative flexibility and portability to live production environments. Enjoy premium HD pictures plus the convenience of optical fibre transmission. Capture premium pictures with the world’s first 2/3-inch HD CMOS sensor with global shutter technology that eliminates the ‘jello effect’ and banding noise. This allows the HDC-3100 to capture pristine images with low noise and excellent sensitivity (F12 at 1080/59.94i or F13 at 1080/50i).

The HDC-3100 can output 3G-SDI signals in a range of formats right up to 1080/50p, with 4K available via the CCU’s 12G-SDI and Quad 3G-SDI interfaces. So you can benefit from maximum production convenience – and your viewers can enjoy premium picture quality. The HDC-3100 supports optical fibre transmission as standard, with a SMPTE-standard interface for connection with associated HDCU-3100/HDCU-2000 series Camera Control Units.

Broaden your creative possibilities and achieve exactly the look you want in any shooting situation. Low-key Saturation ensures rich, vibrant colours in low-light areas. Powerful gamma functions give absolute control over fine-tuning tonal values, contrast and detail.

Power requirements AC 240 V, 1.05 A (max.), DC 240 V, 1.05 A (max.)
Operating temperature 20°C to +45°C (.4°F to 113°F)
Storage temperature 20°C to +60°C (.4°F to 140°F)
MassApprox. 4.8 kg (10 lb 9 oz)
Imager 2/3 inch type CMOS sensor with global shutter
Method 3-CMOS, RGB
Sensitivity F12 with 1080/59.94i, F13 with 1080/50i (at 2,000 lx with 89.9% reflectance)
Signal-to-noise ratio -62 dB or higher
Horizontal resolution 1,000 TV lines (at center of screen), 5% or higher modulation
Geometric distortion Negligible (not including lens distortion)
Spectrum system F1.4 prism
Built-in filters 1: CLEAR, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
CCU Electro-optical connector (LEMO 3K.93C connector) (x1)
LENS 12-pin (x1)
VF 20-pin (x1)
MIC 1 IN XLR 3-pin, female (x1)
AUDIO IN CH1, CH2 XLR 3-pin, female (x1 each); AUDIO switch for MIC: –60 dBu (can be selected up to –20 dBu in the menu), balanced ; AUDIO switch for LINE: 0 dBu, balanced
INTERCOM 1, INTERCOM 2 XLR 5-pin, female (x1)
EARPHONE 4-pole mini jack (x1), (2-pole mono, 3-pole stereo, 4-pole CTIA standard, 4-pole OMTP standard)
DC IN XLR 4-pin (x1), DC 10.5 to 17 V
DC OUT 4-pin (x1), DC 10.5 to 17 V, max. 0.5 A*¹, 2-pin (x1), DC 10.5 to 17 V, Max. 2.5 A*; BNC (x1); No (*This may be limited by the imposed load or inputs)
SDI MONI BNC (x1)
TEST OUT BNC (x1)
PROMPTER/GENLOCK BNC (x1), PROMPTER 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, GENLOCK HD: SMPTE ST274, tri-level sync, 0.6 Vp-p, 75 Ω, SD: Black burst (NTSC: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω/PAL: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω)
PROMPTER2 No
RET CTRL 6-pin (x1)
REMOTE 8-pin (x1)
TRACKER 12-pin (x1)
CRANE No
USB USB 2.0 Type A 4-pin (x1) (for connecting USB drive)
NETWORK TRUNK No
Supplied accessories Before Using This Unit (1), Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1), Cable clamp belt (1 set), Screws (+B3×8) (2), Attached label (1), Camera number label (1)

The go anywhere camera

The magnesium alloy body of the HDC-3100 offers exceptional lightness and strength. Sure, stable handling is enhanced by the camera’s low centre of gravity, easily adjustable shoulder pad and widened hand grip area. Also ideal for handheld operation, HDC series studio cameras offer exceptional user ergonomics in a wide range of studio and field-based production environments.
Servo controlled ND filterAn optical Neutral Density (ND) filter wheel opens up wider creative possibilities. The filter can be controlled from a remote control panel, master setup unit, or directly from the camera head.

Seamless integration

Backwards compatibility with Sony’s industry-acclaimed HDC-2000 series system cameras simplifies smooth integration with your current live production infrastructures, including cameras and CCUs.

Rich focus assist functions

The Viewfinder Detail function adds dedicated image-enhancing edge signals directly to the viewfinder, helping the operator to focus quickly and precisely in any shooting situation. It’s complemented by a Focus Assist Indicator and advanced Focus Position Meter function.

Network TRUNK

Network TRUNK (via LAN port) allows high-speed data transmission between the camera and CCU at up to 1 Gbps to support configurability* with IP-based products and systems.
* Camera operating in fibre configuration.