Sony PDW-F800

The Sony PDW-F800 camcorder is equipped with three 2/3″ HD CCDs.  The F800 is capable of recording a 1080p stream at different frame rates and bit rates, giving the user increased versatility to choose between quality and run time. The camera can also under and over crank, between 4 and 60 frames, which can be used for fast and slow motion effects. The F800 records utilizing non-linear single and dual-layer optical Blue Laser technology. Less time logging, capturing and digitizing footage allows videographers to move seamlessly between acquisition and post-production.

Optical discs give operators more control of the footage they acquire. This can be useful in news gathering, where footage often goes direct-to-broadcast. The hassle of rolling through tape is eliminated. Optical recording provides users with the advantages of non-linear recording and playback combined with long record times that can often be vital in the field. Sony’s dual-layered 50GB discs not only increase these run times but also provide an ideal archiving method not possible when using flash-based camcorders.