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Hitachi Z-HD6500 1080p Studio Production Camera Package

BH #HIZHD6500ST • MFR #Z-HD6500-ST
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Hitachi Z-HD6500 1080p Studio Production Camera Package
Key Features
  • 2/3" CMOS Sensor, Unibody Camera
  • Includes Tripod Plate, 7" Viewfinder
  • Includes Cradle Mount, HD650U CCU
  • Includes RU-1000VR Remote Control
Step up your live HD broadcast productions with the Z-HD6500 1080p Studio Production Camera Package from Hitachi, which provides pristine imaging at rates up to 1080p59.94 with its three 2/3" CMOS sensors and the included CU-HD650U Camera Control Unit (CCU). A global shutter creates crisp image quality without the "Jello" effect found with rolling shutters, and it supports HDR, HLG, and both SD and HD video resolutions.
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Hitachi Z-HD6500-ST Overview

Step up your live HD broadcast productions with the Z-HD6500 1080p Studio Production Camera Package from Hitachi, which provides pristine imaging at rates up to 1080p59.94 with its three 2/3" CMOS sensors and the included CU-HD650U Camera Control Unit (CCU). A global shutter creates crisp image quality without the "Jello" effect found with rolling shutters, and it supports HDR, HLG, and both SD and HD video resolutions.

Features include an integrated optical ND filter wheel, servo control, HDR and HLG support, 1000 TVL resolution, 3G-SDI I/O, high sensitivity, a selectable gamma table, and more. The B4 bayonet lens mount accepts a separately available servo lens. This modular camera is housed in a lightweight unibody design, and this package also includes the TA-Z3 tripod plate, HDF-700H-S2 7" color studio viewfinder, the HK-700-S2 studio viewfinder cradle mount, and the RU-1000VR compact remote control.

Features
  • Three 2/3", 3840 x 2160 global shutter CMOS image sensors
  • 1000 TVL HD resolution
  • High sensitivity of f/10
  • Minimum sensitivity of 2 lux
  • >62 dB signal-to-noise ratio
  • Streamlined, unibody lightweight camera chassis with low center of gravity
  • New state-of-the-art processors for future-proof, advanced digital processing technology
  • Multi-format global design output signals for most TV broadcast and production standards
  • SMPTE-311M hybrid optical fiber cable provides transmission and camera power up to 6500'
  • Single-mode fiber can be used up to 6.2 miles without external adapters or accessories (with external head power)
  • High-performance HD offers simultaneous 1080p, 1080i, and 720p output
  • Dual workflow with simultaneous HDR and SDR
  • High Dynamic Range (HDR) with HLG and adjustable profiles
  • Motorized optical filter wheel
  • Low power consumption
  • Integrated prompter power, video monitoring, and intercom connectivity at the camera body
  • Independent HD-SDI viewfinder output for crane or jib installations
  • Trunk data interface for video transport and control of TCP/IP-capable devices connected to the camera head
  • Control panels (SU-1000 and RU-1500 series) can control up to 128 cameras over a TCP/IP network
  • Two independent CCU returns; inputs can be HD-SDI single or dual link, or SD analog or digital selectable
  • RLAC (real-time lens aberration correction) improves the image captured by most modern digital lenses
  • Direct data transfer from SD memory cards used at the camera head and control panels
  • HD signal linear masking and 12-vector color correction
  • Ultra-gamma (selectable gamma table)
  • Preset masking (6 settings: DEFAULT, ITU-709, SMPTE-240M, SMPTE-2020, NTSC, EBU)
  • 3-channel flesh-tone masking and multiple memory; flesh-tone detail correction settings
  • Color knee, knee saturation, and knee detail functions
  • Real-time and offline diagnostic system with character display superimposed on PIX video output

Hitachi Z-HD6500-ST Specs

Key Specs
Image Sensor
2/3"-Type CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 0 Megapixel (3840 x 2160)
Lens Mount
B4 Mount
Broadcast System Compatibility
NTSC, PAL
Video I/O
4x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
2x BNC (Unspecified SDI) Output
2x BNC (3G-SDI) Input/Output
2x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio I/O
2x XLR 3-Pin Microphone Output with Included Adapter
1x XLR 3-Pin Input on Camera Body
1x XLR 5-Pin Intercom Input/Output
Display Type
Included External Non-Touchscreen LCD
Power I/O
1x XLR 4-Pin (12VDC) Input
Imaging
Image Sensor
2/3"-Type CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 0 Megapixel (3840 x 2160)
Horizontal Resolution (TV Lines)
1000 TV Lines
Prism Speed
f/1.4
Gain
-9 to 24 dB
Sensitivity
f/10 at 2000 lux 89.9% Reflectance (59.94p, 3200K)
f/11 at 2000 lux 89.9% Reflectance (50p, 3200K)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
62 dB
Minimum Illumination
2 Lux (Color)
White Balance
3200 to 8000K
Camera
Lens Mount
B4 Mount
Shutter Type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Global Shutter 
Shutter Speed
100 to 2000 Second in Video Mode
Precise Scan Rate Control
Yes
Built-In ND Filter
Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Broadcast System Compatibility
NTSC, PAL
Interfaces
CCU I/O
1x D-Sub 25-Pin Tally, Camera Interface Input/Output
2x RJ45 Camera Interface Input/Output
1x RJ45 LAN Input/Output
2x BNC Genlock Input
2x BNC Camera Interface Input
Video I/O
4x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
2x BNC (Unspecified SDI) Output
2x BNC (3G-SDI) Input/Output
2x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio I/O
2x XLR 3-Pin Microphone Output with Included Adapter
1x XLR 3-Pin Input on Camera Body
1x XLR 5-Pin Intercom Input/Output
Other I/O
1x 4-Pin (Camera Interface) Control Input/Output
1x BNC (Camera Interface) Monitor/Return Output
1x RJ45 (Camera Interface, Ethernet) Control/Data Input/Output
1x 20-Pin (Camera Interface) Viewfinder Output
1x 12-Pin (Camera Interface) Control Output
Recording
External Recording Modes
SDI/BNC / Proprietary Module
HD (1920 x 1080p) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
HD (1920 x 1080i) at 50/59.94 fps
HD (1920 x 1080PsF) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
HD (1280 x 720) at 50/59.94 fps
720 x 576i at 50 fps
640 x 480i at 59.94 fps
Display
Display Type
Included External Non-Touchscreen LCD
Display Size
7"
Resolution
800 x 480
Power
Power I/O
1x XLR 4-Pin (12VDC) Input
Power Consumption
70 W
General
Operating Conditions
-4 to 122°F / -20 to 50°C 
Storage Conditions
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C 
Shoe Mount
No
Accessory Mounting Thread
No
Tripod Mount
No
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.5 x 7.5 x 14.4" / 140 x 191 x 365 mm (Without Viewfinder)
Weight
10.1 lb / 4.6 kg

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