Sony PXW-Z190 (PXWZ190) 4K 3CMOS 4K Camcorder with 25x Zoom Sony

Sony PXW-Z190 4K Handheld Camcorder with all-new 1/3-type 3CMOS with 4K 50p/60p recording capability, 25x zoom lens and advanced Face Detection AF.

4K 50p/60p with a stunning 25x zoom lens

This superb all-rounder is the de facto choice for a wide range of 4K and HD single camera shoots with an all-new 1/3-type 3CMOS sensor. A powerful 25x zoom lens with three independent lens rings delivers pin-sharp 4K imaging for almost any professional shooting scenario. Advanced Face Detection AF and Sony’s unique Electronic Variable ND filter making shooting great content stress-free.

Advanced workflow features

Instant HDR means you can deliver stunning imagery quickly without need for additional colour grading. Dual MI Shoe allows simultaneous use of wireless audio and video lighting, while advanced network performance support is easily enabled when required.

A wealth of formats and features for professionals

Sony’s familiar control layout and robust build quality make this a camera you can rely upon. It supports a wide range of formats including XAVC-Long, DVCAM, MPEG HD422/ MPEG HD* and Proxy 1080i. Dual SD slots, 3G-SDI output and Remote Terminal ensure it can support all workflow scenarios.

4K 1/3-type 3CMOS Sensor

The PXW-Z190 is the world’s first professional camcorder with a 4K (QFHD) 1/3-inch type sensor. Red, blue, and green light are independently captured by separate image sensors within the Exmor RTM system in 3840 x 2160 resolution at up to 60fps. Even if you’re delivering in HD, 4:2:2 10bit recordings will capture detail and image texture that HD sensors simply cannot see.

Advanced face detection AF

The PXW-Z190 features newly developed Face detection AF. You can choose between Face Priority AF and Face Only AF. Simply keep the person in frame and however you move to obtain a better angle, you can be confident the PXW-Z190 will keep your subject in pin-sharp focus.

Built-In Electronic Variable ND Filters

Sony’s ground-breaking integration of electronic variable ND Filters into the body of a camcorder enables fast, agile shooting. Moving from shadowy interiors to bright sun-lit exteriors is no problem with the PXW-Z190. Unlike conventional optical ND filters, the electronic ND filter on the PXW-Z190 can be controlled from 1/4ND to 1/128ND linearly while ND Filters can be set to fully auto. You can even manually adjust Depth of Field using the iris lens ring, while relying on the PXW-Z190 to maintain constant exposure without changing gain nor shutter speed.

Instant HDR workflow

Shoot, edit and view HDR content in HLG without the need for additional colour grading. Premium content services are switching to HDR and the PXW-Z190 is ready with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) recording, for easy file-based workflows, whilst achieving the image quality of HDR. This simple workflow enables the shooting, editing and viewing of HDR content in HLG, without devoting a lot of time to post-production work and additional colour grading.

Features

Specifications

Mass	Approx 2.3 kg (body) Approx. 5 lb 1.1 oz (body) Approx. 2.8 kg (with lens hood, eyecup, BP-U30 battery, a SD memory card) Approx. 6 lb 2.8 oz (with lens hood, eyecup, BP-U30 battery, a SD memory card)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	190.0 × 202.0 × 419.7 mm (With the accessories (lens hood, eyecup), excluding the grip belt and including the projecting parts) 7 1/2 x 8 x 16 1/2 inches (With the accessories (lens hood, eyecup), excluding the grip belt and including the projecting parts)
Power Requirements	DC In: 12 V, Battery: 14.4 V Please use genuine Sony batteries to ensure correct and safe operation*
Power Consumption	Approx. 24 W (while recording with LCD Off, EVF On when the external device connector is not used.) Approx. 36 W (while recording with LCD On, EVF On when the external device connector is used.)
Battery Operating Time	Approx. 1 hour, 5 minutes with BP-U30 battery (while recording with LCD Off, EVF On when the external device connector is not used.) Approx. 2 hours, 10 minutes with BP-U60 battery (while recording with LCD Off, EVF On when the external device connector is not used.) Approx. 3 hours, 15 minutes with BP-U90 battery (while recording with LCD Off, EVF On when the external device connector is not used.)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C 32°F to 104°F
Storage Temperature	-20°C to +60°C -4°F to +140°F
Recording Format (Video)	<XAVC Long> XAVC-L QFHD mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 150Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC XAVC-L HD 50 mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 50Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC XAVC-L HD 35 mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 35Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC XAVC-L HD 25 mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 25Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC <DVCAM> DVCAM mode: CBR, 25Mbps, DVCAM
Recording Format (Audio)	<XAVC Long> XAVC-L mode: LPCM 24-bit, 48 kHz, 4 channels <DVCAM> DVCAM mode: LPCM 16-bit, 48 kHz, 4 channels
Recording Frame Rate	<XAVC Long> XAVC-L QFHD 150 mode: 3840 x 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P XAVC-L HD 50 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P 1280 x 720/59.94P, 50P XAVC-L HD 35 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P XAVC-L HD 25 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 50i <DVCAM> DVCAM mode: 720 x 480/59.94i, 29.97PsF 720 x 576/50i, 25PsF
Recording/Playback Time	<XAVC Long> XAVC-L QFHD 150 mode When using 128 GB memory card: Approx. 88 minutes XAVC-L HD 50 mode When using 128 GB memory card: Approx. 240 minutes XAVC-L HD 35 mode When using 128 GB memory card: Approx. 325 minutes XAVC-L 25 mode When using 128 GB memory card: Approx. 445 minutes <DVCAM> When using 128 GB memory card: Approx. 425 minutes
Recording Format (Proxy Audio)	XAVC Proxy: AAC-LC, 128 kbps, 2 channels
Recording Format (Proxy Video)	XAVC Proxy: AVC/H.264 Main Profile 4:2:0 Long GOP, VBR 1920 x 1080, 9Mbps 1280 x 720, 9Mbps 1280 x 720, 6Mbps 640 x 360, 3Mbps 480 x 270, 1Mbps 480 x 270, 0.5Mbps

 

Lens

Lens Mount	Fixed type
Zoom Ratio	25x
Focal Length	3.7 mm to 92.5 mm (equivalent to 28.8 mm to 720 mm on a 35 mm lens)
Iris	Auto/manual switchable F1.6 to F11 and C(close)
Focus	800 mm to ∞ (Macro Off) 10 mm to ∞ (Macro On, Wide) 800 mm to ∞ (Macro On, Tele) AF/MF/Full MF selectable
Image Stabilizer	On/Off selectable, shift lens
Filter Diameter	M 82 mm, pitch 0.75 mm