
Sony recently announced the camcorder PXW-Z300, the latest generation of Sony camcorder cameras, which feature AI autofocus tracking similar to that seen on the Sony A7R V and the latest generation of professional mirrorless cameras. The camera uses 1/2 inch 4K 3 CMOS Exmor sensors. With these three sensors, you get highly detailed video and a 17x optical zoom lens, which enhances the overall video quality while shooting for news, documentaries, sports, or live production.
Sony PAW – Z3000 Camcorder / Pro Handycam Price
- Price – Expected $8000
Sony PAW – Z3000 Shipping information
- The official worldwide announcement is in September, and Shipping of the camera will start from mid-October 2025
Sony PXW-Z300 Features Explained
Superior image quality with three CMOS sensors: The PXW-Z300 utilizes three distinct 1/2-inch BSI CMOS sensors. These RGB sensors help you to extract the maximum amount of light and colours, and with the help of the BIONZ XR image processor, it deliver stunning 4K 60p output. The camera offers multiple recording formats, which include MXF file recording, MP4K HD in 10-bit 4:2:2 Long GOP 4K in 4:2:0, and even though it keeps an MP4 proxy.
What’s the 17x Optical Zoom Lens
The PXW-Z300 features a professional 17x zoom lens with a constant f/1.9 aperture, so you can imagine the level of video quality that you are getting from this camera. One more thing to be noted: with the help of constant aperture lenses, the exposure remains constant irrespective of the focal length you are using. So, either you are zooming in or zooming out during the shot, the exposure will remain the same.
- An additional 1.5x zoom has been added in the 4K video recording mode to help you reach closer without sacrifice of image quality.
- It has approximately 5 stops of optical image stabilization system in the camera and inclusion of variable electronic ND filter, with a neutral density range of 1/4 to 1/128 of a second.
- The PXW-Z300 is the world’s first camcorder that features a content authentication system to fight fake and digitally manipulated videos.
Enhanced Connectivity and Workflow
- 5G and cloud integration: The camera supports live streaming through RTMP/RTMPS protocol, SRT protocol, fast file transfer via Sony C3 portal or wired CI media.
- On the side, we also have a V-mount so you can securely attach a smartphone with your camera and use it as an external display if you wish to.
- You also have the Sony Monitor and Control App: With the help of the Control App, you can enable multi-camera shooting as well as remote shooting with setting adjustment and specific angle confirmation with the help of a smartphone or display.
- The camera also supports XLR input and features a multi-interface hot shoe, compatible with four-channel audio recording. You can also use your UWP series wireless microphone.
The Z300 is custom-tailored for professionals, specifically photojournalists who cover live news happening anywhere in the highest possible quality.
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