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PXW-X400 (PXWX400)

Three 2/3-inch type Exmor CMOS sensors XDCAM weight-balanced advanced shoulder camcorder with improved network connectivity and low power consumption

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Overview

User-oriented advanced shoulder camcorder ideal for Full HD broadcast operations
The PXW-X400 is an advanced shoulder camcorder that records a variety of professional broadcast quality formats including XAVC-L at 50p and 59.94p. The camcorder offers exceptional weight balance and low power consumption alongside excellent networking features and high picture quality. The reengineered design dramatically reduces the load on the operator’s right-arm. It supports Sony viewfinders including the QHD LCD CBK-VF02 and optionally available Full HD OLED HDVF-EL30 and HDVF-EL20. The camcorder also offers improved network connectivity, with built-in wireless module, embedded RJ-45 Ethernet 100B-T connector and Near Field Communication (NFC) function** for easy Wi-Fi setup and operation via a mobile or tablet with Sony’s Content Browser Mobile™ application. SD or HD-SDI (up to 1.5G) input supports pool feed recording.

* The NFC function is available as of July, 2016.
Shooting in Full HD plus 4K options
The PXW-X400 supports a variety of formats including HD XAVC Intra 1080 59.94p/50p and XAVC Long GOP at 59.94p/50p. With the optional CBK-Z450UK upgrade kit, the camcorder also supports 4K QFHD as XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP at 50p/59.94p.
Professional features
Includes proxy data recording functions*, user menu lock*, flashband correction function*, wireless operation, picture cache recording*, built-in GPS, Digital Extender, HyperGamma, and more in addition to the variety of interfaces. The latest firmware update also gives the camera improved start-up performance and operation response.
* Requires firmware version 2.0. 1080 60i/50i proxy recording, 256Kbps streaming and hi-res file trim and transfer functions require firmware version 3.0 planned for release early 2017.
Low power and ergonomic design
Designed to minimise power consumption, while lighter lens grip reduces front weight and helps reduce the load on the right-arm.
Improves network connectivity
Connectivity features include built-in wireless module, RJ-45 Ethernet 100B-T connection and NFC function for easy Wi-Fi setup. The camcorder’s SDI input allows SD-SDI or HD-SDI pool feed recording up to 1.5Gbps.
PXW-X400KC - 20X Manual Focus Lens Kit Model
Three 2/3-inch type Exmor CMOS sensors XDCAM weight-balanced advanced shoulder camcorder with improved network connectivity and low power consumption, plus 20x manual focus zoom lens kit.

The PMW-X400KC camcorder kit is supplied with a 20x manual focus zoom lens kit that includes the 3.5-inch LCD viewfinder plus short gun stereo microphone.
PXW-X400KF - 16X Auto Focus Lens Kit Model
Three 2/3-inch type Exmor CMOS sensors XDCAM weight-balanced advanced shoulder camcorder with improved network connectivity and low power consumption, plus 16x auto focus zoom lens kit*.
The camcorder is supplied with a 16x auto focus zoom lens kit that includes a 3.5-inch LCD viewfinder, plus shot gun stereo microphone.

* Requires firmware version 2.0.
PXW-X400 – customizable model
Three 2/3-inch type Exmor CMOS sensors XDCAM weight-balanced advanced shoulder camcorder with improved network connectivity and low power consumption.

This camcorder is supplied without Zoom lens , without viewfinder and microphone, allowing full customization of the camcorder.

With a selection of broadcast 2/3’’ Zoom lenses , Stereo or Mono Microphones and the new HDVF-EL20 or HDVF-EL30 OLED / LCD viewfinders to match the production requirements.

Features

4K upgrade kit gives PXW-X400 4K QFHD recording options
The optional CBK-Z450UK 4K upgrade kit for the PXW-X400 supports a variety of 4K and HD formats, including 4K QFHD (3840x2160) at 50p/59.94p, using the XVAC Intra and XAVC Long GOP workflow standards.
High quality XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP recordings at 50p and 59.94p operations
The PXW-X400 supports a variety of codecs from SD to HD, including 1080 XAVC Intra frame 59.94p*, 50p*, 59.94i, 50i, 23.97p, 25p and 23.98p, as well as 1080 XAVC Long GOP 59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 29.97p, 25p and 23.98p. XAVC technology is based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 standard, which provides an exceptional performance compression technology. XAVC provides higher picture quality and bit-depth, thus offers extended grading possibilities. The camera also records MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps in MXF (Material eXchange Format), which is widely accepted by major broadcasters worldwide.
* Requires firmware version 2.0.
High sensitivity image making
The camcorder’s three 2/3-inch type Exmor CMOS sensors provide superb image quality with sensitivity of F12/F13 and a signal to noise ratio of 62dB. The camcorder’s digital extender offers x2, x3 or x4 operation.
Improved ergonomic design for best-in-class weight-balance
The camcorder has been redesigned to improve the weight and handling capabilities compared to predecessor models. The lighter lens grip resolves any front-heavy issues and dramatically reduces the load on the right-arm. This makes it easier to shoot for long periods and offers more stable images.
Supports Full HD OLED viewfinders*
The camcorder supports Sony viewfinders including the Full HD OLED HDVF-EL30 and HDVF-EL20, as well as the QHD LCD CBK-VF02.

* HDVF-EL30 and HDVF-EL20 are optionally available from December 2015.
Embedded RJ-45 connector
An embedded RJ-45 Ethernet 100B-T connector on the right side of the camcorder provides a robust and fast network connection that can be utilised for file transfer, live streaming and camera control from a web browser.
Near Field Communication* (NFC) function
A Near Field Communication (NFC) function allows easy, one-touch wireless LAN connection to a smartphone or tablet device without manual setting of the network parameters.
* NFC allows close-range wireless communication between the PXW-X400 and an NFC-equipped smartphone or tablet device.
* Requires firmware version 2.0.
Built-in wireless module with Content Browser Mobile™
The camcorder’s built-in wireless module gives you more mobility with no cable needed, enabling proxy recording and file transfer or live streaming. In file transfer mode, high-resolution files and XAVC Proxy files can be transferred over wireless connection to cloud or FTP server thanks to Content Browser Mobile* (CBM) application. In “Push” mode, the CBM application enables users to monitor the currently shot video and to wirelessly control camcorder settings such as focus, zoom, iris, white balance, REC START/STOP, and more. With Content Browser Mobile V2.0 proxy trim, proxy partial clip upload, and logging are available. “In streaming” mode, high quality live streaming is provided by the advanced Sony QoS technology embedded in the camcorder and in the PWS-100RX1 network RX station .Non QoS live streaming is also possible with a third-party receiver or VLC player.

*The CBM application can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or App Store.
Customisable menu with lock function*
This feature allows you to pick and organize frequently used menu items – similar to the bookmark feature of a web browser. By using this feature, you can save a lot of time with no need to repeatedly search for specific menu items. In addition, the user menu can be locked with a 4-digit passcode to ensure there are no unnecessary changes.
* Requires firmware version 2.0.
Dedicated ONLINE button for easy network connection
A dedicated button gives simple on-off control of Network Client Mode, Auto Upload (Proxy) and Live Streaming.
Pool feed (SDI input)
An SD or HD-SDI (up to 1.5G) signal can be recorded by the camcorder, a useful function to record an external feed from another camera.
Lower power consumption
By optimising the design of the hardware, the lightweight PXW-X400 has a low power consumption of 22W (when the wireless function if off, without lens and viewfinder). This enables continuous recording operation for approximately 240 minutes with Sony’s BP-GL95A optional standard-type battery.
Simultaneous Recording on two SxS cards
The PXW-X400 offers a simultaneous recording function for peace-of-mind production. Recording is available on two SxS cards simultaneously as a backup measure within the same codec and operating point* when using the following recording formats; XAVC-Intra, XAVC-Long, MPEG HD422, or MPEG HD420.

* Simultaneous recording with proxy file is supported in all combinations with the above formats an SD card.
Flexible camera system operation
The CA-FB70 Optical Fiber Camera Adaptor or the CA-TX70 Digital Triax Camera Adaptor can be attached to the PXW-X400 for live camera operation. The CA-FB70 enables the PXW-X400 to transmit signals via an optical fibre cable up to 250 m between the CA-FB70 and HXCU-FB70 Optical Fibre Camera Control Unit (CCU) with power and signal transmission. The CA-TX70 transmits signals via triax cable up to 600 m* between the CA-TX70 and HXCU-TX70 Digital Triax Camera Control Unit.

* When ø 8.5 mm cable is utilized.

Specifications

General
Mass
Approx. 3.6 kg (body only without lens, VF, Mic)
Approx. 7 lb 15 oz (body only without lens, VF, Mic)
Dimensions (W x H x D) *1
150 x 269 x 332 mm (excluding protrusions, body only)
6 x 10 5/8 x 13 1/8 inches (excluding protrusions, body only)
Power Requirements
DC 12 V (11 V to 17.0 V)
Power Consumption
Approx. 22 W (while XAVC recording, color LCD on)
Approx. 24 W (while XAVC recording, CBK-VF02 viewfinder and color LCD on)
Operating Temperature
0° C to 40° C
32° F to 104° F
Storage Temperature
-20°C to +60°C
-4°F to +140°F
Continuous Operating Time
Approx. 200 min with BP-L80S,
Approx. 240 min with BP-GL95A
Recording Format (Video)
XAVC Intra:
XAVC-I mode:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, CBG, Max.112 Mbps
XAVC Long:
XAVC-L 50 Mode:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, VBR, Max. 50 Mbps
XAVC-L 35 Mode:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, VBR, Max. 35 Mbps
XAVC-L 25 Mode:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, VBR, Max. 25 Mbps
MPEG HD422:
HD422 mode: MPEG-2 422P@HL, CBR, Max.50 Mbps
MPEG HD:
HQ mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, VBR, Max.35 Mbps
MPEG IMX: *2
MPEG-2 422@ML, CBR, 50 Mbps
DVCAM:
CBR, 25 Mbps
Recording Format (Audio)
XAVC Intra: LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
XAVC Long: LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
MPEG HD422: LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
MPEG HD: LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
MPEG IMX: LPCM 16/24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels *2
DVCAM: LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
Recording Format (Proxy Video)
XAVC Proxy: AVC/H.264 Main Profile 4:2:0 Long GOP, VBR
1280 × 720, 9 Mbps (Target Rate)
1280 × 720, 6 Mbps (Target Rate)
640 × 360, 3 Mbps (Target Rate)
480 × 270, 1 Mbps, 500 kbps (Target Rate)
Recording Format (Proxy Audio)
XAVC Proxy: AAC-LC, 128 kbps, 2 channels
Recording/Playback Time (XAVC Intra, XAVC Long) *2
XAVC-I mode:
Approx. 120 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 60 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 30 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
XAVC-L 50 mode:
Approx. 240 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 120 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 60 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
XAVC-L 35 mode:
Approx. 340 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 170 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 85 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
XAVC-L 25 mode:
Approx. 440 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 220 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 110 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
Recording/Playback Time (MPEG-2 HD422/HD420) *2
MPEG HD422 mode:
Approx. 240 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 120 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 60 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
MPEG HD420 HQ mode:
Approx. 360 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 180 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 90 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
Recording/Playback Time (MPEG IMX 50M) *2
Approx. 240 min. with 128 GB SxS card*2 , *5
Approx. 120 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 60 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
Recording/Playback Time (DVCAM) *2
Approx. 440 min. with 128 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 220 min. with 64 GB SxS card*5
Approx. 110 min. with 32 GB SxS card*5
Recording Frame Rate
XAVC Intra (XAVC-I mode):
1920 × 1080: 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1280 × 720: 59.94p, 50p
XAVC Long (XAVC-L 50 mode):
1920 × 1080: 59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1280 × 720: 59.94p, 50p
XAVC Long (XAVC-L 35 mode):
1920 × 1080: 59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
Recording Frame Rate
XAVC Long (XAVC-L 25 mode):
1920 × 1080: 59.94i, 50i
MPEG HD422:
1920 × 1080: 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1280 × 720: 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
MPEG HD420:
1920 × 1080: 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
1440 × 1080: 59.94i, 50i
1280 × 720: 59.94p, 50p
MPEG IMX: *2
720 × 486: 59.94i
720 × 576: 50i
DVCAM:
720 × 480: 59.94i
720 × 576: 50i
Lens
Lens Mount
Sony 2/3-inch type bayonet mount
Zoom Ratio
PXW-X400KF Only: 16x (optical), servo/manual
PXW-X400KC Only: 20x (optical), servo/manual
Focal Length
PXW-X400KF Only: f = 8 - 128 mm
(35mm equivalent: f=31.5 - 503 mm)
PXW-X400KC Only: f = 8.2 - 164 mm
(35mm equivalent: f=32.3 - 645.1 mm)
Iris
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only: F1.9 to F16 and Close, Auto/Manual selectable
Focus
PXW-X400KF Only: AF/MF/Full MF selectable *3
PXW-X400KF Only: 800 mm to ∞ (MACRO OFF)
PXW-X400KF Only: 50 mm to ∞ (MACRO ON, Wide)
PXW-X400KC Only: Full manual focus
PXW-X400KC Only: 900 mm to ∞ (MACRO OFF)
PXW-X400KC Only: 10 mm to ∞ (MACRO ON, Wide)
Filter Diameter
M82 mm, pitch 0.75 mm (on lens)
Input/Output
Genlock Input
BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced
Timecode Input
BNC (x1), 0.5 V to 18 Vp-p, 10 kΩ
SDI Input
SMPTE ST292/ST259 standard compliant, 4-channel audio
1.5G
Poolfeed Recording (upto 1080 59.94i)
Audio Input
CH1/CH2: XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), Line/Mic/Mic/+48V selectable
LINE: +4, 0, -3 dBu
AES/EBU: AES3 compliant
MIC: -70 dBu to -30 dBu
Mic Input
XLR-type 5-pin, female: -70 dBu to -30 dBu
WRR (Wireless Microphone Receiver)
D-sub 15-pin
Analog CH1: -40 dBu
Digital CH1/CH2: -40 dBFS
SDI Output
Output 1/2: BNC (x2), 0.8 Vp-p,
unbalanced, 3G HD/1.5G HD/SD selectable,
SMPTE ST424/ST425 Level-A/B, ST292/ST259 standard compliant,
4-channel audio
Video Output
BNC, SD analog composite/HD-Y selectable
Audio Output
XLR-type 5-pin, male, +4/0/-3 dBu (balanced)
Timecode Output
BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Earphone Output
Stereo mini jack (x1)
-11 dBu reference level output, maximum monitor volume, 16 Ω load
Speaker Output
Monaural, 300 mW output
DC Input
XLR-type 4-pin, male, 11 V to 17 V DC
DC Output
Round type 4-pin, 11 V to 17 V DC, 1.8 A maximum rated current
Lens
12-pin, lens power source (11 V to 17 V DC, 1.0 A maximum rated current)
Remote
8-pin
Light
2-pin
Camera Adaptor
D-sub, 50-pin (x1)
Ethernet
RJ-45 (x1), 100BASE-TX: IEEE 802.3u, 10BASE-T: IEEE 802.3
USB
USB 3.0/2.0 4-pin (type A), USB2.0 4-pin (type B), USB2.0 4-pin (type-A)
HDMI
A type, 19-pin (x1)
Viewfinder
20-pin IF for HDVF Series Viewfinder, and 26-pin IF for CBK-VF02, HDVF-L750
Audio Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz (±3 dB or less)
Dynamic Range
90 dB (typical)
Distortion
0.08% or lower (-40 dBu input level)
Headroom
20 dB (factory default) (20, 18, 16, 12 dB), EBUL
Camera Section
Imager
3-chip 2/3-type "Exmor" Full HD CMOS
Effective Picture Elements
1920 (H) x 1080 (V)
Optical System
F1.4 prism system
Built-in Optical Filters
1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
Shutter Speed (Time)
PXW-X400KF Only: 59.94i/p, 50i/p: 1/60 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *4
PXW-X400KF Only: 29.97p: 1/40 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *4
PXW-X400KF Only: 25p: 1/33 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *4
PXW-X400KF Only: 23.94p: 1/32 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *4
PXW-X400/PXW-X400KC Only: 59.94i/p, 50i/p: 1/60 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *3
PXW-X400/PXW-X400KC Only: 29.97p: 1/40 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *3
PXW-X400/PXW-X400KC Only: 25p: 1/33 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *3
PXW-X400/PXW-X400KC Only: 23.94p: 1/32 sec. to 1/2000 sec. + ECS *3
Shutter Speed (Slow Shutter (SLS))
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16-frame accumulation
Slow & Quick Motion Function
720p: Frame rate selectable from 1 fps to 60 fps
1080p: Frame rate selectable from 1 fps to 60 fps
Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance)
F12 (typical) (1920 x 1080/59.94i mode)
F13 (typical) (1920 x 1080/50i mode)
Minimum Illumination
0.013 lx (F1.4, +42 dB, 16-frame accumulation)
White Balance
Preset (3200K), Memory A, Memory B/ATW
Gain Selection
-3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 dB
S/N Ratio
62 dB (Y) (Noise Suppression On)
Horizontal Resolution
1,000 TV lines or higher (1920 x 1080i mode)
Digital Extender
x2, x3, x4
Viewfinder
Viewfinder
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only: 3.5-inch *18 type color LCD monitor: 960 (H) x 540 (V), Quarter HD Size
Other Equipment
Built-in LCD Monitor
Color LCD, Screen size: 8.8 cm (3.5 inch) diagonal*18 , Aspect ratio: 16:9, Number of pixels: 960 (H) × 540 (V)
for Video display, Audio level, TC, battery and media remaining capacity
Built-in Speaker
(x1)
Media SxS Card Slots
Form factor: Express Card/34, Number of slots: 2, Connector: PCMCIA Express Card compliant,
Write rate: 50 Mbps or higher, Read rate: 50 Mbps or higher
Media SD Card Slots
Proxy (1), Utility (1)
GPS
Yes
Built-in Network Module
Yes
NFC
*5 Yes
Supported Media
High Resolution Video/Audio
SxS card
XQD card (with XQD ExpressCard Adapter, QDA-EX1)
SDXC card (with XQD ExpressCard Adapter, MEAD-SD02)
Proxy Video/Audio and Utility
SDXC/SDHC
Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessories
Shoulder strap (1)
*PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Viewfinder (1)
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Stereo microphone (1)
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Wind-screen (1)
Cold shoe kit (1)
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Lens mount cap (1)
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Flange back adjustment chart (1)
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Auto focus lens (1)
PXW-X400KF/PXW-X400KC Only : Manual focus lens (1)
Operation Guide (1)
Operation Manual (CD-ROM) (1)
USB wireless LAN module (IFU-WLM3) (1)
Notes
*1
The values for dimensions are approximate.
*2
Recording/ Playback time may vary the according to the encoding or memory.
*3
Auto Focus capability will be available in 2016.
*4
ECS: Extended Clear Scan
*5
NFC capability will be available in 2016.