User-Oriented Advanced Shoulder Camcorder Ideal for Full HD Broadcast Operations
The Sony PXW-X400KC is an advanced shoulder camcorder that records a variety of professional broadcast-quality formats, including HD XAVC Intra 1080 59.94p/50p and XAVC Long GOP at 59.94p/50p. 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, as well as the Full HD OLED HDVF-EL30 and HDVF-EL20, both of which are available as an option. 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 MobileT application. SD or HD-SDI (up to 1.5 G) input supports pool feed recording.
Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) Recording Option
In response to the growing demand for HDR production, PXW-X400 can be upgraded to shoot in Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) with CBKZ-SLHL1 license option. The color space is compliant with BT.2020. HLG recording provides HDR image quality with an easy file-based workflow. It makes it simple to shoot, edit, and view HDR content in HLG without the need for additional color grading, when using an HLG compatible display. Upgrade will be available from end of May 2020 and requires Version 5.0 or higher firmware.
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, 256-Kbps streaming, and hi-res file trim and transfer functions require firmware version 3.0.