By Camera Corps
With a diameter of about 4.5 inches, the Q-Ball consists of a full dual-mode color camera, pan and tilt system, 10:1 zoom optics and infra-red night vision capability, all under full remote control. Designed for exterior or interior use, pan and tilt can be operated at any speed from 4 seconds per cycle to 20 minutes per rotation through an unlimited number of turns with no visible stepping. The camera interface delivers up to four channels of audio embedded into the SDI feed. The camera is based on Camera Corps' HD MiniZoom which incorporates a 1/3-inch 2-megapixel 16:9 CMOS sensor delivering 1080i/720p HD or 625/525 SD, both at 50 or 59.94Hz and in 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio. Housed in a fully weatherproof sphere machined from solid aluminum, the Q-Ball weighs less than 3 pounds including mounting shaft and can be operated at any angle. Contact Camera Corps, +44 (0) 1932 592 299, www.cameracorps.co.uk.DV Series Lenses
By Fujinon
Fujinon's new DV Series of four lenses was developed for half-inch cameras. The DV3.4x3.8SA-1 has a focal length range of 3.8 to 13mm, an aperture range of F1.4 to T360, and a 97 degree horizontal angle of view at 3.8mm. It is a manual iris version. It is available as an auto iris lens in model DV3.4x3.8SA-SA1. The DV10x8SA-1 lens offers a flexible focal length range of 8 to 80mm and a manual iris. The DV10x8SA-SA1 model is an auto iris lens. All four lenses are C-mount lenses that can be used on both C and CS mount cameras. Contact Fujinon, 973-633-5600, www.fujinoncctv.com.DT-500 Power Supply
By Anton Bauer
The DT-500 is a 500-watt power supply designed to meet the power requirements of Sony F23 and F35 HD cameras. The DT-500's 14.4 volt output offers 300 watts of power with a 20 amp maximum via two 4-pin XLR or one 8-pin Lemo connector. It accommodates both 50 and 60 cycle systems and offers an AC input range from 90 to 250 volts. Contact Anton Bauer, 203-929-1100, www.antonbauer.com.SI-3D
By Silicon Imaging
The SI-3D shoots uncompressed raw imagery from two synchronized cameras and encodes directly to a single stereo CineFormRAW QuickTime file, along with 3D LUT color and convergence metadata. The stereo file can be instantly played back and edited in full 3D on an Apple Final Cut timeline, without the need for proxy conversions. The SI-3D system uses two remote SI-2K Mini cameras with a P+S interchange lens mount connected to a single processing system via gigabit Ethernet where they are synchronized and controlled through the SiliconDVR touch screen interface. On set, each camera can be viewed individually or in stereo mixed modes using modern 3D LCD and DLP displays. Contact Silicon Imaging, 518-374-3358, www.si-2k.com.
HDK-77EC Camera System
By Ikegami
The HDC-77EC supports native 1080i/59.94Hz and 720p/59.94Hz dual format with CMOS sensors and adopts TA-79HD HD-Triax Adaptor to utilize existing triax infrastructure. By using optional up/down converters HDTV and SDTV formats are supported simultaneously in both digital and analog form with a wide range of built-in interfaces. Contact Ikegami, 201-368-9171, www.ikegami.com.XA50X9.5B ESM HD Telephoto Lens
By Fujinon
Designed to work with ENG style 2/3-inch HD cameras, the 45-pound XA50X9.5B ESM HD telephoto lens features an integral camera supporter that requires no additional camera lens support. It features 50 times magnification and a 9.5 to 475mm focal length. A remote control 2X extender is standard. The maximum relative aperture is 1.7 from 9.5 to 311mm and 2.6 at 475mm. The minimum object distance is 9.8 feet from the front of the lens. Built-in moisture absorbing technology reduces fogging. Contact Fujinon, 973-633-5600, www.fujinon.com.Sony Accessories
By Century
Century has introduced accessories for the Sony HVR-Z5U and HDR-FX1000 cameras. These include the .6X HD Wide Angle Adapter, the .75X HD Wide Angle Converter, the Fisheye HD Adapter, the 1.6X HD Tele-Converter, and the Achromatic Diopters in strengths of +2.0 and +3.5. Contact Schneider Optics, 818-766-3715, www.schneideroptics.com.GP-US932A HD Remote Head System
By Panasonic
New features on the GP-US932A HD Remote Head Camera system include 1080p resolution, smaller camera head size, 6dB sensitivity improvement, HDMI output and optional 10- and 20-meter cables. The system also features Digital Signal Processing with 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit inner processing. Additional features include 12-axis matrix control with independent color control and a dynamic range that expands contrast in dark areas while maintaining detail in the bright areas of the picture. Contact Panasonic, 888-880-8474, www.panasonic.com.
Universal RCP MkIII Remote Control
By Polecam
The new Polecam Universal RCP MkIII remote control panel allows control of up to five different camera types from a single unit. The control format used is an audio sine-wave data signal which can run at 1200, 2400, or 4800 baud. This allows the RCP to be linked via balanced audio cable to the RX Box receiver which can be located up to and beyond 1500 meters away. The RX Box provides both 12V DC and control data to the camera. It incorporates a camera channel select switch; all other functions including baud rate selection and camera type are automatic. The Universal RCP MkIII is compatible with Polecam-approved ultra-compact HD and SD cameras from manufacturers such as Camera Corps, Hitachi, Iconix, Panasonic, Sony and Toshiba. Pan, tilt and iris motor drive outputs are also provided. A single pan, tilt and iris drive connector (6-pin LEMO) is provided for integration with a Polecam system. Contact Polecam, 323-633-7033, www.polecamusa.com.
