True high definition image quality with low-compression DVCPRO HD intraframe recording

Multiple formats: DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV selectable

High definition recording formats: 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/24pA, 1080/30p, 720p (variable frame rates)

Standard definition recording formats: 480/60i, 480/24p, 480pA, 480/30p

CineSwitchTM technology for variable frame rates in 720p mode: 12, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 32, 36, 48, 60fps

1/3" 16:9 native high-sensitivity progressive 3-CCD with 1080/60p scanning

New DSP with 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit internal processing for unprecedented accuracy

16:9/4:3 switchable for standard definition recording, 16:9 native for HD

Wide angle Leica Dicomar HD lens with optical image stabilizer (motorized/manual mode switchable)

High resolution 235,000 pixel .44" electronic viewfinder (EVF) with 90 degree tilt and detail function (for easier focusing)

High resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5" LCD display

Thumbnail display for easy searching and file information

Auto/manual focus with focus assist (even during recording)

Cam-driven manual zoom

13X zoom range: focal length = 4.2 to 55mm (35mm equivalent: 32.5 to 423)

Advanced gamma functions and eight gamma settings including two CineGammaTM modes and NewsGammaTM mode

Advanced image adjustments: color matrix, detail, chroma phase, color temp, knee points

Two ND filters: 1/8, 1/64

82mm filter diameter

Two P2 card slots with hot swap capability

Hot swap, loop, pre-record (3 seconds in HD, 7 seconds in SD), one shot, and interval recording functions

Mini-DV tape transport for DV recording

Internal downconversion and frame rate conversion from HD source recorded on P2 cards to Mini-DV tape

48kHz 16-bit 4-channel PCM audio (2 XLRs with phantom power)

Built-in stereo microphone (unidirectional microphone optional)

Audio dials and flexible input selection

Analog component (Y, Pb, Pr) output

Composite input/output

S-Video input/output

Standard IEEE 1394 interface

External recording to FOCUS FireStore FS-100 via IEEE 1394 streaming

Host mode for transferring previously recorded content on P2 cards to an external hard drive via IEEE 1394

Compatible with nonlinear editing systems from Apple, Avid and Canopus

USB 2.0

SD memory card slot for sharing scene files

Remote control for zoom, record (start/stop)

Remote control for focus, iris control

SMPTE timecode reader/generator with timecode matching with multiple cameras via IEEE 1394

SMPTE color bars

Three programmable user buttons

Six pre-set scene files (user programmable)

Shot marker function

Slow, synchro and high speed shutter

White balance with auto tracking white function

Trigger and zoom control on upper handle grip

Ultra-tough magnesium alloy chassis

Supplied accessories include CG-AD54SE/1B Lithium-Ion 7.2V / 5400mA snap-on battery, AG-B15 AC adaptor/battery charger, microphone holder, component video cables with RCA-BNC adaptors, remote control, shoulder strap and instruction manual