Used Sony PMW-500 Camera with HDVF-20A

Condition note: Used Kit, Good condition. May have a few scratches or scuffs (2802 hours)

Please Note: This camera has missing audio doors, missing head phone socket, microphone bracket broken, filter wheel damaged. 

Used Sony PMW-500 Camera with HDVF-20A (U/PMW-500) is Sony Professional’s first XDCAM HD422 camcorder featuring solid-state recording. It is equipped with three 2/3-inch Power HAD FX CCD sensors, capable of recording full HD (with SD option). Using highly developed MPEG-2 Long GOP compression technology, it supports full-HD 422 50 Mbps MXF recording and playback. The camcorder uses the same 2.2-megapixel progressive CCDs as Sony’s renowned PDW-F800/700 XDCAM Professional Disc HD 422 camcorders, offering high sensitivity at F12 (50i) and F11 (59.94i).

SxS Memory Cards for High Transfer Speeds and Reliability

The PMW-500 supports both SxS PRO™ and SxS-1™ memory cards, which utilize the PCI Express interface for data transfer speeds of up to 800 Mbps. These cards are highly resistant to shock (1500 G) and vibration (15 G) and feature a unique Salvage function that restores content in the event of power loss or memory disconnection during recording.

HD Recording in 1920×1080 and 1280×720 Using MPEG HD 422 Codec

The camcorder records and plays back high-definition video in 1920×1080 and 1280×720 resolutions at up to 50 Mbps using MPEG-2 4:2:2P HL compression technology.

24-bit, Four-Channel Audio Recording

In MPEG HD 422 or MPEG IMX mode, the PMW-500 records uncompressed four-channel, 24-bit audio. Each channel’s audio level can be independently adjusted using individual controls.

Flexible Recording Modes and Formats

In addition to MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps mode, the PMW-500 supports multiple recording modes, allowing for different bit rates and video formats. It accommodates both the broadcast-standard MXF and IT-standard MP4 file wrappers.

Extended Recording Time

Thanks to MPEG-2 Long GOP compression and the large capacity of SxS memory cards, the PMW-500 can record high-quality HD 422 50 Mbps footage for up to 110 minutes on a single 64 GB card. Additionally, the two memory card slots allow for hot-swapping during recording, ensuring uninterrupted shooting.

Compact, Well-Balanced Body for Mobility

Designed for portability and ergonomic balance, the PMW-500 weighs only 3.4 kg and is well-suited for a variety of shooting scenarios. Its design is based on the successful PMW-350/320 XDCAM EX™ camcorders, ensuring a familiar and comfortable user experience.

Low Power Consumption

The camcorder’s power consumption is just 29W, making it energy-efficient for extended shooting sessions.

Digital Extender Option

With the optional CBK-HD02 boards, the Digital Extender feature enables digital zooming, doubling image size without losing clarity.

Focus Magnification and Auto Focus Assist

For precise focus adjustments, the viewfinder offers a 2x magnified image. The Auto Focus Assist function allows manual focus adjustments using the focus ring while in AF mode.

Slow and Quick Motion Capabilities

The PMW-500 offers powerful slow and quick motion capabilities, allowing frame rates from 1 fps to 60 fps in 720p mode, and from 1 fps to 30 fps in 1080p mode, with 1 fps increments. In PAL mode (UDF MXF), frame rates up to 50 fps (720p) and 25 fps (1080p) are supported.

Slow Shutter and HyperGamma

The Slow Shutter function can accumulate up to 64 frames for enhanced low-light shooting. Additionally, the camcorder features four HyperGamma curves, inherited from Sony’s CineAlta camcorders, alongside six standard gammas.

Interval and Frame Recording

The Interval Recording function captures one frame at set intervals, ideal for time-lapse shooting. The Frame Recording feature records predetermined frames with each press of the Record button, making it perfect for stop-motion or clay animation.

Optical ND and Electrical CC Filters

The PMW-500 is equipped with optical ND filters and electrical CC filters, allowing easy adjustment of color temperatures (3200K, 4300K, 5600K, or 6300K) via an assignable camcorder switch.