Sony DSR-PD100 PD100 3CCD PAL Pro Video Camera Kit
Sony dsr-pd100 pd100 3ccd pal pro video camera kit. Sony pd100 3ccd pro video camera - dvcam pal version.

This a one owner camera complete with accessories and even the original box. It has been used by a leading dp in sydney for mainly interviews and test shoots and is in top condition. As with any used camera it has some marks and scratches but it functions 100% and the lenses are clear and have no scratches. This camera is the previous model to the industry standard sony pd150 camera. Being a pd series this is is professional video camera.

It shoots in 4:3 & 16:9 formats. The pd100 records sd video to readily available and low cost minidv tapes. This camera is perfect for those starting out in video or to shoot a specific project. This camera is in top condition and works perfectly in record & playback.
The firewire interface works 100% and has been tested by us to transfer video to the pc. The lenses are free of any scratches or marks and all functions of the camera have been tested. Everything works & there are no breaks or cracks on the camera. We have tested every function and connector on the camera for about 3 hours just before listing and it ran all tests perfectly.

Overall the camera has some small marks and scratches but the lens’s are all in excellent condition. The battery is a sony np950 which seems to be good for a least 3-4 few hours of use. I fully charged the battery then recorded 1 hour, rewound and played back the tape 3 times and the battery indicator still showed 60-70% available. The pd series is broadcast quality. This camera is ideal for semi pro recording and footage from this and other similar spec pd cameras is still used on thousands of tv shows and documentaries areound the globe.

There is an inbuilt stereo microphone and a 3.5mm trx plug to allow you to plug in 2 external microphones. The camera supports a 12x optical zoom.

You can either run the camera in auto mode or manual mode locking in your gain, shutter, aperture, white balance etc. You can view your images either thru the colour viewfinder or the 3.50 inch colour screen. The camera has an inbuilt speaker for playback. There is also a sony 0.7x wide angle lens adaptor for tight shots.

This lens does not distort the edges like a fisheye. We also include a sony power supply & sony np 950 battery & the original sony user manual. The kit includes the following.

1 x sony dsr-pd100 camera (pn dsr-pd100ap). 1 x sony lens cap on lanyard.

1 x sony 0.7x wide angle convertor. 1 x battery high capacity (est 4-6 hours) (pn np-f950). 1 x battery charger/camera power 110-240v (pn ac-l10a). 1 x 240v au figure 8 power cable.


1 x sony audio video cable (trs 3.5mm to 3 x rca). 4 x sony dsr-pd100ap user manual (eng, fr, de, it).

1 x sony parallel port pc card reader & cd driver (pn msac-pr1). 1 x sony original packing box. Sony pd100 brochure (0.4mb pdf). (please note this camera is pal, the brochure is for ntsc). Packing will be the camera wrapped in bubble wrap then put into into the original sony box then wrapped in black shrinkwrap to keep moisture out.

Actual weight is 3.60 kg. 12:1 variable speed (1.83-26.5 sec) zoom lens f = 4.3 to 51.6 mm; f1.6 to 2.8; filter diameter 52 mm. Three 1/4-inch color ccds, 450,000 pixels progressive/interlace scan.

Auto/manual (exposure dial, program ae). 180,000 dot color lcd, zebra pattern. Rec: 48 khz/16-bit, 32 khz/12-bit. Tft active matrix, 3.5-inch, 184,580 pixels (839 x 220). Eia standard, pal color sysetm.
Pc card standard ata specifications type ii. 2 mb to 64mb (when formatted by dsr-pd100).

Audio/video in/out : special av mini. (converts to phono) x 1. Mini-din 4 pin x 1. Stereo mini x 1 (xlr 3-pin x 1, via adaptor). Firewire (dv in/out): 4-pin x 1.

8.4 v (ac-l10 ac adaptor). 0 °c to 40 °c (32 °f to 104 °f). 20 °c to 60 °c (-4 °f to 140 °f). Dc 7.2 v (battery), dc 8.4 v (ac adaptor). 4.3 w using the viewfinder/5.3 w using the lcd.

93 x 112 x 193.5 mm (3 3/4 x 4 1/2 x 7 5/8 inches). 900 g /1 lb 15 oz. The sony dsr-pd100 is a compact digital color video camera using 3 1/4 inch ccd. Within its compact and conveniently styled body, it boasts a newly developed 3ccd image device which provides excellent picture quality, and a new function — still image recording on a removable memory media. With these features, the dsr-pd100 will offer new opportunities for a variety of professional video applications.

The dsr-pd100 has three 1/4 inch ccd sensors, each with 380,000 pixels(effective 360,000 pixels). This 3ccd system is designed to compliment the dvcam recording format, with a high standard of quality for this class of camera.
The ccd’s in the dsr-pd100 can be switched to scan in two ways: interlace scan for recording moving images and progressive scan for recording still images. A new optical system that compensates for unwanted camera movement without reducing image quality.

A built-in 12x zoom lens is supplemented by a 48x digital zoom that can provide really close up shots. Manual control and full range auto modes.

The dsr-pd100 has manual control of modes such as focus, gain, white balance shutter speed and so on. Auto modes are included for quick operation. Switchable 4:3 and 16:9 recording modes. Although the dsr-pd100 incorporates a 4:3 image sensor, it is capable to capture 16:9 aspect ratio pictures by processing them digitally. The dsr-pd100 is a handy-type of camera, weighing just 1 kg(2.2 lbs)with a battery and a tape. A magnesium alloy die cast body keeps it light but robust. This mobility is a major asset in the field of professional acquisition. The dsr-pd100 can record still images on both tape or removable media, such as memory stick, which is supplied with the unit. The still images scanned in interlace or progressive scan modes are recorded on the tape. The still images scanned in the progressive scan mode are recorded onto removable memory media. Depending on the subject, you can choose the picture quality from three modes: super fine(sfn), fine(fin) or standard(std). The dsr-pd100 records on the dvcam format to offer superior video and audio quality, and reliability for professional use. Link interface provides a single cable connection to transfer digital video and audio with virtually no generational loss.

The dsr-pd100 is capable of pcm digital recording of stereo sound in both 48 khz mode(16-bit) and 32khz mode(12-bit). When a recording has been made in 12-bit mode, another stereo channel can be added later. A 0.7x wide conversion lens is supplied, complete with lens hood, lens cap and protective bag. The dsr-pd100 has a 3.5-inch color lcd monitor with 184,000 pixels, opening 90 degrees to the side and swiveling 180 degrees. The infolithium battery system is incorporated in the dsr-pd100.

The supplied np-f550 battery communicates with the camcorder so that the dsr-pd100 can indicate the remaining battery capacity within one minute of accuracy. The color viewfinder uses a 180,000 pixel precision lcd for accurate focusing, white balancing and so on. Memory stick media and pc card adaptor. The memory stick is sony’s removable ic memory medium. A 4 mb memory stick is supplied with the camcorder. A memory stick/pc card adaptor is allso provided, and this is used to insert the memory stick into the camcorder memory card slot (ata/type 2) a pc card(ata/type 2)can also be inserted. Direct bank deposit (branch or internet). Send to po box 3125, north strathfield nsw 2137. All goods will be delivered correctly packaged to minimise any damage in transit. All goods will be tested & cleaned unless otherwise noted in the listing. We are based in concord, sydney, nsw 7 days a week, you can arrange collection day or night, just call 02-80047856 to arrange.

Goods picked up will not be packed, if required, packing costs an additional $10. We are unable to advise you specifically when the courier will arrive.

Depending on location we may use australia post or fastway to deliver. We are not able to declare the item as a gift or declare a lower value than the sell price in australian dollars. Our sales include gst unless stated otherwise for sale of a personal item for instance.

If applicable, a gst invoice will be given with each item. Unless otherwise noted you are welcome to collect your item from concord, nsw. We usually answer all questions on the day they are posted.


In the event of a dispute please be advised that we use the guidelines as per fair trading act of nsw.

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