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Overview 1 Chapter Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Features The F23 is a digital cinematography camera equipped with 2/3-inch type CCDs, each with an effective pixel count of 1920 (H) × 1080 (V). The camera is incorporated with newly developed imagers and a digital signal-processing LSI that yield images of a high quality for cinematic, commercial, and dramatic production applications. The camera also supports the features of a "production camera" up to details in its shape, button and indicator layout, and materials of the parts. Superior Picture Quality and High Performance Wide dynamic range and high-quality digital pictures With its newly developed 2/3-type Progressive IT CCDs for 2,200,000 pixels, 14-bit A/D converter, and unique digital LSI, the camera achieves significant extension of the dynamic range and picture quality of optimal grade. RGB 4:4:4 image capturing The RGB 4:4:4 image-capturing capability, having high affinity with computer graphics, yields significant results, especially in chroma-keying and color-correction processes where highly exacting special-effects sequences and elaborate finishes are required in demanding moviemaking, commercial, and television applications. Variable-speed recording When used with a Sony SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder, the number of frames per second (fps) for shooting/recording is selectable in single-frame increments. This allows users to create slow- or fastmotion effects equivalent to those obtained by "overcranking" or "undercranking" a cinematic film camera. Frame-rate settings for this function are variable from 1 to 60 fps in YCbCr signal mode and from 1 to 30 fps in RGB 4:4:4 signal mode. Multiple frame formats The camera covers the1080 formats of different types to allow it to be used for high-end content creation, including commercial and broadcasting program production as well as movie making. • Progressive mode: 1080/23.98P, 1080/24P, 1080/25P, 1080/29.97P, 1080/50P, 1080/59.94P • Interlace mode: 1080/50i, 1080/59.94i Imaging characteristics with wide color space A newly developed optical prism system having wide spectral characteristics allows the camera to capture images in natural-looking colors closer to those of the actual scene than with conventional cameras. User Gamma As with Sony's HDC-F950 video camera and HDWF900R digital recorder, the F23 allows you to customize gamma curves according to your creative needs, using the CvpFileEditor1) application software. 1) You can download the software from the "eCSite," the site for downloading business and professional software from Sony Corporation. Design and Shape New compact design For a high level of mobility in consideration of various shooting situations, such as inside a car, the camera is housed in as compact a body as possible. In addition, buttons and indicators are laid out to provide a familiar and intuitive user interface to users of conventional cinema film cameras. Dockable system of the SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder A dockable interface system is employed to conform to versatile shooting conditions and on-site demands. The SRW-11) can be docked directly on the top or rear of the camera, as required for shooting conditions. The camera and SRW-1 recorder can also be tethered via cables to take advantage of the compactness of the camera for higher mobility. 1) The firmware of the SRW-1 may be required to be updated for use with the camera. For details, consult your local Sony representative. 7 Features