Sony PMWEX30 Family Brochure (XDCAM EX Family) - Page 14

Unique Lens Operation Supplied Wide-angle Fujinon 14x Zoom Lens Both camcorders are equipped with a high-quality, highdefinition Fujinon 14x zoom lens specifically designed to offer optimum picture performance and unprecedented functionality. The lens offers a wide viewing angle of 5.8 mm (equivalent to 31.4 mm on a 35-mm lens), and many convenient features for diverse shooting situations. MF Assist The MF (Manual Focus) Assist function of the PMW-EX1R and PMW-EX3 helps to precisely focus on the target subject when shooting in MF mode. When MF Assist is enabled, auto focus is momentarily activated when the user stops adjusting the focus ring. The camera then finely focuses on the subject that is closest to the focal point of the lens at that time. Unique Focus Ring Mechanism Professional Manual Focus and Auto Focus The lens adopts a unique focus ring mechanism, which offers two types of manual focus, plus auto focus operation. The lens is equipped with two independent focus wheel mechanisms, which can be switched by sliding the focus ring forward and back. When the focus ring is in the forward position, the lens works as an auto focus lens. Either Manual or Auto Focus mode can be selected using the AF/MF switch on the lens. When the focus ring is set to the back position, the lens has an absolute focus position. In addition to the focus ring, the lens is equipped with independent rings for zoom and iris adjustment; all have physical stops and absolute markings, permitting precise adjustments. The location, rotational range, and feel are identical to other manual high-end HD lenses. This gives users a high level of familiarity and operational comfort. Focus Zoom Iris Front : AF/MF AF/MF Mode • Full AF • One-push AF • MF • AF/MF Assist Back : Full MF Full MF Mode • Full MF (absolute focus position) AF Assist The AF (Auto Focus) Assist function of the PMW-EX1R and PMW-EX3 enables operators to manually change focus positions using the focus ring in AF mode. This means that AF reference focus positions can be shifted manually to a new position. 14 One-push Auto Iris (PMW-EX1R Only) A One-push Auto Iris button has been added to the lens of the PMW-EX1R, allowing the user to go into Auto Iris mode only when this button is pushed. Interchangeable Lens System (PMW-EX3 Only) The PMW-EX3 camcorder incorporates a 1/2-inch-type EX-mount interchangeable lens system that allows the lens to be as compact and lightweight as possible while maintaining high optical performance. This mount system supports a variety of 1/2-inch-type HD lenses available from major manufacturers with the PMW-EX3 camcorder via the supplied lens adaptor, expanding the spectrum of creative expression.* A 2/3-inch-type lens** can also be used with the PMW-EX3 camcorder via the mount system; this requires a 2/3-inch-type lens adaptor*** equipped with a 12-pin lens connector. This illustrates the range of lens choice, including cinema-style lenses, to suit every specific shooting requirement. *The 1/2-inch-type lens adaptor supplied with the PMW-EX3 camcorder is equipped with a hot-shoe lens mount connector only. Automatic lens iris control is achieved only if the lens has hot-shoe connectors. Some lens functions are not supported by the PMW-EX3. For more details, please contact each lens manufacturer. **In this configuration, the resulting focal length will be 1.37 times the actual focal length of the lens. ***When using 2/3-inch-type lenses with the PMW-EX3 camcorder, a Fujinon ACM-21 or Canon LCV-41E lens mount adaptor is required. Supplied EX mount lens 1/2-inch type lens Use supplied 1/2 inch type lens adaptor for 1/2 inch B4 mount lens with double hot shoe Use Canon LCV-20E for 1/2 inch type B4 mount lens without double hot shoe