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XDCAM HD422

File-based operation. Tapeless workflow. Strikingly high picture quality.

"Tarzan" meets "Crocodile Hunter"

Outdoor Channel's newest series called Savage Wild is being shot now with XDCAM Systems. Follow modern day Tarzan Manny Puig, as he interacts with alligators, sharks and other dangerous wildlife in primitive wilderness and see how the XDCAM solution is a proven, battle-tested system.

More about Savage Wild and Outdoor Channel's move to HD

Watch Interview with series director Robin Berg

Savage Wild Video Trailer

Savage Wild Image Gallery

NAB HD News & Field Production Presentations

Hear from guest speakers on how they use XDCAM cameras for ENG & Production.

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XDCAM Enthusiasts

Hear from XDCAM enthusiasts and see real world workflow in action!

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How to choose an HD camcorder

Additional Resources

What's the Latest

The World's First Gigabit Ethernet HD AV/IT Recorder.

Experience an interactive video e-tutorial and find out why the PDW-HD1500 it's much more than a data recorder. It's the solution you've been waiting for.

Sony XDCAM HD And Avid Media Composer Create Winning Combination

Next-Generation Digital Workflow Leverages Exceptional Output from Small Staff

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Solutions & Technology

About XDCAM Technology

XDCAM by definition refers to tapeless technology and consists of XDCAM Optical and XDCAM EX.

About CineAlta Technology

So, what is the Sony CineAlta system? The concept of the CineAlta system is to provide digitally...

What is Workflow Innovation?

In the truest sense of the expression, Workflow Innovation is a dramatic change in the way work...

XDCAM Media

Powerful Nonlinear Recording - The Professional Disc Media

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Press Releases

"Survivor" Broadcast In High Definition For The First Time Using XDCAM HD

For the first time in its 17-season history, CBS' "Survivor" is being broadcast in high-definition..

Spanish Broadcasting System Goes On Air In HD With Sony's XDCAM System

Broadcaster Standardizes on the Sony Optical 422 Technology

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Tradeshows & Events

Tarzan meets Crocodile Hunter

Outdoor Channel's newest series called Savage Wild is being shot now with XDCAM Systems.

Sony XDCAM Camcorders Join Forces to Capture "Once in a Lifetime" Event

The event was the "Gathering of Mustangs & Legends" Air Show in Columbus, Ohio

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Brochures

Details of the Summer Games

Brought to you in Sony HD

Setting a New Benchmark: The XDCAM Family Expands

Since its introduction in 2003, the Sony XDCAM™ series has been offering tremendous benefits of...

HDCA-702

MPEG TS Adaptor

XDCAM Family (XDCAM & XDCAM EX)

Today's Nonlinear Tapeless Production Solutions

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Manuals

PDW-700 Operation Manual

Professional Disc Camcorder

PDW-HD1500 Operation Manual

Professional Disc Recorder

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Demos

How to Choose an HD Camcorder Video Series

This series is broken into five parts – from lens to archive.

XDCAM HD Overview

XDCAM SD Overview

XDCAM HD Feature Demo

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Downloads

XDCAM Scene Files

One of the many cool features of an XDCAM camcorder is the ability to easily create, upload...

XDCAM Workflow Guides

Workflow for popular NLE software

XDCAM Software Downloads

XDCAM products come with a variety of downloadable software maximizing the benefits of the disc.

Sony XDCAM HD & XDCAM EX Workflows

User guides

Promotions & Special Offers

XDCAM HD Disc Set

On the new XDCAM® HD Disc set, you will find information on Sony's XDCAM family of products including the latest high definition line-up.

Getting into HD Production has Never Been Easier!

Sony is pleased to introduce two new HD Production packages: The PDW335ProPac and the PDW355ProPac.

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Sony Professional Services & Programs

Lower costs, increase control and maximize uptime with Sony, a leader in Professional Services.

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Training

Since 1970, Sony Training Institute, the industry education leader, has trained thousands of video professional like you on the latest service technologies and production techniques. In addition to offering production and post production courses taught with entirely digital or a mixture of digital and analog equipment, Sony Training Institute provides workshops designed specifically to put you on the right track in your transition to digital.

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