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Manufacturer:
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Sony
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Model:
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F330 XDCAM HD
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Short Description:
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Half inch XDCAM HD camera upto 35Mbps. Similiar body to the dsr 450 in style.
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Why was it needed and what did it replace:
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3rd Eye broadcast need to offer a wide range of cameras and formats - we wanted to offer XDCAM HD
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Author:
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Michael Bradbury
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Date:
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13/04/2007
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What other systems did you consider? :
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The XDCAM F350
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Why did you choose it?:
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XdCAM functionality with HD capability at a cost that was attractive.
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Did you buy new or used - if new did you consider used / visa versa? :
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New. Since we are a camera hire company as well as a productions company we need reliability and Warranty.
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Who did you buy it from (direct from manufacturer or through a dealer)?:
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we bought from Digi broadcast.
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What price did you pay?:
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Rather not say.
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Were you happy with the sales service?:
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Yes, we have a good relationship with the dealer.
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What major projects have you used it (or plan to use it) for?:
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It has been used for both pop promos and Documentary.
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Does it perform as expected?:
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Although only half inch it still gives good HD results in that price range.
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Pro's:
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Affordable HD outclassing HDV.
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Con's:
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Not everyone is a XDCAM fan.
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What would your brief summary be on this product?:
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XDCAM workflow combined with HD at 1080p - as a video equipment rental company and production company it serves a market place.
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About you – please tell us about you, your background, your company and any credits you or your company may have :
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3rd eye broadcast are an established productions Company providing camera hire,video equipment rental & crew hire. Our website www.3rdeyecamerahire.co.uk gives more information.
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