• True high definition image quality with low-compression DVCPRO HD intraframe recording • Multiple formats: DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV selectable • High definition recording formats: 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/24pA, 1080/30p, 720p (variable frame rates) • Standard definition recording formats: 480/60i, 480/24p, 480pA, 480/30p • CineSwitchTM technology for variable frame rates in 720p mode: 12, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 32, 36, 48, 60fps • 1/3" 16:9 native high-sensitivity progressive 3-CCD with 1080/60p scanning • New DSP with 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit internal processing for unprecedented accuracy • 16:9/4:3 switchable for standard definition recording, 16:9 native for HD • Wide angle Leica Dicomar HD lens with optical image stabilizer (motorized/manual mode switchable) • High resolution 235,000 pixel .44" electronic viewfinder (EVF) with 90 degree tilt and detail function (for easier focusing) • High resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5" LCD display • Thumbnail display for easy searching and file information • Auto/manual focus with focus assist (even during recording) • Cam-driven manual zoom • 13X zoom range: focal length = 4.2 to 55mm (35mm equivalent: 32.5 to 423) • Advanced gamma functions and eight gamma settings including two CineGammaTM modes and NewsGammaTM mode • Advanced image adjustments: color matrix, detail, chroma phase, color temp, knee points • Two ND filters: 1/8, 1/64 • 82mm filter diameter • Two P2 card slots with hot swap capability • Hot swap, loop, pre-record (3 seconds in HD, 7 seconds in SD), one shot, and interval recording functions • Mini-DV tape transport for DV recording • Internal downconversion and frame rate conversion from HD source recorded on P2 cards to Mini-DV tape • 48kHz 16-bit 4-channel PCM audio (2 XLRs with phantom power) • Built-in stereo microphone (unidirectional microphone optional) • Audio dials and flexible input selection • Analog component (Y, Pb, Pr) output • Composite input/output • S-Video input/output • Standard IEEE 1394 interface • External recording to FOCUS FireStore FS-100 via IEEE 1394 streaming • Host mode for transferring previously recorded content on P2 cards to an external hard drive via IEEE 1394 • Compatible with nonlinear editing systems from Apple, Avid and Canopus • USB 2.0 • SD memory card slot for sharing scene files • Remote control for zoom, record (start/stop) • Remote control for focus, iris control • SMPTE timecode reader/generator with timecode matching with multiple cameras via IEEE 1394 • SMPTE color bars • Three programmable user buttons • Six pre-set scene files (user programmable) • Shot marker function • Slow, synchro and high speed shutter • White balance with auto tracking white function • Trigger and zoom control on upper handle grip • Ultra-tough magnesium alloy chassis • Supplied accessories include CG-AD54SE/1B Lithium-Ion 7.2V / 5400mA snap-on battery, AG-B15 AC adaptor/battery charger, microphone holder, component video cables with RCA-BNC adaptors, remote control, shoulder strap and instruction manual