Specifications
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Tape Size
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Standard Cassette
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DVCAM Run Time
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184 Minutes
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Model
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DVCAM PDV-184N/3 184 Minutes
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Description
Sony DVCAM PDV-184N/3 184 Minutes Videotape
Sony DVCAM cassettes not only feature a rugged album case, but a professional durable tape to meet all your production needs. This 184N tape is the most popular of the DVCAM lengths.
With 50% fewer dropouts, Sony DVCAM tapes are ideal for professional video applications. Sony's Advance Metal Evaporated (AME) Technology makes the tape more durable and reduces the amount of hiccups that could cause problems later on in editing.
Sony DVCAM tapes feature Sony's advanced Diamond-Like Carbon protective coating to make the tape 30% stronger than consumer dv tape. This coating will really make a difference during Pause and Freeze Frame operations. DVCAM tapes also offer 50% less tape shrinkage than most consumer dv tapes. This gives DVCAM tapes excellent machine-to-machine compatibility and prevents the tape from shrinkage during shooting in varied temps. This makes the tape more reliable in long-term storage and more consistent in tracking and playback.
Features
- 184 Minutes, Large Cassette
- Diamond-Like Carbon coating
- Professional rugged locking case
- Advanced Metal Evaporated (AME) Technology
- No Chip. Does not include the ClipLinkTM chip.
The Features of a DVCAM
DVCAM is often geared towards videographers that are considered semi-professional and are looking to add technical sophistication to their project. However, many professional videographers think that DVCAM cassettes and cameras are also an excellent choice for films and documentaries. There are many reasons for this.
First, a DVCAM offers longer recording times. You can get up to 184 minutes on a single cassette. Most DVCAMs also have a special mechanism that allows you to use both mini and standard size cassettes for recording. The quality and durability of the production are also enhanced thanks to metal evaporated tape. There is full two-way compatibility with standard DV systems, whether mini DV or the typical size. That means that you don't have to buy another recording system or any special tools to be able to transfer your footage between recorders. Why, you can even playback footage from the camcorder or watch it on your TV through a VCR.
You also get locked audio modes, to protect against copy errors and up to four channels of audio to work with. You can playback multiple levels of SL or EP, as well as footage that has been made or modified with DVCPro. The editing features are surely what make or break a DVCAM system, and with it you get access to frame-accurate editing and non-Linear editors with using the special DVCAM compression. What about conversion to digital format for a personal computer? Using hardware and software like the Sony Memory Stick or the iLink offers easy conversion from tape memory data to digital content via computer. You can transfer compressed video, uncompressed audio, control, time code and other data between a wide assortment of new age digital devices.
There are a variety of uses for DVCAM, whether you are involved in cable production, network production or newsgathering. With the advent of cheap digital technology, newsgathering is on the rise, as more networks and independent producers can offer their own news updates. These DVCAM brand camcorders have also been used in corporate, government, documentary, and entertainment industries. A DVCAM is the best investment if you want to get serious about your career.
- TOL Part #: DVCAM-PDV-184N3
- Manufacturer's Part #: PDV-184N/3
- Model: DVCAM PDV-184N/3 184 Minutes
- Product ID: 2773
