Breakthrough imaging performance
The Z150 is the world’s first professional camcorder to feature a 1.0 type stacked CMOS image sensor. This breakthrough in sensor integration delivers a 2x increase in read-out speed compared to a conventional 1.0 sensor for stunning 120fps slow motion in Full HD and spectacular 4K recording. Full pixel read-out helps realise the full potential of the big 1.0 type sensor – there’s no need for pixel binning or line skipping which can result in moiré effects.
The large 1.0 type sensor is also brighter, has higher resolution and offers more bokeh with a shallow depth of field, allowing you to create beautiful, cinematic images that will inspire you and delight your clients.
Stunning 4K HDR image capture
The Z150 offers a step-change in image capture in its class with 4K QFHD (3840×2160) using the advanced XAVC Long GOP 100Mbps codec for truly broadcast quality 4K performance. 4K High Dynamic Range (HDR) content is also supported with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) file-based workflow for truly stunning imagery with a wide colour gamut and colour range.*
To maximise the quality of your images, the Z150 has a stunning optical 12x zoom lens that offers high resolution and contrast across the entirety of the image. Sony’s advanced Clear Image Zoom feature doubles magnification to 18x when shooting in 4K QFHD and 24x in HD, to fully exploit the imaging capabilities of the Z150’s large 1.0 type stacked sensor.
No compromises pro functionality
The Z150 transforms expectations of what’s possible with a handy camcorder so you can be confident using it for almost any application. This includes up to 120 frames per second (fps) High Frame Rate continuous recording in Full HD quality, delivering beautiful 5x slow motion. Stunning 4K picture performance is supported with 4K XAVC Long GOP at 100Mbps, while integration with established broadcast workflows is simplified with Full HD recording in XAVC Long GOP (4:2:2/10bit 50Mbps) and MPEG-2 HD (50Mbps/35Mbps). You can even use AVCHD to further expand workflow flexibility. However you want to shoot, the Z150 delivers.
The perfect handy camcorder
The Z150 isn’t simply a compact, lightweight design – it also integrates advanced features to reduce the need for bulky accessories that slow you down. A built-in four position ND filter means no need to carry a box of filters, MI Shoe eliminates cabling when fitting a microphone or even light. Advanced networking capabilities include built-in Wi-Fi for live streaming and FTP wireless connection*, greatly increasing your mobility, while the camcorder can also be easily controlled by a smartphone or tablet using Wi-Fi remote. Every last detail has been thought of – including power efficiency to deliver a remarkable 400 minutes** continuous recording time.
Instant HDR workflows
Shoot, edit and view HDR content in HLG without the need for additional colour grading.
As the expanding need for HDR content continues, internet video platforms and professionals producing corporate or event content are paying more attention to the added value of HDR. They need to deliver content quickly, without compromising on imaging expression and quality of content. To meet this demand, the PXW-Z150 offers Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) recording for easy file-based workflows, whilst achieving the image quality of HDR. This simple workflow enables the shooting, editing and viewing of HDR content in HLG, without devoting a lot of time to post-production work and additional colour grading.
General
Mass
- Approx. 1895g (Body only)
- Approx. 4lb 3 oz (Body only)
- Approx. 2270 g (with lens hood, eyecup, NP-F770 battery)
- Approx. 5 lb (with lens hood, eyecup, NP-F770 battery)
Power Consumption
- Approx. 6.3 W (while recording with viewfinder and XAVC HD 1080/60i 50 Mbps)
- Approx. 6.6 W (while recording with LCD and XAVC HD 1080/60i 50 Mbps)
Battery Operating Time
- Approx. 260 min. with NP-F770 battery (while recording with LCD, XAVC 1080/60i, 50 Mbps)
- Approx. 400 min. with NP-F970 battery (while recording with LCD, XAVC 1080/60i, 50 Mbps)
Recording Format (Video)
- XAVC QFHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile
- XAVC HD : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:2 Long profile
- XAVC Proxy: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile
- MPEG HD422: MPEG-2 422P@HL 4:2:2 Long profile
- MPEG HD420: MPEG-2 MP@HL 4:2:0 Long profile
- MPEG HD Proxy: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile
- AVCHD : MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format compatible
Recording Format (Audio)
- XAVC QFHD : Linear PCM 2ch, 24bit, 48kHz
- XAVC HD : Linear PCM 2ch, 24bit, 48kHz
- XAVC Proxy : AAC-LC 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
- MPEG HD422 : Linear PCM 2ch, 24bit, 48kHz
- MPEG HD420 : Linear PCM 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
- MPEG HD Proxy : AAC-LC 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
- AVCHD : Linear PCM 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
Imaging Device (Pixel Count)
- Approx. 20 M pixels (total)
- Approx. 14.2 M pixels (Effective)
Effective Picture Elements
- 3840 (H) x 2160 (V)
Built-in Optical Filters
- ND filters
- OFF: CLEAR
- 1: 1/4ND
- 2: 1/16ND
- 3: 1/64ND
Gamma Curve
- Selectable
