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INTRODUCTION
In 1997, Panavision and Sony announced their
collaboration on the development of a 24P digital high
definition camera suitable for use by filmmakers to
create big screen motion picture image quality. We
knew, from 45 years of experience, that a complete
imaging system approach was the only way for
traditional film crews to make a seamless transition into
digital production. With this in mind, we made a number
of modifications to the Sony HDW-F900 24P camera. For
starters, the Panavised camera received a heavy duty
front plate and lens mount modified to work with our
specially designed Primo DigitalTM lenses. The system now
accommodates most of our standard film camera
accessories as well as new accessories designed
exclusively for digital cinematography.
In addition to the mechanical modifications to the
camera, a unique optical pre-filter gives you better color
matching with film emulsions and enhanced resolution
for blue screen effects cinematography. Last, but not
least, we designed the new ULTRAVIEWviewfinder for
studio and handheld cine-style use. It presents a 2
times larger image along with a greater diopter range.
Panavision is committed to continuously developing our
Digital Imaging system in close collaboration with our
clients, just as we have done with our film systems over
the last 45 years. Now your HD project will benefit from
the same dedication to customer service and superior
image quality that is the hallmark of Panavision.
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