Sony NEX-FS100E User manual

NEX-FS100E
NEX-FS100EK
NXCAM Super 35mm Sensor Camcorder
A New World of High Quality Video Production Convenience with
an NXCAM Super 35mm Motion Picture Camcorder

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Sony's range of NXCAM models now includes the NEX-FS100E interchangeable lens camcorder featuring
a Super 35mm sensor. Developed specifically for shooting motion pictures, this high sensitivity, large format
sensor is capable of producing footage with shallow depth of field similar to that of a film camera for a new
level of expression.
For even more creative flexibility, the NEX-FS100E also enables extended continuous recording and
simultaneous recording of HD video footage for instant backup with an HXR-FMU128 Flash Memory Unit.These
and other valuable features make this compact, high performance camera ideal for producing everything
from low budget commercials, music videos and documentaries to wedding videos.
INTRODUCTION
NXCAM Super 35mm Motion Picture Camcorder Providing
a Simple Solution to High Quality Video Production

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"Exmor" Super35 CMOS Sensor for Shooting Motion Pictures
Equipped with a large CMOS sensor equivalent in size to Super 35mm film, like that
used in the PMW-F3, the NEX-FS100E enables shooting with the same creative depth
of field as a film camera.
The sensor also features an optimum number of effective pixels for shooting HD
moving images.At a high 50fps in all-pixel scan mode, this allows images to be
captured with less color aliasing, jaggedness and rolling shutter than DSLR
cameras, while providing the sensitivity to shoot at a minimum illumination of
0.28lux*1.Another advantage of "Exmor" technology is minimal noise when shooting
low-light scenes.
* 1 When using a fixed shutter speed of 1/25, auto gain and an iris setting of F1.4
The SEL18200 lens supplied with the NEX-FS100EK enables shooting in illumination as low as 1.5lux when
using a fixed shutter speed of 1/25, auto gain and auto iris
SENSOR
Super 35 mm 4/3”
2/3”
1/2”
27.1 mm
23.6 mm
13.3 mm 13.3 mm
21.8 mm
11.0 mm
8.8 mm
17.3 mm 6.4 mm
4.8 mm
7.9 mm
6.6 mm
"Exmor" Super35 CMOS Sensor
Gross pixels Approx. 3,530,000 pixels
Effective pixels of moving pictures in 16:9 Approx. 3,370,000 pixels
Effective pixels of moving pictures in 4:3 Approx. 2,530,000 pixels NEX-FS100E
NEX-FS100E
conventional camcorder
DSLR camera
Depth of Field
Sensitivity

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E-Mount Interchangeable Lens System
The NEX-FS100E features the E-mount Interchangeable lens system.
Sony's E-mount interchangeable lenses let you enjoy a level of creative freedom
unimaginable with camcorders of the past.All feature precision-crafted optics
with aspherical glass elements for compact high performance, and circular iris
mechanisms for smooth background defocusing.The supplied SEL18200(E 18–200mm
F3.5–6.3 OSS) with the NEX-FS100EK boasts 11x zoom power, a quiet AF motor for
cleaner sound recording, and Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with an
advanced Active mode that lets you take steady handheld shots while walking around
— even without a bulky stabilization rig.An ultracompact SEL16F28 wide-angle lens
and SEL1855 3x zoom lens are also available.
Thanks to the E-mount's short 18mm flange-back distance,using a mount adaptor allows
shooting with a wide range of existing lenses. For example,with the optional LA-EA1 mount
adaptor you can take advantage of the abundant A-mount lenses.
LA-EA1 mount
adaptor
Third party adaptor
INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES
E-mount lens on
the NEX-FS100E
Other lenses
A-mount lenses
E-mount lenses Another lens with
a third party adaptor
A-mount lens with
the LA-EA1 adaptor
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New Design Concept Providing the Flexibility for a Variety of Shooting Styles
Featuring a compact, lightweight body with detachable grip, top handle, and viewfinder,
the NEX-FS100E is ideal for a wide range of shooting situations.
During hand-held shooting, the angle of the grip can be changed as desired,
and recording started and start and stop recording with a button on the grip.
Secondary record buttons are also available at two locations, at the top and in
front of the camera body.
There are also 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch screw
holes on both the handle and the bottom of the
camera body for mounting various peripheral
devices, plus a tape measure hook and an
image sensor position index on the body.
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Located on the optical axis, the 3.5-inch-type XtraFine™ LCD panel enables easier and more intuitive
framing, especially during hand-held shooting. And the LCD panel can be rotated for stress-free
operation when shooting low-angle scenes and digital signage footage. For easier and more precise
focusing in daylight, the viewfinder comes with a detachable 1.2x magnifier.

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1920x1080P Slow and Quick Motion
Recording images at a different frame rate from that used for playback provides
the extra versatility of slow and quick motion shooting. Furthermore, the NEX-FS100E
enables Full HD (1920×1080) progressive slow and quick motion. Frame rates are
selectable from 50fps, 25fps, 12fps, 6fps, 3fps, 2fps and 1fps. So, for example, when
recording at 1080/25p, if the frame rate is set to 50fps, images are recorded in
2.0 times slow motion.This means you can create impressive slow motion scenes
without the need for troublesome editing.
Note:Slow and quick motion shooting is only available in HD progressive mode.
Simultaneous recording to a memory card and flash memory unit (optional HXR-
FMU128) is not available.
CREATION
50 p
Capture
2.0 times slow motion
25 p
Format Recording/
Playback
1sec 1sec 1sec
1
1
1 2 3 23 2425
2 3
1234
23 24 25 26 27 28 48 49 50 1 2 3
2 3 48 4950
6p Capture
Approx. 4 speed quick motion
25 Format Rec./
Playback
1sec 1sec 1sec 1sec 1sec 1sec
1 2 3 1 2 348 4950 48 49 50
12341234 1234 12341234
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Hybrid Recording
Recording to the directly mountable HXR-FMU128 Flash Memory unit allows continuous
recording for over 10 hours without changing the recording medium. Simultaneous
recording using memory cards and other media is also possible for secure backup
when shooting footage that can't be reshot.
Note: HD and SD footage cannot be recorded separately on different recording media.
SAFETY & LONG RECORDING
Compatible Memory Cards Type
*For more information please refer to the specification
sheet on the back of this brochure.
Memo r y S tick
PRO Du o TM
SD/S D HC/
SDXC
Memo r y
Card
Recording Time
HD MOVIE
SD MOVIE
AVC HD 28M (PS) AVC HD 24M (FX) AVC HD 17M (FH) AVC HD 9M (HQ) AVC HD 5M (LP)
Linear
PCM 2ch
1GB Memory Card 4 min 4 min 6 min 10 min 15 min
2GB Memory Card 8 min 10 min 10 min 20 min 35 min
4GB Memory Card 15 min 20 min 25 min 45 min 70 min
8GB Memory Card 35 min 40 min 55 min 90 min 145 min
16GB Memory Card 70 min 80 min 110 min 185 min 295 min
32GB Memory Card 145 min 170 min 225 min 375 min 590 min
HXR-FMU128 (128GB) [Optional] 600 min 700 min 940 min 1560 min 2460 min
Dolby
Digital 2ch
1GB Memory Card 4 min 5 min 7 min 10 min 20 min
2GB Memory Card 9 min 10 min 10 min 25 min 45 min
4GB Memory Card 15 min 20 min 30 min 50 min 90 min
8GB Memory Card 35 min 40 min 60 min 105 min 190 min
16GB Memory Card 75 min 90 min 120 min 215 min 380 min
32GB Memory Card 150 min 180 min 245 min 440 min 770 min
HXR-FMU128 (128GB) [Optional] 640 min 750 min 1030 min 1830 min 3200 min
SD 9M (HQ)
Dolby
Digital 2ch
1GB Memory Card 10 min
2GB Memory Card 25 min
4GB Memory Card 55 min
8GB Memory Card 110 min
16GB Memory Card 225 min
32GB Memory Card 460 min
HXR-FMU128 (128GB) [Optional] 1910 min
Note: Recording time may vary depending on recording conditions.

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NXCAM Recording Format
Like other NXCAM series cameras, the new NEX-FS100E uses the AVCHD recording
format to enable stable operation using the same NXCAM workflow. Better still, it's
ready to shoot with a maximum frame rate of 1920x1080/50p (28Mbps) for even
higher quality recording. For more flexibility, the MPEG-2 for SD recording format is
also possible.
HDMI Output with Embedded Time code for 4:2:2 Uncompressed Signal Output
When shooting, the NEX-FS100E provides HDMI 4:2:2 uncompressed output with an
embedded SMPTE Time code in order to record onto an external device which is
capable of higher bit-rate recording.
WORK FLOW
USB2.0
USB2.0
USB2.0
USB2.0 Log & Transfer
Edit on Final Cut Pro®
HDMI input*
(Using an interface board)
Video Switcher
or recorder with
HDMI input
HDMI with Time code
*Please contact the manufacturer for further detailed information
Memory Card
Memory Card
Memory Card
Reader
Memory Card
Reader
For Windows®users
For Final Cut Pro®Users
Use Content Management Utility Software to ingest
Use “Log & Transfer” and convert to ProRes422 to edit
Utilizing HDMI output
NEX-FS100E
NEX-FS100E
NEX-FS100E
HXR-FMU128
HXR-FMU128
Windows®PC
NLE software
*CMU might be necessary for the import to NLE software.
Computer
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Other Convenient Features
Location Simplification with GPS Technology
A built-in GPS function automatically records location information at the time of a
shoot to AVCHD files.The supplied Content Management Utility (CMU) Version 2.0
software can also be used together with map software.This enables easy confirmation
of exactly where footage was shot, which is particularly useful when shooting overseas.
Picture Profile™
Six picture profile settings for different shooting conditions are provided as default
settings. Selecting a picture profile for a particular scene offers an easy way to change
image quality.
Last Scene Review
Enables fast, one-touch confirmation of the last recorded scene without operating
multiple buttons.
Expanded Focus
Press a button and this enlarges the center of the displayed image by 2x, a
particularly useful feature when making critical focusing adjustments.
Histogram
Onscreen display of a histogram enables easier exposure adjustment.The histogram
also shows the point where the zebra pattern appears (the zebra point).This enables
confirmation of overall brightness distribution and the brightness level set with the
zebra function.As well as preventing overexposure, this is useful as a guide when
aiming for optimum exposure of certain parts of an image, such as faces.
Peaking
A peaking function draws a defined line around the subject displayed in the LCD
monitor and viewfinder. Peaking sensitivity and color (red, white, yellow) can be
selected to enable more precise focusing.
Markers
Center, aspect, safety zone, guide frame and other markers can be displayed
on the LCD.
Firmware Update
Sony has implemented a firmware update scheme for future functions.
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Sony Opens Up New Era of
Super 35mm Digital Production

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Available Accessories
AC-VQL1BP
AC Adaptor / Charger
VCT-SP1BP
Camcorder Support
2NP-F970/B
Rechargeable Battery Pack
HVL-LBPB
Battery Video Light
LPM-770BP
Portable Monitor
LCS-G1BP
Soft Carrying Case
LCS-BP1BP
Soft Carrying Case
VCT-SP2BP
Camcorder Support
HXR-FMU128
Flash Memory Unit
VCT-PG11RMB
Tripod with RM-1BP Remote
Controller
RM-1BP
Remote Commander
SF-32N4 (32 GB,16 GB, 8 GB, 4 GB, 2 GB)
SF-32NX (32 GB,16 GB, 8 GB)
SD / SDHC Memory Card
MS-HX32A (32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB)
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
MS-MT32G (32 GB,16 GB, 8 GB,4 GB,2 GB)
Memory Stick PRO Duo™

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General
Mass Body only Approx.1.04 kg (2 lb 4oz)
w/optional lens w/VF, w/ Battery (NP-F970),
w/large eyecup, w/handle, w/MIC (ECM-XM1),
w/grip, w/o gripbelt
Approx.2.76 kg (6 lb 1oz)
Dimension (W x H x D) Body only Approx. 126.5 x 101.5 x 193.5 mm ( 5 x 4 x 7 5/8 inch )
w/optional lens, w/VF, w/large eyecup, w/handle,
w/MIC (ECM-XM1), w/grip, w/o gripbelt
Approx.178 x 192 x 519.5mm (7 1/8 x 7 5/8 x 20 1/2 inch)
Power requirements Power Requirements (AC adaptor / Battery) 8.4V / 7.2V
Power consumption w/ ECM-XM1 and LCD with normal brightness 5.6W (w/ supplied lens)
*When Flash Memory Unit HXR-FMU128 is used, the average power consumption increases about 1.1W
Operating temperature 0 to +40 deg C (+32 to +104 deg F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60 deg C (-4 to +140 deg F)
Continuous Recording Time Continuous Recording Time Approx.510 min (NP-F970:fully charged batt.)
Recording format Video Format HD MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD format compatible (1080/50p original format)
STD MPEG-2 PS
Audio Format HD Linear PCM 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz / Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
STD Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
Recording frame rate* HD PS (28Mbps) 1920x1080/50p,HD FX (24Mbps) 1920x1080/50i,HD FH (17Mbps) 1920x1080/50i, HD HQ
(9Mbps) 1440x1080/50i,HD LP (5Mbps) 1440x1080/50i,HD FX (24Mbps) 1920x1080/25p,HD FH (17Mbps)
1920x1080/25p,HD FX (24Mbps) 1280x720/50p, HD FH (17Mbps) 1280x720/50p, SD/STD HQ (9Mbps)
720x576/50i
Recording/Playback time 170 min (2h 50m) with 32GB Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX at FX(24Mbps) Linear PCM 2ch recording
Lens (supplied with NEX-FS100EK)
Lens Mount E-mount
Model Name SEL18200
Product Name E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS
Equivalent 35mm-format focal length 16:9 28.8 - 320mm
4:3 36- 400mm
Zoom ratio 11.1x
Filter Diameter 67mm
Camera Section
Imaging device "Exmor" Super35 CMOS Sensor
Gross pixels Approx.3,530,000 pixels
Effective pixels of moving pictures in 16:9 Approx.3,370,000 pixels
Effective pixels of moving pictures in 4:3 Approx.2,530,000 pixels
Minimum illumination 0.28 lx (1/25 shutter,IRIS F1.4, Auto GAIN) **
Shutter speed Auto 50i/50p: 1/50-1/1750, 25p: 1/25-1/1750
Manual 1/3 - 1/10000
1/50 - 1/1750 (50i, 50p), 1/25 - 1/1750 (25p)
Slow & Quick Motion function Rec Format 1080/50p,1080/25p
Frame Rate 50fps, 25fps, 12fps, 6fps, 3fps, 2fps, 1fps
Shutter Speed 1/scan frame rate - 1/10000(Manual)
White balance Auto, Outdoor(5800K), indoor(3200K), One-push (Touch panel)
Inputs/Outputs
Audio input XLR 3-pin (female) (x 2),LINE/MIC/MIC +48 V selectable
Composite output RCA Type (x 1)
Audio output RCA type (CH-1,CH-2)
Component Video Output RCA Type (x 3) via Mini-D jack
USB USB device,mini-AB/Hi-Speed (x 1)
Headphone output Stereo mini jack (x 1) ø3.5mm
Remote Stereo mini-minijack (ø2.5mm)
HDMI output HDMI connector (x 1)
Built-in LCD monitor 3.5 inch-type,XtraFine LCD,approx. 921,600 dots(1920 x 480), 16:9 aspect ratio
Recording Media
Type Memory Stick PRO Duo(Mark2), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card***
Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor/Charger (AC-VL1),Rechargeable Battery Pack
(NP-F770), Connecting cord (DK-415), Microphone (ECM-XM1),
Remote Commander (RMT-845), Component video cable,
A/V connecting cable,USB cable, USB Adaptor Cable
(VMC-UAM1),Large eyecup,Lens (SEL18200), Lens hood with
lens cover,Accessory shoe kit, Lithium Battery (CR2025),Clock
Lithium (Installed),Application Software (CD-ROM) (CMU2.0)
Specifications Dimensions
126.5 (5)101.5 (4)
193.5 (7 5/8)
126.5 (5)
178 (7 1/8)
164.5 (6 1/2)
292 (11 1/2)
519.5 (20 1/2)
192 (7 5/8)
Unit: mm (inches)
* Due to variable bitrate,28Mbps is the maximum bitrate for HD PS mode,and 24Mbps for HD FX mode.The average bitrate is stated for FH, HQ and LP modes.
** 1.5 lx (w/ supplied lens: auto gain, auto iris, 1/25 shutter speed)
*** Class 4 or higher
HXR-FMU128Body only
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