Sony NXCAM NEX-EA50UH User manual

Sony Expands the NXCAM Line with a Versatile and
Affordable Interchangeable Lens Camcorder
The new NEX-EA50UH camcorder offers creative, high-quality images for a range of applications
and features of a large-format sensor, E-mount lens system, and a stylish new design.
Sony’s NEX-EA50UH is the latest addition to the NXCAM line of professional video products.This versatile new
camcorder offers the ultimate flexibility in lens selection thanks to its interchangeable E-mount lens system,
while the large-format Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor affords creative freedom when shooting Full HD video and
high-quality still photos.The stylish new design means that professionals can shoot in a way that suits them best,
by allowing quick switches between handheld and shoulder configuration without the need for additional
accessories.
NEX-EA50UH
New Style Large Format Sensor NXCAM®Camcorder

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Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
The Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor produces high-quality, creative video images
with low noise and high sensitivity in low-light conditions, and enables 1080
progressive and interlace recording with 60/50 Hz selection (50p/25p/50i or
60p/30p/24p/60i*).
* 60p/i means 59.94p/i. 30p and 24p mean 29.97p and 23.98p, respectively.
(Simulated images)
APS-C
4/3”
2/3”
1/2”
28.2 mm
23.5 mm
15.6 mm
13.0 mm
21.6 mm
11.0 mm
8.8 mm
17.3 mm 6.4 mm
4.8 mm
7.9 mm
6.6 mm
Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor “APS-C”
Total pixels Approx. 16.7M
Effective pixels in moving shooting (16:9) Approx. 13.6M
Effective pixels in still picture shooting (16:9) Approx. 13.6M
Effective pixels in still picture shooting (3:2) Approx. 16.1M
LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor-compatible
The NEX-EA50UH can attach an A-mount lens via the
optional LA-EA2 A-mount-to-E-mount adaptor. Thanks to
Translucent Mirror Technology in the LA-EA2, auto focus
and one-push auto iris functions are available during
motion picture shooting with most A-mount lenses*.
* •TheapertureissettoF3.5whenyourecordmovieswithauto-focusing.
When you are using a lens with an F3.5 or smaller F-stop, the aperture is
set to the maximum F-stop of the lens.
 •Theiriswillnotadjustautomaticallyinmoviemode.
Optional Mount Adaptor LA-EA2 (sold separately)
Translucent Mirror Technology
Translucent Mirror Technology delivers responsive auto focus
with A-mount lenses.
Translucent mirror
An innovative translucent mirror simultaneously and
continuously transmits light from the lens to both the
CMOS image sensor and AF sensor.
AF sensor
Light from the mirror is continuously transmitted to
the precision TTL phase detection AF sensor for
instantfocuslock-on,evenwithfast-movingsubjects.
LA-EA2 mount
adaptor
Third-party adaptor
A-mount lenses
E-mount lenses
E-Mount Interchangeable Lens System
NEX-EA50UH
E-Mount Interchangeable Lens System
The NEX-EA50UH incorporates the Sony E-mount
interchangeable lens system, which enables auto focus,
auto exposure, and stabilization during video shooting.
With its short flange back distance, it is possible to attach
not only established A-mount lenses via the optional
LA-EA2 lens mount adapter, but also an unrivalled
choice of other-brand lenses using third-party adapters.
Still Picture Shooting
The Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor also captures 16.0 megapixel still
pictures with high picture quality. Moreover, the NEX-EA50UH has a
built-in mechanical shutter to deliver high-speed shutter while
capturing still pictures.
Features
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Variable Shooting Styles
The unique design of the NEX-EA50UH further adds to the camcorder’s versatility.
When the shoulder pad is extended, it enables the user to balance the camcorder
on their shoulder giving added stability for long-duration shooting. Alternatively,
when the shoulder pad is returned to the original position, the camcorder
becomes compact enough to use in various handheld styles, allowing the user
to capture a variety of shots where space is limited.
Power Zoom Lens
The NEX-EA50UH camcorder comes with the newly developed SELP18200 18-200
mm 11X powered-zoom lens (F3.5-6.3). It features auto focus, continuous variable
iris, and Optical SteadyShot®image stabilization with Active Mode, making it
ideal for shooting moving images. It is electronically controlled by the zoom
rocker lever on the camcorder grip and the camera handle, and also controlled
by the RM-1BP Remote Commander®(optional accessory). Film-makers can
achieve a constant zoom speed and smooth slow zoom, both of which can be
difficult to accomplish with manual zoom lenses.
Digital Zoom Function
Thanks to the NEX-EA50UH’s 16.0 megapixel sensor it is possible to perform 2x
digital zoom without perceivable degradation, using fixed high quality digital
zoom function, ensuring you never miss a shot in fast-paced environments. Up to
2X electric zoom with smooth variable speed can be conveniently controlled via
a zoom rocker lever located on the camcorder grip and the camera handle,
and also controlled by the RM-1BP Remote Commander (optional accessory).
Zoom Rocker
Zoom Rocker
SELP18200
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Accessory Shoe
The new Multi Interface Shoe is equipped on the camera handle, providing compatibility with an external flash (sold
separately) such as the HVL-F60M, while drawing power from the camcorder. It’s also compatible with Sony’s accessories
that use the standard ISO 518 accessory shoe. In addition, there are 1/4 inch screw holes both on the handle and at the
bottom of the body for mounting various peripheral devices. Moreover, there are two 1/4 inch screw holes on the shoulder
pad for attaching a counter balance and other accessories.
1/4 inch screw hole/Cold Shoe
Multi Interface Shoe 1/4 inch screw holes
Features
HVL-F60M
External Flash
Direct Keys and Assignable Control Buttons
Gain,whitebalance,andshutterspeedadjustmentcanbeeasilyaccessed
via externally mounted direct buttons.
Control Panel (top)Control Panel (side)
XLR Audio Inputs with Selectable Phantom Power, Enabling
High-quality Linear PCM Recording
Two balanced XLR audio inputs are built in with phantom power and attenuation
options that professional users require for clear sound quality. The NEX-EA50UH is
also ready to record high-quality 48 KHz/16-bit Linear PCM audio.
Remote jack
HDMI OutputXLR InputAudio Control
RCA-pin type video composite
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World Cam Switchable 50-Hz and 60-Hz Shooting
The NEX-EA50UH is switchable between 50 Hz and 60 Hz to
allow 24p shooting in PAL areas, and to ensure no PAL/NTSC
limitations.
The table below shows the available recording frame rates.
Selectable Magnification and Positioning of
Expanded Focus
The camcorder has expanded focus improvement which
allows for 4x and 8x magnification and provides a
moveable area of expansion for easy focusing with shallow
depth of field.
Face Detection in Auto Focus
In auto focus mode, the face detection function is useful for
getting sharp focus continuously. When there are several
faces in the same frame, you can set which face is the
priority to keep in sharp focus.
Camera Profile Settings Storage on Memory
Card
Up to 99 camera profile settings can be stored, allowing
rapid adaptation to multiple shooting environments without
timewastedonadjustingparameters.Settingsarealso
easily shared in multi-camera productions.
Marker Indication
Several types of marker help with shooting. Center, aspect
ratio, safety zone, guide frame, and other markers can be
displayed on the LCD.
For aspect ratio indication, seven types of ratio marker are
available. Moreover, you can select the units of measure:
feet or meter, dB or ISO, and – for shutter speed – degree or
second.
Geotagging with Built-in GPS Receiver
A built-in GPS receiver makes the NEX-EA50UH an ideal
choice for professional videographers. The receiver gives
you the ability to “tag” your shooting locations as a future
reference. This is useful if you need to return to the same
location or to create a log of areas covered when surveying
remote locations.
Additionally,thereceiverautomaticallyadjustsyour
camcorder’s clock to the proper time zone when
international travel is part of your assignment. Your
locations can be tracked on Google Maps™* and all GPS
data can be extracted with Content Browser, which is
supplied PC software.
Shooting Support Functions
Convenient Features for Content Creation
Recording Frame rate
HD PS (28 Mbps) 1920 x 1080/60p, 50p
FX (24 Mbps) 1920 x 1080/60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p 1280 x 720/60p, 50p
FH (17 Mbps) 1920 x 1080/60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p 1280 x 720/60p, 50p
HQ (9 Mbps) 1440 x 1080/60i, 50i
LP (5 Mbps) 1440 x 1080/60i, 50i
SD HQ (9 Mbps) 720 x 480/60i, 720 x 576/50i
*Recording media formatted or recorded at 60i (50i) cannot be recorded or
played back at 50i (60i), and vice versa.
Focus Transition
When using an E-mount lens, a focus transition function is available. The camcorder can memorize two focusing positions
by assigning setting buttons to each. After the two focusing positions have been set, push the executing button and a
smooth focus transition is realized automatically. You can also set the start time and transition duration time.
Focus Transition Setting:
1: Set focus point as Apoint to
ASSIGN button
2: Set focus point as Bpoint to
ASSIGN button
3: Once two focus points are set,
the focus point moves between
the two points when pushing the
ASSIGN buttons, according to
your preset time duration.
* Map service requires PC with internet.
ServiceprovidedbyGoogleandsubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
(Simulated images)
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Mirroring Memory Stick®Media
(MS-PX64/32/16)* Optional, sold separately
The NEX-EA50UH is compatible with the new memory stick
which features a mirroring function. This enables the card to
deliver high reliability and data security through a dual-
recording (mirroring) function. In
addition, there is a secure access
feature which reduces the risk of
important content being accessed by
unauthorized users.
For details, please see
www.sony.net/Products/memorycard
Safe, Long-duration Recording in a One-piece Body
Hybrid Recording
Recording directly to the optional HXR-FMU128 Flash Memory unit allows continuous recording for approximately 10 hours
without changing the recording media. Simultaneous recording using a memory card and the HXR-FMU128 is also possible
for secure backup when shooting footage that cannot be re-taken.
Note: HD footage and SD footage cannot be recorded separately on different recording media.
Compatible Memory Cards
*For more information, please refer to the specification sheet
at the back of this brochure.
Memory Stick
PRO DuoTM
SD/SDHC/
SDXC
Memory
Card
Not accessible
without entering
password
Not accessible
Dual recording
Double enregistrement
Always accessible from a compatible NXCAM
Not accessible
Accessible by
entering password
HD MOVIE
Linear PCM 2ch (Unit:min)
HD 28M (PS) HD 24M (FX) HD 17M (FH) HD 9M (HQ) HD 5M (LP)
1-GB Memory Card 3 (3) 4 (4) 6 (6) 9 (7) 15 (10)
2-GB Memory Card 8 (8) 9 (9) 10 (10) 20 (15) 30 (30)
4-GB Memory Card 15 (15) 20 (20) 25 (25) 45 (35) 70 (60)
8-GB Memory Card 35 (35) 40 (40) 55 (55) 90 (70) 145 (125)
16-GB Memory Card 70 (70) 80 (80) 110 (110) 185 (145) 295 (250)
32-GB Memory Card 145 (145) 170 (170) 225 (225) 375 (290) 590 (510)
64-GB Memory Card 290 (290) 340 (340) 450 (450) 750 (590) 1190 (1025)
Internal Memory (*** GB) -----
Flash Memory Unit (128 GB)
[Optional]
600 (600) 705 (705) 940 (940) 1560 (1225) 2465 (2125)
* The maximum continuous recordable time
of movies is about 13 hours.
The number in ( ) is the minimum
recordable time.
SD/STD MOVIE
Dolby Digital 2ch (Unit:min)
SD/STD 9M
(HQ)
1-GB Memory Card 10 (10)
2-GB Memory Card 25 (25)
4-GB Memory Card 55 (50)
8-GB Memory Card 110 (100)
16-GB Memory Card 225 (210)
32-GB Memory Card 460 (420)
64-GB Memory Card 920 (845)
Internal Memory (*** GB) -
Flash Memory Unit (128 GB) 1910 (1755)
HD MOVIE
Dolby®Digital 2ch (Unit:min)
HD 28M (PS) HD 24M (FX) HD 17M (FH) HD 9M (HQ) HD 5M (LP)
1-GB Memory Card 4 (4) 4 (4) 6 (6) 10 (8) 20 (15)
2-GB Memory Card 9 (9) 10 (10) 10 (10) 25 (15) 45 (35)
4-GB Memory Card 15 (15) 20 (20) 25 (30) 50 (40) 90 (75)
8-GB Memory Card 35 (35) 40 (40) 60 (60) 105 (80) 185 (155)
16-GB Memory Card 75 (75) 90 (90) 120 (120) 215 (165) 380 (310)
32-GB Memory Card 150 (150) 180 (180) 245 (245) 440 (330) 770 (630)
64-GB Memory Card 305 (305) 360 (360) 495 (495) 880 (665) 1545 (1260)
Internal Memory (*** GB) -----
Flash Memory Unit (128 GB) 640 (640) 750 (750) 1030 (1030) 1830 (1385) 3205 (2620) Rec Button Set Function
Independent recording
control can be set for
simultaneous recording
on a memory card and
the optional HXR-FMU128
Flash Memory Unit by
assigning recording
media control to two
separate START/STOP buttons on the NEX-EA50UH. When
simultaneously recording an AVCHD movie on both a
memory card and flash memory unit*, the user can start and
stop recording on these media at different times, simply by
operating the START/STOP buttons on the camcorder or on its
handle.This is very useful, for example, when recording
selected scenes to a media card while also achieving long-
duration backup recording to the flash memory unit.
* HD mode only. Not available in DV mode or SD mode.
START/STOP button
REC STOP
HXR-FMU128
Flash Memory Unit
Full Backup
RECSTOP
REC STOP
Mirroring Memory Stick™
Selected Scene Rec
Handle START/STOP button
Handle START/STOP
button
START/STOP
button
SD/DV MOVIE
Linear PCM 2ch (Unit:min)
SD/DV 25M
1-GB Memory Card 3
2-GB Memory Card 8
4-GB Memory Card 15
8-GB Memory Card 30
16-GB Memory Card 70
32-GB Memory Card 140
64-GB Memory Card 280
Flash Memory Unit (128 GB) 585

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Sony Server
Activation
Web download
or
Content Browser
Activation Code
xxxxxxxxxx
Content Browser
Activation Code
xxxxxxxxxx
Content Browser*
Content Browser supports clip management for all kinds of
format recorded by the camcorder. In the NEX-EA50UH, one
activation serial number is included per camera.
* As NLE software directly recognizes the AVCHD recording folder, copying the
entire folder structure is recommended in the AVCHD format instead of using
Content Browser.
DV Memory Recording Workflow
Content Browser 2.0.1 or later supports NEX-EA50UH DV
recording. It can recognize the camcorder’s DV recording
folder structure, and can copy clips from memory media to
a PC or Mac hard disk drive (HDD). When copying clips to
the HDD, Content Browser converts the NEX-EA50UH’s DV
recording folder into an XDCAM EX DV-AVI folder.
After copying to the HDD, Content Browser can convert DV
clips into MXF files or MOV files* (without re-encoding).
During the conversion process, divided 2-GB files are
combined.
* The MOV conversion function is available with the Content Browser Mac OS
edition only.
MOV
NEX-EA50UH DV recording folder
AVF_INFO
AVCHD
ROOT
DVF
100DVF
DV000101.AVI
DV000102.AVI
•
•
•
DV0001.BCI
DV0001.THM
101DVF
XDCAM EX™ DV-AVI recording folder
Any
folder
TAKR
CLPR
NXCAM_0001_01.AVI
NXCAM_0001_02.AVI
•
•
•
Convert MXF or MOV
BPAV
Copy to PC or Mac and Convert folder structure
Editing Workflow
NXCAM Recording Format
Like other NXCAM Series camcorders, the NEX-EA50UH uses the AVCHD™ format to enable
stable operation using the same NXCAM workflow. AVCHD version 2.0 includes shooting
footage with a maximum frame rate of 1920 x 1080/60p (28 Mbps) for even higher-quality
recording. For more flexibility, the MPEG-2 for SD recording format is also available.
In addition, since timecode is embedded in the HDMI, simultaneous recording is achieved
in the AVCHD format using the HDMI Recorder, which enables high bit rate recording.
USB2.0
USB2.0 Edit on NLE software
Memory Card Memory Card
Reader
For NLE users
How to ingest to editing software Utilizing HDMI output
HXR-FMU128
NEX-EA50UH
NEX-EA50UH
HDMI with Timecode
Video switcher
or recorder with HDMI input

Specifications
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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Featuresandspecificationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
Weights and measurements are approximate.
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Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, XtraFine, Picture Profile, XDCAM, NXCAM,
Remote Commander and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony.
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Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
SD, SDHC and SDXC logs are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
Google Maps is a trademark of Google Inc.
All other trademarks are the trademarks of their respective owners.
Dimensions
Supplied Accessories
ACC -L1BP
AC Adaptor/Charger/Battery
Kit
2NP-F970/B
Rechargeable Battery Pack
HVL-LBPB
Battery Video Light
VCT-SP2BP
Camcorder Support
HXR- FMU128
Flash Memory Unit
VCT-PG11RMB
Tripod with RM-1BP Remote
Controller
RM -1BP
Remote Commander Unit
SF-32UX
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB)
SD/SDHC Memory Card
MS-PX64
(64 GB, 32 GB, 16 GB)
Memory Stick PRO-HD Duo™
Mirroring Memory Stick media
MS-HX32B
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB)
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
Media
Available Accessories
NEX-EA50UH
Camera
Imager Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
Number of pixels Total pixels approx. 16.7M
Effective pixels in movie shooting (16:9) approx.13.6M
Effective pixels in still picture shooting (16:9) approx.13.6M, (3:2) approx. 16.1M
Color temperature AUTO,ONE PUSH AB, INDOOR (3200K), OUTDOOR (5600K±7 positions)
MANU WB TEMP (2300K ~ 15000K, 100K step)
Zoom lens (supplied)
SELP18200 E-mount Lens Approx.11× zoom (Optical)
f=18–200 mm, 35 mm equivalent 29 ~ 322 mm (16:9), 27 ~ 300 mm (3:2) F3.5 ~ 6.3
Filter diameter 67 mm Optical Steady Shot installed, Powered zoom
Camera system
Recording format
Video recording format HD MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD ver2.0,SD MPEG-2 PS,DV (CBR 25Mbps)
Audio recording format Linear PCM 2ch (48 kHz 16-bit) (in HD), Dolby Digital 2ch (48 kHz 16-bit)
Recording mode (Recording bit rate is the total of video and audio)
HD PS max. 28 Mbps, 1920 × 1080/60p, 50p,16:9
FX max. 24 Mbps, 1920 × 1080/60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p, 16:9, 1280 × 720/60p, 50p, 16:9
FH approx. 17 Mbps (ave), 1920 × 1080/60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p, 16:9, 1280 × 720/60p, 50p, 16:9
HQ approx.9 Mbps (ave), 1440 × 1080/60i, 50i, 16:9
LP approx.5 Mbps (ave), 1440 × 1080/60i, 50i, 16:9
SD HQ approx.9 Mbps (ave), 720 × 480/60i, 720 x 576/50i, 16:9, 4:3
DV approx. 25 Mbps, 720 × 480/60i,720 x 576/50i, 16:9, 4:3
Recording media Flash Memory Unit (HXR-FMU128), MS PRO Duo (Mark2 only), MS PRO-HG Duo, MS PRO-XC Duo
SD/SDHC/SDXC Class 4 and higher
Input/output
Memory card slot MS PRO Duo,SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible ×1
HDMI OUT HDMI connector (type A) ×1
COMPONENTOUT RCA Pin ×3
VIDEO OUT RCA Pin ×1
AUDIO OUT RCA Pin ×2
Headphone jack Stereo mini jack (ø3.5 mm) ×1
USB jack Mini-AB ×1
INPUT 1/INPUT 2 XLR 3-pin (Female) ×2
Remote Stereo mini-mini jack (ø2.5 mm) ×1
External MIC ECM-XM1 (supplied)
Internal MIC Built-In Stereo Microphone
Speaker 18ø Dynamic Speaker
LCD screen
Screen size 8.8 cm (3.5Type) WIDE (16:9)
Total dots (H × W) Approx..921,600 dots (1920 × 480)
General
Power supply DC7.2 V (Battery Pack),DC8.4 V (AC-DC Adapter)
Power consumption 5.4 W (w/ SELP18200 Lens)
Operating temperature 32°F ~ 104°F (0°C ~ 40°C)
Storage temperature −4°F ~ +140°F (−20 ~ +60°C)
Battery operating time
(Continuous Recording Time)
360 min (NP-F770),
540min (NP-F970, Optional)
Dimensions (W × H × D) (w/ SELP18200) 5.61 × 8 × 16.9 inches (142.5 mm × 203 mm × 429.5 mm) (including protrusions)
Body weight 3 lb 12.7 oz (1720 g)
Total weight in recording 6 lb 15.5 oz / 3160 g (Weight including SELP18200,Battery [NP-F770],VF w/ large eyecup,ECM-XM1)
Supplied accessories
AC Adaptor (AC-VL1),Rechargeable Battery (NP-F770),Connecting cord (DK-415),Microphone (EXM-XM1), Remote Commander (RMT-845),
Lithium Battery (CR2025),A/V connecting cable, USB cable, USB Adapter Cable (VMC-UAM1),Large LCD View Finder,Large eyecup,Lens (SELP18200),
Lens cap & Lens hood, Body cap,Accessory shoe kit, Content Browser (CD-ROM),Manuals (CD-ROM)
10 (251.5)
8 1/4 (207.5)
8 (203.0)
11 1/4 (285.5)
17 (428.5)
Unit: inches (mm)
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