SONY HXC-FZ90 4K Upgradable Portable Camera Owner’s Manual

SONY HXC-FZ90 4K Upgradable Portable Camera

A flexible studio camera for today’s live productions and a high-resolution future with 4K Upgradable
Sony introduces an ideal solution for high performance studio camera that easily upgraded to 4K with software option, delivering efficient operation and expanding applications in the business and industry market in addition to the content creation applications. The new HXC-FZ90 4K upgradable portable Camara equipped with 2/3-inch 4K CMOS sensor to provide high sensitivity of F10 (at 59.94Hz) or F11 (at 50Hz) and low noise as -62dB(HD). The HXC-FZ90 is capable in 4K /50P and 59.94P signal processing. Furthermore, HXC-FZ90 offers 4K/HD HDR support (HLG/S-Log3)

Specific features make live operations easier, from focus assists to headset intercom. Total Level Control System (TLCS) provides easy automatic control of Iris, Gain and Shutter. With NETWORK TRUNK, it is possible to control and operate devices such as PTZ camera, as well as giving you high-speed data transmission between the camera and its CCU for remote operation.

Sony’s 2/3-Inch 4K CMOS Sensor
Incorporating 2/3-inch 4K CMOS sensor, delivering especially crisp, rich HD coverage by over sampling from 4K capturing. the HXC-FZ90 offers stunning picture quality and high sensitivity and low noise. These features enhance shooting in a low light environment.

Future-Proof 4K Upgradable and HDR Support
Invest less now by starting with HD shooting, then upgrade by software option to 4K camera later without any hardware changes. Ideally suited to 4K HDR productions and adaptable to the look you need. Embracing wide color BT.2020 and SR Live Support for HDR(HLG/S-Log3)

Upgrade software:
HZC-UHD9
HZC-UHD9M (Monthly license)
HZC-UHD9W (Weekly license)

12G SDI Platform Capable of 4K/50p and 60p
Handle 4K output directly from the camera*, via 12G SDI connection, for stand- alone use. Moreover, it enables to operate wirelessly and record directly, with the 3rd party accessories.

HD Video Trunk and HD Prompter
With the HD Trunk function, in addition to the HD 50i/59.94i video signal being shot with the HXC-FZ90, another video signal such from PTZ HD camera signal input to the SDI terminal of this unit can be simultaneously transmitted to the CCU via optical fiber cable.

Model Variations

HXC-FZ90 Camera
HXC-FZ90HN / HXC-FZ90HL Body Only
HXC-FZ90SN / HXC-FZ90SL Body + Lens + Large Viewfinder

HXCU-FZ90 CCU
HXCU-FZ90N / HXCU-FZ90L

High Quality HD Picture by Over-sampling from 4K Imager
By oversampling all the pixels of the 4K imager, HD video quality with high resolution is achieved. Even in Full HD shooting mode, 4K(3840×2160) resolution on 2/3-inch CMOS sensor is all read out and by signal processing called “Over-Sampling” reducing to full HD(1920×1080) resolution. Resulting in images with even better picture than normal Full HD’s pixel read out video.

Longer Cable Extension and Choice of Fiber Interface
Using a hybrid cable with a power supply, the distance between the camera head and CCU can be extended up to 300 m. In addition to the Neutrik connector interface, a LEMO connector interface is also available for the camera head and CCU.

Long-Distance Transmission with Single-Mode Fiber Cable
When you connect using a single-mode fiber (SMF) cable, and provided there is a local power supply, transmission can extend up to 10 km. In many facilities, SMF is already laid as part of the infrastructure, allowing you to install the camera system quickly and easily.

Total Level Control System (TLCS)
The TLCS function provides automatic control of GAIN/IRIS/SHUTTER, and is a highly effective tool to cope with changing lighting conditions for surveilance use. It helps to achieve the shooting image with required picture level.

ARIA: Automatic Restoration of illumination attenuation
F drop and peripheral light loss are unwanted physical phenomena especially in long-distance object shooting.
With ARIA function, the impact on picture appearance is automatically compensated for by processing inside the camera for the supported lens*¹. This means that content quality remains high, even in tough shooting conditions.

ALAC-2: Auto Lens Aberration Compensation
Auto Lens Aberration Compensation-(ALAC) can optimize lens performance to provide better picture quality by Horizontal & Vertical 2-axis compensation. This function is based on the compensation data in the lens, therefore lens has to be corresponded.

Digital Extender
Digital extender takes advantage of the 4K image sensor for x2 magnify that delivers a Full HD image and x4 magnify with no brightness degradation Rely on the high sensitivity needed for darker environments, without worrying about image noise.

Focus Assist Functions
The VF Detail function adds dedicated image-enhancing edge signals directly to the viewfinder, helping you to recognize a focusing point. The Focus Position Meter and Focus Assist Indicator function that the swing of the indicator can be used as guide to easily determine the focus point. Marker can be placed for quick and accurate focus position change.

NETWORK TRUNK
Ethernet communication is supported between an external camera connected to the NETWORK TRUNK connector of the unit and an external device connected to the NETWORK TRUNK connector of the HXCU-FZ90 Camera Control Unit.

Simple Intercom with earphone terminal
Besides the conventional XLR type intercom system, a commercially available earphone with mic (4-pole plug type) can be utilized to input and output the intercom audio signal.

Pure Progressive 60.00Hz out for OTT
The HXC-FZ90 has been expanded in format with Pure Progressive format, on top of HD PsF. This suits use in e-sports and OTT, where the market is expected to grow further in the future, on top of the broadcasting station business.

Variety of Picture Adjustment Functions

Skin-tone detail
This function allows adjustment (emphasis or suppression) of the detail level for a specific hue or chroma area in the image, such as human skin tones. Three channels of skin tone gate can be set. With this you are able to create the appropriate natural skin tone in a wide range, depending on shooting object conditions.

Adaptive-matrix function
This enables ideal color conversion for shooting even under excessively strong ambient lighting conditions such as live shooting under bright monochromatic blue light. These conditions would typically cause a conventional matrix function to exceed the colour conversion range.

AUTO KNEE function
Against a very bright background with the iris opening adjusted for the subject, objects in the background will be lost in the glare. The AUTO KNEE function suppresses areas of high brightness automatically to reproduce the background more clearly.

Connecting to HXCU-FZ90

Enhanced HXCU-FZ90 Camera Control Unit
– Expandable operability and connectivity
Sony’s HXCU-FZ90 is camera control units (CCUs) that perform signal processing, provide an interface to external equipment, and supply power to the camera.
Even without RCP, Operate basic setting of the camera from the front panel of CCU with IRIS and PAINT control with ease. Model variations are available with different types of connectors to the camera system: a Neutrik connector for a hybrid fiber cable or single mode fiber (SMF) cable, and a LEMO connector.

Long-Distance Cable Extension
There are different types of extension cable connection. For fiber cable connection, you can use single-mode fiber or hybrid fiber.
These cables can be combined with the HXCE-FZ90 Power Supply Extension Unit.

HXCE-FZ90: Power Supply Extension Unit
The HXCE-FZ90 is very useful for building a flexible system. You can combine Sony’s CCFN hybrid cable and single mode fiber cable in order to maintain cable wiring durability over a long distance.
The HXCE-FZ90 has the same power supply capability as the HXCU-FZ90, and can pass all signals through either a single-mode optical fiber cable or a hybrid fiber cable.

Remote Control

WEB-RCP Operation
WEB-RCP is a software-based camera remote control, as an application of CNA-2.
It can operate up to twelve camera system units simultaneously via a LAN connection. In combination with the RCP-3500 Series Remote Control Unit, the WEB-RCP can control each camera system individually.

Variety of Remote Control
A variety of remote control units are available including the RCP-3500 Series, RCP-3100, RCP-1000 Series and RM-B170 as well as the WEB-RCP Remote Control Software.

Multi-Camera System (MCS)
Using Sony’s MSU-3500 or MSU-3000 master setup unit, HXC-FZ90 and other camera system units can be controlled via a LAN cable.

HXC-FZ90 / HXCU-FZ90 Interfaces

Specifications

General

| Power Consumption| Approx.56W (Camera body only)
Operating Temperature| -10°C to +45°C

14°F to +113°F

Storage Temperature| -20°C to +60°C

-4°F to +140°F

Dimensions (W x H x D) *1| (Body) 160 x 266 x 326 mm
(Body) 6 3/8 x 10 1/2 x 12 53/64 inches

Mass

| (Body) Approx. 3.8 kg
(Body) Approx. 8 lb 6 oz

Camera Section

| Pickup Device| 2/3-inch type 4K CMOS
Effective Picture Elements| 3840 x 2160 (H x V)

Signal Format

| 4K 2160 : 59.94p, 50p, 60p, 30p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p

HD 1080: 59.94p, 59.94i, 50p, 50i, 60p, 29.97PsF, 25PsF, 24PsF , 23.98PsF, HD 720 : 59.94p, 50p SD 59.94i, 50i

Lens Mount| B4 Mount Lens
Built-in Filters| CC: Electrical

ND: 1; CLEAR, 2; 1/4ND, 3; 1/16ND, 4; 1/64ND

Sensitivity| F10 (59.94 Hz), F11 (50 Hz)
Signal-to-noise Ratio| -62dB
Horizontal Resolution| 2,000 TV lines
Gain| –6, –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12
Shutier Speed| 1/100, 1/150, 1/200, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
Shutter Speed (Slow Shutter (SLS))| support

Input/Output

| Audio Input (CH1)| XLR type: 3-pin, female (x1)

Audio Input (CH2)

| XLR type: 3-pin, female (x1)

MIC IN: -60dBu (Up to -20dBu can be set by using menu or HXCU-FZ90), balanced LINE IN: 0dBu, balanced

Prompter/Genlock| BNC (x1); 1Vp-p, 75Ω
SDI Input/Output| BNC (x1)
SDI Output| BNC (x1)

CCU

| HXC-FZ90HN: Optical Fiber (x1), CCFN Cable or Single Mode Fiber Cable (LC type) HXC-FZ90HL: Optical Fiber (x1), Lemo Cable
Distance of Power Supply| 300m with optical fiber composite cable
Distance of Fiber Cable| 300m（optical fiber composite cable）、10km（Single mode Fiber with HXCE）
Intercom| XLR type: 5-pin, female (x1)
Earphone Output| 4pole stereo mini jack (x1)
Lens| 12-pin (x1)
Viewfinder| 20-pin (1), for HDVF only
Remote| 8-pin (x1)
TRUNK Input/Output| TRUNK LINE Remote 8pin : RS-422A
EXT Input/Output| DC-OUT 2pin
USB| USB 2.0 (x1)
DC Input| XLR-type 4-pin (x1), DC 10.5 V to 17 V
DC Output| 4-pin (x1), DC 10.5 V to 17 V

Lens (Spackage)

| Lens Mount|  | 2/3-inch type Sony Bayonet
Focal Length|  | 8.2mm (11/32 inches) to 164mm (6 1/2 inches)
Zoom|  | Servo/Manual selectable
Zoom Ratio|  | 20 x
Maximum Relative Aperture|  | 01:01.9
Iris|  | Auto/Manual selectable F1.9 to F16 and C (Close)
Focus|  | Full manual focus 900 mm to ∞ (MACRO OFF) 10 mm to ∞

(MACRO ON, Wide)

Filter Thread|  | M82 mm, pitch 0.75 mm
Macro|  | On/Off switchable

Supplied Accessories

|

Supplied Accessories

|  | 7 inch Large Viewfinder (1) Viewfinder Operation Guide (1)

Viewfinder Operation Manual (CD-ROM 1), GB, CS 2/3-inch type HD Portable Lens (1)

V-shoe (1)

Viewfinder Hood (1) Viewfinder Cable 20pin (1) Tally Number Plate (0~9)

Camera Operation Guide (1)

Operating Instructions (CD-ROM 1), JP, GB, FR, DE, IT, ES, CS Lens Mount Cap (1)

Flange back adjustment chart (1) Cable clamp belt (1) Warranty booklet (1)

General

| Power Requirements| AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Operating Temperature

| 5°C to +40°C
41°F to +104°F

Storage Temperature

| -20°C to +60°C
-4°F to +140°F
Dimensions (W x H x D)*1 (W: without Rack Mounting Bracket)|

482 (424) x 66 x 366 mm

19 (16 3/4) x 2 5/8 x 14 1/2 inches

Mass

| Approx. 5.9 kg
Approx. 13 lb
Signal Format| 4K 2160 : 59.94p, 50p (2SI, SQD, Level-A/B) HD 1080: 59.94p, 59.94i, 50p, 50i,

29.97PsF, 25PsF, 23.98PsF, HD 720 : 59.94p, 50p SD 480 : 59.94i, 576: 50i

Input/Output

| Camera| HXCU-FZ90N: Optical Fiber (x1), CCFN Cable or Single Mode Fiber Cable (LC type)

HXCU-FZ90L:Optical Fiber (x1), Lemo Cable

Distance of Power Supply| 300m
Distance of Fiber Cable by

Local Power Supply

| 10km (max.) by Single Mode Fiber Cable (LC type) (with HXC-FZ90)
Intercom (on the front

panel)

| EARPHONE： 4-pole mini jack

Intercom/Tally/Program

| D-sub 25-pin, female (x1)
• INTERCOM (PROD, ENG), 4Wire/RTS: 0 dBu, Clear-Com:-14dBu
• PGM
• TALLY (R, G)
• PREVIEW OUT
Remote| 8-pin (x1)
Trunk| 12-pin(x1)
LAN COM| RJ-45 8-pin
NETWORK TRUNK| RJ-45 8-pin
Reference| BNC (x2), In: HD: SMPTE 274M, Tri-Level Sync, 0.6 Vp-p, 75 Ω SD: Black Burst (NTSC:

0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω / PAL: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 Ω)

Prompter| BNC (x2), In: VBS, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, 1 system, Out: Loop-Through

SDI I/O 1 ～ 4

| 3G/HD/SD SDI I/O BNC (x4)

3G SDI：SMPTE ST424/425 Level-A/B、

0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、2.970 Gbps/2.967 Gbps HD SDI：SMPTE ST292、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

1.485 Gbps/1.4835 Gbps

SD SDI：SMPTE ST259、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

270 Mbps

3G SDI/HD SDI/SD SDI

Input| AC In| (x1), AC 100 V to 240 V

Output

|

SDI Out 1,2

| 3G/HD/SD SDI OUTPUT BNC (x4)

3G SDI：SMPTE ST424/425 Level-A/B、

0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、2.970 Gbps/2.967 Gbps HD SDI：SMPTE ST292、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

1.485 Gbps/1.4835 Gbps

SD SDI：SMPTE ST259、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

270 Mbps

3G SDI/HD SDI/SD SDI

UHD Out 1,2

| 12G/6G/3G/HD SDI OUTPUT BNC (x2)

12G SDI： SMPTE ST2082、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

11.88 Gbps/11.868 Gbps

6G SDI：SMPTE ST2081、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

5.940 Gbps/5.934 Gbps

3G SDI： SMPTE ST424/425 Level-A/B、

0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、2.970 Gbps/2.967 Gbps HD SDI：SMPTE ST292、0.8 Vp-p、75Ω、

1.485 Gbps/1.4835 Gbps

Character / Sync

| BNC (x1), Character, 1 Vp-p、75Ω

HD SYNC：Tri-level sync、 0.6 Vp-p、75Ω SD SYNC： NTSC：0.286 Vp-p、75Ω

PAL：0.3 Vp-p、75Ω

Audio Out CH-1, CH-2| XLR 3-pin, male (x2), 0/–20 dBu/+4dBu

Supplied Accessories

|

Supplied Accessories

| Tally Number Plate 1 Set (0~9)

Operating Instructions Camera Operation Manual CD-ROM (1), JP, GB, FR, DE, IT, ES, CS Operation Guide (1)

Warranty booklet (1)

Dimensions

Optional Accessories

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