October 31, 2011: Sony has released details of its new DEV-5 digital binoculars, which include the ability to record Full HD video with stereo sound.
Claimed as a ‘world first’, the DEV-5 binoculars provide up to 20x magnification, with digital zoom at magnification settings over 10x plus a built-in GPS receiver. They also feature electronic autofocus with focus tracking plus a dial control that allows fingertip adjustment of manual focus for focusing selectively on the subject. The electronic autofocus allows the DEV-5 to focus on subjects as close as 1cm when recording in 2D.
Paired Exmor R CMOS sensors and powerful BIONZ processors plus a matching pair of precision G lenses allows separate images for left and right eyes to be captured for 3D movie recording. The resulting 3D video footage can be played on a 3D BRAVIA TV, with a maximum magnification of 5.4 times in 3D mode. The minimum distance is 80 cm when recording in 3D.
The DEV-5 binoculars also feature Sony’s SteadyShot Active Mode optical stabilisation system. With a minimal ‘stealth’ design and ergonomic grip area that is coated with an elastomer material for firm handling and stable operation, they are comfortable to hold for extended periods. Top-mounted controls allow easy operation, even with gloved fingers, while dual buttons are provided to start recording instantly with either hand.
The supplied rechargeable battery pack (NP-FV70) supports up to 3 hours of 2D recording per charge. Also included are a USB adaptor, lens cover, finder cap, large eye cups, a carrying case and neck strap. Sony’s DEV-5 digital recording binoculars will be available in Australia from November 2011 for RRP $1999. For more information, visit www.sony.com.au.
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Model name
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DEV-5
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Video format
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2D HD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible
3D HD: MPEG-4 MVC/H.264 AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compatible
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Video resolution
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3D HD: 1920×1080/50i [x2]
2D HD: 1920×1080/50p,25p,50i(FX,FH), 1440×1080/50i(HQ,LP)
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Still Image Max. Effective
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7.1 megapixels
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Still Image Size (Photo Mode)
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7.1 megapixels (4:3) (3072×2304)
5.3 megapixels (16:9) (3072×1728)
1.9 megapixels (4:3) (1600×1200)
307K pixels (4:3) (640×480)
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Lens
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Dual G Lens F1.8 – F3.4
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Minimum focusing distance (approx.)
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(Video Mode): 80cm(Wide), 7.5m(Tele)
(Still Image Mode): 1cm(Wide), 80cm(Tele), 25cm(Tele Macro)
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Image sensor
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2x 1/4 type (4.5mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor
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Image stabilisation
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Optical SteadyShotTM image stabilisation with Active mode
[wide(3D)/ wide to tele (2D)]
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Viewfinder
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Diopter Adjustment: Yes (-3.5 – +3.5)
Apparent field of view: 35.6 °(16:9)
Interpupillary distance: 55- 75mm
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Magnification (Movie Mode)
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x0.9 – x10 (2D:Digital zoom is OFF) / x0.9 – x20 (2D:Digital zoom is ON) / x0.5 – x5.4(3D)
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Magnification (Photo Mode)
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x0.5 – x20 (16:9) / x0.3 – x15 (4:3)
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Minimum Focus Distance
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Movie Mode:
2D: Approx. 1cm (Wide) / Approx. 80cm (Tele)
3D: Approx. 80cm (Wide) / Approx. 7.5m (Tele)
Photo Mode:
Approx. 1cm (Wide) / Approx. 80cm (Tele) / Approx. 25cm (Tele
Macro)
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Magnification range
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(2D) 0.9x – 20x
(3D) 5x
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Audio recording format
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Dolby? Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby? Digital Stereo Creator
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Recording and Playback Times (32GB Memory Card)(2ch)
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2D HD PS: Approx. 2h30m
2D HD FX: Approx. 3h00m
2D HD FH: Approx. 4h05m
2D HD HQ: Approx. 7h20m
2D HD LP: Approx. 12h50m
3D HD 3D: Approx. 2h30m
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GPS
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Yes (without map display)
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Interfaces
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(HD video) HDMI? output (mini)
(SD video) Composite / Component / S-video out
USB Type A, mini-AB/USB2.0 Hi-speed
Headphone (stereo minijack) / microphone (stereo minijack)
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Compatible recording media
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Memory Stick PRO Duo TM (Mark 2) / Memory Stick PRO-HG DuoTM
SD/SDHC/SDXC
(no internal memory)
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Weight (approx.)
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Approx. 1.2 kg (body only)
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Dimensions (approx.)
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Approx. 219(W) x 155(H) x 88 mm(D) (Body only including protrusion)
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Battery type
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InfoLITHIUM with AccuPowerTM Meter System (V Series)
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Power Consumption in recording
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2D HD: 4.2W (FX)
3D HD: 4.8W
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Power Requirements
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6.8V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
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Recoding time
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2D:Approx. 3h05m NP-FV70:(fully charged battery)
Approx. 6h10m NP-FV100:(fully charged battery)
3D:Approx. 2h40m NP-FV70:(fully charged battery)
Approx. 5h20m NP-FV100:(fully charged battery)
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Playback time
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2D:Approx. 4h50m NP-FV70:(fully charged battery)
Approx. 9h40m NP-FV100:(fully charged battery)
3D:Approx. 4h20m NP-FV70:(fully charged battery)
Approx. 8h35m NP-FV100:(fully charged battery)
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Supplied accessories
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Rechargeable Battery, Pack (NP-FV70), AC adaptor/Charger AC-L200C(D), Power Cord, Large Eyecup, Lens Cover, Finder Cap, Neck Strap, Carrying Case, A/V Connecting Cable, USB Cable, D-ROM (Video Camera Application Software), Operating Guide
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