Sony PMW-EX1 XDCAM-EX

The EX1 compact camcorder is a great little camera for a wide range of uses from docs and indie features to b-roll on high end HD shoots. It has advanced creative features such as selectable gamma curves and "Slow & Quick Motion" capability. It is the first handheld camcorder to carry the legendary CineAlta 24P brand with multiple frame rate recording capability such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P, as well being 1080i/720P switchable.

The EX1 uses an all-new imaging system consisting of three 1⁄2-inch type CMOS sensors, each with an effective pixel count of 1920x1080 to produce images in full HD resolution. In addition, there's a purpose-built Fujinon Professional HD 1⁄2-inch 14x lens and a unique dual focus ring mechanism.