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ASTROSCOPE™ NIGHT VISION BRACKET FOR SONY DSR-VX2100, DSR-PD150, or DSR-PD170 CAMCORDERS. GEN 3 PRO. CIU. AstroScope™ Night Vision adapter for Sony professional video cameras. Convert your Sony DSR-VX2100, DSR-PD150, or DSR-PD170 video camera into a high performance Night Vision system!Electrophysics AstroScope is an advanced night vision module that incorporates a state-of-the-art Gen 3 PRO image intensifier that transforms dark scenes (below 10-4 lux) into bright, high-resolution imagery. The AstroScope 9350BRAC-PD-3PRO is specifically designed for Sony professional camcorders and installs in seconds. The patented AstroScope design delivers optimum performance in every configuration. Unlike pocketscope-based night vision setups, AstroScope is specifically designed for image capture applications. Use AstroScope with high performance, long focal length lenses to capture mission critical video from safe, covert, stand-off positions. AstroScope’s modular design enables you to easily transfer the image intensifier to other camera platforms including Canon SLRs, Canon XL-Series video cameras, Nikon SLRs, and fixed (non-removable) lens camcorders.

Sony HDC1000

Sony HDC1000
$ TBA
Newly developed three 2/3-inch type 2.2-megapixel HD progressive CCD
High-sensitivity of F10
Excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 54 dB
A wide variety of capturing modes - 1080/50i, 1080/60i, 1080/24P, 1080/25P, 1080/30P, 1080/60P, 720/50P, 720/60P
Industry-first 14-bit A/D conversion
State-of-the-art DSP LSI
Ergonomic design
Optical fiber digital transmission
Memory Stick storage of camera setup parameters
Servo-controlled ND and CC filters

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II
$7,994.00
An update to the tremendously popular EOS-1Ds, the new EOS-1Ds Mark II is a must have for those seeking to capture huge, beautiful images, fast. With an all new, full frame 16.7 megapixel CMOS image sensor, combined with Canon's blazing DIGIC II Image Processor, the EOS-1Ds Mark II captures up to 32 consecutive shots at speeds up to 4 frames-per-second, and has dramatically decreased startup and card-writing times in comparison to the EOS-1Ds. These improvements are complemented by Canon's renowned build quality for reliability in even the most rugged conditions. Compatibility with over 50 EF Lenses, in addition to the entire line of EOS accessories, including the new Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E1 accessory easily makes the EOS-1Ds Mark II the most remarkable combination of resolution and speed in the history of digital SLRs.

Sony HDW-F500

Sony HDW-F500
$72,100
High-Definition editing recorder utilizing HDCAM compression. The switchable frame rate allows recordings to be made at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97and 30 frames per second progressive, and 50, 59.94 or 60 fields per second interlace. Audio capabilities include (4) 20-bit channels, capable of handling Dolby "E" encoded audio tracks. HD SDI (with 4 channels of embedded audio) and AES/EBU audio interfaces are standard. Options are available for integrated downconversion to 525 video (HKDV-501A) and 3:2 pulldown to1080i (HKDV-507D) for handling 23.98 or 24P material in exisiting systems. RS 422 control interface is standard, and 50-pin control interface is optional (BKDW-509).
Features:
Increased recording time with 24P Increased recording time with 24P: An important consideration with 24P recording is the increased record time on the same HDCAM cassette; a typical HDCAM cassette holds 124 minutes of 60 Hz HD material, but can hold 155 minutes of 24P HD material; a 25% i Video and audio pre-read Video and audio pre-read: Enables the efficient use of VTRs in any production environment; incorporates this feature as standard through the use of a set of pre-read heads. Optional SDTI board Optional SDTI board can be used to create digital clones and for routing through standard SDI architecture. HD-SDI Provides an uncompressed, 10-bit, digital component SMPTE-292M HD serial data stream with a bit rate of 1.5Gbps. Optional 3:2 pulldown board Optional 3:2 pulldown board: Allows viewing of 24P recording at the conventional 60 Hz rate. When used in combination with the optional HKDV-501A down-converter board, 24P material can be viewed on standard NTSC monitors Optional 525 down-converter board Optional 525 down-converter board HKDV501A: A studio quality down converter which outputs both standard definition digital and analog signals (525 and 625 modes).

Sony HDW-F900

Sony HDW-F900
$102,360.00
The Sony HDW-F900 was used by George Lucas to shoot Star Wars Episodes II & III. Sony’s HDW-F900 CineAlta camera is designed for digital filmmaking, and offers the ability to record gorgeous HD images in 24P. It is capable of capturing images at 24/25/30 frame progressive or 50/60 interlace at 1080 resolution. The HDW-F900 utilizes a 2.2 Mega Pixel FIT CCD and comes equipped with various gamma curves for superior imaging. The F900 delivers astonishing color reproduction accuracy, an impressive contrast range, and comprehensive set of image adjustments for outstanding in-camera creativity. The camcorder also features dual filter wheels and a Memory Stick setup system to save and recall various parameter settings.
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: Approx. 18 lbs (8 kg) with typical ENG lens, cassette and BPL-60A battery
Power Requirements: DC 12 V (+5 V/-1.0 V)
Power Consumption: 42W (with 12V power, record mode, HDVF-20A
Operating Temperature: 0 degree C to 40 degree C
Operating Humidity: 25% to 80% (relative humidity)
Continuous Operating Time: Approx. 80 minutes with BPL-60A
Pickup Device: 3 chip 2/3" FIT 2,200,000 CCD
Clear Scan: (ECS) 24-7000 Hz (minimum setting depends on frame rate selected)
Sensitivity: f10.0 at 2000 lux, 89.9% reflective, at 24fps with a 1/48 second shutter speed. The exposure index is approximately equivalent to 300 ISO

Nikon D80

Nikon D80. enlarge
I bought mine here. Also see here and here (body only, about $999), here or here (with excellent 18 - 55mm lens, about $1,099) or here or here (with new 18 - 135 mm lens, about $1,299). Of course "body only" means complete with a box full of standard accessories. Run like crazy if any store doesn't take credit cards or tries to charge extra for these standard items.

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

The EOS-1Ds Mark II is the sixteen (point seven) megapixel successor to the EOS-1Ds which was announced almost exactly two years earlier. Carrying on from the EOS-1Ds the Mark II has a full size 35 mm (36 x 24 mm) sensor which means it introduces no field-of-view crop, an 18 mm lens on this camera will provide exactly the same field-of-view as it would on a 35 mm film camera. At first glance it's clear to see that Canon has stuck (as they did with the EOS-1D Mark II) with the same body and control layout. The timing of the EOS-1Ds Mark II's announcement was interesting if not totally surprising coming just five days after Nikon announced the twelve (point four) megapixel D2X, the megapixel one-up-man-ship continues.
Despite the significant jump in resolution from the EOS-1Ds (11 mp) to the EOS-1Ds Mark II (16.7 mp) the camera maintains an impressive four frames per second shooting rate and a buffer large enough for 32 JPEG or 11 RAW images. The EOS-1Ds Mark II's internal bus throughput of approximately 67 megapixel/sec is virtually identical to the eight megapixel EOS-1D Mark II.
Wireless transmitter
In July 2003 Nikon announced the D2H and the WT-1 wireless transmitter which screws to the base of the camera and is connected by a Firewire cable to the camera. This transmitter provides 802.11/b WiFi transmission of images either immediately or selectively later. This has been followed by the WT-2 which now supports both 802.11/b and 802.11/g and hence faster maximum throughput of 54 mbp/s (although we all know that in reality the true rate is almost half this).
Along with the EOS-1Ds Mark II Canon has announced its own wireless transmitter, the WFT-E1 which provides 802.11/b and 802.11/g transmission as well as a wired LAN socket. The WFT-E1 connects to the EOS-1Ds Mark II via its Firewire port. Another interesting difference between the Nikon and Canon offerings are that the Canon WFT-E1 has its own battery, probably because Canon intend the unit to be backwardly compatible with other EOS digital SLR's and none have power terminals on their base.

Sony HDR-FX1

HDR-FX1 HDV Handycam? CamcorderHDR-FX1Imaging Device: 3- 1/3" 16:9 1120K Pixel Advanced HAD? CCDs Video Actual: 1070K Pixels F: 1.6 – 2.8 Focal Distance: 4.5 – 54.0mm 35mm Conversion: 32.5 – 390mm Filter Diameter: 72mm Optical Zoom: 12X Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual (Ring) / One Touch Minimum Illumination: 3 lux Low Light Capability: N/A Shutter Speed: 1/4 – 1/10,000 (in AE Mode) Viewfinder: Color, Precision 16:9 (252K pixel) LCD: 3.5" 16:9 (250K) Precision Hybrid Color1 Accessory Shoe: Yes (Cold) Video Input/Output: Yes (Composite (Mini) and S-Video/Yes (Component, Mini, and S-Video) Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Mini) i.LINK?2 DV Interface (IEEE1394): Yes Headphone Jack: Yes (Stereo, Mini) Mic. Input: Yes (Stereo, Mini) White Balance: Auto/One-Push (A)(B)/Preset Iris Control: Yes, Gain Independent Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 7.4W / 8.0W / 8.4W Dimensions (WHD): 6" x 7 1?8" x 14 3?8" Weight: 4 lbs 4 oz