Sony Reveals New Wireless Connectivity For Camcorders

Sony has revealed a new level of wireless connectivity for its line of camcorders.
The CBK-WA100 is designed to ease news and production workflows through transmitting content over a wireless network.
It connects directly to the camera and allows XAVC proxy files to be created and then saved on an SD card in the adapter. The CBK-WA100 can then upload the proxy content and the original high-resolution content to a broadcast station, on premise server or to a cloud environment.
Its Wi-Fi connectivity means tablets or smartphones are able to interact with it, with control provided by Sony’s Content Browser Mobile application.
"Wireless connectivity is critical for streamlined production between the field and studio,” says Fabien Pisano, Strategic Marketing Manager, Sony Professional Solutions, Sony Europe.
"Also, mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets are commonly used in every professional application, including ENG and EFP. Combining these two capabilities result in a new workflow for the future."
The adapter is compatible with Sony’s full line of XDCAM Memory camcorders and field gear; such as PMW-500/400/300/200/150/160/50 models.
It also works with products that have an HD-SDI output such as the PDW-F800/700/680 and XDCAM EX models.
Sony has also released a version (model CBK-WA101) especially for its new PMW-400 shoulder-mount camcorder that enables a one-action attachment/detachment of the adapter.
The new wireless adapter, CBK-WA100, is planned to be available in October, with model CBK-WA101 surfacing the following month.
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