The PMW-EX1 is Sony's newest member of the XDCAM EX™ series, a powerful handheld HD camcorder with 3/2-inch CMOS sensors, 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720 HD recording capability and flash memory recording.
This manual describes the features and operation of the Sony PMW-EX1 XDCAM EX camcorder, including its three 1/2‑inch Exmor CMOS sensors, 14× optical zoom lens, and SxS PRO flash‑memory recording. It covers recording formats, audio specifications, focus and zoom controls, and creative functions such as Slow & Quick Motion and Interval Recording.
The document also lists technical specifications, power requirements, and recommended workflow connections for transferring footage to PCs, nonlinear editing systems, and archival media. Safety and handling information, such as shock resistance and battery life, are included as well.
| Mass (body only) | Approx. 2.4 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 178 × 176 × 311.5 mm |
| Video codec | MPEG‑2 Long GOP |
| Maximum bit rate (HQ mode) | 35 Mb/s VBR |
| Maximum bit rate (SP mode) | 25 Mb/s CBR |
| Zoom ratio | 14× optical |
| Sensitivity (ISO) | F10, SNR 54 dB |
The camcorder records video using the MPEG‑2 Long GOP codec.