German company releases broadcasting capable high speed micro camera which exceeds up to 65% cost savings in production.
CROSSCAST GmbH, today released their new XCAM 1050, a FullHD high-speed micro camera capable of up to 1050 frames per second playout. The XCAM 1050, a second generation high speed camera, was designed to easily integrate into challenging multi camera broadcasting and filming environments.
In addition, CROSSCAST also released two new long awaited develops:
(1) Focus/Iris-Control unit
(2) Fiber Adaptor unit
The XCAM 1050 can save up to 65% of production costs compared to other high speed camera system. Due to the cameras built in high speed playout capability, no external equipment is needed for the use of a system in live production. This is high speed on a budget!
XCAM 1050 – Built with global shutter CMOS sensor technology, the XCAM 1050 is capable of up to 1050fps (350fps shot natively) high-speed and live output simultaneously. The camera head weights only 128g, while its outer dimensions measure 53x42x44 (L x W x H). The system fits perfectly onto lightweight camera cranes, such as a Polecam.
Focus/Iris-Control – The control unit attaches to the XCAM and controls the position of the focus and iris rings on the lens, with the ability to recognize and re-position precise locations. It can be controlled via the Crosscast OCP as well as is compatible to the Chrosziel and CMotion systems.
Fiber Adaptor – The multi-camera fiber adaptor extends the camera up to large distances from the production environment. Functions using full video output on 2 channels (Live and high speed playout) and full serial connection for shading and high speed operation.
The XCAM 1050 camera system guarantees media professionals the ability to capture shots from unique camera angles, which can been seen on the demo reel at CROSSSCAST’s website: www.crosscast.de. Units are available for sale and for rent.