Sony HDC-1700 – Pre-owned Multi-Format HD 2/3" Portable Studio Camera Chain + Licences & 4K HDR Upgrade

Sony HDC-1700 (Pre-Owned) – Full HD 2/3 inch Fibre Studio Camera Kit

Condition : Used

The Sony HDC-1700 is a studio system camera featuring three 2/3 inch Power HAD FX CCD sensors. This complete kit includes an HDCU-3500 camera control unit and an RCP-3100 remote control panel, delivering native Full HD acquisition with optional 4K HDR scalability via dedicated software processing.

Certified Pre-owned Equipment and Global Services

Expertise and Warranty : fully serviced and tested by our in-house technical department | 3-month warranty
Trade-in and Finance : monetize your legacy inventory (cameras, lenses, tripods) to fund this acquisition
Buy-back Guarantee : high-value asset; we offer permanent buy-back options for your professional equipment
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Detailed Kit Content:

1 Sony HDC-1700 studio camera with B4 mount
1 Sony HDCU-3500 camera control unit
1 Sony RCP-3100 remote control panel
1 Sony HDVF-EL75 viewfinder
1 VCT-14 tripod adapter

Highlights of the Sony HDC-1700

Power HAD FX sensors : 3 CCD 2/3 inch sensors delivering precise color reproduction and native sensitivity (F11 at 2000 lux)
16-bit processing : high-resolution A to D conversion for extended dynamic range management
Multi-format architecture : native 1080i and 720p support with software upgradeability to progressive formats and 4K HDR
ALAC-2 : automatic lens chromatic aberration compensation in both horizontal and vertical directions
Fiber optic transmission : SMPTE fiber connectivity supporting transmission distances up to 4 kilometers
Ecosystem compatibility : seamless integration with HDLA series accessories and adapters for HDC-1500 and HDC-2500 series

Technical Specifications

Sensor and Optical Performance

Sensor type : 3 CCD 2/3 inch Power HAD FX
Sensitivity : F11 at 2000 lux
Signal to noise ratio : 60 dB
Lens mount : B4

Video Flow and Signals

Acquisition formats : 1080i 59.94 on 50, 720p 59.94 on 50, 1080PsF
Signal processing : 16-bit A to D
CCU outputs : HD-SDI, SD-SDI, 3G-SDI

Connectivity and Network

Camera link : SMPTE hybrid fiber optic
Maximum distance : 4000 meters
RCP interface : 8-pin network connector for remote control panel

Physical Specifications

Camera head weight : approx. 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)
Power supply : via CCU
Mounting : standard VCT-14 adapter

Customer FAQ

Do you offer trade-in services for my existing equipment?

Absolutely. VIDEO BROKERS buys or trades in your professional equipment (cameras, lenses, tripods) and any other new or used broadcast gear.

What is the procedure for activating 4K HDR compatibility on this model?

Activation requires the installation of the HKCU-2020 processor board and the HZC-PVR20 software license, which enable real-time signal processing for Live HDR output.

Is the HDC-1700 compatible with my existing HDLA-1500 series adapters?

Yes, the camera is designed to natively accept HDLA-1500 large lens adapters, ensuring full compatibility with your existing HDC-2500 series infrastructure.