The HV DSLR Camera with 24-70mm Lens from Hasselblad is a stylish, durable, full-frame A-mount camera with a 24.3MP Exmor CMOS sensor. It is bundled with a fast and versatile 24-70mm f/2.8 Zeiss lens and includes two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and a high performance hard case specifically designed for the camera, lens and accessories.
With a fast and accurate TTL phase-detection autofocus system, 14-bit RAW imaging, in-camera SteadyShot image stabilization, 1/8000 maximum shutter speed and 1200-zone evaluative metering system, the HV is a high performance professional DSLR able to take on any assignment put to it. Low light sensitivity is impeccable with an expanded ISO range that runs from 50 to 25,600. And, depending on the memory card used, the maximum continuous shooting speed is 10 fps. The HV offers two memory slots and is compatible with SD, SDHC, SDXC, Memory Stick PRO Duo and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo memory cards.
Composition and playback are provided by both the electronic viewfinder and rear LCD panel. The 0.5" viewfinder has a 2,359K-dot resolution with 100% frame coverage and 0.71x magnification. It supports diopter adjustment from -4.0 to +3.0. The LCD screen tilts 40º upward, 180º downward and rotates 180º clockwise and 90º counterclockwise for shooting at odd angles with minimal interference from reflections. The LCD offers 1,228K-dot resolution with focus peaking and focus magnifier capabilities.
Full HD 1080p and1080i capture is available with stereo audio, including an external microphone jack. Frame rates of 60 fps and 24 fps are supported in full HD for both the AVCHD and MP4 formats. In addition, the HV features APS-C crop mode and the Sony multi-interface shoe with ADP-MAA shoe adapter for a wide range of compatibility with flashes from Sony and other brands as well as photo and video accessories.
The construction of this attractive camera is unique as it is built out of aluminum alloy with a Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coating which is a hardening treatment for the utmost in durability. An oversized titanium dial, ergonomic rubberized grip and easily-accessed button controls add to the camera's functionality and distinctive look.
As an A-mount camera, the HV is compatible with all A-mount Sony and Minolta lenses and is bundled here with the impressive 24-70mm f/2.8 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* ZA zoom lens from Sony. This is a versatile and well-built lens with focal length coverage from wide-angle to short telephoto and the fast and quiet Super Sonic Wave autofocus motor. Also included in this kit are two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries for extended shooting times and a dedicated hard travel case made from TTXO1 resin. It features a foam interior and is resistant to dust, water, shock and chemical agents and protects its contents in temperatures from -40 to 176ºF.
Lens Mount | Sony Alpha/ Minolta |
Camera Format | Full-Frame (1.0x Crop Factor) |
Pixels | Actual: 24.7 Megapixel Effective: 24.3 Megapixel |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 16:9 |
Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 35.8 x 23.9 mm |
File Formats | Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MP4, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MPEG-4 AVCHD Audio: AAC LC, Dolby Digital 2ch |
Bit Depth | 14-bit |
Dust Reduction System | Yes |
Memory Card Type | Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo SD SDHC SDXC |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift |
Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
Focus Mode | Automatic (A), Continuous-servo AF (C), Depth Map Assist Continuous AF (AF-D), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 19, 11 cross-type |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Viewfinder Size | 0.5" |
Viewfinder Pixel Count | 2,359,296 |
Viewfinder Eye Point | 27.00 mm |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.71x |
Diopter Adjustment | - 4.0 to +3.0 m |
Display Screen | 3" Rear Screen Tilting Live Preview LCD (1,228,800) |
Screen Coverage | 100% |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100-6400 (Extended Mode: 50-25600) |
Shutter | Type: Electronic Speed: 30 - 1/8000 |
Metering Method | Center-weighted average metering, Evaluative metering, Spot metering |
White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (White), Fluorescent H, Incandescent, Kelvin, Shade |
Flash Modes | Auto Flash On Hi-Speed Sync Off Rear Sync Red-eye Reduction Wireless |
Built-in Flash | No |
Max Sync Speed | 1 / 250 seconds |
Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps) |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
File Size | 1920 x 1080p (Full HD) 1920 x 1080i (Full HD) 1440 x 1080 (HD) 640 x 480 (SD) |
Frame Rate | @ 1920 x 1080: 60 fps, 24 fps @ 1440 x 1080: 30 fps @ 640 x 480: 30 fps |
Exposure Control | Auto: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO Manual: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 - 6400 |
Exposure Compensation | -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps) |
Focus | Auto Manual Continuous Auto |
Video Clip Length | 1920 x 1080 29 min. 1440 x 1080 29 min. 640 x 480 29 min. |
Audio Recording | Optional External Mic: With Video, Stereo |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 10 fps |
Self Timer | 10 seconds |
Connectivity | 1/8" Microphone AV Output HDMI C (Mini) Mini-USB, USB 2.0 |
Software System Requirements | Windows: XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7 (SP1) Mac: OS X 10.3 or later |
Battery | 1x NP-FM500H Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery, 7.2 VDC, 1650 mAh |
Operating/Storage Temperature | Operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.8 x 4.4 x 3.1" / 147.0 x 111.0 x 78.0 mm |
Weight | 1.90 lb / 863 g With battery and memory card |
Focal Length | 24 - 70mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 36 - 105 mm |
Aperture | Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22 |
Angle of View | 84° 34' |
Minimum Focus Distance | 13.39" (34 cm) |
Magnification | 0.25x |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:4 |
Elements/Groups | 17/13 |
Diaphragm Blades | 0 |
Autofocus | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Thread | Front:77 mm |
Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 3.27 x 4.33" (8.3 x 11 cm) |
Weight | 2.16 lb (.98 kg) |
Package Weight | 17.1 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 21.0 x 18.7 x 12.1" |