Sony DSR-300 Brochure & Specs page 5

DynaLatitude™ Functions
The DSR-300 also uses the
DynaLatitude process, a unique feature
based on the TruEye system.
DynaLatitude minimizes video level
distortion based on video signal
histograms in order to utilize the limited
dynamic range of the video signal
standard by adaptively managing the
contrast of each pixel. The DynaLatitude
feature brings a new dimension to other
technologies such as Dynamic Contrast
Control (DCC).
Conventional Camera
DSR-300 (DynaLatitude)
Skin Detail with Auto Detection
of Active Area
The Skin Detail function of the DSR-300
gives the subject a pleasing facial
complexion, while maintaining the
sharpness of other areas. The
designated active area of Skin Detail
can be set by simply adjusting the Area
Detect Cursor on the viewfinder screen
and using the SKIN SET button on the
camera's side panel. The color range of
the Skin Detail active area and Skin
Detail level can also be set from the
viewfinder menu, and it is capable of
color and detail corrections within the full
range of visible spectrum (360˚ range).
Black Stretch and Compress
Contrast in the black area of the image
can be variably adjusted using the Black
Stretch/Compress Control function.
Black Stretch emphasizes contrast in the
dark area, while Black Compress
enhances or deepens darkness.
Operational Convenience and Comfort
The DSR-300 achieves a new level of
comfort, operational convenience and
simplicity with the following features.
DynaFit™ Shoulder Pad
The DSR-300 is equipped with a
"DynaFit " shoulder pad, which is made
of a shape-memory material. This
innovative shoulder pad does not require
forward/backward adjustment. It
comfortably molds to any shoulder
without slipping, maintaining a very good
balance.
DynaFit pad on Thick Shoulder
DynaFit pad on Thin Shoulder
Selectable Built-in Filters
The DSR-300 has four built-in filters:
3200 K/3000 K (switchable via the
Viewfinder menu), 5600 K, 5600 K+ 1/8
and 5600 K+ 1/64. This four-filter
construction is the same as used in
Sony 2/3-inch cameras such as the
DXC-D30, and makes the DSR-300
suitable for use under virtually any light
condition.
Video Light Connector for
Anton Bauer Ultralight 2
An optional Anton Bauer Ultralight 2 can
be directly attached to the DSR-300
using the video light connector. This
system is powered from the camcorder's
attached battery. Light ON/OFF can be
controlled manually or can be
synchronized automatically with the REC
start function of the DSR-300.
The LIGHT switch located on the front-
right side of the camcorder can set this
to manual or automatic control. The
DSR-300 is the first Sony professional
camera to support this internal light
switching system.
Menu Control by Jog Dial
Operation
The DSR-300 incorporates a jog dial
controlled from the viewfinder menu. The
user simply selects his or her desired
menu item and sets the value by easy,
one-fingered jog dial operation. This jog
dial means that fewer control
button/switches are required on the
camcorder,
and therefore
contributes to
the unit's
simple design.
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