Betacam SX
Switchable formats: There are digital Betacam and Betacam SX models which allow 16:9/4:3 switchable aspect ratio. The design of the chip will either favour 16:9 or 4:3 CCD (see Dual format cameras, page 46), and in the digital Betacam the chip favours 16:9 working. The viewfinder aspect ratio is automatically switched when the camera is switched between 16:9 and 4:3 modes of operation and separate detail correction files for 16:9 and 4:3 can also be stored.
Digital audio: Two uncompressed digital audio channels can be recorded in duplicate on four audio channels. When connected to an add-on adaptor, four independent audio channels are available for recording simultaneously and playback plus the option of using a 5-inch viewfinder. ...
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