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Ikegami HDL-45E Professional HDTV Camera

The Ikegami HDL-45E is a 2.3 Megapixels (1920 x 1080 effective pixels per channel, 3CCD) 2/3 inch cinema camera — with 1920 x 1080 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Ikegami HDL-45E Professional HDTV Camera

Ikegami HDL-45E Professional HDTV Camera

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Camera Overview — Ikegami HDL-45E

The Ikegami HDL-45E is a professional HDTV camera built around a 2/3-inch 3CCD imaging system delivering 2.3 megapixels of effective resolution per channel at 1920 x 1080. The three-chip configuration separates red, green, and blue channels independently, a hallmark of broadcast-grade color accuracy that distinguishes it from single-sensor designs. Video output tops out at 1920 x 1080, with supported frame rates of 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97psF, and 1080/25psF, covering both NTSC and PAL broadcast environments as well as progressive segmented frame workflows.

Analog-to-digital conversion is handled at 14-bit depth, giving the camera a solid foundation for tonal gradation and highlight handling before the signal reaches the Digital Process LSI (ASIC) image processor. White balance options include preset color temperatures of 3200K and 5600K, along with ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance) for run-and-gun or changing-light situations. The camera operates on a DC power supply ranging from +11 to +16V, compatible with standard broadcast battery systems and block power supplies.

At 1.7 kg and a compact body measuring 90 x 103 x 180 mm (excluding projections), the HDL-45E is designed to mount into a range of shoulder rigs, camera chains, or specialty housings without adding excessive bulk to the overall system.

Key Features — Ikegami HDL-45E

2/3-Inch 3CCD Imaging: Three dedicated CCD chips independently capture red, green, and blue channels for broadcast-grade color accuracy that single-sensor designs cannot match.

1920 x 1080 HD Output: Delivers full 1080-line HD resolution at 2.3 megapixels effective per channel, meeting broadcast delivery standards.

14-Bit A/D Conversion: High bit-depth analog-to-digital conversion preserves tonal gradation and highlight detail before the signal reaches the onboard image processor.

Custom Digital Process LSI: Dedicated ASIC image processor handles signal processing in-camera, optimized for broadcast-quality output rather than general-purpose computation.

Multi-Format Frame Rate Support: Supports 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97psF, and 1080/25psF, covering NTSC, PAL, and progressive segmented frame broadcast workflows.

Three White Balance Modes: Preset options at 3200K and 5600K plus Auto Tracking White Balance accommodate controlled studio lighting and changing-light run-and-gun situations.

Camera Specifications — Ikegami HDL-45E

Ikegami HDL-45E full specifications
SpecDetail
TypeOther
Sensor2/3 inch
Resolution2.3 Megapixels (1920 x 1080 effective pixels per channel, 3CCD)
ProcessorDigital process LSI (ASIC)
AF SystemOther
Max Photo Resolution1920 x 1080
Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
Max Frame Rate59.94fps
Bit Depth14-bit A/D conversion
Image StabilizationNone
BatteryDC +11 to +16V
Weather SealingNone

Description — Ikegami HDL-45E

The Ikegami HDL-45E Professional HDTV Camera is built around a 2/3-inch 3CCD imaging system producing 2.3 megapixels of effective resolution at 1920 x 1080 pixels per channel. Separating the image into three dedicated chips for red, green, and blue light allows for precise color rendition that single-sensor cameras cannot replicate in the same way. The camera's 14-bit A/D conversion feeds into a Digital Process LSI (ASIC) image processor, providing a solid signal chain from capture through digital output.

Video is recorded or transmitted at up to 1920 x 1080, with supported frame rates of 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97psF, and 1080/25psF — covering both NTSC and PAL broadcast environments. White balance flexibility is handled via 3200K, 5600K, and ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance) modes. Power is drawn from a DC +11 to +16V supply, compatible with standard broadcast infrastructure.

The compact body measures W90 x H103 x D180 mm (excluding projections) and tips the scale at just 1.7 kg, making it manageable within a range of broadcast mounting configurations.

Pros — Ikegami HDL-45E

  • ✓2/3-inch 3CCD system delivers 1920 x 1080 effective resolution per channel for broadcast-accurate color separation
  • ✓14-bit A/D conversion provides strong tonal depth before downstream digital processing
  • ✓Supports four broadcast frame rates — 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97psF, and 1080/25psF — covering NTSC, PAL, and psF workflows

Cons — Ikegami HDL-45E

  • ✗Maximum output is 1080i/psF with no 4K, 2K, or progressive HD frame rate options beyond psF
  • ✗No built-in storage media listed in specifications, requiring an external recorder or camera chain
  • ✗No connectivity options documented — Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and HDMI are all absent from the specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions — Ikegami HDL-45E

What frame rates does the Ikegami HDL-45E support?+
The HDL-45E supports 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97psF, and 1080/25psF as listed in its video specifications. This covers both NTSC and PAL interlaced broadcast standards as well as progressive segmented frame formats for both 29.97 and 25 frame-rate environments.
What type of sensor does the HDL-45E use?+
The camera uses a 2/3-inch 3CCD imaging system with 2.3 megapixels of effective resolution rated at 1920 x 1080 pixels per channel. The three-chip design processes red, green, and blue light on separate sensors rather than using a single Bayer-pattern chip.
What power supply does the HDL-45E require?+
According to the specifications, the camera requires a DC supply between +11 and +16V. This range is consistent with standard broadcast battery packs and block power supplies used in professional camera chains and shoulder-mount systems.
How large and heavy is the HDL-45E camera head?+
The body measures 90 mm wide by 103 mm tall by 180 mm deep (excluding projections) and weighs 1.7 kg. These dimensions reflect a compact camera-head form factor suited for integration into broadcast rigs, studio pedestals, or specialty mounting systems.
What white balance modes are available on the HDL-45E?+
The specifications list three white balance options: a 3200K preset for tungsten lighting, a 5600K preset for daylight, and ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance) for automatic adjustment in variable or mixed lighting conditions.
Does the HDL-45E have built-in recording storage?+
No storage media is listed in the specifications for this camera. The HDL-45E functions as a camera head and would require an external recording device or camera chain to capture footage.

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