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Ikegami HDL-F30 Professional HDTV Camera

The Ikegami HDL-F30 is a 2.3 megapixels (1920 x 1080 effective pixels) 2/3 inch cinema camera — with 1920 x 1080 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Ikegami HDL-F30 Professional HDTV Camera

Ikegami HDL-F30 Professional HDTV Camera

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Camera Overview — Ikegami HDL-F30

The Ikegami HDL-F30 is a professional HDTV camera built for broadcast and industrial applications, centered around a 2/3-inch AIT (Advanced Interline Transfer) CCD image processor delivering 2.3 megapixels of effective resolution at 1920 x 1080. It supports a robust range of frame rates — 59.94fps, 50fps, 29.97fps, and 25fps — making it suitable for both NTSC and PAL broadcast environments. Video is captured at 14-bit depth, giving colorists meaningful latitude during post-production grading.

Color science options include preset white balance points at 3200K and 5600K, Electronic Color Compensation, and a versatile gamma selection ranging from Gamma OFF through Gamma 0.35, 0.40, and 0.45, offering meaningful control over the tonal response of the image. The camera operates on external DC power in the 11V–16V range, a standard configuration for broadcast camera heads that are designed to pair with a Camera Control Unit. The CCU measures 120 x 105 x 180mm while the camera head itself is a compact 100 x 123 x 80mm, and the whole system weighs in at just 1kg.

The camera is manual focus only, with an ISO range of 100 to 54000. The metal chassis construction underlines its professional build quality.

Key Features — Ikegami HDL-F30

2/3-Inch AIT CCD Sensor: The Advanced Interline Transfer CCD delivers 2.3 megapixels of effective resolution at 1920x1080, a proven broadcast sensor format widely used in professional studio and field cameras.

14-Bit Video Capture: 14-bit depth records substantially more tonal data than standard 8-bit broadcast cameras, giving colorists greater latitude during post-production grading.

NTSC & PAL Frame Rates: Supports 59.94fps, 50fps, 29.97fps, and 25fps, covering both major broadcast standards for flexible deployment across international production environments.

Camera Control Unit Design: The camera head separates from a dedicated CCU (120x105x180mm), a standard broadcast architecture allowing the camera head to be positioned remotely while signal processing happens at the CCU.

External DC Power (11V–16V): Operates on standard broadcast DC power within the 11V–16V range, compatible with common professional battery systems and studio power supplies.

Selectable Gamma Settings: Offers Gamma OFF, 0.35, 0.40, and 0.45 options, allowing operators to tailor the tonal response of the image to suit the intended broadcast or production pipeline.

Camera Specifications — Ikegami HDL-F30

Ikegami HDL-F30 full specifications
SpecDetail
TypeOther
Sensor2/3 inch
Resolution2.3 megapixels (1920 x 1080 effective pixels)
ProcessorAIT (Advanced Interline Transfer) CCD
AF SystemManual Focus Only
AF PointsManual focus only
Max Photo Resolution1920 x 1080
Burst Rate0 fps
Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
Max Frame Rate59.94fps
Bit Depth14-bit
Image StabilizationNone

Description — Ikegami HDL-F30

The Ikegami HDL-F30 is a professional HDTV camera head designed around a 2/3-inch AIT (Advanced Interline Transfer) CCD sensor delivering 2.3 megapixels at a native resolution of 1920 x 1080. Video is recorded at 14-bit depth, supporting meaningful post-production flexibility. The camera covers frame rates of 59.94fps, 50fps, 29.97fps, and 25fps, spanning both major international broadcast standards.

Color management tools include preset white balance at 3200K and 5600K, Electronic Color Compensation, and four gamma settings — Gamma OFF, 0.35, 0.40, and 0.45 — for tunable image response. The ISO range runs from 100 to 54000. Focus is manual only, with no autofocus or tracking system.

Power comes from an external DC source (11V–16V). The camera head body is metal chassis construction, measuring 100 x 123 x 80mm, paired with a CCU at 120 x 105 x 180mm, with a combined system weight of 1kg. No weather sealing is present.

Pros — Ikegami HDL-F30

  • ✓14-bit video bit depth provides substantial tonal data for post-production grading
  • ✓Supports four frame rates (59.94fps, 50fps, 29.97fps, 25fps) covering both NTSC and PAL broadcast standards
  • ✓Wide ISO range from 100 to 54000 allows operation across varied lighting conditions

Cons — Ikegami HDL-F30

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus system of any kind
  • ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in outdoor or adverse conditions
  • ✗No built-in storage media or onboard recording

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Frequently Asked Questions — Ikegami HDL-F30

What sensor does the Ikegami HDL-F30 use?+
The HDL-F30 uses a 2/3-inch AIT (Advanced Interline Transfer) CCD image processor with an effective resolution of 2.3 megapixels (1920 x 1080 pixels). The 2/3-inch sensor size is a standard format widely used in professional broadcast camera systems.
What frame rates does the HDL-F30 support?+
The camera supports 59.94fps, 50fps, 29.97fps, and 25fps at its maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080. This covers standard frame rates for both NTSC and PAL broadcast environments.
How is the HDL-F30 powered?+
The camera runs on external DC power in the 11V–16V range. There is no internal battery; power delivery depends entirely on an external power source, which is typical for professional broadcast camera head and CCU configurations.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the system?+
The camera head measures 100 x 123 x 80mm (W x H x D), and the CCU measures 120 x 105 x 180mm. The total system weight is 1kg. The body is constructed from a metal chassis.
Does the HDL-F30 have autofocus?+
No. The HDL-F30 is manual focus only — there is no autofocus system, no subject tracking, and no eye tracking. Focus must be set manually by the operator.
What color and gamma options are available?+
The camera offers white balance presets at 3200K and 5600K, as well as Electronic Color Compensation. Gamma options include Gamma OFF, Gamma 0.35, Gamma 0.40, and Gamma 0.45, giving operators control over the image's tonal response curve.

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