Sony PXW-Z300 4K XDCAM Camcorder

The Sony PXW-Z300 is Sony's flagship handheld XDCAM camcorder, engineered for broadcast news, sports, documentary, and live event production. With triple 1/2-inch 4K Exmor R CMOS sensors, the BIONZ XR image processing engine, and a dedicated AI processing unit, the PXW-Z300 delivers exceptional colour accuracy, low-noise performance, and 4K 60p recording — even in the most demanding shooting conditions.

World's first camcorder with C2PA video authentication

The Sony PXW-Z300 is the world's first camcorder to support the C2PA standard, embedding digital signatures directly into video files to verify authenticity and provenance. This is a critical capability for news organisations, broadcasters, and content teams operating in an era where content trust and verification matter more than ever.

Key features of the Sony PXW-Z300

• Triple 1/2-inch 4K Exmor R CMOS sensors — separate RGB chips for superior colour separation, low noise, and 4K 60p recording
• BIONZ XR image processor — Sony's fastest processing engine for real-time 4K with natural colour and deep depth of field
• AI-powered subject recognition autofocus — recognises subjects facing away, wearing masks, at distance, backlit, or in shade
• 17x optical zoom lens — 30.3–515mm equivalent, constant F1.9 aperture, with 1.5x digital extender in 4K and up to 4x in HD
• Electronic Variable ND filter — 1/4 to 1/128 for seamless exposure control in any lighting environment
• C2PA digital signature support — world's first camcorder to embed content authenticity metadata per frame
• XAVC Intra 4K/HD 4:2:2 10-bit recording plus XAVC Long, MPEG HD422, and HEVC MP4 proxy formats
• Flexible LCD Arm — three-axis articulation for shoulder, waist-level, and self-filming positions
• S-Cinetone, HLG, and custom 3D LUT support — import .cube files from memory card for full colour pipeline control
• 5G, Wi-Fi, and wired LAN connectivity — for live streaming via SRT/RTMP, cloud file transfer, and integration with Sony C3 Portal and Ci Media Cloud
• Dual CFexpress Type A + SDXC UHS-II card slots — relay and dual recording supported
• Four-channel audio recording via XLR inputs and Multi Interface Shoe
• USB Power Delivery support — run from a 100W USB-C PD source; compatible with Sony BP-U series batteries (BP-U35, BP-U70, BP-U100)
• Dust-proof and moisture-proof design for reliable field operation

Broadcast-grade workflow connectivity

The PXW-Z300 XDCAM camcorder is built for modern IP and cloud production workflows. Its enhanced networking supports chunk-format file transfer (sending clips to editors while still recording), live streaming via SRT and RTMP, and direct integration with Sony's C3 Portal and Ci Media Cloud platforms. Connect a smartphone or Sony PDT-FP1 portable data transmitter for immediate field-to-cloud file delivery.

Who is the Sony PXW-Z300 for?

The Sony PXW-Z300 is the ideal professional camcorder for:

• Broadcast news and ENG crews requiring fast, authenticated, field-ready footage
• Sports broadcasters needing reliable AI tracking and 4K 60p at distance
• Documentary filmmakers wanting cinema colour tools (S-Cinetone, HLG, custom LUTs) in a run-and-gun body
• Corporate and event videographers requiring versatile zoom range and multi-channel audio
• Live production teams integrating with cloud and 5G infrastructure

Sony PXW-Z300 specifications

Sensor	3× 1/2-inch 4K Exmor R CMOS (back-illuminated)
Image Processor	BIONZ XR + dedicated AI processing unit
Resolution	3840 × 2160 (UHD 4K) up to 60p
Lens	17× optical zoom, 30.3–515mm equiv., constant F1.9
ND Filter	Electronic variable ND (1/4 to 1/128)
Recording Formats	XAVC Intra 4K/HD 4:2:2 10-bit, XAVC Long, MPEG HD422, HEVC MP4 proxy
Media	Dual CFexpress Type A + SDXC UHS-II/UHS-I
Connectivity	12G-SDI, HDMI, USB-C, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Genlock I/O
Audio	4-channel XLR + Multi Interface Shoe
Monitor	3.5-inch high-brightness LCD (~2.76M dots), Flexible Arm
Battery	Sony BP-U series / USB-C PD (100W)
Authenticity	C2PA digital signature standard (world first)
Weather Sealing	Dust-proof and moisture-proof

Debuted at NAB Show 2026. The Sony PXW-Z300 represents Sony's most advanced XDCAM handheld camcorder, combining broadcast reliability, AI-powered intelligence, and industry-first content authentication in a single field-ready body.