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$9495.00
with sound, manual/auto exposure
Shipping, import fees, VAT additional
 

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The QuickSilver-16 HD incorporates a built-in HD camera for direct scanning off the enlarged gate for access to 100% of the film frame. Unlike other transfer units that crop the image and shoot off the softer, base side of the film with a standard definition 1CCD camera limited to about 490 lines, the QuickSilver-16 HD scans off the sharper, emulsion side of the film at full 1080i using a CMOS hi-definition sensor containing almost 3 million pixels for maximum clarity. The built-in HD camera bypasses the condenser lens and mirror assembly for increased resolution and a smaller footprint, allowing the installation of the QuickSilver-16 HD into the tightest of workspaces, without regard to lighting conditions. A diffused light source reduces the appearance of scratches, and fewer optical surfaces to keep clean means less maintenance and increased productivity. The QuickSilver-16 HD comes with a super bright, ultra-cool LED light source that will protect the film from burning or warpage. A handy, jumbo LCD confidence monitor and unique, precision lens control makes focusing a snap. It uses the uncompressed HD output of the camera to bypass compression artifacts typical of HDV. The QuickSilver-16 HD has auto exposure or manual exposure via a handy remote. An on-panel preset lets you fine tune the exposure for maximum shadow and highlight detail in the film. Audio outputs are common RCA connectors.

Our unique virtual shutter allows for two built-in running speeds: NTSC can be run at 15 or 24fps. PAL can be run at 16.66 or 25fps. Easy to use controls limit the need for specialized labor. Due to the larger mass of 16mm reels, this unit has sprockets but also incorporates a lighting quick shut-off in case of lost loop, thus minimizing the potential for film damage, compared to some other units. Manual slot load and unload of the film in mid-reel is a breeze. Capturing in HD offers the clearest, most crisp picture possible next to a Rank transfer and why MovieStuff telecine units are number one, worldwide.

Technical stuff:

The image on the built-in monitor is oriented correctly for ease of use but the actual, recorded HD image from the Sniper-16 HD is upside down and will have to be flipped vertically through a switcher or, more typically, on your NLE at the time of editing or when you author your BluRay disc. This is a simple one time key-stoke that should add no additional time in post. Capture from the Sniper-16HD is via component HD and will require a Mac or PC that has that capability. We recommend a PC or Mac using the BlackMagic Decklink Extreme capture card and a fast, internal two drive Raid-0 array for capture. Email for exact computer requirements, if desired. As an alternative, you can purchase a Mac or PC with the BlackMagic card already installed from MicroSearch in Houston, Texas. You will need to contact them for current pricing.

The Sniper-16 HD has a maximum capacity of 2400 feet (take up reel included) and comes pre-mounted on a convenient base. For international use on 220VAC, requires a transformer that ouputs 110-120VAC at 250 watts. Audio outputs are line level via standard RCA connector.
 

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