Sony Trinicon HVC-2200/SL-2000 Portable Betamax Test Footage (1981)
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- Опубликовано: 18 сен 2024
- Here is some footage I shot with my Sony Trinicon HVC-2200 color video camera and portapak SL-2000 Betamax recorder. This HVC-2200 was manufactured in December 1981.
Compared to the HVC-2800 (which I have previously featured on this channel), the HVC-2200 is an older camera, released in May 1980. It features a 2/3" MF Trinicon tube as it's image sensor, basically a standard vidicon tube (not a Saticon, unlike the 2800). The color is also black compared to white (which I like better). There are some other differences between the HVC-2200 and HVC-2800, such as the lens and white balance/tint control. But mostly, they use the same chassis, so some parts are interchangeable, but not many.
Sadly, this footage was all shot without a tripod, and sadly most of the shots aren't stable, but I guess that's the point of test footage.
Recorded on Sony SL-2000 at BII speed, onto NOS L-750HG tape. Played back on the same SL-2000, captured using Sony DCR-TRV520 Digital8 Handycam. Transferred to PC using Firewire. Minor editing done in VirtualDub. Footage deinterlaced to 60p and upscaled to 1080p in StaxRip. Final editing done on Abode Premiere CC 2018, along with minor audio editing (mono to stereo) Abode Audition CC 2018.
that night footage rules. I’ve been meaning to bring one of my tube cameras out at night for a while. The comet tails are gorgeous imo
Hahaha I got this same setup! I really love the 80s home movies aesthetic this camera gives!
Ngl, a satisfying camera. Not the best quality but really smooth!
1:46 so cool, how the lights now leave chemtrails across the video.
That's caused by the lag in the vidicon tube, it takes multiple scans (or frames) of the scanning beam to fully discharge the target. Basically a vidicon tube acts like a CRT TV in reverse, there's a scanning beam that scans your image from the lens. Tube cameras always have that effect. Modern image sensors such as CCDs and CMOS sensors don't have that.
@@KylesDigitalLab I am told the early video cams don't do well in low light so that explains that.
My dad bought a HVC-3000P when I was a kid to film loads of amateur theatre shows on. Still have it. :-) I've picked up a 4000p in the years since. Almost the same camera - slightly better colour adjustment.
Good video
Just picked up a fully working SL-2000 for cheap, and fully intend to buy a camera for it at some point. What did you do about the battery? My NP-1 is so dead that hitting the charge button causes the clock in the timer unit to reset.
Nice job getting one for cheap! You'll have to rebuild the battery, I had mine rebuilt by Battery Giant. You could re-cell it yourself, but I believe it's risky if you don't know what you're doing, you could cause a fire or explode the battery.
UNLIKE the DXC-1610 this is a FINE camera that works great! 👍
Very cool thank for 60fpw
HE LEARNED HOW TO PROPERLY WHITE BALANCE...my baby is all grown up :)
Funny enough this footage was shot before I even had my HVC-2800. The white balance system is different between the 2200 and 2800.
@@KylesDigitalLab shhhhhhhhhhh
Hi I have hitachi vt-8e vhs but I have a problem… Tuner works fine but when i try to power the vhs tuner just shuts off… Do you myb know how to fix that ?
Most likely the capacitors are failing, those Hitachi portables were plagued with horrible quality caps that fail and leak corrosive fluid all over the board. Of course you can try to recap the boards but it's just not worth it.
@@KylesDigitalLab the problem is that all fuses and all capacitors are completely normal there are no inflated capacitors .
@@ninosubotic04 Are you trying to use just the VHS unit or attempting to hook it up to a camera?
light trails 👌
Nice
How did you power the SL-2000 while walking around outside?
I paid a store to re-build the original NP-1 battery pack with new cells.
@@KylesDigitalLabis it expensive? I got a perfectly working SL-2000 and HVC-2200 that would be fun to take around and shoot 80s style home movies on BTW I’ll give the DXC-1610 search a 3rd shot in 2024
@@oldradiosnphonographs I think it's about $30-50 to pay someone to put new cells in. I actually did an NP-11 rebuild by myself using a soldering iron and while it was a pain to get the top cover of the battery on (I had to remove material with a dremel) It does work
Have you got any tips for getting ahold of old tube cameras like this? I really wanna get my hands on one but i can never find any on places like ebay that i know will work off of the bat, the idea of reparing something so complex doesnt seem to fun to me.
Shopgoodwill.com is your best bet. That is where I got all my Sony HVC cameras. Sellers on eBay want a lot for these older cameras. Shopgoodwill is auction based but you can find really good deals, like I managed to get an HVC-2500 for $20 including shipping, unsure if I works though.
Another good place is Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist, local listings are always a great place to look. You might find somebody who just wants to get rid of an old camera. Recycling places I've read are good but there are none around my city.
In fact, the only cameras I've bought off eBay is my Panasonic PK-959 and WV-3230 (no longer have the 3230 though). It's not really the best place to get tube cameras IMO.
As for repair, since these tube cameras don't have any moving parts (expect for the power zoom and autofocus) the only problems you'll find are electrical. Sadly, the most common issue for a tube camera being broken is that the actual tube has failed, in that case the tube will need to be replaced which is almost impossible. You'll have to find an exact replacement, and installing it is extremely hard and I wouldn't even attempt it. It's always a gamble when you buy vintage cameras. Sure you can get great deals but there's always the risk. But usually, the cameras work fine. I've only had a few non-working cameras in my time collecting.
@@KylesDigitalLab i see i see, facebook marketplace ive thought of in the past but never got around to it since for some reason facebook just doesnt let me use it, might be a thing to do with my account being new though, ill deffo check out all of these places either way, thank you for insight
its also quite reassuring to know repairing a camera shouldnt be too much of a hassle if i ever need to, getting it back together is deffo the most daunting thing to me but thats an easy one to overcome
Hi, i want to buy a hcv-3000p and am just wondering what type of port/vcr do i need for the cable
Usually you need portable sony u-matic or betamax recorder with sony K-Type connector, howewer you can find the Sony CMA-1010 adaptor which converts K-Type connector to standard 10 pin EIAJ
@@Wiktor_Brogowski sorry for responding late, and thank you very much for the help!
@@fletzyproductions1190 No problem. Glad i could help.
This is so sick. I bought a Sony DXC-1800p but I looking for informations to make it works, I would be very happy to talk about those cameras ! The HVC3000 is like 20 euros here in france. I would like to try to make those camera working on good battery and recording on SD card to Upscale the quality. I would appreciate a lot to discuss with someone having the same interest. What do you think ?
Very nice video by the way, thank you for improving the samples quantity of those camera.
Ah the DXC-1800, I want one. If you have a Discord we can chat.
As for getting it to work does it come with any cables? As far as I know, you need a 10-pin cable to power the DXC-1800 and get video out of it. The camera runs of 12V which is pretty standard on these cameras.
@@KylesDigitalLab I don't have discord but maybe I will download it soon. It's a 14 pin cable ! How do you make yours working outdoor ?
@@lecotebizarre you’ll need a high end beta max vcr
@@clarksters88 Actually U-Matic, the only high-end Betamax portable they made was the SLO-340 which used a 10-pin connector. I believe there were some U-Matic portables that used the 14-pin connector.
Nice! would you sell this camera? i m looking for one fully operational!
I am not selling any of my cameras, but if you want to buy a Sony HVC-2200 or other models, they do show up on shopgoodwill and eBay from time to time. Usually they are fully functional, but you do run the risk of buying one with a dead or worn tube. You will also need a portable Betamax VTR with a 14-pin connector to operate the camera.
I'll leave this reply for future readers. There is sony CMA-1010 adaptor which converts K-Type connector to standard 10 pin EIAJ.
Is there any way to power this camera without plugging into the SL-2000? If so how can it be done? If you have instagram or something I’d love to chat, I just purchased this camera.
Yes, there is a separate standalone power supply (Sony HVA-220) that you can plug the camera into and it will give you standard RCA composite output. I can't find one on eBay right now. MrBetamax wants $95 for one, which I find slightly unreasonable.
@@KylesDigitalLab hm yes, thanks for the info. Any idea if the HVA 200 would work too?
@@KylesDigitalLabfollow up to this, I purchased a HVA-200 for 30$ + shipping and it is working great!
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