Z Cam E2 Professional 4k Cinema Camera
- Product Code: ga187923
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The Z CAM E2 Professional 4K Cinema Camera shoots DCI and UHD 4K at up to 160 fps, as well as HD up to 240 fps, and records to a CFast 2.0 card (not included). An optional cable enables syncing two E2 cameras together, and the system supports syncing up to 100 cameras. The camera features a 4/3" sensor with 10-bit color support and nominal 13 stops of dynamic range with 16 stops when set to WDR. The camera supports recording in ProRes 422 in 10-bit, as well as H.265 and H.264 codecs for efficient compressing of your image.
An included Gigabit connector provides data transfer and control of the camera, and you can also use an available iOS app to control the camera and to view a live image preview. You can also control it locally by the buttons along the front edge of the camera. The camera powers from an L-series battery (not included) or via the included AC adapter.
DCI and UHD 4K up to 160 fps 13-Stop Dynamic Range (16 WDR Enabled) 10-Bit Color Recording, Supports ProRes 4/3" WDR CMOS Sensor Multicamera Synchronization Gigabit Ethernet for Data, Control Live Streaming via Ethernet iOS App for Control and Live Preview Accepts Optional L-Series Batteries AC Power Adapter Included
Key Specs | |
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Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 10.28 Megapixel |
Image Sensor | 17.3 x 13 mm (4/3"-TypeFour Thirds) CMOS |
Image Stabilization | No |
ISO Sensitivity Range | 160 to 25,600 (Extended: 80 to 12,800) |
Internal Recording Modes | ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps ProRes 422 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 48.00 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 48.00 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps ProRes 422LT 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 59.94 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps ProRes 422 Proxy 4:2:2 4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 59.94 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps H.265 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 4096 x 1728 up to 150 fps 3840 x 2160 at 24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 3840 x 1620 up to 160 fps 3312 x 2760 up to 59.94 fps 2704 x 1600 up to 160 fps 2696 x 2772 at 23.98/24.00/29.97/50/59.94 fps [230 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/240 fps [200 Mb/s] H.264 8-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 3696 x 2772 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [230 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/240 fps [200 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | No |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: CFast (CFast 2.0) |
Video I/O | 1x HDMI 2.0 Output |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: iOS Only |
Battery Type | Sony L-Series |
Imaging | |
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 10.28 Megapixel |
Image Sensor | 17.3 x 13 mm (4/3"-TypeFour Thirds) CMOS |
Image Stabilization | No |
Built-In ND Filter | No |
Capture Type | Video Only |
Exposure Control | |
Shutter Type | Electronic Rolling Shutter |
ISO Sensitivity Range | 160 to 25,600 (Extended: 80 to 12,800) |
Advertised Dynamic Range | 13 Stops |
Video Capture | |
Internal Recording Modes | ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 29.97 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps ProRes 422 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 48.00 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 48.00 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps ProRes 422LT 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 59.94 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps ProRes 422 Proxy 4:2:2 4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps 3696 x 2772 up to 59.94 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 120 fps H.265 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 4096 x 1728 up to 150 fps 3840 x 2160 at 24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 3840 x 1620 up to 160 fps 3312 x 2760 up to 59.94 fps 2704 x 1600 up to 160 fps 2696 x 2772 at 23.98/24.00/29.97/50/59.94 fps [230 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/240 fps [200 Mb/s] H.264 8-Bit 4096 x 2160 up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 3840 x 2160 up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/120 fps [230 Mb/s] 3696 x 2772 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [230 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080p up to 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/240 fps [200 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | No |
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | Yes |
Built-In Microphone | Stereo |
IP Streaming | Yes |
Interface | |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: CFast (CFast 2.0) |
Video I/O | 1x HDMI 2.0 Output |
Audio I/O | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Output 1x LEMO 5-Pin Microphone Input |
Power I/O | 1x LEMO 2-Pin (12VDC at 5 A) Input |
Other I/O | 1x USB-C 1x LEMO 10-Pin (Sync) 1x DE-9/DB-9 (RS-232) 1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini (LANC) Control 1x RJ45 (LAN) |
Wireless | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: iOS Only |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | No |
Viewfinder | |
Type | Optional, Not Included |
Focus | |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Flexible, Focus Lock AF Area Mode, Manual Focus |
Environmental | |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C |
General | |
Battery Type | Sony L-Series |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1/4"-20 Female |
Accessory Mounting Thread | 8x 1/4"-20 |
Material of Construction | Aluminum |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 3.6 x 3.9 x 3.5" / 91.2 x 99.2 x 89.1 mm (Without Protrusions) |
Weight | 1.67 lb / 757 g |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 4.59 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 10.8 x 10 x 4.9" |
- All resolution and frame rate combinations now support ProRes 422 recording (except C8K 2.4:1)
- ProRes proxy records in separate files
- Preview and in-camera playback with 3D LUT banding issue fixed
- External SSD recording through USB performance is improved
- UVC (USB camera) bug fixes
- You can record DCI/UHD 4K at up to 160 fps or 1080p at up to 240 fps, for up to the limit of your recording media's capacity
- Triple native ISO 80/160/800
- 13 stops of dynamic range using ZLog, and 16 stops of dynamic range in WDR mode
- Built-in multi-frame noise reduction technology to produce clean footage
- H.265 (10-bit color) internal recording on CFast 2.0 card
- 10-bit ProRes recording in 422 HQ, 422, 422 LT, and 422 Proxy is supported
- Video output through HDMI 2.0 is supported (up to DCI 4K at 60 fps, 10-bit color, YUV 422)
- Full-metal housing for efficient heat dissipation
- USB-C port for live view and control via iOS device with Z Camera app installed
- The USB-C port can also be used for external SSD recording
- Ethernet port for live view, control, and file transfer to a browser or a computer running Z CAM software
- HTTP API and SDK are also available
- COM (RS232) port supports UART protocol
- LANC port for remote control including power on/off
- Pixel-level multicamera sync can be achieved for up to 100 devices—requires optional cable(s)
Z Camera is a mobile application for camera live preview and control through Wi-Fi/USB cable connection. It allows you to start/stop recording and adjust the camera settings remotely, and also has advanced features on the camera live preview. It can be downloaded from the Apple App Store.
- Made from aluminum for strength and heat dissipation
- Nine threaded mounting holes around the outside chassis
- Sensor plane marking for accurate distance measurements
- Powers from included AC/DC adapter or optional L-series batteries
- Active MFT mount
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. Is WDR enabled in 8-bit internal recording?
A: We're afraid not. According to Z Cam WDR is only enabled for 10 Bit recording.
Q: 2. Does this camera simultaneously output HDMI when internally recording?
A: Yes the Z CAM E2 Professional 4K Cinema Camera HDMI output would be live and support external recorders and displays.
Q: 3. Does the Z Cam E2 have clean HDMI out?
A: Yes, this has a Clean HDMI output.
Q: 4. Is the camera on par with Red?
A: The Z CAM E2 Professional 4K Cinematic Camera is an extremely cost effective option for its price point and features as it can record in ProRes at a high dynamic range.
Q: 5. I know the camera is capable of recording slow-motion 120fps, but is it capable of recording real-time 120fps?
A: A camera that shoots 120FPS has recorded 120 frames in that second. What happens next is up to post production. Normally you play it back at 24 or 30 FPS and that is why it looks slow. If you shoot at 120FPS and play back at that speed, it looks normal. If you have further questions e-mail us. provideo@bhphoto.com
Q: 6. What picture profile presets does this come with?
A: We do not have a full list available of the presets that this camera comes with. However it does offer a ZLog Profile and has a WDR mode.
Q: 7. Does The ZCam E2 have unlimited runtime? or will it automatically shut off?
A: Yes it does. The ZCam E2 will record for as long as the media and recording setting allow.
Q: 8. is the internal H265 10 bit recording 4:2:0 or 4:2:2?
A: Pro Res is 4:2:2 10-Bit while H.265 is 10-Bit 4:2:0.
Q: 9. 4K120fps ProRes RAW with Ninja+, is it true with the Z-CAM E2 with latest Firmware 0.98.2? I only see 60fps with the
A: Yes, The Atomos Ninja V+ will support 120p recording rates with the Zcam E2. Please make sure the latest firmware is on both the Ninja V+ and your camera. Also check the recording mode you are working in. See this Atomos chart https://bit.ly/3t7g2fc
Q: 10. All the recording specs are stated as internal recording. Can all those same formats also be recorded via USB-C to an external SSD, especially the 120 fps in both H.265 10bit and H.264 8bit?
A: The USB Type-C port can also be used for external SSD recording we presume at the same specs.
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