Sony’s  FCB-H11 HD (High Definition) camera is now being upgraded to the versatile FCB-EV7100 Full HD camera.

Improvements by definition, are fundamentally advantageous, and Sony's state-of-the-art research and development succeed in staying ahead of any camera obsolescence. [caption id="attachment_6627" align="alignright" width="259"]FCB-EV7100 by Sony Replaces FCB-H11 Camera FCB-EV7100 by Sony Replaces FCB-H11 Camera[/caption] Comparisons allow the illustration of two items, as in these two remarkable cameras. Often it is beneficial to first see the similarities between the two. And while these two Full High Definition (HD) block cameras share some of the same quality characteristics, it is clear that the upgraded FCB-EV7100 camera really is the new kid on the block. With excellent HD picture quality, and the ability to maintain clarity even when faced with less than desirable lighting environments, the FCB-EV7100 camera’s progressive scan assures smoother pictures with reduced blur — ideal for capturing detail in moving images. And, with Sony’s well-respected FCB-H11 being upgraded to the FCB-EV7100 camera,  while valuable improvements result in an improved camera.  Perfect for inspection, video conferencing, cable TV broadcasting, and point-of-view (POV) applications, the FCB-EV7100 is additionally effective in parking lot and retail store security, where technological excellence in video recording is achieved.

Let’s begin with the two camera’s similarities.

Both cameras are equipped with 10x optical zoom (120x with optical zoom), internal synchronized systems, and exposure controls that cover Auto, Manual, Shutter priority, Iris priority, and Brightness. They both have back light compensation and a 16 step aperture control. Both have a 10 mm minimum object distance on the wide end, as well as automatic, one-push auto-focus, manual, infinity, Interval auto focus and zoom trigger auto focus. Both cameras are have slow shuttering speeds which permits additional light into the camera sensor, useful for low-light and night photography, and have camera mode display. Their SD (Standard Definition) video output remains the same: VBS (Video Burst Sync), Y/C; camera control interface for both is VISCA (CMOS 5 V level, and power requirements for both cameras are 6.0V to 12.0 V DC. [caption id="attachment_6626" align="alignright" width="264"]Sony FCB-H11 HD Video Camera Sony FCB-H11 HD Video Camera[/caption]

It’s the things that differ between the two cameras that make this enthusiastic alternate so exciting.

The FCB-H11 has a signaling system of 1080i: 59.94, 50; 720p:59.94, 50, and SD, with a 1/3-type CMOS imaging sensor for picture quality, while the FCB-EV7100 has stepped it up to 1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25; 1080i: 59.94, 50; 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 and SD, with a 1/2.8"-type Exmor™ CMOS (IMX136) imaging device. While both have a 10x optical zoom lens, the FCB-H11’s f is equal to 5.1mm to 51.0 mm (F1.8 to F2.1) , while the FCB-EV7100’s f equals 3.8 mm (wide) to 38 mm telephoto; F1.8 to F3. Horizontal viewing angle in the 1080 mode is 50° (wide) to 5.4° (telephoto) for the FCB-H11, the FCB-EV7100 has a greater horizontal viewing mode of 67.0°(wide end) to 7.6°(telephoto end). Minimum illumination number is certainly an important part of each cameras arsenal. Below shows the advancement the FCB-EV7100 camera has made in the least amount of light available to accomplish the perfect shot. And when it comes to additionally enhanced features, the FCB-EV7100 absolutely trumps the FCB-H11 with Wide-D, Defog and De-mist (by VE), noise reduction (2D and 3D), privacy zone masking (polygonal, spherical and mosaic), temperature readout and title display. It has motion detection, alarm picture effects and slow AE-all of these, of which the FCB-H11 has none.

A few comparisons between these two remarkable cameras:

FCB-EV7100 FCB-H11
Camera Control Interface VISCA protocol (CMOS 5V level); Baud rate: 9.6 Kbps, 19.2 Kbps, 38.4 Kbps, 115.2 Kbps, Stop bit: 1 bit VISCA (TTL signal level)Baud rate: 9.6 Kb/s19.2 Kb/s38.4 Kb/sStop bit: 1 bit
Minimum Object Distance 10 mm (wide end) to 800 mm (tele end) (Default: 320 mm) 10 mm (wide) to 800 mm (tele)
Electronic Shuttering 1/1 s to 1/10,000 s, 22 steps 1/2 to 1/10000 s, 21 steps
Effective Pixels Approx. 2.38 Mega Pixels Approx. 2000000 pixels
White balance Auto, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, Outdoor Auto, Sodium Vapor Lamp (Fix/Auto/Outdoor Auto), One-push, Manual AutoIndoorOutdoorOne-pushManual
Picture Effects E-Flip, Nega Art, Black & White, Mirror image, Color enhancement Nega ArtBlack & WhitePicture Freeze
Minimum Illumination Color: 1.6 lx (F1.8, AGC on, 1/30 s) High Sensitivity Mode Color: 0.35 lx (F1.8, AGC on, 1/30 s) 12 lx (F1.8 50IRE)1.0 lx (ICR ON F1.8, 50IRE)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 1-3/16 x 1-1/16 x 3-1/8 inches(45.6 mm x 48.8 mm x 78.0 mm) 1-7/8 x 1-3/4 x 2-7/8 inches(47.2 x 43.1 x 72.2 mm)
Weight Approx. 7.4 ounces (210 g) Approx. 4.2 ounces (120 g)
Even though the Sony FCB-H11 10x Zoom HD Block Camera is being retired, it's replacement will definitely carry on its legacy while adding substantial improvements because the FCB-EV7100 offers features the FCB-H11 just doesn’t have. Aegis Electronic Group, Inc. is able to fulfill all industrial camera requirements, and has the FCB-EV7100 immediately available for sale. Please note, that the Sony FCB-H11 HD camera is being discontinued, and time is of the essence. Purchase orders for the FCB-H11 will be honored no later than October 15, 2015, with orders scheduled until March 31, 2016. Call Aegis Electronic Group, Inc. quickly, so all professional camera replacement needs for the FCB-H11 can be met promptly and expertly.