MARSHALL CV380-CS
SPECIFICATIONS Price: £1558/$1399 body only Sensor Size: 8.5megapixels, 1/2.5in, 4:2:2 Formats: 4K 4096x2160p, 3840x2160p, UHD 3840x2160p @30/29.97/25/24/23.98fps HD (Progressive): 1080p/720p@60/ 59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98fps HD (Interlaced): 1920x1080i @60/ 59.94/50fps Focus: Manual LensMount: CS/C-mount for varifocal or fixed lenses Screen: None Controls: Remote adjust and match through RS485 (Visca) or OSDmenu joystick Adjustments: White-balance/gain/ pedestal (blacks)/exposure/gamma Audio: TRS stereo audio inputs, mic and line level Connectivity: 6G-SDI (single BNC), HDMI 1.4 outputs Dimensions (WxHxD): 72x64x64mm/2.8x2.5x2.5in Marshall has been making compact, mini-cameras with pro SDI sockets for several years, but the CV380-CS is the first of its cameras to record in UHD which makes it a more future-proof buy. And with a USB socket to upgrade firmware in future, it should give years of service. It’s a basic, small camera with no external controls but shoots 4K Performance: 8 From a small sensor and basic lens, the results are surprising Handling: 8 One you’ve got the remote set up it works well Value forMoney: 8 It’s not cheap but is built to last and is rugged PROMOVIEMAKERRATING: 8/10 Adds real production value to your live stream Pros: A rugged 4K camera that’s tiny with pro-spec SDI Cons: Needs an external power supply and screen to be usable HOW IT RATES Features: 7
And there are vents to stop it overheating, which means there is no weatherproofing. You’d need a cover for external use. Compared to other similar-style Marshall cameras, the body has been redesigned to make it even more durable; the rear now has two protruding wings to protect the rear connectors. If you were to use the SDI port, HDMI socket, multi- functional I/O and iris control, it would be easy to knock one of the connections out. This new design helps prevent this.
software which gives a wide range of adjustment settings. The nomenclature shows Marshall’s TV background as you can adjust paint (red/blue), gain, pedestal (blacks), gamma, and the more conventional white-balance and exposure. As the camera shoots in 4K, it’s good for capturing a very wide scene and then you can crop in to give an HD view, if you need it. The body of the CV380-CS is solidly made frommetal, rather than plastic.
ABOVE The Marshall CV380-CS takes interchangeable lenses thanks to its CS/C lens mount
THE VERDICT For small production companies looking at
bigger units can’t. And with a variety of ways to control the camera, such as via a remote laptop or using a cable plugged into a monitor, it’s pretty easy to use and can be rigged in different ways. There are plenty of lenses and accessories available for the camera at inexpensive prices, too. Essentially it’s a professional TV-style mini camera that shoots in 4K and would be a great addition to any livestreamed event. And at the price, there is very little competition.
getting into multi-camera livestreaming, it makes lots of sense to have a mix of handheld cameras used by cameramen and some fixed cameras to switch to when the mobile cameras are on the move. If you’re recording a sporting event for example, a fixed camera like the Marshall could be left in place pointed at the winners’ podium and switched to when needed. Or left in place to show a wide general view of the location – ideal for when graphics are being used. With the camera being so small, it can be put in places
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