LDX C82 Compact Elite
1080i/1080PsF/720p Advanced Imaging Compact Camera with Optional HDR
The LDX C82 Compact Elite provides the same image performance and all of the control features of the LDX 82 Series of high-quality broadcast system camera in a smaller mechanical package. This produces the same level of quality in areas and from angles that can be very space constrained. Providing 1080i and 720p and optional HDR, the LDX C82 Compact Elite offers a software upgrade to the 1080p LDX C82 Compact WorldCam.

FEATURES
LDX Compact Elite (can be upgraded to LDX C82 Compact WorldCam) | LDX Compact WorldCam (available as a software upgrade license only) | |
Imager | Next-generation Xensium-FT | |
Sensitivity @ 2000 lux | F12 typical (all 50 Hz modes) / F11 typical (all 59.94 Hz modes) | |
S/N ratio | 62 dB (typical) | |
Increased sensitivity | ✔ | ✔ |
Improved digital noise reduction | ✔ | ✔ |
TrueTexture: texture is preserved throughout all processing parameters | ✔ | ✔ |
Switchable video formats: 1080i50/59.94 and 720p50/59.94 | ||
Switchable video formats: 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97 (artistic), 1080i50/59.94, 720p50/59.94 | ✔ | |
Switchable video formats: 1080p50/59.94 (3G), 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97 (artistic), 1080i50/59.94, 720p50/59.94 | ✔ | |
Optional RGB 4:4:4 1080i outputs | ✔ | ✔ |
Effortless 1080p50/59.94 acquisition with no increased lighting requirement | ✔ | |
Suitability for 3D productions | ✔ | ✔ |
Support of BT.2020 wide color gamut | ✔ | ✔ |
Native HDR support using SMPTE ST 2084 and HLG | Optional | Optional |
ArtTouch: smart coupling of video control functions | ✔ | ✔ |
Perfect picture matching across the complete LDX Series as well as the LDK installed base | ✔ | ✔ |
Camera head with easy access to control buttons, including the new PickMe button | ✔ | ✔ |
CLASS: advanced electronic lens error correction | ✔ | ✔ |
Standard secondary color corrector (two-color) | ||
Advanced secondary color corrector (up to six sets for color hue, saturation and luminance adjustment) | ✔ | ✔ |
Compatible with C2IP control systems | ✔ | ✔ |
Second motorized optical filter wheel with 4P-star and soft focus | ✔ | ✔ |
Dynamic aperture correction | ✔ | ✔ |
Dynamic contour equalizer | ✔ | ✔ |
Power curve gamma control | ✔ | ✔ |
Depth of field indicator | ✔ | ✔ |
* Multiple licenses may be purchased to upgrade on a perpetual or 7-day term basis.
The B.O.W.L. (bunch of weekly licenses) licensing option allows users to preorder any number of 7-day licenses and activate them as needed.
SPECIFICATIONS
General
Power: Approx. 30W (typical, depends on operational mode)
Temperature range: -20° to +45°C (-4° to 113°F) (operating)
Water protection: Compliant to IPX0
Weight: approx. 2.5 kg (5.1 lbs.)
Dimensions (approx.):
- Width: 113 mm (4.45 in.)
- Depth: 156 mm (6.14 in.)
- Height: 140 mm (5.51 in.)
Camera
Pick-up device: 3 x 2/3" Xensium-FT CMOS
Picture elements: 1920x1080
Smear: no vertical smear
Shutter: no mechanical shutter
Optical system: F1.4 prism
Lens mount: 2/3" Bayonet type
Optical filter wheels: 2x motorized wheels
Optical filters on first wheel: clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND
Optical filters on second wheel: clear, 4P-star, soft focus
Electronic color correction: 3200°K, 5600°K, 7500°K, FL, 2 AWB presets, Var, continuous auto white
Exposure: electronic exposure down to 1/1000 sec
Video Modes
LDX C82 Compact Elite switchable formats: 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97, 1080i50/59.94 & 720p50/59.94
Sensitivity at 2000 lux:
- F12.0 (1080i50, 720p50 and 1080p50)
- F11.0 (1080i59.94, 720p59.94 and 1080p59.94)
- F18.0 (1080PsF23.98/24/25)
- F16.0 (1080PsF29.97)
S/N ratio: 62 dB typical
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Modulation depth: 60% (typical) at 800 TV lines (27 MHz) in 1080i50/59.94 & 720p50/59.94 modes
Digital resolution: Floating point A/D conversion with 16-bit performance and with 34-bit processing in RGB
Horizontal resolution: >1,000 TV lines
Gain selection: -6 dB to +18 dB in 3 dB steps (user-definable presets) or continuous master gain
Connectivity
Lens iris connector: 12-pin female Hirose (front)
Lens zoom/focus connector: 12-pin male Hirose (front)
USB: GV-eLicense, scene files, service
HDMI: viewing
Ethernet RJ-45: C2IP camera control
Tally control/RS-232/RS-422/Private data: D-connector – 15-pin
4x HD/3G SDI outputs: BNC 0.8 Vp-p, 75Ω, SMPTE ST 292, 424/425
HD-SDI monitoring video output: BNC 0.8 Vp-p, 75Ω, SMPTE ST 292, 424/425
Genlock input: BNC CVBS/BB/tri-level
Power input: XLR-4 male (10.5-17 VDC)
Control Buttons and LED Indications
- PickMe
- Menu control: menu select,rotary control
- Color bar button
- Info button
- Filter wheel selection
- Standard file recall
- 2 user assignable buttons
- 2 digit display: Power on, camera number
- Tally LEDs: On Air; ISO; Call
Notes:
For the LDX Compact C82 WorldCam, a perpetual GV-eLicense for 10-bit RGB 4:4:4 outputs in 1080i is available.
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OPTIONS INFORMATION
Perpetual license: Perpetual upgrade to the next camera in the range
HDR perpetual license: Perpetual license for the addition of true 15 F-stop HDR operation in all single speed formats for all LDX C82 Compact Series camera heads is available. (7-day HDR licenses are not available.)
7-day term license: 7-day (weekly) term upgrade to the next camera in the rangeThe unique GV-eLicense program from Grass Valley offers users the ultimate flexibility to initially invest in a camera that offers a minimum feature set and upgrade to a more advanced feature set when needed. It is a future-proof concept which helps to secure the investment in new technology and shifts CAPEX to OPEX.
Multiple licenses may be purchased to upgrade cameras. Multiple 7-day term licenses may be purchased for extended 7-day term upgrades. The B.O.W.L. licensing system provides a way to preorder any number of 7-day licenses and activate them whenever needed without having to place individual orders. No credit is given for the purchase of 7-day term licenses towards the purchase of a perpetual license.
ORDERING INFORMATION
LDX C82 WorldCam available as software upgrade only