Ikegami announced that Video Equipment Rentals has added four new Ikegami HDK-97ARRI cameras to its inventory. The HDK-97ARRI is a broadcast-style production camera with digital cinema characteristics. The HDK-97ARRI makes it possible to employ a large format sensor in multiple camera operation, resulting in a best of both worlds image acquisition system ideal for use in multi-camera studio and field applications.

Broadcasters and content producers are benefitting from the unprecedented combination of features in the HDK-97 ARRI. Centered around ARRI's Super 35mm CMOS sensor with its associated support circuitry, the system provides such cinematic qualities as shallow depth-of-focus, exceptional dynamic range, and progressive frame rates like 23.98 pence. Meanwhile, broadcast-grade distribution is enabled with the latest in Ikegami technology, through fiber transmission using up to 2 km SMPTE hybrid fiber/copper camera cable.