Is Sonys XDCAM professional disc the same as the Blu-ray disc?
No. While the disc size, laser color, track pitch, and recording density are all the same, the similarities end there. XDCAM is a pro-level product and the discs are formatted to enable recording of professional formats, including MPEG IMX, DVCAM, and most recently XDCAM HD. The Professional Disc employs a unique chemical makeup for the record layer to enable optimum functionality with XDCAM equipment. Unlike the most recent generation of the consumer Blu-ray disc, the Professional Disc is enclosed in a sealed, protective cartridge to guard the content from the adverse environmental conditions often associated with professional use.
