Camera options for aerial broadcast on tethered aircraft with 6lb weight limit

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2013Cameras (Film/Video/HD) forum

13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

The Sony HDC-P1 with an ENG lens was successfully flown on a tethered aircraft for broadcast testing, though the total weight approached 9lbs and requires both Cat5 and 75ohm coax cables running down the tether.
The sinaCAM is designed for tethered aircraft use and has the advantage of requiring only a single cable connection down the tether rather than multiple cables.
Camera selection must balance weight constraints with operational requirements like image quality and remote control capability for broadcast applications.

The Sony HDC-P1 setup exceeded the stated 6lb weight limit, making it marginal for the requirement.
Availability of rental equipment like the sinaCAM in specific regions may be limited.
The discussion does not confirm whether either camera solution was ultimately used for the May event in Hawaii.
Multiple cable requirements for some cameras create practical challenges for tethered aircraft operations.