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Panasonic AG-DVX100 Professional Mini DV Camcorder
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AG-B15 AC Adapter,
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DC Cable,
Wireless Remote Control,
CR-2025 Battery for Remote,
VMG-1458 Viewfinder Eyecup,
VYC-0870 Microphone Holder,
VYC-0890 Microphone Holder Adapter,
Screws x 4,
VYC-3891 Shoulder Strap,
AY-DVMCL Cleaning Tape.
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The AG-DVX100 is the *worlds first handheld DV 24p camcorder. Representing a revolutionary leap in digital video technology, the palm-size AG-DVX100 is equipped with three, newly developed 1/3" 410,000-pixel progressive-scan CCD's that allow the camcorder to capture high-quality images in both standard 30fps (frames-per-second) NTSC (interlace scan) and 24fps progressive scan. Twenty-four frames per second is the frame rate that many primetime programs, television commercials and independent movies originate in. The AG-DVX100 utilizes a standard mini-DV cassette.
Features:
- New 410,000-Pixel, 3CCD Image System Provides F11 Sensitivity for Superior Image Quality
Panasonic designed the AG-DVX100 to deliver the highest sensitivity and picture quality in its class. At its heart is a 3CCD RGB system comprising three 1/3-inch, 410,000-pixel progressive CCDs developed especially for broadcast and professional applications. The new on-chip lens design achieves high F11 sensitivity, allowing the AG-DVX100 to record in light as dim as below three lux, for example, in nighttime news gathering. Picture quality is outstanding, with a high S/N ratio that means less noise in darker parts of the image and low smear that allows shooting in sunlight or under bright spotlights.
- Wide-Angle/Zoom Lens Answers Professional Needs
Previous handheld video cameras lacked sufficient wide-angle capabilities for professional applications. To make up for this shortcoming, videographers often had to carry a big, heavy wideangle conversion lens. The AG-DVX100 eliminates this problem with a newly developed zoom lens that also covers the wide-angle range that professionals need most. Extending all the way to 4.5mm (equivalent to 32.5mm on a 35mm lens), the lens captures wideangle shots for news close-ups, recording in small rooms, and selfrecorded interviews. And because there's no need to haul around a wide-angle conversion lens, you get the full benefit of the handheld camera's outstanding mobility.
- Superb Image Rendering with the Leica Dicomar™ Lens
The AG-DVX100's Leica Dicomar™ lens incorporates the optical technology of Leica Camera AG, creator of many world-renowned cameras and lenses. This fine lens system employs 15 lens elements in 11 groups, including two aspherical lenses, to render sharp, crisp images with subtle nuances and remarkable shading. A Leica multicoating process is also applied to the lenses to reduce flare and ghosts. The Leica Dicomar™ lens is manufactured under a quality control process authorized by Leica Camera AG. It meets the strict Leica quality standards for resolution, contrast and other characteristics.
- Optical Image Stabilizer Compensates for Hand Shaking
The AG-DVX100's OIS compensates for the slight hand shaking that occurs when shooting with a handheld camera. A gyrosensor detects hand shake and sends signals to a linear motor, which adjusts the lens to compensate. Because this process takes place prior to the CCD image capture rather than in the downstream electronic processing, the OIS virtually eliminates any effect of hand shake on resolution and screen angle. The OIS is also extremely effective in dim lighting and when zooming. Because the processing is done in real-time at 480 operations/sec, there are virtually no unnatural afterimages or visible interpolation effects.
- Highly Reliable DV Mechanism
Panasonic chose a DV mechanism for the AG-DVX100 because of its superior mobility, low running costs, extended recording capability, and easy tape availability. However, for the AG-DVX100 we developed a greatly enhanced, vastly more reliable mechanism than the ones used in home DV cameras and recorders. To minimize dropout and head clogging, we incorporated the same forward cleaning head and automatic head cleaning function found in DVCPRO models. The sturdy loading system allows quick tape changes.
- World's First 24p Mode and Cine-Like Gamma — Handheld Camera for Filmmakers
The AG-DVX100 is the world's first handheld camera designed with cinema specifications. With its superb, film-like picture quality, the AG-DVX100 stands as a revolutionary development for independent filmmakers and anyone who produces short movies or streaming video for online distribution.
- Fast, Smooth, Cam-Driven Manual Zoom
The AG-DVX100 is the first DV handheld camera to be equipped with the cam-driven manual zoom ring found on most professional cameras with interchangeable lenses. The AG-DVX100's pin configuration and tactile sensitivity replicate the familiar look and feel of a professional lens. Its lens provides quick, nimble zooming with a multi-speed servo-driven zoom plus three speed handle zoom. Select the zoom method that best suits the task at hand.
- Manual/Auto Focus
Enjoy fast, sharp focusing either manually or automatically. In manual mode, the focus ring provides the same responsive control as conventional professional cameras with interchangeable lenses. In auto mode you get the kind of sharp, instant focusing needed in news gathering or when shooting at a high or low angle. When set to the infinity position, the focal distance is immediately prepared for the next manual focus. Pressing the Push Auto button while in manual mode temporarily activates auto focus.
- Scene File Dial for Quick, Easy Camera Setup
Set this dial for any of a variety of shooting conditions, and later you can instantly retrieve the settings. Six preset files are provided (F1 to F6, described below). You can freely change any of the six file names and their settings.
- 3-Position White Balance with Auto Tracking White Function
One press of the AWB button is all it takes to adjust the white balance and black balance. There are three white balance values to select from: one that's preset, and two (A, B) that you can set and save in memory. The auto tracking white balance (ATW) function can also be assigned to any of the three positions. The ATW mode supports fast, active shooting by adjusting the white balance in realtime as lighting conditions change.
- Auto Button for Instant, Easy Shooting
Just press the Auto button to turn on Auto Iris, Auto Gain, Auto Tracking White Balance, and Auto Focus -- and you’re quickly ready to shoot. You can also customize the Auto button by removing functions and setting the gain to any value desired. With this new Auto function, the AG-DVX100 gives you the best of both worlds -- the speed and ease of automatic operation, and the precision of manual control.
- Gain, Iris, Shutter Speed, ND Filter
Gain: Increases gain up to 18 dB. The selector has three positions: L is fixed at 0 dB; M and H can be set to 0, +3, +6, +9, or +12 dB.
Iris: Allows smooth, gradual manual or auto iris adjustment. The iris dial allows adjustment even when in Auto mode. Either backlight compensation or spotlight compensation can be added to the auto iris adjustment.
Shutter: Maximum shutter speed is 1/2,000 sec. When a computer monitor is being recorded, a synchro scan function matches the shutter speed to the monitor to help eliminate the moving bar.
ND filter: Two ND filters (1/8 ND, 1/64 ND) are built-in and easily accessible.
- User1/User2 Buttons for Customized Operation
The AG-DVX100 provides two user buttons, each of which can be assigned any one of the nine functions described below. The assigned functions can then be accessed at the touch of a button. This lets you customize the AG-DVX100 for quicker, easier, more versatile operation.
- New Lightweight Design with Balanced Grip
The AG-DVX100 introduces a new design that ends the contradiction between a compact, lightweight body and a stable, secure hold. The center of balance is located precisely at the handgrip. Because there's no need for a wide-angle conversion lens, the weight balance is ideal for comfortable shooting. The AG-DVX100's short body and light weight — it weighs just 4 lb (1.8 kg) in operating condition* — means free, easy maneuverability. Plus, the low-center-of-gravity design and new skeleton lens hood greatly improve forward vision.
- XLR Audio Input with +48-V Phantom Power Supply
In addition to built-in stereo microphones, the AG-DVX100 is equipped with two XLR audio input terminals with a 48-V phantom power supply for broadcast use. The terminals are positioned low on the camera to minimize the possibility of the cables being snagged when a hand mic is in use. Both input 1 and input 2 can be switched between line and mic.
- Large Audio Dials and Flexible Input Selection
The AG-DVX100 has the same kind of large level-adjustment dials as DVCPRO camera/recorders. This practical new design incorporates professional operating features, such as blind touch and easy visibility, that have been refined over years of use on location. A switch lets you select built-in mic, input 1, or input 2 for the audio input of both left and right channels. Auto gain level control can be turned on and off, and the input mic level (–50 dB/–60 dB) can be selected from the menu.
- Large Viewfinder and LCD Monitor
The large-diameter viewfinder tilts upward a full 100°. You can move the viewfinder away from your eye and still see it clearly, making it easy to adopt a comfortable shooting stance with unobstructed forward vision. The 3.5-inch color LCD shows your subject in sharp, vivid detail and greatly simplifies menu settings. It rotates a full 270° for shooting at a wide variety of angles and easy self-recording.
- Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control on Upper Handle Grip
In addition to the lens grip, the upper part of the handle grip contains both the Rec Start/Stop button and a lens zoom control. This design assures easy shooting even at low angles or when using a tripod. The zoom speed can be set to any of three speed levels or off.
- Interval Recording and One-Shot Recording
The AG-DVX100's interval recording works much like a time-lapse VTR and offers exceptionally high quality. Use it to observe the growth of a plant, monitor progress at a construction site, or for a frame-by-frame recording effect. Recording times can be set from 0.5 to 2 seconds, at intervals from 30 seconds to 10 minutes. There's also a One-Shot mode — for animation film making — that records for the set number of seconds each time the Start/Stop button is pressed.
- Built-In SMPTE Time Code Generator/Reader
The AG-DVX100 records an SMPTE-compliant VTC onto the subcode area of the tape. Select from DF/NDF and Free Run/Rec Run modes, and use preset or regen. User bits (UB) are also provided, letting you record your choice of date, time, TC value, frame rate, or user data.
- External Backup with the IEEE 1394 Synchro Lock Function
The AG-DVX100 comes equipped with an IEEE 1394-compliant 4-pin DV terminal that makes it easy to upload data to a PC and dub onto a DV recorder. This terminal also features a new synchro lock function that allows the AG-DVX100 to remotely start and stop an external DV device connected to it via a DV cable. Three recording modes help protect against mistakes: record only onto the external recorder, record onto both the AG-DVX100 and the external recorder, begin external recording when the AG-DVX100 tape ends.
- Support Functions for Greater Convenience
End search: Automatically searches for the last recorded portion of the tape. Convenient when preparing to start the next recording.
Mode check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and monitor. Makes it easy to check before recording.
2-Pattern zebra: Displays an overexposure warning on the viewfinder and monitor. Select any two levels from among 80%, 85%, 90%, 95%, and 100%
Rec check: Plays back the last portion of a recorded passage for easy checking.
Index: Enables marking while recording. Convenient for searching after recording.
Tally lamps: Provided on the unit’s front and rear menu switchable.
Audio dubbing: Allows voice-over recording on a recorded tape via an external mic.
Line recording: Lets you record a video signal input from an external source.
Unlike consumer DV camcorders, the audio is locked to the video with a PLL circuit
Reversible eye cup for left and right eyed shooters.
Built-in SMPTE color bars useful for setup.
- Quick Features:
Exceptional picture quality, thanks to a 410,000-pixel, 3CCD imaging system with high F11 sensitivity and low smear and flare levels.
Wide 32.5mm-325mm (35mm lens equivalent) Leica Dicomar lens.
Quick, easy, accurate operation with features such as cam-driven manual zoom and scene file dial.
Cinema mode for 24p/30p progressive image shooting and Cine-Like gamma.
Totally designed for professionals, with large electronic viewfinder, audio XLR input, and oversized audio controls.
IEEE 1394 terminal for non-linear production and digital dubbing.
Specifications:
| Power Requirements |
7.2 / 7.9V DC
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| Power Consumption |
6.8W (when viewfinder is used)
7.8W (when LCD is used)
9.2W (max)
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| Dimensions |
139 x 160 x 364mm (WxHxD)
5.47 x 6.3 x 14.33" (WxHxD)
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| Weight |
1.66kg (3.652lbs)
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| Lens |
Built-in
10:1 Zoom Ratio
F1.6 (f=4.4 to 45mm)
72mm Thread
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| Focus |
Auto/Manual
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| Imaging Device |
Three x 1/3" IT CCD
Progressive/Interlace
410,000 pixels
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| White Balance |
AWB
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| Shutter Speed |
60i mode: 1/60 (off), 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 sec
30p mode: 1/30, 1/50 (off), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 sec
24p, 24p (ADV) modes: 1/24, 1/50 (off), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 sec
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| Exposure |
Auto/Manual
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| Minimum Illumination |
3 lux (f 1.6, 18dB gain, 50 IRE video output)
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| Horizontal Resolution |
500 Lines (recorded)
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| Audio Signal |
48 kHz/16 bit
32 kHz/12 bit
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| LCD Monitor |
TFT (Thin Film Transistor) active matrix, 3.5"
200,000 pixels |
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