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Introduced at NAB 2007, the new AG-HPX500 received a number of awards starting
with
Broadcast Engineering and Digital Content Producer’s Pick Hits. TV Technology
also honored
it with its Star Award, and customers responded in droves around this camera for
4 days.
Buyers consistently remark how well balanced it felt and how light it was.
Customers have been asking for a mid-priced camera with these 5 key features:
• Use true production quality interchangeable lenses
• A camera that has 2/3” CCDs so that better low light performance and latitude
can be obtained.
• HD-SDI output from the camera
• Tape-less, solid state reliability and more P2 slots so they can extend
their record time
• 4 individual audio inputs that are controllable
This camera can do all of the above...and MORE.
Capitalizing on the menu structure and the ease of use that the AG-HVX200 offers,
this camera
does virtually everything that the HVX200 does and then it does more.
The AG-HPX500 is able to switch between 50-60Hz, making it more flexible in the
rental
market and it is the first camera in this price range to do this. The fact that
it has so much in
common with the HVX is also a first. Think about it; this is the first time the
innovations of a
smaller camcorder have been designed into a full-sized camera, maintaining menu
structure
and functionality.
Starting with the fact that it utilizes 2/3” interchangeable lenses, this camera
uses 3 progressive
620,000 2/3” CCDs that offer low light performance while keeping the price of
this HD
camera affordable. The HD picture, the same as it is done with the HVX200, is
captured
using Advanced Progressive Technology. Because this camera has a full 2/3” CCD,
it will
have better dynamic range than ½” CCDs and it will accept all of the industry
standard 2/3”
HD lenses that are currently manufactured.
There is however a reality when it comes to inexpensive HD lenses, and that is,
Chroma
Aberrations are an inescapable reality with all lenses. Compensation techniques
employed
in high end lenses cannot be afforded in lower cost lenses and consequently the
magnitude
of their aberration will be slightly higher. Recognizing the importance of cost-effective
camcorders and lenses, Panasonic Engineering and the two leading lens manufacturers,
Canon and Fujinon, have collaborated in a technology called Chroma Aberration
Correction.
The dynamic of each lens is recognized by the camera and an algorithm is applied
to the
video signal to dynamically correct the aberrations before it is recorded. This
means that
the circumjacent (areas around the periphery)resolve the majority of the issue.
Sounds like
magic, but it is quite an amazing function. It does come at a small increase in
price over the
least expensive HD lenses but it is worth every penny. The function can not to
be turned
on or off If the camera sees the ability to have a handshake with the lens, it
automatically
does a lookup on the CAC table and sets the correction in motion. This technology
is
primarily taking place within the camera.
After testing, The Canon 20X lens results were very promising. Not as good as
the
CAC lenses but with care you can shoot with it and not have a huge problem. For
the
clearance price of this package and the level of zoom involved, this is worth
every penny
still. The CAC effect is invisible to the naked eye upon normal viewing. The effect
becomes apparent only when the image is blown up to a movie screen size for example.
This camera comes equipped with 4 P2 card slots and with that we mean extended
record
time! Using 16GB P2 Cards and working in DVCPRO HD at 720P/24PN means
160 minutes of recording, all wrapped around the beauty of P2, which is the ease
of use,
the speed of transfer, and the concept of no moving parts.
Keep in mind what Stan Hooley, Director of the Iditarod said about the P2 cameras
in
Alaska, “The P2 encountered snow and ice storms with wind gusts up to 60 miles
per
hour, creating wind chills down to 60 below zero. Not one camera froze up. Not
one
camera failed to capture the shot along the 1,100 mile Iditarod Trail. These cameras
did
what no other camera has been able to accomplish along one of the most unforgiving
trails
on the face of the Earth.” And none of the cameras wore the Camera Polar gloves
that
were initially purchased for the purpose of shielding them from the forces of
nature.
Located in the P2 Card area is the SD Card slot which is useful for loading scene
files,
uploading metadata to the recordings, and downloading firmware changes. This slot
and the P2 cards are all well protected behind a latching sliding door.
Another very useful feature on this camera is the four independent audio channels
of
audio. Levels can be set independently and can be isolated for checking. All inputs
can be supplied +48 Volts Phantom power if desired. The rear channels can also
take in line level inputs if desired. This is the first camera to sport 4 independent
inputs at 16 Bits uncompressed recording. Control panel inside LCD area Front
side of camera, 2 inputs Back end of camera with line input.
Of special interest is the placement of the the LCD. Notice that the LCD can be
fully viewed even while the camera is on the camera person’s shoulder. The LCD
is where the audio meters show up and so with the full use of the volume control
knobs and the meter display you can have the ultimate flexibility on this camera.
A lot of the production community looks to the audio guy to monitor and control
the audio section of the camera and now that is possible with the placement of
the LCD. The LCD works the same way as the HVX200 in that for the
Thumbnail display it uses the full 4:3 nature of the LCD. When shooting 16:9,
the data about the picture is placed in the black area to the top and bottom of
the letter-boxed picture. The choices for the display are virtually the same in
the
camera as they are in the HVX200 camera. There is a key difference with the
LCD however and that is its ability to have the image flip for all of your customers
that wish to use the inexpensive 35mm adapters. It is a menu driven choice so
it
cannot happen by accident. It does not record the image this way however so the
task of flipping the image in the recording has to happen in post much like it
does
now, but at least on set they will be able to frame their shot on the LCD with
everything looking right-side-up.
The focus assist is different from the HVX and it finds its inspiration in the
HPX2000. It is in the form of a Histogram that displays in the upper right hand
corner of the viewfinder and LCD. It is turned on with a button and it stays on
until you turn it off. Take a look at the two displays below, the histogram is
on
in both. See that the picture on the left is out of focus and the detail shown
on
the histogram is minimal. Looking at the screen on the right shows that the
screen looks in focus and the histogram has a lot of detail. This is the easiest
focus assist to use that we have seen, it makes it virtually easy to focus the
camera on a standard def LCD. A simple turn on the focus ring can quickly
confirm your focus.
The camera features almost every conceivable input, including HD-SDI.
Serial Digital Interface (SDI) allows users to output and view digital video
without any digital to analog conversion. This can be used for both
recording and display purposes, providing the highest quality signal possible.
Please note that the camcorder comes standard with a viewfinder, the
AG-VF11. This VF’s CRT is a 4:3 CRT and is similar in quality to the
AJVF15, but the construction is different. You can mount the AJ-VF15
and VF20 on this camera, but keep in mind that there is no way for this
camera to ship without its standard viewfinder.
The P2 card stores large amounts of video and audio data in
MXF-format files. This solid state memory is free of tape related problems
such as drop-outs. It provides superior resistance to impact, vibration,
and temperature changes. And it is impossible to over-write important
data. Unlike tape there is no need to fast-forward or rewind to reach
selected points of video. The user selects a thumbnail image and the video
clip can be viewed right away. Similarly once the record button is
pressed recording starts immediately.
And of course this camera, with its variable frame rate capability and full
progressive capture, will prove its strength in resolution and quality
regardless of frame rate, unlike some of its competitors which lose
resolution at higher than 30 frame video rates.
5.6
x 10.4 x 12.6" (14 x 26.1 x 31.8 cm) excluding handle and prominent parts
Weight
8.4
lb (3.8 kg) excluding battery and accessories
•Texas Residents: As per the State of Texas, you may qualify
for sales
tax exemptions on your purchase if used to create media to be
distributed to your customer. Please see following link
State of Texas Film Sales Tax Exemption
IMPORTANT: You must register your camcorder
to receive your
4 year Extended Warranty Certificate. You can file for this at: http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e
Within a week or so of registration
this will be sent to you via email. Please note that there is an underline
between the pass and the e pass_e
•FUJINON LENS SALE
A20x8.6BRM . 2/3" 20X Fujinon Telephoto SD Lens for news and
production without 2X Extender for $1800
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Selected Recording times on a single 64GB card:
• 64 minutes in DVCPRO HD or AVC-Intra 100
(80 mins in AVC-Intra 100 1080 24p mode)
• 160 minutes in DVCPRO HD or AVC-Intra 100 at 720/24p native (Over 2.5 Hours)
• 128 minutes in DVCPRO50 or AVC-Intra 50 (Over 2 Hours)
• 256 minutes in DVCPRO (Over 4 Hours)
Selected Individual Model Recording Times:
• 2-slot AG-HVX200 or AG-HPX170 records over 4 hours in DVCPRO HD 720 24p native
PANASONIC AJ-P2C032RG
32GB P2 CARD!
NOW AVAILABLE!!
Recording time on a single 32GB P2 card:
• 32 minutes in DVCPRO HD or AVC-Intra 100
• 80 minutes in DVCPRO HD or AVC-Intra 100 at 720/24p native
• 64 minutes in DVCPRO50 or AVC-Intra 50
• 128 minutes in DVCPRO
AG-HVX200 will record 160 minutes (over 2.5 hours!) in DVCPRO HD 24pN or 64 minutes in DVCPRO HD
NEW PANASONIC AJ-P2C016RG 16GB P2 CARD!
IN STOCK!
ORDER TODAY BEFORE WE SELL OUT!
Recording time on a single 16GB card:
• 16 minutes in DVCPRO HD
• 40 minutes in DVCPRO HD 24pN
• 32 minutes in DVCPRO 50
• 64 minutes in DVCPRO
Individual Model Recording Times:
• AG-HVX200 will record 80 minutes in DVCPRO HD 24pN
Please note: Will need to download free firmware upgrade from Panasonic website for any AGHVX200 bought prior to May 2007
Panasonic AG-MC200
Unidirectional microphone (can be used with HVX200, DVX100/A/B; and AG-DVC30 if customer has an AG-MYA30G)
SONY ECM674
The Sony ECM-674 is an affordable shotgun-type electret condenser microphone,
which delivers excellent sound performance in field and studio productions.
Offering high-sensitivity, low-noise characteristics and flat-and-wide frequency
response in a compact and lightweight design. The ECM-674 is well-suited for use
with Sony camcorders such as the HDV™ Series, DVCAM™ Series, and XDCAM™
Series. In addition, its two-way powering feature allows for phantom powering or
battery operation. With its high performance, affordable price, and great
versatility, the ECM-674 microphone is an ideal choice for a range of
sound-acquisition applications.
The SGM-1X Professional Shotgun Microphone is designed to provide quality audio
for the videographer. It is ideal for today’s smaller, digital video cameras
where longer models would appear in the frame when camera mounted. The
hyper-directional super-cardioid shotgun microphone has a wide frequency response,
exhibits low noise and accepts up to 110dB SPL input levels. The 11.8" long microphone
uses a single “AAA” battery that will last over 1000 hours due to the mic’s extremely
low current drain. The low-impedance, XLR connectored SGM-1X ships complete with a
windscreen and Azden’s proprietary shock-mount holder that isolates camera motor
noise from the mic. The holder has provisions for both camera-shoe and mic-stand
mounting.
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Microphone Kit Includes Unidirectional Microphone and Holder
1 Anton Bauer Dionic90 (14.4 Volt, 90W, Gold Mount) and 1 Anton Bauer Tandem 70 charger/AC Adapter
Tandem 70 Specs
Power Supply Yes
Battery Bays 1
Type of Charging Single Battery
Diagnostics None
Connections/Interface
Gold Mount Type Female (x 1)
Gold Mount Type Male (x 1)
Power Requirements 90-250VAC, 50 or 60Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD)
5.25 x 4 x 2.13"
(132 x 103 x 56mm)
Weight 1 lb (450g)
DIONIC-90 Lithium-Ion Battery Specs
Chemistry Li-Ion, Lithium-Ion
Output Voltage 14.4V
12 - 16.8V (operating)
Connection Anton Bauer Gold Mount
Capacity 90 WH
Weight 1.7 lbs(770 g)
Dimensions (WxHxD)
3 1/2 x 5 1/4 x 2 1/8"
89.9 x 133 x 53.9mm
The Studio-100 is a high-performance studio cable that works with the AG-HPX500, AJ-HPX2000, AJ-HPX3000, AJ-HPX2700 and AJ-HPX3700 P2 HD camcorders, and the AJ-HDX900 HD camcorder. Designed by Nemal Electronics, this 100-foot studio cable makes integrating a total system configuration easy and straightforward. It carries HD-SDI signal, Return Video, Genlock, Intercom, 12V DC along with the ROP connection for the AJ-RC10 and a Tally cable - in one neat bundle.
When connected with the Panasonic AV-HS400A switcher and the BT-LH80W monitor, Tally must be setup on the switcher side of the cable. Instructions for setting up the Tally are included with the cable.
•Easy-to-read labeling on individual cables at the camera end.
•The individual cables with BNC connectors have different colors for easier identification.
•16V power supply necessary for supply side of cable.
•IDX IA-300 dual channel camera power supply can be used but adjustments to increase output voltage must be made (by an experienced technician).
•Velcro strap for cable included.
Two Cable set allows using the BT-LH80W as a true EVF for the following Panasonic Cameras: AG-HPX500 & AJHDC27H, HDX900, HPX300, HPX2000, HPX3000, HPX2700, HPX3700. DC Cable: 4 pin HRS to 4 pin XLR (35" L) (Requires Camera to Output 1.5A) VF Cable: 20 pin to 15 pin (25" L)
PANASONIC AG HPG20
NOW AVAILABLE
New P2 HD Portable Brings Full Resolution, 10-Bit Master-Quality Recording to the Field with AVC-Intra Support
P2 Portable, small 2 slot P2 record/playback device with AVC-Intra, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO and DV,
with HDSDI input and output, IEEE1394(streaming only, USB and SD Video. Comes with AC Power Supply and
CGA54SE/1B. Can be used in Host mode with USB, will supply power to USB Pocket HDD. Can serve as transcoder between laptop and HDSDI Monitor and between IEEE1394 and HD-SD SDI.
Five slot P2 Drive supports a peak transfer speed of up to 1.2 Gbits/sec
AJ-PCD35 is it supports a peak transfer speed of up to 1.2 Gbits/sec with multiple 64GB P2 Series “A” cards, or, a peak of 800Mbits/sec off of a single A-series 64GB card.
The AJ-PCD20 P2 internal/external drive is designed for high-speed file transfer of 25Mbps DVCPRO, 50Mbps DVCPRO50, or 100Mbps DVCPRO HD into nonlinear editing systems and servers.
Access up to 5 P2 cards simultaneously for continuous editing of recorded clips in sequence
All of the great features of the AJ-PCD10G, including the flexibility of USB 2.0. The price is lower and IEEE 1394b has been added for High-Speed Transfers (Mac users rejoice!).
Portable DVCPRO HD/50/25 P2 Store Drive.
A ruggedized, portable 60GB hard disk unit with a P2 card slot that quickly transfers their content to an 2.5" internal hard disk drive. With a data storage capacity of 15 4GB P2 cards, it takes apprx. 4 mins to transfer an entire 4GB card's data to disk.
PANASONIC AG-HPG10
Portable P2 Recorder with IEEE 1394 and USB 2.0 Interface
Dubbed the P2 Gear, the 1.1-pound, battery-operated AG-HPG10 allows user to monitor, record, downconvert, and archive P2 footage, while still having access to Panasonic's intuitive thumbnail viewing interface in a single, small portable unit.
With two P2 card slots and a 3.5-inch 4:3 LCD monitor, the P2 Gear offers on-the-spot playback and viewing of P2 content in multiple formats (1080i, 720p, 576i and 480i). The heavy-duty, shock-resistant player is equipped with speakers, easy-to-use controls and professional input/outputs (IEEE 1394, USB 2.0 and HD-SDI) for essential in-the-field functions including: viewing clips recorded on a P2 card or the FOCUS FS-100 portable hard drive, copying files to an external hard drive, outputting a playback signal to a large monitor and backup recording with P2 HD/P2 or tape-based DVCPRO cameras. To expedite workflow, the P2 Gear can be connected to a Windows PC or Mac and used as P2 card reader for data transfers into nonlinear editing systems. In addition, it can be connected to a PC or MAC for baseband monitoring or integrated with conventional tape-based decks and recorders as a source device without control. Not to mention, TOTAL 5 YEAR manufacturer warranty!
The 160GB HD recorder capable of recording up to 2.5 hours of DVCPRO HD 1080p
Native frame rate recording (720p PN) modes for dramatically increased recording time (6.5 hours in 720p24PN or 5.25 hours in 720p25/30PN) and the ability to record variable frame rates for slow and fast motion effects.
No matter which nonlinear editing (NLE) system you have, the FireStore FS-100-160 has you covered. When in DVCPRO HD or DVCPRO 50 mode, files are recorded to disk in P2 MXF format. When in DVCPRO/DV mode, files are recorded as RawDV, AVI Type 1, AVI Type 2, AVI Type 2 24p, Matrox AVI, Canopus AVI, QuickTime, QuickTime 24p, Avid OMF, Pinnacle AVI, or P2 MXF file formats. Simply connect the FireStore FS-100-160 to your Mac or PC editing system like a normal FireWire hard disk drive and you are instantly ready to edit -- no capturing, file transfer, or file conversion is required. Just shoot and edit.
Focus Enhancements FS100-250GB portable Direct To Edit (DTE) recorder offers over 11 hours of recording in 720p24PN mode, nine hours in 720p25/30PN mode, or 4.5 hours in full-frame-rate 720p/1080i DVCPRO HD mode. Audio, video, timecode, and control information is passed through a single FireWire cable, allowing the user to record to disk and P2 card simultaneously.
The FS100-250 is designed for use in tough conditions and includes a six or 10 second electronic shock cache to ensure that footage is never lost. It weighs less than a pound and is 1.5 inches thick. Comes standard with large capacity battery and a bracket for attachment to Anton Bauer Wireless Receiver Mount for working with full size camcorders. Supports both P2 and QuickTime file formats.
The AG-HPX500 matches SDI Environments for Both Broadcasting and Production The AG-HPX500 comes with a standard HD/SD-SDI output terminal for the serial digital
interface in most broadcast studios and high-end image production environments. This also allows it to be used as a compact live broadcast camera with the AV-HS400A Panasonic Mixer
The AJ-RC10G Remote Control Unit provides a "One-Button per Function" capability, which allows you to view menus directly on the remote control without having to access the camera's menu function.
The AJ-RC10G remote control works with the AJ-HPX3700 (VariCam 3700), AJ-HPX2700 (VariCam 2700), AJ-HPX3000, AJ-HPX2000, AG-HPX500, AG-HPX300 P2 HD camcorders, and AJ-HDX900 DVCPRO HD camcorder. It utilizes a 10-pin cable and connector providing for additional control and strength. The remote control also has a Monitor Out for viewing as well as an SD Card Slot to save scene files.
Please note: Software upgrade might be needed for older units to work with newer camcorders.
20 Meter Remote Control Cable for AJ-RC10G
50 Meter Remote Control Cable
90 Meter Remote Control Cable
Fujinon XA17X7.6BERM
2/3" 17X Fujinon Standard ENG Style HD Lens for news and production with Digi Power servo and with 2X extender
UWP Series UHF synthesized wireless microphone system. Package includes
a lavalier microphone, bodypack transmitter and portable diversity tuner.
Mounting adapter for camcorder included. Channels 30 to 33. The UWP-V1 includes
extremely robust metal construction, mic/line input selection on the
bodypack transmitter, a miniature metal body omni-directional microphone
and plus the receiver includes a convenient auto channel scanning function
allowing automatic search for unoccupied channels.
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UWP Series UHF synthesized wireless microphone system. Package includes
a handheld microphone and portable diversity tuner. Channels 30 to 33. The
UWP-V2 includes extremely robust metal construction, a newly designed hand
held transmitter, plus the receiver includes a convenient auto channel
scanning function allowing automatic search for unoccupied channels.
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UWP Series UHF synthesized wireless microphone system. Package includes a lavalier microphone, bodypack transmitter,
plug-on transmitter and a portable tuner. Mounting adapter for camcorder
included. Channels 30 to 33. The UWP-V6 includes extremely robust metal
construction, mic/line input selection on the bodypack and plug-on transmitters,
a miniature metal body omni-directional lav microphone and plus the receiver
includes a convenient auto channel scanning function allowing automatic
search for unoccupied channels.
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Bodypack transmitter, ME 2 omni lavalier, SKP100 plug-on transmitter
for dynamic microphones, portable receiver, Cl1 1/8" output cable, CL100
XLR unbalanced output cable, CA2 camera mount
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Bodypack transmitter, ME 2 omni lavalier, portable receiver, Cl1 1/8"
output cable, CL100 XLR unbalanced output cable, CA2 camera mount
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Bodypack transmitter, ME 4 omni lavalier, portable receiver, Cl1 1/8"
output cable, CL100 XLR unbalanced output cable, CA2 camera mount
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