Panasonic DVCPRO P2 Series, Brochure & Specs

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Leica Dicomar* 13x Zoom Lens - Designed for HD

The AG-HVX200's Leica Dicomar lens has a large 82-mm (diameter)

filter and 15 lens elements in 11 groups, including three aspherical

lenses. It renders images beautifully, with delicate nuances and fine

shading. The 13x zoom has a minimum object distance (MOD) of

around 0.6 metre in telephoto mode and a wide-angle range that

extends to around 32.5mm (35mm equivalent). The lens is also

equipped with Panasonic's Optical Image Stabiliser. 

* Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystem IR GmbH, and Dicomar is a registered
trademark of Leica Camera AG. The Leica Dicomar lens is manufactured using measurement
instructions and quality assurance systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG
based the company's quality standards.

New Progressive CCD and High-Performance DSP

The high-sensitivity 1/3" progressive CCD provides 1080/60p

resolution. A digital signal processor that uses 14-bit A/D conversion

and 19-bit inner processing for HD/SD conversion helps deliver images

with quality and sensitivity suitable for use in any format.

High Image Quality and Multi-Format Versatility

The DVCPRO HD codec used in the AG-HVX200 has a proven record

in recording 1080/25p*1, 1080/50i or 720/50p HD images for broadcast

and movie use. You can use DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO or DV for  SD

(576i) recording*2. Both 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios are supported in SD.

The P2 card can be used for recording in any codec; mini DV tape can

be used for DV.

*1 In 1080/25p, a 2:2 pull-down is used to record 50i images.
*2 The AVC-Intra codec option is not supported.

Two P2 Slots and a Host of Recording Functions

The P2 card's high speed and reliability make it ideal for use in the

field.

• Instant REC start: Recording starts right away; no searching for blank

space or worries about erasing previous materials

· Clip thumbnail: Each cut is recorded as a clip (file). Thumbnails allow

easy playback and info display.

• Shot marker: Shots can be marked OK/NG during or after recording.

• Hot swapping: Two card slots make hot-swapping possible. This and

P2 store let you record for extended periods using just a few cards.

• Loop REC: Successively rewrites over data at preset time intervals;

ideal for surveillance or observation

• Pre-REC: Lets you record events that occurred before you pressed

the REC button (approx. 3 seconds in HD, 7 seconds in SD).

• One shot REC: Good for animation. Shots are 1 second per frame.

• Interval REC: Intermittently records two frames at 10-minute intervals.

Variable Frame Rate - A First in This Class

The AG-HVX200 is first in its class to offer the variable frame rate*

function popularised in the Varicam. In 720p mode you can choose any

of 11 frame rates from 12p to 50p. This allows effects like overcranking

and undercranking.

*Frame rate: 12, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30, 32, 37, 48 or 50 fps

720p Native and Over 50p Modes

Native mode: New in P2 card recording, this lets you record at the

camera's frame rate in 720p, then play back at the normal rate to attain

speed effects without using a frame rate converter.

Over 50p mode: Uses the same method as Varicam to convert a signal

to 50p and record it. It allows streaming output through the IEEE 1394

terminal for backup recording onto an external VTR.

Built-In Mini-DV Tape Drive

A mini-DV tape drive lets you record in DV at 50i, or 25p, down-convert

HD data recorded on P2 cards, and dub onto DV tape. It also lets you

convert the frame rate of material recorded in 720p native mode to

attain easy speed effects.

Manually Operated Cam-Driven Zoom, Focus and Aperture

• Cam-driven manual zoom: Feels just like the zooms on professional

interchangeable lenses

• Manual focus: Features a focus ring just like those on interchangeable

lenses and a focus assist (centre zoom) function for HD recording

• Manual aperture: Large dial with selectable operating direction

• Manual gain: 3-position selector lets you boost the gain to +12 dB (up

to +18 dB with User button)

• ND filter: Two positions (1/8 and 1/64)

• Shutter speed: From 1/12 to 1/2000 second, plus synchro scan

(variable)

Auto, Scene and User Functions

• Six scene files: Use dial to set and retrieve files; Files can be stored

on an SD Memory Card

• Three User buttons: Easy one-touch operation

• Auto/manual switch: ON/OFF for Auto Aperture, Auto Gain, Auto

Tracking White Balance and Auto Focus

• White Balance with Auto Tracking White Function: Two settings can

be stored in memory; Auto Tracking White function provided for

active shooting

Drive Mode Supports Both IEEE 1394 and USB 2.0

IEEE 1394 (SBP2 compatible) and USB 2.0 PC interfaces let you use

the AG-HVX200 as a P2 drive for a Macintosh or Windows-based

nonlinear editor. You can do everything from recording to editing with

just the AG-HVX200 and a PC. The IEEE 1394 interface also allows

streaming output for synchronised backup onto an external VTR or FS-

100 Focus Fire Store. You also can copy files onto an external

standalone hard drive.

Other Professional Functions

• Two XLR audio input terminals with 48-V phantom power supply

• Two large level dials

• Large, tiltable electronic viewfinder and 3.5" colour LCD monitor

• Time-code-matched editing with multiple camcorders connected by

IEEE 1394 cable

• Files with camera settings can be stored on an SD Memory Card.

• 1080i/720p/480i analogue component signals can be output through

the D4 terminal.

• 16:9 letterbox mode/squeeze mode (for SD recording)

• Mode check, zebra, marker, tally lamp, and camera remote functions

• Magnesium alloy diecast chassis withstands rugged use