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Panasonic AG-HPX300 Camcorder

The Panasonic AG-HPX300 is a 1/3" CMOS camera featuring full resolution 1920x1080 chips. By using three high density '3MOS' CMOS sensors the camera boasts 2.2 megapixels, making it ideal for AVC-Intra's full-raster capability. Footage jumps off the screen with crystal clarity while still maintaining the Panasonic 'look'. The HPX300 also has a feature-set including timecode, genlock and HD-SDI.

More importantly, the HPX300 can record Panasonic's premiere recording format, AVC-Intra. When shooting in AVC-Intra mode the camera has the ability to shoot full-raster 1080p footage at 10-bit 4:2:2 color. AVC-Intra uses the popular H.264/AVC codec, making it twice as efficient as DVCPRO HD at comparable bitrates. At 50mbps version of AVC-Intra will perform at the same quality as DVCPRO HD at 100mbps, allowing users to shoot for twice the duration per P2 card. If cranked up to 100mbps, the format performs beautifully with a full-raster 10-bit 4:2:2 based color system, making it the superior codec at its price-point.

The highly sophisticated 20-bit DSP found on the AG-HPX300 renders gamma and detail with superb accuracy. Most notably, the processor consumes very little power for maximum efficiency resulting in longer battery life.

Both a high definition viewfinder and LCD make focusing on the HPX300 a breeze. Gone are the days of relying solely on focus-assist, both the viewfinder and the LCD provide ample resolution to ensure you get the sharpest image possible.

This camera looks and feels as durable as any other on the market today. All the buttons are positioned in the proper place making it well suited for news gathering, sports and event coverage. The almost 50/50 weight distribution is extremely comfortable when shoulder mounted during long shoots.

If your production calls for using the tried and true DVCPRO format, have no fear. The HPX300 comes with all the settings users have come to know and love on the HVX200 and HPX170, including DVCPRO 25, DVCPRO 50 and DVCPRO HD (100) in both standard and high definition. At DVCPRO HD, users can shoot 720p at multiple frame rates, along with 1080/60i and 1080/24p or 30p.

The high quality Fujinon 17x4.5 lens features Chromatic Aberration Correction (CAC) technology. Chromatic aberration usually appears as a hard pink glow at and around high contrast areas and lines. The phenomenon often results from imperfections in the camera lens' optics. While using compatible lenses, the AG-HPX300 can internally correct for chromatic aberration distortion through its sophisticated CAC technology

Drawing on technology developed for the iconic VariCam and now used for the entire line of P2HD cameras, Panasonic has equipped the AG-HPX300 with advanced gamma functions that address eight different shooting scenarios. Included are the Cine-Like Gamma, which gives recordings the characteristic warm tone of film recordings, and a cooler, harder-edge News Gamma that's designed especially for news gathering.

The Dynamic Range Stretch technology (DRS) makes it easier to preserve detail in both highlight and shadows without losing color information on either side of the spectrum. This can be extremely useful when shooting indoors with brightly lit windows.

The P2 card is a new solid state recording media that Panasonic developed to bridge the gap between information technology and professional video. About the same size as a PC card, 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's impossible to overwrite important data. Unlike tape, there's no need to fast-forward or rewind; 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.

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Camcorder
16gb Panasonic P2 Memory Card (2)
Fujinon 17x4.5 HD Zoom Lens
On-camera Mic
Anton Bauer Hytron 140 Batteries (3)
Anton Bauer Battery Charger
AC Power Supply
Camera Plate
Headphones
Manual
Case

CAMERA

Signal System

AVC-Intra 100, AVC-Intra 50, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO/DV
1080/59.94i, 1080/29.97p, 1080/29.97pN, 1080/23.98p, 1080/23.98pA, 1080/23.98pN, 720/59.94p, 720/29.97p, 720/29.97pN, 720/23.98p, 720/23.98pN, 480/59.94i, 480/29.97p, 480/23.98p, 480/23.98pA

Image Device

1/3" Interline Transfer "3MOS" Chips

Lens

Fujinon 1/3" Bayonet Mount (17x Optical)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Not Specified By Manufacturer

Horizontal Resolution

>1000 TV Lines (Center)

Sensitivity

F/1.6 (Shutter 1/30)

Minimum Illumination

0.8 lux

Vertical Smear

Not Applicable

Built-in Filters

ND: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64

LCD Monitor

3.2" Widescreen Color LCD (921,000 Pixels)

Viewfinder

LCOS Color Viewfinder (1.22 MegaPixels)

Scan Matching

Yes
Different Ranges for Different Record Modes

Memory Card Slot

SD Memory Cards for Scene-File Sharing
2 P2 Card Slots for Video

Shutter Speed Range

1/6 to 1/2000 sec (Range depends on Record Mode)

Gain Selection

0-24dB Range

RECORDER

Tape Format

Not Applicable

Tape Speed

Not Applicable

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Not Specified By Manufacturer

Maximum Recording Time

Not Applicable

AUDIO

Audio Dynamic Range

Not Specified By Manufacturer

Audio Signal Format

16 bit/48kHz 4-Channels

Audio Frequency Response

20Hz to 20kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio

Not Specified By Manufacturer

GENERAL

Input and Output Connectors

Composite: BNC (x1 Output)
HD/SD-SDI: BNC (x2 Output)
Mic/Audio: XLR, 3-Pin Female (x2 Input, Ch1/Ch2)
Audio Out: Pin Jack (x2 Output, Ch1/Ch2)
Earphone: 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack (x1 Output)
Genlock: BNC (x1 Input)
Timecode: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output)
FireWire: 6-Pin (x1 Input/Output)
USB: USB2.0 (x1 Input/Output)
DC Power: XLR 4-Pin (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Remote: 10-Pin
Lens: 12-Pin
USB 2.0: Type-B 4-Pin (Host/Device)

Power Requirements

12VDC (11-17V)

Power Consumption

Operating Temperature

32-104°F (0-40°C)

Dimensions (WxHxD)

6.7 x 6.9 x 21.6" (24.6 x 25.1 x 54.9cm)

Weight

With Lens: 11 lbs (5kg)

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