Panasonic AG-AF101
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1. 5 4 mm 3 16 inches 2 3 type Image Sensor Numerical value shown are approximate A Low Pass Filter for High Quality HD Motion Images The AG AF100 series optical low pass filter is optimized for HD motion images and reduces the aliasing noise that often occurs in motion images captured by an image sensor with a high pixel density In addition the MOS image sensor is scanned at a high speed in order to minimize skew distortion High Performance 18 bit DSP The AG AF100 series is equipped with a high performance 18 bit digital signal processor DSP for image processing Optimized for HD video recording the DSP handles various image rendering processes such as dynamic range stretch DRS gamma 12 axis ar yaching 35mm Cinematic Expression ND Filter independent color correction and detail enhancement as well as conversion to HD SD video formats all with exceptional precision and high image quality 12 axis independent color correction can t be controlled manually by a customer Internal Optical ND Filter The AG AF100 series has an internal neutral density ND filter that is essential for video recording The dedicated dial on the camera body lets you adjust the setting in three steps 1 4ND 1 16ND and 1 64ND with any type of lenses Dynamic Range Stretch Function DRS recognizes the average brightness of highlight and shadow areas and then automatically adjusts the aperture and uses2. knee control to suppress blocking in the shadow areas In scenes with mixed dark and light areas DRS automatically provides a wider dynamic range with minimal blown highlights and blocked shadows i S a An example of an image with aliasing noise An image without aliasing noise recorded from a DSLR camera with the AG AF100 series Image with VIDEO GAMMA Image with CINE LIKE GAMMA 7 Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation e Adjustable color temp 2400K to 9900K Drawing on technologies developed for the preset 3200K S600K VariCam Panasonic has equipped the e Knee point settings Auto Low Mid and AG AF100 series with advanced gamma High functions that address seven different e Adjustable auto iris level shooting scenarios and enhance your creative abilities This includes the cinelike gamma which produces the characteristic warm tone of film recordings AG AF100 series Gamma Modes HD NORM Suitable for HD recording LOW Works to flatten out a high contrast scene SD NORM Normal setting for SD this was available in the DVX100 series HIGH Expands the tone of dark parts and makes a brighter image The contrast softens B PRESS Makes the contrast sharper than LOW CINE LIKE D The Cine Like mode shifted to prioritize dynamic range CINE LIKE V The Cine Like mode shifted to prioritize contrast Advanced Image Adjustments e Color setting with matrix table Norm 1 Norm 2 Fluo and C
3. 20 step undercrank lower frame rate overcrank higher frame rate function the AG AF100 series is capable of producing cinematic images such as a 1 2 5x slow motion effect and 2x fast motion effect when played in 24p mode Cannot be played in 1080 60p mode 720p VFR not supported Class 6 or higher SDXC SDHC SD Memory Card is required for VFR recording SDXC Memory Card Supported The AG AF100 series supports the new SDXC Memory Card The SDXC Memory Card is a next generation large capacity data storage device with upgraded versions of the file system FAT and physical specifications of the SDHC Memory Card Thanks to a large Frame rate and effect 59 94Hz 50Hz Frame Speed Effect Speed Effect Frame Speed Effect Rate in 24p base in 30p base Rate in 30p base 12p 200 Quick 250 Quick 12p 208 Quick 15p 160 Quick 200 Quick 15p 167 Quick 18p 133 Quick 167 Quick 18p 139 Quick 20p 120 Quick 150 Quick 20p 125 Quick 21p 114 Quick 143 Quick 21p 119 Quick 220 109 Quick 136 Quick 22p 114 Quick 24p 100 Standard 125 Quick 23p 109 Quick 25p 96 Slow 120 Quick 24p 104 Quick 26p 92 Slow 115 Quick 25p 100 Standard 27p 89 Slow 111 Quick 26p 96 Slow 28p 86 Slow 107 Quick 27p 93 Slow 30p 80 Slow 100 Standard 28p 89 Slow 32p 75 Slow 94 Slow 30p 83 Slow 34p 71 Slow 88 Slow 32p 78 Slow 36p 67 Slow 83 Slow 34p 74 Slow 40p 60 Slow 75 Slow 37p 68 Slow 44p 55 Slow 68 Slow 42p 60 Slow 48
4. approx 3 seconds This ease User bits are also provided helps to ensure that you always get the e Last clip delete Only the most recently Connecting two cameras with a TC preset shot you want recorded clip is deleted with this one touch in out video out connector allows the e Shot mark Allows convenient OK or NG function adding practical convenience to slave camera to synchronize with the marking and can be added to each clip everyday operation It can be assigned as Fnacter ape during or after recording a User button function if desired After synchronization each camera s time code runs separately and not be guaranteed to match precisely Still Image Capture Still Picture A frame can be captured from HD video as a still image equivalent to two megapixels 1920 x 1080 Still images cannot be captured during motion image recording or in Pre rec mode Camera Metadata Recording Camera settings for recording operation can be saved as metadata in a clip file By loading a clip file the saved settings can be immediately applied Diverse Recording Functions e Clip thumbnail display You can preview a clip and also quickly delete a clip from the thumbnail list displayed on the LCD monitor e Interval Rec Records one frame at a time in set intervals 1 sec 10 sec 30 sec SDI 24Psf Output and Auto Rec The HD SD SDI output terminal can output HD signals including 1080 24Psf or down converted SD video sig
5. DI Vount Aan Include 24PsF HD Recorder or HD Monitor RSA Mount Adaptor AG AF100 series SD SDI SD Monitor Compatible Lens Adaptor Tripod 35 mm Film Lens HDMI HDMI Monitor onenlens Other Lens Adaptor USB 2 0 peni Supplied Accessories Panasonic does not guarantee the compatibility or performance of all lenses that are mountable on the AG AF100 series Windows PC or Mac Ideal Controls for Image Production Unique System Design and a Wealth of Interfaces FILM CAM Mode for Movie Production The AG AF100 series features switchable FILM CAM and VIDEO CAM modes In FILM CAM mode the variable frame rate can be used In addition the synchro scan and shutter can be indicated and set with the opening angle instead of seconds while the sensitivity can be indicated and set in ISO instead of dB This makes operation easier for users who are familiar with film camera operation I E Jh14m ca Ma a gam 50 400 OR ShSim a Fri Tu d s t 5 a i q ee F96 Z0412 Screen displayed in FILM CAM mode New Functions Area Focusing and Area Iris Functions Compatible lens only Using the newly provided function knob cursor key you can select a desired area in the frame and set it as a target zone for focusing iris adjustment and YGET brightness measurement This new function facilitates the recording of images in which the subject is not in the center of the frame In addition to the above three modes the
6. Panasonic AVCCAM ideas for life AG AF100 series Memory Card Camera Recorder AWB A PROFESSIONAL HD CAMERA RECORDER COMPLIANT WITH MICRO FOUR THIRDS STANDARDS 7 on 3 Year Warranty Repair Program AG AF100 series users qualify for a 3 year warranty on repairs Visit the website for details lt www panasonic biz sav pass_e gt mt IW ie te ee FOURTHIRDS STEREO CREATOR This photo is intended only to show the general image of the product Panasonic does not guarantee the compatibility or performance of all lenses that are mountable on the AG AF100 series Use a support system when mounting a lens weighing more than 1 kg 2 2 Ib A New Story Is About to Unfold AG AF 100 Micro Four Thirds Mount Professional HD Video Camera Recorder The world s first professional HD camera recorder with a Micro Four Thirds mount unleashes creativity in motion picture production The imaging area of the new camera recorder is almost the same as that of 35mm cinema film and enables an exquisite film like shallow depth of field The short flange back distance of the Micro Four Thirds Mount allows the use of a wide range of lenses including cinema lenses In the AG AF100 series Panasonic has brought shallow depth of field control to a professional AVCCAM camera recorder The AG AF100 series offers a new level of HD motion image quality with extended recording time the variable frame rate function and the operating syst
7. The LCD monitor and viewfinder can display a safety zone marker of 90 4 3 14 9 1 85 1 2 1 or 2 35 1 or a 3x3 grid similar to the one in a digital SLR camera Professional System Design e Grip The large grip is easy to hold and is also detachable The grip allows comfortable use in any shooting situation e Handle The large handle is designed for professional use It has a shoe adaptor and threaded holes for mounting various peripheral accessories The handle is also detachable Handle and Upper Control Button Measuring Hook O e Sensor marker measuring hook This makes it easy to measure the distance from the subject Functions and Specifications Designed for Professional Use e Scene file Saves six sets of camera settings and allows for a quick change of settings e Mode check Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and monitor e Zebra Select any two levels from among 50 to 105 in 5 steps e Color bar Outputs a color bar signal e Remote terminal Enables remote operation of iris focus Rec Start Stop and index functions e USB 2 0 Type mini B USB port for connection of a PC in DEVICE mode e Tally lamps Provided on the unit s front and rear Detachable Handle and Grip SDXC SDHC SD Memory Cards Shoulder Strap Eo l g a DC Cable Cable E AC Adaptor Charger AG MC200G Microphone Light Micro Four Thirds Lens Four Thirds Lens DMW MA1 HD S
8. an aspect ratio of 16 9 and facilitates low angle high angle shooting viewing and menu setting Dem 1080 601 DUR DO 10 48 18 Dial LET ATEFA PC Software and a Wealth Of Options to Support Professional Workflows AVCCAM Viewer Viewing Software for AVCHD files download free AVCCAM Viewer for Windows PC Mac makes it easy to preview AVCCAM files Files can be played from an SD Memory Card Blu ray Disc or hard disk and saved to a PC hard disk from an SD Memory Card or Blu ray Disc Files can also be copied to an SD Memory Card or Blu ray Disc or deleted and meta data can be displayed and input AVCCAM Viewer System Requirement for Windows PC CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 2 4 GHz or faster OS Microsoft Windows7 32bit Windows Vista 32bit Windows XP SP3 32bit e RAM 1GB or more 2GB or more recommended for Mac CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 2 6 GHz or faster e OS Mac OS X 10 6 Snow Leopard 10 5 Leopard or 10 4 Tiger RAM 1 GB or more 2 GB or more recommended 1 AVCCAM Viewer software can be downloaded for free from the following Panasonic website PASS registration is required For details please visit the following website and click on Support and Downloading Information lt https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av support desk e download htm gt 2 Copying and playing data on Blu ray Discs BD RE Ver 3 0 are not supported by Mac OS X 10 4 Tiger Do not i
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10. b cb lt lt S S c s N wo lt o sP gt gt u 35 mm Cinema Film 4 3 type MOS Image Sensor The 4 3 type MOS image sensor in the AG AF 100 series has about the same imaging area as that of 35mm cinema film The depth of field and the focal range are also close to those of film cameras With the AG AF100 series you can record beautiful shallow depth of field film like images The MOS sensor has two control lines as compared to the three lines required by a conventional CMOS sensor thus providing a larger light receiving area This has achieved a high level of sensitivity rivaling that of a CCD sensor Extensive noise reduction measures are also employed such as embedded photodiodes isolated from noise sources and low voltage operation By guiding more light to the pixels the AG AF 100 series achieves a wide dynamic range and detailed gradation with minimal blocked shadows or blown highlights in high contrast scenes for true to life textures and rich colors The effective imaging area is trimmed to a 16 9 aspect ratio MOS sensor of AG AF100 series Receptor ratio 50 o a Q Pee D Receptor Circuit T D o n CMOS sensor Receptor ratio 35 3 7 2 o Receptor 3 S Circuit z s 8s N 8 a CCD sensor Receptor ratio 50 z ie n g z Receptor Transfer D fed ok n 4 3 type Image Sensor 17 3 mm 11 16 inches 9 6 mm 3 8 inches
11. countries Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Micro Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds Logo marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Imaging Corp in Japan the United States the European Union and other countries Please refer to the latest Non linear Compatibilty Information AVCHD Support and Downlord and Service Information etc at panasonic web site Panasonic Countries and Regions J http pro av panasonic net GE Panasonic Corporation Argentina 54 1 308 1610 Lebanon 96 11665557 Taiwan 886 2 2227 6214 Systems Business Group Sean 61 2 9986 7400 ot 3 A e E he ee i E E ahrain 973 252292 exico 52 555 urkey 578 37 oe ee a eee a razi ew Zealan 97 Phone 81 6 6901 1161 Fax 81 6 6908 5969 Ganada 1 905 624 5010 Norway 47 67 91 78 00 Ukraine 380 44 4903437 http pro av panasonic net China 86 10 6515 8828 Pakistan 92 5370320 SNT U K 44 0 1344 70 69 13 Hong Kong 4852 2313 0888 Palestine 972 2 2988750 U S A 1 877 803 8492 ISO 9001 Czech Republic 420 236 032 552 511 Panama 507 229 2955 Vietnam 848 38370280 Denmark 45 43 20 08 57 Peru 51 1614 0000 JQA 0443 Egypt 20 2 23938151 Philippines 63 2 633 6163 Finland Latvia Lithuania Estonia Poland 48 22 338 1100 358 9 521 52 53 Portugal 351 21 425 77 04 France 33 0 1 55 93 66 67 Puerto Rico 1 787 750 4300 Germ
12. ction Slow Synchro High speed Shutter The shutter speed can be set from a slow 1 2 sec to a fast 1 2000 sec in VIDEO CAM mode The AG AF100 series is also equipped with a synchro scan function to allow setting from 10 to 360 in 0 5 steps including 172 8 in FILM CAM mode Records the image as a JPEG file on an SD card ATW ATW auto tracking white balance on off When combined with the variable frame neh AW OCK onion rate this function enables detailed settings SHOT MARK Adds shot marks to the clip for a blurred or time lapse effect INDEX Scene indexing LAST CLIP Deletes the most recently Simplified Waveform and recorded clip Vectorscope Display BACKLIGHT Automatic aperture correction The AG AF100 series has waveform and for scenes with backlighting vectorscope display functions as well A SPOTLIGHT Automatic aperture correction single touch of the WFM key displays the for scenes with spotlights waveform or vectors of the captured video BLACK FADE Fade in fade out from signal on the LCD monitor and to black S WHITE FADE Fade in fade out from and to white PE WAVE VECTOR Large Viewfinder and LCD Monitor The large high quality viewfinder 11 43 mm 0 45 inches approx 1 226 000 dot equivalent 852 x 480 x 3 RGB can be tilted up to a 90 angle The variable angle color monitor features a color LCD panel 87 63 mm 3 45 inches approx 921 000 dots 1920 x 480 with
13. em and system interfaces designed natively for video production This lets the AG AF100 series record high quality images with greater operating ease than even a digital SLR camera can offer The AG AF100 series can unleash your creativity 1 As of November 2010 based on a Panasonic survey 2 The AG AF100 series complies with the Micro Four Thirds standards but compatibility with all Micro Four Thirds standard lenses is not guaranteed Samples Recorded with the AG AF100 series d A single frame captured from an HD video file 1920 x 1080 recorded with the AG AF100 series Beautiful Shallow Depth of Field and CINE LIKE Gamma Samples Recorded with the AG AF100 series Samples Recorded with the AG AF100 series A single frame captured from an HD video file 1920 x 1080 recorded with the AG AF100 series Superb Image Quality Free of Aliasing Noise i i 1A i An example of an image with aliasing noise from a DSLR camera An image without aliasing noise recorded with the AG AF100 series TM MICRO FOURTHIRDS PL Mount 10mm The Micro Four Thirds System Provides Rich Expression with a Wealth of Interchangeable Lenses The 4 3 type image sensor has about the same imaging area as that of 35mm cinema film and achieves stunning film like images The short flange back distance enables the use of a wealth of interchangeable lenses including cinema lenses In addition the AG AF100 serie
14. ent for Windows PC Intel Pentium III 1 0 GHz or higher CPU PC AT PC is recommended OS Microsoft Windows7 Windows Vista Windows XP SP3 e RAM 1GB or more 2GB or more recommended for Mac CPU Intel Core Duo 2 0 GHz or faster including compatible CPU e OS Mac OS X 10 6 Snow Leopard 10 5 Leopard or 10 4 Tiger e RAM 1 GB or more 2 GB or more recommended 1 AVCCAM SD Card File Recovery can be downloaded for free from the following Panasonic website lt https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av support desk e download htm gt Optional Accessories Panasonic Panasonic Micro Four Thirds Lens Four Thirds Lens H FS045200 L ES014050 LUMIX G VARIO LEICA D VARIO ELMARIT 45 200mm F4 0 F5 6 MEGA O 1 S 14 50mm F2 8 3 5 ASPH MEGA O 1 S H FS014045 L RSO14050 LUMIX G VARIO LEICA D VARIO ELMAR 14 45mm F3 5 F5 6 ASPH MEGA O 1 S 14 50mm F3 8 5 6 ASPH MEGA O 1 S H F007014 L RS014150 LUMIX G VARIO LEICA D VARIO ELMAR 7 14mm F4 0 ASPH 14 150mm F3 5 5 6 ASPH MEGA O LS H VS014140 L X025 LUMIX G VARIO HD 14 140mm F4 0 F5 8 ASPH MEGA O 1 S H H020 LUMIX G 20mm F1 7 ASPH H F008 LUMIX G FISHEYE 8mm F3 5 H ES045 LEICA DG MACRO ELMARIT 45mm F2 8 ASPH MEGA O lI S LEICA D SUMMILUX 25mm F1 4 ASPH DMW MAt1 Mount adaptor for Four Thirds Lens DMW MA1 These options are not available in some areas VW VBG6 Battery Pack e 7 2 V 5 800 mAh we AG MC200G XLR Microp
15. for the AVCCAM camcorder is totally free from abrasion and dropout There is no drive mechanism required as there is for tape and disc based recorders so power consumption is low and size and weight are reduced Malfunctions are less likely to occur and there is no need to replace heads or transport Reuse components This translates into lower costs and easier maintenance greater energy savings and less waste when the unit is eventually disposed of All of these features help to conserve the environment Initialisation Recording SD Memory Card P2 Asset Support System The member s service program Providing valuable information when you need it P2 Asset Support System assists your AVCCAM use by providing extended warranty repair amp various technical information update notices operation guides etc upon registration Free registration no membership fees E 3 year extended warranty repair program Exclusive offer for AVCCAM Maximum 3 year extended warranty repair is applied for AVCCAM models after registration Several other services are also provided to members AVCCAMA Extended warranty repair E Latest news only for you In the member s website information is selected and presented for your models To be alerted to new firmware information and other releases an email newsletter can be subscribed to E Document library You can browse through and find various technical information operation guide
16. hone e Sensitivity 40 dB 3 5 dB OdB 1V Pa at 1kHz e Maximum Input level 127 dB 1000Hz Distortion within 1 e S N More than 69 dB SDXC SDHC SD Memory Card As of November 2010 BT LH2550 647 7mm 25 5 inches Wide HD SD LCD monitor BT LH1760 431 8 mm 17 inches Wide HD SD LCD monitor BT LH1710 431 8 mm 17 inches Wide HD SD LCD monitor BT LH900A 213 36 mm 8 4 inches HD SD LCD monitor BT LH80WU 200 66 mm 7 9 inches Wide HD SD LCD monitor Other Manufacturers Products ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14 35mm f2 0 SWD OLYMPUS Specifications As of November 2010 GENERAL Power Supply DC 7 2 V when the battery is used DC 7 3 V when the AC adaptor is used Power Consumption 12 4 W when recording Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Operating Humidity 10 to 80 No condensation Weight Approx 1 3 kg Approx 2 9 Ib Excluding the handle grip battery and accessories Dimensions W x H x D 163 4 mm x 195 mm x 290 4 mm 6 7 16 inches x 7 11 16 inches x 11 7 16 inches Including the handle and grip CAMERA Pick up Device 4 3 MOS fixed pickup device single panel primary color filter Picture Elements Effective picture elements Approx 12 400 000 pixels Single panel 16 9 Image Size Valid image range Approx 17 8 mm H x Approx 10 0 mm V Lens Not included Lens Mount Micro Four Th
17. ine Like e Adjustable H detail level V detail level detail coring and skin detail e Adjustable chroma level chroma phase and master pedestal Full HD 1080p Variable Frame Rate Recording An AVCHD Recording for Creative High Quality Imac Normal cinematic shooting at 24 fps 25 fps or 30 fps refers to the same rate as used in film cameras F Mag The AG AF100 series can record in 24 fps 25 fps and 30 fps are the standard frame rates used in the production of TV commercials music clips and video software Lower speed shooting at under 22 fps lets you attain a fast motion effect This technique can be combined with a warp speed effect to give special emphasis to flowing water fast moving clouds etc When the standard speed is 24 fps in 59 94 Hz mode For a standard speed of 25 fps in 50 Hz mode anything under 24 fps will be undercranked Higher speed shooting at over 25 fps produces slow motion effects This is especially effective for high action scenes like car chases or crashes or to create a dramatic impact in a scene When the standard speed is 24 fps in 59 94 Hz mode For a standard speed of 25 fps in 50 Hz mode anything over 26 fps will be overcranked AVCHD PH Mode for the High Image Quality Required by Professional Applications The AG AF100 series uses the AVCHD recording format and also supports the high image quality PH mode AVCHD complies with MPEG 4 AVC H 264 High Profile
18. irds system Lens mount ND Filter 1 4 1 16 1 64 VIDEO CAM mode 6aB to 18dB 3dB step FILM CAM mode ISO200 to ISO3200 Color Temperature settings ATW ATW LOCK preset 3200K preset 5600K preset VAR Ach Bch Shutter Speed 59 94 Hz Preset 60i p mode 1 60 sec 1 100 sec 1 120 sec 1 500 sec 1 1000 sec 1 2000 sec 30p mode 1 30 sec 1 50 sec 1 60 sec 1 120 sec 1 250 sec 1 500 sec 1 1000 sec 1 2000 sec 24p mode 1 24 sec 1 50 sec 1 60 sec 1 120 sec 1 250 sec 1 500 sec 1 1000 sec 1 2000 sec 50 Hz 50i p mode 1 50 sec 1 60 sec 1 120 sec 1 250 sec 1 500 sec 1 1000 sec 1 2000 sec 25p mode 1 25 sec 1 50 sec 1 60 sec 1 120 sec 1 250 sec 1 500 sec 1 1000 sec 1 2000 sec VIDEO CAM mode 59 94HZ 60i p mode 1 60 0 sec to 1 250 6 sec 30p mode 1 30 0 sec to 1 250 6 sec 24p mode 1 24 0 sec to 1 250 6 sec VIDEO CAM mode 50Hz 50i p mode 1 50 0 sec to 1 250 0 sec 25p mode 1 25 0 sec to 1 250 0 sec FILM CAM mode 10 0 d to 180 0 d to 360 0 d 0 5 d step 59 94Hz Gain Settings Shutter Speed Syncro Scan Shutter Speed Slow 60i p mode 1 2 sec 1 4 sec 1 8 sec 1 15 sec 1 30 sec VIDEO CAM mode only 30p mode 1 2 sec 1 4 sec 1 8 sec 1 15 sec 24p mode 1 2 sec 1 3 sec 1 6 sec 1 12 sec 50Hz 50i p mode 1 2 sec 1 3 sec 1 6 sec 1 12 sec 1 25 sec 25p mode 1 2 sec 1 3 sec 1 6 sec 1 12 sec Nor
19. k 2 5mm diameter TC PRESET IN OUT IN 1 0 V to 4 0 V p p 10 kQ also used for VIDEO OUT OUT 2 0 V 0 5 V p p low impedance USB Card reader function no copyright protection support Type mini B connector compliant with USB ver 2 0 Monitor LCD Monitor 3 45 type wide LCD color monitor Approx 920 000 dots Viewfinder wide 0 45 type LCD color monitor Approx 1 226 000 dots equivalent Standard Accessories Battery AC adaptor Battery charger AC power supply cable DC cable Wireless remote control and battery Eye cup Microphone holder Microphone holder screws Microphone holder adaptor Cable clamper Screws for cable clamper Manuals CD ROM Weight and dimensions shown are approximate Specifications are subject to change without notice SD Memory Card Recorder Lower Operating Costs Better for the Environment The SD Memory Card Helps Preserve the Environment SD Reduces Total Cost of Ownership 1 Faster easier editing because digitization is not necessary 2 Lower media costs because memory cards are reusable 3 Lower maintenance costs because there is no moving mechanism By reducing editing media and maintenance costs AVCCAM can help improve your bottom line Users can also take advantage of a special 3 year free repair service program that Panasonic offers for AVCCAM equipment with Its Reusability and Low Power Consumption The SDHC SD Memory Card media
20. mal Sensitivity F8 0 normal 2000Ix 3200K 89 9 reflex 1080 59 94i Horizontal Resolution 800 TV lines at center standard Video Recording Playback gt gt Recording Format AVCHD compliant MPEG 4 AVC H 264 Recording Media SD Memory Card Up to 512MB 1 GB 2 GB FAT12 FAT16 SDHC Memory Card 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB FAT32 SDXC Memory Card 48 GB 64GB exFAT However above Class4 is supported in PH and HA modes and above Class6 is supported during VFR recording 59 94Hz PH mode 1080 59 94i 1080 29 97p 1080 23 98p 720 59 94p 720 29 97p 720 23 98 HA HE mode 1080 59 94i 50Hz PH mode 1080 50i 1080 25p 720 50p 720 25p HA HE mode 1080 50i Recording Format Transmission Rate PH mode Approx 21 Mbps VBR HA mode Approx 17 Mbps VBR HE mode Approx 6 Mbps VBR Off 1 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min 2 min Recording mode is fixed to PH 1080 24p 59 94 Hz and PH 1080 25p 50 Hz and the maximum shooting time is 24 hours Approx 12 hours PH mode 1920 x 1080 or 1280 x 720 with two 64GB SDXC memory cards 1080 24p 30p 12 15 18 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 30 32 34 36 40 44 48 54 60 frame sec 1080 25p 12 15 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 30 32 34 37 42 45 48 50 frame sec Maximum Number of Clips Continual recording 900 Clips SD Memory Card x 1 Record after memory card is formatted and without removing the SD Memory Card Playback 1000 Clip
21. nals selectable from the menu The terminal also supports Auto Rec to enable backup recording in link with Rec Start Stop when a Panasonic recorder equipped with the same function such as the AG HPG20 is used Embedded audio is alSo supported The 24PsF output recording is only possible on the AJ HPM200 or other third party recorders which support 24PsF input HDMI Digital HD Output Terminal The AG AF100 series is equipped with a next generation HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface output terminal for digital transferring of high quality HD video and audio signals A separately purchased cable may be required for connecting the AG AF 100 series to a professional monitor via HDMI XLR Input for Pro Quality Audio In addition to the internal high performance stereo microphone the AG AF100 series comes equipped with two channel XLR audio input terminals with a 48 V phantom power supply Each channel can be selected from the internal XLR Audio Input microphone external microphone or line input Large easy to use level dials are also provided Down Converted SD Video Output The AG AF100 series has an internal down converter so that it can output SD 480 576 signals from SDI HDMI or VIDEO OUT The 16 9 4 3 aspect conversion mode can be selected from three types side crop letterbox squeeze Side crop output cannot be selected when an SDI HDMI output terminal is used Marker Grid Display
22. nsert a disc DVD AVCHD produced with the provided HD Writer 2 5E software into a device that does not support the AVCHD standard If it is inserted into such a device the disc may not eject Also do not play the disc with a device that does not support the AVCHD standard AVCCAM Restorer HD Content File Restore Software supplied with CD ROM AVCCAM Restorer software can also be used to restore files that were damaged for example by a power interruption during recording AVCCAM Restorer System Requirement for Windows PC Intel Core 2 Duo 2 4 GHz or higher CPU is recommended e OS Microsoft Windows7 32bit Windows Vista 32bit Windows XP SP3 32bit e RAM 1GB or more 2GB or more recommended for Mac CPU Intel Core Duo 2 0 GHz or faster including compatible CPU e OS Mac OS X 10 6 Snow Leopard 10 5 Leopard or 10 4 Tiger RAM 1 GB or more 2 GB or more recommended 1 AVCCAM Restorer is included in the supplied CD ROM This software can also be downloaded free For details please visit the following website and click on Support and Downloading Information lt https eww pavc panasonic co jp pro av support desk e download htm gt AVCCAM SD Card File Recovery File Recovery Software download free This application recovers accidentally deleted video data on an SD Memory Card recorded by an AVCCAM camera recorder AVCCAM SD Card File Recovery System Requirem
23. omparison of HD Recording Formats Sample comparison When a flash causes large HDV AVCHD contrast differences and reduces depth perception HDV shows considerable block GES Ve eee ee noise while AVCHD in PH mode minimizes Compression Method MPEG 2 MPEG 4 AVC H 264 break up HD image format of AG AF100 series AVCHDHD Recording Mode of AG AF100 series Recording Max Recording Time Image Format 59 94 Hz 50 Hz Mode Bit Rate Image Size Audio 64GB SDXC Memory Card x 2 1080 1080 59 94i 1080 50i Approx 21 Mbps Average 1920 x 1080 LPCM 2 ch n PH Mode ae Approx 12 hours 1080 only PH mode 1080 23 98p 1080 25p 7o09 7 HA Mode Approx 17 Mbps Average 1920 x 1080 Dolby Digital 2 ch Approx 16 hours 94p 720 50p 72 ly PH 720 29 97 eon PROE boat st 720 25p HE Mode Approx 6 Mbps Average 1440 x 1080 Dolby Digital 2 ch Approx 48 hours When two 64 GB SDXC Memory Cards are used The maximum continuous recording time is 12 hours regardless of the recording mode SMPTE Time Code Recording and 1 min 2 min Only in 1080 24p and 25p e Index Scenes can be marked with up to Synchro Function mode Audio recording not possible 100 index flags per clip The built in SMPTE time code generator lets e Pre rec While in standby mode you can e Rec check You can check the end of the you select the Drop Frame Non Drop Frame continuously store and subsequently most recently recorded clip with one touch and Free Run Rec Run modes and preset record up to
24. p 50 Slow 63 Slow 45p 56 Slow 54p 44 Slow 56 Slow 48p 52 Slow 60p 40 Slow 50 Slow 50p 50 Slow storage capacity which exceeds the 32 GB limit of the SDHC Memory Card the SDXC Memory Card can handle large data volumes of 48 GB or 64 GB It also boasts a high maximum data transfer speed of 22 MB s and a wide operating temperature range of 25 to 85 C 13 F to 185 F The AG AF100 series can also use the SDHC and SD Memory Cards The data transfer speed varies depending on the operating system of the SD compatible devices The indicated rate was measured at a maximum specification point specified by Panasonic Two Card Slots for Relay Recording The AG AF100 series has two memory card slots The active slot for recording can be switched and the internal relay recording function enables continuous recording by automatically changing the recording card media By using two SDXC Memory Cards the AG AF100 series can record up to 12 hours in PH mode or 48 hours in HE mode Video clips can be copied between cards mounted in the two slots When two 64 GB SDXC Memory Cards are used The maximum continuous recording time is 12 hours regardless of the recording mode A Class 4 or higher SDXC SDHC SD Memory Card is required for recording in PH or HA mode For other recording modes use a Class 2 or higher SDXC SDHC SD Memory Card The use of a Panasonic SDXC Memory Card is recommended ye Production C
25. re are two other modes simultaneous focusing iris adjustment and simultaneous focusing YGET You can select and set any of these five modes er B O T Ps i e i i Screen displayed when the area function is in use Focus Assist Function The AG AF100 series is equipped with an HD focus assist function The focus bar indicates the focus level and the focus in red display shows the focus area These two display functions help you to focus more smoothly A face detection function is also provided and area auto focus and area auto iris are possible 1 CE hiim MR 22h56m Focus assist ON Three User Buttons Three user buttons are provided for one touch operation of frequently used functions Two buttons are located on the control panel and one button is placed at the upper part of the grip handle Each button can be assigned with any of the Wide ISO Sensitivity Gain Setting Range The sensitivity can be set between ISO 200 and ISO 3200 in FILM CAM mode or the gain can be adjusted between 18 dB and 6 dB in VIDEO CAM mode The 3 position L M H gain switch can be assigned with three desired settings for quick switching following 14 functions The negative gain 3 dB 6 dB is effective Assignable Functions for reducing sensitivity and reducing noise INH REC CHECK Recording check FACE DETECT Face detection function FOCUS ASSIST Displays edge in red CAPTURE No assigned fun
26. s technical descriptions etc quickly from the library E Manage your equipment You can easily know the update status and past service history of each unit and can leave comments in free text as memos about your equipment Basic warranty Not all models are eligible for extended warranty coverage Please note that this extended warranty is not available in some countries regions See the website below for details 1 The basic warranty period may vary depending on the country region See the enclosed warranty card for warranty coverage 2 Not all repair work is covered by this extended warranty See the enclosed warranty card for warranty coverage The maximum warranty period may be adjusted depending on the number of hours the device has been used Details and user registration http panasonic biz sav pass_e AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are registered trademark of Sony Corporation and Panasonic Corporation Dolby and the double D symbols are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories HDMI and the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC SD Logo is a trademark SDHC logo marks are a registered trademark SDXC logo marks are a registered trademark Apple Macintosh Mac OS Quick Time and Final Cut Studio are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Pentium Core and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation registered in the U S and other
27. s up to 1000 clips displayed Still Image Capture Function Recording Format JPEG Interval Recording Recording Time VFR Recording Function 9 thumbnail displays Clip deletion Protect Format Video Output o SDI HD SD BNC x 1 0 8 V p p 759 59 94Hz 1080 60i 1080 24psF 720 60p 480 60i 50Hz 1080 50i 720 50p 576 50i HDMI HDMI x 1 HDMI TypeA terminal VIERA Link not supported 59 94Hz 1080 60i 720 60p 480 60p 50Hz 1080 50i 720 50p 576 50p VIDEO RCA pin jack 1 0 V p p 75Q 59 94Hz 480 60i 50Hz 576 50i Audio recording playback Recording Format PH mode Dolby Digital 2ch linear PCM digital 2ch switch HA HE mode Dolby Digital 2ch Sampling Frequency 48 kHz Encoding 16 bit Compressed Bit Rate Dolby Digital PH mode 384 kbpsHA HE mode 256 kbps Audio Input Output Built in Microphone Stereo microphone Audio Input XLR 3 pin x 2 INPUT 1 INPUT 2 LINE MIC selectable high impedance LINE 0 dBu MIC 50 dBu 60 dBu menu selectable AUDIO Output RCA pin jack x 2 CH1 CH2 316 mV 600 Q SDI Output 2ch linear PCM BID MTOUIDUE 2ch linear PCM S 1ch Dolby Digital Headphone 3 5mm diameter stereo mini jack x 1 Speaker 20 mm round x 1 Other Connectors Camera Remote Super mini jack 2 5 mm diameter S S Mini jack 3 5 mm diameter FOCUS IRIS INDEX Remote Super mini jac
28. s an extension of the Four Thirds standards for DSLR Digital Single Lens Reflex cameras Panasonic and some other manufactures have already released a number of digital cameras and interchangeable lenses based on the Micro Fourth Thirds standards The Four Thirds name is derived from the 4 3 type approx 17 3 mm x 13 mm approx 0 68 inches x 0 51 inches image sensor The size of the image sensor the standardized lens mount developed for it and interchangeable lenses designed exclusively for digital cameras form the core of the Four Thirds standards These standards were established to offer an optimal solution for digital cameras breaking loose the confines of film Camera standards In establishing the Micro Four Thirds standards the flange back distance the distance from the lens mount surface to the image sensor was reduced by about half and the mount diameter was made about 6 mm 0 24 inches smaller than that of the Four Thirds mount The image sensor size is the same as that of the 4 3 type used in the Four Thirds standard The Micro Four Thirds standards have made it possible to reduce the size and weight of cameras and lenses and to achieve greater interchangeability of lenses together with video recording capability T MICRO FOURTHIRDS 1 As of November 2010 based on a Panasonic survey A Image Sensor A A Lens Mount Lens Mount Comparison of Image Sensor Standards mm 7 8 inches T T c
29. s features high performance image processing and correction functions designed exclusively for HD motion images Panasonic does not guarantee the compatibility or performance of all lenses that are mountable on the AG AF100 series AVC CAM i An example of an image recorded in undercrank mode An example of an image recorded in overcrank mode quick motion effect slow motion effect AVCCAM Functions and Specifications Refined Through Extensive Professional Video Use The AVCCAM HD recorder section has been improved and refined through extensive use in broadcasting and movie production The AG AF100 series boasts superb image quality extended recording time variable frame rate function like the VariCam the operating ease and mobility that you need for motion image acquisition The photo shows one example of an applicable system The matte box is sold by Vocas For details visit the Vocas website http www vocas com Panasonic does not guarantee the compatibility or performance of all lenses that are mountable on the AG AF100 series Use a support system when mounting a lens weighing more than 1 kg 2 2 Ib The Camera Section Features a Four Thirds Image Sensor and Design Especially for Video Use Appr World s First to Adopt Micro Four Thirds The AG AF100 series is the first professional HD camera recorder to adopt the Micro Four Thirds standards These standards were announced in 2008 a
30. the latest motion picture compression technology Boasting a compression efficiency that is more than twice that of the MPEG 2 system such as HDV this advanced video file format delivers superb image quality and low data rates The PH mode was developed for AVCCAM by Panasonic exclusively for high quality professional video production This mode boasts a maximum AVCHD bit rate of 24 Mbps average 21 Mbps and records 1920 x 1080 full HD images Uncompressed LPCM 2 Channel Recording for High Quality Sound The PH mode supports uncompressed 16 bit LPCM 2 channel digital audio recording for high quality sound in addition to Dolby Digital 2 channel audio The HA HE mode employs Dolby Digital 2 channel audio recording only Multi HD Format Compatibility The AVCHD PH mode is compatible with multiple HD formats such as 1080 60i 1080 30p 1080 24p and 720 60p Additionally the AG AF100 series lets you select 60 Hz or 50 Hz to support HD systems used around the world For details see the video format table on the right page Actual recording is at 60 Hz 59 94 Hz 30 Hz 29 97 Hz and 24 Hz 23 98 Hz respectively 1080p Variable Frame Rate Recording The AG AF100 series has inherited and further advanced the acclaimed functions of the VariCam that is widely used in producing movies TV programs and TV commercials The new Variable Frame Rate VFR function supports full HD 1920 x 1080 progressive mode Armed with a
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