AG-HPX250 P2 Handheld Memory Card Camera Recorder (AG-HPX250P, AG-HPX250EJ, AG-HPX250EN)
Shoulder-Type Performance and Functions in a Professional Handheld Camera Recorder The high-performance AG-HPX250 P2 handheld fills out the P2HD Series by incorporating the newest technologies throughout — in the lens, camera and recorder sections. The newly developed 22x zoom lens covers a wide shooting range, from wide-angle to telephoto, and features three manual rings for precise control. Imaging is optimized by the high-sensitivity, low-noise 1/3-type 2.2-megapixel U.L.T.
22x Panasonic Lens — Zooming in on New Levels of Image Expression Packed with Panasonic Optical Technology Optical Image Stabilizer, Digital Zoom, and ND Filter The high-performance zoom lens was developed specifically for professional HD video production. While inheriting the wide-angle capabilities of the DVX and HVX Series, it adds the same level of operating ease as you'd expect from an interchangeable lens model for broadcasting and other professional uses.
The High-Quality DSP Matches Image Processing and Quality to match Each Shooting Situation 20 bit Digital Signal Processor The AG-HPX250 incorporates a high-performance 20 bit DSP that handles image rendering processes such as gamma and various detail enhancement functions with exceptional precision.
Exclusive P2HD High Image Quality: 10 bit, 4:2:2, AVC-Intra 100 Codec Full-Pixel, Full-Sample AVC-Intra Recording This is the first handheld camerarecorder to support the AVC-Intra codecs of the P2HD Series for HD recording of broadcast and movie images. Featuring a high compression ratio based on the new MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 moving picture compression technology, this advanced system maintains intra-frame compression to provide both high image quality and AVC-Intra Codec LSI excellent editing performance.
Variable Frame Rate Function Enhances the Image Expression Variable Frame Rate — Also Supported in 1080p Mode The Variable Frame Rate (VFR) function was inherited from the Panasonic VariCam, which is widely used for producing movies, TV series, and TV commercials. It creates a wide range of film-camera-like images, such as overcranking for slow-motion and undercranking for quick-motion effects. Image Modes and Variable Frame Rates 1080/59.94i, 23.98p, 29.
System Functions for Multi-Camera and Other Broadcast Applications Multi-Camera Synchronizing with Genlock IN and TC IN/OUT The AG-HPX250 is the first handheld camera recorder to support multicamera synchronizing. It features a built-in SMPTE time-code generator/ reader, TC input/output, and Genlock input, ideal for multi-camera live relay and recording systems. G/L G/L G/L TC IN/OUT The TC value of the camera-2 and 3 are matched to the camera-1 SDI G/L SDI SDI Other Interfaces • USB 2.
P2HD Interview and Recording Workflows Using the AG-HPX250 USB 2.0 (HOST) HDD P2 Viewer P2 CMS USB 2.0 (DEVICE) IEEE 1394 (AVC) P2 Viewer Note PC/ P2 CMS Mac AG-HPX250 AG-HPX250 NLE USB 2.0 P2 card AG-PCD2G With a Portable HDD or Notebook PC Linking with DVCPRO (HD/50M/25M) and DV Devices Files recorded by the AG-HPX250 can be copied using only a portable HDD. Or, a notebook PC* can be used for viewing the results and editing metadata and text memos.
Optional Accessories and P2HD Series Equipment AG-MC200G XLR Microphone •Sensitivity: –40 dB ±3.5 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa, 1 kHz) •Maximum input level: 127 dB (1000 Hz, distortion within 1%) •S/N: more than 69 dB CGA-D54/CGA-D54s Battery Pack (5,400 mAh) As of August, 2011 AJ-PCD2G Memory Card Drive “P2 drive” USB-Bus-powered 1-Slot P2 drive ideal for mobile application. AJ-PCD30 NEW Memory Card Drive “P2 drive” 3-slot drive with USB 3.0 interface for high-speed 1.5 Gbps data transfer.
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AG-HPX250 Specifications General Specification Supply Voltage: Power Consumption: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight: Dimensions (W x H x D): As of August, 2011 Digital Video Specification DC 7.2 V (when the battery is used) DC 7.9 V (when the AC adaptor is used) 15.0 W (when the LCD monitor is used) 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) 10% to 80% (no condensation) Approx. 2.5 kg (5.
Please refer to the latest Non-linear Compatibilty Information, P2 Support, Downlord and Service Information, etc. at the following Panasonic web site. http://pro-av.panasonic.net/ Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC Mounting and Transferring Files The PC must be installed with the included P2 driver in order to recognize, copy and transfer P2 files. This driver is also necessary when using the PC card slot and when handling P2 files stored on a hard-disk device, such as the P2 store.