PANASONIC DVX-100

When initially introduced, the AG-DVX100 (pre-A model) was the first small video camcorder to offer film-like 24-frame per second recording. High-end shoulder mount cameras offer film-speed recording, but operating these cameras requires a large production crew and oodles of money. The next model, the AG-DVX100A added more gamma correction and other cine’ picture-look settings than the first model. The AG-DVX100B is the improved version of the “A” camera with some 20 new features like a higher resolution viewfinder, Scene Files and Time Code transfer through the FireWire cable, greater power efficiency with newly developed battery pack, more delicate zoom control and more. An all-black paint job on the new DVX-100B camera actually hides finger marks and smears and reduces reflection compared with the older silver bodied “A” model. This latest version also comes standard with Magic Bullet edit software and an instructional DVD production book.

FEATURES:
– 16:9 Aspect Display Mode on EVF and LCD for distortion free Squeeze Mode or Anamorphic Display
– High resolution 235,000 pixel .44″ BW/color switchable electronic viewfinder (EVF) with superimposed audio metering
– High resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5″ LCD display with superimposed audio metering
– Remote focus and iris control with optional VariZoom controller(s) and others
– LCD panel has a bit of a break-away beyond the 90 degree point
– Single Button Display Character Off for LCD and EVF
– Scene files transfer over FireWire
– Time code transfers over Firewire
– 1/3″ 3-CCD Mini-DV camcorder with exclusive CineSwitch technology
– Outstanding sensitivity of F11 @ 2000 lux
– Supports 480i/60 (NTSC), Cinema-style 480p/24fps, and 480p/30fps image capture
– Precision wide-angle Leica Dicomar lens with Servo/Manual Zoom (with stops & barrel markings)
– Auto/manual focus F1.6 with 72mm filter size and advanced optical image stabilization
– Conventional 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 letterbox image capture modes
– 16×9 anamorphic letterbox and digital squeeze
– Conventional video gamma and CineGamma operational modes
– Seven gamma settings: L, M, H, CINE-LIKE, + CINE-LIKE D, CINE-LIKE V, Black Press
– Four knee settings: Auto, Low, Mid, High
– Four color matrix settings: Norm, Enriched, Fluor, Cine
– Three vertical detail level settings in progressive mode: Thin, Mid, Thick
– Up to +12dB gain in progressive mode
– 2-channel XLR audio inputs with phantom power supply (+48V) and manual audio levels
– S-Video, Video & Stereo Audio IN and OUT
– Standard IEEE 1394 FireWire interface (in/out) for transfer of digital video/audio to NLE platforms
– One Shot recording capability
– Unique pre-cleaning heads and auto head cleaning to maximize reliability
– Well balanced and highly portable: 4.4 pounds in full operating condition
– Longer-lasting 5400mA standard battery
– Edge enhancement for easy focusing: Peaking (switchable on/off) in LCD and EVF
– Auto focus assist in progressive mode
– Built-in SMPTE color bars in interlace and progressive modes
– Three user-programmable buttons are assignable to any one of 11 functions
– Color drop-down display mode for menu choices
– End Search Camera function: no longer necessary to go to VCR mode to search up to the end of the recording
– MOD (Minimum Object Distance): 0.6 meter
– Two zebra settings: 80-105%
– CineSwitch: Scene File Dial is more protected from unintentional changes
– Slower middle zoom speed
– Color level, brightness and contrast adjustment: separate LCD and EVF settings
– Audio off tape or live E-E for delay free (echo free) monitoring (menu choice)
– ROHS compliant manufacturing assuring environmentally correct parts and methodology