AG-
Mini-DV Camera/Recorder (NTSC)
Digital
Mini
Video
Cassette
Exceptional picture quality, thanks to a 410,000-pixel, 3CCD imaging
system with high F11 sensitivity and low smear and flare levels.
Wide 32.5mm-325mm (35mm lens equivalent) Leica Dicomar lens.
Quick, easy, accurate operation with features such as cam-driven
manual zoom and scene file dial.
Cinema mode for 24p/30p progressive image shooting
and Cine-Like gamma.
Totally designed for professionals, with large electronic viewfinder,
audio XLR input, and oversized audio controls.
IEEE 1394 terminal for non-linear production and digital dubbing.
Crafted to Meet the Highest Professional Standards
High Sensitivity, Wide-Angle Lens, Superior Picture Quality, 24p/30p Mode
New 410,000-Pixel, 3CCD Image System Provides F11
Sensitivity for Superior Image Quality
Highly Reliable DV Mechanism
Panasonic chose a DV mechanism for the AG-DVX100 because of its
superior mobility, low running costs, extended recording capability,
and easy tape availability. However, for the AG-DVX100 we
developed a greatly enhanced, vastly more reliable mechanism than
the ones used in home DV cameras and recorders.
To minimize dropout and head
Panasonic designed the AG-DVX100 to deliver the highest sensitivity
and picture quality in its class. At its heart is a 3CCD RGB system
comprising three 1/3-inch, 410,000-pixel progressive CCDs
developed especially for broadcast and professional applications.
The new on-chip lens design achieves high F11 sensitivity, allowing
the AG-DVX100 to record in light as
clogging, we incorporated the
dim as below three lux, for example,
same forward cleaning head and
in nighttime news gathering. Picture
automatic head cleaning
quality is outstanding, with a high
function found in DVCPRO
S/N ratio that means less noise in
models. The sturdy loading
darker parts of the image and low
system allows quick tape
smear that allows shooting in
changes.
sunlight or under bright spotlights.
World's First 24p Mode and Cine-Like Gamma —
Handheld Camera for Filmmakers
The AG-DVX100 is the world's first handheld camera designed with
cinema specifications. With its superb, film-like picture quality, the
AG-DVX100 stands as a revolutionary development for independent
filmmakers and anyone who produces short movies or streaming
video for online distribution.
• World's First Handheld DV Camera with 24p Shooting Mode*
The AG-DVX100 gives you a choice of three shooting modes. Select
24p (24 fps, progressive) for images with a movie film-like look and
motion, 30p (30 fps, progressive), or standard 60i (60 fps, interlace).
Images captured in 24p mode can be 2:3 pulldown-converted (24p
Mode) or 2:3:3:2 pulldown-converted (24p Advance Mode) and
recorded onto tape in the standard 60i TV format. They can also be
played back using an ordinary DV VTR and TV monitor and edited
with a DV system.
Wide-Angle/Zoom Lens Answers Professional Needs
Previous handheld video cameras lacked sufficient wide-angle
capabilities for professional applications. To make up for this
shortcoming, videographers often had to carry a big, heavy wide-
angle conversion lens. The AG-DVX100 eliminates this problem
with a newly developed zoom lens that also covers the wide-angle
range that professionals need most. Extending all the way to 4.5mm
(equivalent to 32.5mm on a 35mm lens), the lens captures wide-
angle shots for news close-ups, recording in small rooms, and self-
recorded interviews. And because there's no need to haul around a
wide-angle conversion lens, you get the full benefit of the handheld
camera's outstanding mobility.
Superb Image Rendering with the Leica Dicomar™ Lens
The AG-DVX100's Leica Dicomar™ lens incorporates the optical
technology of Leica Camera AG, creator of many world-renowned
cameras and lenses. This fine lens system employs 15 lens elements
in 11 groups, including two aspherical lenses, to render sharp, crisp
images with subtle nuances and remarkable shading. A Leica multi-
coating process is also applied to the lenses to reduce flare and
ghosts. The Leica Dicomar™ lens is manufactured under a quality
control process authorized by Leica Camera AG. It meets the strict
*As of September 2002.
*True 24p editing will require a non-linear editing system that is compatible with the 24p Advance
Mode and provides reverse conversion from 60i to 24p. Development of such a system is now being
planned by a Panasonic manufacturing partner. Use of a non-linear editing system compatible with the
24p Advance Mode pulldown results in less image degradation than 24p Mode, due to digital
compression during reverse conversion from 60i to 24p.
• Cine-Like Gamma Curve
The AG-DVX100 lets you select from four gamma curves according
to the image tone desired.
Leica quality standards for
Optical Image Stabilizer
resolution, contrast and
other characteristics.
*Leica is a registered trademark of Leica
Microsystems IR GmbH.
CINE-LIKE:
LOW:
Film-like images
Images with strong black contrast
Standard video gamma
NORM:
HIGH:
Bright images with enhanced gradation in dark portions
and soft contrast
Dicomar is a registered trademark of
Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.
aspherical lens
Optical Image Stabilizer Compensates for Hand Shaking
The AG-DVX100's OIS compensates for the slight hand shaking that
occurs when shooting with a handheld camera. A gyrosensor detects
hand shake and sends signals to a linear motor, which adjusts the
lens to compensate. Because this process takes place prior to the
CCD image capture rather than in the downstream electronic
processing, the OIS virtually eliminates any effect of hand shake on
resolution and screen angle. The OIS is also extremely effective in
dim lighting and when zooming. Because the processing is done in
real-time at 480 operations/sec, there are virtually no unnatural
afterimages or visible interpolation effects.
• 24p Mode (2:3 pulldown)
24p (capture)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
60i (record) A A B B B C C D D D E E F F F G G H H H
• 24p Mode Advance (2:3:3:2 pulldown)
"NORM" image
24p (capture)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
60i (record)
A A B B B C C C D D E E F F F G G G H H
• 30p Mode
30p (capture) A B C D E F G H
I
J
60i (record) A A B B C C D D E E F F G G H H I I J J
"CINE-LIKE" image
Controls that Replicate Professional Cameras
Versatile Manual and High-Speed Auto Functions
Fast, Smooth, Cam-Driven Manual Zoom
3-Position White Balance with Auto Tracking White Function
One press of the AWB button is all it takes to adjust the white
balance and black balance. There are three white balance values to
select from: one that's preset, and two (A, B) that you can set and
save in memory. The auto tracking white balance (ATW) function
can also be assigned to any of the three positions. The ATW mode
supports fast, active shooting by adjusting the white balance in real-
time as lighting conditions change.
The AG-DVX100 is the first DV handheld camera to be equipped
with the cam-driven manual zoom ring found on most professional
cameras with interchangeable lenses. The AG-DVX100's pin
configuration and tactile sensitivity replicate the familiar look and
feel of a professional lens. Its lens provides quick, nimble zooming
with a multi-speed servo-driven zoom plus three speed handle
zoom. Select the zoom method that best suits the task at hand.
Manual/Auto Focus
Auto Button for Instant, Easy Shooting
Enjoy fast, sharp focusing either manually or automatically. In
manual mode, the focus ring provides the same responsive control as
conventional professional cameras with interchangeable lenses. In
auto mode you get the kind of sharp, instant focusing needed in
news gathering or when shooting at a high or low angle.
When set to the infinity position, the focal distance is immediately
prepared for the next manual focus. Pressing the Push Auto button
while in manual mode temporarily activates auto focus.
Just press the Auto button to turn on Auto Iris, Auto Gain, Auto
Tracking White Balance, and Auto Focus -- and you’re quickly ready
to shoot. You can also customize the Auto button by removing
functions and setting the gain to any value desired.
With this new Auto function, the AG-DVX100 gives you the best of
both worlds -- the speed and ease of automatic operation, and the
precision of manual control.
Gain, Iris, Shutter Speed, ND Filter
Scene File Dial for Quick, Easy Camera Setup
Set this dial for any of a variety of shooting conditions, and later you
can instantly retrieve the settings. Six preset files are provided (F1 to
F6, described below). You can freely change any of the six file
names and their settings.
• Gain: Increases gain up to 18 dB. The selector has three positions:
L is fixed at 0 dB; M and H can be set to 0, +3, +6, +9, or +12 dB.
• Iris: Allows smooth, gradual manual or auto iris adjustment. The iris
dial allows adjustment even when in Auto mode. Either backlight
compensation or spotlight compensation can be added to the auto
iris adjustment.
File Descriptions
• Shutter: Maximum shutter speed is 1/2,000 sec. When a computer
monitor is being recorded, a synchro scan function matches the
shutter speed to the monitor to help eliminate the moving bar.
• ND filter: Two ND filters (1/8 ND, 1/64 ND) are built-in and easily
accessible.
F1: --
Standard settings
F2: FLUO.
F3: SPARK
Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights
Highlighting subjects at receptions, dinners,
and other gatherings
F4: B-STR
F5: 24P
Enhanced gradation in dark portions of sunset shots
24p mode + Cine-Like gamma
F6: ADVANC
Advanced 24p mode + Cine-Like gamma
User1/User2 Buttons for Customized Operation
The AG-DVX100 provides two user buttons, each of which can be
assigned any one of the nine functions described below. The
assigned functions can then be accessed at the touch of a button.
This lets you customize the AG-DVX100 for quicker, easier, more
versatile operation.
manual zoom ring
manual focus ring
Assignable Functions
COLOR BAR
SPOTLIGHT
BACKLIGHT
BLACKFADE
WHITEFADE
MODECHECK
ATW
Display/hide the SMPTE color bar
Turn auto iris spotlight correction ON/OFF
Turn auto iris backlight correction ON/OFF
Fade out to a black screen (linked with audio)
Fade out to a white screen (linked with audio)
Display camera settings in viewfinder/monitor
Turn auto tracking white balance function ON/OFF
Lock/unlock white balance in ATW operation
Switch the gain to +18 dB
ATWLOCK
GAIN 18dB
iris dial
Body Design, Switches, Connectors,
and Recording Functions — All Built for the Professional
New Lightweight Design with Balanced Grip
Built-In SMPTE Time Code Generator/Reader
The AG-DVX100 records an SMPTE-compliant VTC onto the sub-
code area of the tape. Select from DF/NDF and Free Run/Rec Run
modes, and use preset or regen. User bits (UB) are also provided,
letting you record your choice of date, time, TC value, frame rate, or
user data.
The AG-DVX100 introduces a new design that ends the
contradiction between a compact, lightweight body and a stable,
secure hold. The center of balance is located precisely at the
handgrip. Because there's no need for a wide-angle conversion lens,
the weight balance is ideal for comfortable shooting.
The AG-DVX100's short body and light weight — it weighs just 4 lb
(1.8 kg) in operating condition* — means free, easy maneuverability.
Plus, the low-center-of-gravity design and new skeleton lens hood
greatly improve forward vision.
External Backup with the IEEE 1394 Synchro Lock Function
The AG-DVX100 comes equipped with an IEEE 1394-compliant 4-
pin DV terminal that makes it easy to upload data to a PC and dub
onto a DV recorder. This terminal also features a new synchro lock
function that allows the AG-DVX100 to remotely start and stop an
external DV device connected to it via a DV cable. Three recording
modes help protect against mistakes: record only onto the external
recorder, record onto both the AG-DVX100 and the external
recorder, begin external recording when the AG-DVX100 tape ends.
*Camera/recorder with DV cassette tape and supplied battery.
XLR Audio Input with +48-V Phantom
Power Supply
In addition to built-in stereo microphones, the
AG-DVX100 is equipped with two XLR audio
input terminals with a 48-V phantom power
supply for broadcast use. The terminals are
positioned low on the camera to minimize the
possibility of the cables being snagged when a
hand mic is in use. Both input 1 and input 2 can
be switched between line and mic.
IEEE1394 interface
(Digital A/V and Remote)
AG-DVX100 Camera/Recorder
DV Cable (4P-4P)
DV Recorder (AG-DV1DC etc.)
Support Functions for Greater Convenience
Large Audio Dials and Flexible Input Selection
The AG-DVX100 has the same kind of large level-adjustment dials as
DVCPRO camera/recorders. This practical new design incorporates
professional operating features, such as blind touch and easy
visibility, that have been refined over years of use on location.
A switch lets you select built-in mic, input 1, or input 2 for the audio
input of both left and right channels. Auto
• End search: Automatically searches for the last recorded portion of
the tape. Convenient when preparing to start the next recording.
• Mode check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the
viewfinder and monitor. Makes it easy to check before recording.
• 2-Pattern zebra: Displays an overexposure warning on the
viewfinder and monitor. Select any two levels from among 80%,
85%, 90%, 95%, and 100%.
gain level control can be turned on and
off, and the input mic level (–50 dB/–60
• Rec check: Plays back the last portion of a recorded passage for
easy checking.
dB) can be selected from the menu.
• Index: Enables marking while recording. Convenient for searching
after recording.
Large Viewfinder and LCD Monitor
• Tally lamps: Provided on the unit’s front and rear menu switchable.
• Audio dubbing: Allows voice-over recording on a recorded tape via
an external mic.
• Line recording: Lets you record a video signal input from an
external source.
• Unlike consumer DV camcorders, the audio is locked to the video
with a PLL circuit.
• Reversible eye cup for left and right eyed shooters.
• Built-in SMPTE color bars
The large-diameter viewfinder tilts upward a full 100°. You can
move the viewfinder away from your eye and still see it clearly,
making it easy to adopt a comfortable shooting stance with
unobstructed forward vision. The 3.5-inch color LCD shows your
subject in sharp, vivid detail and greatly simplifies menu settings. It
rotates a full 270° for shooting at a wide variety of angles and easy
self-recording.
Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control on Upper Handle Grip
In addition to the lens grip, the upper part of the handle grip contains
both the Rec Start/Stop button and a lens zoom control. This design
assures easy shooting even at low angles or when using a tripod.
The zoom speed can be set to any of three speed levels or off.
useful for setup.
Interval Recording and One-Shot Recording
The AG-DVX100's interval recording works much like a time-lapse
VTR and offers exceptionally high quality. Use it to observe the
growth of a plant, monitor progress at a construction site, or for a
frame-by-frame recording effect. Recording times can be set from 0.5
to 2 seconds, at intervals from 30 seconds to 10 minutes.
There's also a One-Shot mode — for animation film making — that
records for the set number of seconds each time the Start/Stop button
is pressed.
Switches and connectors are arranged to allow easy use of the AG-DVX100's many functions,
and a host of bundled accessories and available options prepare it for action just about anywhere.
Top view (handle and grip)
Sub-panel (with LCD monitor opened)
Side view (with LCD monitor closed)
Optional Accessories
AG-DVX100 Bundled Standard Accessories
Eye cup
Lens hood
AG-MC100G
XLR microphone
CGR-D16A/1B Battery Pack (1.6 Ah)
Microphone
AC adapter
holder
Wireless remote
control unit
Shoulder
strap
AC cable
DC Cable
Battery
Cleaning tape
AG-B15
AC adapter kit
CGR-D28A/1B Battery Pack (2.8 Ah)
Front view (with lens hood removed)
Rear view (with terminal cover removed)
Side view (with terminal cover removed)
Mini DV Cassette Tape
AG-LW7208G
Wide conversion lens
AG-LA7200G
16:9 conversion lens
IEEE1394 Interface cable
AY-DVM63PQ
AG-HT100G
Hard carry case
Professional Series Tape
AY-DVM63MQ
Master Series Tape
*Please do not use 80 minutes miniDV
cassette tapes
AY-DVMCL
Cleaning tape
AG-SC100G
Soft carry case
QR-DVX AntonBauer battery adapter
AG-DVX100 Specifications
[GENERAL]
[VIDEO]
Supply Voltage:
DC 7.2/7.9 V
Sampling Frequencies:
Quantizing:
Y: 13.5 MHz, PB/PR: 3.375 MHz
8 bits
Power Consumption:
6.8 W (when viewfinder is used)
7.8 W (when LCD monitor is used)
9.2 W (max.)
Video Compression System: DCT + variable length code
Error Correction:
Reed-Solomon product code
Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
32°F to +104°F (0°C to +40°C)
10% to 85% (no condensation)
[AUDIO]
3.652 lb (1.66 kg)
4.034 lb (1.83 kg) with battery and cassette
Sampling Frequency:
Quantizing:
48 kHz/32 kHz
16 bits/12 bits
Dimensions (WxHxD):
5-1/2" x 6-5/16" x 14-3/8" (139 x 160 x 364 mm)
Frequency Characteristics:
Wow & Flutter:
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Below measurable limits
[CAMERA]
Pick-up Device:
1/3-inch interline transfer type CCD x 3
(progressive modes supported)
[CONNECTORS]
VIDEO IN/OUT:
Pin jack, analog composite input/output, 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω
Picture Elements:
Lens:
Total: 410,000 pixels
Effective: 380,000 pixels (horizontal pixel shift system)
(input/output automatically switched)
S-VIDEO IN/OUT:
AUDIO IN/OUT:
S-connector, Y/C separate signal input/output,
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75Ω
(input/output automatically switched)
Leica DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer,
motorized/manual mode switching, 10x zoom
F 1.6 (f = 4.5 to 45 mm) (35 mm equivalent: 32.5 to 325 mm)
Pin jacks a2 (CH1, CH2)
Filter Diameter:
72 mm
Input: 316 mV, high impedance
Output: 316 mV, 600Ω
(input/output automatically switched)
Optical Color Separation:
Optical Filter:
Prism system
ND Filters, 1/8ND, 1/64ND
0, +3, +6, +9, +12, +18 dB (60i mode only)
Gain Selection:
DV:
4-pin, digital input/output, IEEE 1394 standard
Shooting Mode:
60i (525i) interlaced fields
MIC/LINE INPUT:
XLR (3 pins) x 2 (CH1, CH2)
Progressive mode (30P, 24P or 24P advance)
LINE/MIC switching, high impedance
LINE: 0 dBu, MIC: –50 dBu/–60 dBu (menu selection)
7.9 V
Preset Shutter Speeds:
60i mode: 1/60 (OFF), 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500,
1/1000, 1/2000 sec.
30P mode: 1/30, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250,
1/500,1/1000 sec.
24P, 24P (ADV) mode: 1/24, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250,
1/500, 1/1000 Sec.
DC INPUT:
PHONES:
Stereo (3.5 mm diameter), 77 mV, 32Ω
Mini jack (2.5 mm diameter)
CAM REMOTE:
[EQUIPMENTS]
LCD Monitor:
Synchro Scan Shutter Speeds: 60i mode: 1/60.3 to 1/250.0 sec.
30P mode: 1/30.1 to 1/250.0 sec.
3.5-inch LCD color monitor, 200,000 pixels
0.44-inch LCD color viewfinder, 180,000 pixels
Stereo microphone
24P, 24P (ADV) mode: 1/24.1 to 1/250.0 sec.
Viewfinder:
Sensitivity:
F11.0 at 2000 lux
Internal Microphone:
Internal Speaker:
Minimum luminance:
3 lux (F 1.6, 18 dB gain, 50 IRE video output)
20mm round shape, volume – or +
[VTR]
[AC ADAPTER]
Power Source:
Recorded Audio Signals:
PCM digital recording
16 bits: 48 kHz/2 channels, 12 bits: 32 kHz/4 channels
110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
18 W
Power Consumption:
Weight:
Recording Tracks:
Digital video, audio signals: helical track
Time code: helical track (sub-code area)
0.35 Ib (0.16 kg)
Dimensions (WxHxD):
2-13/16" x 1-13/16" x 4-5/8" (70 x 44.5 x 116 mm)
Tape Speed:
SP mode: 18.812 mm/sec., LP mode: 12.555 mm/sec.
Recording Time:
SP mode: 60 minutes,
LP mode: 90 minutes (when AY-DVM63 is used)
*The specifications given above were measured by playing back tapes
recorded by the AG-DVX100 on standard VTRs.
Tape Used:
6.35 mm wide metal tape
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
FF/Rew Time:
Approx. 85 sec. (when AY-DVM60 is used)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Systems Business Group
2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma, Osaka, 571-8503 Japan
Tel. 81-6-6905-4650 Fax. 81-6-6908-5969
Panasonic Latin America S.A.
PANASONIC BROADCAST & TELEVISION SYSTEMS
COMPANY
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA
(
Caribe,Centro America, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia,
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)
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Tel. 51-1-451-3638 Fax. 51-1-452-9415
Executive Office:
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(201) 348-5300
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5F, 2 Sec. 5 Hsin I Road Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C
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Tel. 55-11-3889-4035 Fax. 55-11-3889-4004
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SP-DVX100P1
50K209ZM-1 Printed in Japan
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