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Panasonic AJ-SDX900 Camcorder with Fujinon A15x8 BEVM ER0 Lens

Panasonic AJ-SDX900 Camcorder with Fujinon A15x8 BEVM ER0 Lens

Panasonic AJ-SDX900 Camcorder with Fujinon A15x8 BEVM ER0 Lens

  • Model: Panasonic AJ-SDX900
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Panasonic AJ-SDX900 Camcorder with Fujinon A15x8 BEVM ER0 Lens and Panasonic AJ-VF20WP ENG Viewfinder

(S/N E3THA0007)

 

New-Generation Digital Camera-Recorder Puts Superior Performance in a Mobile Package

Panasonic introduces an entirely new breed of DVCPRO50 camera-recorder. The AJ-SDX900 combines advanced DVCPRO and DVCPRO50 imaging technology -- acclaimed by ENG and other video professionals all over the world -- with a compact, lightweight body designed for easy mobility. In designing the AJ-SDX900, Panasonic solicited a host of feedback from video professionals. The result is a fully mobile unit that is ideally balanced, easy to maneuver, and rugged enough for the field.

Image quality is excellent thanks to a 2/3" 520,000-pixel 3CCD imaging system with progressive scanning capability and a new 12-bit DSP circuit. A full-fledged DVCPRO50 recorder, the AJ-SDX900 offers high sensitivity, superb 4:2:2 video recording, and four audio channels. Operation is intuitive. A new digital super gain function (in cumulative mode) raises sensitivity even higher. A 24p or 30p progressive shooting mode combines with a cine-like gamma curve to create video that closely replicates the appearance and quality of film. The AJ-SDX900 is an outstanding solution in a wide range of applications, from production of TV programs, commercials,news gathering to music video clips.

High Sensitivity, Superb Picture Quality, and Progressive Scanning


 

Wide 2/3" CCD for High Sensitivity and High Image Quality

The AJ-SDX900 features a 2/3" 520,000-pixel 3CCD imaging system, plus progressive scanning capability and an F13 lens with high sensitivity. You can shoot in light as low as 0.01 lux with minimal smear. With 750 lines of resolution and a 65-dB S/N, the AJ-SDX900 meets virtually any recording need. And it's versatile, with menu-selectable 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios.

Digital Super Gain (Cumulative Mode)

The AJ-SDX900 provides an easy-to-use, pushbutton super gain function with a maximum gain of +48 dB. In addition, it introduces a new digital super gain (in cumulative mode) with utilizing a variable frame rate technology of Varicam, allowing an extra gain of +20 dB (at 6 fps). Unlike conventional gain adjustment, digital super gain is virtually noise-free*, so picture quality is preserved intact. With super gain and digital super gain, the AJ-SDX900 allows ultra-high-sensitive shooting at up to +68 dB.

* At maximum gain (+68 dB) there may be a slight amount of noise.

12-Bit A/D Signal Processing Circuit

The AJ-SDX900 features a new DSP circuit that uses 12-bit rather than conventional 10-bit processing for A/D conversion. This achieves better overall picture quality, with finer gradation and improved color expression.

12-Axis Independent Matrix Color Correction

This advanced function within the DSP circuit allows correction in specific color regions without changing the overall color tone. Combined with chroma detail and skin detail controls, this gives you finer control in creating images.

24p/30p Mode and Cine-Like Gamma

The frame rate can be switched between the normal 60i (60 fields/sec) and 24p (24 frames/sec) and 30p (30 frames/sec). In both 24p and 30p mode, a complete progressive scan image is produced for each frame. This, in tandem with the cinelike gamma curve, lets you create video productions that closely replicate the high-quality look and "feel" that distinguishes 24p cinema film.* You'll find the AJ-SDX900 suitable for a host of applications, from production of documentaries, commercials, and music video clips.

* There are three progressive shooting modes: 24p Mode (2:3 pulldown), 24p Advance Mode (2:3:3:2 pulldown), and 30p (30 fps). Each records onto tape in the standard 60i TV format.

System 1: DVCPRO50 Non-Linear 24p Production
A 50-Mbps IEEE1394 digital interface allows non-linear editing with full 4:2:2 image quality. Use of a non-linear editing system that's compatible with 24p Advance Mode* allows 24p production with minimal image degradation. You get content with high image quality while lowering your production costs.

* Compatible system: Apple Power Mac G4 and Final Cut Pro 4. (as of July 2003)

System 2: Up-Converting for HD Broadcast or HD Cinema
The AJ-SDX900's high-quality progressive images also make excellent HD source material. The DVDPRO HD VTRs provide DVCPRO/DVCPRO50 playback and an HD up-convert function, allowing easy conversion to 720p or 1080i HD images for use in HD broadcasting or HD cinema.

Designed for Superior Mobility and Easy Operation

Lightweight, Well Balanced Body

Use of the DVCPRO format helped Panasonic make the AJ-SDX900 body small in size and light in weight. Feedback from ENG professionals helped them give it a natural shoulder-fitting form, perfectly placed center of gravity, good visibility to the front and sides, and properly positioned switches with ergonomic shapes. An easy slide mechanism in the shoulder pad improves operability. In standard operating condition the entire unit weighs just 15 lbs (body 8.6 lbs; approx.).

Four User Scene Files

Store specific camera settings in built-in memory, then retrieve them when needed for quick, easy setup. Four files with settings can be stored in the camera's memory. Files can also be copied onto an SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard, allowing storage of up to eight files.

Customized User Buttons and Menu

Three user buttons are provided. Assign a function to each, and then you can select those functions with pushbutton ease. A user can also customize the on-screen menu with the items he uses most often, then display them by simply pressing a button.

Auto Tracking White Balance

The white balance is automatically adjusted, in real time, as the lighting changes. It is easy to get natural color even when shooting scenes with difficult lighting conditions, such as when following a subject walking from indoors to outdoors.

2x Digital Zoom

You can digitally enlarge the viewfinder image to twice the normal lens magnification, producing images four times the normal size. Progressive images retain their superior resolution even with zooming, and -- unlike when a lens extender is used -- brightness is not reduced. Ideal as both a shooting technique and focusing support. 

Multifunctional Zebra Pattern

You can adjust the contrast of the viewfinder's zebra pattern and display the pattern while setting the Auto Tracking White Balance or viewing the color bar output image. This makes it easier to make the proper camera settings.

Marker Selector and User Box

Press the marker selector to switch screen markers. The User Box lets you design your own markers.

Synchro-Scan Electronic Shutter

The electronic shutter has speeds of 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500 1/1000 and 1/2000 sec, plus synchro-scan capability (1/60.3 to 1/250 sec).

Two 4-Position Optical Filters

The AJ-SDX900 is equipped with ND (CLEAR, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) and CC (Cross, 3200K, 4300K, 6300K) optical filters


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