Canon AG-HMC150 User Manual

AG-HMC150

Memory Card Camera-Recorder

High Image Quality and
Advanced Functions
in an AVCCAM
Camcorder
with Easy Mobility
and Solid-State
Reliability

The powerful new tapeless AG-HMC150 joins the Panasonic line of professional HD camcorders. This new AVCCAM

camcorder features highly-acclaimed functions for the popular AG-DVX100 Series of DV-tape based camcorders to

tapeless HD recording. Using the cost-saving AVCHD format to record onto SDHC or SD Memory Card media,

the AG-HMC150 produces exceptional images and responds to creative production needs. It also features a

28mm (35mm equivalent) wide-angle lens — widest in a professional camera of this class — and a newly

developed 1/3-inch 16:9 progressive CCD. It further enhances image quality by adding a higher-quality PH

mode to the clean, extended-time recording abilities of the AVCHD format. The AG-HMC150 handles

full-pixel (1920 x 1080/1280 x 720) 24p and 30p progressive recording, and includes cinelike gamma and

other versatile functions to meet the special needs of creative image production.

Memory-Card Recording Lowers Costs and Helps the Environment

The SDHC/SD Memory Card media 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
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. Panasonic is a leader in creating
and promoting the advantages of memory-card recording, both in its AVCCAM camcorders and P2 HD broadcast and
professional systems, through a program called the AVCCAM 3-Year Warranty Repair Program.

AVCCAM 3-Year Warranty Repair Program <http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e>

AVCCAM users can join this service program by simply registering on the following website after purchasing
a system. There are no annual fees required. Membership benefits include 3-year limited warranty, AVCCAM
product information, and integrated management and AVCCAM products by means of an equipment
management system.

*AG-HMC150 users qualify for a 3-year warranty on repairs. See the back page for details.

A Camera Block with the Same Design as P2 HD Broadcast Systems Boosts the Quality of HD Images

ø 53mm

Light axis

28mm Wide-Angle, 13X Zoom Leica Dicomar® HD Lens

Configuration of the 13-power zoom lens

The wide-angle zoom lens that became so popular in the HVX200 Series
has been downsized, lightened, and further widened in this 13X zoom
lens. The new lens structure combines 13 lens elements in 10 groups, with
3 aspherical lenses. The diameter of the front lens element has been
reduced from 67 to 53.2 mm, while still achieving a 28mm wide angle
(35mm equivalent), the widest of the class.*
The new lens covers most shooting situations without requiring a wide­angle conversion lens. Its minimum object distance (MOD) of about 1.9 ft
(0.6 meter) at the telephoto setting helps to maximize the handheld
camcorder's inherent mobility.
The same cam-driven zoom ring that was so popular in previous models
ensures accurate zooming. The Leica Dicomar lens incorporates Leica
optical technology and know-how throughout. A multi-coating process
minimizes flare and ghosting. This results in sharp, crisp, beautifully
rendered images with delicate nuances and exceptional shading.

*HD camcorders with integrated lens and 1/3-inch CCD, as of July 2008 (according to a Panasonic survey)

Image of an angle of view equivalent to 32.5 mm

Image of an angle of view equivalent to 28 mm

New Progressive CCD Raises Sensitivity and Lowers Noise and Smear

The new 1/3-inch 16:9 progressive
CCD on the AG-HMC150 further
raises image quality. It combines a
significantly improved S/N ratio and
better low-light performance than
previous models. Backed by a high­performance digital signal processor,
the CCD brings higher quality to HD
images to meet the demands of
broadcasters and high-end video
producers.

High-Resolution Native Progressive 1080/60p Scan

Progressive to interlace conversion, cross conversion and down
conversion all start with the 1080/60p scan. That initial 1080p native
progressive scan offers the highest level of vertical resolution possible at
this level of camera. Keep in mind that the camera does not record this
signal but uses it as a basis for all captures. The result is an HD or SD
recording with a level of image quality that cannot be matched by
electronically processed scans.

DSP with 14-Bit A/D Conversion and 19-Bit Processing

The digital signal processor
developed for the AG-HMC150's
1080/60p video signals uses 14-bit
A/D conversion and 19-bit inner
processing to attain unprecedented
accuracy. While the camera does
not record 1080/60p, it is from this
capture that all other signals are
made. The DSP performs a variety of
adjustments, including eight types of
gamma settings, for each of the R, G and B channels. It also converts the
signals to HD or SD format. With a performance equivalent to the
processors used in many higher-end HD cameras, this DSP delivers
beautiful images in all video formats.

Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)

Panasonic's advanced OIS dramatically reduces the blurring caused by
hand-held camera work. Optical processing with an automatic correction
function helps assure consistently clear, sharp images.

Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)

In scenes with mixed contrast, such as when panning from indoors to
outdoors, the DRS function automatically suppresses blocked shadows
and blown highlights. A gamma curve and knee slope are estimated to
match the contrast of each pixel, and applied in real time. When dark,
bright, and intermediate shades are all contained in the same scene, this
produces excellent gradation for each shade and minimizes blocked
shadows and blown highlights. The images that result are enhanced by a
visually wide dynamic range.

7-Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation

Drawing on technologies developed for the VariCam, Panasonic has
equipped the AG-HMC150 with advanced gamma functions that address
eight different shooting scenarios and enhance your creative abilities. This
includes the cinelike gamma, which produces the characteristic warm
tone of film recordings.

VIDEO GAMMA CINE-LIKE GAMMA

Image with DRS OFF Image with DRS ON

Blown highlights are suppressed.

Blocked shadows are suppressed.

AG-HMC150 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: Provides more contrast and color gradation

B.PRESS: Provides more contrast and blacks in low contrast scenes

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 Built-In

• Matrix setting including a Cinelike mode

• Adjustable H detail level, V detail level, detail coring and skin detail

• Adjustable chroma level, chroma phase, color temp and master pedestal

• Knee point settings: Auto, Low, Mid and High

• User files (with sets of camera settings) can be transferred to an SD

Memory Card and shared with other cameras

Shown above is a sample of operation styles.

High-Quality AVCHD Recording, Plus the Professional PH Mode Boosts the Quality of HD Images

MPEG-2 (fixed block size)

Blocks of the same size are used to process parts both with and without motion.

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (variable block size)

Block size is precisely varied to match the size of the moving part contained in each block.

16×16

16×16

16×8 8×16 8×8

8×8 8×4 4×8 4×4

Comparison of HD Recording Formats

HDV AVCHD

Pixel (H x V) 1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080

Compression Method

AVCHD Format for High­Quality, Efficient HD Recording

Panasonic AVCCAM camcorders
use the AVCHD format for
tapeless recording with high
image quality and low bit rates.
This format complies with the
latest H.264 motion image
compression standard, and
employs the High Profile standard
to improve compression
efficiency. Featuring twice the
compression efficiency of HDV
(MPEG-2), the AG-HMC150
achieves extended HD recording.
The following four new
technologies make this possible.

MPEG-2 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Sample comparison: When a flash causes large contrast differences and reduces depth perception, HDV shows considerable block noise, while AVCHD in the
PH mode minimize break-up.

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Technologies

Intra-Frame Prediction

This process generates predictive pixels based on the adjacent pixels
within each frame. It then selects the optimal predictive mode. The
generated predictive image is subtracted from the original input image,
and the residual data is compressed and recorded at a low bit rate. The
entire process is conducted within the frame, so prediction accuracy
remains high even with fast-motion images.

Variable Block Size Motion Compensation

In contrast with MPEG-2, in which inter-frame compression based on the
correlation between adjacent frames uses fixed blocks of 16 x 16 pixels,
AVCHD divides the blocks into multi-sizes as small as 4 x 4 pixels. In this
method, it is able to use large blocks to process images that show only
slight changes on the screen, and smaller blocks to process images that
have considerable change. This raises the accuracy of motion

compensation to boost the quality of fast-motion images while increasing
compression efficiency.

Loop Filter Prevents the Propagation of Compression Distortion

Because MPEG-2 uses a decoding image that contains compression­induced block distortion as a reference image for motion compensation, it
exhibits residual distortion — even within the same frame — when a large
amount of block distortion is generated. MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 detects
block distortion in the decoding image and removes it with a context­adaptive filter that functions according to the degree of distortion. This
prevents the propagation of block distortion by keeping the reference
image clean at all times.

MPEG-2 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

New CABAC Entropy Encoding

The AVCHD format uses CABAC (Context Adaptive Binary Arithmetic
Coding) for its variable-length encoding. Compared with the variable­length encoding of MPEG-2, in which the compression efficiency is
greatly affected by subject type, CABAC provides lossless compression
with constantly high efficiency and no distortion for virtually all subject
types. Because MPEG-2 compresses and converts data according to the
standard's fixed conversion rules, the compression efficiency may drop
for image types other than those that were considered when the standard
was established. In place of fixed conversion rules, CABAC provides the
best possible conversion method by constantly optimizing and
automatically tracking the image that is being processed, in parallel with
the compression process.

Recording Format*

1080 1080/60i

1080 (only PH mode) 1080/30p (over 60i)

720 (only PH mode) 720/60p

*1: 24p=23.98p, 30p=29.97p, 60p=59.94p and 60i=59.94i *2: In the Native mode, AG-HMC150 record only active frames.

1

1080/24p (Native)*

720/30p (over 60p)
720/24p (Native)*

2

2

Recording
Mode

PH Mode 1920 x 1080

HA Mode 1920 x 1080 Approx. 17 Mbps Approx. 240 minutes

HG Mode 1920 x 1080 Approx. 13 Mbps Approx. 320 minutes

HE Mode 1440 x 1080 Approx. 6 Mbps Approx. 720 minutes

Image Size
(H x V)

1280 x 720

Bit Rate
(Average)

Approx. 21 Mbps
(Average),
Max 24Mbps

Max. Recording Time with a
32GB SDHC Memory Card

Approx. 180 minutes

Large-Capacity SDHC Memory Cards Enable Extended-Time Recording

SDHC Memory Cards are available with up to 32 GB of memory
(AG-SDV032G). Combined with a maximum data transfer speed of 20
MB/s,* this makes PC data transfers easy and effortless. SDHC Memory
Cards also feature excellent durability, with an operating temperature

range of −13 degrees to 185 degrees F (−25° to 85°C). Using the high

compression efficiency of the AVCHD format, up to 720 minutes** of HD
data can be recorded onto a single SDHC Memory Card. Widely marketed
consumer SDHC and SD Memory Cards can also be used when needed,
to ensure easy availability.

* Data transfer speed varies depending on the usage of SD devices. The speed given here is the maximum
speed according to Panasonic specifications.
** In HE (extended time) mode using a 32-GB SDHC Memory Card. A Class 4 or higher SDHC or SD

Memory Card is required for PH and HA recording. Use a Class 2 or higher SDHC or SD Memory Card for

other modes. (Panasonic SDHC Memory Cards are recommended.)

Professional PH Mode — High-End Standard for the AVCHD Format

The AG-HMC150 features the image-enhancing PH mode that Panasonic
developed exclusively for AVCCAM camcorders. Designed for
professional image production, this mode lets you record 1080/30p,
1080/24p, 720/60p, 720/30p, or 720/24p progressive images in addition
to 1080/60i from the AG-HMC150's 1920 x 1080 full-pixel HD images.
The multi-slice feature of the PH mode also helps to speed up processing

by nonlinear editors that are equipped with multi-core CPUs, by using
parallel processing to take full advantage of the CPU power.

Professional-Level Audio with XLR Line/Mic In

The AG-HMC150 comes equipped with a built-in stereo microphone and
with XLR-type audio input terminals (2 channels, mic/line switchable,
+48V compatible) on the rear panel. You can switch audio channels 1 and
2 separately to either line or front mic input, which is especially useful
when recording interviews or narration.

SMPTE Time-Code Generator/Reader

The built-in SMPTE time-code generator/reader lets you select the Drop
Frame/Non-Drop Frame and Free Run/Rec Run modes, preset and

regenerate. User bits are also provided.

Fast Scene Searches with Thumbnail View

Image data is recorded as a file for each scene. Thumbnail images and file
information are automatically attached to each file to enable smooth,
easy confirmation and deletion of files displayed on the
LCD monitor.

Versatile Solid-State Recording Functions

• Shot mark: Allows convenient OK and NG marking,

and can be added to each clip during or after recording.

• Pre-rec: While in standby mode, you can continuously

store, and subsequently record, up to 3 seconds. This helps to
ensure that you always get the shot you want.

• Index: Scenes can be marked with up to 100 index flags per

clip.

• Rec check: You can check the end of the most recently recorded

clip with one-touch ease.

• Last clip delete: Only the most recently recorded clip is deleted with

this one-touch function, adding practical convenience to everyday
operation. It can be assigned as a

User button function if desired.

• Time stamp: The date and time can

be stamped onto recorded images.
Commonly used for recording
evidentiary depositions and
procedures.

Time stamp

Assist Functions and Interfaces for Professional Recording

Compact, Lightweight and Perfectly Balanced

The super-compact AG-HMC150 weighs only 3.7 pounds (1.7 kg). It
combines small size and light weight with an ideal balance — the center
of gravity is in the hand grip –- to bring exceptional comfort and
maneuverability to handheld recording. The zoom lens further enhances
shooting ease and convenience, letting the AG-HMC150 handle a wide
range of applications without requiring a conversion lens.

Superb Mobility for Low-Angle Shots and Interviews

• The upper part of the handle grip

contains both the Rec Start/Stop button
and a lens zoom control (with three
speeds). This design assures easy
shooting even at low angles.

• The new LCD monitor mirror mode is

convenient when shooting interviews.

13X Cam-Driven Optical Zoom and 10X Digital Zoom

The cam-driven (mechanical) manual zoom ring provides the same fast,
precise zooming and feeling as cameras with interchangeable lenses. The
servo-driven zoom also allows slow zooming.
The AG-HMC150 is equipped with a digital zoom that instantly magnifies

the image by any of three fixed values — 2X, 5X or 10X. Use it together

with the 13X optical zoom lens, and you get super-telephoto
magnification equivalent to a 130X zoom, without the drop in light
intensity that happens when using a lens extender.

Wide Tele (13X optical zoom) 13X optical zoom X

10X digital zoom (130X)

Manual Focus and Aperture Control

The manual focus ring, which gives you a level of operating ease that
approaches an interchangeable lens, can be used to control the aperture
too, by switching the Focus Ring (Focus/Iris) selector. You can also add
backlight correction or spotlight correction to the auto aperture function.

New Focus Assist Functions

A new focus assist function with HD
compatibility has also been added to
the AG-HMC150. This is in addition
to a center zoom function that
enlarges the center of the frame, and
a histogram display. You can select
from three display modes: center
zoom, histogram, or combined center
zoom and histogram. And the Push

Focus assist (combined mode)

Auto button temporarily activates the AF system for quick focusing in
manual mode.

Simplified Waveform and Vectorscope Display

The AG-HMC150 has waveform and vectorscope display functions as
well. A single touch of the WFM key displays the waveform and vectors of
the captured video signal on the LCD monitor.

Waveform Monitoring(WFM)

VECTOR (Vectorscope)

Scene File Dial

Set this dial for instant recall of an entire set of shooting conditions. Six
preset files are provided, and you can change any of the six file names and
their settings as desired. You can also store the settings to an SD Memory
Card, and load them when desired.

File Description

F1: — Standard settings

F2: FLUO. Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights

F3: SPARK Provides for Extra Color & Detail

F4: B-STR Enhanced gradations of luminance in low light scenes

F5: CINE V Cine-Like setting shifted to prioritize contrast

F6: CINE D Cine-Like setting shifted to prioritize dynamic range

*The recording image format is not affected when the F5 or F6 file is selected. The 24p/30p recording mode
must be set separately.

Three User Buttons

Camera-2 Camera-3Camera-1

The TC value of the camera-2 and 3 are matched to the camera-1

*Recording format for both
master camera and slave camera
must be the same.

The AG-HMC150 allows 11 functions (listed below) to be assigned to the

User buttons. The three buttons are arranged in a group for easy use.

Assigned functions can be accessed at the touch of a button.

Assignable Functions

Spotlight: Automatic aperture correction for scenes with spotlights

Backlight: Automatic aperture correction for scenes with backlighting

Black Fade: Fade-in/fade-out from and to black

White Fade: Fade-in/fade-out from and to white

ATW: ATW (auto-tracking white balance) on/off

ATW Lock: ATW lock on/off

Gain: +18 dB gain on/off

D. Zoom: Digital zoom (2x, 5x, 10x)

Index: Scene indexing

Shot Mark: Adds shot marks to the clip

Last Clip Delete: Deletes the recently recorded clip

Gain Selector and ND Filter

The gain selector has three positions: L is fixed at 0 dB; and M and H can

be set to 0, +3, +6, +9, or +12 dB. +18dB can also be accessed as a User

button function. Three ND filters (1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, and 1/64 ND) are
built-in.

Slow-Speed, Synchro or High-Speed Shutter

The shutter speed can be freely selected, from the minimum 1/15 second
for Slow-Speed to the maximum 1/2000 second for High-Speed. The
Synchro Scan function is ideal for recording images from monitors.

HDMI Digital HD Output Terminal

The AG-HMC150 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-HMC150 to a professional monitor.

PC Connection via USB 2.0

The standard USB terminal (Type mini B) allows the AG-HMC150 to

connect to a PC in device mode. This lets a Windows PC installed with the
provided AVCCAM Viewer software to upload, copy, and write HD video
files, as well as transfer them to AVCHD-compatible editing software for
HD production.

TC Set and User File Copy with Multi-Cameras

Connecting two AG-HMC150 cameras with a RCA cable allows the slave
camera to synchronize with the master camera, which enables time-code­matched editing with multiple cameras for "TC synchro editing."

SD Down-Conversion Output (Composite/Component)

The AG-HMC150 is equipped with both composite (RCA) and component
(Mini D4) video outputs, allowing HD images to be down-converted and
output as SD images while they are being recorded or played. At the same
time, a 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio can be selected for side crop, letterbox, or
squeeze images. Audio output (RCA, 2 channels) enables a wide variety of
applications, such as viewing on an external monitor or SD dubbing.

Side crop Letterbox Squeeze

Other Professional Features

• White balance: Three values (A/B/Preset) of white balance with the auto

tracking white function.

• Mode check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and

monitor.

• Zebra: Select any two levels from among 50% to 105%, in 5% steps.

• Center marker: Provides an accurate numeric display of the brightness at

screen center.

• Tally lamps: Provided on the unit's front and rear.

• Remote: Controls zoom, rec, focus and aperture. Allows use of any

camera remote controller that is compatible with the AG-DVX100 or
AG-HVX200.

• Color bar signal output.

AG-HMC150

HDMI HD-SDI

Tape

HD VTR

Conversion

Box

HD-SDI compatible

Nonlinear Editing System

AVCHD Files Transfer Directly to IT Systems

Windows

(AVCCAM Viewer)

AG-HMC150

USB 2.0

BDMV

(BD-Video)

USB 2.0

SD/SDHC

Memory Card

SDHC

Card Reader

AVCHD compatible

Nonlinear

Editing System*

AG-HMC150

USB 2.0

USB 2.0

SD/SDHC

Memory Card

SDHC

Card Reader

DVD-Video

(Standard Definition)

DVD

(AVCHD)

BD

(BD-Video)

PC (Win/Mac)

USB 2.0

SD/SDHC Memory Card

AG-HMC150

Nonlinear Editing System

DVD Production

Web Image

Unlike tape, AVCHD files require no digitizing and can be directly

accessed by a PC (Windows/Macintosh). This makes it easier to use
motion images in new IT applications, like content production,
Internet distribution and source material archiving.

*1: An SDHC Memory Card reader is required if the SDHC Memory Card is not recognized by the PC.
*2: AVCHD-compatible software is required. The minimum system requirements for using the software
must also be satisfied.

Load Data to a PC or Write It to a Blu-ray Disc with AVCCAM Viewer (Download it for Free)

AVCCAM Viewer for Windows PCs makes it easy to preview AVCCAM
files and other AVCHD motion images and meta-data, with very simple
operation. 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 or deleted, meta-data can be
displayed, and data can be written to an SD Memory Card or Blu-ray
Disc. AVCCAM Restorer software can also be used to restore files that
were damaged, for example, by a power interruption during recording.

AVCHD Nonlinear Editing

AVCHD files can be transferred at high speed by using the USB 2.0

interface to connect the AG-HMC150 or an SDHC Memory Card reader
to a Windows or Macintosh computer. This dramatically improves
productivity when compared with the time-consuming task of digitizing.

*Correct operation should be possible with a nonlinear editor that has been confirmed for compatibility
with a Panasonic HDC-SD9 camcorder, for data recorded using the same HA, HG, and HE recording
modes as on consumer AVCHD equipment. Collaboration to confirm compatibility with the new PH mode
is now under way with Adobe, Apple, GrassValley, and other partner companies.
Simultaneous with the shipping of the AG-HMC150, Panasonic is also making new AVCHD transcoder
software available for free downloading on the following web site. This software is expected to be
compatible with the PH mode and meta-data extension. This will enable the use of existing editing software
which already supported DVCPROHD P2.

<For US customers: www.panasonic.com/broadcast>
<Outside US: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/support/desk/e/download.htm>

[PC Minimum System Requirements]

• CPU: Intel® Core™ Duo or better (2.16 GHz or better is recommended)

• OS: Microsoft® Windows Vista® Business, Windows® XP SP2 or later (Macintosh not supported)

• RAM: 1024 MB or more for Windows Vista, 512 MB or more for Windows XP (1024 MB or more

recommended)
*Do not insert 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.

Compatibility with Existing HD Editing Environments

By using an HDMI/HD-SDI conversion box, the AG-HMC150 can be
linked to existing linear/non-linear HD production environments using
the DVCPRO HD format.

Options

Specifications

VW-VBG260PPK

Battery Pack

• 7.2V 2,640mAh

(Supplied with the AG-HMC150)

VW-VBG6PPK

Battery Pack

• 7.2V 5,800mAh

AG-MC200G

XLR microphone

•Sensitivity: •40 •3.5 dB (0
dB=1V/Pa, 1kHz) •Maximum Input

level: 127 dB (1000Hz, Distortion

within 1%) •S/N: More than 69 dB

AG-SDV016G
AG-SDV032G

SDHC memory card

BT-LH2600W

26” HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH1760

17” 100Hz/120Hz
HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH1700W

17” HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH900A

8.4” HD/SD LCD monitor

BT-LH80WU

7.9” HD/SD LCD monitor

*An HDMI-DVI-D conversion connector is required to connect the
AG-HMC150 to the BT-LH1760 monitor. For all other monitors, a D-Terminal
component (Y/P

B/PR BNC terminal) conversion cable is required.

[GENERAL]

Power Supply: DC7.2V (using with battery), 7.3V (using with AC adaptor)
Power Consumption: 9.8W (when recording)
Operating Temperature:

Operating Humidity: 10% to 80% (No condensation)

Weight: Approx. 3.7 lb. (Approx. 1.7 kg) camcorder only
Approx. 4.3 lb. (Approx. 1.98 kg) including SD memory cards, supplied battery, and microphone

Dimensions (W x H x D):

32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

6-1/16 x 6-15/32 x 15-5/8 inches (154 × 164 × 397 mm) excluding the projection part

[CAMERA]

Pick-up Device: 3CCD (1/3-inch interline transfer type, and progressive modes supported)
Lens: LEICA DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer, motorized/manual mode switching,

13 × zoom, F1.6 - 3.0 (f=3.9mm to 51mm/35mm equivalent: 28mm to 368mm)
Optical Color Separation:
ND Filter: 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
Gain Selection: 60i/60p mode: 0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+18 dB, (0dB fixed in slow shutter mode)

30p/24p mode: 0/+3/+6/+9/+12 dB, (0dB fixed in slow shutter mode)
Shutter Speed: 60i/60p mode: 1/60 (OFF), 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 sec.

(Preset) 30p mode: 1/30, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 sec.
24p mode: 1/24, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 sec

Shutter Speed: 60i/60p mode: 1/60.0 sec. to 1/249.8 sec.
(Synchro Scan) 30p mode: 1/30.0 sec. to 1/249.8 sec. 24p mode: 1/24.0 sec. to 1/249.8 sec.

Slow Shutter Speed: 60i/60p mode: 1/15, 1/30 sec. 30p mode: 1/15 sec.
Minimum Luminance: 3lx, (F1.6, Gain: +12dB, Shutter: 1/25sec.)
Digital Zoom: 2x/5x/10x (only in 1080/60i or 720/60p video format)
Filter Diameter: 72mm

Prism system

[Recording]

Recording Format:
Compression Method: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Recording Media*: SD Memory Card : 512MB, 1GB, 2GB (FAT12, FAT16)

SDHC Memory Card : 4GB, 6GB, 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, 32GB (FAT32)
Recording Video Format: PH mode: 1080/60i, 1080/30p (over 60i), 1080/24p (native), 720/60p, 720/30p(over 60p)

and 720/24p (native)
HA, HG and HE mode: 1080/60i only

Transmission Rate: PH mode: approx. 21 Mbps (VBR, Max 24Mbps)
HA mode: approx. 17 Mbps (VBR),
HG mode: approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)
HE mode: approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)

AVCHD

[Video System]

Video Signals: 1080/60i, 720/60p
HDMI Output: HDMI × 1, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 480/60p (Not compatible with VIErA Link)

Component Output: Mini-D × 1, Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, PB/PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Composite Output: Pin jack × 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω

[Audio System]

Compression Method: Recording/Playback: Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3)/2 ch
Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz
Quantization: 16 bit
Compression Bit-Rate: PH mode: 2 CH 384 kbps, HA, HG and HE mode: 2 CH 256 kbps

[Audio IN/OUT]

XLR Input: XLR (3 pins) × 2 (INPUT1, INPUT2), LINE/MIC selectable, High impedance
LINE: 0 dBu, MIC: -50 dBu/-60 dBu (selectable in menu)

Internal Microphone: Stereo microphone

Line Output: Pin jack × 2 (CH1, CH2), Output: 316 mV, 600 Ω

HDMI Output: 2 ch (Linear PCM), 5.1 ch (AC3)
Headphone: Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) × 1
Built-in Speaker: 20 mm (round) × 1

[Other Connectors]

USB: Type mini B connector (compliant with USB ver. 2.0)

Camera Remote: Super Mini jack (2.5mm diameter) x 1, for zoom and rec start/stop operations
Mini jack (3.5mm diameter) x 1, for focus and iris controls

TC PRESET IN/OUT : IN: 1.0 to 4.0 Vp-p, 10 kΩ
(also used for VIDEO OUT)

OUT: 2.0±0.5 Vp-p, low impedance

[Monitor]

LCD Monitor: 3.5 inches, LCD color monitor, 210,000 pixels
Viewfinder: 0.44 inches, LCD color viewfinder, 235,000 pixels

[Standard Accessories]

AC adapter/charger, 2640mAh battery pack, AC cord, DC cord, Wireless remote controller with button-type battery,
Microphone holder, Eye cup, Shoulder Belt, Component video cable, PIN-BNC conversion plugs, Ferrite core,
Binder, CD-ROM

The following accessories are attached to the unit. Lens hood cap and INPUT 1/2 terminal cover

*SD/SDHC Memory card (8MB to 32GB) can be used for storing/reading scene file and user file, and reading metadata.
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

*1: Please note that this extended warranty is not available in some countries/regions. *2: Not all models eligible for extended warranty coverage.
*3: The basic warranty period may vary depending on the country/region. *4: Not all repair work is covered by this extended warranty.

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www.panasonic.com/broadcast

Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094

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Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 [phone]

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Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

San Gabriel Industrial Park, 65th Infantry Ave., Km. 9.5, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00630 [phone]

SP-HMC150P1

One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094

3330 Cahuenga Blvd W., Los Angeles, CA 90068

348-7196

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Systems Business Group

2-15 Matsuba-cho, Kadoma, Osaka, 571-8503 Japan
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5F, 2 Sec. 5 Hsin I Road Taipei, Taiwan
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Panasonic Korea Ltd.

Seohyun B/D, 1718-9, Seocho-Dong, Seocho-Gu,
Seoul, Korea
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of Asia, Inc.

R-1902A Tektite Tower II Exchange Road Ortigas Center
Posig City, Philippines
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