Panasonic AG-CX350 User Manual

AG-CX350

Memory Card Camera Recorder

High-End 1.0-type Handheld Camcorder

with 4K/HDR/10-bit Capabilities.

Supports IP Control, NDI | HX and RTMP Streaming.

* Future support

4K/HDR 10-BIT REC

WIDE ANGLE LENS

LIVE STREAMING
NDI|HX CONNECT

A new CX Series camcorder offering 4K/HDR/10-bit image quality

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and live recording/IP connection usability to deliver next-generation

creativity and connectivity

Panasonic developed the new CX Series of handheld camcorders, spearheaded by the AG-CX350,
to fuse video, on-air broadcasting, and communication for the next generation. The AG-CX350
features 4K/UHD resolution, 10-bit depth, HDR-compatible image quality, and a host of recording
formats for the ultimate creativity in a compact, lightweight body with low power consumption. It is
also equipped with an RTMP/RTSP function for live streaming and NDI | HX-ready IP connectivity, to
serve as a live camera, and clearly expands the usability of the handheld camcorder beyond
conventional news gathering and recording applications to meet a wide range of professional needs.

The wide-angle, high-magnification lens and new 1.0-type sensor

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ensure recording of high-quality pictures in 4K/HDR.

Wide-Angle 24.5mm*1 Optical 20x Zoom, Plus i.Zoom

An image shot in a room using the wide angle.

Panasonic boasts the world’s largest
market share in the aspherical lens
segment. Its cutting-edge optical
technology was maximized in the
development of the integrated lens
used in the AG-CX350. This lens has
the industry’s widest angle of

24.5mm*1 on the wide end and
allows recording of wide-angle images with minimal distortion,
without the use of a conversion lens. The optical 20x zoom covers
up to 490mm telephoto in all modes. Furthermore, the i.Zoom
enables seamless zooming of up to 32x in HD or up to 24x in UHD
from the telephoto end with no degradation in resolution. The
AG-CX350 also comes with digital 2x/ 5x/ 10x zoom.

*1: In 35mm equivalent. The AG-CX350’s wide 24.5mm angle is the widest in the industry
for UHD/FHD (16:9). In the segment of camcorders with integrated lens, the Panasonic
AG-UX180 achieved the industry’s widest angle of 24mm in UHD/24p (17:9). For UHD/FHD
(16:9), 25.4mm is the widest angle in the industry. (Both as of January 2019, according to a
Panasonic survey)
*2: When using the digital zoom, picture quality degrades as the magnification rate
increases.

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New High-Definition, High-Sensitivity

1.0-type 15M MOS Sensor

The 1.0-type MOS (approximately
15,030,000 pixels) offers an
outstanding depth of field and
excellent balance between image
quality and sensitivity. It supports
multi-formats, such as UHD
(3840 x 2160), FHD, HD and SD, and
provides images without cropping in
all modes. This MOS sensor also
boasts high sensitivity of F12
(60 Hz) /F13 (50 Hz) (in both UHD and FHD in High Sensitivity mode).

Built-in 5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer

The AG-CX350 has a built-in hybrid image stabilizer that combines
optical and electronic camera shake compensation functions.
It corrects camera shake in five axial directions in all modes* including
UHD to provide powerful camera shake compensation power in
low-angle shooting, high-angle shooting and all other unstable
conditions. There are three modes to choose from: NORMAL
(standard), STABLE (effective for fixed-frame shooting) and PAN/TILT
(effective in panning
and tilting).

* Excluding Super Slow
and VFR modes.

1. Roll

5. Yaw

HDR-Compliant HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)

HDR (High Dynamic Range) Image

The AG-CX350 features HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)* to support HDR
(High Dynamic Range). This achieves a wide dynamic range on
HDR-compatible TV monitors. The gamma mode can be selected
from eight modes (HD, SD, FILMLIKE 1, FILMLIKE 2, FILMLIKE 3,
FILM-REC, VIDEO-REC, HLG).

* The HLG specification was developed jointly by Japanese broadcaster NHK and the BBC
in the UK. It is defined in ARIB STD-B67 and ITU Rec. 2100.

Intelligent AF and Focus Assist

The AG-CX350’s auto focus system is Intelligent AF, which is
equipped with a micro drive focus unit to achieve high focusing
speed, excellent tracking performance and superb stability. The
AG-CX350 is also equipped with Expand and Peaking (simultaneous
display possible), Manual Focus Assist, LCD Touch Focus
(switchable to Auto Iris or brightness display) and One-Push AF
Focus Assist.

Manual Three Rings

The AG-CX350 comes with
Manual Three Rings for zoom,
focus and iris control. They deliver
quick response and provide tactile
feel that satisfies professionals.
The zoom lever located at the
upper section of the handle has a
multi-step variable zoom function,
allowing smooth zooming from
ultra-low speed when shooting
from low angle shooting and when
a tripod is used.

Manual Three Rings

Cabled/Wireless Remote Control Capability

The remote terminal (2.5-mm super mini jack) enables the control of
the focus, zoom and iris using a remote controller (third-party
product). It also supports wireless remote control using a tablet or
smartphone (iOS, Android OS). (See page 5 for details.)

Example of third-party remote controller

Libec

ZFC-L

Manfrotto

MVR901ECLA

VariZoom

VZ-STEALTH

4. Pitch

2. X

3. Y