Panasonic AG-HMC153, AG-HMC152, AG-HMC154 User Manual

AG-HMC150 series

Memory Card Camera-Recorder

(AG-HMC152/AG-HMC153/AG-HMC154)

High Image Quality and
Advanced Functions
in an AVCCAM
Camcorder
with Easy
Mobility
and Solid­State
Reliability

The powerful new tapeless AG-HMC150 series 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 series 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 series handles full-pixel (1920 x 1080/1280 x 720) 25p

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 memory­card 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 series 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 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 series further raises
image quality. It combines a
significantly improved S/N ratio
and better low-light performance
than previous models. Backed by
a high-performance 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 1080/50p Scan

Progressive to interlace conversion, cross conversion and down
conversion all start with the 1080/50p 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
series video signals uses 14-bit A/
D conversion and 19-bit inner
processing to attain
unprecedented accuracy. 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 series 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 series 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 style.

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 series achieves
extended HD recording. The
following four new
technologies make this
possible.

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-2 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

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 context-adaptive 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 1080/50i

1080
(only PH mode)

720
(only PH mode)

1080/25p (over 50i)

720/50p
720/25p (over 50p)

Recording
Mode

PH Mode

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)

1920 x 1080
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 −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 mode 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 series features the image-enhancing PH mode that
Panasonic developed exclusively for AVCCAM camcorders. Designed
for professional image production, this mode lets you record 108025p,
720/50p or 720p/25p progressive images in addition to 1080/50i from
the AG-HMC150 series 1920 x 1080 full-pixel HD images. The multi­slice 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 series 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 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 series 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 series 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 series 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 series.
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

Focus assist (combined mode)

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

Simplified Waveform and Vectorscope Display

The AG-HMC150 series 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 25p 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 series 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 1/12
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 series 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 series to a professional
monitor.

PC Connection via USB 2.0

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

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 series cameras with a RCA cable allows
the slave camera to synchronize with the master camera, which enables
time-code-matched editing with multiple cameras for “TC synchro
editing.”

SD Down-Conversion Output (Composite/Component)

The AG-HMC150 series is equipped with both composite (RCA) and
component (Mini D4) video outputs, allowing HD images to be down­converted 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 series

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 series

USB 2.0

BDMV

(BD-Video)

USB 2.0

SD/SDHC

Memory Card

SDHC

Card Reader

AVCHD compatible

Nonlinear

Editing System*

AG-HMC150 series

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

seraies

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 series 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 to convert data to an
uncompressed HD stream, the AG-HMC150 series can be linked to
existing linear/non-linear HD production environments using the
DVCPRO HD format.

Options

Specifications

VW-VBG260

Battery Pack

• 7.2V 2,640mAh

(Supplied with the AG-HMC150
series)

VW-VBG6

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 series 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. 1.7 kg camcorder only
Approx. 1.98 kg including SD memory cards, supplied battery, and microphone

Dimensions:

0°C to 40°C

154 (W) × 164 (H) × 397 (D) mm, excluding the projection part

[CAMERA]

Pick-up Device: 3CCD (1/3-inch interline transfer type, and progressive modes supported)
Lens:

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: 50i/50p mode: 0/+3/+6/+9/+12/+18 dB, (0dB fixed in slow shutter mode)

25p mode: 0/+3/+6/+9/+12 dB, (0dB fixed in slow shutter mode)
Shutter Speed: 50i/50p mode: 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 sec.

25p mode: 1/25, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 sec.
Shutter Speed: 50i/50p mode: 1/50.0 sec. to 1/248.9 sec.

(Synchro Scan) 25p mode: 1/25.0 sec. to 1/248.9 sec.
Slow Shutter Speed: 50i/50p mode: 1/12 sec. and 1/25 sec.

25p mode: 1/12 sec.
Minimum Luminance: 3 lx (when F1.6, +12dB of gain and 1/25 sec. of shutter speed)
Digital Zoom: 2x/5x/10x (in 1080/50i or 720/50p, video format)
Filter Diameter: 72 mm

LEICA DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer, motorized/manual mode switching

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: 1080/50i, 1080/25p (over 50i), 720/50p and 720/25p (over 50p)

(50 Hz mode) HA, HG and HE mode: 1080/50i only
Transmission Rate: PH mode: approx. 21 Mbps (VBR, max 24 Mbps)

HA mode: approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)
HG mode: approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)
HE mode: approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)

AVCHD

[Video System]

Video Signals: 1080/50i, 720/50p
HDMI Output: HDMI × 1, 1080/50i, 720/50p and 576/50i

(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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Japan
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Australia [phone]
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(Hong Kong [phone])
Egypt [phone]
India [phone]
Indonesia [phone]
Iran [phone]
Jordan [phone]
Kazakhstan [phone]
Kuwait [phone]
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Malaysia [phone] (PSE)
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New Zealand [phone]
Pakistan [phone]
Philippines [phone]

Russia & CIS [phone]
Saudi Arabia [phone]
Singapore [phone]
South Africa [phone]
Thailand [phone]
U.A.E. [phone]
Ukraine [phone]
[phone]
[ext. 112]

Factories of Systems Business Group have received
ISO14001:2004-the Environmental Management
System certification. (Except for 3rd party's peripherals.)

SP-HMC152E1

10K808ZM-1 Printed in Japan