AG-HPX170 series Memory Card Camera-Recorder (AG-HPX172/AG-HPX173/AG-HPX174)
Lightest P2 HD Model Brings Even Greater Mo A Handheld Camcorder with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens, Superb Image Quality and A The AG-HPX170 series debuts as the lightest member of the P2 Series of camcorders that have revolutionized news gathering and video production. Thanks to an exclusive, P2 card recording design, the new model weighs in at only 1.9 kg, assuring exceptional mobility.
obility to Video production and News Gathering Advanced Functions Compact, Lightweight and Perfectly Balanced At 1.9kg, the super-compact AG-HPX170 series debuts as the lightest member of the P2 family. 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.
ø 53mm 28mm Wide-Angle, 13x Zoom Leica Dicomar® HD Lens Light axis Configuration of the 13-power zoom lens The wide-angle zoom lens that gained high popularity in the HVX200 Series has been reduced in size, 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.
DSP with 14-Bit A/D Conversion and 19-Bit Processing 7-Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation The digital signal processor developed for the AG-HPX170 series’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.
Production Quality DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50 and DVCPRO, and Multi-Codec Recording The AG-HPX170 series records HD video with outstanding image and audio quality onto a P2 card with the DVCPRO HD codec. This codec, thanks to a low compression ratio at a video bit rate of 100 Mbps (1080/50i, 720/50p) and the easy-to-edit intraframe compression system, is suitable for recording fast-moving subjects with no motion artifacts other than motion blur. The 4:2:2 sampling rate minimizes jaggies at chroma edges.
Clip Thumbnail and Metadata Functions The P2 cam records each recording as a clip (file) and automatically attaches a thumbnail image and file information to it. To preview a clip on the LCD monitor or to check clip data, simply choose the clip you want from the list of thumbnails. It also supports metadata input using a new software keyboard. Hot-Swap Recording and Other Versatile Functions •Hot-swap recording: Thanks to the two card slots, you can hot-swap P2 cards for continuous non-stop recording.
20-Step Variable Frame Rate Panasonic’s VariCam — named for its ground-breaking variable frame rate capability — is widely used in the production of movies, TV programs and commercials. The first application of the variable frame rate function to a handheld camera came with the AG-HVX200 Series, and proved extremely popular. It has now been further expanded to 20-step selection* in the AG-HPX170 series.
Framerate 12p 15p 18p 20p 21p 22p 23p 24p Effect of 25p 208% 167% 139% 125% 119% 114% 109% 104% standard (Quick) 25p 26p 27p 28p 30p 32p 34p 37p 42p 45p 48p 50p 100% 96% 93% 89% 83% 78% 74% 68% 60% 56% 52% 50% (Standard) (Slow) 1080/576 25p Shooting Mode 16:9/4:3 Aspect Ratio Conversion The 1080 and 576 progressive recording systems convert recordings to 50i in 25p shooting mode.
Superb Mobility for Low-Angle Shots and Interviews • The 1.9kg weight (lowest in the class) and comfortable weight balance provide highly stable handheld shooting, while the magnesium alloy diecast chassis boosts ruggedness and durability. • The upper part of the handle grip contains both the Rec Start/ Stop button and a lens zoom speed control (three speed). This design assures easy shooting even at low angles. • The new LCD monitor mirror mode is convenient when shooting interviews.
Gain Selector and ND Filter Support Functions for Greater Convenience 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, 1/64 ND) are built-in. • 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 LCD monitor.
Versatile Operating Style Simple Solution Using just an AG-HPX170 series and a laptop computer (PC or Mac) you can access each clip or transfer clips via USB 2.0 (PC) or IEEE 1394 (Mac) without a capturing process. By using the P2 gear AG-HPG10, you can also copy files between cards. USB 2.0 (PC)/ IEEE 1394 (Mac) USB2.
Compatibility with Nonlinear Editing Systems In developing P2 products, Panasonic has been working in collaboration with a number of strategic P2 Partners. There are many nonlinear editing products in the market which have already supported DVCPRO HD-P2, for example, Adobe, Apple, Avid, GrassValley, and so many P2 customers are using such editing systems. P2-based DVCPRO HD native editing makes it possible for you to keep high quality video and flexible editing workflow.
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Specifications GENERAL Memory Card Power Supply: DC7.2V (with Battery) DC7.9V (with AC adaptor) Recording Format: DVCPRO HD: 1080/50i, 1080/25p (over 50i), 720/50p, 720/25p (over 50p), 720/25pN (Native) DVCPRO 50/DVCPRO/DV: 576/50i, 576/25p (over 50i) Power Consumption: 10.9W (when LCD monitor is not used.) 11.7W (when LCD monitor is used.) 13.8W (MAX) Operating Temperature: 0˚C to +40˚C Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% (No condensation) Weight: Approx. 1.9kg Camcorder only Approx. 2.25kg Incl.
P2 – Bringing Greater Speed and Creativity to the Content Creators Please refer to the latest Non-linear Compatibilty Information, P2 Support and Downlord and Service Information, etc. at panasonic web site. https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/index.html Notes Regarding the Handling of P2 Files Using a PC Mounting and Transferring Files The PC must be installed with the included P2 driver in order to recognize, copy and transfer P2 files.
