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![]() Panasonic AG-DVX100B | |
Overview | |
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Maker | Panasonic |
Type | Digital camcorder |
Lens | |
Lens mount | Fixed |
Lens | Fixed zoom lens |
Sensor/medium | |
Sensor type | 3 × 1/3" CCDs |
Recording medium | MiniDV tape |
The Panasonic AG-DVX100 is a discontinued video camera released by Panasonic on October 13, 2002. It is notable for being one of the first consumer-grade camcorders to record at 24 FPS, the frame rate of traditional film. [1] [2]
The camera records onto MiniDV cassette tapes, among other standard formats [3] , with the final model of the camera series released in 2005. [4]
In the Chinese market, model AG-DVC180B was sold as the lesser-known model and was functionally identical to the European version of the AG-DVC180E (PAL system). [5]
The AG-DVX100 series uses a 3-CCD imaging system and records video at 24 frames per second using progressive scan, a method of displaying video where each frame is drawn line by line in sequential order. This method reduces motion artifacts compared to interlaced video. [6]
The original version records footage in a 4:3 aspect ratio. Later revisions added support for widescreen recording and improved monitoring features. All models use CCD sensors with 410,000 total pixels (approx. 380,000 effective). [7]
It supports 24P and 24PA recording modes using telecine pull-down methods (2:3 and 2:3:3:2), along with 30p and standard interlaced 60i (50i in PAL). The camera features "Cine-Gamma" profiles to approximate the tonal range of film.
Audio inputs include two professional-grade XLR ports. For video transfer, the device includes IEEE 1394 (FireWire), along with analog S-Video and RCA connections. Additional features include manual/servo zoom, handle-mounted zoom/record control for low-angle shots, and neutral density (ND) filters. [8]
The camera's built-in ND filters include ND1 (1/8 light reduction, ≈ 3 stops) and ND2 (1/64 light reduction, ≈ 6 stops), providing exposure control without changing shutter speed. [9]
The AG-DVX100 was widely adopted by independent filmmakers, television producers, and documentary creators. Productions that used the DVX100 include:
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