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The Panasonic AG-DVX100 is a discontinued video camera released by Panasonic on October 13, 2002. It was one of the first consumer camcorders to record at 24 frames per second, which is the frame rate used in movies.[1][2]
The camera was manufactured in three models: the AG-DVX100, 100A, and 100B, and recorded video on MiniDV tapes and standard cassette tapes. It weighed 4.4 pounds and featured two XLRaudio inputs and FireWire/IEEE 1394, and a hand strap on the right side of the camera.
Technical specifications
The AG-DVX100 series uses a three-CCD imaging system and records video at 24 frames per second with progressive scan, a method of displaying video where each frame is drawn line by line in sequential order.
The original version records footage in a 4:3aspect 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).[3]
It supports 24P and 24PA recording modes using telecine pulldown methods (2:3 and 2:3:3:2), along with 30p and standard interlaced 60i (50i in PAL). The camera features a "Cine-Like Gamma" function to produce images with a tonal quality similar to that of film.[4][5]
Audio inputs include two professional-grade XLR ports. For video transfer, the device includes IEEE 1394 (FireWire) digital cable ports, along with analog S-Video and RCA connections. Additional camera features include manual/servo zoom, handle-mounted zoom, record controls for low-angle shots, and neutral density (ND) filters.[6]
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 the shutter speed.[7]
Use in film and television
The AG-DVX100 was utilized by several independent filmmakers, television producers, and documentary creators, including:
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