This is an update to these previous blogs:
Panasonic had announced the AG-DVX200 4K, 4/3-type (4/3″) large format sensor handheld camcorder, at NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) Show 2015.
The AG-DVX200 will feature next-generation ergonomics, with the battery positioned in the rear so as not to interfere during handheld shooting. The DVX200 comes with a rugged woven carbon, fiber-like finish, and the recording section is distinctively styled with crimson shading.
The following video presents THE DVX 4K – A New Legend Begins – Vol.1 Introduction:
In 2002 Panasonic developed AG-DVX100 the world’s first 24P (the same frame rate as movie) professional mini-DV camcorder.
DVX100 has opened up a new world of DV film making with budding creators.Now over time, new legend begins….
Panasonic AG-DVX200 is the world’s first 4/3-type image sensor and fixed lens 4K 60p handheld camera recorder which will be available in October 2015.
- The DVX200 will offer many top-end features including 4K/60p* recording, a 13X optical zoom and a V-Log L gamma curve (12 stops of latitude, target).
- Delivering a shallow depth of field and a wide field of view, the DVX200 is the ideal companion camera to Panasonic’s VariCam 35 4K camera/recorder.
- The camcorder will offer variable frame rate recording up to 120fps in FHD mode, enhancing the DVX200’s utility in sports and VFX production.
- Newly developed F2.8 LEICA DICOMAR 4K lens.
13x zoom, 4K (4096 x 2160) 24p: 29.5 mm – 384.9 mm
FHD: 28mm – 365.3 mm(35 mm film equivalent).
* UHD (3840×2160) resolution, when 60p mode is selected.
The new Leica Dicomar 4K zoom lens with F2.8 aperture is an optimal choice for 4K video, with the ability to produce elegant imagery and subtle “bokeh”. Also, Leica’s exacting quality standards serve to suppress the occurrence of ghosting and flare to a minimum. Since the DVX200 is an integrated-lens camcorder, there is no need to perform the flange back adjustments or shading corrections when changing lenses. Even with a large diameter lens, the DVX200’s weight and balance have been optimized to facilitate agile, mobile 4K acquisition. With superb center-of-gravity balance, the camcorder will be ideal for such flexible shooting applications as mounting on today’s popular stabilized camera rigs.
The following video presents THE DVX 4K – A New Legend Begins – Vol.2 Expression:
New AG-DVX200 – The World’s First 4/3” Sensor & Fixed Lens 4K 60p Handheld Camera Recorder will be available in October, 2015.
＜AG-DVX200 Introduction Video – Vol.2 Expression＞
Introducing DVX200’s functions to enhance the expression such as beautiful bokeh effects by 4/3-type sensor, 12 stops of latitude thanks to V-Log L, VFR up to 240fps in FHD. Expressive 4K production in your hand.* For a lens-integrated 4K/60p camcorder with a 4/3-type sensor. (As of March 2015, according to a Panasonic survey.)
For more info and the specifications, please visit http://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/dvx4k/ .
PRESS RELEASE
PANASONIC UNVEILS AG-DVX200 4K HANDHELD CAMCORDER
With Wide Dynamic Range Capture, Cinematic Image Handling, DVX200 is Equipped for High-Level Production, Ideal Companion Camera to VariCam 35
LAS VEGAS, NV (April 13, 2015) – Panasonic has announced the AG-DVX200 4K large-sensor, 4/3″ handheld camcorder here at NAB 2015. The DVX200 will offer many top-end features including 4K/60p* recording, a 13X optical zoom and a V-Log L gamma curve (12 stops of latitude, target).
Delivering a shallow depth of field and a wide field of view, the DVX200 is the ideal companion camera to the company’s groundbreaking VariCam 35 4K camera/recorder. With an integrated lens design, the DVX200 will excel in independent film and documentary production, as well as event videography.
The DVX200 will be optimized for 4K/HD production, and shares the esteemed VariCam family characteristics of filmic tonality and colorimetry, with natural, subtle rendering of skin flesh tones, and a V-Log curve emulating the natural grey-scale rendition of the VariCam 35. The camcorder will incorporate a newly-developed 4/3” large-format MOS sensor and offer variable frame rate recording up to 120fps in FHD mode, enhancing the DVX200’s utility in sports and VFX production.
The new handheld 4K camcorder will offer an array of professional features including a newly-designed Leica Dicomar 4K F2.8 – F4.5 zoom lens (4K/24p: 29.5 mm – 384.9 mm, HD: 28 mm – 365.3mm, 35 mm equivalent), time-code in/out, 3G HD-SDI and HDMI 2.0 (4K) video outs, easy focus and zooming, and programmable user buttons.
The DVX200 will record 4K (4096 × 2160) / 24p, UHD (3840 × 2160) / HD (1920 × 1080) 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p in either MP4 / MOV file formats. There are two SD card** slots, facilitating backup and relay recording. For professionals working worldwide, the camera’s master frame rate is selectable between 59.94Hz (23.98Hz) / 50.00Hz / 24.00Hz.
The DVX200’s three manual operation lens rings — 13x zoom (Cam driven), focus and iris — will provide a comfortable manual control similar to an interchangeable lens camera, but without the need for actual lens changes. The zoom ring’s solid feel and smooth action allow delicate ultra-slow zooming. In addition, the camera’s multi-step zoom control provides fast response and smooth zoom action, yielding the creative freedom every camera operator desires. The zoom control on the handle enables variable speed zoom, allowing fine zoom control even for low angle shots. The DVX200 also features an enhanced Image Stabilizer, including a five-axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer and 4x correction-area Image Stabilizer that produces clear images without blurring, and a micro-drive focus unit that improves focus speed, tracking and capture performance, facilitating 4K focusing and shallow focus shooting.
The new Leica Dicomar 4K zoom lens with F2.8 aperture is an optimal choice for 4K video, with the ability to produce elegant imagery and subtle “bokeh”. Also, Leica’s exacting quality standards serve to suppress the occurrence of ghosting and flare to a minimum. Since the DVX200 is an integrated-lens camcorder, there is no need to perform the flange back adjustments or shading corrections when changing lenses. Even with a large diameter lens, the DVX200’s weight and balance have been optimized to facilitate agile, mobile 4K acquisition. With superb center-of-gravity balance, the camcorder will be ideal for such flexible shooting applications as mounting on today’s popular stabilized camera rigs.
The AG-DVX200 utilizes a front element lens / filter diameter of 72mm, a very common size. It is expected that many third party lens accessory manufacturers will announce items such as close-up lenses and other desired options.
The AG-DVX200 will feature next-generation ergonomics, with the battery positioned in the rear so as not to interfere during handheld shooting. The DVX200 comes with a rugged woven carbon, fiber-like finish, and the recording section is distinctively styled with crimson shading.
The AG-DVX200 will be available in Fall 2015 with a suggested list price under $5000.
* UHD (3840×2160) resolution, when 60p mode is selected.
** Requires a SD card of UHS speed class 3 (U3) for 4K recording.
You can pre-order/buy the Panasonic AG-DVX200 4K Handheld Camcorder from B&H
