Panasonic AG-HPX255

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OVERVIEW
The AG-HPX255 P2 hand-held camcorder, like its sister model, the AG-HPX250, offers advanced high-performance features including a high-sensitivity 1/3” 2.2 megapixel 3-MOS image sensor, (Ultra Luminance Technology (U.L.T.), and an AVC-Intra codec to enable high-quality recording of Full-HD (1920 x 1080), 10 bit, 4:2:2 full sample images

And exclusive to the HPX255 is a remote terminal that makes it compatible with Panasonic’s AG-EC4 Paint Box remote control. This optional remote control unit has the ability to control virtually all menu, set-up and gamma functions that can be accessed directly through the camcorder’s on-board menu, including shutter, iris, gain, filter positions and detail. The optional EC4 comes with a 10 meter BNC cable that will output the menu onto a monitor. This combines with Genlock input, TC input and output, and HD SDI output to allow multi-camera operation that includes camera control.

Weighing 5.5 pounds, the AG-HPX255 offers a 22X zoom lens for a wide 28mm to 616mm (35mm equivalent) with 3 independent adjustable rings (Zoom/Focus/Iris), which allows it to cover most shooting situations without the need for a wide-angle conversion lens. The 22X lens also features an Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) function that ensures stable images during shooting. Additional advanced focusing functions, including Focus in Red and Expand.

The AG-HPX255 offers variable frame rate (VFR) capability in 1080p from 1fps to 30fps (17 steps) as well as 720p from fps to 60fps (25 steps) at 60Hz for undercranking/overcranking to create fast or slow-motion effects. This allows the HPX255 to offer a level of performance that approaches shoulder-type P2 models, while providing easy operation for image production and broadcasting use.

• 10-bit, 4:2:2, full-resolution, independent-frame, AVC-Intra 100
• 1/3 2.2M 3MOS imager U.L.T. (Ultra Luminance Technology)
• 22X wide HD fixed lens
• Mechanical zoom, 3 rings (Zoom/Focus/Iris)
• HD/SD formats, frame rates, Variable Frame Rates (720p/1080p)
• Professional input/outputs, including Genlock, timecode, HDSDI, HDMI
• Easy Operation with 4 user buttons
• Digital Zoom (2X/5X/10X)
• Flash Band Compensation (FBC)
• Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)
• Built-in SMPTE time-code generator/reader
• 4-position ND optical filter controls
• Auto focus with face detection, white balance, mode display, zebra display, color bar, tally lamps, slow shutter and synchro-scan shutter functions
• Widescreen LCOS color viewfinder and LCD color flip-out monitor
• Two P2 card slots
• Power consumption of only 15 watts
• Turbo-speed one-push auto-focus
• Seven-mode selectable gamma, such as cine-like mode, for rich gradation
• Scene file, user buttons, and waveform/vectorscope display functions
• The one-clip recording function records multiple cuts in a single clip
• Pre-rec, loop rec, one-shot rec and interval rec capability
• Text memos and shot markers can be added
• 5-year limited warranty program (1 year + 4 additional years with registration)
• Support for the optional proxy recorder (FOCUS FS-P250) for proxy recording and wireless connection1
• USB 2.0 (Host/Device) and IEEE 1394a (AVC)2 interface

Image Device3x 1/3-type 2.2 Mp CMOS
LensBuilt-in, 22x optical zoom
3.9-86mm (28-616mm, 35mm equivalent)
Signal SystemNTSC/PAL
Built-in FiltersND filter: OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
LCD MonitorNot specified by manufacturer
ViewfinderNot specified by manufacturer
Recording FormatsAVC-Intra 100, AVC-Intra 50, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, DV
Video Formats1080i59.94/50, 1080p29.97/25/23.98, 720p59.94/50/29.97/25/23.98, 480i59.94, 480p29.97/23.98, 576i50, 576p25
Video CompressionAVC-Intra 100, AVC-Intra 50: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 Intra profile
DVCPRO HD: DV-based compression (SMPTE 370M)
DVCPRO50, DVCPRO: DV-based compression (SMPTE 314M)
DV: DV compression (IEC 61834-2)
Audio SignalAVC-Intra 100/50, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50: 48 kHz, 16-bit, 4-channel
DVCPRO/DV: 48 kHz, 16-bit, 2/4-channel switchable
Recording Media2x P2 card slots
Maximum Recording TimeWith 2x 64 GB P2 Cards (not included):
Approx. 160 min for AVC-Intra 100 at 1080p24
Approx. 128 min for AVC-Intra 100 at 1080i60/50, 720p60/50
Approx. 320 min for AVC-Intra 100 at 720p24
Approx. 356 min for AVC-Intra 50 & DVCPRO50
Approx. 128 min for DVCPRO HD
Approx. 512 min for DVCPRO/DV
Video Outputs1x BNC for HD/SD-SDI
HDMI: 1x HDMI Type A
Audio Inputs2x XLR 3-pin supporting 48V phantom power
Other I/ORemote input for optional AG-EC4G
Genlock input
Timecode input/output
IEEE 1394a
USB 2.0 (host/device)
Weight5.5 lb (2.5 kg)

This equipment is located in US