AG-HMC70
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
A Professional
Shoulder-Mount
HD Camera-Recorder
Highly mobile handheld model to be
released in fourth quarter of year 2008.
*The SDHC card shown in the
photo is an option. The AG-HMC70
comes with a 2GB SD card.
AG-HMC150
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Easy to Use As a Digital Camera
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EXTENDED, HIGH-QUALITY HD RECORDING ONTO A MEMORY CARD WITH
effect of hand-shake on resolution and screen angle. The OIS
can also be helpful when zooming or shooting in dim lighting.
Leica Dicomar Lens with Wide-Angle
and 12x Zoom Range
The glass-molded, ultra high refractive index, aspherical lens
enables wide-angle shots with a wide end of 38.5mm (35mm
It's perfect for those Run & Gun applications.
* Due to particularly large vibrations caused by hand-shake or other conditions, blurring may not be
eliminated. * Depending on shooting conditions, no large difference may appear.
conversion) from a compact unit. So even with 12x optical
zoom*, you can shoot with superb HD image quality.
1/4-inch Progressive CCD Faithfully Reproduces Colors
Featuring 13 individual lens elements arranged in 10 groups, the
Leica Dicomar lens is specifically designed for HD shooting.
The lens elements are made of low dispersion glass to assure low
chromatic aberration and high resolution. A total of 21 multi-
coated lens surfaces minimize flare and ghosting.
* Digital zoom goes up to 700x.
To assure high sensitivity,
Panasonic developed a 1/4-inch
progressive CCD. Enlarging the
area of each CCD pixel enables
high-sensitivity shots in light as
low 6 lux. This lets you shoot
dark scenes with minimal noise.
•
Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.Dicomar is a registered trademark of Leica
Camera AG. Leica Dicomar products are manufactured using Leica-certified measuring instruments and
quality assurance systems based on rigorous quality standards approved by Leica Camera AG.
High-Precision Progressive Scan
In the AG-HMC70's camera section, the progressive CCD
creates native progressive images with outstanding vertical
resolution. Progressive interlace conversion is then used to
provide image quality that is higher than you get with
conventional electronic
Multi-coating
21 multi-coated lens surfaces
Leica Dicomar Lens (13 lenses in 10 groups)
3CCD
interpolation of
interlaced signals.
Progressive 3D noise
reduction also
dramatically reduces
noise and after-
images.
Optical Image Stabilizer Compensates for Hand-Shake
The AG-HMC70's advanced Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)
compensates for hand shaking that occurs as you shoot. Gyro
sensors detect hand-shake and send signals to a linear motor,
which adjusts the lens to compensate. Because this process takes
place prior to the CCD image capture (rather than in the
downstream electronic processing), it virtually eliminates any
Interlaced Image
Progressive Image
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OUTSTANDING RELIABILITY AND MOBILITY
Professional Tuning for Superb Color Reproduction
Color reproduction with features like color matrix, chroma gain
and gamma curve creates the same look as that achieved by
other Panasonic professional models. These features combine to
produce the lifelike images that professionals demand.
Small, Lightweight and
Reliable SD/SDHC Card
The AG-HMC70 records onto an SD/SDHC
card. Because there is no motor to drive the
recording media, the AG-HMC70 starts recording immediately
with no need for cueing. The SD/SDHC card also resists the
effects of dust particles, temperature changes, and impacts, and
is equally unaffected by condensation, dropout, and head
clogging. This solid-state recording media contributes to the
AG-HMC70's silent operation, compact size, and light weight.
Auto/Manual Selector
Auto mode provides quick and easy shooting, while manual
mode lets you adjust the white balance, brightness (IRIS and gain
up to +18 dB) and shutter speed (1/60 to 1/8000 second).
Manual focusing is also possible by setting the selector to the
Focus position.
AVCHD Format for High-Quality, Efficient HD Recording
The AG-HMC70 uses the AVCHD format for 8-bit 4:2:0 digital
component recording of high-resolution 1080i (1440 x 1080)
HD video. It complies with the latest H.264 motion image
compression standard, which forms the basis of the AVC-Intra
codec used by P2 HD broadcast systems, and employs the High
Profile standard to improve compression efficiency. Featuring
twice the compression efficiency of HDV (MPEG-2),
Focus Assist
In manual focus mode, the MF Assist function enlarges the
image at the center of the frame for easier focusing.
The AG-HMC70 also has a one-push auto function. Simply press
the Push Auto button to temporarily activate the AF system for
quick focusing.
the AG-HMC70 achieves extended HD recording.
Up to 360 Minutes* of HD Recording
The high compression efficiency of the AVCHD format makes it
possible to record up to 360 minutes* of HD video onto a single
SDHC card.
Press the
Push Auto button
* When recording in HE mode using a 16GB SDHC card.
Recording Time
Recording Mode
16GB SDHC Card
Approx. 160 min.
Approx. 240 min.
Approx. 360 min.
2GB SD Card
Approx. 20 min.
Approx. 30 min.
Approx. 45 min.
MANUAL FOCUS
AUTO FOCUS
MANUAL FOCUS
HF Mode (13Mbps)
HN Mode (9Mbps)
HE Mode (6Mbps)
One-push Auto Function
Guidelines (Markers)
Fast Scene Searches with Thumbnail View
Image data is recorded as a file for each scene.
Thumbnail images and file
information are
automatically attached to
each file to enable smooth,
easy confirmation and
The LCD and viewfinder can display three types (horizontal,
grid, 4:3) of guidelines. The horizontal and grid guidelines
enable easy confirmation of camera tilt for stable framing. The
4:3 guidelines let you check images as they will display in
Standard Definition (SD) format.
deletion of files displayed
on the LCD monitor.
horizontal
grid
4:3
AVCHD Files Transfer Directly to IT Systems
Unlike tape, AVCHD files require no digitizing and can be
directly accessed by a PC (Windows/Macintosh). This makes it
easier to use motion images in new IT applications, like content
production, Internet distribution and source material archiving.
Other Shooting Functions
• 2.1-megapixel still image recording lets you take stills while
shooting video.
• Two-step selection of maximum 30x or 700x digital zoom.
• Black fade or white fade selectable for fade-in/out.
• Zebra pattern (white washout warning) on the LCD monitor
and viewfinder.
Nonlinear Editing System
USB 2.0
DVD Production
• Five scene modes (Sports, Portrait, Low Light, Spot Light and
Surf & Snow) speed up shooting under various situations.
AG-HMC70
PC (Win/Mac)*2
Web Image
SD/SDHC Memory Card*1
*1: An SDHC card reader is required if the SDHC card is not recognized by the PC.
*2: AVCHD-compatible software is required. The Minimum System Requirements for using the software
must also be satisfied.
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PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND INTERFACES
Shoulder-Mount Design
The AG-HMC70 is compact and
lightweight, yet features a large shoulder
pad, hand grip and viewfinder for the
same kind of shoulder-mounted
operation as a broadcast camera.
The 3-point system keeps shooting
stable even when zooming and panning.
Professional-Level Audio with
XLR Line/Mic In
Component Video
Output
The AG-HMC70 comes equipped with a
built-in stereo microphone and with
XLR-type audio input terminals (2
channels, mic/line switchable, +48V
compatible) on the rear panel. You can
switch audio channels 1 and 2
separately to either line or front mic
input, which is especially useful when
recording interviews or narration.
(Y/PB/PR)
Composite Video
Output
Pro-Type Analog A/V Outputs
A host of outputs, including component HD/SD video output
(BNC x 3), composite SD video output (BNC), and audio output
(RCA x 2 channels), let you connect to an external monitor for
viewing, video equipment for dubbing, and various other
devices.
USB
Large Viewfinder
The AG-HMC70 viewfinder is
as large as those offered on
many broadcast cameras.
A slide mechanism lets you
shift the viewfinder to the left or
*The battery shown in the photo is an option. The AG-HMC70 comes with a VW-VBG260PPK battery.
right for maximum comfort.
You can also use the viewfinder
and LCD monitor at the same
time.
HDMI Digital HD Output Terminal
The AG-HMC70 is equipped with a next-generation HDMI (High
Definition Multimedia Interface) output terminal. It connects to
HDMI-compatible systems to allow direct digital transferring of
high-quality HD video and audio signals.
Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control
on Upper Handle Grip
In addition to the lens grip, the
upper part of the handle grip
contains both the Rec Start/Stop
button and a lens zoom
control. This design assures
easy shooting even at low
angles or when using a tripod.
The zoom speed can be set to
any of three speed levels.
PC Connection via USB 2.0
The standard USB terminal (typeB) allows the AG-HMC70 to
connect to a PC in device mode. This lets a Windows PC
installed with the provided HD Writer Version 2.5 software to
upload, copy, and write HD video files, as well as transfer them
to AVCHD-compatible editing software for HD production.
Other Professional Specifications
• Tally lamps on the front and rear
• Large-capacity (5800 mAh) battery pack optional
• Color bar signal output
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SYSTEM APPLICATIONS
Uploading to a PC and Writing to DVDs (Using
Provided PC Software: HD Writer 2.5E for HDC)
AVCHD Nonlinear Editing
The HD Writer 2.5E software for
USB 2.0
BD (BD-Video)
DVD (AVCHD)
Windows PCs that comes standard with
the AG-HMC70 lets you play video files;
upload them to a PC; divide, delete and
merge scenes; and write files to an
SD/SDHC card or DVD. This software
also has an AVCHD-to-MPEG-2
AG-HMC70
AVCHD compatible
Nonlinear
Editing System*
DVD-Video
(Standard Definition)
HD-SDI
IEEE 1394
conversion function for producing
standard-definition DVD-Video.
USB 2.0
SD/SDHC
SDHC
Memory Card Card Reader
HD VTR
Tape
DVD (AVCHD)*
The AG-HMC70 can be connected to an AVCHD nonlinear editing
system by means of the USB interface or an SDHC card reader.
This reduces production time by allowing high-speed data transfers
without the need for digitizing.
SD/SDHC
Memory card
AG-HMC70
Windows
DVD-Video
(HD Writer 2.5E for HDC) (Standard Definition)
[PC Minimum System Requirement]
* Panasonic has confirmed AG-HMC70 compatibility with the following AVCHD nonlinear editing
software (as of February 2008). Apple: Final Cut Pro Version 6.0.1, GrassValley EDIUS Software
Version 4.5. For information on the compatibility of other nonlinear editing software, please contact
the manufacturer. For further information, we recommend that you refer to software that supports the
Panasonic Consumer model HDC-SD1.
• CPU: Intel® Pentium III 1.0 GHz or better (for use of motion image playback and MPEG-2 output
function, Intel® Core™ Duo 2.16 GHz or Pentium® D 3.2 GHz, or better is recommended)
• OS: Microsoft® Windows Vista® (Home Basic/Home Premium/Ultimate/ Business), Windows® XP
(Home Edition/Professional SP2), Windows® 2000 Professional SP4 (Japanese version) (* Macintosh
not supported)
Free transcoder software (from AVCHD to P2-DVCPRO HD) is available. For details, please visit the
Panasonic website at <https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/>.
• RAM: 1024 MB or more for Windows Vista, 512 MB or more for Windows XP/2000 (1024 MB or
more recommended)
*Do not insert a disc [DVD (AVCHD)] produced with the provided HD Writer 2.5E software into a
device that does not support the AVCHD standard. If it is inserted into such a device, the disc may not
eject. Also, do not play the disc with a device that does not support the AVCHD standard.
Compatibility with Existing HD Editing Environments
Playback on compatible components
HDMI
HD-SDI
Conversion
Box
Tape
HD VTR
BD/DVD
PC
AG-HMC70
BD/DVD Player*
SD/SDHC
Memory Card
HD-SDI compatible
Nonlinear Editing System
By using an HDMI/HD-SDI conversion box to convert data to an
uncompressed HD stream, the AG-HMC70 can be linked to
existing linear/non-linear HD production environments using the
DVCPRO HD format.
Display*
*need to be compatible with AVCHD. Not available in some areas.
OPTIONS
VW-VBG260PPK
Battery Pack
VW-W4307HPPK
Wide Conversion Lens
• 7.2V 2,640mAh
(Supplied with the AG-HMC70)
VW-AD20PP-K
AC Adaptor
(Supplied with the AG-HMC70)
VW-VBG6PP-K
Battery Pack
• 7.2V 5,800mAh
VW-T4314HPPK
Tele Conversion Lens
VW-LDC102PPS
Video DC Light
*The battery pack is necessary for the use of
video DC light. The battery pack that can be
used is VW-VBG260PPK.
VW-LF43NPP-K
Filter Kit
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SPECIFICATIONS
[GENERAL]
[Input/Output]
Supply Voltage:
DC 7.3 V (when AC adapter is used)
DC 7.2 V (when battery is used)
Video Out:
BNC 1.0 Vp-p 75Ω
Component Video Out:BNC Y: 1.0 Vp-p 75Ω, PB: 0.7Vp-p 75Ω, PR: 0.7Vp-p 75Ω
Power Consumption: 8.5 W (when recording)
HDMI Video Out:
Audio Out:
MIC IN:
HDMI [1125i (1080i) /525p (480p)]
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C (32°F to +104°F )
Operating Humidity: 10% to 80% (no condensation)
Pin Jack x 2 (CH1, CH2), 316 mV, Impedance 600Ω
Stereo Mini jack (3.5 mm diameter), –70 dBV
Weight:
Approx. 2.7 kg (5.95 lb)
XLR IN:
XLR (3 pin) x 2 (CH1, CH2), High impedance,
LINE/MIC/+48V selectable,
LINE: 0dBu, MIC/+48V: –50dBu/–60dBu
Dimensions (WxHxD): 233 mm x 233 mm x 434 mm
(9-3/16”x9-3/16”x17-1/8” )
USB:
Card Reader/Write Function
(No Copyright Protection support)
PictBridge Compatible
[CAMERA]
Signal method:
1080/60i
2.0 high Speed USB, TYPE B USB terminal
Recording Format:
Pick-up Device:
Picture Elements:
AVCHD standard
Interline transfer type CCD x 3
[Monitor/Microphone/Speaker]
LCD Monitor:
Total: 560,000 x 3 pixels
Effective: 520,000 x3 pixels (Motion Picture/Still Picture)
3-inch LCD color monitor, 251,000 pixels
Viewfinder:
0.44-inch LCD color wide viewfinder, 183,000 pixels
Lens:
12x Variable Speed Zoom
F1.8 to F2.8 (f=4.0 to 48.0 mm)
(35 mm equivalant: 38.5 mm to 462 mm)
Internal Microphone: Stereo microphone
Internal Speaker: 20mm round shape
Filter Diameter:
Zoom:
43 mm
Headphone Output: Stereo Mini jack (3.5 mm diameter)
Optical: 12x, Digital: 30x, Super Digital: 700x
Auto/white set/Indoor/Outdoor (with IR Sensor)
[Standard Accessories]
White Balance:
Remote controller, Button-type battery, Battery pack, AC adaptor, AC cable, DC cable,
CD-ROM x 2 (Operating instructions, HD Writer 2.5E for HDC), Shoulder strap,
SD memory card (2GB), Eye cup, Lens hood cap, Ferrite core, Operating instructions
Standard Illumination: 1400 lx
Minimum luminance: Approx. 6 lx (Low Light Mode, 1/60)
[Moving Picture]
Recording Media:
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
SD Memory card:
256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB
(FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory card: 4GB, 8GB, 16GB (FAT32)
Compression method: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Recording Mode: HF: Approx. 13 Mbps (CBR),
HN: Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR),
HE: Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)
Audio Recording Format:Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3)/2ch recording
[Still Picture]
Recording Media:
SD Memory card:
8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB,
256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB
(FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory card: 4GB, 8GB, 16GB (FAT32)
Compression method: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2 standard), DPOF
Recording Image Size: 1920 x 1080
Please refer to the latest Non-linear Compatibilty Information, AVCHD
Support and Downlord and Service Information, etc. at panasonic web site.
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SP-AGHMC70P1
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