Panasonic AG-AC160PJ User manual

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AG-AC160
AG-AC130
Memory Card Camera Recorder
(AG-AC160P, 160E, 160EN, 160AN)
(AG-AC130P, 130E, 130EN)

HigH Performance aVccam memory camera recorder for Professional Use
High-Powered Zoom Lens, High-Sensitivity Sensor,
and High-Quality Full-HD Slow Motion.Class-Surpassing
Professional Imaging — The New AVCCAM
New to the Panasonic AVCCAM lineup, the AG-AC160 and AG-AC130 Memory Card Camera Recorders offer a host of
advanced functions. The lens and both camera and recorder sections have been significantly evolved by incorporating
cutting-edge technologies. The newly developed 22x zoom lens boasts a wide field of view and operability much like an
interchangeable lens. Combining the high-sensitivity, low-noise, high-resolution 1/3-type 2.2-megapixel U.L.T. (Ultra
Luminance Technology) MOS image sensor and professional AVCHD PH mode ensure high-quality Full-HD 1920 x 1080
recording. The AG-160 and AG-AC130 feature a DV (SD)*1recording mode, further expanding its operability. In addition, the
AG-AC160 comes with advanced functions like high-quality LPCM recording, HD slow/quick-motion recording,*2HD SDI
output compatibility, and a switchable 59.94Hz/50Hz mode. With their superb cost-performance, the AG-AC160 and
AG-AC130 support a wide range of needs, from professional uses to image production and news gathering.
*1: DV files are recorded onto an SD Memory Card.
*2: Playback in 1080/60p mode not possible. 720p VFR not supported. Class 6 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card required for VFR recording.
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HigHPerformance a V ccam m emory camera recorder for Professional Use
AG-AC160
This high-end model of the AVCCAM Series provides slow/
quick motion recording, high-quality LPCM audio, and HD SDI
output.
AG-AC130
The AG-AC130 features the basic specifications. This basic
model offers a wide field of view, high sensitivity, and high-
quality HD recording with outstanding cost-performance.
A Lens, Image Sensor and Recording Modes Designed for High-Quality Images
28mm—616mm 22x zoom lens 2.2-Megapixel U.L.T. 3MOS Image Sensor High-Quality AVCHD PH Recording Mode
Professional PH Mode
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Broadcast-Grade Performance with a 22x Zoom Lens and 2.2-Megapixel U.L.T. Image Sensor
Packed with Panasonic Optical Technology
The high-performance zoom lens was developed specifically for
professional HD video production. While inheriting the wide-angle
capabilities of the DVX and HMC Series, it adds the same level of
operating ease as you'd expect from an interchangeable lens model
for broadcasting and other professional uses. Combining 18 lens
elements in 12 groups, this advanced lens unit further adds a UHR
(Ultra High Refractive) glass element, a low dispersion element and
aspherical lenses. In short, it raises resolution with the newest
optical technologies available. Zooming from 28mm to 616mm
(35mm equivalent), this 22x zoom lens covers a wide field of view,
from wide-angle to telephoto, without a conversion lens.
Three Manual Rings — Zoom, Focus, Iris
The lens unit is provided with three rings -- a mechanical
(cam-driven) zoom ring, a focus ring, and an iris ring. The positive
operating feel of these rings gives you manual control similar to an
interchangeable lens.
Optical Image Stabilizer, Digital Zoom, and ND Filter
• Hand-shake correction with the Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS).
• Digital Zoom function. It can be assigned to an user button and
close up to 2x, 5x, and 10x. In combination with the optical zoom,
this function provides a telephoto capability up to 220x.
• Four-position (OFF, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) optical neutral
density filter wheel.
High-Sensitivity, 2.2-Megapixel, Low-Noise U.L.T. Image
Sensor and Optimized Signal Processing Circuit
The AG-AC160/AC130 feature
the same Ultra Luminance
Technology (U.L.T.) 1/3-type
2.2-megapixel 3MOS image
sensor that is incorporated in
our shoulder-type P2HD
camera recorders. This
advanced image sensor is set
to maximize the performance
of the lens and signal
processing circuit under
standard shooting conditions.
U.L.T. image sensor
Wide 28 mm Tele 616 mm (22x) 22x optical zoom x
10x digital zoom (220x)
Focus Ring
Zoom Ring Iris Ring

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18 bit Digital Signal
Processor
The AG-AC160/AC130
incorporate a high-performance
18 bit DSP that handles image
rendering processes such as
gamma and various detail
enhancement functions with
exceptional precision.
Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)
In scenes with mixed contrast, such as when panning from indoors
to outdoors, the DRS function automatically suppresses blocked
shadows and blown highlights. A gamma curve and knee slope are
estimated to match the contrast of each pixel, and applied in real
time. When dark, bright, and intermediate shades are all contained in
the same scene, this produces excellent gradation for each shade
and minimizes blocked shadows and blown highlights.
3-Position Gain Selector plus 24 dB / 30 dB Super Gain
There is a 3-position gain selector, with L, M and H settings. To each
setting you can assign a gain value from 0, +3, +6, +9,+12 and +18
dB. There is also a Super Gain such as +24 dB and +30 dB.*
*+24 dB and +30 dB can be assigned to an user button only.
7-Mode Gamma for Richer Gradation
Drawing on technologies developed for the VariCam, Panasonic has
equipped the AG-AC160/AC130 with advanced gamma functions
that address seven different shooting scenarios, including two Cine-
Like Gammas.
AG-AC160/AC130 Gamma Modes
HD NORM: Suitable for standard HD recording.
LOW: Works to flatten out a high contrast scene.
SD NORM: Normal setting for SD.
HIGH: Expands the tone of dark parts and makes a brighter image.
The contrast softens.
B.PRESS: Makes the contrast sharper than LOW.
CINE-LIKE D: The Cine-Like mode shifted to prioritize dynamic range.
CINE-LIKE V: The Cine-Like mode shifted to prioritize contrast.
Other Camera Image Settings
• Matrix setting including a Cine-Like mode.
• Adjustable H detail level, V detail level, detail coring and
skin tone detail.
• Adjustable chroma level, chroma phase, color temp and
master pedestal.
• Knee point settings: Auto, Low, Mid and High.
• White balance: Three values (A/B/Preset) of white balance with an
auto tracking white function. The Preset can be set to 3200 K, 5600
K and VARIABLE which ranges between P2.4K and P9.9K.
High-Quality Image Processing and Image Quality Settings for High-End Image Production
DSP Processor
HD NORM mode CINE-LIKE D mode
DRS OFF DRS ON
Blocked shadows are suppressed.
Blown highlights are suppressed.