Panasonic AG-AC160 Camera

Offering high-quality HD recording utilizing MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 high-profile encoding, the AC160 records video in four professional AVCCAM HD recording modes at 60Hz, including the highest-quality PH mode (average 21 Mbps/Max 24Mbps), the HA mode (approx.17 Mbps), the extended recording HE mode (approx. 6 Mbps), and a PM mode (approx. 8 Mbps, 720p only). The AC160 has an additional feature that allows switching between 59.94 Hz or 50 Hz to support video production systems used around the world. At 50Hz, the AC160 also records in 1080/50i and 1080/25p, in 720/50p and 720/25p, and in 576/50i and 576/25p.

The AC160's Variable Frame Rate (VFR) function was inherited from the Panasonic VariCam HD Cinema Cameras. VFR provides overcranking for slow-motion and undercranking for fast-motion effects. The AC160 offers 22-step variable frame rate capability in 1080/23.98pN, 29.97p and 25p.

• Three independent adjustable rings for zoom, focus and iris
• HD-SDI output, HDMI output (AVCHD only), USB 2.0 (mini B-type), and IEEE 1394 output (DV only),
• Two locking XLR inputs with switches for mic/line, two RCA audio outputs, and +48V Phantom Power capability
• Pre-record, interval recording, shot marker and metadata capture
• Waveform and vectorscope display, focus assists, auto focus with face detection
• White balance, mode display, zebra display, color bar, tally lamps, 4-position ND optical filter controls
• Slow shutter and synchro-scan shutter functions
• Built-in stereo microphone
• Records two channels of LPCM audio in the PH and DV modes, and Dolby Digital in all HD modes
• Two wired remote control terminals (for zoom, focus, iris, REC start/stop controls)
• Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S) for smooth stable shooting
• Built-in SMPTE time-code generator/reader
• Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS) which helps compensate for wide variations in lighting
• Widescreen 1,226,000-pixel LCOS color viewfinder
• Widescreen 921,000-pixel 3.45-inch LCD color monitor
• Weighs just over 5 lbs.
• Power consumption is under 12 watts
• Three-year limited warranty (one year plus two extra years upon registration)
• Standard accessories: Battery Pack x 1 [7.2 V, 5800/5400 (typ./min.) mAh], AC Adaptor (Battery Charger), AC Cable, DC Cable, Wireless Remote Controller with button-type battery, Microphone Holder, Microphone Holder Screws x4, Microphone Holder Adaptor, Eye Cup, Shoulder Belt, CD-ROM

(3-Year Warranty = 1 year Regular Warranty + 2 Year Extended Warranty*)

To be eligible for the 3-Year Warranty Program, you simply register your product at http://panasonic.biz/sav/pass_e and complete the on-line customer profile and product information requested. Once registered, you will receive registration confirmation via e-mail. In addition, you will also receive via e-mail the 2-year Extended Warranty* certificate from Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company describing the coverage for your product. You must register within 30 days of purchase.

* The extended warranty covers the CCD block only during the second year following the original purchase date.