For applications that require very high image quality, comparable to recording without compression, AVC-Intra Class200 is available, a mastering and archiving format with a much smaller file size than other industry-specific formats.
The AJ-PX5000G is “future-proof” with a wide range of options including wireless metadata input and high-resolution proxy recording. It has both wireless and wired connection capability, be it Wi-Fi, USB, or Gigabit Ethernet. Certain camera functions can be controlled from a smartphone or tablet. In addition, it will shortly allow the transmission of video over mobile telephone networks, through upload links such as LiveU’s LU40i.
The AJ-PX5000G is the first P2 HD camcorder with built-in slots for Panasonic’s new microP2 cards, which retain the SD card format. The AJ-PX5000G has two microP2 slots and two standard P2 card slots. It also includes an SD card slot for proxy recording or saving user settings.
The camera incorporates the recently awarded Technology Emmy Award-winning Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC) function. The CAC function allows to increase the quality of the lens without making its development more expensive. The Dynamic Range Stretch function improves response in high-contrast scenes, and a flash band detection and compensation algorithm minimizes the effect produced by flash lights. The PX5000G features seven gamma curves and extensive digital imaging settings.
The LCD monitor on the side of the camera allows display of a waveform monitor and vectorscope. It is compatible with the optional studio system, which allows the camera to be configured for studio use, with remote control of imaging functions.
Other features include the Scan Reverse function, which allows you to use a cine lens adapter, a 2x and 4x digital zoom function, variable shutter speed between 1/12 and 1/2000 seconds, as well as Synchro Scan, and a four-position optical ND filter wheel (CLEAR, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND). The camera offers 3G-SDI input and output, HDMI output, genlock input, and timecode input and output. The USB 3.0 HOST port allows you to copy the content of the cards to an external hard drive. As for audio, it has two XLR audio inputs, as well as a compartment for a UniSlot wireless microphone receiver (one or two channels). The PX5000G records four channels of audio at 48kHz and 16 or 24 bits.