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Variable Frame Rate —  

Full-HD (1080p) VFR Recording* 

The Variable Frame Rate (VFR) function was inherited from the 
Panasonic VariCam, which is widely used for producing movies, TV 
series and TV commercials. It creates a wide range of film-camera-
like images, such as overcranking for slow-motion and 
undercranking for quick-motion effects. The AG-AC160's VFR 
function* supports Full-HD (1920 x 1080) progressive mode. 

Variable Frame Rates

1080/24p or 1080/30p:  

2*/6/9/12/15/18/20/21/22/24/25/26/27 

 

 

 

/28/30/32/34/36/40/44/48/54/60 frames

1080/25p:  

 

 

2*/6/9/12/15/18/20/21/22/23/24/25/26/ 

 

 

 

27/28/30/32/34/37/42/45/48/50 frames

*When recording at 2 fps, the gain value is locked at 0 dB. 

Normal cinematic shooting (at 24 fps, 25 fps or 30 fps)

 refers to 

the same rate as used in film cameras. The AG-AC160 can record at 
24 fps. Note that 25 fps and 30 fps are the standard frame rates 
used in producing TV commercials, music clips and video media.

Overcranking (higher-speed shooting)

 produces a slow-motion 

effect. This is especially effective for high-action scenes like car 
chases or crashes, or to create a dramatic impact in a scene. For 
example, when a scene is shot at 48 fps and played at 24 fps, a 
slow-motion effect of 1/2x is attained.

*AG-AC130 does not support VFR function.

Undercranking (lower-speed shooting)

 gives you a quick-motion 

effect. This technique can be combined with a warp-speed effect to 
give special emphasis to flowing water, fast-moving clouds, etc. For 
example, when a scene is shot at 12 fps and played at 24 fps, a 
quick-motion effect of 2x is attained.

Versatile Solid-State Recording Functions

• Interval Rec:

 Records one frame at a time in set intervals (1 sec, 

10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min). Only in 1080/24p and 25p mode. 
Audio recording not possible (AVCHD mode only).

• Pre-rec:

 While in standby mode, the camera recorder can 

continuously store, and subsequently record, up to approximately 3 
seconds. This helps to ensure that you always get the shot you want.

• Shot mark:

 Allows convenient OK or NG marking, and can be 

added to each clip during or after recording.

• Index:

 Scenes can be marked with up to 100 index flags per clip 

(AVCHD mode only).

• Rec check:

 You can check the end of the most recently recorded 

clip with one-touch ease.

• Last clip delete:

 Only the most recently recorded clip is deleted 

with one-touch ease.

• Time stamp: 

The date and time can be stamped onto recorded 

images. Commonly used for recording evidentiary depositions and 
procedures.

Wide-Ranging Recording Functions Including Full-HD Slow/Quick Motion.

Undercranking (lower-speed shooting)

Overcranking (higher-speed shooting

Summary of Contents for AG-AC160PJ

Page 1: ...epair Program AG AC160 130 users qualify for a 3 year warranty on repairs Visit the website for details www panasonic biz sav pass_e AG AC160 AG AC130 Memory Card Camera Recorder AG AC160P 160E 160EN 160AN AG AC130P 130E 130EN ...

Page 2: ...w 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 1 recording mode further expanding its operability In addition the AG AC160 comes with advanced functions like high quality LPCM recording HD slow quick motion recording 2 HD SDI out...

Page 3: ... 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 2 ...

Page 4: ...th 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 wi...

Page 5: ...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 ...

Page 6: ... Also Rec Check and Last Clip Delete will not operate during simultaneous recording SMPTE Time Code Recording and Synchro Function The built in SMPTE time code generator lets you select the Drop Frame Non Drop Frame and Free Run Rec Run modes and preset User bits are also provided Connecting two cameras with a TC preset in out video out connector allows the slave camera to synchronize with the mas...

Page 7: ...at 24 fps a slow motion effect of 1 2x is attained AG AC130 does not support VFR function Undercranking lower speed shooting gives you a quick motion effect This technique can be combined with a warp speed effect to give special emphasis to flowing water fast moving clouds etc For example when a scene is shot at 12 fps and played at 24 fps a quick motion effect of 2x is attained Versatile Solid St...

Page 8: ...UO Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights F3 SPARK Highlighting subjects at receptions events etc F4 B STR Enhanced gradations of luminance in low light scenes F5 CINE V Cine Like setting shifted to prioritize contrast F6 CINE D Cine Like setting shifted to prioritize dynamic range Selecting a scene file does not change the video recording format If you want to switch to 25p 24p and 30p you must...

Page 9: ...o the internal high performance stereo microphone the AG AC160 AC130 come equipped with two channel XLR audio input terminals with a 48 V phantom power supply The internal microphone external microphone or line input can be selected for each channel Large easy to use level dials are also provided HDMI Digital HD Output Terminal The AG AC160 AC130 are equipped with a next generation HDMI High Defin...

Page 10: ...laying data on BD BD RE Ver3 0 are not supported by Mac OS X 10 4 Tiger 3 Mac version doesn t support SDXC memory card 4 Do not insert a disc DVD AVCHD 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 AVCCAM Restorer for Windows Mac Free Download The AV...

Page 11: ...x 17 Mbps VBR HE mode Approx 6 Mbps VBR Interval Recording 1 sec 10 sec 30 sec 1 min 2 min interval maximum 168 hours 1 week recording For the recording mode PH 1080 24p AG AC160 AG AC130P or PH 1080 25p AG AC160 AG AC130E EN fixed Variable Frame Rate 1080 24p 1080 30p 2 6 9 12 15 18 20 21 22 24 25 26 AG AC160 27 28 30 32 34 36 40 44 48 54 60 fps frames per second 1080 25p 2 6 9 12 15 18 20 21 22 ...

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