*XLR microphone (AG-MC200G), Battery Pack
(VW-VBG6), SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory
Card are options.
High-Quality, Multi-Format AVCHD PH Mode
The AG-AC120EN features the AVCHD format and high-quality PH
mode. AVCHD complies with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile
technology for superb images and low data rates. PH mode was
developed by Panasonic exclusively for high-quality video
production. With a maximum AVCHD bit rate of 24 Mbps (average:
21 Mbps), it records 1920 x 1080 Full-HD images. PH mode also
supports multiple HD formats, such as 1080/50i, 1080/25p, 720/50p
and 720/25p.
DV Recording Mode Supported
Records SD video into a DV-format file* (AVi Type 2) for added
flexibility. Standard DV output (IEEE 1394) lets you ingest files to
a PC or Mac.
*DV-format files made by the AG-HMC80 Series are not fully compatible with the AG-AC120EN.
Use the same model of camera recorder which was used for recording to play back DV-format files.
A class 6 or higher SDXC/SDHC/SD memory card is required for DV recording.
Dual Slot SDXC/SDHC Memory Card Recording
• Dual memory card slots:
Relay recording*
1
seamlessly records
images onto two memory cards consecutively, and simultaneous
recording*
2
records the same images onto two different memory
cards for reliable backup.
• SDXC/SDHC/SD Memory Card:
The SDXC Memory Card is a
large-capacity device. The AG-AC120EN can also use SDHC and
SD Memory Cards.
• Interval Rec:
Records one frame at a time in set intervals (1 sec.,
10 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 2 min.). *
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• Pre-rec:
While in standby mode, the camera recorder can
continuously store, and subsequently record, up to about 3 seconds
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.*
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• Rec check:
you can check the end of the most recently recorded
clip with one-touch ease.
• Last clip delete:
One-touch delete of the most recently recorded clip.
• Time stamp:
Commonly used for recording evidentiary depositions
and procedures.
• Time code:
SMPTE time-code recording and synchro*
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function.
*1: The AVCHD's maximum consecutive recording length is 12 hours. This cannot be extended even
by using the relay function. *2: Simultaneous recording cannot be combined with relay recording or
interval recording. Also, Rec Check and Last Clip Delete will not operate during simultaneous
recording. *3: Only in 1080/25p AVCHD mode. Audio recording not possible. *4: AVCHD recording
mode only. *5: After synchronization, each camera's time-code runs separately and cannot be
guaranteed to match precisely.
Versatile Shooting Assist Functions
• Focus assist:
The focus level bar and focus-in-red display
functions help to focus quickly and accurately. A face detection
function is also provided.
• Area focus, area iris:
An area of the frame can be set as a target
zone for focusing, iris adjustment and Y GET (brightness
measurement), to increase shot-composing flexibility.
• Scene file dial:
instantly retrieves a set of shooting conditions.
• WFM:
Simplified waveform and vectorscope display.
• Three user buttons:
Each button can be assigned with any of
16 functions.
• LCD monitor:
High-quality LCD has a 87.63 mm (3.45 inches),
approximately 921,000 dot (1920 x 480) high-resolution panel.
• Marker/Grid:
Various markers and grids can be displayed on the
LCD monitor.
• Mode check:
Displays a list of the camera settings on the monitor.
• Zebra:
Two levels from among 50% to 105%, in 5% steps.
• Color bar:
Outputs a color bar signal and test tone.
• New, stylish design also boosts mobility.
Professional Input/Output Terminals
• XLR Pro-Quality Audio:
internal, high-performance stereo
microphone and two-channel XLR audio input terminals with a 48-V
phantom power supply.
• HDMI OUT:
High Definition Multimedia interface output terminal
digitally transfers high-quality HD video and audio signals.
• Down-Conversion:
internal down-converter outputs SD video from
HDMI or VIDEO OUT with 16:9/4:3 aspect conversion, side crop,
letterbox and squeeze.
• Remote terminal:
Enables remote operation of iris, focus, zoom,
Rec Start/Stop and index functions.
• USB 2.0:
Type mini-B port for connection of a PC
in DEViCE mode.
• Tally lamps:
Provided on the unit's front and rear.
The high-performance, highly reliable
professional SDHC Memory Card is
ideal for recording with a Panasonic
AVCCAM.
Two-channel XLR audio input
terminals with a 48-V phantom
power supply
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