Panasonic AG-HMC154 - Manual (Page 4)

28mm Wide-Angle, 13X Zoom Leica Dicomar® HD Lens
The wide-angle zoom lens that became so popular in the HVX200
Series has been downsized, lightened, and further widened in this 13X
zoom lens. The new lens structure combines 13 lens elements in 10
groups, with 3 aspherical lenses. The diameter of the front lens element
has been reduced from 67 to 53.2 mm, while still achieving a 28mm
wide angle (35mm equivalent), the widest of the class.*
The new lens covers most shooting situations without requiring a wide-
angle conversion lens. Its minimum object distance (MOD) of about 0.6
meter at the telephoto setting helps to maximize the handheld
camcorder’s inherent mobility.
The same cam-driven zoom ring that was so popular in previous models
ensures accurate zooming. The Leica Dicomar lens incorporates Leica
optical technology and know-how throughout. A multi-coating process
minimizes flare and ghosting. This results in sharp, crisp, beautifully
rendered images with delicate nuances and exceptional shading.
*HD camcorders with integrated lens and 1/3-inch CCD, as of July 2008 (according to a Panasonic
survey)
New Progressive CCD Raises Sensitivity and Lowers Noise and Smear
The new 1/3-inch 16:9
progressive CCD on the
AG-HMC150 series further raises
image quality. It combines a
significantly improved S/N ratio
and better low-light performance
than previous models. Backed by
a high-performance digital signal
processor, the CCD brings higher
quality to HD images to meet the
demands of broadcasters and
high-end video producers.
High-Resolution Native Progressive 1080/50p Scan
Progressive to interlace conversion, cross conversion and down
conversion all start with the 1080/50p scan. That initial 1080p native
progressive scan offers the highest level of vertical resolution possible at
this level of camera. Keep in mind that the camera does not record this
signal but uses it as a basis for all captures. The result is an HD or SD
recording with a level of image quality that cannot be matched by
electronically processed scans.
DSP with 14-Bit A/D Conversion and 19-Bit Processing
The digital signal processor
developed for the AG-HMC150
series video signals uses 14-bit A/
D conversion and 19-bit inner
processing to attain
unprecedented accuracy. It is
from this capture that all other
signals are made. The DSP
performs a variety of adjustments,
including eight types of gamma
settings, for each of the R, G and
B channels. It also converts the signals to HD or SD format. With a
performance equivalent to the processors used in many higher-end HD
cameras, this DSP delivers beautiful images in all video formats.
A Camera Block with the Same Design as P2 HD Broadcast Systems Boosts the Quality of HD Images
Image of an angle of view equivalent to 32.5 mm Image of an angle of view equivalent to 28 mm
ø 53mm
Light axis
Configuration of the 13-power zoom lens