Overview

• 16:9 Aspect Display Mode on EVF and LCD for distortion free Squeeze Mode or Anamorphic Display
• Higher resolution 235,000 pixel .44"" BW/color switchable electronic viewfinder (EVF) with superimposed audio metering
• Higher resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5"" LCD display with superimposed audio metering
• Remote focus and iris control with optional VariZoom controller(s) and others
• LCD panel has a bit of a break-away beyond the 90 degree point
• Single Button Display Character Off for LCD and EVF
• What you see is what you get on LCD and EVF
• Scene files transfer over FireWire
• Time code transfers over Firewire
• 1/3"" 3-CCD Mini-DV camcorder with exclusive CineSwitch™ technology
• Rugged magnesium alloy diecast chassis
• Outstanding sensitivity of F11 @ 2000 lux
• Supports 480i/60 (NTSC), Cinema-style 480p/24fps, and 480p/30fps image capture
• Precision wide-angle Leica Dicomar lens with Servo/Manual Zoom (with stops & barrel markings)
• Auto/manual focus F1.6 with 72mm filter size and advanced optical image stabilization
• Conventional 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 letterbox image capture modes
• 16 x 9 anamorphic – letterbox and digital squeeze
• Conventional video gamma and CineGamma™ operational modes
• Seven gamma settings – L, M, H, CINE-LIKE, + CINE-LIKE D, CINE-LIKE V, Black Press
• Four knee settings – Auto, Low, Mid, High
• Four color matrix settings – Norm, Enriched, Fluor, Cine
• Three vertical detail level settings in progressive mode – Thin, Mid, Thick
• Up to +12dB gain in progressive mode
• 2-channel XLR audio inputs with phantom power supply (+48V) and manual audio levels
• S-Video, Video & Stereo Audio IN and OUT
• Standard IEEE 1394 FireWire interface (in/out) for transfer of digital video/audio to NLE platforms
• One Shot recording capability
• Unique pre-cleaning heads and auto head cleaning to maximize reliability
• Well balanced and highly portable: 4.4 pounds in full operating condition
• Longer-lasting 5400mA standard battery
• Slow Shutter – 24P – 1/6, 1/12, 30P – 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 60i – 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30
• Edge enhancement for easy focusing – Peaking (switchable on/off) in LCD and EVF
• Auto focus assist in progressive mode
• Built-in SMPTE color bars in interlace and progressive modes
• Three user-programmable buttons are assignable to any one of 11 functions
• Color drop-down display mode for menu choices
• End Search Camera function – no longer necessary to go to VCR mode to search up to the end of the recording
• Menu change on Tape Protect to read Power Save
• MOD (Minimum Object Distance) – 0.6 meter
• Two zebra settings – 80-105%
• CineSwitch™ Scene File Dial is more protected from unintentional changes
• Slower middle zoom speed
• Color level, brightness and contrast adjustment – separate LCD and EVF settings
• More sensitive on-camera microphone
• Audio off tape or live E-E for delay free (echo free) monitoring (menu choice)
• Speaker position has moved to top of camera (was behind LCD)
• Heavy-duty tripod connection
• Black Sapphire color, Barrel Paint is textured to reduce fingerprints
• ROHS compliant manufacturing assuring environmentally correct parts and methodology

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Specs

Power Consumption:	6.8 W (when viewfinder is used) 7.2 W (when LCD monitor is used) 9.8 W (max.)
perating Temperature:	32°F to +104°F (0°C to +40°C)
Operating Humidity:	10% to 85% (no condensation)
Weight:	3.75 lb (1.7 kg) 4.19 lb (1.9 kg) with battery and cassette
Dimensions (WxHxD):	5-1/2" x 6-5/16" x 14-3/8" (139 x 160 x 364 mm)
Pick-up Device:	1/3-inch interline transfer type CCD x 3 (progressive modes supported)
Picture Elements:	Total: 410,000 pixels Effective: 380,000 pixels (horizontal pixel shift system)
Lens:	Leica DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer, motorized/manual mode switching, 10x zoom F 1.6 (f = 4.5 to 45 mm) (35 mm equivalent: 32.5 to 325 mm)
Filter Diameter:	72 mm
Optical Color Separation:	Prism system
Optical Filter:	ND Filters, 1/8ND, 1/64ND
Shooting Mode:	60i (525i) interlaced fields Progressive mode (30P, 24P or 24P advance)
Gain Selection:	60i mode: 0, +3, +6, +9, +12, +18 dB 30P, 24P, 24P (ADV) mode: 0,+3,+6,+9,+12 dB (0dB fixed, when slow shutter mode )
Preset Shutter Speeds:	60i mode: 1/60 (OFF), 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 sec. 30P mode: 1/30, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500,1/1000 sec. 24P, 24P (ADV) mode: 1/24, 1/50 (OFF), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 Sec.
Synchro Scan Shutter Speeds:	60i mode: 1/60.3 to 1/250.0 sec. 30P mode: 1/30.1 to 1/250.0 sec. 24P, 24P (ADV) mode: 1/24.1 to 1/250.0 sec.
Slow Shutter Speeds:	60i mode: 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 sec. 30P mode: 1/4, 1/8, 1/15 sec. 24P, 24P (ADV) mode: 1/6, 1/12 sec.
Sensitivity:	F11.0 at 2000 lux
Minimum Luminance:	3 lux (F 1.6, 18 dB gain, 50 IRE video output)
VTR:	Tape Used: 6.35 mm wide metal tape (mini DV cassette) Recorded Audio Signals: PCM digital recording 16 bits: 48 kHz/2 channels, 12 bits: 32 kHz/4 channels Recording Tracks: Digital video, audio signals: helical track Time code: helical track (sub-code area) Tape Speed: SP mode: 18.812 mm/sec., LP mode: 12.555 mm/sec. Recording Time: SP mode: 60 minutes, LP mode: 90 minutes (when AY-DVM63 is used) FF/Rew Time: Approx. 140 sec. (when AY-DVM63 is used)
VIDEO:	Sampling Frequencies: Y: 13.5 MHz, PB/PR: 3.375 MHz Quantizing: 8 bits Video Compression System: DCT + variable length code Error Correction: Reed-Solomon product code
AUDIO:	Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz/32 kHz Quantizing: 16 bits/12 bits Frequency Characteristics: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Wow & Flutter: Below measurable limits
Video In/Out:	RCA x 1, analog composite input/output, 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω (input/output automatically switched)
S-video In/Out:	DIN 4pin x 1, Y/C separate signal input/output, Y: 1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75Ω (input/output automatically switched)
AUDIO IN/OUT:	RCA x 2 (CH1, CH2) Input: 316 mV, high impedance Output: 316 mV, 600Ω (input/output automatically switched)
DV:	4-pin, digital input/output, IEEE 1394 standard
MIC/LINE INPUT:	XLR (3 pins) x 2 (CH1, CH2) LINE/MIC switching, high impedance LINE: 0 dBu, MIC: –50 dBu/–60 dBu (menu selection)
DC Input:	7.9 V
Phones:	Stereo (3.5 mm diameter), 100Ω
CAM REMOTE:	Zoom S/S: Mini jack (2.5 mm diameter) Focus IRIS: Mini jack (3.5 mm diameter)
ON-BOARD EQUIPMENT:	LCD Monitor: 3.5-inch LCD color monitor, 210,000 pixels Viewfinder: 0.44-inch LCD color viewfinder, 235,000 pixels Internal Microphone: Stereo microphone Internal Speaker: 28mm round shape, volume or +
AC Adapter:	Power Source: 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 18 W Weight: 0.35 Ib (0.16 kg) Dimensions (WxHxD): 2-13/16" x 1-13/16" x 4-5/8" (70 x 44.5 x 116 mm) Footnotes *The specifications given above were measured by playing back tapes recorded by the AG-DVX100B on standard VTRs. *Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. *Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Accessories

	model	description
	AG-B25	Heavy duty AC adapter/charger for a second location (Can be used with AG-HVX200A, DVX100/A/B, DVC60, DVC30, DVC20 or DVC7). 1.9 Amp output How to Buy	0
	AG-YUC100	Hard Shell Weather Resistant Case by Thermodyne How to Buy	0
	AG-YUSC100	Soft carrying case for AG-DVX100 Series camcorders. How to Buy	0
	EFP-BAG	Kata Extra Roomy Production Bag How to Buy	0
	DVX-FI	VariZoom Controller - controls focus and iris How to Buy	0
	ROCK-DVX-ZFI	VariZoom Rocker-Style Controller - controls multi-speed zoom, focus, iris, and record/pause How to Buy	0
	VZDVR130	Rocker style wired remote controls multi-speed zoom and record/pause. Can be used with the AG-HMR10, the AG-DVX100 Series and the AG-HVX200 Series camcorders. How to Buy	0
	AG-MC200G	Unidirectional microphone (can be used with HVX200, DVX100/A/B; and AG-DVC30 if customer has an AG-MYA30G) How to Buy	0
	AG-YUT30	Two-Stage Libec Tripod (includes bubble level and embroidered soft bag) How to Buy	0
	AG-YUTDV	Tripod made expressly for the size, weight and balance of all Panasonic professional DV camcorders, including AG-DVX100 Series and AG-HVX200 Series. Two stage professional aluminum tripod, fluid head, adjustable mid level spreader, soft carrying case. How to Buy	0
	QR-DVX100	Anton/Bauer Battery Adapter - Belt Pak Style How to Buy	0
	CGAD54SE/1B	Lithium-Ion Battery 7.2V / 5,400mA snap on battery How to Buy	0
	ABPELIPZ	Anton Bauer ElipZ Battery with Charger and PA-ADB-ELPZ Accessory Cable How to Buy	0

Resources

 Operating Instructions Warranty Brochure DVXuser.com Discussion Forum Creative Cow Discussion Forum DV Info Net Discussion Forum Cinematography.com Discussion Forum Shoot Your Own "Love Story" Call Box Intros DVX100 DVD by Noah Kadner Progressive: What You Need to Know

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