AG-HMC40PJ
Professional 3MOS AVCCAM Handheld Camcorder with 10.6MP Still Photo FeatureU.S. List Price: $2,095.00
Overview
AVCCAM - the Industry's Next Generation Affordable HD
Panasonic's latest introduction to its popular AVCCAM line, the AG-HMC40 handheld, combines full HD AVCHD video recording with high-resolution 10.6-megapixel still photo capture, giving you the benefits of two professional cameras in one affordable package.
Compact and lightweight at 2.16-pounds, the HMC40 is a versatile HD camcorder offering high-quality AVCHD recordings, high-resolution still photo capture, an easy-to-use SD card workflow, and professional audio capabilities for a wide range of applications and markets including schools, government agencies, event videographers, web designers and more.
Full HD Video & 10.6-Megapixel Stills -- All in One Compact Camera
With a full resolution 3-megapixel, 1/4-inch 3MOS imager, the HMC40 produces stunning 1920x1080 video in AVCHD (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264), delivering images far superior to HDV. When used for digital still photography, the camera captures photos with 10.6-megapixel resolution directly onto the SD card as a JPEG image. The camera can also be connected directly to a PictBridge photo printer (no PC required). And unlike HDV tapes, video and photos can be accessed randomly and immediately from the SD cards and played back on a number of consumer devices.
The camcorder's advanced Leica Dicomar lens system offers 12X optical zoom, wide-angle setting (40.8mm) and an optical image stabilizer (O.I.S.) feature for precise shooting. The compact camera is also packed with professional video and audio features (HDMI out, date/time stamp, remote zoom, XLR option, etc.)
High Definition Performance, Standard Definition Price
Using high-capacity SD memory cards, the HMC40 provides hours of beautiful high definition recordings at professional level bit rates. It records in a range of 1080 and 720 formats with all four professional AVCCAM recording modes: PH mode (average 21 Mbps/Max 24Mbps), the HA mode (approx.17 Mbps), the HG mode (approx.13 Mbps), HE mode (approx. 6 Mbps). AVCCAM offers the benefit of a fast, file-based workflow using widely available and reasonably priced SD memory cards.
Panasonic's latest introduction to its popular AVCCAM line, the AG-HMC40 handheld, combines full HD AVCHD video recording with high-resolution 10.6-megapixel still photo capture, giving you the benefits of two professional cameras in one affordable package.
Compact and lightweight at 2.16-pounds, the HMC40 is a versatile HD camcorder offering high-quality AVCHD recordings, high-resolution still photo capture, an easy-to-use SD card workflow, and professional audio capabilities for a wide range of applications and markets including schools, government agencies, event videographers, web designers and more.
Full HD Video & 10.6-Megapixel Stills -- All in One Compact Camera
With a full resolution 3-megapixel, 1/4-inch 3MOS imager, the HMC40 produces stunning 1920x1080 video in AVCHD (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264), delivering images far superior to HDV. When used for digital still photography, the camera captures photos with 10.6-megapixel resolution directly onto the SD card as a JPEG image. The camera can also be connected directly to a PictBridge photo printer (no PC required). And unlike HDV tapes, video and photos can be accessed randomly and immediately from the SD cards and played back on a number of consumer devices.
The camcorder's advanced Leica Dicomar lens system offers 12X optical zoom, wide-angle setting (40.8mm) and an optical image stabilizer (O.I.S.) feature for precise shooting. The compact camera is also packed with professional video and audio features (HDMI out, date/time stamp, remote zoom, XLR option, etc.)
High Definition Performance, Standard Definition Price
Using high-capacity SD memory cards, the HMC40 provides hours of beautiful high definition recordings at professional level bit rates. It records in a range of 1080 and 720 formats with all four professional AVCCAM recording modes: PH mode (average 21 Mbps/Max 24Mbps), the HA mode (approx.17 Mbps), the HG mode (approx.13 Mbps), HE mode (approx. 6 Mbps). AVCCAM offers the benefit of a fast, file-based workflow using widely available and reasonably priced SD memory cards.
- HD formats: 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 1080/24p (Native); 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p (Native)
- Three newly designed 1/4.1" Progressive 3MOS Imagers for full HD resolution
- 12x Leica Dicomar lens (13 elements in 10 groups), 43mm filter Ø, zoom range of 40.8 - 490mm* (*35mm equivalent.)
- Extremely slow, smooth zoom for the precise control needed for dramatic sequences
- Time Date Stamp enables shooting Legal Depositions or Surveillance
- Long record time: 3 hours with included battery (7 hours continuous with 5,800mAh Battery)
- Remaining battery time readout in minutes so shooter is warned (Info Data Secure Battery)
- 3-second pre-record function captures the shot from the beginning
- Shooting assist functions: focus expand, focus bar and Face Detection feature in Auto Mode
- Waveform monitor helps with luminance for green screen where lighting has to be evenly distributed
- Professional interface with HDMI out, Component Out (mini D terminal), Composite Video Out and RCA Audio Out
- Additional features include: three user set buttons, Time code (DF, NDF, REC RUN, FREE RUN) and USER BIT, two scene files, auto functions (Auto Focus, Auto White Balance and Auto Neutral Density)
- Connects directly to PictBridge photo printers
- 2.7-inch 16:9 Touchscreen LCD display (Just touch the thumbnail for playback)
- Manual and remote control connection for Zoom, Focus, Iris, Start/Stop functions (similar to HMC150). Focus ring can also be used for Iris and Zoom
- Min. Illumination: 1 lux, (F1.8, Gain: +34dB, Slow Shutter: 1/2 sec.)
- Syncro Scan Shutter, 60i- 1/60-1/250, 30p- 1/30-1/250, 24p- 1/24-1/250
- Selectable Gammas & DRS Dynamic Range Stretch
- Lightweight, yet durable, design with removable handle
- Optional AG-MYA30G Professional XLR adapter available (features audio inputs with +48V Phantom Power, Mic/Line, Attentuation, Ch 1&2 or Ch2, Level Controls and Mic Holder (8 pin push on precision connector)
- 3-Year limited warranty (1 year + 2 extra years upon registration)
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Specs
| Power Supply: | DC7.2V (using with battery)7.3V (using with AC adapter) |
| Power Consumption: | 7.8 W (max., when the AG-MYA30G XLR microphone adapter is connected) 5.8 W (in standalone condition) |
| Operating Temperature: | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Operating Humidity: | 10% to 80% (No condensation) |
| Weight: | Approx. 2.16 lb. (Approx. 0.98 kg), camcorder onlyApprox. 3.08 lb. (Approx. 1.4 kg), including SD memory cards, supplied battery, microphone and XLR adapter |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 5-11/32 x 5-5/16 x 11-31/32 inches (136 × 135 × 304 mm) excluding the projection part |
| Pick-up Device: | 3MOS (1/4.1-inch progressive modes supported) |
| Picture Elements: | Total: Approx. 3.05 megapixels×3Effective (video): Approx. 2.51 megapixels×3 (16:9)Effective (still image): Approx. 2.32 megapixels×3 (4:3),Approx. 2.65 megapixels×3 (3:2), Approx. 2.51 megapixels×3 (16:9) |
| Lens: | LEICA DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer, motorized/manual mode switching,12× zoom, F1.8 to 2.8 (f=4.0mm to 48mm),35mm equivalent (video): 40.8mm to 490mm (16:9)35mm equivalent (still image): 41.3mm to 496mm (3:2),40.8mm to 490mm (16:9), 45.0mm to 540mm (4:3) |
| Optical Color Separation: | Prism system |
| ND Filter: | Auto On/Off by IRIS |
| Minimum shooting distance: | 35.43 inches (0.9 m) |
| Gain Selection: | Motion Image: 0 dB to +24 dB (Variable in 1-dB steps; USER button allocation; up to +34 dB using the High Gain setting)Still Image: 0 dB to +18 dB (Variable in 1-dB steps) |
| Shutter Speed - Preset: | Motion Image: 60i/60p mode: 1/60 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (7 steps)30p mode: 1/30 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (8 steps)24p mode: 1/24 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (8 steps)Still Image: 1/2 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (16 steps) |
| Shutter Speed - Synchro Scan: | 60i/60p mode: 1/60.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec.30p mode: 1/30.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec. 24p mode: 1/24.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec. |
| Slow Shutter Speed: | 60i/60p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/4 sec., 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec., 1/30 sec.30p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/4 sec., 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec.24p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/3 sec., 1/6 sec., 1/12 sec. |
| Minimum Luminance: | Approx. 1 lx (Gain: +34 dB, Slow Shutter: 1/2 sec.) |
| Digital Zoom: | 2x/5x/10x (Assigned to the USER button, only available for 1080/60i, 720/60p) |
| Filter Diameter: | 43 mm |
| Recording Format: | AVCHD |
| Compression Method: | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
| Recording Media*1: | SD Memory Card : 512MB, 1GB, 2GB (FAT12, FAT16)SDHC Memory Card : 4GB, 6GB, 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, 32GB (FAT32) |
| Recording Video Format: | PH mode: 1080/60i, 1080/30p (over 60i), 1080/24p (native),720/60p, 720/30p (over 60p) and 720/24p (native)HA, HG and HE mode: 1080/60i only |
| Transmission Rate: | PH mode: Approx. 21 Mbps (VBR, Max. 24 Mbps)HA mode: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR), HG mode: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBHE mode: Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR) |
| Interval REC*2: | 1 sec. / 10 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 2 min. / OFF |
| SD Memory Card: | Max. recordable clips per card: 900 (after formatting, without removing/inserting the card)Max. playable clips: 1,000 (up to 1,000 clips displayed) |
| Thumbnail View: | Selectable from 20 frames/page, 9 frames/page, and 1 frame/page |
| Editing Functions: | Delete, write-protect |
| Formatting Function: | Yes |
| Still Picture - Compression Method: | JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2 standard), DPOF- Recording Media:SD Memory Card: 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB (FAT12, FAT16)SDHC Memory Card: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, 32GB (FAT32)- Recording Pixels:[4:3] 9 megapixels / 8 megapixels / 5 megapixels / 0.3 megapixels[3:2] 10.6 megapixels / 7 megapixels / 4.5 megapixels[16:9] 10 megapixels / 6 megapixels / 3.5 megapixels- Quality: Fine/Normal- Flach Function: No- Number of Recordable Still Pictures*3 (approx.):[4:3] 6030 (9M 3520 x 2640 pixels)*4[3:2] 5300 (10.6M 3984 x 2656 pixels)*4[16:9] 5580 (10M 4224 x 2376 pixels)*4 |
| Video Signals: | 1080/60i, 720/60p |
| HDMI Output: | HDMI x 1 (HDMI Type A terminal), 1080/60i, 720/60p, 480/60p (Not compatible with VIERA Link)2 ch (Linear PCM), 5.1 ch (Dolby Digital) |
| Component Output: | Mini-D x 1, Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, PB/PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75Ω |
| A/V Output: | 1.0 Vp-p, 75ΩOutput: 316 mV, 600 Ω, 2 ch |
| Audio System- Compression Method: | Recording/Playback: Dolby Digital/2 ch |
| Sampling Frequency: | 48 kHz |
| Quantization: | 16 bit |
| Compression Bit-rate: | PH mode: 384 kbps, HA, HG and HE mode: 256 kbps |
| XLR Input: | Exclusive terminal for AG-MYA30G |
| Internal Microphone: | Stereo microphone |
| Headphone: | Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) x 1 |
| Built-in Speaker: | 20 mm (round) x 1 |
| External Microphone Input: | –70 dBV (Mic sensitivity: -50 dB equivalent, 0 dB=1 V/Pa 1 kHz) Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) (Not compatible with plug-in power microphone) |
| USB: | Type mini B connector (compliant with USB ver. 2.0) |
| Camera Remote: | Super mini jack (2.5mm diameter) x 1, for zoom and rec start/stop operationsMini jack (3.5mm diameter) x 1, for focus and iris controls |
| LCD Monitor: | 2.7 inches, wide LCD color monitor, Approx. 230,000 pixels |
| Viewfinder: | 0.26 inches, wide LCD color viewfinder, Approx. 113,000 pixels |
| Accessories (attached to the unit): | Lens Hood Cap, XLR Adapter Terminal Cover |
| Standard Accessories: | AC Adapter/Charger, 2640mAh Battery Pack (secure type), AC Cable, DC Cable (catch type), Wireless Remote Controller with button-type battery, Eye Cup, Shoulder Belt,Component Video Cable, AV Cable, PIN-BNC Conversion Plugs, Handle, Touch Pen, CD-ROM, AVCCAM Restorer (Windows PC/Mac) |
| Footnotes: | *1: SDHC/SD memory card (8MB to 32GB) can be used for storing/reading scene file and user file, and reading metadata.*2: Records only in PH mode, 1080/24p. The maximum recording interval is 24 hours.*3: The number of recordable still pictures varies depending on the subject and whether both Fine and Normal mode pictures are included.*4: Fine mode, using one 32GB SDHC Memory Card.*Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice. |
Accessories
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VWVBG6PPK | 7.2V 5,800 mA battery for AG-HMC70 and AG-HMR10 (Requires VWVH04PPK battery pack holder for AG-HMR10 usage) How to Buy  |
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VW-AD20PPK | AC Adaptor / Battery Charger. Charger for AVCCAM Camcorders. (Can Charge 1,320mA, 2,640mA & 5,800mA Batteries) How to Buy |
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AG-YUSC100 | Soft carrying case for AG-DVX100 Series camcorders. How to Buy |
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ROCK-DVX-ZFI | VariZoom Rocker-Style Controller - controls multi-speed zoom, focus, iris, and record/pause How to Buy |
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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 |
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VW-W4307HPPK | 0.7X Wide Angle Conversion Lens with Low Chromatic Aberration (yields 24mm) for AG-HSC1U, AG-HMC70 and AG-HCK10 How to Buy |
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VW-T4314HPPK | 1.4X Tele Conversion Lens with Low Chromatic Aberration (yields 646mm) for AG-HSC1U, AG-HMC70 and AG-HCK10 How to Buy |
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AG-MC200G | Unidirectional microphone (can be used with HVX200, DVX100/A/B; and AG-DVC30 if customer has an AG-MYA30G) How to Buy |
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MIC150 | Phantom Powered Electret Shotgun Mic for HMC150 & HMC40 (requires AG-MYA30G) How to Buy |
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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 |
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RPSDM04GU1K | 4GB "Class 4" SDHC Memory Card (up to 10MBps): 22/30/40/60/90 Minutes in AVCHD* * AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High-Definition) Mode (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) How to Buy |
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RPSDV08GU1K | 8GB "Class 6" SDHC Memory Card (up to 20MBps): 45/60/80/120/180 Minutes in AVCHD* * AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High-Definition) Mode (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) How to Buy |
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RPSDV16GU1K | 16GB "Class 6" SDHC Memory Card (up to 20MBps): 90/120/160/240/360 Minutes in AVCHD* * AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High-Definition) Mode (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) How to Buy |
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RPSDV32GU1K | 32GB "Class 6" SDHC Memory Card (up to 20MBps): 180/240/320/480/720 Minutes in AVCHD* * AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High-Definition) Mode (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) How to Buy |
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VW-T4314HPPK | 1.4X Tele Conversion Lens with Low Chromatic Aberration (yields 646mm) for AG-HSC1U, AG-HMC70 and AG-HCK10 How to Buy |
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VW-W4307HPPK | 0.7X Wide Angle Conversion Lens with Low Chromatic Aberration (yields 24mm) for AG-HSC1U, AG-HMC70 and AG-HCK10 How to Buy |
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AG-MYA30G | 2-Channel XLR Mic Adaptor How to Buy |
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