The
Panasonic AJ-SDC615 is a widescreen 2/3-Inch 3-CCD professional camcorder that finally puts broadcast quality and 16:9 recording at a reasonable price. The camera comes complete with a Firewire connection for digital transfers to a non-linear system. It also has convenience features normally found only in the highest priced broadcast cameras.
The Panasonic AJ-SDC615 is a widescreen 2/3-Inch 3-CCD professional camcorder that finally puts broadcast quality and 16:9 recording at a reasonable price. The camera comes complete with a Firewire connection for digital transfers to a non-linear system. It also has convenience features normally found only in the highest priced broadcast cameras. Three user programmable buttons gives immediate access to commonly used functions without scrolling through menu pages. There are 4 user scene files for direct recall of previously set picture-look settings. An ergonomically designed and lightweight rig makes this camera usable for many industrial and EFP shooters.
Key Features |
| Trickle-Down High Technology |
| With the advancement of CCD technology the AJ-SDC615 offers performance that used to cost as much as a down payment on a house. Even the fact that this camera uses 2/3-inch chips is a huge leap forward. A 12-bit processing circuit in the DSP offers great custom picture possibilities. |
| 12-Bit Digital Processing Circuit |
| The DSP circuit features 12-bit A/D conversion and 12-axis matrix color correction. This achieves better overall picture quality with finer gradation and improved color expression. It also allows correction in specific color regions without changing the overall color tone. |
| User Scene Files |
| The camera has internal memory specifically for special picture and menu settings that can be recalled at any time. It could be used when a camera is used by multiple operators. It also comes in handy when production takes the shoot back and forth among several lighting situations or with scenes and talent with specific video-look requirements. |
| Digital Recording Quality |
| The AJ-SDC615 records a full 66 minutes of pictures and sound on a single medium-size tape (AJ-P66MP). Quality is superb thanks to the 5.75-MHz video bandwidth (Y) and 2-channel PCM sound. The AJ-SDC615 also adds advanced error correction features to assure excellent reliability. |
| Digital Zoom |
| This support function lets you digitally zoom the image to two times its normal size. News shooters can use this feature to more easily interpret the scene and capture the important details. |
| Interval Recording Time Lapse Creativity |
| The interval recording function (minimum interval 2 seconds) is ideal for time lapse recording, such as in environmental, scientific or industrial applications calling for observation or surveillance. You can also watch a an entire lifespan of a flower in minutes or seconds. |
TECH DATA
Signal System | NTSC, 30 frames, 60 interlaced fields per second |
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Image Device | 2/3-Inch 3-CCD
4:3 and 16:9 Switchable |
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 63 dB |
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Horizontal Resolution | 750 Lines |
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Sensitivity | f/13 @ 2000 Lux |
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Minimum Illumination | 0.01 Lux with f/1.4 with Maximum Gain |
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Vertical Smear | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
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Built-in Filters | Single Stage
Tungsten, Daylight, Daylight ND |
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LCD Monitor | None |
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Speaker | Yes |
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Viewfinder | Optional |
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Microphone | Yes |
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Scan Matching | 60.3 to 249.7 Seconds |
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Memory Card Slot | Yes |
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Shutter Speed Range | 1/100 to 1/2000 Seconds |
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Gain Selection | 3 dB to 30 dB
30 dB to 48 dB Super Gain
6 dB to 20 dB Digital Super Gain
(Super and Digital Super Gain can be used together) |
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VTR Section | - |
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Format | DVCPRO 25 |
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Tape Speed | 33.820 mm/second |
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
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Maximum Recording Time | 66 Minutes with DVCPRO Medium Size Cassette |
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Audio Dynamic Range | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
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Audio Signal Format | 16 bit/48kHz |
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Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
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Signal to Noise Ratio | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
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Input and Output Connectors | Composite Video- BNC (x 2 output)
Firewire- 6-Pin (x 1)
Genlock- BNC (x 1 input)
Timecode- BNC (x 1 input, 1 output)
Audio- XLR (x 2 input, Balanced/Line switchable)
Audio- 5-Pin XLR (x 1 output, Balanced, 2 channel switchable, mixable)
Headphone- Mini Stereo (x 1)
Remote Control- 6-Pin (x 1 output)
DC Power- 2-Pin PowerTap (x 1)
DC Power- 4-Pin XLR (x 1 input) |
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Power Requirements | 12 Volts DC |
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Power Consumption | 25 Watts |
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Operating Temperature | 41 to 104 F
5 to 40 C |
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Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.1 x 8.1 x 12.2 Inches
129 x 204 x 313 mm |
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Weight | 9 Lbs
4.1 kg |
