Panasonic AJ-PX5000G Review page 2

A High-Quality, Cost-Effective ENG Camera Recorder with
Versatile IT Support Backed by AVC-ULTRA*
New Dual Codec Recording*
Combining high-end image quality with cost-efficient operation, the AJ-PX5000G meets the new needs of broadcast
workflows for the networking age, and sets a new standard for ENG. In addition to conventional P2 card slots,
the AJ-PX5000G is the first camera recorder to offer microP2 card slots which dramatically reduce media costs.
Recording codecs start with AVC-Intra and include, again for the first time in a camera recorder, the AVC-LongG50/25
codecs with low-bit-rate operation and Full-HD 1920 x 1080, 4: 2: 2, 10 bit image quality. Even longer record time is
possible by using AVC-LongG12 (8 bit 4:2:0). Dual codec recording*
high-quality AVC-LongG6*
the AVC-Intra200 codec*
Featuring the newly developed 2.2-megapixel 2/3-type MOS image sensor, this advanced camera recorder achieves
high F12 (59.94 Hz)/F13 (50 Hz) sensitivity and excellent images with an S/N ratio of 62 dB. Also enabling progressive
full frame* 1080/60p*
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feature. Operation is also possible using AVC-Proxy*
input* 2 and playlist editing,*
contributing to a smoother ENG workflow based on networking and IT operation.
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and Network Function*
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2 codec (Full-HD 1920 x 1080), for breaking news. The AJ-PX5000G also supports
* for visually lossless images that approach the level of uncompressed master quality.
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and 1080/50p shooting, the AJ-PX5000G comes with 3G SDI/HDMI terminals as a standard
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*1: AVC-ULTRA is the name of Panasonic's professional video codec family. The AJ-PX5000G does not support all of the formats
included in the AVC-ULTRA family.
*2: Available in the near future.
*3: An optional function.
*4: 60p is actually recorded at 59.94 Hz.
*5: This will be available in the future.
The use of DCF Technologies is under license from Multi-Format, Inc.
Codecs, microP2 Card Slots,
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is also possible with low-bit-rate and
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images. A wired/wireless LAN connection enables metadata
allows proxy files to be transferred to a network server,
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