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PANASONIC SHIPS COMPACT AK-HC1800N 2/3" 2.2-MEGAPIXEL
MULTI-PURPOSE HD CAMERA
April 9, 2008
Source: Panasonic
Panasonic announced the availability of
its premium quality compact AK-HC1800N HD multi-purpose camera.
Designed with the latest advancements in advanced image processing
technology and control, the HC1800N delivers the highest quality
full HD video possible in a versatile convertible camera.
The 2/3" 2.2-megapixel 3-CCD HC1800N is a superior solution
for high-end production in a variety of applications. The
camera's native 1920x1080 resolution is reinforced by an advanced
single-channel transfer system and spatial offset processing
features that reduce aliasing and provides superior resolution.
The full 2/3"camera offers extraordinary low light sensitivity
(F10 at 2000 lx), an infinitesimal smear level of -130dB and
a modulation factor of more than 45%, so images are impressively
crisp, accurate and noise-free.
The HC1800N is ideal for a range of applications from robotic
systems for news, traffic or reality television broadcasts,
to large venue image magnification for concerts or in houses
of worship, to use in special rigs for sports such as a goalpost
or goalie cam. The camera provides users with precise image
adjustments and control functions for unparalleled creative
flexibility, including Panasonic's exclusive digital signal
processor (DSP) technology with a 12-axis color matrix that
allows for fine adjustments of hue and saturation. For remote
or tower applications, users can activate the camera's "intelligent"
function, which automatically adjusts image level and color
temperature settings - such as iris control, variable gain
and ND filters - according to changes in the environment.
Other valuable features include advanced color enhancing gamma
functions including CineGamma™ curve, which reproduces
images that match the look of film, as well as a Dynamic Range
Stretch (DRS) function that greatly improves results when
shooting high contrast scenes with varying degrees of illumination.
The compact, 3.3-pound camera unit comes equipped with a standard
HD-SDI output for flexible operation in remote studio production,
sports and tower camera applications. It also features genlock,
a mini 15-pin connector for control and power, tally function,
iris and zoom/focus controls, motor driven optical filters
(Clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, 1/64ND), DC 12V operation and a low
power consumption of 12 watts.
The HC1800N is compatible with Panasonic's comprehensive line
of high performance indoor/outdoor pan-tilt systems, including
the AW-PH400, AW-PH405, the AW-PH650 outdoor pan/tilt head,
pan-tilt controllers and camera control units.
The AK-HC1800N is available now at a suggested list price
of $28,000.
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