Panasonic AG-CX20 4K Ultra HD Compact Professional 24x Zoom Camcorder

The AG-CX20 is a lightweight memory card camcorder, weighing approximately 850g, that offers broadcast-quality imaging and exceptional portability. It supports extended 4K/60p recording, making it ideal for long-duration shoots. With a wide-angle 25mm lens (35mm film equivalent) and 24x optical zoom, it delivers high-quality video capture under a wide range of shooting conditions. Advanced features such as 4K High-precision AF and face detection/tracking AE & AF provide reliable support for smooth operation even in dynamic, fast-paced shooting environments.

The camcorder supports the broadcast-standard P2HD (MXF) file format, enabling simultaneous recording of main video with the AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG codec and proxy video with the AVC-Proxy G6 codec. It features internal 4:2:2 10-bit video recording and uses the High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) codec for efficient video compression. The AG-CX20 built-in wireless function can also perform HD live streaming by connecting to Wi-Fi.

The AG-CX20 brings innovation to the forefront of program production with its advanced features for on-site shoots and interviews, coupled with uncompromising video quality.

Broadcast-quality High-definition Imaging

High-sensitivity 1/2.5-type MOS sensor
Handles large 4K data at 60fps/50fps with high-speed readout, minimizing rolling shutter distortion when capturing moving subjects.

Wide-angle 25mm lens with 24x optical zoom
4-drive lens system supports 24x optical zoom, ranging from a wide-angle 25mm (35mm film equivalent) to a telephoto 600mm. i.ZOOM technology enabling up to 32x zoom in 4K and 48x in Full HD provides exceptional flexibility for shooting even in confined spaces.

4K High-precision Autofocus
Optimized for dynamic shooting conditions on location, this autofocus system prioritizes speed and tracking accuracy. The Micro-drive Focus unit ensures precise lens control for fast, smooth focusing. Sharp focus is reliably maintained even when subjects move from background to foreground.

Face Detection and Tracking AE/AF
Advanced Face Detection AE/AF automatically identifies and tracks human faces. Also, specific colors can be selected on the 3.5-inch touch LCD to enable Tracking AE/AF to follow people and other moving objects with increased accuracy.

5-axis Hybrid Stabilization
Five-axis Hybrid Stabilization corrects for camera shake in five axes: vertical, horizontal, and rotational. Using a gyro sensor that detects motion at 4,000 times per second, the stabilization engine delivers fast corrections. Combining optical and electronic stabilization, it ensures stable video when zooming in at high magnification and also when walking or shooting in low light.

Ball O.I.S
A ball-bearing mechanism reduces friction when the lens system drive unit operates. The lens moves smoothly when zooming and delicately compensates for shake caused by small vibrations.

Built-in ND Filter
The built-in ND filter (1/4, 1/16, 1/64, Clear) adjusts incoming light levels to suit the shooting environment. The filter can be used to prevent resolution loss caused by excessive aperture reduction (diffraction) and supports a wide aperture for sharp images with a shallow depth of field.

Efficient Heat Dissipation
The image sensor typically heats up significantly as it collects external light through the lens, and its temperature rises further during high-speed 4K/60p signal processing, so an advanced, highly efficient heat dissipation design is employed to maintain stable performance under such conditions.

Venus Engine
The Venus Engine features a new image processing system capable of rapidly handling large 4K/60p datasets for exceptional image quality. It also offers advanced image correction features to enhance creative video production. Internal recording supports resolutions up to 4K 29.97p and Full HD 59.94p in 4:2:2 10-bit.

HEVC 4:2:0 10-bit Recording
Using the highly efficient new HEVC codec, the camcorder supports high-bitrate recording, including: 200 Mbps LongGOP (59.94p, 4:2:0 10-bit, MOV), 150 Mbps LongGOP (29.97p, 4:2:0 10-bit, MOV), 100 Mbps LongGOP (59.94p, 4:2:0 10-bit, MOV/MP4), and 72 Mbps LongGOP (29.97p, 4:2:0 10-bit, MP4).

Multi-format Support
The camcorder supports a variety of formats and bitrates, including MOV and MP4 for streamlined editing workflows, as well as 720p AVCHD 8 Mbps (PM mode).

Proxy Recording Support
Proxy recording is possible with the AVC-Proxy G6 codec.

4:2:2 10-bit Internal Recording / HDMI Output
Internal recording on SD cards supports 4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP UHD 29.97p/25p (150 Mbps) and Full HD 59.94p/50p (100 Mbps). Enabling 10-bit recording activates 4K/60p 4:2:2 10-bit HDMI output, ideal for capturing high-quality video from external recorders.

Advanced File Management with MOV File System
Using the same system as Panasonic's AG-CX350, this camcorder automatically generates 20-character filenames for simplified clip management. It also maintains compatibility with traditional AVCHD recording formats.

Super Slow-motion Shooting
ICapture slow-motion video in Full HD mode at 120fps (59.94Hz) or 100fps (50Hz). The system supports 10-bit recording and delivers full-frame images without cropping, even at high frame rates. Autofocus remains active during super slow-motion shooting.

Infrared (IR) Shooting
The IR cut filter can be toggled ON/OFF and assigned to a user button. Disabling the filter allows shooting in low-light conditions using commercially available IR illuminators (recommended: 850nm IR illuminator).

16-axis Color Correction
The color phase can be divided into 16 axes for independent adjustment, making it ideal for multi-camera color matching and creative enhancements.

Enhanced Skin Tones
The Skin Detail function refines skin tones for a softer and more natural appearance, which is especially beneficial for close-up shots.

Edge Enhancement
Master Detail makes it possible to fine tune the edge sharpness of entire images.

Flexible Gamma
Select from eight gamma modes, including Cine-Like developed with Panasonic's expertise in VariCam cinema cameras and Film-Like for film-like gradation. The various modes offer a wide range of cinematic expression.

Save and Share Camera Settings
Shooting can be tailors to specific conditions using six professional-grade presets: Standard, Fluorescent Lighting, Spark, Still-like, Cinema-like with contrast, and Cinema-like with dynamic range. Settings can be customized and saved in the camcorder for future use.

Additional Shooting Assistance
• Flash band compensation (FBC)
• Shockless auto white balance
• Customizable matrix tables, including Cine-Like mode
• V-detail and detail coring
• Chroma level/phase, color temperature, and master pedestal controls
• Knee point configuration

Enhanced Mobility for Seamless Operation

High-definition LCD and OLED EVF
The 3.5-inch, 2.76-million-dot LCD monitor with touch functionality features an RGB pixel structure for excellent visibility even in bright sunlight. The 0.39-inch OLED viewfinder (1.77 million dots) has a tilt design and a large eyecup for added comfort. Both displays can operate simultaneously, allowing continuous monitoring on the LCD when stepping away from the EVF.

Selfie Mode
The LCD monitor rotates 180 degrees and displays touch icons for convenient operation, making it easy to check framing and expressions while shooting.

Dual Manual Rings
Two manual rings are included: one for focus adjustment and the other for zoom and iris control. The rings are different sizes and are located on the front and rear of the lens assembly, allowing them to be easily distinguished by touch.

Dual SD Card Slots
The camcorder uses compact SD cards with two available slots. For 4K recording, it enables relay and backup recording. For Full HD recording, slot 1 records specific scenes while slot 2 records continuously. This design reduces the risk of data loss when changing cards as well as ensures consistent recording.

Dual Codec Recording
The dual codec feature allows main and sub formats to be recorded simultaneously in different slots.

Background Recording
Slot 2 is used for continuous recording, while slot 1 can be used to record selected scenes by toggling REC On/Off.

Additional Recording Features

Pre-REC
Always caches video and audio data before recording begins: up to 10 seconds for AVCHD and FHD MOV/MP4 formats, up to 5 seconds for UHD MOV/MP4 formats, and up to 3 seconds for P2 formats. This allows critical moments to be captured even for delayed recording.

Interval Recording
Eight interval settings, from 1 second to 10 minutes, are provided for time-lapse recording.

Timestamp
Allows date and time stamps to be embedded directly into recorded video

Built-In LED Light
The built-in LED light provides 70 lux at a distance of 1 meter for effective illumination in low-light environments. Brightness can be adjusted from 30% to 100% using the dimmer dial on the handle.