Panasonic AK-HC3800 HD Studio Camera Body with 3x 2/3-Type 3CCD, 2.2MP, 1100 TV Lines Horizontal Resolution, F12 at 50Hz Sensitivity

Panasonic AK-HC3800 HD Studio Camera Body
If you’re looking for a studio camera with the flexibility to be adapted for field use, look to the Panasonic AK-HC3800. The HC3800 is equipped with three high-sensitivity, high-quality 2/3-type 2.2-megapixel CCDs, a high-precision 16 bit A/D image processing circuit and the latest generation 38-bit Digital Signal Processor (DSP). Compact and lightweight at only 8 lbs, it offers chromatic aberration compensation (CAC), scene file settings and a sophisticated implementation of Panasonic's exclusive dynamic range stretch (DRS). The HC3800 also features a 12-axis color matrix to offer camera operators control over hue and saturation of skin tones and individual colors.

Key Features

• Full 2/3" 3-CCDs with 2.2-million-pixel resolution
• 12-axis color correction, detail, skin tone detail and matrix adjustment
• An SD Memory Card can be used for firmware version updates
• Multi camera control
• Vertical smear level less than -130dB
• Switchable between 1080/59.94i and 1080/50i HD formats for worldwide use
• Digital Extender x2 magnification

For one of the most flexible studio camera systems available look no further than the Panasonic AK-HC3800 studio camera; offering a wealth of image controls and versatility to be used in-studio by an operator or remotely with the compact, 2.9-pound AK-HRP200 option; the HC3800 will keep up with all the demands from the broadcast booth.

From the Manufacturer

The Panasonic AK-HC3800 is an HD studio camera equipped with three high-sensitivity, high-quality 2/3-type 2.2-megapixel CCDs, a high-precision 16 bit A/D image processing circuit and the latest generation 38-bit Digital Signal Processor (DSP). Compact and lightweight at only 8 lbs, it offers chromatic aberration compensation (CAC), scene file settings and a sophisticated implementation of Panasonic's exclusive dynamic range stretch (DRS). The HC3800 achieves a high sensitivity of F11 at 59.94Hz (2, 000 lx) and an S/N ratio of 60dB. High definition formats can be switched to allow worldwide use at 1080/59.94i and 1080/50i. Output of 720/59.94p video will also be supported via a pre-NAB no-charge firmware upgrade. The newly-developed 16-bit A/D and 38-bit DSP utilize Spatial Offset Technology and an advanced single transfer system to provide a high resolution picture (1, 100 lines) with less moire and a vertical smear level less than -130dB.

The HC3800's DRS function simultaneously reduces blocked detail in shadow areas and blown highlights in scenes where extremely bright and dark objects coexist and its CAC function can compensate for chromatic aberration at the lens periphery. The low-profile head and low main body design are ergonomically designed for comfortable operation and provide an unobstructed view to the camera operator's right-hand side. The HC3800 is also equipped with a Film Rec Gamma function adapted from Panasonic's renowned VariCam models and a Scan Reverse function for cinema lens adaptors. Adding the AK-HCU200 camera control unit (CCU) and the AK-HRP200G remote operation panel (ROP) to the HC3800 creates a low cost, high quality studio camera system that delivers world-class uncompressed video and system control via optical fiber transmission. The new AK-HVF70G compact and lightweight 7" LCD viewfinder completes the basic studio camera system. The AK-HC3800 can be connected with SMPTE 311 hybrid fiber cables over a distance of approximately 1, 000 meters for transmission of uncompressed video, power, control and other functions.

The compact, 2.9-pound AK-HRP200 remote operation panel provides precise, rapid and comprehensive control of the HC3800's powerful capabilities. Currently, the HRP200 and HCU200 connect via optional serial cables (e.g. ROP-50M) at a distance of up to 50 meters. The free system firmware upgrade available before NAB 2013 will add IP control communication between ROP and HCU and will also permit the ROP to set-up and control Panasonic PTZ cameras such as the AW-HE120 via IP. Scene files, user files and lens files can be stored on and retrieved from SD-HC memory cards at both the HCU and HRP control panel. The AK-HVF70 seven-inch color LCD serves as an electronic viewfinder (EVF) and provides superb picture quality with SWVGA (1, 024 x 600 pixels) resolution. It includes as contrast, brightness and peaking adjustments and is equipped with three user assignable function switches. The compact EVF features a "Focus in Red" function, which highlights the edges of an object in red and a "Pixel-to-Pixel" function, which allows the inputted video to be displayed without resizing. Additional EVF options for the HC3800 include the two-inch HD monochrome, model AJ-HVF21KG and the one-inch, color LCD, model AJ-CVF100G.