Panasonic AG-AC90E

Panasonic AG-AC90E

The Panasonic AG-AC90 AVCCAM Handheld Camcorder features 1/4.7" 3MOS sensors, with 2.19MP each, to capture Full HD 1920x1080 resolution video. Variable frame rates record HD video at 60p, 60i, 30p, and 24p. The camera's fixed lens has a 12x zoom ratio, up to f/1.5 brightness, a 35mm equivalent of 29.8-357.6mm and manual control rings for focus, zoom and iris. In addition, Nano Surface Coating works to reduce ghosting and flare.

The AG-AC90 has two SD card slots for expanded memory or simultaneous recording to both cards for an instant back-up. A five-axis image stabilizer improves stabilization for handheld shooting, and 4x pixel shifting technology helps to create a sharper image. An Intelligent 25x digital zoom function makes automatic adjustments of edge, gradation and detail.

Professional AVCCAM HD recording modes include PS mode, which records 1080/60p at 28 Mbps. Additionally, PH mode averages 21-24 Mbps, and HA mode clocks in at approximately 17 Mbps. Finally, for extended recording times, HE mode uses approximately 6 Mbps. The AG-AC90 is compatible with Panasonic's ultra high-speed UHS-1 series of memory cards, as well as SDXC and SDHC cards.

In addition to the built-in microphone, two XLR audio inputs provide an interface for professional grade, external microphones. Audio Channel 1 and Channel 2 feature individual level controls and input selection.

1/4.7" Full HD 2.19MP MOS Sensors

Three 1/4.7" sized MOS sensors - a configuration Panasonic calls 3MOS - featuring 2.19MP each. These sensors capture native Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution video.

Fixed Lens with 12x Zoom Ratio

The camera's fixed lens features up to f/1.5 brightness and produces an angle-of-view equal to 29.8-357.6mm on 35mm format. Nano Surface lens coating reduces ghosting and flare, and three manual control rings facilitate adjustments for focus, zoom and iris.

Variable Frame Rates

The AG-AC90 can record 1080 resolution at 60p, 60i, 30p and 24p; in addition to standard definition 480/60i in 60 Hz.

Dual SD Memory Card Slots

Two media card slots accept SD memory cards for expanded memory or simultaneous recording to both cards for an instant back-up. The AG-AC90 is compatible with Panasonic's ultra high-speed UHS-1 series of memory cards, as well as SDXC and SDHC cards.

Five-Axis OIS and Pixel Shifting

Five-Axis optical image stabilization makes for smoother handheld videos, and pixel shifting helps to create a sharper image.

Intelligent 25x Digital Zoom Function

An intelligent digital zoom achieves up to 25x seamless zooming. The digital zoom function is also available in 2, 5, and 10x zoom.

AVCCAM HD Recording Modes

The AG-AC90 utilizes the AVCHD format. Professional recording modes include PS mode (1080/60p at 28 Mbps), PH mode (21-24 Mbps), HA mode (approx. 17 Mbps) and HE mode (approx. 6 Mbps).

3MP Still Photographs

3MP still photographs can also be captured during video recording.

Versatile Recording Functions

Interval Recording captures one frame at a time in set intervals (1 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min). Pre Record prevents missed opportunities by storing about 3 seconds of video and audio data in temporary memory prior to pressing the Rec button. Record Check lets you check the end of the most recently recorded clip with one-touch ease, and Last Clip Delete provides one-touch delete of the most recently recorded clip.

XLR Input and Other Professional Audio Features

In addition to a built-in 5.1-channel surround sound mic, the AG-AC90 features 2-channel XLR audio input terminals for external mic use. Input (Mic/Line) can be selected for CH1/CH2 independently, and a 48 V phantom power supply (ON/OFF) and level control are provided.

Professional Interfaces and Design

Sensor

Sensor Type MOS (x3, with backside illumination)

Sensor Size 1/4.7"

Sensor Resolution 2.19 MP (2,190,00 effective pixels)

Minimum Illumination Approx. 3 lx (iA mode, auto slow shutter ON)

Lens

Focal Length 2.84 - 34.1 mm

35mm Equivalent Focal Length 29.8 - 357.6 mm

Zoom Ratio 12x optical

25x i.Zoom

2x,5x,10x digital zoom

Aperture Max: f/1.5

Optical Image Stabilization 5-Axis Hybrid OIS

Lens Coating Nano Surface Coating

Control Rings x3 (focus, zoom, iris)

Filter Thread 49 mm

Image Stabilization Optical (hybrid optical image stabilizer, active mode)

Recording Specifications

Signal System NTSC (60 Hz)

Video Format AVCHD version 2.0 compliant, AVCHD Progressive

Compression Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Audio: Dolby Digital (5.1ch/2 ch)

Still Picture: JPEG (based on Exif 2.2 standard)

Frame Rates HD 1080: 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p

SD 480: 60i

Recording Modes PS mode: approx. 28 Mbps (60p only)

PH mode: approx. 21-24 Mbps

HA mode: approx. 17 Mbps

HE mode: approx. 6 Mbps

Shutter Speed 60i/60p/30p: 1/30 to 1/2000 (auto slow shutter ON), 1/60 to 1/2000 (auto slow shutter OFF)

Note: at motion picture recording, manual mode

Audio Channels CH1, CH2

Audio Format Dolby Digital

Still Capture 3 MP still photographs (can be captured during video recording)

Interface

Recording Media SD Card Slot (x2, compatible with UHS-1 and SDXC/SDHC/SD memory cards)

Input/Outputs HDMI output (1080p/1080i/480p)

AV Multi output (D-connector, composite video and audio 2 channel)

USB connector

2.5mm remote terminal for zoom and REC START/STOP

3.5mm remote terminal for iris and focus

XLR audio input (x2, MIC/LINE/+48V selectable)

General Specifications

Displays Monitor: 3.5" LCD with 1,152 K dot resolution (rotates 270?) Viewfinder: 0.24" LCOS color EVF with 263 K dot resolution

Functions: focus assist, zebra, color bar

Supply Voltage DC 12V (when the AC adaptor is used)

DC 7.2V (when the battery is used)

Power Consumption 12.9 W

Operating Temperature 32 ~ 104? F (0 ~ 40? C)

Operating Humidity 10 - 80% (no condensation)

Dimensions 6.31 x 7.69 x 13.06" (160 x 195 x 350 mm)

Weight Main unit only: approx. 3.3 lb (1.50 kg)

With battery and an SD card: approx. 3.9 lb (1.78 kg)

Product Highlights

Three 1/4.7" Full HD 2.19MP MOS Sensors

Fixed Lens with f/1.5 and 12x Zoom Ratio

Native 1920x1080 60p, 60i, 30p and 24p

Nano Surface Lens Coating Reduces Flare

Dual SD Memory Card Slots

Five-Axis OIS Improves Handheld Shooting

Pixel Shifting Technology

Intelligent 25x Digital Zoom Function

AVCCAM HD Recording Modes

Two-Channel XLR Audio Inputs