Overview
The Pansonic AG-HMC151 is a handheld 3CCD Full HD camcorder which shoots onto SDHC cards. It features a host of professional features.
The AG-HMC151 has three 1/3-inch progressive CCD image sensors which produce stunning 1920 x 1080 resolution picture quality far exceeding older Long GOP formats like HDV. It's equipped with a high-performance wide-angle Leica Dicomar™ 13x zoom lens and records in a wide range of HD formats, making it well suited for all types of projects. With an exciting range of professional video and audio features and a compact, well-balanced design, the HMC151 is a "must have" for video professionals and enthusiasts looking for the best in affordable HD.
In Detail
Genuine UK Stock - Free 3 Year Extended Warranty
We are an authorised Panasonic dealer and all of our camcorders are genuine UK stock. This means that every AG-HMC151E purchased from Siren Technology is eligible for Panasonic's European AVCCAM 3 Year Warranty Program (3 Year Warranty = 1 Year Regular Warranty + FREE 2 Year Extended Warranty).
This FREE extended warranty also entitles registered HMC-151 owners to a Premium 5 Day turn around repair service.
Extra-Long Solid-State Recording
Forget minutes! With AVCHD technology and high-capacity SD memory cards, the HMC151 provides hours of beautiful high definition recordings at professional bitrates up to 21Mbps. And it's as easy to use as a digital still camera, with simple playback on many consumer devices and players, from computers and video game consoles to Blu-ray players and flat panel displays with SD card slots.
AVCHD is currently supported by variety of editing solutions including: Grass Valley EDIUS 5, Apple iMovie, Apple Final Cut Pro 6.0.1, Pinnacle Studio Plus 11, Nero7 Premium Reloaded, Ulead Video Studio 11 plus and DVD Movie Factory 6 Plus.
Stunning, full pixel HD resolution with these professional bitrate recording modes:
- PH - 21 Mpbs (1920x1080) -- Highest Quality Setting
- HA - 17 Mpbs (1920x1080)
- HG - 13 Mpbs (1920x1080)
- HE - 6 Mpbs (1440x1280) - Perfect for Long-form Recording
Key Features
- Extra-long record times - one 32GB SDHC card can hold up to 3 hours in the PH mode mode, 4 hours HA, 5.3 hours at HG mode and 12 hours in the HE mode
- Records in a full range of HD formats including 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 1080/24p; 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p
- 1/3" 3-CCD progressive image system with excellent sensitivity, superb colour reproduction and resolution
- Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) that ensures stable images, critical to high definition video display
- 13X 28mm to 368mm (35mm equivalent) Leica Dicomar™ wide-angle zoom lens
- Superb Manual & Auto focus
- In camera Waveform Monitor, Vectorscope and two Focus assist displays
- A host of advanced video functions like Cinelike Gamma and Dynamic Range Stretch (DRS)
- Professional level connections including HDMI out, Component Out (D Terminal), Composite Out and RCA Audio out jacks, XLR audio inputs, USB 2.0 for file transfer, remote control for Zoom, Iris, Focus, Start/Stop
- Features three neutral density filters and three user sets
- Two locking XLR inputs with switches for mic/line, +48V Phantom Power, Auto/Manual level, and internal/external assignment
- Useful time/date stamp feature for applications like legal depositions or surveillance
- Includes professional level assist functions like waveform monitor, vectorscope and two focus displays
- Variety of editing solutions (Render files to almost any format or media)
- Free downloadable AVCHD Transcoder for conversion to DVCPRO HD available at www.panasonic.com/avccam
- Built with a durable, die-cast magnesium chassis frame for reliable performance in tough environments
- Lightweight (under 6lbs.), handheld design similar to the popular AG-DVX100
Kit Contents
With Extended IDX Battery, Bag & 4 x 32GB Class 10 SDHC Cards (giving 9hrs recording at maximum quality).
The Panasonic AG-HMC151E kit includes;
- Mains adapter/charger & Mains Cable
- Standard 2640mAh battery pack (Approx 2hrs runtime)
- DC cable
- Wireless remote controller with button-type battery
- Microphone holder & bracket
- Eye cup
- Shoulder Strap
- Component video cable
- RCA-BNC conversion plugs
- Ferrite cores
- User Manual
- Warranty Registration Pack
- CD-ROM with Panasonic HD Writer Software
The following accessories are attached to the unit.
- Lens hood
- Lens cap
- XLR INPUT 1/2 terminal covers
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