Industry's Widest-Angle 24mm^*1 and Optical 20x Zoom (AG-UX180)
Panasonic Introduces the New UX Series of Professional 4K Camcorders with 1-inch MOS Sensor
Expanding the Lineup of 4K Camcorders for the Professional Video Markets

Osaka (September 07, 2016)

Product name	4K Memory Card Camcorders
Model number	AG-UX180	AG-UX90
Release date	December 2016	November 2016

Panasonic introduces two models in the UX Series of professional 4K camcorders. The UX Series is the successor to Panasonic's AVCCAM Series of professional AVCHD camcorders. Given the increasing demand for 4K video content, the UX Series is designed to facilitate the upward shift to 4K for professional image production. The UX series offer specifications, functions and designs that provide the same level of mobility, operability and workflow tracking ability as conventional HD handheld camcorders.

The AG-UX180 premium model features the industry's widest-angle 24mm^*1 (at 4K/FHD) and optical 20x zoom, and supports 4K 24p, UHD 60p/50p, FHD 60p/50p recording, 120fps/100fps HD super slow, dual codec recording (UHD^*2/FHD), IR recording in dark places, 3G-SDI output, and TC PRESET input/output. The AG-UX90 standard model offers wide-angle 24.5mm (at FHD) and optical 15x zoom, and supports UHD 30p and FHD 60p recording.

In September 2015, Panasonic released the AG-DVX200 integrated-lens, 4K/60p^*3 camcorder with a 4/3-inch large-format sensor. With its large sensor, the AG-DVX200 is positioned at the high end of the DVX 4K Series of handheld camcorders for the image production market. Panasonic is also shipping its flagship CINEMA VARICAM Series for HDR image production in 4K resolution. Adding the new UX Series will further enhance the company's broad lineup of 4K camcorders,^*4 ranging from high-end to the popularly priced.

In the broadcast equipment exhibition "IBC2016" taking place in Netherlands Amsterdam, Panasonic displays these models from Fri., September 9, 2016 to Tue., September 13.

*1: Equivalent to 35mm under 4K 24p (aspect ratio of 17:9) Wide angle 24mm is the widest in the industry for a camcorder with integrated lens. (As of September 2016, according to Panasonic survey.)
*2: UHD 60p not supported.
*3: Actual recording is UHD (3840 x 2160) 59.94p/50p.
*4: Three models of professional-use camcorders have been released as of September 2016: VARICAM 35, VARICAM LT, and the AG-DVX200. Release of the AG-UX180 and AG-UX90 will expand the lineup to five models.
* With regard to "24p" and "60p" other than that included in "4K 24p" in the above text, images are actually recorded at 23.98p and 59.94p, respectively.

Major Features of the AG-UX180 Premium Model

Newly Developed, Industry's Widest-Angle 24mm^*1 and Optical 20x Zoom Lens

• The 4 Drive Lens System has achieved up to a 24mm wide angle and optical 20x zoom in a handheld camcorder with 1.0-inch (effective size) sensor.
• The Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) with a correction range expansion of approximately 900%^*2 enables stable handheld shooting.
• The Micro Drive Focus Unit offers a high-speed auto focus function with excellent tracking performance and improved stability in 4K shooting.

1.0-inch (Effective Size) MOS Sensor for High-Precision, High-Speed 4K 60p/50p^*3 Recording

• The 1.0-inch (effective size) MOS Sensor (approx. 9,460,000 pixels in 4K 24p,^*4 and approx. 8,790,000 pixels in UHD/FHD) offers an outstanding depth of field and excellent balance between image quality and sensitivity.
• 4K 24p, UHD 60p/50p, FHD 60p/50p multi-format recording, HD 120 fps (59.94 Hz)/100 fps (50Hz) super slow-motion recording, FHD VFR recording (from 2 fps to 60 fps at 59.94Hz, from 2 fps to 50 fps at 50Hz) and IR (infrared) shooting in dark places are available.
• Two SD memory card slots^*5 are provided to enable relay/simultaneous/backup recording for enhanced reliability, and also support UHD/FHD dual codec recording for a more efficient workflow.

Broadcast Quality Capabilities Such as 16-axis Color Correction and 3G-SDI Output

• Image adjustment functions of broadcast quality level include 16-axis color correction, skin detail, master detail, 8-mode gamma and scene files.
• Three manual rings, focus assist, user buttons, 3.5-type Touch-panel LCD, 0.39-type OLED viewfinder and other controls are specially designed to satisfy professional users. Also, with the use of the wireless module (optional AJ-WM50 or AJ-WM30), wireless remote control of the AG-UX180 would also be possible with the AG ROP app^*6 for iPad.
• Equipped with professional interfaces, such as 3G-SDI output, XLR audio input, TC PRESET input/output, HDMI output and wired remote control.

*1: Equivalent to 35mm under 4K 24p (aspect ratio of 17:9). Wide angle 24mm is the widest in the industry for a camcorder with integrated lens. (As of September 2016, according to a Panasonic survey.)
*2: Comparison with the AG-AC160A. (Excluding the 4K 24p mode.)
*3: Actual recording is UHD (3840 x 2160) 59.94p/50p.
*4: At 4K 24p (aspect ratio 17:9)
*5: Video-shooting at 100 Mbps or higher requires an SD Card compatible with UHS Speed Class 3 (U3).
*6: The AG ROP app is available free of charge from the Apple App Store.
* With regard to "24p" and "60p" other than that included in "4K 24p" in the above text, images are actually recorded at 23.98p and 59.94p, respectively

Major Features of the AG-UX90 Standard Model
*There are a 59.94-Hz area model and a 50.00-Hz area model in this product.

Newly Developed, Wide-Angle 24.5mm^*1 and Optical 15x Zoom Lens

• The 4-Drive Lens System has achieved up to a wide 24.5mm^*1 angle and optical 15x zoom in a handheld camcorder with 1.0-inch sensor.
• The Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) with a correction range expansion of approximately 900%^*2 enables stable handheld shooting.
• The Micro Drive Focus Unit offers a high-speed auto focus function with excellent tracking performance and improved stability in 4K shooting.

1.0-inch MOS Sensor for High-Precision, UHD 30p or 25p and FHD 60p or 50p Recording

• The 1.0-inch MOS sensor provides an outstanding depth of field and excellent balance between image quality and sensitivity. High-resolution recording is possible in UHD (3840x2160) 30p/25p mode.
• Professional, high-end image recording is possible in FHD (1920x1080) 60p/50p mode with a 50-Mbps bit rate.
• Two SD memory card slots^*3 are provided to enable relay/simultaneous recording for enhanced reliability.

Professional Designs Such as Three Manual Rings and XLR Audio Inputs

• Three manual rings, focus assist, user buttons, 3.5-type Touch-panel LCD, 0.24-type LCD viewfinder and other controls are specially designed to satisfy professional users. The AG ROP app*4 for iPad enables wireless remote control of the AG-UX90 with installation of a wireless module (optional AJ-WM50 or AJ-WM30).
• Professional image adjustment functions include skin detail, master detail, 8-mode gamma and scene files.
• Equipped with professional interfaces, such as XLR audio input, HDMI output and wired remote control.

*1: 35mm film camera equivalent in FHD mode. 35.4mm in UHD mode.
*2: Compared with the AG-AC160A.
*3: Video shooting at 100 Mbps or higher requires an SD Card compatible with UHS Speed Class 3 (U3).
*4: The AG ROP app is available free of charge from the Apple App Store.
* With regard to "30p" and "60p" in the above text, images are actually recorded at 29.97p and 59.94p, respectively.

For more information on Panasonic's range of Broadcast and ProAV products, please visit:
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/4k_camcorder/ag-ux180/index.html
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/4k_camcorder/ag-ux90e/index.html
https://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/4k_camcorder/ag-ux90p/index.html