Panasonic’s latest handheld camera is the first to feature the AVC-ULTRA codec
family, microP2 cards and wireless LAN connection. It also features a newly
designed, compact, 22x zoom lens that covers from wide 28mm to tele 616mm.
The lens includes three manual operation lens rings for zoom, focus and iris. The
AJ-PX270 comes with the new 1/3 type 3MOS image sensors, which achieve
sensitivity, low noise and 1920×1080 Full-HD resolution.
The camera offers a wide range of recording bit rates using the AVC-ULTRA
Codec family. AVC-Long G50/25 and AVC-Intra 100/50 codecs are provided as
standard, while visually lossless images can also be achieved with the optional
AVC-Intra200 codec. Low bit-rate needs are also provided for with AVC-Proxy,
which is suitable for network use.
The wireless connection allows tablet or smartphone linking via an optional
wireless module and the network function speeds up the broadcasting workflow
from shooting to on-air transmission.
The AJ-PX270 has two microP2 card slots. The microP2 card offers the same
reliability as the P2 and can be used without an adaptor. With the two card
slots, simultaneous recording onto two media cards is possible, allowing secure
back-up.
