Panasonic's latest introduction to its popular AVCCAM
line, the AG-HMC40 handheld, combines full HD AVCHD video recording
with high-resolution 10.6-megapixel still photo capture, giving you the
benefits of two professional cameras in one affordable package. Compact
and lightweight at 2.16-pounds, the HMC40 is a versatile HD camcorder
offering high-quality AVCHD recordings, high-resolution still photo
capture, an easy-to-use SD card workflow, and professional audio
capabilities for a wide range of applications and markets including
schools, government agencies, event videographers, web designers and
more.
[GENERAL]
Power Supply: DC7.2V (using with battery), 7.3V (using with AC adapter)
Power Consumption: 7.8 W (max., when the AG-MYA30G XLR microphone adapter is connected)
5.8 W (in standalone condition)
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Operating Humidity: 10% to 80% (No condensation)
Weight: Approx. 2.16 lb. (Approx. 0.98 kg) camcorder only
Approx. 3.08 lb. (Approx. 1.4 kg) including SD memory cards, supplied battery,
microphone and XLR adapter
Dimensions (W x H x D): 5-11/32 x 5-5/16 x 11-31/32 inches (136 × 135 × 304 mm) excluding the projection part
[CAMERA]
Pick-up Device: 3MOS (1/4.1-inch progressive modes supported)
Picture Elements: Total: Approx. 3.05 megapixels×3
Effective (video): Approx. 2.51 megapixels×3 (16:9)
Effective (still image): Approx. 2.32 megapixels×3 (4:3),
Approx. 2.65 megapixels×3 (3:2), Approx. 2.51 megapixels×3 (16:9)
Lens: LEICA DICOMAR lens with optical image stabilizer, motorized/manual mode switching,
12× zoom, F1.8 to 2.8 (f=4.0mm to 48mm),
35mm equivalent (video): 40.8mm to 490mm (16:9)
35mm equivalent (still image): 41.3mm to 496mm (3:2),
40.8mm to 490mm (16:9), 45.0mm to 540mm (4:3)
Optical Color Separation: Prism system
ND Filter: Auto On/Off by IRIS
Minimum shooting distance: 35.43 inches (0.9 m)
Gain Selection: <Motion Image> 0 dB to +24 dB (Variable in 1-dB steps;
USER button allocation; up to +34 dB using the High Gain setting)
<Still Image> 0 dB to +18 dB (Variable in 1-dB steps)
Shutter Speed: <Motion Image> 60i/60p mode: 1/60 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (7 steps)
30p mode: 1/30 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (8 steps)
24p mode: 1/24 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (8 steps)
<Still Image> 1/2 sec. to 1/2000 sec. (16 steps)
(Preset)
Shutter Speed: 60i/60p mode: 1/60.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec.
(Synchro Scan) 30p mode: 1/30.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec. 24p mode: 1/24.0 sec. to 1/250.0 sec.
Slow Shutter Speed: 60i/60p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/4 sec., 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec., 1/30 sec.
30p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/4 sec., 1/8 sec., 1/15 sec.
24p mode: 1/2 sec., 1/3 sec., 1/6 sec., 1/12 sec.
Minimum Luminance: Approx. 1 lx (Gain: +34 dB, Slow Shutter: 1/2 sec.)
Digital Zoom: 2x/5x/10x (Assigned to the USER button, only available for 1080/60i, 720/60p)
Filter Diameter: 43 mm
[Video Recording]
Recording Format: AVCHD
Compression Method: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Interval REC*2: 1 sec. / 10 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 2 min. / OFF
SD Memory Card: Max. recordable clips per card: 900
(after formatting, without removing/inserting the card)
Max. playable clips: 1,000 (up to 1,000 clips displayed)
Thumbnail View: Selectable from 20 frames/page, 9 frames/page, and 1 frame/page
Editing Functions: Delete, write-protect
Formatting Function: Yes
Recording Media*1: SD Memory Card : 512MB, 1GB, 2GB (FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory Card : 4GB, 6GB, 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, 32GB (FAT32)
Recording Video
Format:
PH mode: 1080/60i, 1080/30p (over 60i), 1080/24p (native),
720/60p, 720/30p (over 60p) and 720/24p (native)
HA, HG and HE mode: 1080/60i only
Transmission Rate: PH mode: Approx. 21 Mbps (VBR, Max. 24 Mbps)
HA mode: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR), HG mode: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)
HE mode: Approx. 6 Mbps
[Video System]
Video Signals: 1080/60i, 720/60p
HDMI Output: HDMI x 1 (HDMI Type A terminal), 1080/60i, 720/60p, 480/60p
(Not compatible with VIERA Link)
Component Output: Mini-D x 1, Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, PB/PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75Ω
A/V Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
[Audio System]
[Still Picture]
Compression Method: JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2 standard), DPOF
Recording Media: SD Memory Card: 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB,
512MB, 1GB, 2GB (FAT12, FAT16)
SDHC Memory Card: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, 32GB (FAT32)
Recording Pixels: [4:3] 9 megapixels / 8 megapixels / 5 megapixels / 0.3 megapixels
[3:2] 10.6 megapixels / 7 megapixels / 4.5 megapixels
[16:9] 10 megapixels / 6 megapixels / 3.5 megapixels
Quality: Fine/Normal
Flach Function: No
Number of Recordable
Still Pictures*3 (approx.):
[4:3] 6030 (9M 3520 x 2640 pixels)*4
[3:2] 5300 (10.6M 3984 x 2656 pixels)*4
[16:9] 5580 (10M 4224 x 2376 pixels)*4
Compression Method: Recording/Playback: Dolby Digital/2 ch
Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz
Quantization: 16 bit
Compression Bit-rate: PH mode: 384 kbps, HA, HG and HE mode: 256 kbps
[Audio IN/OUT]
XLR Input: Exclusive terminal for AG-MYA30G
Internal Microphone: Stereo microphone
A/V Output: Output: 316 mV, 600 Ω, 2 ch
HDMI Output: 2 ch (Linear PCM), 5.1 ch (Dolby Digital)
Headphone: Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) x 1
Built-in Speaker: 20 mm (round) x 1
External Microphone
Input:
-70 dBV (Mic sensitivity: -50 dB equivalent, 0 dB=1 V/Pa 1 kHz)
Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm diameter) (Not compatible with plug-in power microphone)
[Other Connectors]
USB: Type mini B connector (compliant with USB ver. 2.0)
Camera Remote: Super mini jack (2.5mm diameter) x 1, for zoom and rec start/stop operations
Mini jack (3.5mm diameter) x 1, for focus and iris controls
[Monitor]
LCD Monitor: 2.7 inches, wide LCD color monitor, Approx. 230,000 pixels
Viewfinder: 0.26 inches, wide LCD color viewfinder, Approx. 113,000 pixels
[Standard Accessories]
AC adapter/charger, 2640mAh battery pack (secure type), AC cable, DC cable (catch type),
Wireless remote controller with button-type battery, Eye cup, Shoulder Belt,
Component video cable, AV cable, PIN-BNC conversion plugs, Handle, Touch pen, CD-ROM,
AVCCAM Restorer (Windows PC/Mac)
The following accessories are attached to the unit. Lens hood cap and XLR adapter terminal cover
* AC Adapter/Charger
* 2640 mAh Battery Pack
* AC Cable
* DC Cable
* Wireless Remote Controller
* Eye Cup
* Shoulder Belt
* Component Video Cable
* AV Cable
* PIN-BNC Conversion Plug
* Handle
* Touch Pad
* CD-ROM
* AVCCAM Restorer
* 3-Year Warranty
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