The AG DVX100B is a 3-CCD miniDV camcorder allowing for 24P, 30P and 60i capture. The camera automatically uses a pulldown with the progressive frame rates, recording standard definition 29.97 to tape.
This camera is Panasonic's upgrade to the AG-DVX100A. All features of the DVX100A have been transferred to the DVX100B and a few more features have been added.
New Features Include:
- 16:9 Aspect Display Mode on EVF and LCD for distortion free Squeeze Mode or Anamorphic Display
- Higher resolution 235,000 pixel .44" BW/color switchable electronic viewfinder (EVF) with superimposed audio metering
- Higher resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5" LCD display with superimposed audio metering
- Scene files transfer over FireWire
- Time code transfers over Firewire
- Outstanding sensitivity of F11 @ 2000 lux
- Supports 480i/60 (NTSC), Cinema-style 480p/24fps, and 480p/30fps image capture
- Precision wide-angle Leica Dicomar lens with Servo/Manual Zoom (with stops & barrel markings)
- Auto/manual focus F1.6 with 72mm filter size and advanced optical image stabilization
- 2-channel XLR audio inputs with phantom power supply (+48V) and manual audio levels
- S-Video, Video & Stereo Audio IN and OUT
- Standard IEEE 1394 FireWire interface (in/out)
- Slow Shutter - 24P - 1/6, 1/12, 30P - 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 60i - 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30
- MOD (Minimum Object Distance) - 0.6 meter
