Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card)
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The Panasonic AG-HPX170 is a handheld P2 HD camera which builds on the tradition and success of the AG-HVX200. The camera's enhanced sensor provides lower noise levels while increasing sensitivity in low-light situations. Unlike the AG-HVX200, the AG-HPX170 does not include a tape drive, opting for a lighter and more durable frame. In this case, "less" certainly means more: removal of the deck translates into a variety of extra features, including a 75mm lens with improved wide-angle capability, vectorscope, waveform monitor, HD-SDI output, a 6-Pin locking FireWire port, and 3 focus-assist modes.
Note! P2 Memory Card must be purchased separately.
- Good Things Come In Small Packages
- The AG-HPX170 feels much like the acclaimed AG-DVX100, as opposed to its more similar and larger cousin, the AG-HVX200. Reducing weight makes the camera easy to hold: at 4.2 lbs the camera is very comfortable on long shoots.
- Professional Camera Functions
- The AG-HPX170 comes equipped with a variety of professional features usually unheard of for a camera in its class. Features include an HD-SDI output for shooting uncompressed footage directly to a deck or computer. The camera also comes with a 6-pin locking FireWire port making it more robust and less prone to accidental yanks. Other functions include a waveform monitor, histogram, vector scope and delete-last-clip button.
- P2 Flash Memory Recording Storage
- P2 is a recording medium for professional systems. Since P2 cards use no drive mechanisms, they provide superior resistance to impact, vibration and temperature changes. There is currently a choice between 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB P2 cards. A 64GB card will record 64 minutes of the highest quality HD video, 160 minutes of 720p/24 frame video and over 3 hours of standard definition DVCPRO/DV video.
- Superior Quality Lens
- The 13x zoom lens system features 13 lens elements in 10 groups, including three aspherical lenses. Panasonic has reduced the front lens element from 67mm on the AG-HVX200 to 53.2mm on the AG-HPX170. The use of low-dispersion glass reduces color aberration while a multi-coating process minimizes flare and ghosting.
- Super Sensitive CCDs
- Each pixel has a large light-receiving area, giving this advanced 1/3" progressive CCD the kind of high sensitivity not available in previous compact HD cameras. This advanced CCD combines with a newly developed 14-bit digital signal processor (DSP) to achieve a balance of high resolution and high S/N ratio that rivals even the most sophisticated HD broadcasting cameras.
- Advanced Digital Signal Processor
- The AG-HPX170 advanced digital signal processor uses 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit inner processing to attain unprecedented accuracy. While the camera does not record 1080/60p, it is from this capture that all other signals are made. The DSP performs a variety of adjustments, including eight types of gamma settings, for each of the R, G and B channels. It also converts the signals to HD or SD format. With a performance equivalent to the processors used in many higher-end HD cameras, this DSP helps the camera deliver beautiful images in all video formats.
- DVCPRO HD Codec
- Using the DVCPRO HD codec recording system, the AG-HPX170 records HD video with outstanding image and audio quality onto a P2 card in file format. This codec, thanks to a low compression ratio at a video bit rate of 100 Mbps (1080/59.94i, 720/59.94p) and the easy-to-edit intraframe compression system, is suitable for recording fast-moving subjects with no motion artifacts other than motion blur. The 4:2:2 sampling rate minimizes jaggies at chroma edges and is advantageous in image and compositing. Sound quality is excellent too, thanks to DVCPRO HD's uncompressed 16-bit, 4-channel digital audio recording capability.
- VariCam Functions
- The AG-HPX170 inherits many of the functions of the popular VariCam which enhanced the production of movies and television programs. It has variable frame rate features that respond to fast and slow action. Its true 24p/30p progressive video, cine-like gamma curves, and cine-like color matrix capture images and scenes with much the same look and feel as footage from a film camera. All controls and system interfaces are designed to meet professional needs.
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- The optical image stabilization system ensures glass smooth images even with moderate shaking while shooting hand-held.
| Signal System |
NTSC 1080/60i, 30p, 24p 720/60p, 30p, 24p 480/60i, 30p, 24p |
| Image Device |
3-CCD, 1/3" 16:9 Native Aspect Chips |
| Lens |
Leica Dicomar 13x Zoom 3.9-51mm f/1.6-3.0 (35mm Equivalence 28-368mm) 72mm Filter Diameter |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Horizontal Resolution | 1080 Lines |
| Sensitivity | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Minimum Illumination | 3 lux |
| Built-in Filters | 1/4 ND, 1/16, 1/64 ND |
| LCD Monitor | 3.5", 210,000 Pixels |
| Viewfinder | 0.44" Color, 235,000 Pixels |
| Scan Matching |
Yes Different Ranges for Different Record Modes |
| Memory Card Slot |
(2) P2 Card Slots for Video (1) SD Memory Card Slot for Scene-File Sharing |
| Shutter Speed Range |
60i/60p mode (Preset) 1/60 (off), 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,1/2000s 30p/30pN mode 1/30, 1/50 (off), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000s 24p/24pA/24pN mode 1/24, 1/50 (off), 1/60, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 |
| Gain Selection | 0-18dB |
| Maximum Recording Time |
Using two 64GB P2 Cards: 128 minutes in DVCPRO HD 320 minutes in DVCPRO HD at 720/24p Native 256 minutes in DVCPRO50 512 minutes in DVCPRO/DV |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Audio Dynamic Range | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Audio Signal Format | 16 bit/48kHz Four Channels |
| Audio Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Input and Output Connectors |
Component Video: Video Terminal (x1 Output) Composite Video: RCA (x1 Output) HD/SD-SDI: BNC (x1 Output) Analog Audio L/R: 3-Pin XLR (x2 Input) Line: Pin-Jack (x1 Output) FireWire: 6-Pin Locking USB 2.0: MiniB Camera Remote: 2.5mm Super Mini (Zoom), 3.5mm Mini (Focus/Iris) |
| Power Requirements |
7.2VDC (with Battery) 7.9VDC (with AC Adapter) |
| Power Consumption |
10.9W (without LCD Monitor) 11.7W (with LCD monitor) 13.8W (Max) |
| Operating Temperature | 32-104°F (0-40°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 6.1 x 7.1 x 15.7" (15.4 x 18 x 39.7cm) |
| Weight |
Without P2 and Battery 4.2 lb (1.9kg) With P2 and Battery 5 lb (2.3kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 17 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Great picture quality (14)
- Easy to use (13)
- Image stabilization (11)
- Large clear LCD (9)
- Great sound (8)
Cons
- Limited zoom (6)
- Poor in low light (3)
Best Uses
- Documentaries (12)
- HD shooting (11)
- Movies/short films (9)
- Weddings (7)
- Low light (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro videographer (9), Semi-pro (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (15)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Camera!!!
Works well in low light... sd scene file programmable for slo-motion and fast-motion footage tweaking ability is nice. User friendly for PC with USB and/or locking firewire (nice). SDI out and...Read complete review
Works well in low light... sd scene file programmable for slo-motion and fast-motion footage tweaking ability is nice. User friendly for PC with USB and/or locking firewire (nice). SDI out and composite, very nice overall... like almost everything about this camera. Video format is MFX which can be used with high-end-editors like AVID and CS5. For Vegas Pro users, there is a 3rd party codec download that works nicely; and for pocket pinchers, this inconvenience can be easily overcome with DVFilm Maker ($45.00) -which converts MFX to MPG for more manageable prosumer editing. Converts 1.5 GB per minute; so, get a few external tet-and-a-halfs or more to help with the storage. Camera is very light, however, fairly sturdy -would not necessarily recommend using as a football, but pretty sure it can take a few dings here and there.
External XLR's take a minute to figure out and though the vol setting knobs are shielded (nice), wheel dials could have been a bit bigger -definitely not for fat-finger-usage. Menu-After-Menu allows for a week or so of reading if you're migrating from, say, Canon -as is common with any new vendor.
Overall good camera!!!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Great camcorder if you're not picky
I'm a filmmaker who started off making short, cinematic pieces with this very camera. The fixed ISO 500 gives an incredible amount of unwanted noise and I can only shoot in 720x1280 if I ...Read complete review
I'm a filmmaker who started off making short, cinematic pieces with this very camera. The fixed ISO 500 gives an incredible amount of unwanted noise and I can only shoot in 720x1280 if I want to keep it progressive. Needless to say, not ideal for cinema. However, I LOVE this camera's versatility when doing documentary shoots. The on-board mic gives decent sound as well.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
We use it everyday. It is a great Camera
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I like this camera because on how much it is like the HVX 200. The zoom is a little smaller. I shoot weddings and it is easy to do quick shots as well as detailed shots.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Film camera function
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
- True HD
- Variable frame rates
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
This is a wonderful camera with tons of features. The image stabilizer works great. Be careful of purchasing from unknowns who aren't BBB certified. There are a lot of companies selling Gray Market HPX175's as HPX170's. This product is an honest AG-HPX170J!B&H has great customer service and is certified by the Better Business Bureau...I would highly recommend purchasing from this company. One note: the P2 (mfx) files were a little difficult to work with but I found that Adobe Professional Premium CS5.5 will breeze through them...in Windows.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I use it/will use it on a daily basis, I have waited a long while to get the camera and I am happier then ever, I will use it for numerous things including live sports events :)
I love most things about it, the fact that you can stream directly to me laptop live is awesome, though you need a HD-SDI Express Card however I have one at my disposal. the thing I least like about it is the minimal zoom however its not the end of the world
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
As an indie filmmaker (specializing in the educational market), the incredible image, ease of use & array of shooting options made this a must-have. Veteran DVX users making the switch will think they've died & gone to Heaven! Buy it - NOW!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I have used Panasonic cameras for a number of years, and this model builds upon the best of previous models. Handling is intuitive, though the controls this model offers are very comprehensive. For critical shooting you will need an external monitor, as with most camcorders. This is my first tapeless camcorder, and I have been very pleased with the workflow. I also use the Panasonic unit with SSD for transferring video files in the field without bothering with a laptop, and that works very well.
Overall well designed, well constructed and versatile, with excellent image and sound quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
Straight forward controls, great documentation (includes a book about the camera which was very useful).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Legal video
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I have been using this camera since it was issued and it is exceptional for legal video applications. In addition to recording high quality video to P2 cards (two 64 GB P2 cards can record more than 9 hours of SD video), this camera downstreams a clean date/time stamp via the IEEE 1394 port. This permits you to capture to a fast media drive using a laptop and capture software such as Adobe On Location, or a FireStore (or both, using a DV repeater). I have used this camera in a variety of applications from legal video to event video and corporate video productions with outstanding results. This camera is an outstanding value for these applications. If you want even more firepower you can upgrade to the AG-HPX250, which is a few $ thousand more. While the low light capabilities of the HPX170 is an improvement over the HVX200 it could be better. Still, I give this camera a high rating for its consistently outstanding performance as a legal video, event and documentary camera.
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
Very easy to use.
Great overall performance
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I upgraded to the AG-HPX170 this year after shooting for two years with the HVX-200. The 170 is a wonderful camera and I don't miss the mini-dv tape capacity at all. The biggest improvement is the low-light performance. I no longer worry about having to blast subjects with light. The new focus assistant button now stays on as long as you need it to - another nice improvement.
I purchased my 170 in December 2010 and have used it on shoots in Cuba, Haiti and the Dominican Republic, often in harsh, rugged settings. The P2 Card system never fails.
If the AG-HPX170 had an interchangeable lens capability, I would be in heaven. Until then, I'll continue to use this reliable, rugged production tool as my main workhorse camera.
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
Well built, light weight, well balanced, and 20 different frame rate choices are just a few of the reasons this camera works so well for my company and the clients we use it for. Truly a high caliber machine worthy of use by any professional.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- 1080i not good for films
- ISO 500 noisy image
- Poor Image Quality
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I'm a filmmaker who started off making short, cinematic pieces with this very camera. The fixed ISO 500 gives an incredible amount of unwanted noise and I can only shoot in 720x1280 if I want to keep it progressive. Needless to say, not ideal for cinema. However, I LOVE this camera's versatility when doing documentary shoots. The on-board mic gives decent sound as well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
I use this camera for teaching, weddings, and recording live events. I previous had Panasonic AG-HVX200 and needed a second camera. AG-HPX170 does better in low light and weighs a lot less. Its much easier to use hand held. I wish it had a longer zoom like 18x or 20x.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
Good camera, easy to use and great picture quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
We use it to live stream on the internet. The 1080 P picture is great
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
Went from the HVX-200 to the 170. Very similar, but a few nice features like; better focus assist, delete last clip and faster lens. HD-SDI out is a plus and the headphone jack works all the time. Lighter in weight than the 200. P2 works great with AVID. Loved the 200's picture and the 170 is just as nice. My only complaint is that parts of the camera are cheaper than the 200. The P2 door feels like it could break at any moment. Decided on the 170 over the FS-100 because of P2.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- HD Shooting
- Indoors/Low Light
- Movies/Short Films
Comments about Panasonic AG-HPX170 P2HD Solid-State Camcorder (no P2 Card):
Works well in low light... sd scene file programmable for slo-motion and fast-motion footage tweaking ability is nice. User friendly for PC with USB and/or locking firewire (nice). SDI out and composite, very nice overall... like almost everything about this camera. Video format is MFX which can be used with high-end-editors like AVID and CS5. For Vegas Pro users, there is a 3rd party codec download that works nicely; and for pocket pinchers, this inconvenience can be easily overcome with DVFilm Maker ($45.00) -which converts MFX to MPG for more manageable prosumer editing. Converts 1.5 GB per minute; so, get a few external tet-and-a-halfs or more to help with the storage. Camera is very light, however, fairly sturdy -would not necessarily recommend using as a football, but pretty sure it can take a few dings here and there.
External XLR's take a minute to figure out and though the vol setting knobs are shielded (nice), wheel dials could have been a bit bigger -definitely not for fat-finger-usage. Menu-After-Menu allows for a week or so of reading if you're migrating from, say, Canon -as is common with any new vendor.
Overall good camera!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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External Microphones
Focus your sound with a high-quality microphone. Audio quality can make or break your video.
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Tripod & Stationary Supports
Stabilize the your footage and eliminate handheld fatigue with the support you need.
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What's in the Box
- Barry Green's HVX and HPX Book
- AC Adapter/Charger
- AC Cord
- DC Cord
- Eye Cup
- 5400mAh Battery Pack
- Wireless Remote
- Microphone Holder
- Shoulder Strap
- Ferrite Core
- Component Video Cable
- Pin-BNC Conversion Plug
- P2 Card Software Driver
- Installation CD-ROM
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1-Year Warranty (Upon Purchase)
5-Year Warranty (Once Registered)
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