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Panasonic AJ-PX380 P2 HD AVC-Ultra Camcorder

BH #PAAJPX380G • MFR #AJ-PX380G
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Panasonic AJ-PX380 P2 HD AVC-Ultra Camcorder
Key Features
  • Three 1/3" MOS Sensors 2.2MP Resolution
  • Full HD 1920 x 1080 up to 59.94p
  • Supports NTSC & PAL Frame Rates
  • Select AVC-Ultra Formats Recording
With advanced wireless and network functionality, the Panasonic AJ-PX380 P2 HD AVC-Ultra Camcorder is a full-featured 1/3" ENG-style video camera with an interchangeable lens system. Please note that this item only includes the camera body and does not include the lens or viewfinder. Suitable for newsgathering, the camera captures Full HD at up to 59.94p, recording to optional micro P2 cards and supporting a P2 card slot. Using codecs in the AVC-Ultra family allows you a choice of compression and data rate to suit your needs, and you can record proxy files on optional SD cards using the built-in SD media card slot.
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Panasonic AJ-PX380 Overview

With advanced wireless and network functionality, the Panasonic AJ-PX380 P2 HD AVC-Ultra Camcorder is a full-featured 1/3" ENG-style video camera with an interchangeable lens system. Please note that this item only includes the camera body and does not include the lens or viewfinder. Suitable for newsgathering, the camera captures Full HD at up to 59.94p, recording to optional micro P2 cards and supporting a P2 card slot. Using codecs in the AVC-Ultra family allows you a choice of compression and data rate to suit your needs, and you can record proxy files on optional SD cards using the built-in SD media card slot.

It features a 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and an HDMI output as well as a monitor output switchable between SD/HD and Composite. With both Genlock In and Timecode In/Out, the camera is suitable for multi-camera and single-camera news coverage. The camera comes ready to interface with your network via the built-in Ethernet connector. You can attach an optional USB dongle to the camera for wireless connectivity using Wi-Fi, 4G, or LTE. The camera features a variety of in camera image settings, including Flash Band compensation, which minimizes the effects of still photo camera flashes captured on video. The built-in Uni Slot accepts optional wireless audio recording.

1/3" Type Interchangeable Lenses
Compatible with 1/3"-type mount interchangeable lenses allows you to choose from a variety of 1/3"-type zoom lenses for broadcasting and other professional uses from third-party manufacturers.
Sensor
Featuring a 2.2-megapixel 1/3-type 3MOS image sensor, this advanced camera recorder achieves high F11 (59.94 Hz)/F12 (50 Hz) sensitivity and excellent picture quality.
NTSC & PAL Support
The camera is switchable between NTSC and PAL compatible recording.
HD/SD Multi Format/Multi Codec
The camera supports 59.94 Hz/50 Hz switching for convenient use in productions headed for global use, and records 1080/60i,* 50i, 24p,* 25p, 30p* and 720p HD/SD multiple format. DVCPRO HD/DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV recording is also supported.

Note: 60i, 60p, 24p, and 30p are actually 59.94i, 59.94p, 23.98p, and 29.97p
AVC-Ultra Codec Family
AVC-Intra: An intra-frame compression method that is highly suited to image production, AVC-Intra100/50.
AVC-LongG: An intra-frame compression method that is ideal for providing on-air content direct from the shooting location and for workflows that use content transferred over the internet. Three bit rates are available: AVC-LongG50/25/12 Mbps. AVC-LongG25 provide 10 bit/4:2:2 quality at a bit rate of approximately 25 Mbps
AVC-Proxy: Low-bit-rate, high-resolution, high-sound quality proxy video (Quick Time/H.264) includes metadata for efficient offline editing that can later be used to conform that original master files.
Dual MicroP2 Card Slots
Simul Rec: Records simultaneously onto two microP2 cards.
Dual-codec recording: Records a low-rate AVC-Proxy file while recording main data in AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG.
Hot-Swap Rec: You can hot-swap microP2 cards for continuous non-stop rec, replacing one card as it fills up.
P2 Card Slot
A single P2 card slot allows you to use P2 card, however, the P2 slot does not support using a P2 to microP2 card adapter.
24-Bit Four Channel Audio Recording
AVC-Intra and AVC-LongG modes support 24bit/48 kHz/4CH digital audio recording. Audio source for each channel can be selected for each channel, choosing from mic-in, line-in and wireless receiver.

Note: AVC-LongG12 mode does not support 24 bit digital audio recording. Audio can be played back by using 24-bit digital audio equipment.
USB Dongle Slot
Accepts optional 4G/LTE/Wi-Fi dongles providing wireless connectivity including file transfer and proxy streaming.
Wired/Wireless LAN Network Functions
  • Wired LAN, wireless LAN, and 4G/LTE connectivity. FTP server uploading and Streaming are supported.
  • Rec during Uploading, automatically uploads recorded clips to an FTP server or cloud server. Uploading is done in the background, and recording/playback continues during the transfer.
  • On-Air Streaming can also be conducted while recording. In addition to selecting from 800 kbps to 6 Mbps (Full-HD), a QoS (Quality of Service) mode is available for streaming. It automatically controls the bit rate and frame rate to match the network conditions, for stable streaming performance.
  • When connected by wireless LAN, recorded clips can be previewed and metadata can be checked and edited with a PC/Mac, smartphone or tablet device.
  • Downlable P2ROP App for iPad, enables an advanced wireless camera remote function.
UPC: 885170251861

Panasonic AJ-PX380 Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
B4
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 2.2 Megapixel
Image Sensor
1/3"-Type 3-Chip CMOS
Internal Recording Modes
AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/DV/DVCPRO
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
1280 x 720 at 25/50 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: microP2
Single Slot: P2
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
1 x BNC (SD-SDI) Input/Output
1 x HDMI Output
Battery Type
Gold Mount
Imaging
Lens Mount
B4
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 2.2 Megapixel
Image Sensor
1/3"-Type 3-Chip CMOS
Image Stabilization
No
Built-In ND Filter
Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Capture Type
Video Only
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed
1/2000 to 1/60 Second
1/2000 to 1/50 Second
1/1000 to 1/30 Second
1/1000 to 1/24 Second
1/1000 to 1/25 Second
Gain
0 to 18 dB (Native)
-3 to 36 dB (Expanded)
Shutter Angle
3 to 360° in 0.5° Increments
Internal Recording Modes
AVC-Intra/AVC-LongG/DV/DVCPRO
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
1280 x 720 at 25/50 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC/PAL
Built-In Microphone Type
No
Audio Recording
AVC-Intra: 4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz
AVC-Long: 4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz
AVC-Long:
IP Streaming
No
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: microP2
Single Slot: P2
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
1 x BNC (SD-SDI) Input/Output
1 x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
2 x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line (+48 V Phantom Power) Input
1 x XLR 3-Pin Microphone (+48 V Phantom Power) Input
Power I/O
1 x XLR 4-Pin (11 to 17VDC) Input
1 x XLR 4-Pin (11 to 17VDC at 1.5 A) Output
Other I/O
1 x BNC (Genlock) Input
1 x BNC (Timecode) Input/Output
1 x RJ45 (LAN) Input
Wireless
No
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
No
Monitor
Secondary Display
Side: Status Display
Viewfinder
Type
Optional, Not Included
Focus
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Manual Focus
General
Battery Type
Gold Mount
Power Consumption
19 W
Tripod Mounting Thread
No
Weight
6.2 lb / 2.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
10.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19 x 14.8 x 11.8"

Panasonic AJ-PX380 Reviews

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Can be connect in Laptop ??

Can be connect in Laptop ??
Asked by: JIPMERSTUDIO
This has an SDI output which can be connected to a capture device like the Magewell USB Capture SDI Gen 2, BH #MA32070. The Magewell product itself would then connect to a laptop through USB. https://bhpho.to/34VtE2h
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2020-11-03

is there a way to record audio to the same file ...

is there a way to record audio to the same file as Video? Right now the audio is in a separate folder and has to be linked by editor. Makes transferring files manually from card for specific news stories impossible. The whole card has to be copied.
Asked by: Samuel
The Panasonic AJ-PX380 P2 HD AVC-Ultra Camcorder uses the AVC-ULTRA format. Be sure to have the latest AVC-ULTRA software installed in your computer.. Make sure that you follow the software's instructions for downloading. We suspect if you are dragging and dropping, you are leaving invisible software that syncs the video and audio.
Answered by: Dennis A
Date published: 2022-05-06

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Is there a CCU unit available for this camera for use in a studio setting?
Asked by: Clayton
Yes there are. The AJ-PX380 is compatible with the Panasonic AG-EC4GPJ Extension Control Unit (B&H #PAAGEC4GPJ) and the AK-HRP200 Remote Operation Panel (B&H #PAAKHRP200GJ).
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Is there a way to extend the range of the SDI cables to greater than 300' when used with the CCU? Could a re-clocker be used on each side (paying attention to direction of signal) to boost the signal to achieve distances of 500'?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Datavideo VP-633 3G/HD/SD-SDI Repeater is a great option to consider, B&H #DAVP633. This offers re-clocking so you can send the signal up to an additional 328 feet. You will be able to achieve the distance needed with this device and pair of SDI cables that add up to 500 feet, such as B&H Numbers DACASDI30045 and CA56HSVB200.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Is there a recommended Monitor/tally and zoom/focus control for this camera?
Asked by: Clayton
The Panasonic BT-LH910GJ 9 LCD HDMI / SDI Field Monitor (Gold Mount) B&H # PABTLH910GJ is the basic OEM monitor for this camcorder. The Fujinon MS-01 Rear Zoom and Focus Lens Control Kit for ENG/EFP Lenses B&H # FUMS01 is the recommended zoom and focus set for this camcorder as well.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can you advise the specific range of the lens please ?
Asked by: Darren H.
This package will include the XT17x4.5 BRM 17X Fujinon Lens.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Can I connect wirelessly to a trickster
Asked by: AVHS D.
I believe you mean can you wirelessly connect to a TriCaster production switcher. The answer is yes you can. There are several options available. Please email us so that we may best assist you in selecting the right option for you. provideo@<a href= http://bhphoto.com target= _blank >bhphoto.com.</a>
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

I'm getting a time code on the screen (display screen and preview/program screen) when I go live on my on air application from the sdi out connection over an sdi cable. Why is this happening and how can I remove the time code from the on air live screen.
Asked by: Tanna B.
You will want to change the TC OUT setting in the VIDEO OUT MENU. Full details can be found here > http://bit.ly/2bvV1nW
Answered by: PanasonicUSA Panasonic Expert
Date published: 2018-08-26
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