Panasonic AG-CX350 4K Camcorder

Before you delve into the world of professional videography, consider the Panasonic AG-CX350 4K Camcorder, a 1.0-type handheld device designed for 4K/HD production and live broadcasting. This lightweight camcorder, weighing just 4.2 lbs. (body only), is the lightest in its class, making it a convenient choice for on-the-go shooting in live events, IP Production, sports, and news gathering.The AG-CX350 is equipped with a 1.0-type MOS sensor, offering approximately 15.03-megapixels in UHD/FHD, ensuring exceptional depth-of-field and a perfect balance between image quality and sensitivity. It supports a variety of capture formats including UHD (3840x2160), Full HD (1920x1080), HD (1280x720), and SD (720x480), providing flexibility for different production needs.This camcorder stands out with its 4K 10-bit 60p capture, HDR recording, and integrated lens design. It also supports the RTMP/RTSP/RTP protocol for live streaming and is NDI | HX-ready for IP connection. The 10-bit 4:2:2 color sampling with ALL-Intra (400-Mbps) and LongGOP (150Mbps) can be recorded internally to cost-effective SD cards, making high-quality recording accessible and affordable.The AG-CX350 is the first handheld camcorder with in-camera NDI | HX compatibility (license purchase required), enabling high-quality IP video connectivity with live production switchers, including the Panasonic AV-HLC100 Stream Studio. It also features the RTMP function for video streaming to popular social platforms like Facebook Live and YouTube Live, making it an ideal choice for content creators and live event broadcasters.The CX350's integrated lens offers a wide angle of 24.5mm at the wide-angle setting with minimal distortion. The 20x optical zoom lens covers a range from 24.5mm to 490mm (35mm film equivalent at 4K/HD), and the Intelligent Zoom function extends this to 35x(HD) / 24x(4K). The 5-axis hand-shake correction combines optical and electronic image stabilization, ensuring a steady image even in unstable shooting conditions.The CX350 supports HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) for capturing a wider dynamic range, developed jointly by the BBC and NHK. It also offers Variable Frame Rate (VFR) recording from 1-fps to 60-fps (59.94Hz), and Super Slow motion at 120-fps/100-fps (59.94Hz, 50Hz) in FHD mode. Additional features include support for AVCHD, simultaneous SDI and HDMI output, two audio channels from the built-in stereo mic or two XLR audio inputs, and low power consumption at 17 W. Two toggle switches for GAIN and WHITE BALANCE are available, as well as two Accessory Shoes for added versatility. The CX350 is more than just a camcorder; it's a comprehensive tool for professional videography.