Panasonic AG-DVX100
 Panasonic AG-DVX100B | |
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Maker | Panasonic |
| Type | Digital camcorder |
| Lens | |
| Lens mount | Fixed |
| Lens | Fixed zoom lens |
| Sensor/medium | |
| Sensor type | 3 × 1/3" CCDs |
| Recording medium | MiniDV tape |
The Panasonic AG-DVX100 is a discontinued video camera released by Panasonic on October 13, 2002. It is notable for being one of the first consumer-grade camcorders to record at 24 FPS, the frame rate of traditional film.[1][2]
The camera records onto MiniDV cassette tapes, among other standard formats[3], with the final model of the camera series released in 2005.[4]
In the Chinese market, model AG-DVC180B was sold as the lesser-known model and was functionally identical to the European version of the AG-DVC180E (PAL system).[5]
Technical specifications
The AG-DVX100 series uses a 3-CCD imaging system and records video at 24 frames per second using progressive scan. This method reduces motion artifacts compared to interlaced video. [6]
The original version records footage in a 4:3 aspect ratio. Later revisions added support for widescreen recording and improved monitoring features. All models use CCD sensors with 410,000 total pixels (approx. 380,000 effective). [7]
It supports 24P and 24PA recording modes using telecine pull-down methods (2:3 and 2:3:3:2), along with 30p and standard interlaced 60i (50i in PAL). The camera features "Cine-Gamma" profiles to approximate the tonal range of film.
Audio inputs include two professional-grade XLR ports. For video transfer, the device includes IEEE 1394 (FireWire), along with analog S-Video and RCA connections. Additional features include manual/servo zoom, handle-mounted zoom/record control for low-angle shots, and neutral density (ND) filters. [8]
The camera's built-in ND filters include ND1 (1/8 light reduction, ≈ 3 stops) and ND2 (1/64 light reduction, ≈ 6 stops), providing exposure control without changing shutter speed. [9]
Use in film and television
The AG-DVX100 was widely adopted by independent filmmakers, television producers, and documentary creators. Productions that used the DVX100 include:
- November (2004) [10]
- Murderball (2007) [Documentary][11]
- Iraq in Fragments (2006) [Documentary][12]
- The first five seasons of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia[13]
- The Puffy Chair (2005)[14]
- The Man From Earth (2007)[15]
- Urchin (2007)[16]
- Ghost Adventures[17] (pilot episode, using a variant with integrated lights)
References
- ^ "Panasonic AG-DVX100". www.mediacollege.com. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ^ TWiT Tech Podcast Network (2017-03-30). How 24 FPS Became Standard. Archived from the original on 2024-07-14. Retrieved 2025-04-13 – via YouTube.
{{cite AV media}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ "AG-DVX100B Professional Mini DV Camcorder Press Release". Panasonic Connect. 9 September 2005. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
- ^ "Panasonic Pro AV Press Release". Panasonic Connect. Panasonic Pro AV. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
- ^ "Panasonic Camcorder AG-DVC180B User manual". manualzz.com. Retrieved 2025-07-08.
- ^ Videomaker (2003-08-01). "Is 24P for Me?". Videomaker. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ "AG-DVX100 Specifications, General | Panasonic specification". ManualsDump. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ Videomaker (2004-08-01). "AG-DVX100A Mini DV Panasonic Digital Camcorder Review". Videomaker. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ Pansonic Operating Instructions https://www.csun.edu/sites/default/files/PANASONIC-OM_AG-DVX100B.pdf
- ^ "Lens Crafter". Filmmaker Magazine. Retrieved 12 August 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ TVTechnology (2005-10-19). "'Murderball' takes shape with Panasonic AG-DVX100A". TVTechnology. Retrieved 2022-08-23.
- ^ "Background – IRAQ IN FRAGMENTS". 6 January 2019.
- ^ Conan O'Brien (2023-05-01). "Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend". teamcoco.com/podcasts/conan-obrien-needs-a-friend (Podcast). Team Coco. Retrieved 2023-05-02.
- ^ "The Puffy Chair at Mumblecore.info". mumblecore.info. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
- ^ "The Man from Earth (2007) - Did You Know?". IMDb. Archived from the original on 2015-03-18. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ Urchin (2007). 2019-06-16. Retrieved 2025-07-21 – via shotonwhat.com.
- ^ "Ghost Adventures: Shooting Specters". American Cinematographer.