4K CINELIVE Studio Camera with PL Mount

AK-PLV100GSJ

4K PL-mount Studio Camera for Live Cinematic Video with Shallow Depth of Field

Key features

Equipped with a large format, 5.7K Super 35mm sensor and PL Lens mount to accommodate cinema lenses for a shallow-depth look.

Capture frame rate is switchable to Cinematic 24p/30p on 60p system, so can easily switch between a 24p/30p look and a standard broadcast 60p look.

Outputs SMPTE ST2110* video directly from its camera head and merely requires an optical-fiber connection for return input, intercom input/output, PTP synchronization, trunk out, and tally input.*Future support planned

Compatibility with Panasonic's 2/3-inch studio-camera system equipment allows the use of CCUs(UCU600 and HCU250), ROPs (HRP1010 and HRP1015) and other accessories.

V-LOG output* for wide dynamic range and rich color gamut, along with Dual Native ISO* for superb low-light performance

AK-PLV100: Key features, workflows and applications

The AK-PLV100GJ 4K studio camera, designed to help production teams make their content more exciting and engaging.

Large Format Sensor and PL Mount for Various Expression

With a Super 35mm 5.7K MOS sensor and PL mount, inherited from the VariCam camera, Panasonic is bringing its pioneering experience of cine live technology to its studio camera line-up - enabling powerfully expressive video with a shallow depth of field to bring it closer to the director’s intention.

Simple IP-based live production without CCU

To support production studios moving towards more connected, IP-based workflows, the camera features SMPTE ST 2110 compatibility. This enables more streamlined connection to the KAIROS IT/IP platform (released in May 2020), which gives professionals unlimited control to deliver rich content to multiple screens and streams.

SMPTE ST 2110 input/output will be possible directly from the AK-PLV100GJ camera head without connecting to a CCU*, enabling IP-based live production with just the camera, doing away with the need for complicated systems. It’s also possible to output 12G-SDI signals directly from the camera head, allowing for flexible system construction and wide-ranging operations.

Camera head can be switched anytime

The camera head is fully compatible with the accessories for Panasonic’s 2/3-inch studio-camera line-up. By simply replacing the existing camera head with the AK-PLV100GJ, cinematic video can be created with the existing CCU (AK-UCU600 or AK-HCU250).

^{*Future upgrade}

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Specifications table

General
Weight	Approx. 4.2 kg (9.26 lbs.) (body only, excluding the accessories)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Body only 151 mm x 267 mm x 389 mm (5-31/32 inches x 10-17/32 inches x 15-11/32 inches) (excluding protrusions)
Operating Temperature	-10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F) (Preheating required under a temperature 0°C (32 °F) or below)
Operating Humidity	85% or less (relative humidity)
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Power Supply	DC 12 V (when using an external power supply) DC 190 V (when AK-HCU250PSJ/HCU250ESJ is connected) AC 240 V (when AK-UCU600PSJ/ UCU600ESJ is connected)
Lens Mount	35mm PL Mount

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Accessories & Software

Studio Camera Accessories

AK-HVF75

17.8 cm (7 inches) LCD Color Viewfinder

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Key Features
Wide Angle of View Horizontal : 176 degree Vertical : 176 degree
Brightness: 400cs/m2
Contrast: 800:1
Camera Menu Control from View Finder
Tally Color: Red, Green, Yellow is available

Studio Camera Accessories

AJ-CVF70GJ

Full HD OLED Color Viewfinder

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Key Features
High quality of Full HD (Approx. 6,220,800-dot) resolution with a 1.78 cm (0.7 inch) OLED panel
Higher contrast ratio, pure black and higher response
38mm large-diameter eyepiece with optical zoom lens to adjust the angle of view and focus assist
Robust body and same layout of dial and switches as conventional EVF
Supports studio camera use: adding Yellow and Amber Tally in the display panel

Studio Camera Accessories

AK-HRP1015

Remote Operation Panel 1/5-type rack size remote operation panel which supports PoE and IP control *Product Availability may vary depending on country

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Key Features
1/5-type rack size remote operation panel
Colour LCD display allows GUI operation, and also supports PoE* and IP control
Camera serial control and IP control (RJ45 LAN cable) are supported.
Can be used for remote control of Panasonic studio camera, camera recorders, convertible cameras, and HD integrated cameras.
Functions for studio camera scene file store and load.
SD memory card slot for saving user files, scene file and updating firmware versions.
The robust LAN connector.

Studio Camera Accessories

AK-HCU250

Low-cost camera control unit of high video quality, long-distance optical fiber transmission camera systems.

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Key Features
Uncompressed long-distance transmission between camera and CCU.
The compact, lightweight unit 2U in height and rack-mountable.
Supported formats: 1080/59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97PsF, 25PsF, 23.98PsF, 720/59.94p, 50p
With 4K upgrade: Supports 2x 12G-SDI output / 3G-SDI Quad Link output.
Supports RET input (2x SDI).
Equipped with 1 intercom line and 2 audio lines.
Equipped with 3G trunk and 3G prompter circuit between camera and CCU.

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Remote Unit / Controller

AK-MSU1000

Master Setup Unit (MSU) - Maximum of 20 CCU can be connected and controlled from an AK-MSU100 Plus Versatile Assist Functions Transmission Camera System to Be Configured at Low Cost

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Key Features
Large scale 7-type color LCD Touch Panel
Master control of precise camera settings for the entire camera system
Serial & IP control (6x serial and up to 99 cameras by IP)
Camera/CCU Information Output (1080i)
HD SDI Input (Monitoring, 1080i)

Remote Unit / Controller

AK-UCU600

With the AK-UCU600 Camera Control Unit (CCU), uncompressed longdistance transmission of 4K/HD video signals via optical fiber is supported. The AK-HRP1000GJ/1005GJ Remote Operation Panels (ROP) are equipped with a color LCD display that provides excellent visibility and functions for quick response. This system achieves high-quality video and excellent operability. In cases where power is supplied by the CCU, it is possible to transmit at a long distance of up to approx. 2,000 m between the camera and the CCU. The distance can be extended up to 10,000 m by providing a local power supply at the camera head and using general-purpose single mode optical fiber. Between the CCU and the ROP, in addition to a dedicated serial line, IP connection via LAN cable is also supported.

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Key Features
Contains a dual UHD 12G-SDI system, and supports 3G -SDI quad link and two-sample interleave
Optical fiber transmission of uncompressed video signals over a distance of approx. 2,000 m between camera and CCU
Supports TICO over SDI (4K over 3G-SDI) output (4K signal can be transferred by a conventional 3G-SDI cable)
Supports HDR/SDR simultaneous output and HDR BT2020/B709 simultaneous output
Supports IP streaming (100 Base-T)

Studio Camera Accessories

AK-HCU250

Low-cost camera control unit of high video quality, long-distance optical fiber transmission camera systems.

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Key Features
Uncompressed long-distance transmission between camera and CCU.
The compact, lightweight unit 2U in height and rack-mountable.
Supported formats: 1080/59.94p, 50p, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97PsF, 25PsF, 23.98PsF, 720/59.94p, 50p
With 4K upgrade: Supports 2x 12G-SDI output / 3G-SDI Quad Link output.
Supports RET input (2x SDI).
Equipped with 1 intercom line and 2 audio lines.
Equipped with 3G trunk and 3G prompter circuit between camera and CCU.

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Studio Camera Accessories

AK-HRP1015

Remote Operation Panel 1/5-type rack size remote operation panel which supports PoE and IP control *Product Availability may vary depending on country

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Key Features
1/5-type rack size remote operation panel
Colour LCD display allows GUI operation, and also supports PoE* and IP control
Camera serial control and IP control (RJ45 LAN cable) are supported.
Can be used for remote control of Panasonic studio camera, camera recorders, convertible cameras, and HD integrated cameras.
Functions for studio camera scene file store and load.
SD memory card slot for saving user files, scene file and updating firmware versions.
The robust LAN connector.

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Viewfinder

AK-HVF100

Light weight and high resolution (9-type IPS LCD 1920*1080, 1,100 TV lines) viewfinder with built-in mechanical lift versatile assist functions

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Key Features
Focus assist functions
External HD-SDI Input and 12V 4-pin XLR input
Four assignable function switches
Contrast, brightness and peaking are adjustable

Studio Camera Accessories

AJ-CVF70GJ

Full HD OLED Color Viewfinder

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Key Features
High quality of Full HD (Approx. 6,220,800-dot) resolution with a 1.78 cm (0.7 inch) OLED panel
Higher contrast ratio, pure black and higher response
38mm large-diameter eyepiece with optical zoom lens to adjust the angle of view and focus assist
Robust body and same layout of dial and switches as conventional EVF
Supports studio camera use: adding Yellow and Amber Tally in the display panel

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Mount Adaptor

SHAN-TM700

Quick Release Tripod Adaptor Plate

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Brochures

Broadcast and Pro AV Catalog AK-PLV100GSJ (English)

Brochures PDF: Broadcast and Pro AV Catalogue AK-PLV100GSJ

General
Weight	Approx. 4.2 kg (9.26 lbs.) (body only, excluding the accessories)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Body only 151 mm x 267 mm x 389 mm (5-31/32 inches x 10-17/32 inches x 15-11/32 inches) (excluding protrusions)
Operating Temperature	-10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F) (Preheating required under a temperature 0°C (32 °F) or below)
Operating Humidity	85% or less (relative humidity)
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Power Supply	DC 12 V (when using an external power supply) DC 190 V (when AK-HCU250PSJ/HCU250ESJ is connected) AC 240 V (when AK-UCU600PSJ/ UCU600ESJ is connected)
Lens Mount	35mm PL Mount
Horizontal Resolution	4K: 2000 TV lines (center)
Optical Filter	ND: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
S/N	62 dB or above
Camera Unit
System Format	3840x2160/59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p 1920x1080/59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p
Video Input/Output
Pickup Device	S35mm 17.25 million pixels MOS Sensor
<AUX> terminal	BNCx1
<SDI OUT1(12G)> terminal	BNCx1 12G/6G/3G/1.5G-SDI:0.8 V[p-p], 75 Ω
<SDI OUT2> terminal	BNCx1 3G/1.5G-SDI:0.8 V[p-p], 75 Ω
Intercom
Audio Input/Output
Other Input/Output
<MIC 2> terminal	XLR x 1, 3-pin (female type)[LINE]/[MIC]/[+48V] switchable[LINE]: 0 dBu[MIC]: -60 dBu, -40 dBu, or -20 dBu menu can be selected
<MIC> terminal (front)	XLR x 1, 3-pin (female type)[LINE]/[MIC]/[+48V] switchable[LINE]: 0 dBu[MIC]: -60 dBu, -40 dBu, or -20 dBu menu can be selected
<INTERCOM1> terminal	XLR x 1, 5-pin, female type
<OPT FIBER> terminal	Optical composite connector x 1
<LENS> terminal	12-pin x 1
<VF> terminal	20-pin x 1
<VF> terminal (rear)	29-pin x 1
<DC IN> terminal	XLR x 1, 4-pin, DC 12 V
<LAN> terminal	RJ-45x1