Hpx300 rumors
- Thread starter Lez
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NorthernFilmMaker
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You know what guys, I don't think there is going to be any news of a HPX300 today! I think we all just want to hear that Panasonic is releasing a camera that has better resolution than the HVX200/HPX170, and longer record times using AVC-Intra, and something that will compete with the EX1/3, or the brand new JVC HM700. Just my thoughts, I think Jan would have said something, but to my knowledge I don't think she said a thing about a HPX300.
But the new JVC HM700 looks pretty darn interesting.... I'm very curious what kind of images it creates!
But the new JVC HM700 looks pretty darn interesting.... I'm very curious what kind of images it creates!
I think there will be an announcement today of a HPX300.
Too much indicates that, and Barry has admitted that he has been juggling the beans.
Yeah and Lez, the firestarter, showing up again with more of his innuendo. As my magic eight ball says, all signs point to yes. I somehow get the feeling we're victims of viral marketing... rumours released to ensure no one buys an EX1 in the couple of months before they can officially announce. If so, well done!
Barry_Green
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Beans have been juggled, and they're getting pretty slippery on my plate...
Postmaster
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Ahrghh! He always does.
Frank
Frank
Rowlander
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Not bad! Looks like a good deal.
But I would like to say one thing while we wait: I just now looked at the specs of that JVC-camera and thought to myself: "Only 1/3 inch? :huh: That´s not more than my 3.600 Euro Canon XH A1."
I hope Scarlet and the Canon 5D MKII will only be the beginning. The other manufacturers will have to build cameras with 2/3 inch chips at a lower price-point sooner or later.
Am I right?
(By the way, I am not trying to stir things up or say that I expect that from the Hpx300, if there is one. I am just wondering whether it wouldn´t make sense to wait a little longer for the chip-revolution.
) Peace!Barry_Green
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That might be an understatement. :evil:
I have to go to the airport in under an hour, so I'll try to get something posted when I can.
MrBill
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Carlos Corral
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Just keep hitting refresh on this thread. It makes the time go faster....:-KnockedOut(D
"Panasonic announced today the release of the new AG-HPX300, a 2.2-megapixel, 1/3-inch 3-CMOS camcorder. The HPX300 records to P2 in both AVC-Intra and DVCPRO HD in 1080i/p, 720p, and standard definition. Featuring interchangeable lenses, a shoulder-mount design, and several new features, it is clearly designed to challenge the Canon XL H1S and JVC GY-HD250. The AG-HPX300 will retail for $10,700 (including a Fujinon lens) and is expected to become available in March 2009.
The CMOS chip inside the camcorder is newly designed. It features a on-chip chromatic aberration compensation, as well as dynamic range stretch, which reads the content of the image to compensate for overly bright or dark areas. Panasonic also claims that the pixel density on the CMOS chip is lower that comparable sensors.
The AG-HPX300 features a 1/2-inch LCOS viewfinder, which includes on-board focus assist, audio monitoring, and even a vectorscope. There is also a 3.2-inch LCD on the side of the camcorder.
Panasonic has also announced a matching studio configuration package for under $10,000. "
The CMOS chip inside the camcorder is newly designed. It features a on-chip chromatic aberration compensation, as well as dynamic range stretch, which reads the content of the image to compensate for overly bright or dark areas. Panasonic also claims that the pixel density on the CMOS chip is lower that comparable sensors.
The AG-HPX300 features a 1/2-inch LCOS viewfinder, which includes on-board focus assist, audio monitoring, and even a vectorscope. There is also a 3.2-inch LCD on the side of the camcorder.
Panasonic has also announced a matching studio configuration package for under $10,000. "
Barry_Green
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I'd spill faster, but it takes a while to upload footage... :thumbsup:
