Panasonic AG-HMC40 User Manual
Style 1
With handle detached,
this super-compact camera
fits easily into a bag or
pack for highest mobility.
this super-compact camera
fits easily into a bag or
pack for highest mobility.
Style 2
Style 3
Monitoring and
Recording at
Construction Sites
Recording at
Construction Sites
Newly developed 1/4.1-inch 3.05-megapixel, progressive 3MOS sensors.
Also records still images with 10.6-megapixel resolution (approx.)
Also records still images with 10.6-megapixel resolution (approx.)
Small, Light, Easy to Use –– And Exceptional Image Quality
Wide-ranging functions include a detachable XLR adapter (option),
waveform monitor, and camera remote
waveform monitor, and camera remote
12x Leica Dicomar zoom lens with Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS)
Professional-quality PH mode and reliable SD memory card recording
You can use AG-HMC40
three different ways
5.31
inches
inches
11.97 inches
(5.35 inches wide)
SD Memory Card Recorder: Lower Operating Costs, Better for the Environment
(1) Faster, easier editing because digitization is not necessary
(2) Lower media costs because memory cards are reusable
(3) Lower maintenance costs because there is no moving
(2) Lower media costs because memory cards are reusable
(3) Lower maintenance costs because there is no moving
mechanism
By reducing editing, media and maintenance costs,
AVCCAM can help improve your bottom line. Users can
also take advantage of a special 3-year free-repair
service program that Panasonic offers for AVCCAM
equipment.
also take advantage of a special 3-year free-repair
service program that Panasonic offers for AVCCAM
equipment.
SD Reduces Total Cost of Ownership
The SDHC/SD Memory Card media for the AVCCAM camcorder is
totally free from abrasion and dropout. There is no drive mechanism
required, as there is for tape and disc-based
recorders, so power consumption is low and
required, as there is for tape and disc-based
recorders, so power consumption is low and
size and weight are reduced. Malfunctions are less likely to
occur, and there is no need to replace heads or transport
components. This translates into lower costs and easier
maintenance, greater energy savings, and less waste when
the unit is eventually disposed of. All of these features help to
conserve the environment.
occur, and there is no need to replace heads or transport
components. This translates into lower costs and easier
maintenance, greater energy savings, and less waste when
the unit is eventually disposed of. All of these features help to
conserve the environment.
The SD Memory Card Helps Preserve the Environment
with Its Reusability and Low Power Consumption
Reuse
SD Memory Card
Recording
Initialization
Full-HD Images plus the Versatility and
Mobility to Cover All Kinds of Events
Mobility to Cover All Kinds of Events
*1 The maximum recording interval is 24 hours. *2 In HE (extended time) mode using a 32GB SDHC Memory Card.
The Interval REC
function*
function*
1
automatically
records frames at preset
intervals.
intervals.
Traffic Studies and
Crime Surveillance
Crime Surveillance
Records in HD quality
for up to 12 hours*
for up to 12 hours*
2
and
features a Time stamp
function.
function.
Recording at Halls and
Other Venues
Other Venues
Add the optional XLR
adapter for
professional-quality
audio recording.
adapter for
professional-quality
audio recording.
Weddings and
Events
Events
In addition to manual
focus, the AG-HMC40's
low light capabilities,
wide angle lens and long
record times make the
bride and groom look
their best.
focus, the AG-HMC40's
low light capabilities,
wide angle lens and long
record times make the
bride and groom look
their best.
Student Video Production
Students of any age will
appreciate its compact
and lightweight body.
There's no need for video
capturing (digitizing), so
editing is quick and easy.
The recorded images can
be viewed on a monitor or
computer.
appreciate its compact
and lightweight body.
There's no need for video
capturing (digitizing), so
editing is quick and easy.
The recorded images can
be viewed on a monitor or
computer.
Newsgathering for TV
and Newspaper Websites
and Newspaper Websites
In addition to recording full-HD
motion images, the AG-HMC40
shoots still images at the
equivalent of 10.6-megapixel
resolution (approx.).
motion images, the AG-HMC40
shoots still images at the
equivalent of 10.6-megapixel
resolution (approx.).
Smooth, easy operation with a manual focus ring and touch panel
Outstanding mobility with a small body that weights just 2.16 lbs
With the optional XLR adapter mounted on the handle,
the AG-HMC40 has outstanding audio specs, plus the
ability to add two external phantom microphones or line
inputs with level controls.
the AG-HMC40 has outstanding audio specs, plus the
ability to add two external phantom microphones or line
inputs with level controls.
With handle in place, the AG-HMC40 is easy to carry and
easy to use, even when shooting at difficult angles.
easy to use, even when shooting at difficult angles.
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Weddings and
Events
Events
In addition to manual
focus, the AG-HMC40's
low light capabilities,
wide angle lens and long
record times make the
bride and groom look
their best.
focus, the AG-HMC40's
low light capabilities,
wide angle lens and long
record times make the
bride and groom look
their best.
Student Video Production
St d
t Vid
P
d
Students of any age will
appreciate its compact
and lightweight body.
There's no need for video
capturing (digitizing), so
editing is quick and easy.
The recorded images can
be viewed on a monitor or
computer.
appreciate its compact
and lightweight body.
There's no need for video
capturing (digitizing), so
editing is quick and easy.
The recorded images can
be viewed on a monitor or
computer.
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Style 2
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With hand
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