Panasonic Australia today announced the launch of the AG-CX370, the latest addition to its CX series of professional camcorders designed for video production, broadcasting and live streaming. Available from the end of July the AG-CX370 builds on the existing AG-CX350 and AG- XC20AZ models with enhanced system capabilities for even greater performance.
The very first model in the CX series, the AG-CX350, became the professional camcorder of choice for enhanced creativity due to its 10-bit 4K recording, a wide-angle high-magnification zoom lens, HDR compatibility with V-Log/HLG, and a manual three-ring control—with advanced connectivity features such as direct streaming and NDI® HX. Over the years, the AG-CX350 was widely adopted as a high-performance handheld camcorder for professional video production and broadcasting. And now, the new AG-CX370 builds on these advanced capabilities thanks to numerous upgrades and higher-specification features.
Mathew Alexander, Product Marketing Manager – Broadcast & Professional Video at Panasonic Australia, says the new AG-CX370 opens up exciting new possibilities for video professionals, delivering the performance, flexibility and connectivity that today’s creators demand.
“I’m excited to introduce the AG-CX370 as the latest addition to Panasonic’s CX Series of professional camcorders. With this model, the lineup is now complete—industry professionals can now choose from the compact AG-CX20 4K camcorder, the handheld AG-CX350 4K camcorder, the AG-CX370 4K camcorder or the full-sized shoulder-mounted AJ-CX4000,” said Mr Alexander.
“This expanded range ensures there’s a camcorder solution for every application and production environment. As well as offering best in class image and lens quality, all models in the series support high-quality 10-bit 4K/50p recording, offer RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS streaming capabilities, are NDI/HX enabled, and integrate seamlessly with Panasonic’s studio and professional PTZ camera systems. This allows a unified platform, making multi-camera production more efficient than ever.”
Key AG-CX370 Upgrades
12G-SDI Output
The SDI output terminal now supports 12G for high-quality, uncompressed 4K video to the latest video equipment. Simultaneous 4K output via SDI and HDMI is also supported.
GENLOCK Input
The newly integrated GENLOCK input terminal enables broadcast-quality synchronisation in multi- camera systems.
4-channel Audio Input
In addition to two XLR inputs, a 3.5mm stereo mini-jack input supports up to four external microphones for 4-channel audio recording.
4-channel Independent Audio Volume Controls
Each channel has a dedicated volume control for precise manual adjustment.
NDI® HX2 Compatible
Built-in NDI® HX2 compatibility is provided for IP-based transmissions and camera control when connected to NDI®-compatible devices, such as switchers and decoders. NDI® HX2 efficiency ensures smooth, high-quality IP live video production.1
Effortless Vertical Video Recording
A vertical video flag simplifies content creation for Instagram, YouTube Shorts and other vertical platforms.2
1 Recording, streaming and 4K output are not available in NDI HX2 mode.
2 Vertical format streaming is not supported.
In addition to these upgrades, the AG-CX370’s compact, lightweight design and energy efficiency ensures optimal usability, providing professional users with a reliable solution for production, broadcasting and streaming.
Key AG-CX370 Features
Wide-angle, High magnification Zoom Lens with Three Manual Rings
- Professional three-ring control (zoom, focus and iris).
- 5 mm (35mm equivalent) wide-angle 20x optical zoom, and i.Zoom.
- High-precision AF with face detection, auto-tracking and 5-axis hybrid image
High-quality 4K Video with HDR/V-Log Gamma
- High-definition, high-sensitivity 0-type 15M MOS sensor.
- Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) for HDR recording, along with V-Log Gamma adopted from Panasonic’s VARICAM cinema cameras.
- Broadcast-quality image tuning with 16-axis independent colour
Advanced Streaming and IP-based Live Production Capabilities
- 4K direct streaming via RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP and SRT
- LAN port with NDI HX compatibility for seamless IP-based live
Multi-Codec and Dual Slots for Flexible Recording
- 4K/60p/10-bit MOV recording with high-efficiency HEVC
- HD recording compatible with AVC-ULTRA (P2 MXF)¹ and AVCHD
- 10-bit variable frame rate (VFR) without
- 4-channel 24-bit PCM audio
- Dual memory card slots supporting relay, simultaneous and background
- Pre-REC, interval recording, timestamping and still image
Enhanced System Expandability and Mobility for Professional Use
- Focus/zoom wired remote control, IP remote control over LAN and wireless remote control via tablet or smartphone.
- V-Log or V709 in V-Log, or HDR/SDR in HLG, for each video output (SDI, HDMI and LCD).
- Fully compatible with multi-camera systems with GENLOCK IN and TC IN/OUT
- TSL protocol for switcher-linked tally
- Simultaneous display on high-brightness, high-definition LCDs and
- Low power consumption and high-capacity, fast-charging battery for extended ¹ Not all AVC-ULTRA formats are supported, and standard P2 cards are not compatible.