Panasonic AW-UB50/AW-UB10 4K multi-purpose camera announced

Panasonic Entertainment & Communications announced the development of the Panasonic AW-UB50/AW-UB10 box-style 4K multi-purpose camera. This is a camera which features excellent image rendering and expressive power thanks to its large-format sensor and streamlines the workflow of video production by linking with Panasonic’s remote camera system. Both are scheduled to be released in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024. These cameras made their debut at the IBC2024 event in September 2024.

In recent years, the importance of video promotion and communication has been recognized anew. As a result, video production is actively taking place in various scenes, including the corporate and educational industries. As the scope of video production expands, the need for higher quality video expression is increasing. Within broadcasting stations, live entertainment sites, and other sites, there is an accelerating movement to improve video production workflows,. One such way is to improve production efficiency.

About the Panasonic AW-UB50/AW-UB10

The Panasonic AW-UB50/AW-UB10 are based on the technology of the company’s LUMIX series of digital single-lens cameras. They come equipped with a variety of new functions that make operation easier when incorporated into a professional broadcasting system. These are box-style 4K multi-purpose cameras that combine rich video expression with on-site operability, such as compatibility with a common IP control protocol that enables seamless integration with the company’s remote camera systems. They provide unprecedented video expression in sites with compact systems centered around remote cameras.

The AW-UB50 uses a full-size MOS sensor with 24.2M effective pixels. Meanwhile, the AW-UB10 uses a Micro 4/3-type 10.3M effective pixel MOS sensor. The AW-UB10’s sensor renders diverse, high-quality image expression with the excellent color reproduction and resolution of the high-sensitivity large-format sensor.

The AW-UB50 excels at cinematic video shooting with an even shallower depth of field than the AW-UB10. This lineup of two types with different sensor sizes allows you to select a model and build a system that suits the desired video expression and the scale of the site.

The housing design works to be user-friendly, resulting in an extremely compact body with a height, width, and depth of less than 10cm (excluding the lens). Like a remote camera, it can be installed in a variety of locations. These can be used for handheld shooting using a gimbal, allowing it to be used according to the scene you want to shoot and the situation on site.

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In terms of the system, it is the first camera with a large-format sensor of 4/3 or more to support the common IP control protocol with the company’s remote camera systems. By linking with a remote camera system on the same network, it is possible to control the camera and tally from a remote operation panel, remote camera controller, or live switcher.

In addition, by incorporating a color profile that is highly compatible with the company’s 4K integrated camera AW-UE160, color matching can be easily performed when used in conjunction with remote cameras, enabling seamless integration with the company’s remote camera system.

Furthermore, support for IP transmission standards such as NDI HX2 is planned for the future, enabling more flexible video production, such as video distribution using streaming services and the construction of IP-based systems.

The input/output interfaces include 3G-SDI OUT, HDMI Type A, LAN terminal, TC IN/OUT, GENLOCK IN, USB Type-C, φ3.5 MIC terminal, and headphone terminal. It comes equipped with standard terminals for professional video equipment, allowing for flexible system construction to suit the site. The LAN terminal supports PoE+, allowing video transmission, control, and power supply to be performed with a single LAN cable, contributing to reduced wiring at the site.

In terms of software platform, it is compatible with Media Production Suite and supports the creation of multi-camera systems in combination with remote cameras.

The AW-UB50/AW-UB10 is equipped with high-quality image expression capabilities that respond to the creativity of producers and a variety of functions that streamline on-site workflow, making it ideal for filming, recording, and streaming at locations that require video production, such as various events, educational institutions, and general companies.