The Panasonic AG-HMC40 is a camcorder designed to record in high definition on standard
SecureDigital (SD) and SDHC memory cards. The camera is extremely portable and lightweight, weighing
in at just over 2 lbs. While SD-based camcorders have been gaining ground in the consumer market,
the AG-HMC40 has the ability to record AVCHD images at significantly higher bitrates. This
enhancement makes the camera more efficient than comparable HD interframe codecs, such as HDV and
XDCAM EX. Using H.264 as its compression algorithm the camera can record incredibly detailed images
at a fraction of the file size. The handle is detachable and can hold an optional XLR audio system.

Edius Neo 2 edit software included in the box (through March 2010).

Note! XLR option not included.

3MOS Sensor Technology The progressive 3MOS image sensors record full-HD images with an effective
motion-picture resolution of 2.51-megapixels. This produces full-raster HD images with high
resolution and superb image quality. Because each of the three separate image sensors receives one
of the three primary colors of light (red, green and blue), they render more precise images and more
faithful colors than the single light-receiving 1MOS sensor.

Sharp Rendering With a lens that features 13 elements in 10 groups, the newly developed Leica
Dicomar is ideal for full-HD recording. The new lens system uses low-dispersion glass and aspherical
lenses to reduce color aberration and boost resolution. Use of a special multi-coating process
dramatically reduces flare and ghosts. The result is a sharp, crisp, beautifully rendered picture
with vivid colors, delicate nuances, and exceptional shading.

120x Digital Zoom Even at the 490mm zoom setting (35mm lens equivalent), this advanced 12x optical
zoom lens is free of image degradation. Additionally, the AG-HMC40 is also equipped with a digital
zoom that instantly magnifies the image by any of three fixed values. 2x, 5x or 10x. Use it together
with the 12x optical zoom lens and you get super magnification equivalent to a 120x zoom, without
the drop in light intensity that happens when using a lens extender.

Optical Image Stabilization Because the hand-shake correction is done by actually driving the lens,
there's none of the image degradation that occurs with electronic stabilization. You can capture
beautiful, high-quality shots even in situations where hand-shake is typically a big problem such as
when zooming, shooting indoors in dim lighting, or shooting outdoors at night.

Dynamic Range Stretch A gamma curve and knee slope are estimated to match the contrast of each
pixel, and applied in real time. When dark, bright, and intermediate shades are all contained in the
same scene, this produces excellent gradation for each shade and minimizes blocked shadows and blown
highlights. The images that result are enhanced by a visually wider dynamic range.

High-quality 10.6 MegaPixel Digital Stills The new 3MOS sensors also combine with Panasonic's
proprietary Quad-Density Pixel Distribution technology to achieve a resolution that is equivalent to
4 times the normal level. The AG-HMC40 captures still images with approx. 10.6-megapixel resolution
(in still image mode, 3:2 aspect ratio), which approaches the level of a high-performance digital
still camera. For example, you can use it to shoot both motion and still images for a website.

Cine-Like Gamme Curves Drawing on technologies developed for the VariCam HD camcorders for digital
cinema, Panasonic has equipped the AG-HMC40 with advanced gamma functions that address seven
different shooting scenarios and enhance your creative abilities. This includes the cine-like gamma,
which produces the characteristic warm tone of film recordings.

Exceptional AVCHD Image Quality The AG-HMC40 features the image-enhancing PH mode that Panasonic
developed exclusively for AVCCAM camcorders. It delivers a maximum AVCHD bit rate of 24 Mbps
(average: 21 Mbps). Designed for professional image production, this mode lets you record 1080/30p,
1080/24p and 720 progressive images in addition to 1080/60i from the AG-HMC40's 1920 x 1080
full-raster HD images.

Reliable Media Unlike with videotape, there's no need for cueing with the SDHC memory card because
recording automatically begins in a blank section of memory. Nor do you have to worry about
accidentally recording over important footage. You can delete unwanted clips instantly right on the
spot to preserve memory capacity. Editing after shooting is smooth and easy, with no need for
digitizing. The tiny SDHC Memory Card is durable, too. Its operating range is from -13-185°F, so you
can stop worrying about harsh temperatures or condensation while never having to deal with dropouts
or clogged heads.

Shot Mark To simplify shot selection, you can add a mark to the thumbnail images of each clip. You
can then display and play only the clips that have shot marks.

Pre-Record Function This helps to ensure you always get the shot you want, by letting you
continuously store, and subsequently record, images and sounds for three seconds before the REC
button is pressed in standby mode.

Fast On-Screen Clip Searching Image data is recorded as a file for each scene. Thumbnail images and
file information are automatically attached to each file to enable smooth, easy confirmation and
deletion of files displayed on the LCD monitor.

Easy On-Screen Touchpad The 2.7", 230,000-dot (approx.) LCD monitor is especially convenient when
shooting wide-screen images. Just use a finger on the touch panel screen to start playback, make
menu settings, and even focus the camera. You can rotate the LCD monitor 270° for easier viewing
when shooting low-angle or other difficult shots. This lets you check the framing and parameter
display on the LCD monitor as you shoot.

HD Focus Assist There are multiple focus assit functions on the AG-HMC40, including both the
standard center zoom, as well as a focus bar. Additional focus assists include a face "detection"
which "recognizes" faces near the center of the screen and focuses on them.

Manual Focus Ring The manual focus ring can be used to control the iris too, by switching the Focus
Ring (Focus/Iris) selector. Use it whichever way best fits the shooting situation. For example, you
can set the camera to Auto Focus and use the manual focus ring to control the zooming. You can also
add backlight correction or spotlight correction to the auto aperture function.

Waveform Monitor Display A horizontal analysis of the input signal's brightness level can be
displayed on the monitor. This lets you adjust the standard black and white levels while checking
the Waveform Monitor (WFM), making it easy to get highly accurate adjustments.

Interval Recording You can make automatic, intermittent recordings at set intervals from one frame
per second to one frame every two minutes. For example, use Interval REC to record operations at a
construction site, to shoot sunsets, or to capture time-lapse recordings of growing plants.

Slow Shutter and Syncro Scan The slow shutter function uses image accumulation to allow shutter
speeds with frame rates reduced by half or more. The accumulation method provides bright-color
images with less noise than those captured using conventional gain-up, so you get the higher
sensitivity needed for nighttime shooting without illumination. And the Synchro Scan function is
ideal for capturing images on monitors.

Optional XLR Adapter Available The AG-HMC40 comes equipped with a built-in stereo microphone and a
3.5mm EXT, mic-in jack. Adding the optional AG-MYA30G XLR adapter provides compatibility with
professional-use XLR terminals for audio output from microphones and Public Audio (PA) systems in
studios and auditoriums. Line recording and +48V Phantom powered microphone recordings are possible
from the XLR terminals. Featuring two XLR audio input terminals and level controls, the adapter lets
you independently switch ch 1 or ch 2 to microphone or line input, with each having its own level
adjustment. (Input 2 can be assigned to both ch 1 and ch 2.)

SD Downconversion The AG-HMC40 is equipped with both component (Mini D4) video outputs and AV output
(AV multi terminals), allowing HD images to be down-converted and output as SD images while they are
being recorded or played. At the same time, a 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio can be selected for side
crop, letterbox, or squeeze images. Audio output (AV multi terminals 2 channels) enables a wide
variety of applications, such as viewing on an external monitor or SD dubbing.

HDMI The AG-HMC40 is equipped with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output terminal
for digital transferring of high-quality HD video and audio signals.

Tilt-up Viewfinder The viewfinder can be tilted upward about 70° and the large eyecup is excellent
for blocking out light from the sun and other sources.

REC Check You can check the end of the most recently recorded clip with one-touch ease.

Last Clip Delete Function Only the most recently recorded clip is deleted with this one-touch
function, adding practical convenience to everyday operation. It can be assigned as a User button
function if desired.

Record Meta Data The date, camera operator, location, title and other information can be added to
the video data.

Signal System 1080/60i, 1080/30p (over 60i), 1080/24p (native), 720/60p, 720/30p(over 60p) 720/24p
(native) HA, HG and HE mode: 1080/60i only

Image Device 1/4" 3MOS Sensors

Lens Leica Dicomar 12x Zoom 4-48mm f/1.8-2.8 (35mm Equivalence 40.8-490mm) 43mm Filter Diameter
Video 35mm Equivalent (Video): 40.8-490mm (16:9) Still Equivalent (Still Image): 41.3-496mm (3:2)
40.8-490mm (16:9), 45.0-540mm (4:3)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio Not Specified By Manufacturer

Horizontal Resolution 1080 Lines

Sensitivity Not Specified By Manufacturer

Minimum Illumination 1 lux (Gain +34 dB, Slow Shutter: 1/2 sec.)

Vertical Smear Not Applicable

Built-in Filters ND: Auto On/Off

LCD Monitor 2.7", 230,000 Pixels

Viewfinder 0.26", 113,000 Pixels

Scan Matching Yes Different Ranges for Different Record Modes

Memory Card Slot SD, SDHC

Shutter Speed Range 60i/60p Mode: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 s 30p: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15 s 24p: 1/2,
1/3, 1/6, 1/12 s

Gain Selection 60i/60p: 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB 24p/30p: 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB

VTR

Tape Format Not Applicable

Tape Speed Not Applicable

Signal-to-Noise Ratio Not Specified By Manufacturer

Maximum Recording Time Not Applicable

Audio

Audio Dynamic Range Not Specified By Manufacturer

Audio Signal Format AC3, 2-Channel

Audio Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio Not Specified By Manufacturer

General

Input and Output Connectors Component: Mini-D (x1 Output) HDMI: HDMI (x1 Output) Headphone: Stereo
Mini Jack USB: USB 2.0 Camera Remote: Super Mini Jack for Zoom, Mini Jack for Focus and Iris

Power Requirements 7.2VDC (with Battery) 7.9VDC (with AC Adapter)

Power Consumption 7.8W

Operating Temperature 32-104°F (0-40°C)

Dimensions (WxHxD) 5.3 x 5.3 x 11.9" (13.6 x 13.5 x 30.4cm)

Weight 2.2 lbs (1kg) 3.1 lbs (1.4kg) with Battery

Panasonic AG-HMC40 AVCCAM HD Camcorder * EDIUS Neo 2
Nonlinear Editing Sofware * AC Adapter/Charger

* 2640 mAh Battery Pack

* AC Cable

* DC Cable

* Wireless Remote Controller

* Eye Cup

* Shoulder Belt

* Component Video Cable

* AV Cable

* PIN-BNC Conversion Plug

* Handle

* Touch Pad

* CD-ROM

* AVCCAM Restorer

* 3-Year Warranty