Panasonic’s AG-UX180: great footage, small camera [sponsored]

The powerful new UX180

Here’s some footage from the new Panasonic AG-UX180, the handheld professional camera with a 1” 4K sensor and built in 20x zoom Leica lens.

If you’ve ever wondered exactly how good pictures from a small handheld camera can be, watch this video, and prepare to be amazed. (Turn the brightness on your screen up, and select the highest resolution from the “settings” menu on YouTube that will play smoothly on your system).

Here’s the same video on Vimeo.

Retail price is €3,450 (excl VAT).

The Panasonic Broadcast & ProAV AG-UX180 is the "UX-series premium model" with professional functions and specifications. This 60p/50 camcorder is equipped with a newly designed compact lens featuring a wide 24mm angle and 20x optical zoom as well as a 1.0-type (effective size) high-sensitivity MOS sensor. Its evolved Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) and intelligent AF function are suitable for professional camera work. The UX180 supports 4K 24p, UHD 60p/50p, FHD 60p/50p multi-format recording and HD super slow-motion. Two SD memory card slots are provided to enable relay/simultaneous/backup recording for enhanced reliability, and also support UHD/FHD dual codec recording for a more efficient workflow.

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