Panasonic Connect Launches New Cameras, Expands NDI Support
By Jennifer P
Panasonic Connect has expanded its professional video lineup by introducing three new 4K cameras and enhancing its support for NDI (Network Device Interface) across its 4K integrated camera range. NDI, a protocol designed for low-latency IP-based video connectivity, simplifies workflows by enabling seamless communication between AV devices over standard gigabit networks. This development opens up possibilities for streamlined video production in various industries, including live events, education, and corporate environments.
One of the key highlights is the AK-UCX100 4K studio camera, designed for live event environments where lighting and background conditions are constantly changing. The camera features high sensitivity, dynamic range, and enhanced colorimetry to handle challenging lighting scenarios, particularly with LED lighting and large display walls. The AK-UCX100 is also compatible with Panasonic’s recently launched AK-UCU700 Camera Control Unit (CCU), making it suitable for traditional studio setups and live event broadcasting. With 2000 TV lines of resolution, it delivers sharp, ultra-high-definition images, allowing event professionals to capture immersive content.
Additionally, Panasonic Connect introduced two new 4K multi-purpose cameras—the AW-UB50 and AW-UB10—tailored for diverse production sites. These compact, box-style cameras are equipped with large-format sensors and advanced technologies like Dual Native ISO and V-Log, borrowed from Panasonic’s cinema-grade cameras. The AW-UB50 offers 24.2M effective pixels, while the AW-UB10 features a 10.3M effective pixel sensor, ensuring high-quality video production in various settings, from live entertainment to corporate presentations. These cameras will also receive future software updates to incorporate advanced AI tracking and automatic framing features, further enhancing their versatility.
In tandem with these new cameras, Panasonic is extending NDI support to models like the AW-UE40, AW-UE50, AW-HE145, and AW-UE150, along with the AG-CX350 Memory Card Camera Recorder. NDI will allow users to integrate Panasonic’s cameras into IP-based production workflows, offering simplified setup and control through Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). The updates, available via free firmware between December 2024 and April 2025, will expand accessibility to IP video production, allowing for more efficient and scalable content creation across industries.
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