My first HPX500 experience

[John Fishback]

I don’t have the exact number handy, but it’s the Fujinon CAC lens without the 2x extender that was one of the 4 or 5 lenses available with the camera package.

John

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24″ TV-Logic Monitor
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[Tim Ward]

Thanks John.

[Nigel Thompson]

Tough choice for me right now.
It’s either the 300 or 500 for travel series im about to do, Love the 300 for AVC Intra and unislot audio. My new Lectro will be @ home there, but it’s 1/3 CMOS. But Im sure Panasonic with have a remedy soon.

The 500 is more sturdy sensor wise, 2/3, minimum requirement for networks. no rolling shutter etc etc, but no unislot, much more expensive, hmmm

decisions decisions

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[Pat Mcgowan]

Jan, what is the pixel count for the new HPX300 imager?

[Jan Crittenden livingston]

1920 X 1080 on the HPX300.

Best,

Jan

Jan Crittenden Livingston
Product Manager, HPX500, HVX200, DVX100
Panasonic Broadcast & TV Systems

[Bob Bollinger]

Can you please tell me exactly where the peaking, contrast and bright dials should be positioned when shooting? What’s recommended to give the closest representation of what’s being viewed in the viewfinder. I’m imagining 12:00 position but not sure.
Thanks,
Bob

[Tim Ward]

Brightness and contrast should generally be set with color bars, the same way you set your production monitor. Step by step instructions for that can be found all over the web. Peaking can help with focusing, and should be adjusted to your own preference.