Chapter 1 Overview — Main featuresMain features

The P2 memory card camera-recorder AG‑HPX600P/AG‑HPX600EJ/AG‑HPX600EN incorporates the MOS sensor newly developed for the camera unit to ensure that high-sensitivity F12 (59.94 Hz), high-resolution, and high-quality video can be obtained. The camera also uses a 2/3-inch lens mount to accommodate many existing interchangeable lenses and features a compact body to provide amazing action for a body weight of approximately 2.8 kg.

The camera supports 50 Hz/59.94 Hz switchable and HD/SD multi-format. The AVC‑Intra, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO50, DVCPRO, and DV compression recording formats can be selected, and the reliability, instantaneousness and IT functions expected of P2 helps revolutionize work flow.

An add-on system for optional functions (extra-cost options) is also available for selecting and installing only required functions.

rr Function extension (extra-cost options)

As of start of sales, the following functions (extra-cost options) are available: ffVideo encoder board AG‑YDX600G

This enables proxy recording. This is effective in checking and editing clips. ffHD/SD SDI input board AG‑YA600G

This enables recording of the SDI signal input from the <SDI OUT/IN (OP)> terminal. ffUpgrade Software Key AG‑SFU601G (Network function)

This enables addition of text memos from IT devices.

In explanations from here on, this option is referred to as “network function (extra-cost option)”. ffUpgrade Software Key AG‑SFU602G (Production pack)

This allows the following functions to be used to achieve substantial video production functions:

--1080/23.98PsF system

--Variable frame rate (VFR) recording function

In explanations from here on, this option is referred to simply as “production pack (extra-cost option)”.

rr 50 Hz/59.94 Hz switchable and HD/SD multi-format

Recording by the HD/SD video format is supported. 50 Hz/59.94 Hz switchable accommodates all kinds of applications and global content production in addition to news reporting and program/video production. For 1080i/720P HD recording, the highly reliable AVC‑Intra/DVCPRO HD codecs can be selected for broadcasting use, and for SD video, the DVCPRO50/DVCPRO/DV multi-codecs can be selected.

4-channel recording (all formats) is provided for 16-bit/48 kHz non-compressed high-quality audio.

rr SmartUI

New operability is provided by integrating the conventional LCD window and audio selector switches. Remote control from IT devices and other functionality ensure expandability for future applications.

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