Panasonic AG-AC160A Camcorder User Manual


 
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Versatile Assist Functions Support Comfortable Image Acquisition
Versatile Focus Assist
The AG-AC160A/AC130A feature the Turbo-Speed One-Push Auto-
Focus to focus an object in less than 0.5 seconds*. The focus bar
indicates the focus level, the focus-in-red display shows the focus
area, and a new expand function enlarges the center of the
displayed image. These three display functions help you to focus
quickly and accurately. A face detection function is also provided,
and area auto focus and area auto iris are possible.
*Focusing time may vary depending on shooting conditions and object.
Area Focusing and Area Iris Functions
Using the function knob (cursor
key), you can select a desired
area in the frame and set it as a
target zone for focusing, iris
adjustment and YGET (brightness
measurement). This increases
shot-composing flexibility. In
addition to the above three
modes, there are two other modes: simultaneous focusing/iris
adjustment and simultaneous focusing/YGET.
High-Quality Color Viewfinder and LCD
The AG-AC160A/AC130A's color EVF uses a 11.43 mm (0.45 inches),
approximately 1,226,000 dot-equivalent (852 x 480 x 3 [RGB]) LCOS
(liquid crystal on silicon) display panel. It delivers bright, detailed,
high-resolution images and a high response speed. The AG-AC160A/
AC130A's LCD monitor has a 87.63 mm (3.45 inches), approximately
921,000-dot (1920 x 480) high-resolution panel.
Simplified Waveform and Vectorscope Display
The AG-AC160A/AC130A have Waveform and Vectorscope Display
functions for the captured video signal on the LCD monitor.
Scene File / User File
Use the Scene dial to retrieve an instant set of shooting conditions.
Six preset files are provided, and you can change any of the six file
names and their settings as desired. One set can be stored internally
in the AG-AC160A/AC130A, and four sets on an SD Memory Card.
One file with camera setting values can also be stored internally, and
four files on an SD Memory Card.
Scene File Description
F1: — Standard settings
F2: FLUO. Indoor shooting under fluorescent lights
F3: SPARK Highlighting subjects at receptions, events, etc.
F4: B-STR Enhanced gradations of luminance in low light scenes
F5: CINE V Cine-Like setting shifted to prioritize contrast*
F6: CINE D Cine-Like setting shifted to prioritize dynamic range*
*Selecting a scene file does not change the video recording format. If you want to switch to 25p,
24p and 30p, you must do so as a separate procedure.
Three User Buttons
Three user buttons are provided for one-touch operation of
frequently used functions. All buttons are located on the LCD
monitor side of the body. Each button can be assigned with any of
the following 16 functions: INH, FACE DETECT, WFM, EVF DTL,
D.ZOOM, DRS, S.GAIN, ATW, ATW LOCK, SHOT MARK, INDEX,
LAST CLIP, BACKLIGHT, SPOTLIGHT, BLACKFADE, WHITEFADE.
Waveform Vectorscope
Area Function
LCOS Color EVF Color LCD Monitor
Expand Function