Overview & Specifications
Panasonic CX20 Professional Compact 4K Camcorder with XLR Inputs & IP Connectivity Easily capture and stream your production with the next-generation CX20 Professional Compact 4K Camcorder with XLR Inputs & IP Connectivity from Panasonic. The CX20 is a professional auto-tracking camcorder with numerous features, including dual XLR inputs, wired and Wi-Fi IP streaming and control capability, dual SD card slots, a 24x optical zoom lens with up to 48x digital HD zoom, image stabilization, and high-resolution 4K video capture.
Features: - High-Sensitivity MOS Sensor and Venus Engine
The 1/2.5" MOS sensor handles 4K data at 60/50 fps with high-speed readout, minimizing rolling shutter distortion when capturing moving subjects.
The Venus Engine features a new image processing system capable of rapidly handling large 4K60 datasets for exceptional image quality. It also offers advanced image correction features to enhance creative video production. Internal recording supports resolutions up to 4K29.97 and 1080p59.94 in 4:2:2 10-bit.
- Wide-Angle 25mm Lens with 24x Optical Zoom
The 4-drive lens system supports 24x optical zoom, ranging from a wide-angle 25mm (35mm film equivalent) to a telephoto 600mm. i.ZOOM technology enables up to 32x zoom in 4K and 48x in 1080p, providing flexibility for shooting in confined spaces.
- 4K High-Precision Autofocus
Optimized for dynamic shooting conditions on location, the autofocus system prioritizes speed and tracking accuracy. The micro-drive focus unit ensures precise lens control for fast, smooth focusing. Sharp focus is reliably maintained even when subjects move from background to foreground.
- Face Detection and Tracking AE/AF
Advanced Face Detection AE/AF automatically identifies and tracks human faces. Also, specific colors can be selected on the 3.5" touchscreen LCD to enable Tracking AE/AF to follow people and other moving objects with increased accuracy.
- 5-Axis Hybrid Stabilization and O.I.S.
Five-axis Hybrid Stabilization corrects for camera shake in five axes: vertical, horizontal, and rotational. Using a gyro sensor that detects motion at 4000 times per second, the stabilization engine delivers fast corrections. Combining optical (O.I.S.) and electronic stabilization, it ensures stable video when zooming in at high magnification and when walking or shooting in low light.
A ball-bearing optical image stabilization mechanism reduces friction when the lens system drive unit operates. The lens moves smoothly when zooming and delicately compensates for shake caused by small vibrations.
- Built-In ND Filter
The built-in ND filter (1/4, 1/16, 1/64, Clear) adjusts incoming light levels to suit the shooting environment. The filter can be used to prevent resolution loss caused by excessive aperture reduction (diffraction) and supports a wide aperture for sharp images with a shallow depth of field.
- Efficient Heat Dissipation
The image sensor typically heats up significantly as it collects external light through the lens, and its temperature rises further during high-speed 4K60 signal processing, so an advanced, efficient heat dissipation design is employed to maintain stable performance under such conditions.
- Recording Features
Using the highly efficient new HEVC codec, the camcorder supports high bit rate recording.
Internal recording on SD cards supports 4:2:2 10-bit LongGOP UHD 4K29.97/25 (150 Mb/s) and 1080p59.94/50 (100 Mb/s). Enabling 10-bit recording activates 4K60 4:2:2 10-bit HDMI output, which is ideal for capturing high-quality video from external recorders.
The camcorder uses compact SD cards with two available slots. For 4K recording, it enables relay and backup recording. For 1080p recording, slot 1 records specific scenes while slot 2 records continuously.
Other recording features include pre-recording, interval recording, and embedded timestamps.
- Proxy and Multi-Format Support
The camcorder supports a variety of formats and bit rates, including MOV and MP4 for streamlined editing workflows, as well as 720p AVCHD 8 Mb/s (PM mode). Proxy recording is possible with the AVC-Proxy G6 codec.
- Super Slow Motion and IR Modes
Capture slow-motion video in 1080p mode at 120 fps or 100 fps. The system supports 10-bit recording and delivers full-frame images without cropping, even at high frame rates. Autofocus remains active during super slow-motion shooting.
The IR cut filter can be toggled on/off and assigned to a user button. Disabling the filter allows shooting in low-light conditions using commercially available IR illuminators (recommended: 850nm IR illuminator).
- Color and Effects Features
16-axis color correction
Enhanced skin tones
Edge enhancement
Flexible gamma
Customizable scenes/presets: Standard, Fluorescent Lighting, Spark, Still-like, Cinema-like with contrast, and Cinema-like with dynamic range
- Additional Shooting Assistance
Flash band compensation (FBC)
Shockless auto white balance
Customizable matrix tables, including CINE-LIKE mode
V-detail and detail coring
Chroma level/phase, color temperature, and master pedestal controls
Knee point configuration
- Outputs
The camera features a 3G-SDI output for up to 1080p60 video output over distances up to 328' for switchers or recorders, and there is an HDMI output that supports up to 4K60 4:2:2 video for recorders or displays.
- Network and Control Features
Built-in 5/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi module
Wireless control via mobile Android/iOS devices
Wired REMOTE support via 2.5mm mini jack for focus, zoom, and record start/stop
1080p streaming and recording via SRT, RTSP/RTP, RTMP or RTMPS
NDI|HX2 support compatible with the Panasonic AV-UHS500 live switcher
Ethernet LAN connection for streaming output and control
- Physical Features
High-definition 3.5" LCD
Bright 0.39" OLED EVF
The LCD monitor rotates 180° and displays touch icons for convenient operation, making it easy to check framing and expressions while shooting.
The monitor rotates for selfie mode
Dual manual focus/iris rings
Detachable top handle
13 user-assignable buttons
USB-C PD power option
- PCM Audio Recording
The camcorder supports professional audio recording with +48V phantom power, as well as mic and line inputs. It has two XLR inputs with volume control and 24-bit linear PCM audio recording with a professional microphone.
- Built-In 70 Lux LED Light
The built-in LED light provides 70 lux at a distance of 3.2' for effective illumination in low-light environments. Brightness can be adjusted from 30 to 100% using the dimmer dial on the handle.
Camcorder Specifications: - Imaging
Image Sensor: 1/2.5"-Type MOS
Effective Sensor Resolution: 8.29 Megapixel
Image Stabilization: Optical in Integrated Lens
Built-In ND Filter: Mechanical Filter Wheel with 6-Stop (1/64), 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), Clear ND Filters
Capture Type: Stills & Video
- Exposure Control
Shutter Type: Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed: 1/8000 to 1/24 Second
ISO/Gain Sensitivity: Gain: 0 to 30 dB
Minimum Illumination: 1.5 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed and f/1.8 Aperture
White Balance: Range: 2000 to 15,000K
Presets: ATW, VAR
- Lens
Focal Length: 4.12 to 98.9mm (35mm Equivalent: 25 to 600mm)
Zoom: 24x Optical
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Minimum Focus Distance: From Front of Lens: 3.9" / 10 cm
Filter Size: 62 mm
Control Rings: Iris
Zoom
Focus
- Focus
Focus Mode: Automatic, Manual Focus
- Video Capture
Internal Recording: H.264 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps (100 to 200 Mb/s)
H.265 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps (72 to 100 Mb/s)
H.265 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps (72 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/25/29.97/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s)
MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps (200 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/25/29.97/59.94 fps (50 to 200 Mb/s)
MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps (100 to 150 Mb/s)
AVCHD 4:2:0 8-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps (17 to 25 Mb/s)
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps (8 Mb/s)
P2 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 50/59.94 fps (24 to 50 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps (12 to 25 Mb/s)
- Video Output
4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94/23.98 fps
1920 x 1080p at 59.94/23.98/25/29.97/50 fps
1920 x 1080i at 59.94/50 fps
1280 x 720 at 59.94/50 fps
720 x 576p at 50 fps
720 x 480p at 59.94 fps
4:2:2 10-Bit via SDI/BNC
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97/12.50/59.94/23.98 fps
1920 x 1080i at 59.94/50 fps
1920 x 1080PsF at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1280 x 720 at 59.94/50 fps
- Broadcast Output
NTSC
PAL
- Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
- Built-In Microphone
Stereo
- Audio Recording
MOV: 2-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio
MP4: 2-Channel, 16-Bit at 48 kHz via AAC Audio
AVCHD: 2-Channel, 16-Bit at 48 kHz via AC-3 Audio
P2: 2-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio
P2: 2-Channel, 16-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio
- IP Streaming
H.264, RTSP, RTMP, RTP, RTMPS
320 x 180 to 1920 x 1080 (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
H.264, NDI|HX2
1280 x 720 to 1920 x 1080 at 50p, 60p, 30p, 25p (2.0 to 24.00 Mb/s)
- Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot: Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/microP2 Hybrid
Internal Storage: No
Video I/O: 1x HDMI 2.0 Output
1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio I/O: 2x XLR 3-Pin Input on Included Handle
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Mic/Line Input on Camera Body
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body
Power I/O: 1x USB-C (9VDC at 3 A) Input
Other I/O: 1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini (Remote)
1x USB-C (USB 2.0)
Wireless: Wi-Fi
Mobile App Compatible: Yes: Android & iOS
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.): No
- Monitor
Display Type: Primary Monitor: Articulating 3.5" Touchscreen LCD
- Viewfinder
Type: Electronic (OLED)
Resolution: 2,360,000 Dot
- Power
Battery: Panasonic AG-VBR Series
Power Consumption: =19.5 W
- Environmental
Operating Conditions: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 10 to 80% Humidity
- General
Shoe Mount: 1x Cold Shoe on Included Handle
1x Cold Shoe
Tripod Mount: 1/4"-20 Female
Accessory Mounting Thread: 1x 1/4"-20 on Included Handle
Built-In Video Light: Yes
In the box: - Panasonic CX20 Professional Compact 4K Camcorder with XLR Inputs & IP Connectivity
- Panasonic 7.28V 43Wh Lithium-Ion Battery for DVX200 and CX10 (5900mAh)
- Top Handle Unit
- Lens Hood
- Eye Cup
- Microphone Holder
- Microphone Holder Screw Set
UPC: 5025232979912
MPN: AG-CX20PJ