Product Description

The Panasonic AG-DVC20 is a 1/6-inch 3CCD camcorder in the DV Proline family of Panasonic cameras. It features a shoulder-mounted design that results in a solid performing professional-style camcorder, perfect for any event. The camera comes with image stabilization, composite and S-Video inputs along with FireWire for easy connection to non-linear editing systems. The Color Night View mode allows night shooting with little or no available light. Colors will appear vibrant even if shooting in complete darkness. The 10x optical zoom lens is up to the task of industrial video acquisition. The camera has a large, smooth operating, touch sensitive rocker switch conveniently located on the handgrip. The attached 2.5-inch color LCD monitor gives you the option to leave it home. It is positionable to almost any angle including self-portrait position. Minimum Illumination 1 lux (Color Night View Mode) Signal System - NTSC 60i Audio Signal Format - 2 Channel 16 bit / 48kHz, 4 Channel 12 bit / 32kHz Audio Frequency Response - 20Hz to 20kHz Input and Output Connectors - 1 FireWire- 4-Pin input and output, 1 Composite Video- RCA input and output, 1 S-Video- 4-Pin input and output, 1 Microphone Audio- Mini Stereo input, 1 Headphones- Mini Stereo input Power Requirements - 7.2 VDC with Battery, 7.9 VDC with AC Adapter Power Consumption - 3.2W with Viewfinder, 3.4W with LCD, 6.3W max Dimensions - Width 8.56 x Height 8.88 x Depth 17.1 inches (21.74 x 22.5 x 43.4 cm) Weight - 4.5 pounds, 2.0 kg

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2066 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Panasonic
• Model: DVC20
• Dimensions: 11.82 pounds
• Display size: 2.5

Features

• 3CCD optical system with advanced digital processing for sharp, vivid images
• 2.5-inch monitor with Power LCD and new Zero Lux Night View features
• 10x optical zoom; 500x digital zoom
• IEEE 1394 DV in/out terminal; video and S-video out; mic in and audio out
• Shoulder-mount design with extra-large handle grip and fingertip zoom control

Manufacturer Description
The AG-DVC20 DV camcorder delivers highly professional results with easy operation. The shoulder-held design keeps it stable when recording sports,weddings, or other events. The 3CCD camera system, Advanced Color Pure Engine, and 10x optical zoom lens deliver professional-level, high-quality images. And the navigation menu makes operation one-touch easy. The AG-DVC20 has the competitive advantage of being a highly affordable, shoulder-mounted camera with no competition at its price level.

AG-DVC20 Highlights

The AGDVC20 is easy to configure and connect. See configuration options in detail.

3CCD and Advanced Color Pure Engine
A 3CCD optical system is an absolute prerequisite for a professional-level camera. The AG-DVC20 combines this with the digital processing Advanced Color Pure Engine to capture consistently sharp, vivid images.

10x optical zoom lens and 500x digital zoom
The AG-DVC20 comes with a powerful 10x optical zoom lens and adds a digital zoom function that provides ultra-telephoto zooming all the way to 500x. Its large multi-speed zoom rocker is conveniently positioned on the handle grip for easy, responsive zoom operation.

Shoulder-held design
The AG-DVC20 features a convenient shoulder-held design, extra-large handle grip, fingertip zoom control, and LCD panel and viewfinder for easy framing and viewing. A shoulder-mounted camera yields more stable images with minimal hand shaking, earns that "on the job respect," and the larger body size also acts as a deterrent against theft.

Easy operation menu

One-touch navigation The cursor key and linked LCD icon display make it easy to set the recording mode and play back the results. This smart, easy operation switches the display to match the mode, for Auto, Manual, or Play.
Multilingual menu English, Chinese (simplified or traditional characters), Arabic, Persian, or Spanish.

Color Night View and Zero Lux Night View
The Color Night View mode produces bright, vivid colors even in dimly-lit locations. The LCD panel can also be used as a light source for shooting in total darkness with the Zero Lux Night View mode.

Power LCD
The AG-DVC20 features a bright 2.5-inch color LCD monitor. When shooting under strong sunlight, just press the Power LCD switch to increase the LCD brightness for a clearer, crisper view.

Auto/Manual focus switch
Choose Auto for super-easy recording, or Manual to adjust the focus manually with the focus ring and give yourself full control over the aperture and shutter speed. Switching from Auto focus to Manual focus is easily accomplished by pushing down a spring loaded slide switch to the Focus position. Push again to switch back to Manual focus mode.

Full range of easy-to-use functions

• Two batteries supplied
• Trigger and zoom lever on top handle grip
• Built-in stereo microphone
• IEEE 1394 DV in/out terminal
• Video and S-video out
• Mic in and audio out
• Digital EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

Customer Reviews

The Panasonic AG-DVC20
This camcorder never ceases to amaze me.

It is relatively easy to use right out of the box, and the menu system does take some time to get familiar with (which in and of itself is not a complaint). I don't need XLR input as I run everything through a small studio mixer straight into the 3.5mm input.

I wish I could adapt the camcorder to use 6x6 filters though (not that I am pitching Colkin filters). But, I do use 43mm glass filters which is fine (mostly as warming filter and a polarizing) .....

I produce outdoor videos for the infirmed people in our nursing homes who cannot get out through no fault of their own. I use this camcorder extensively in such harsh conditions as a minus 15 degrees on the shores of Lake Superior to Minnesota's Serengeti summer temps which can hit over 90 degrees (in the shade). I have not been disappointed.

For the price I paid, and all things considered, the DVC-20 is a work horse. I do recommend getting the longer lasting battery though - the two that come with the camcorder should be used for backup only due to limited usage.

I also found that the Audio-Techniqa shotgun mic is very helpful too in nature settings.

Panasonic Ag DVC 20
This is the first pro video camcorder that I have owned. Before I was doing still photograph.
I like the camcorder a lot as a matter of fact I use it right out of the box sight unseen and had no problem what so ever. Was the best decesion I made. I would give it thumbs up! I had read a lot about it in the reviews before it was purchased. I shoot freelance for the local news stations.

Great camera for the price!
I purchased this camera for shooting music videos, short films and commercials. The major factor in deciding to purchase this camera was the shoulder mount, 3CCD, video quality, and the professional look of the camera. I am very happy with this camera in every aspect. It is perfect for anyone who cannot afford an incredibly expensive camera but still needs one that performs well. Also, with two batteries and a charger(which it comes with) there is never a reason to run out of battery life. I would recommend this camera to anyone starting out in video.