Panasonic Connect Expands 4K Camera Lineup and NDI Support for IP Video Production

Panasonic Connect has announced an exciting expansion to its professional video equipment lineup, introducing three new 4K cameras and extending NDI (Network Device Interface) support to its popular range of 4K integrated cameras. This move is set to enhance video production workflows across various industries, from live events to corporate settings, by enabling seamless IP video production.

Panasonic’s New 4K Cameras for Live Events and Video Production

A key highlight of Panasonic Connect’s latest release is the AK-UCX100 4K studio camera, designed specifically for live events. Capturing high-quality video in challenging lighting conditions is made easier with this camera's high sensitivity, wide dynamic range, and advanced colorimetry. It handles shifting lighting and dynamic environments, especially with LED lighting and large display walls. With 2000 TV lines of resolution, this camera produces crisp, ultra-high-definition content, whether used for in-person audiences or broadcast to viewers at home. It pairs seamlessly with the AK-UCU700 Camera Control Unit for traditional studio setups and ensures consistent, professional-grade production quality.

Alongside the AK-UCX100, Panasonic introduced two versatile 4K multi-purpose cameras—the AW-UB50 and AW-UB10. These compact, box-style cameras are equipped with large-format sensors and draw on cinema-grade technologies like Dual Native ISO and V-Log, delivering cinema-quality video production. These cameras are ideal for a variety of industries, including broadcast, live entertainment, education, and corporate environments. Their compact size and robust features make them perfect for remote productions where space and flexibility are critical.

Enhanced NDI Support for Seamless IP Video Production

Panasonic Connect is also extending NDI support to several of its 4K integrated cameras, including the AW-UE40, AW-UE50, AW-HE145, and AW-UE150, as well as the AG-CX350 Memory Card Camera Recorder. By integrating NDI, these cameras can connect with AV devices over standard gigabit IP networks, simplifying the process of building an IP video production workflow. This upgrade will be available via a free firmware update between December 2024 and April 2025, making NDI support more accessible than ever.

With NDI integration, Panasonic cameras offer low-latency connectivity, Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) control, and audio/video transmission through a single Ethernet cable, reducing setup complexity and cabling costs. This makes Panasonic’s lineup of NDI-supported products—such as PTZ cameras like the AW-UE160 and AW-UE100, and studio cameras like the AK-UCX100—ideal for scalable, high-quality video production across industries.

Why Panasonic’s 4K Cameras and NDI Support Are Game-Changers for IP Video Production

Panasonic’s expansion of its 4K camera lineup and enhanced NDI support is a game-changer for IP-based video production. With high-resolution imaging, advanced color reproduction, and seamless IP workflows, these cameras offer flexibility for a wide range of productions, from live events and broadcast to education and corporate video.

The AK-UCX100 delivers professional-grade content in live environments, while the AW-UB50 and AW-UB10 offer cinema-quality video production in a versatile form factor. The addition of NDI support simplifies the transition to IP video workflows, making it easier for production teams to integrate cameras into their networked environments.

Panasonic’s move to make NDI support a standard feature across its product range will allow video production teams to streamline their workflows, reduce costs, and create more engaging content for their audiences.

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