Panasonic details the Lumix BS1H, box camera for cinema and live shows

The Lumix BS1H, the new full-frame mirrorless digital box-style camera from Panasonic, has a sensor CMOS Full-Frame the 35 mm 24.2 megapixels which captures content with an active resolution of 6,024 x 4,016.

In addition, it has a OLPF (optical low pass filter), which suppresses the moire and inaccurate color reproduction. The sensor, which has a Native Dual ISO, minimizes noise generation by choosing an optimal circuit based on sensitivity before gain processing.

Maximizing the use of image sensor pixels Full-Frame, the Lumix BS1H It is capable of recording high resolution video in 6K/24p, 5.4K/30p (3:2 aspect ratio) or 5.9K/30p (16:9 aspect ratio). Also provides video recording HEVC de 10 bits 60p 4K/C4K when using the image area equivalent to Super 35mm. The 4:2:2 10-bit 4K30p can be recorded in H.264 in its full area. Its high-resolution data can also be used to create 4K videos with higher image quality or to crop 4K images.

La cámara de Panasonic también destaca por ofrecer contar con 14 pasos de rango dinámico con V-Log, su capacidad para recopilar la gama de colores V-Gamut, compatibilidad con HDR, una curva gamma compatible con ITU-R BT.2100, y una tecnología de detección de sujetos en tiempo real.

Formatos de grabación

La Lumix BS1H es capaz de ofrecer una salida HDMI 4:2:2 de 10 bits 60p/50p adoptando una nueva estructura de dispersión del calor. Gracias a esta característica, se consigue una grabación de vídeo ilimitada en una variedad de formatos de grabación, incluyendo el modo anamórfico 4:3. Capaz de trabajar en RAW, sus datos pueden gestionarse a través de HDMI para guardar Apple ProRes RAW in it atoms Ninja V o guardar Blackmagic RAW in it Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR.

On the other hand, the variable frame rate (VFR) allows users to record fast-motion or slow-motion video in C4K/4K (60 fps, maximum 2.5 times slower in 24p) and FHD (180 fps, maximum 7.5 times slower in 24p). Additionally, the Panasonic device can record HFR (High Frame Rate) video with sound, even when using autofocus. Additionally, there are a wide variety of effects available to produce a slow motion video through the post-production process.

To support the growing demand for streaming, the BS1H also offers a streaming function IP that allows remote and high-quality image transmission to the online streaming platform with connection to PC via wired LAN. Notably, the LUMIX BS1H can stream 4K 60p (50p) video in H.265.

Connections, multicam and more

Panasonic's new camera, with a body made of aluminum and magnesium alloy, is presented as a light, versatile and compact device. However, despite these dimensions, it does not give up a wide variety of ports: in addition to a USB 3.1 Type-C, is equipped with a terminal 3G-SDI (BNC) y un HDMI Tipo-A, which can be used for simultaneous output. On the other hand, it has a double SD card slot.

The BS1H can be combined for multi-camera production using its integrated Genlock IN (BNC) and Timecode IN/OUT (BNC) functions. Connected to a LAN network, up to 12 BS1H They can be controlled using the Panasonic Lumix Tether for Multicam PC software.

Other keys to the new Panasonic Lumix BS1H are its tally lights, one front and one rear; its operation lock switch and its five function buttons; 3.5 port supports audio jack and microphone support XLR DMW-XLR1; 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity; and an SDK for camera control via USB/LAN which will be provided free of charge.