Panasonic attends NAB 2025 with a broad portfolio

He standing by Panasonic at NAB 2025, divided into five zones and a hands-on experience area focused on Kairos, features live demonstrations and exhibits highlighting the Japanese manufacturer's latest video technologies, workflows and product range.

In the live studio that Panasonic has deployed in the Las Vegas Convention Center, it exhibits the 4K studio cameras AK-UCX100, integrated 4K cameras AW-UE150AW/AK and camcorders with memory cards AG-CX370 and AG-CX20. Visitors can also test the moiré-resistant performance of the AK-UCX100 by using it to record a large LED screen. Additionally, it displays a prototype of the new 4K multipurpose camera as a static sample. It is also possible to try the full-frame mirrorless camera Lumix S1RII and the application Lumix Flow, designed to streamline video production workflows. You can also see the complete line of PTZ cameras from Panasonic, which is widely used in conference rooms, meeting rooms, television studios and live events.

In another area it is possible to become familiar with the ST 2110 workflows tailored to live sports and stadium productions, as well as strategies to streamline corporate events and achieve precise color adjustments in live video production.

Taking advantage of AI

In the production area, visitors can experience a hands-on demonstration of add-ons for Media Production Suite, an AI-powered software platform that enhances recording in online lectures, webinars, academic conferences and presentations, delivering smooth, high-quality production. Incorporating AI technology, the plugin Advanced Auto Framing automatically creates very natural, perfectly framed shots with PTZ cameras. Furthermore, the complement Auto Tracking uses AI-powered facial recognition and human detection to accurately track subjects, even when they move unpredictably.

The complement Video Mixer Expand creative possibilities even further with advanced video compositing. An upcoming update will introduce an AI effects filter for real-time mosaic processing that integrates accurate AI facial detection and facial recognition. Once installed on a PC, it can automatically detect faces and apply specific filters, such as mosaic blur, while recording.

In the area intended for collaboration, it is possible to experience the system of ceiling array microphone, a solution that seamlessly combines in-person and online communication to improve hybrid meetings and conferences. Integrated with the new procesador AV WR-AV800, the system allows synchronized audio and video control with multiple PTZ cameras.

4K multipurpose camera

The successor of the AK-UB300 It is planned to be released between the fourth quarter of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026. The new model will incorporate the same image processing engine as the AK-UCX100 studio camera and the AW-UE160 professional PTZ camera for perfect color matching between cameras within the same system. It will support SMPTE ST 2110 workflows, as well as multiple IP outputs, including 12G-SDI, and a 2/3-inch bayonet mount. Featuring Panasonic's signature octagonal design for multi-purpose cameras, the new 4K multi-purpose camera will also offer improved handling and usability.

On the other hand, the camera AK-UCX100 offers 2000 TV lines of horizontal resolution and HLG/BT.2020 support with a wide dynamic range and an expanded color gamut, making it ideal for studio production, sports broadcasting and live event production. It can operate without a camera control unit (CCU) and is compatible with multiple IP standards, including 12G-SDI (dual outputs), SMPTE ST 2110, high bandwidth NDI and SRT. Additionally, for long distance camera setups, it integrates with the AK-CFA100 Camera Fiber Adapter for fiber optic transmissions up to 2 km.

Regarding the camera AW-UE150AW/AK combines high-quality images and flexible operation, including enhanced simultaneous pan, tilt and zoom capabilities, as well as high-bandwidth NDI support. Seamlessly integrates with remote production systems to deliver exceptional image quality and versatility.

The box-style 4K multipurpose cameras AW-UB50 and AW-UB10 launched in 2024 will receive two important updates. First of all, the Movicom Robyhead D2, a compatible pan and tilt head, will be available from the second quarter of 2025. The new head will support the same IP control protocol as Panasonic PTZ cameras, allowing pan, tilt, zoom and lens control via the AW-RP150 PTZ camera controller. Secondly, it will introduce the NDI HX2 support for the AW-UB10 in Q2 2025 and for the AW-UB50 in Q3 2025. The upgrade will enable video, audio, control and power over a single Ethernet cable, and will also provide efficient compressed video for greater flexibility and efficiency in video production workflows.

As far as camcorders with memory cards are concerned, the AG-CX370 It offers 4K/UHD resolution, 10-bit depth and HDR support with V-Log/HLG, and supports recording formats including the P2HD broadcast standard. It is equipped with 12G-SDI output, 4-channel audio input and IP connectivity with NDI HX2 for live camera applications.

The cameras AG-CX20, HC-X2100, HC-X1600 y HC-X1200 They combine broadcast-quality images and great mobility, they have a lightweight body for long 4K/60p recordings. With a 25mm wide-angle lens (35mm equivalent) and 24x optical zoom, they deliver high-quality video capture in a variety of environments. Additionally, 4K High Precision AF and Face Detection/Tracking AE and AF provide advanced recording support for very smooth and efficient recording.