Panasonic AU-EVA1 Compact 5.7K Super 35mm Cinema Camera
Product Highlights
- - Super 35mm 5.7K Sensor
- - Dual Native ISO
- - EF Lens Mount
- - Records 4K up to 60 fps
- - Records 2K up to 240 fps
- - 5.7K Raw Output via BNC
- - 10-Bit, 4:2:2 Processing
- - Records to SD Cards
- - V-Log and V-Gamut Capture
- - SDI and HDMI Video Outputs
Infusing high-resolution recording into a small form factor camera body gives DPs and camera operators the flexibility to achieve cinema-grade images in spaces normally restrictive of larger camera systems. Additionally, since tactile controls and I/O connections are available on the exterior of the camera, the overall design doesn't sacrifice conventional ergonomics for traditional shooting scenarios whether operating handheld or locked down atop a tripod.
- 5.7K Sensor
- Panasonic's 5.7K sensor is at the heart of this camera. Its high resolution allows for oversampled 4K footage, resulting in sharp images with reduced aliasing and increased color fidelity over native 4K Bayer-pattern sensors. Video is recorded on widely available SD cards, providing high-quality recording on accessible, industry-standard media. The full active resolution of the 5.7K sensor can be output via the SDI port as a 10-bit raw data stream for external recording by a compatible recorder.
- Dual Native ISO
- Utilizing a process that allows the sensor to be read in a fundamentally different way, Dual Native ISO extracts more information from the sensor without affecting the image in the same way as increasing the gain or shifting the gamma. This results in the EVA1 being a camera that can switch from standard sensitivity to high sensitivity with minimal, if any, impact by way of image artifacting. For further reducing noise, several noise reduction modes have been added with firmware 2.5.
- V-Log and V-Gamut Capture
- Combining Panasonic-developed V-Log and V-Gamut, the EVA1 can capture a wide exposure latitude and represent a wide color palette. V-Log has exposure curve characteristics that are somewhat reminiscent of negative film, while V-Gamut delivers a color space even larger than film. Having both tools enables the EVA1 to be used in production workflows for both HDR and SDR production.
- Native EF Lens Mount
- Panasonic chose the EF lens mount to enable shooters to natively use the broad EF lens ecosystem, encompassing many brands of lenses. The lens mount features electronic contacts for communication with compatible lenses and enables one-push autofocus.
- Electronic Image Stabilization
- The EVA1 can electronically compensate for vibrations induced by shooting handheld or shoulder-mounted. This feature is especially useful for documentarians and other shooters that employ the run-and-gun style.
- Integrated Motorized Filters
- Available in 2, 4, and 6 stops, the built-in ND filter wheel enables the camera operator to have precise control over their image. If you wish to open up your lens while maintaining a set shutter speed, the ND filters can help reduce the exposure to retain your image's highlights. The IR-cut filter can also be actuated electronically, allowing for night vision and unique photographic effects.
- SD Card Recording
- Proprietary media can be expensive, but the EVA1 uses relatively affordable SDXC memory to record video. V60-rated SD cards support all internal recording modes, including the 10-bit 4:2:2 4K modes. Having dual card slots means you can continuously record from card to card, or record to both cards simultaneously for a backup.
- Recording Modes
- The EVA1 can record in several formats and compression rates, and offers up to 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling, even at 4K resolutions. For in-camera recording, you can capture in SDI 4K (4096 x 2160), UHD 4K (3840 x 2160), 2K (2048 x 1080), Full HD (1920 x 1080), and HD (1280 x 720). For high-speed capture, the EVA1 offers up to 59.94 fps for 4K, up to 120 fps for 2K and Full HD, or 240 fps with an image sensor crop.
- I/O
- On the body of the camera you'll find dual balanced XLR audio inputs for professional shotgun microphones, lavalier microphones, and line outputs. The HDMI and SDI video outputs are 4K-capable and can each be adjusted separately, allowing for HD to be fed to a viewfinder or other third-party monitor while 4K is sent to an outboard recorder or monitor. The camera is also equipped with standard timecode functionality.
- Included Battery and Charger
- Bundled with the EVA1 is the AG-VBR59 battery, which should give approximately an hour and a half of continuous operating time and a charge time of approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. Optional separately available VBR batteries can extend the runtime of this camera.
- Built-In Monitoring Tools
- As a professional video production tool, the EVA1 contains several professional imaging tools including Peaking, Expand (Image Zoom), Waveform, Zebras, and Spotmeter (Y-Get). The EVA1 also utilizes Focus Squares, a feature originally found in the VariCam line which displays an array of green squares that grow in size when their local area appears to be sharp, enabling shooters to achieve critical focus.
Image Sensor Image Sensor Size Super35 Sensor Resolution 6340 x 3232 (20.49 MP) Effective Sensor Resolution 5720 x 3016 (17.25 MP) ISO 800 (Native) , 200 to 2000 (Expanded)
2500 (Native) , 1000 to 25,600 (Expanded)Advertised Dynamic Range 14 Stops Camera Lens Mount Canon EF Lens Communication Yes Shutter Speed 1/24 to 1/8000 sec Built-In ND Filter Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters Recording Media 2 x SDXC Card Slots (V60 or faster cards recommended) Interfaces Video Connectors 1 x BNC (6G-SDI) Output
1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0) Output
1 x HDMI OutputAudio Connectors 2 x 3-Pin XLR Input Other I/O 1 x USB Type-A
1 x 40-Pin Monitor Output
1 x BNC Timecode Input/Output
1 x 2.5 mm LANC Control InputDisplay Display Type LCD 3.5" / Touchscreen Screen Resolution 1,150,000 Dots Power Battery Type Panasonic AG-VBR Series Power Connectors 1 x Barrel Input Power Consumption 19 W General Accessory Mount 1 x 1/4"-20 Female
1 x Cold Shoe MountDimensions & Weight 17 x 13.5 x 13.3 cm / 2.1 Kg
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