Panasonic is adding to its CX series of popular professional camcorders with the Panasonic Connect AG-CX370.
The CX370 features 4K image quality and IP-based live production capabilities. It will be showcased at the NAB Show in Las Vegas from 6th-9th April 2025.
The CX370 delivers 4K/60p/10-bit MOV recording with a high-efficiency HEVC/H.265 codec. It also features a high-definition, high-sensitivity 1.0-type 15M MOS sensor, and Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) for HDR recording. It also features broadcast-quality image tuning, with 16-axis independent colour correction.
The high-end CX370 features built-in NDI®* HX2 IP connectivity for IP-based transmissions and camera control. When connected to NDI®-compatible devices, such as switchers and decoders, NDI® HX2 delivers smooth, high-quality IP-based live video production[1]. The CX370 supports 4K direct streaming via the RTMP, RTMPS, and RTSP protocols – and the next-generation, IP-based SRT protocols.
When compared to predecessor CX Series camcorders, the CX370 now supports the 12G-SDI output, enabling high-quality, low-latency uncompressed 4K video to be streamed to professional broadcast equipment. The CX370 also supports simultaneous 4K output via SDI-HDMI outputs.
The CX370 featurs a 24.5mm (35mm equivalent) wide-angle zoom lens, with 20x optical zoom. It also has high-precision auto-focus technology with face detection, auto-tracking, and five-axis hybrid image stabilisation. This detects and corrects any unwanted camera shaking.
Unlike the CX350 model, the camera features two balanced XLR inputs and a 3.5mm stereo mini-jack input. This enables support for up to four external microphones or line-level audio for 4-channel 24-bit LPCM audio recording.
In addition to the CX370’s compatibility with the AVC-ULTRA (P2 MXF) format[2], the camera supports the File Transfer Protocol[3], enabling recorded clips to be shared with broadcasters via a wired network, Wi-Fi (AJ-WM50E optional) or USB tethering through a mobile phone. This streamlines production workflows and reduces the time required to air content.
The newly integrated GENLOCK input terminal delivers broadcast-quality synchronisation in multi-camera environments, whilst visuals can be simultaneously displayed across multiple high-definition LCD displays and viewfinders. Focus and zoom settings can also be easily adjusted through wired remote control, or through IP-based networks over a LAN connection.
“In the CX370, we’ve listened to the needs of our CX350 users, who were looking for additional functionality and mobility, regardless of whether they were on-location or in the studio,” says Andre Meterian, Director of Professional Video Systems for Panasonic Connect Europe. “The CX370 is therefore a natural next step in consolidating our market-leading position in delivering 4K-ready camcorders that enable professionals to seamlessly shoot and stream video over IP-based networks.”
*NDI® is a video connectivity technology and is registered as a trademark by Vizrt NDI AB in the United States and other countries.
[1] Recording, streaming and 4K output are not available in NDI HX2 mode.
[2] Not all AVC-ULTRA formats are supported, and standard P2 cards are not compatible.
[3] Available through future support via planned firmware update.
Pippa Considine
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