Professional Cameras

The panasonic ag-dvx100a is the kind of camera that sends shivers down the spines of pro videographers and serious amateurs with modest budgets. If you relish the rare pieces of gear that are both affordable and designed for professional use, you’re probably already familiar with this minidv model’s predecessor, the ag-dvx100. That version made news by being the only 24p camera available for less than $25,000, and its successor competes with only one other 24p model in the current prosumer market, canon’s xl2. While the dvx100a makes only modest improvements over its predecessor, they’re very well thought out, and they demonstrate that panasonic is listening to what its serious customers want. If you don’t need 24p capture or very advanced features, this camera might be overkill–it’s definitely not for the point-and-shoot crowd. While the dvx100a can function automatically, its exceptional feature set will come alive only in the hands of a knowledgeable user.