Latest Panasonic CX Series Camcorder to Bring Enhanced Capabilities and 10-bit 4K Video

While mirrorless and cinema cameras seem to get the majority of the love in the indie filmmaking and video production communities these days, the camcorder is not as long-forgotten as you might think. In fact, for many video professionals who work in some combo of production, broadcast, and live stream industries, camcorders—like the CX series from Panasonic—can be great options.Following up on the success of its previous AG-CX350 model, Panasonic is launching a new AG-CX370 version that aims to offer enhanced system capabilities for even greater performance. Some top specs will include 10-bit 4K recording, a wide-angle high-magnification zoom lens, and HDR compatibility with V-Log/HLG.Let’s look at this new Panasonic AG-CX370 camcorder and explore what it can offer for high-end, yet versatile, professional video work.Introducing the Panasonic AG-CX370The Panasonic AG-CX370 is a high-end handheld camcorder that should be a nice workhorse option for a seasoned video pro who wants to handle a wide range of project types. Along with the 10-bit 4K recording, wide-angle high-magnification zoom lens, and HDR compatibility with V-Log/HLG mentioned above, the Panasonic AG-CX370 will also feature a manual three-ring control that should offer great usability and versatility. The camcorder will also include advanced connectivity features such as streaming, SRT, and NDI1 HX2. These features should be popular with professionals looking for versatility with video production and broadcasting, further aided by an SDI output terminal that now supports 12G for high-quality, uncompressed 4K video streaming to the latest video equipment. High-Quality Audio and VideoSimultaneous 4K output via SDI and HDMI will also be supported and a newly integrated GENLOCK input terminal will further enable broadcast-quality synchronization in multi-camera systems. The Panasonic AG-CX370 will also be able to record quality audio as in addition to two XLR inputs, a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack input will support up to four external microphones for 4-channel audio recording, plus each channel will have a dedicated volume control for precise manual adjustment. Another neat perk of the AG-CX370 will be a vertical video flag that will enable shooters to ingest, play, or edit as a vertical video by using video editing software.Key Features and SpecsFor more specs and features, here’s the full list of key info shared by Panasonic on this new camcorder:Wide-angle, High magnification Zoom Lens with Three Manual Rings• Professional three-ring control (zoom, focus, and iris).• 24.5 mm (35mm equivalent) wide-angle 20x optical zoom, and i.Zoom.• High-precision AF with face detection, auto-tracking, and 5-axis hybrid image stabilization.High-quality 4K Video with HDR/V-Log Gamma• High-definition, high-sensitivity 1.0-type 15M MOS sensor.• Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) for HDR recording, along with V-Log Gamma adopted from Panasonic'sVARICAM cinema cameras.• Broadcast-quality image tuning with 16-axis independent color correction.Advanced Streaming and IP-based Live Production Capabilities• 4K direct streaming via RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP and SRT protocols.• LAN port with NDI® HX compatibility for seamless IP-based live production.Multi-Codec and Dual Slots for Flexible Recording• 4K/60p/10-bit MOV recording with high-efficiency HEVC codec.• HD recording compatible with AVC-ULTRA (P2 MXF)¹ and AVCHD formats.• 10-bit variable frame rate (VFR) without cropping.• 4-channel 24-bit PCM audio recording.• Dual memory card slots support relay, simultaneous, and background recording.• Pre-REC, interval recording, timestamping, and still image capture.Enhanced System Expandability and Mobility for Professional Use• Focus/zoom wired remote control, IP remote control over LAN, and wireless remote control via tablet or smartphone.• V-Log or V709 in V-Log, or HDR/SDR in HLG, for each video output (SDI, HDMI, and LCD).• Fully compatible with multi-camera systems with GENLOCK IN and TC IN/OUT terminals.• TSL protocol for switcher-linked tally display.• Simultaneous display on high-brightness, high-definition LCDs and EVFs.• Low power consumption and high-capacity, fast-charging battery for extended recording.Price and AvailabilityThere has been no pricing shared just yet on this new Panasonic AG-CX370, however, Panasonic has shared that interested video pros can check out the AG-CX370 at NAB 2025 from April 6th through the 9th at Booth #N1311.

Mar 24, 2025 - 19:39

Latest Panasonic CX Series Camcorder to Bring Enhanced Capabilities and 10-bit 4K Video

While mirrorless and cinema cameras seem to get the majority of the love in the indie filmmaking and video production communities these days, the camcorder is not as long-forgotten as you might think. In fact, for many video professionals who work in some combo of production, broadcast, and live stream industries, camcorders—like the CX series from Panasonic—can be great options.

Following up on the success of its previous AG-CX350 model, Panasonic is launching a new AG-CX370 version that aims to offer enhanced system capabilities for even greater performance. Some top specs will include 10-bit 4K recording, a wide-angle high-magnification zoom lens, and HDR compatibility with V-Log/HLG.

Let’s look at this new Panasonic AG-CX370 camcorder and explore what it can offer for high-end, yet versatile, professional video work.

Introducing the Panasonic AG-CX370

The Panasonic AG-CX370 is a high-end handheld camcorder that should be a nice workhorse option for a seasoned video pro who wants to handle a wide range of project types. Along with the 10-bit 4K recording, wide-angle high-magnification zoom lens, and HDR compatibility with V-Log/HLG mentioned above, the Panasonic AG-CX370 will also feature a manual three-ring control that should offer great usability and versatility.

The camcorder will also include advanced connectivity features such as streaming, SRT, and NDI1 HX2. These features should be popular with professionals looking for versatility with video production and broadcasting, further aided by an SDI output terminal that now supports 12G for high-quality, uncompressed 4K video streaming to the latest video equipment.

High-Quality Audio and Video

Simultaneous 4K output via SDI and HDMI will also be supported and a newly integrated GENLOCK input terminal will further enable broadcast-quality synchronization in multi-camera systems.

The Panasonic AG-CX370 will also be able to record quality audio as in addition to two XLR inputs, a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack input will support up to four external microphones for 4-channel audio recording, plus each channel will have a dedicated volume control for precise manual adjustment.

Another neat perk of the AG-CX370 will be a vertical video flag that will enable shooters to ingest, play, or edit as a vertical video by using video editing software.

Key Features and Specs

For more specs and features, here’s the full list of key info shared by Panasonic on this new camcorder:

Wide-angle, High magnification Zoom Lens with Three Manual Rings
• Professional three-ring control (zoom, focus, and iris).
• 24.5 mm (35mm equivalent) wide-angle 20x optical zoom, and i.Zoom.
• High-precision AF with face detection, auto-tracking, and 5-axis hybrid image stabilization.

High-quality 4K Video with HDR/V-Log Gamma
• High-definition, high-sensitivity 1.0-type 15M MOS sensor.
• Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) for HDR recording, along with V-Log Gamma adopted from Panasonic's

VARICAM cinema cameras.
• Broadcast-quality image tuning with 16-axis independent color correction.

Advanced Streaming and IP-based Live Production Capabilities
• 4K direct streaming via RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP and SRT protocols.
• LAN port with NDI® HX compatibility for seamless IP-based live production.

Multi-Codec and Dual Slots for Flexible Recording
• 4K/60p/10-bit MOV recording with high-efficiency HEVC codec.
• HD recording compatible with AVC-ULTRA (P2 MXF)¹ and AVCHD formats.
• 10-bit variable frame rate (VFR) without cropping.
• 4-channel 24-bit PCM audio recording.
• Dual memory card slots support relay, simultaneous, and background recording.
• Pre-REC, interval recording, timestamping, and still image capture.Enhanced System Expandability and Mobility for Professional Use
• Focus/zoom wired remote control, IP remote control over LAN, and wireless remote control via tablet or smartphone.
• V-Log or V709 in V-Log, or HDR/SDR in HLG, for each video output (SDI, HDMI, and LCD).
• Fully compatible with multi-camera systems with GENLOCK IN and TC IN/OUT terminals.
• TSL protocol for switcher-linked tally display.• Simultaneous display on high-brightness, high-definition LCDs and EVFs.• Low power consumption and high-capacity, fast-charging battery for extended recording.

Price and Availability

There has been no pricing shared just yet on this new Panasonic AG-CX370, however, Panasonic has shared that interested video pros can check out the AG-CX370 at NAB 2025 from April 6th through the 9th at Booth #N1311.