Panasonic is showcasing a prototype 4K 360 degree real-time camera, designed for virtual reality viewing, at IBC. Featuring four cameras, synchronised to create a single 4K equi-rectangular image, the camera system has a camera head and a base unit with connecting cables. This enables real-time stitching and distribution of 360 degree images for a number of applications, such as stadiums or concerts, giving viewers the sense of being in the midst of the action. Panasonic also released launch details of the multi-purpose camera, a 4K box camera equipped with a B4 mount aimed at sports, remote studios, live concerts and aerial shooting. It provides 4K output (3G x 4) and HD-SDI output simultaneously and is available from November 2016.
The Panasonic AK-UB300 4K box camera.
The final 4K innovation at the show sees a collaboration with Intel on a new expressP2 card reader. The AU-XPD3 is made for supporting super-high-definition data transfer, including 4K. Equipped with Thunderbolt 3 offering 40Gbps data transfer, it can achieve data speeds of up to 10Gbps, the fastest workflow speed in the industry. It is planned for release in the first quarter of 2017. IBC 2016 also sees a demonstration of Panasonic's Media over IP solution, using a newly-developed MoIP gateway for 4K and HD. It has the capability to deliver high definition Media over IP networks in nearly real time, sufficient for seamless video switching.
Panasonic also introduced a new Full HD integrated outdoor camera. Set for release in summer 2017, the camera features a water, dust and salt-air resistant shell and a wiper to ensure continued quality recording whatever the conditions. It also features a newly developed image stabiliser to capture clear video using vibration compensation.
Meanwhile Avid has announced complete integration with Panasonic's AVC Ultra-LongG video format across its production workflow software. AVC Ultra-LongG is popular among news organisations and broadcasters around the world. Avid's unique splicing capability of AVC Ultra-LongG streams is an industry first and allows for changes to be made to existing sequences without requiring a full re-encode upon playout. The complete end-to-end production workflow with Avid allows broadcasters to invest in the new camera platform without risking interruption of well-established operational practices.
In addition to some really exciting product developments, Panasonic is making a commitment to lead the movement towards HDR within the video industry by supplying HDR-ready technology that supports this shift, adds Andre Meterian, Panasonic,Director of Panasonic's Professional Camera, Europe. Both the Varicam 35 and Varicam LT for example have 14-plus stops of latitude, which exceeds the dynamic range specifications required for HDR content delivery. For live broadcasts in HDR, we will ensure a smooth migration to HDR from the current SDR systems and make it possible for both SDR and HDR content to go out on air simultaneously.
Panasonic is also working towards making Media over IP a reality across the broadcast industry by actively taking part in a number of activities to improve the interoperability of the technology.
At IBC2016, Panasonic is joining the Joint Interop Demonstration in the Feature Zone in Hall8, where we would be demonstrating our SMPTE ST2110 (TR-03) and AMWA IS-04 (nmos) implementation, says Meterian. Panasonic will strive to help develop a common set of standards for effective MoIP broadcasting.
Finally, Panasonic announced it will release a new 1.5-inch HD viewfinder this winter. The AJ-CVF50G is a newly developed display capable of continuous images without causing burn-in. It enables users to see the entire picture within the viewfinder at all times, even at a distance from the viewfinder. The AJ-CVF50G also has quick response making it suitable for recording sport events and features one-touch switching of monochrome and colour mode.
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Panasonic is showcasing a prototype 4K 360 degree real-time camera, designed for virtual reality viewing, at IBC. Featuring four cameras, synchronised to create a single 4K equi-rectangular image, the camera system has a camera head and a base unit with connecting cables. This enables real-time stitching and distribution of 360 degree images for a number of applications, such as stadiums or concerts, giving viewers the sense of being in the midst of the action. Panasonic also released launch details of the multi-purpose camera, a 4K box camera equipped with a B4 mount aimed at sports, remote studios, live concerts and aerial shooting. It provides 4K output (3G x 4) and HD-SDI output simultaneously and is available from November 2016. 
