Panasonic has announced its new AK-UBX100 4K multi-purpose camera, as well as an update for the AK-UCX100 that will enable auto focus capabilities.
According to Panasonic, the AK-UCX100 4K multi-purpose camera is the first in the world to feature an auto-focus function for 2/3-type 4K studio cameras.
AK-UBX100
Launching in late 2025, the UBX100 is a box-style 4K camera that was designed to meet the evolving demands of modern video production. It uses the same 2/3-type bayonet lens mount sensor and processing platform as the UCX100. The UBX100 is claimed to deliver the same operation and color matching for devices such as the AW-UE160 PTZ camera.
The UBX100 camera features a unified menu interface and compatibility with common remote operation panels (ROP) to ensure control across production setups. Its interoperability with the Panasonic UCX100 and UE160 enables streamlined workflows, making it a good choice for multi-camera environments.
The UBX100 supports a broad range of IP protocols, including SMPTE ST 2110, NDI High-Bandwidth and NDI HX2, and SRT. It offers connectivity options through dual 12G-SDI and SFP+/28 ports.
It weighs in at approximately 1.9kg/ 4.18 lb, and the camera’s lightweight and compact design make it well-suited for robotic mounting and flexible lens configurations. An HD optical low-pass filter is claimed to enhance suppression, delivering crisp, high-quality imagery even in visually complex scenes.
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The UCX100 will be the first 2/3-type 4K studio camera to support auto-focus, ahead of the UBX100. This breakthrough innovation addresses the growing need for consistent image quality in environments using LED walls, projectors, and advanced lighting, where production demands often exceed the limits of manual shooting. Please note that the auto-focus functionality won’t be added until the middle of 2026 via a firmware update.
There are also further function enhancements scheduled for the UCX100 studio camera, including the addition of Low Skew Mode, which enhances image stability, making it especially effective in fast-paced or high-motion productions. Expanded Video TRUNK functionality with support for 12G-SDI output enables high-bandwidth signal transmission, ensuring seamless integration with advanced broadcast infrastructure.
To maintain uniform image quality across the frame, the camera introduces automatic correction for F-drop and peripheral light falloff, minimizing exposure inconsistencies. Rounding out these upgrades is remote back focus adjustment, allowing operators to fine-tune focus with precision from a distance, streamlining setup, and reducing on-site complexity.
