Panasonic AW-HE38H Full HD PTZ Camera with 22x Optical Zoom

The Panasonic AW-HE38H PTZ Camera delivers professional HD imaging and precise remote camera control for conference video, event capture, staging, distance learning, houses of worship, remote production, and IMAG applications. Equipped with a 1/2.8" single MOS sensor and precision 22x optical zoom lens, the AW-HE38H provides excellent image quality with the flexibility to capture both wide views and detailed shots of distant subjects.

With HDMI output, IP connectivity, IP Preview, and PoE+, the AW-HE38H is designed for flexible installation and centralized camera management. Smooth PTZ movement, a wide ±175° pan and -30° to +90° tilt range, movement speeds up to 90° per second, up to 100 presets, and Night Mode make it a versatile choice for demanding professional AV installations.

1/2.8" Single MOS Sensor

The AW-HE38H features a 1/2.8" single MOS sensor engineered to provide high-quality HD video for professional production and AV applications.

Its imaging performance makes the camera suitable for conferences, presentations, education, worship services, live events, and other environments where clear video and dependable remote operation are essential.

Precision 22x Optical Zoom

A powerful 22x optical zoom lens provides the reach required to capture subjects across larger rooms and venues.

Operators can transition from wider establishing shots to detailed close-ups of speakers, instructors, performers, presenters, and other subjects without physically moving the camera.

Wide Field of View

The AW-HE38H combines its powerful optical zoom with a wide field of view, giving operators greater flexibility when framing both broad scenes and individual subjects.

This versatility is particularly useful when a single installed camera needs to cover multiple areas within a room, auditorium, stage, or worship space.

Smooth PTZ Operation

Precision pan, tilt, and zoom mechanisms provide smooth PTZ movement for professional live-production and remote-camera applications.

Smooth movement helps create more natural camera transitions during conferences, live events, presentations, performances, and IMAG productions.

Wide ±175° Pan Range

The camera provides an extensive ±175° horizontal pan range, allowing it to cover a broad shooting area from a fixed installation position.

This wide movement range gives operators greater flexibility when following activity across stages, presentation areas, classrooms, and other large spaces.

-30° to +90° Tilt Range

A -30° to +90° tilt range provides substantial vertical positioning flexibility.

Combined with its wide pan range, the AW-HE38H can cover podiums, stages, audience areas, presentation screens, and other important shooting positions.

Fast 90°/Second Movement

Pan and tilt movement can operate at speeds of up to 90° per second, providing fast response to remote camera-control commands.

Rapid positioning helps operators quickly move between different subjects and preset positions during live productions.

Quiet Camera Operation

The AW-HE38H operates at a sound level of NC35 or lower, helping minimize distracting mechanical noise during camera movement.

Quiet operation makes it particularly useful for classrooms, conference rooms, houses of worship, studios, theaters, and other noise-sensitive environments.

HDMI Video Output

Integrated HDMI output provides convenient connectivity with compatible video switchers, recorders, displays, capture systems, and other professional AV equipment.

This makes the AW-HE38H easy to incorporate into HDMI-based production and presentation systems.

IP Video Connectivity

The AW-HE38H provides IP connectivity for network-based professional AV environments.

Network connectivity helps support remote production and centralized camera operation while providing greater flexibility when designing multi-camera systems.

IP Preview

Integrated IP Preview transmission allows operators to monitor the camera's video through a compatible network connection.

Remote preview helps operators confirm camera framing and positioning without requiring physical access to the camera location.

Remote IP Control

The AW-HE38H supports camera control over IP, allowing PTZ functions to be managed remotely through compatible network infrastructure.

This capability is particularly valuable for centralized production environments and installations with cameras positioned throughout multiple rooms or facilities.

PoE+ Support

Integrated PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus) allows compatible network infrastructure to provide power to the camera through a LAN cable.

PoE+ can reduce the need for separate power cabling at the camera location, providing greater installation flexibility for ceiling, wall, and other permanent mounting applications.

Flexible Network Installation

Combining PoE+, IP Preview, and network-based camera control helps streamline professional PTZ camera installation and management.

This network-focused architecture can reduce cabling requirements while making cameras easier to operate from centralized production locations.

Up to 100 Presets

The AW-HE38H can store up to 100 preset positions and camera settings, providing rapid access to frequently used shots.

Presets can be used for podiums, stages, audience areas, presentation screens, performers, speakers, and other predetermined positions.

Night Mode

The AW-HE38H incorporates Night Mode for specialized applications requiring video capture under extremely low-light conditions.

When conventional color imaging is no longer practical, Night Mode allows the camera to capture high-quality HD monochrome video.

Optional 850nm IR Illumination

Night Mode can be used with an optional 850nm infrared illuminator to support shooting in environments approaching total darkness.

This expands the camera's capabilities beyond conventional AV production into specialized low-light applications.

Designed for Remote Production

The combination of 22x optical zoom, smooth PTZ operation, IP Preview, remote control, and PoE+ makes the AW-HE38H particularly well suited for remote-production environments.

Operators can monitor and reposition the camera without needing to remain physically stationed at the camera location.

Optimized for IMAG

The AW-HE38H is also well suited for image magnification (IMAG) applications where live camera images are displayed on larger screens throughout a venue.

Its powerful zoom, responsive PTZ movement, and wide shooting range allow operators to capture detailed views of speakers and performers from a distance.

Specialized Low-Light Applications

The combination of Night Mode and optional infrared illumination makes the AW-HE38H useful for specialized applications beyond conventional live production.

Potential applications include reality show production, sleep laboratory research, and staging support where subjects may need to be captured under extremely limited visible light.

Lightweight & Versatile Design

The AW-HE38H combines professional imaging, powerful zoom, and remote PTZ functionality within a lightweight integrated camera design.

Its versatile combination of HDMI, IP connectivity, PoE+, presets, quiet operation, and low-light functionality makes it suitable for both permanent installations and professional production environments.