Panavision Genesis Digital Cinema Camera
The Panavision Genesis is a 12.4 MP Super 35 cinema camera — with 1920 x 1080 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Panavision Genesis Digital Cinema Camera
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Camera Overview — Panavision Genesis
Key Features — Panavision Genesis
Super 35 Cinema Sensor: 12.4MP Super 35 sensor delivers a field of view and depth-of-field rendering consistent with traditional 35mm film cinematography.
10-Bit Log Recording: Records at 10-bit log per channel, preserving wide dynamic range for extensive color grading flexibility in post-production.
Panalog Color Science: Custom Panavision/Sony DSP with Panalog log processing, Wide Gamut, and 10-bit log profiles built for high-end color workflows.
Panavision Lens Mount: Native Panavision mount gives direct access to Panavision's full range of Primo, Anamorphic, and specialty cinema lenses.
Cinema & Broadcast Frame Rates: Supports 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, and 50fps to cover feature film, episodic television, and broadcast production formats.
1920 x 1080 HD Output: Captures full 1080 HD video, the broadcast and digital cinema delivery standard at the time of the camera's production era.
Camera Specifications — Panavision Genesis
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Documentary, Video / Cinematography |
| Type | Other |
| Sensor | Super 35 |
| Resolution | 12.4 MP |
| Processor | Custom Panavision/Sony DSP (Panalog log processing) |
| ISO Range | 400 – 1600 |
| AF System | Manual Focus Only |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (video frame grab) |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max Frame Rate | 50fps |
| Bit Depth | 10-bit log per channel |
| Video Color Profiles | Panalog, 10-bit log, Wide Gamut |
Description — Panavision Genesis
The Panavision Genesis is a professional digital cinema camera built around a Super 35 sensor delivering 12.4 MP resolution. It captures video at up to 1920 x 1080 with 10-bit log per channel recording, supported by three color profiles — Panalog, 10-bit log, and Wide Gamut — giving colorists substantial material to work with in post. Image processing is performed by a custom Panavision/Sony DSP with dedicated Panalog log processing.
Available frame rates include 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, and 50fps, making the camera suitable across cinema and broadcast applications. The Genesis uses a Panavision lens mount and is powered by V-mount broadcast batteries. For monitoring, it includes an electronic viewfinder (Sony HDVF-C30W TFT LCD) at 960 x 540 resolution alongside a camera status LCD.
The metal alloy body construction is built for the rigors of professional production. ISO sensitivity ranges from 400 to 1600, and storage is supported via both tape and SSD media.
Pros — Panavision Genesis
- ✓Super 35 sensor with 12.4 MP resolution suited to professional cinema production
- ✓10-bit log per channel recording provides strong post-production color grading flexibility
- ✓Three color profiles available: Panalog, 10-bit log, and Wide Gamut
Cons — Panavision Genesis
- ✗Maximum video resolution is 1920 x 1080 — below the 4K and higher resolutions common in modern cinema cameras
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind (in-body or digital)
- ✗ISO range is limited to 400–1600, which may restrict shooting in challenging lighting conditions
Videos — Panavision Genesis
ABANDONED | The Panavision Genesis — Frame Voyager