Panasonic HC-X1 Ultra HD 4K Professional Camcorder
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Feature rich workhorse
I moved from the Sony Z1 HDV to a Canon DSLR for progressive 1080HD quality and depth of field control. I missed the solid feeling of the Z1, the built in XLR audio inputs and zoom control of a video camera. The HC-X1 offers a 4K option with all of the controls I use, and then some. Solidly built with incredible picture quality.
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Run & Gun Excellence!
Got a DSLR that I love but has its place, the video on the HC-X1 is pristine and stunning to say the very least. Big league pro results for under $3000. The zoom is spectacular as are all the features. The LED could be better in bright light, lens hood fixes that. It performs and looks beautiful! I love it!
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Awesome Camera, Great Price
The websites structure allowed a direct comparison of price and features of the cameras. The buying process was seamless and the camera was delivered on time and in perfect condition. Wonderful buying experience.
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Full package camcorder!!!
This camera has it all for the price - great for one on one interviews up to large convention floor integration into A/V systems ($90 Decimator box gives you SDI from HDMI). Good in auto mode although you have to give it a few seconds to process the environment. Incredible manual control and customization. Barry Greens videos and e-book are a must to learn all the ins and outs of this camera. Ill be buying another soon!
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Great camera! Great Price Point!
After having used a Canon XHA1 camcorder for the last 10 years, I needed something that was somewhat future-proof. This camera fits the bill! With my XHA1, I had to have a firewire recorder attached to it since I didnt want to use digital tape anymore. This really killed the portability of the camera. When I saw the HC-X1 by Panasonic, I fell in love! It uses very affordable SDXC cards (I even use it with 256GB cards-no problems yet! They seem to... Show More
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Best 4K
I reviewed video from every source I could find for 3 months before buying this camera. I purchased it because of the 4K and high bitrate capability. I held off of reviewing until after I shot and edited a National commercial with it. I was a pure canon guy before this and always bought into the idea that to be a true professional producer you had to film commercials using a Canon C type it the like. I was wrong. The client did not seem to even n... Show More
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GREAT video quality, great auto-focus, great build quality.
Very happy with this Panasonic !!! Prior to the HC-X1, I was shooting using my Canon C100. Having now used the HC-X1 on a few gigs, I can say that it outperforms the Canon C100. The fact that it is a fixed-lens camera doesn't bother me in the least; I am more concerned with shoot quality. I shoot mostly classical music concerts and recitals, using available lighting at the venue. This camera works well in low-light (definitely better than my C100... Show More
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Great Camera for a Professional as well as a beginner.
I just got into the video side of shooting after over 30 years of camera production and I have used other products along the way and have had several Panasonic camera's. When I started into this new adventure I had an older Panasonic HD camera and it served me very well. I wanted to go to the next step of 4K so I did my research and decided that the HC-X1 was something to get started with as well to fitting my budget. After shooting this system I... Show More
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would definitely by again or recommend to others.
Bought this to get my feet wet with short/indie productions for film school - not disappointed in the least. Though I'm still working through the ins and outs of what this thing can do, I know it will be with me for a while as a backup/bts camera when I decide to move up to the more complicated machines...
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Viewfinder fiasco
I love the picture quality of this camera. That said, I find the camera practically unusable do to the viewfinders. I do a lot of outdoor taping and the LED viewfinder is practically useless. As another review states, they might as well have just put a mirror there. The glare is awful. I even use a viewfinder hood. On my other panasonic camera I am able to keep both the LED viewfinder and the eyepiece on at the same time as I'm shooting because I... Show More
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My first Panny and I have NO REGRETS!!
So after being in business for 27 years and having owned/operated several SSony's (CCD-V500, PD150's), a JVC (DV500), and Canon AH-X1's (for the past 10 yrs) it was time to upgrade, and this time Panasonic had all the right features. We received our 2 cameras on a Thursday and filmed a musical with them that Sunday. My hopes was to get images at least similar to what we were used to with the Canons. (so we wouldn't need to re-shoot) As these were... Show More
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Great camcorder! Going to buy another one.
I shoot weddings and events, lots of them. First, let me say that this camcorder is a bit advanced from the pro consumer camcorders. I say this because I read two negitative reviews and, in my own opinion, those persons perhaps do not know beyond the basics or maybe expecting something way farther advanced. Either way this is a great camcorder for what I do. My gear must include better than average indoor shooting with lower than average grain ef... Show More
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Very good camera
Liking it. The LCD doesn't really show you how great the picture is. At first I thought the camera wasn't so good until I got the clips into my computer, then wow.
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Torn between Sony PWX-150 and HC-X1
I'm a big Sony fan. I was torn between the Sony PWX-150 and the HC-X1. After months of research and reading professional and customer reviews I finally went to B&H to check them out. There they were, PWX-150 and HC-X1 sitting next to each other. In my opinion, both cameras are very similar. Top quality. Video is identical. I'm a world traveler so the Sony's smaller size was definitely a plus. I really liked the Sony. It was a difficult decision, ... Show More
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I like this camera.
I like this camera. I mostly film stage shows like community theater. I've film one show so far and the camera has nice colors, a great zoom lens and records in 4k at 60p which is the main reason I wanted this camera. It seems better in low-light than my AG-AC160 but not as good as my Sony A7S ii (obviously). The design feels rugged and an improvement over past Panasonic cameras in this price point. I typically film in 4k and drop the footage int... Show More
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My first real camcorder
Let me start off by saying this thing is pretty sophisticated and I'm still learning how to use it properly. I don't worry about low light because I use LED lights in most of my work. Personally I haven't see many cameras that perform well in low light. I currently use a small LED on the camera along with Rodes wireless mic kit. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=1115091&gclid=CjwKEAiA2abEBRCdx7PqqunM1CYSJABf3qvaQ19ackSAmGeG1... Show More
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Packed full of features!
I've only had this camera for a few days, and I can already tell I'm going to love it and that it is going to be a workhorse in my stable. Over the past few years, I've owned the Panasonic AG-AC160A, Canon XF200, Sony NX100, and JVC GY-HM170U. I recently sold the Canon and JVC and was looking for something to compliment my AG-AC160A which I use primarily for weddings due to its size and great low light capabilities. When I came across the HC-X1 a... Show More
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Poor electronics = bad TV viewing, grain, no run/gun
I find the HC-X1 is the worst purchase I have ever made. I really wanted to love this camera. Before (the missed) release date of Dec. 7, 2016, I bought this camcorder, the AJ-WM50, and spent another $135. on a dedicated Camera bag. When sadly, the HC-X1 finally arrived after Christmas, I spent day after day using the camcorder and looking online for reviews and help. I have read and reread both the supplied and online updated manual. To start wi... Show More
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