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Shopper : At page 23 of the user manual is saying "The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted". It is good to enable both though, for example to set the EVF to black & white with peaking outline to check focus, and keep the LCD in color mode for general framing. Is there a setting in the menu that allows the user to turn the EVF on, while the LCD screen is opened ? Or should we flip back and retract the LCD monitor each time we want to check the focus in the EVF ?Emmanuel A : I confirm the EVF and LCD monitor can't be used at the same time... and it is problematic in run & gun situations, which are the typical use of this camera, but also if you need to use the LCD in mirror mode and keep someone at the back of the camera. It is good to have the EVF that turns off automatically as the LCD is fliped out to save battery but developpers could at least put an 'AUTO TURN OFF EVF' option in the menu to let the user decide if he wants to ! Let's hope this will be fixed in the next Firmware, because this may be an issue for many run & gun users (news, weddings, etc...).HECTOR J : The LCD is good for framing... beyond that i would run external. It's good run and gun cameraAlbert p : as far as I know is only one a time can be used .
Shopper : How weight is it?ANDREW R : <a href="http://www.adorama.com/PCHCX100K.html#specs" target="_blank">http://www.adorama.com/PCHCX100K.html#specs</a>
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Efrain D : Yes

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2019-04-28T10:07:02

Rated 4 out of 5

Great overall, could be better in low light

Great overall, love the ease of recording sound, built-in ND filters, excellent 4K images. Only downside is a relative poor performance in lower light situations.

Kirk J.

2019-04-15T03:30:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for Video Production class

This seems to be a great entry level camera for my video production classes. We have not used it much so I cannot attest to its durability, but Panasonic cameras usually outlast some of the others I've used. Beautiful quality picture for the price.

ACCOUNTS P.

2019-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent camera

VERY GOOD QUALITY . BUT PANASONIC CUSTOMER SERVICE SUCKS . I SEND THE EMAIL FOR EXTENDED WARRENTY WHICH THEY PROMISED WITH THE PRODUCT PURCHASE , THEY NEVER REPLIED .

SATHEESH

2018-02-15T17:09:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great!

I love it the problem is that you can't change lenses, other than that its awesome!

CARL S.

2017-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

No Customer Service

They use you call to gather a lot of information you know they sell. They hav no interest in providing customer service - arrogant

Norm

2017-11-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for Air Shows

I purchased this camera in May of 2017 and have spent that time primarily shooting aviation subjects of all varieties, from hanging out of a helicopter shooting air-to-air videos, being underneath helicopters enduring a barrage of rotor-wash, and shooting vintage WWII fighters, and also a little bit of landscape/scenery work and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this camera! I spent several months doing my research before pulling the trigger on this, and it was everything I had hoped it would be and better. There has definitely been a bit of a learning curve when it comes to finding perfect settings for each subject, but it has been well worth it. I especially love the time-lapse feature. I actually use that frequently and it's been great saving the shutter on my DSLR. I love the steadiness of the image stabilization, as that was a huge issue I had with my previous camera. My only concern has been the autofocus hunting while shooting aircraft. Whether it's an empty blue sky or trees and mountains in the background, it seems to have a tough time tracking moving objects right away. BUT, I figured out how to work around that early on, and is no longer an issue. Just be aware that it's there.

Jason

2016-09-30T10:02:05

Rated 4 out of 5

Good for the price

Perfect for the run and gun camcorder guy. Easy to use and features a great deal of perks including auto focus assist. Shoots to SD cards and shoots 4K...All in one choice.

Donnie B.

2016-06-23T09:04:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality and Easy to use

The Panasonic HC-X1000 Surprised me at how crisp and clean the images are and how easy it is to set up and use. It is lightweight and compact. I recommend this camera to any level of user.

Laureen F.

2016-03-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect at EPP pricing

Good: Great during day light. Slightly weaker for indoor low light recording. Bad: No Remote. Product came with 3 Year Extended Warranty. Applied for it will all documentation but I have not received any confirmation even after 5+ months. Some part of Panasonic does not care. Summary: Overall, good value for money.

JCSC

2015-12-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice 4K

The camera is very easy to use and shoots great 4K video. I find the built in neutral density filter is very handy and easy to use. The audio section is very configurable when using external microphones. I like shooting video with this camera better than any of my DSLR's. Great camera.

Reno

2015-12-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great B camera

I'm a TV news videographer and this is a perfect second camera to supplement my main camera, AG?HPX370. It's incredibly portable yet I get very high quality imaging - not only high resolution but great color handling. A must have in my video arsenal.

VideoENG

2015-11-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

An Amazing Tool

This camera takes my creativity and ability to please my clients to a whole new level.

Steve

2015-11-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Completely pleased with this.

This is the 4th 4k cam i have purchased and I am insanely happy with this one; going to give two of the others to friends. The only thing that i have not been able to do is find the remote control start/stop/zoom switch for this, not a wireless one, and as i am disabled, this is the only drawback to this. Compatible with macbook for video editing and downloading, easy to handle, simple to use both in intelligent auto and manual. If you are a point and shoot person, this one might be a bit more complicated to use, but after practice you can achieve the look you want. Great low light shots possible. Where is that remote? thanks

Silent M.

2015-07-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Simply Outstanding

I don't normally write reviews, but when you buy a product this outstanding it would be a sin not to. I've had this camera for around 6 months now and it is simply marvelous. The picture quality is amazing, it shoots beautifully in 24, 30, and 60 fps and even has great shots in pitch black darkness. I highly recommend this camera for anyone who wants to shoot 4K at 60 frames - what a bargain. I hope the creators of this camera get extra bonuses for creating such a spectacular device. 2 64 GB sticks last almost 2 hours at 60fps/150 Mbps. In addition, the manual controls on this camera allow you to capture the best picture possible given the available lighting conditions (auto settings work great as well). Shooting in daylight will bring tears to your eyes as the picture quality comes out so clear. I took this camera on multiple trips overseas and the shots it captured were stunning. It's easy to carry around as well and isn't too bulky given its size. I also shoot around 2 hours of video per day with it and have never run into any problems. It additionally supports some fancy features like remote shooting using a smartphone. Read the documentation available online - the list of features will have you pretty excited for the price. Very happy I bought this camera.

Anonymous

2015-05-12T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great

I love this camera. Takes 4k video beautifully.

Dale B.

2014-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A thing of beauty

The quality is outstanding, the captures are beautiful, and it's a dream to record with. 2 64 GB sticks get you around 2 hours of 60fps 4K capture at 150 Mbps and it's breathtaking. The manual options are similarly outstanding allowing you to get the best shot possible. The documentation is great and you can download as a PDF from the site. I highly recommend reading it for a full list of functionality to expect. It records 1080 beautifully as well since it captures in 4k and downsamples so the 1080 captures look much more detailed than standard 1080 camcorders I've used in the past. It's ultra silent as well and is fairly lightweight. Can shoot with one hand no problem. About the only complaint I would have is that it doesn't capture raw 4k and instead records directly to mp4. This, however, can be seen as a plus because you don't have to re-encode after, and the files are much smaller than raw would be. For the price, it's no problem.

Anonymous

Panasonic HC-X1000 Specifications

  • Image Sensor

    1/2.3" MOS Sensor

  • Total Pixels

    18.47 Megapixel

  • Effective Pixels

    8.85 megapixels [17:9], 8.29 megapixels [16:9]

  • F Value

    F1.8 - F3.6

  • Optical Zoom

    20x

  • Focal Length

    4.08 - 81.6 mm

  • 35 mm Film Camera Equivalent

    29.5 - 600 mm [17:9], 30.8 - 626 mm [16:9] (Motion Image/Still Image)

  • Filter Diameter

    49 mm

  • Lens Brand

    Leica Dicomar Lens

  • Standard Illumination

    1400 lx

  • Minimum Illumination

    4 lx (Super Gain 30dB, Shutter 1/30)

  • Focus

    Auto / Manual

  • Intelligent Zoom OFF

    20x

  • Intelligent Zoom ON

    40x

  • Digital Zoom

    2x / 5x / 10x

  • ND Filter

    1/4, 1/16, 1/64, OFF

  • White Balance

    Auto / 3200K / 5600K / VAR (2400K-9900K) / Ach Fixed / Bch Fixed

  • Shutter Speed

    60p / 60i / 30p: 1/8 - 1/8000
    50p / 50i: 1/6 - 1/8000
    25p: 1/6 - 1/8000
    24p: 1/6 - 1/8000

  • Iris

    Auto / Manual

  • Image Stabilizer

    C4K/4K: POWER O.I.S.
    Full-HD or lower: 5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ with Active Mode

  • Recording Media

    SDHC/SDXC Memory Card

  • Zoom: Recording Format

    MOV (LPCM) / MP4 (LPCM) / MP4
    AVCHD: AVCHD Progressive

  • Video Compression Method

    MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

  • Audio Compression Method

    MOV: LPCM (2ch)
    MP4: LPCM / AAC (2ch)
    AVCHD: Dolby Digital (2ch)

  • System Frequency

    59.94Hz / 50.00Hz

  • MP41

    C4K 24p 100M: 4096x2160, Average 100Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    4K 60p/50p 150M: 3840x2160, Average 150Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    4K 30p/25p 100M: 3840x2160, Average 100Mbps (VBR), LPCM or AAC
    4K 24p 100M: 3840x2160, Average 100Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 60p/50p 200M (ALL-Intra): 1920x1080, Average 200Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 60p/50p 100M: 1920x1080, Average 100Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 60p/50p 50M: 1920x1080, Average 50Mbps (VBR), LPCM or AAC

  • MP42

    FHD 30p/25p 200M (ALL-Intra): 1920x1080, Average 200Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 30p/25p 50M: 1920x1080, Average 50Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 24p 200M (ALL-Intra): 1920x1080, Average 200Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 24p 50M: 1920x1080, Average 50Mbps (VBR), LPCM

  • MOV

    FHD 60p/50p 200M (ALL-Intra): 1920x1080, Average 200Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 60p/50p 100M: 1920x1080, Average 100Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 60p/50p 50M: 1920x1080, Average 50Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 30p/25p 200M (ALL-Intra): 1920x1080, Average 200Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 30p/25p 50M: 1920x1080, Average 50Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 24p 200M (ALL-Intra): 1920x1080, Average 200Mbps (VBR), LPCM
    FHD 24p 50M: 1920x1080, Average 50Mbps (VBR), LPCM

  • AVCHD

    PS 1080 60p/50p: 1920x1080, Average 28Mbps (VBR)
    PH 1080 60i/50i: 1920x1080, Average 24Mbps (VBR)
    HA 1080 60i/50i: 1920x1080, Average 17Mbps (VBR)
    HE 1080 60i/50i: 1440x1080, Average 5Mbps (VBR)
    PM 720 60p/50p: 1280x720, Average 8Mbps (VBR)

  • Thumbnail Display

    20 thumbnails/page, 9 thumbnails/page, 1 thumbnail/page

  • Microphone

    Stereo Microphone

  • Speaker

    Dynamic type

  • Recording Format

    JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2)

  • Recording Image Size

    [17:9] 8.8megapixels (4096 x 2160)
    [16:9] 8.3megapixels (3840 x 2160), 2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080)

  • Power Supply

    7.2V (Battery) / 12V (AC Adaptor)

  • Power Consumption

    15.4W (LCD Monitor) / 14.3W (Viewfinder)

  • LCD Monitor

    8.83 cm (3.5") Wide LCD monitor (1,152,000 dots) (For Europe)
    3.5" Wide LCD monitor (1,152,000 dots) (For North America / Asia)

  • Viewfinder

    1.15 cm (0.45") Wide EVF (1,226,880 dots) (For Europe)
    0.45" Wide EVF (1,226,880 dots) (For North America / Asia)

  • Manual Ring

    Focus / Zoom / Iris

  • AV

    Yes

  • HDMI

    Type A

  • XLR Input

    XLR (3 pins) x 2
    Line: 0dBu/+4dBu, Mic: -40dBu/-50dBu/-60dBu

  • USB

    Micro-B: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed
    Type A: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed, Host (for USB HDD), Bus Power Supply

  • Camera Remote

    2.5mm super mini jack x 1 (ZOOM S/S)
    3.5mm mini jack x 1 (FOCUS/IRIS)

  • Accessory Shoe

    Yes

  • Standard

    IEEE 802.11b/g/n

  • Frequency

    2.4GHz band

  • NFC

    Yes

  • AC Adaptor

    Yes

  • AC Cable

    Yes (2 Cables)

  • Rechargeable Battery Pack

    Yes (5,800mAh)

  • Battery Charger

    Yes

  • HDMI Cable

    Yes (High Speed HDMI Cable)

  • USB Cable

    Yes

  • Microphone Holder

    Yes

  • Microphone Holder Screws

    Yes (2 Screws)

  • Input Terminal Cap

    Yes (2 Caps)

  • Shoulder Strap

    Yes

  • Eye Cap

    Yes

  • Editing Software

    HD Writer XE2.0 (Downloadable)

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    6.3 x 6.69 x 12.4" / 160.02 x 169.92 x 314.96 mm

  • Weight

    3.42 lbs / 1551.28 g Without Battery or SD card

  • UPC Code

    885170219663

About Panasonic HC-X1000

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A thing of beauty

By Anonymous

The quality is outstanding, the captures are beautiful, and it's a dream to record with. 2 64 GB sticks get you around 2 hours of 60fps 4K capture at 150 Mbps and it's breathtaking. The manual options are similarly outstanding allowing you to get the best shot possible. The documentation is great and you can download as a PDF from the site. I highly recommend reading it for a full list of functionality to expect. It records 1080 beautifully as well since it captures in 4k and downsamples so t...

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Simply Outstanding

By Anonymous

I don't normally write reviews, but when you buy a product this outstanding it would be a sin not to. I've had this camera for around 6 months now and it is simply marvelous. The picture quality is amazing, it shoots beautifully in 24, 30, and 60 fps and even has great shots in pitch black darkness. I highly recommend this camera for anyone who wants to shoot 4K at 60 frames - what a bargain. I hope the creators of this camera get extra bonuses for creating such a spectacular device. 2 64 GB ...

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The Panasonic HC-x1000 1080p 4K Ultra High Definition Camcorder is created with a 4K 8-MP 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor. Compared with the 2-MP sensors used in ordinary Full-HD camcorders, this distinct sensor advantage renders UHD and FHD professional-quality results. Right down to the finest details and with minimal blurring.

4K Ultra HD Video On the Go
This highly agile, multi-format camcorder is ideal for shooting documentaries, sports and events. It supports 4K, Cinema 4K and Full-HD with frame rates that include 30p, 60p and 24p. In 4K 60p resolution, the mobile x1000 captures stunning, lifelike images. Using 60p/50p, the frame rate has twice the information of 30p for smoother motion. If you're ready for 4K, this is how you do it.

Versatile Formats and Bit Rates
Versatile formats and bit rates make the x1000 unbeatable in a wide range of applications. Its AVCHD, MOV and MP4 formats make editing quick and easy. And Full-HD utilizes ALL Intra compression for a maximum bit rate of 200 Mbps to bring incredible quality to image production.

2-Channel XLR Audio Input Terminals
For external mic and line recording, the x1000 is equipped with 2-channel input terminals. A +48 V phantom power supply is also included to handle pro-spec, high-performance microphones for recording high-quality sound.

20x Zoom with 4-Drive Leica Dicomar Lens System
To fit a 20x optical zoom into this portable body, the x1000 is designed with four compact, separately driven Leica Dicomar lens groups and a space-saving drive range. This efficiency - together with the subtle nuances and shading captured by renowned Leica lenses - clearly shows in sports scenes and other professional applications.

ND Filters
To suppress the amount of incident light, Neutral Density filters are built into the lens and can be selected - 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 or OFF - to match your shooting environment. It's a distinct advantage when shooting at a slow shutter speed in bright daylight. And you can attain high resolution and a shallow depth of field when opening the aperture.

Triple Manual Lens Rings
For speedy and intuitive shooting, independent focus, zoom and iris rings are included on the lens barrel to meet professional needs.

Illuminating LED Ring
To make the shooting process smoother, an illuminating LED ring clearly verifies that recording is in progress. A feature easily turned on and off.

High-Speed, High-Precision AF
For confident, comfortable recording in ultra-quality 4K, simply maintain the AF drive frequency at 60Hz to improve focus speed, stability and tracking performance.

Blur-Free Imaging Anytime, Anywhere
Power O.I.S. for 4K - Built-in gyro sensors detect hand-shake up to 4,000x/sec to let the lens compensate and correct slow hand-shake caused by breathing. Your subjects stay sharp even while shooting with 20x zoom and 4K resolution. 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S.+ for Full-HD Only - Hybrid O.I.S.+ incorporates 5-axis correction to suppress blurring from wide-angle to zoom for clear, sharp images in nearly every shooting situation.

0 Lux Night Mode
Shoot clear, detailed images even while observing wildlife in the dark (0 lux), taking advantage of infrared rays and IR-LED lighting.

WiFi with NFC
Remote Shooting
Remotely control and monitor the x1000 in real time from your smartphone/tablet with the Panasonic Image App.

One-Touch NFC Connection
Instantly sync your smart device to the x1000 with a single touch.

Easy QR Code Connection
For syncing non-NFC compatible devices, simply scan from the QR codes included with the camcorder.

Professional-Quality Functions
Histogram Display
To ensure precise exposure adjustments, a graph indicates image brightness on the horizontal axis and pixel volume on the vertical axis.

Zebra Pattern
When lighting or exposure adjustment is needed, excessively bright areas are marked with striped patterns in the viewfinder and LCD.

Color Bar Monitor
Controls color accuracy. For editing reference, the bar can be included in the recording.

Picture Adjustment
To create natural coloring and delicate nuances, this function easily adjusts contrast, chroma level, exposure, sharpness and more.

Focus Peaking
Displayed in a selectable color for easy manual focusing.

Focus Expand
Increases magnification up to 10x with a quick, multifunction dial control.

4K Video Editing
Crop your composition and choose the perfect frame, plus zoom up to 200% while maintaining HD picture quality. More options include panning, tilting and stabilizing.

Auto-Switch/Simultaneous Recording
Two SD card slots let you record to both cards simultaneously. When one card reaches capacity, recording is seamlessly switched to the other.

Panasonic HC-X1000 Features

  • Highest-Quality, Full-HD Video Recording: With the compact HS-X1000, 4K Ultra HD video is created with a 4K 8-MP 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor. Compared with the 2-MP sensors used in ordinary Full-HD camcorders, this distinct sensor advantage renders UHD and FHD professional-quality results. Right down to the finest details, and with minimal blurring.
  • 4K Ultra HD Video On the Go: This highly agile, multi-format camcorder is ideal for shooting documentaries, sports and events. It supports 4K, Cinema 4K and Full-HD with frame rates that include 30p, 60p, and 24p.
  • Versatile Formats and Bit Rates: Versatile formats and bit rates make the X1000 unbeatable in a wide range of applications. Its AVCHD, MOV and MP4 formats make editing quick and easy. And Full-HD utilizes ALL Intra compression for a maximum bit rate of 200 Mbps to bring incredible quality to image production.
  • 2-Channel XLR Audio Input Terminals: For external mic and line recording, the X1000 is equipped with 2-channel input terminals. A +48 V phantom power supply is also included to handle pro-spec, high-performance microphones for recording high-quality sound.
  • 20x Zoom with 4-Drive Leica Dicomar Lens System: To fit a 20x optical zoom into this portable body, the X1000 is designed with four compact, separately driven Leica Dicomar lens groups and a space-saving drive range. This efficiency - together with the subtle nuances and shading captured by renowned Leica lenses - clearly shows in pro applications.
  • ND Filters: To suppress the amount of incident light, Neutral Density filters are built into the lens, and can be selected - 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 or OFF - to match your shooting environment. It's a distinct advantage when shooting at a slow shutter speed in bright daylight. And you can attain high resolution and a shallow depth of field
  • Triple Manual Lens Rings: For speedy and intuitive shooting, independent focus, zoom and iris rings are included on the lens barrel to meet professional needs.
  • Illuminating LED Ring: To make the shooting process smoother, an illuminating LED ring clearly verifies that recording is in progress. A feature easily turned on and off.
  • High-Speed, High-Precision AF: For confident, comfortable recording in ultra-quality 4K, simply maintain the AF drive frequency at 60Hz to improve focus speed, stability and tracking performance.
  • Power O.I.S. for 4K: Built-in gyro sensors detect hand-shake up to 4,000x/sec to let the lens compensate and correct slow hand-shake caused by breathing. Your subjects stay sharp even while shooting with 20x zoom and 4K resolution.
  • 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S.+ for Full-HD Only: Hybrid O.I.S.+ incorporates 5-axis correction to suppress blurring from wide-angle to zoom for clear, sharp images in nearly every shooting situation.
  • 0 Lux Night Mode: Shoot clear, detailed images even while observing wildlife in the dark (0 lux), taking advantage of infrared rays and IR-LED lighting.
  • Remote Shooting: Remotely control and monitor the X1000 in real time from your smartphone/tablet with the Panasonic Image App.
  • One-Touch NFC Connection: Instantly sync your smart device to the X1000 with a single touch.
  • Easy QR Code Connection: For syncing non-NFC compatible devices, simply scan from the QR codes included with the camcorder.
  • Histogram Display: To ensure precise exposure adjustments, a graph indicates image brightness on the horizontal axis, and pixel volume on the vertical axis.
  • Zebra Pattern: When lighting or exposure adjustment is needed, excessively bright areas are marked with striped patterns in the viewfinder and LCD.
  • Color Bar Monitor: Controls color accuracy. For editing reference, the bar can be included in the recording.
  • Picture Adjustment: To create natural coloring and delicate nuances, this function easily adjusts contrast, chroma level, exposure, sharpness and more.
  • Focus Peaking: Displayed in a selectable color for easy manual focusing.
  • Focus Expand: Increases magnification up to 10x with a quick, multifunction dial control.
  • 4K Video Editing: Crop your composition and choose the perfect frame, plus zoom up to 200% while maintaining HD picture quality. More options include panning, tilting and stabilizing.
  • Auto-Switch/Simultaneous Recording: Two SD card slots let you record to both cards simultaneously. When one card reaches capacity, recording is seamlessly switched to the other.

Key Features

  • Highest-Quality, Full-HD Video Recording
  • 4K Ultra HD Video On the Go
  • Versatile Formats and Bit Rates
  • 2-Channel XLR Audio Input Terminals
  • 20x Zoom w 4-Drive Leica Dicomar Lens System
  • ND Filters suppress incident light

What's in the box:

  • Panasonic HC-X1000 1080p 4K Ultra High Definition Camcorder
  • AC Adapter
  • 2x AC Cables
  • 5800mAh Rechargeable Battery
  • Battery Charger
  • HDMI Cable
  • USB Cable
  • Microphone Holder
  • 2x Microphone Holder Screws
  • 2x Input Terminal Caps
  • Shoulder Strap
  • EVF Eyepiece Cup
  • Panasonic 1 Year Limited Warranty