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Review Summary
2021-01-13T08:39:01
This is a great camera. I searched all over the web for one more to add to an existing set. Adorama showed having it in stock on the website. I called to verify it was actually in stock ( two other online retailers showed it in stock but it actually wasn’t) and they indeed had it, and got me a great price on it. Adorama use to be my 3rd or 4th place to look. But now it’s becoming my first.
TIMOTHY V.
2020-12-08T10:42:25
The low light on this camera makes it almost unusable for interviews indoors. I have set up multiple lights to make my other cameras look great but the HC-X1 looks extremely grainy. I even have a canon 70D with a cheap 50mm lens that is not even made for video that does better in low light than this camera. I have no idea why it is so expensive. It is extremely bulky too. Yes, it is nice to have the zoom and audio features but it is not worth the price. You are much better off buying a Panasonic GH5.
Sean B.
2019-11-12T09:09:59
The Panasonic HC X1 is a fantastic camcorder. It's easy to set up and easy-to-use. I highly recommend it for all of your videography needs.
Curt T.
2019-04-20T11:55:11
I'm only giving this 4 stars because of the pro bundle accessories. It was only ($) extra but I think the pro bundle should have been thought through properly. The messenger camera bag is too small for the hc-x1, I can't get the microphone battery door to close, the led light doesn't even come with a battery, and there is a lens cap leash included to use on a camcorder that doesn't even have a lens cap. The other accessories are ok. Now the hc-x1 is a beautiful camcorder. I just wish it came with a shoulder strap.
Peter J.
2019-03-27T12:41:58
The camera looks real nice,but the view screen it's to small hard to make out the screen especially when your outside. Still learning it had a canon hx-a1 but tape when out so I got this Panasonic, did a test run outside did a few 4k clips really nice. Got a few events coming up that will be the true outcome for me.
Martin M.
2018-07-24T20:00:00
Great for daytime "out-in-the-field" work and well lite studios, but not much of anything else. Good camera for beginners who don't really know what they are doing but it take a real professional with in depth knowledge of lighting and vidography to work this camera to it's full potential.... which isn't anything to really brag about.
Jerry V.

2017-11-06T19:00:00
I looked at a lot of other camera's and made my decision on two things. The first reason was I have owned many different camera's and my last two were Panasonic and they did very well without any problems. My second reason was for the price it offered everything I needed and will probably ever need for what I do. I am very satisfied with this camera and would recommend it to anyone just starting out.
Big A.

2017-03-24T08:58:59
Had it now for about 3 weeks from Adorama. They're hard to get, because so in demand. Longer thoughts below, but if you're in a hurry there's one thing that sells this camera: the lens. I upgraded from a Sony EX-1, and I really liked it, but always frustrated at the lack of wide angle. You'll be stunned how beautiful this lens is at full wide. And the range is incredible. 2nd thing that really sells this camera is the UHD 59.95p format. If you've never seen it, it's far more crisp and clear looking than UHD/4K 29.97 or 23.97. My only complaint is the latency in the viewfinder. There's a good 5 frame or so delay, and if you're filming an interview, your sound person is going to have to get used to the pronounced delay. Note this camera does not shoot in 4:2:2 and does not have a log output. That's something I wish I had. But the footage I'm getting back is incredibly clear. This lens is much better than the one from my EX-1. Shot a soccer game that took place at dusk under lights. Shot in full auto, and the auto-focus tracking was amazing. You can customize this camera's look almost infinitely. But unlike most cameras, this really does work very well in full auto. So far I wouldn't ever hesitate to throw it in Auto and start running and gunning in a documentary situation. It has a solid feel. I mean, not as solid as the mostly metal build of my old Sony EX-1, but solid for a 2017 Camcorder under $4K. The hybrid OIS is very very solid and doesn't have that weird, robotic, drift look. I know they advertise the larger sensor. But it's not going to give you the bokeh of a full-frame DSLR. It's just not. So if you want super shallow focus, don't get this. But it's future-proofed with the 59.95p UHD format, and again, the lens gets SO wide for a Camcorder and I can't stress how much that wide lens option is going to enhance the footage you deliver.
ROBERT N.
2017-01-08T19:00:00
I wanted to love it. I spent over two weeks buying support equipment, experimenting with settings and trying to convince myself "It would be alright". Even bought an expensive noise reducer plug-in to help get rid of the noise. I then realized, I've spent too much time and money and it is not alright and I'm returning everything at great cost to me for shipping items back. Manual is poorly written and already updated less then a week from the cameras release and it still is extremely lacking. The camera is very tweak-able, but you have to tweak it for every setting, so forget "Run and Gun" as you will have to constantly adjust your setting. To sum it up, Sensor is noisy unless you are is full light. 120 slo-mo is soft. White and Black Balance is needed constantly to help prevent the sensors support system from broadcasting unnecessary noise. Sadly it is another poorly designed camcorder that is a pain to use. Me: 17 year pro that was hoping to return to a camcorder after 10 years using a full frame DSLR.
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1-type (inch) MOS Sensor
UHD/FHD 59.94p/29.97p/23.98p: 8.79 megapixels
4K 24.00p: 9.46 megapixels
F2.8 - F4.5
20x
8.8 - 176 mm
25.4 - 508.0 mm [UHD/FHD 59.94p/29.97p/23.98p],
24.0 - 480.0 mm [4K24.00p]
67 mm
Leica Dicomar Lens
0.2 lx (F2.8, Gain 18dB, Manual Slow Shutter 1/2, HIGH SENS mode)
Auto / Manual
Intelligent Zoom OFF: 20X
Intelligent Zoom ON: 30x
Digital Zoom: 2x / 5x / 10x
1/4, 1/16, 1/64, OFF
Incorporates the ON/OFF control function
Auto / ATW LOCK / 3200K / 5600K / VAR (2000K -15000K) / Ach Fixed / Bch Fixed
60i/60p: 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec, 30p: 1/30, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec, 24p: 1/24, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec
50i/50p: 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec, 25p: 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec
60i/60p: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 sec, 30p: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15 sec, 24p: 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12 sec
50i/50p: 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 sec, 25p: 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12 sec
59.94i/59.94p: 1/60.0 - 1/249.7 sec, 29.97p: 1/30.0 - 1/249.7 sec, 23.98p: 1/24.0 - 1/249.6 sec, 24.00p: 1/24.0 - 1/249.9 sec
50i/50p: 1/50.0 - 1/250.0 sec, 25p: 1/25.0 - 1/250.0 sec
30p: 2, 15, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 45, 60 fps, 24p: 2, 12, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 36, 48, 60 fps
25p: 2, 12, 21, 23, 25, 27, 30, 37, 50 fps
F11 (2,000 lx, 3,200 K, 89.9% reflect, 1080/59.94i) / F12 (2,000 lx, 3,200 K, 89.9% reflect, 1080/50i)
F8 (2,000 lx, 3,200 K, 89.9% reflect, 1080/59.94i) / F9 (2,000 lx, 3,200 K, 89.9% reflect, 1080/50i)
Auto / Manual
4K24.00p / UHD: Optical image stabilizer
FHD or lower: 5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer
SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
MOV, MP4, AVCHD
JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2)
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 High Profile (MOV/MP4/AVCHD)
MOV / MP4: LPCM (2ch), AVCHD: Dolby Digital (2ch)
59.94Hz / 50.00Hz
4K 4096x2160 24.00p 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)
UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p/
29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 200M (ALL-Intra): Average 200Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p/
29.97p/25.00p/23.98p/59.94i/50.00i 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR)
PS 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p: Average 25Mbps (VBR)
PH 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i/23.98p: Average 21Mbps (VBR)
HA 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i: Average 17Mbps (VBR)
HE 1440x1080 59.94i/50.00i: Average 5Mbps (VBR)
PM 1280x720 59.94p/50.00p: Average 8Mbps (VBR)
SA 720x480/720x576 59.94i/50.00i
(SIDE CROP/LETTERBOX/SQUEEZE): Average 9Mbps (VBR)
[17:9] 8.8megapixels (4096 x 2160), [16:9] 8.3megapixels (3840 x 2160), 2.1 megapixels (1920 x 1080), 0.9 megapixels (1280 x 720)
7.28V (Battery) / 12V (AC Adaptor)
19.7W (LCD Monitor)
8.88 cm (3.5-inch) Wide LCD monitor (1,152,000 dots) (For Europe), 3.5-inch Wide LCD monitor (1,152,000 dots) (For North America / Asia)
0.99 cm (0.39-inch) OLED (1,769,000 dots) (For Europe), 0.39-inch OLED (1,769,000 dots) (For North America / Asia)
Focus / Zoom / Iris
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (5,900mAh)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Video OUT: 1x Video OUT
HDMI: Type A x 1 (Not compatible with VIERA Link)
Output format: 2160/59.94p/50.00p/29.97p/25.00p/24.00p/23.98p, 1080/59.94p/50.00p/29.97p/25.00p/24.00p/23.98p/59.94i/50.00i, 720/59.94p/50.00p, 480/59.94p, 576/50.00p
Stereo microphone
2x XLR (3 pins)
Input high impedance, LINE/MIC/MIC+48 V (switchable SW)
LINE: +4dBu/0dBu (switchable menu)
MIC: -40dBu/-50dBu/-60dBu (switchable menu)
2ch (LPCM)
2x Audio OUT
1x 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack
1x 20 mm diameter, round
1x 2.5mm super mini jack (ZOOM S/S)
1x 3.5mm mini jack(FOCUS/IRIS)
Standard-A connector, 9-pin, for external media device connection, bus power supply
Micro-B connector, 10-pin, mass storage function (read only)
DC 12V (11.4V - 12.6V) EIAJ Type4
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By TIMOTHY V.
This is a great camera. I searched all over the web for one more to add to an existing set. Adorama showed having it in stock on the website. I called to verify it was actually in stock ( two other online retailers showed it in stock but it actually wasn’t) and they indeed had it, and got me a great price on it. Adorama use to be my 3rd or 4th place to look. But now it’s becoming my first.
Owner
By Curt T.
The Panasonic HC X1 is a fantastic camcorder. It's easy to set up and easy-to-use. I highly recommend it for all of your videography needs.
The 4K Premium Camcorder with Wide-Angle 24mm and Optical 20x Zoom
Panasonic's new 4K camcorder, the HC-X1, features a host of high-end functions and specifications to meet professional 4K video production needs. This model is equipped with a newly designed compact lens featuring a wide 24mm angle and optical 20x zoom as well as an effective 1.0-type (inch) high-sensitivity MOS sensor. Its evolved Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) and high-speed intelligent AF function are suitable for professional camera work. The HC-X1 supports 4K 24p, UHD 60p/50p, FHD 60p/50p multi-format recording and HD super slow-motion.
Two SD memory card slots are provided to enable relay/simultaneous/backup recording for enhanced reliability and also support UHD/FHD dual codec recording for a more efficient workflow. The HC-X1's control functions, such as the triple manual rings and user buttons, as well as interfaces, such as XLR input and wired remote terminal, are engineered to meet the needs of professional video recording. Offering the same levels of agility and mobility as the conventional HD handheld camcorder, the HC-X1 provides powerful support for high-image-quality 4K video production.
Newly Developed, Industry's Widest Angle 24mm and 20x Optical Zoom Lens
The 4-Drive Lens System has achieved a wide 24mm angle and 20x optical zoom in the handheld camcorder with 1.0-type (inch) sensor
The Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) with a correction range expanded to approximately 900% enables stable handheld shooting (compared with Panasonic's AG-AC160)
The Micro Drive Focus Unit offers high-speed auto focus with excellent tracking performance and improved stability in 4K recording
Effective 1.0-Type (Inch) MOS Sensor for High-Precision, High-Speed 4K 60p/50p Recording
The effective 1.0-type (inch) MOS (approx. 9.46 megapixels in 4K 24p and approx. 8.79 megapixels in UHD/FHD) offers an appropriate depth of field and excellent balance between image quality and sensitivity
4K 24p, UHD 60p/50p, FHD 60p/50p multi-format and HD 120-fps(59.94Hz) / 100-fps(50Hz) super slow-motion recording are possible
Professional Functions and Design, Including Triple Manual Rings and XLR Audio Input
The triple manual rings, user buttons and other controls are specially designed to satisfy professional users
Equipped with professional interfaces such as XLR input and wired remote control
4-Drive Lens System
The 4-Drive Lens System simultaneously and independently drives 4 lens groups (group 2, iris, group 3, group 4). The lens size and drive range for each of the 4 groups can be efficiently suppressed to optimize image quality, zoom power and achieve compact body.
Industry's Widest Angle of 24 mm at the Wide-Angle Setting
The integrated lens boasts the industry's widest angle of 24 mm at the wide-angle setting. It enables wide-angle shooting with little distortion, without the use of a wide conversion lens and also allows video recording/production in narrow spaces.
World's First Optical 20x Zoom in a Camcorder with 1.0-type (inch) Sensor
The optical 20x zoom lens covers the range from 24mm wide-angle to 480mm telescopic (35mm film equivalent at 4K 24p). The lens can zoom from wide-angle to telescopic very quickly.
Intelligent Zoom for Maximum 30x Zoom in Super-High Resolution
In FHD shooting modes, the Intelligent Zoom function increases the zooming capability to a maximum of approximately 30x, while maintaining high resolution. When it reaches to 20x optical zoom limit, it seamlessly switches to Intelligent Zoom.
Digital Zoom (2x, 5x or 10x)
The HC-X1 is equipped with 2x, 5x and 10x digital zoom. Using the 20x optical zoom and Intelligent Zoom together, it gives you super-telephoto magnification equivalent to a 300x zoom without dropping the light intensity.
High-Image-Quality, High-Sensitivity 1.0-type (inch) 4K Sensor
An effective 1.0-type (inch) MOS sensor (approx. 9.46 megapixels in 4K 24p, approx. 8.79 megapixels in UHD/FHD) provides an appropriate depth of field and excellent balance between image quality and sensitivity. Images can also be recorded with a resolution of 4K (4096 x 2160)/24p, UHD(3840 x 2160)/60p/50p or FHD (1920 x 1080)/60p/50p.
LEICA DICOMAR Lens
This high-performance lens has passed the stringent quality standards of Leica Camera AG. A multi-coating process minimizes ghosts and flaring, resulting in especially clear images.
Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH
DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG
LEICA DICOMAR products are manufactured using Leica-certified measuring instruments and quality assurance systems based on rigorous quality standards approved by Leica Camera AG.
Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer [4K/UHD/FHD]
The correction area of the Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) has been expanded to approximately 900% over the conventional area (as compared to the Panasonic AG-AC160). This provides powerful correction even in unstable shooting situations, such as low-angle or high-angle shots. The ball OIS system reduces wear on the drive section and greatly improves correction for small-amplitude hand-shake.
5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S. + [FHD]
In HD shooting modes, by using hand-shake correction that combines the effects of both optical and electronic image stabilization, hand-shake in various directions, including the roll rotation, is detected and corrected.
Intelligent Auto Focus Offering High Speed, Excellent Tracking Performance and Stability
By moving the Micro Drive Focus Unit minutely and quickly, highly precise AF performance is also achieved when shooting in 4K or shooting with a shallow depth of field.
Top-Level Focusing Speed in 4K
Even when a subject suddenly enters the frame, it is instantly focused.
Top-Level Tracking Performance in 4K
The subject's movement is also tracked.
Top-Level Stability in 4K
The subject stays in focus even when there are some obstacles passing through.
Custom AF Function for Adjustment of AF Speed, Tracking Sensitivity and Area Settings
Auto focus operation can be customized by adjusting the AF Speed, AF Sensitivity and AF Area Width. This function enables the AF to operate exactly as intended by the user in accordance with the subject type or application.
AF speed
AF speed can be set in seven steps from one to seven. The larger the figure, the faster the AF.
AF sensitivity
AF sensitivity can be set in ten steps from one to ten. The larger the figure, the easier it is to track fast-moving subjects.
AF Area Width
The width of the area in which AF is effective can be adjusted.
Focus Assist (Expand and Peaking)
When the Focus Assist button is pressed, Expand (enlargement) or Peaking (colored emphasis of focus point) is displayed to assist the user's manual focusing operation. Expand and Peaking can also be displayed simultaneously.
One-Push AF
This function temporarily activates Auto Focus when shooting in Manual Focus mode, using a "PUSH AUTO" button.
Manual Focus Assist
Focus is automatically optimized after you adjust it with the focus ring in Manual Focus mode. This enables quick and accurate focusing.
Focus Transition
Up to three focus positions can be preset. The focus can be shifted to a preset focus position (focal distance) with a single touch. The user can set the focus transition time (immediate, 2 to 15 sec, 20 sec, 30 sec, 45 sec, 60 sec, 90 sec) and the wait time until the start of focus transition (0 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec).
Area Function
Auto Focus is easily possible with just a touch on the LCD panel. You can also change this to Auto Iris and Brightness Display on the screen.
VFR (2 to 60 fps) /Super-Slow Motion (120/100 fps)
FHD VFR Variable Frame Rate Recording: VFR (variable frame rate) recording can be set in ten steps from 2 to 60 fps
Super slow Motion: Slow-motion effect can be achieved by high-speed HD recording at 120 fps (59.94 Hz) or 100 fps (50 Hz)
IR (Infrared) Shooting in Dark Places
The IR Cut Filter can be turned ON/OFF (allocated on the User button). When the filter is turned OFF, commercially available IR lights can be used for shooting in dark places.
4K/UHD/FHD/SD Multi-Format Recording
Versatile and easy-to-use MOV (QuickTime), MP4 and AVCHD file formats are supported. The variety of recording modes with selectable image quality, frame rate and bit rate settings respond to a wide range of applications, from cinema production to online distribution.
Dual SD Memory Card Slots
Two SD card slots are provided. This enables unlimited relay recording by simply changing SD cards and also allows simultaneous recording and background recording for ensuring high recording reliability.
Unlimited Relay Recording
The recording media switches automatically and seamlessly from Slot 1 to Slot 2. By changing a full SD card with a new SD card, images can be recorded continuously for many hours.
Simultaneous Recording
Identical data is recorded onto cards in both slots in this redundant recording mode.
Background Recording
One SD card can be set in Slot 2 to record continuously and another SD card can be set in Slot 1 to record necessary scenes by turning REC on and off.
UHD/FHD Dual Codec Recording
This function records images simultaneously into two different formats, Main and Sub (see the following t
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