Panasonic HCX1500 4K 60p Handycam Camcorder

Panasonic HCX1500 4K 60p Handycam Camcorder

Model: HCX1500
Web Code: 15147773
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Overview

High quality cinematography meets handheld convenience in the Panasonic HCX1500 4K 60p Handycam Camcorder. Light and versatile, this professional camera has 4K clarity, high-end image stabilization, with a 25mm wide-angle lens, 24x optical zoom and subject tracking features in 60p. Low power consumption, heat dispersing design, and two manual zoom and focus rings round out its innovative design.
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Return Policy

30 days to return or exchange

Condition: Unopened (no restocking fee), Opened (a 15% restocking fee will be applied)

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What's included:

  • AC Adaptor
  • Cable
  • Rechargeable Battery Pack
  • Eye Cup
  • Lens Hood

Main Visual Features

  • Versatile design, with a 25mm wide lens with an optical 24x zoom lens, covering a range between a 25mm wide-angle lens to a 600mm telephoto zoom lens that has 24x zoom
  • Includes both Optical Image Stabilization and Electronic Image Stabilization to correct hand shake in 5-axis direction in UHD and FHD modes
  • Focal length is 4.12 – 98.9mm, and aperture range is F1.8-4.0
  • Ball OIS system reduces friction and improves small aptitude blur correction
  • High precision face detection and colour recognition features assist in subject tracking even in low light and during face turns
  • 3840 x 2160 effective video resolution with 8 effective megapixels
  • Camera has manual exposure and slow shutter mode features for custom shooting options

Physical features

  • This is the industry’s smallest and lightest 4K 60p camcorder, weighing only 900 grams, and measuring just 25cm x 27cm x 9.3cm
  • Ultrathin fan disperses heat throughout the camera to prevent overheating
  • 7.28V battery has longer life for a better recording experience, or connect to 12V AC adaptor
  • Lens is made by Leica Dicomar
  • Capable of connecting to hot shoe flash and microphones as needed for your project
  • Camera comes with AC adaptor, cable, rechargeable battery pack, eye cup and lens hood

Additional features

  • Has two manual rings for zoom and focus, providing the ultimate creative control
  • Records in multiple video formats including MOV/MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile, H.265/MPEG-H HEVC Main10 Profile; AVCHD: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile
  • Records in LPCM, AAC, and DOLBY audio formats with Windcut feature for microphone clarity in any weather

LCD viewfinder

  • Colour viewfinder allows you to colour correct scenes on the go
  • 3.5-inch LCD display keeps you in control of every shot, offering custom titling and touchscreen capability

Connectivity

  • Compatible with Mac iMovie ’08, allowing you to use familiar software for video editing
  • Transmit data via Wi-Fi or USB HDMI cable

Storage

  • Camcorder can store up to 5.12 GB, and fits SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards for additional storage
360 Camera
No
Clip-on Camera
No

Image Sensor

Sensor Type
MOS Sensor
Sensor Size
1/2.5-type (inch)
Audio Format(s)
LPCM; AAC; Dolby
Total Pixels
8.29 MP
Effective Video Resolution
3840 x 2160
Effective Megapixels
8 MP
Max Video Resolution
3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)

Lens/Optics

Lens Manufacturer
Leica Dicomar
Focal Length
4.12 - 98.9mm
Aperture Range
F1.8 - 4.0
Zoom - Optical Zoom
24x
Zoom - Digital Zoom
48x
Optical (lens based) Image Stabilization
Yes
Electronic (software) Image Stabilization
No
Manual Focus
Yes

LCD & Viewfinder

Display Type
LCD
LCD Size
3.5 in
LCD Resolution
About 2,760,000 dots
Touchscreen
Yes
Colour Viewfinder
Yes

Video

Video Format
MOV/MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile, H.265/MPEG-H HEVC Main10 Profile; AVCHD: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile

Audio Formats

3D
No
Digital Special Effects
None
Time Lapse Video
No
Slow Shutter Mode
Yes
Manual Exposure Control
Yes
Nightvision
No
xvYCC capable
No
Windcut
Yes
Mac - iMovie '08 Compatible
Yes
Dolby Digital 2 Channel
Yes
Dolby Digital 5.1
No

Editing

Custom Titling
Yes
Date and Time
Yes

Support

Card Compatibility
SD, SDHC, SDXC
Max Capacity
512 GB

Connections

USB
Included
Firewire
No
Wi-Fi
Included
Bluetooth
No
NFC
No
HDMI
Included
Component
No
Composite
No
S-Video
No
Mic Input
Yes

Hardware

Lens Cover
Lens Cap
Remote Control
No
Speaker
Yes
Video Light
No
Hot Shoe - Flash Capable
Yes
Hot Shoe - Light Capable
Yes
Hot Shoe - Mic Capable
Yes
Built-In Projector
No
Docking Station
No
Battery Type
7.28V (Battery) / 12V (AC Adaptor)

Physical Features

Shockproof
No
Waterproof
No
Freezeproof
No
Length
25 cm
Width
25.7 cm
Height
9.3 cm
Weight
900 g
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