Panasonic HC-X1500 4K Pro Camcorder
Panasonic HC-X1500 4K Pro Camcorder
(Panasonic HCX1500GC)
We Think You Should Know
- Australian Panasonic Warranty
- Purchase Guarantee (see T&C's)
- Recording Up to 4K 60FPS Video with Ultra-Compact Design Body
- 35mm Equivalent 25mm to 600mm Optical Zoom Lens
- 4K High-Precision Auto Focus
- Hybrid Optical Image Stabilisation System
- 10-bit Internal Recording
Overview
Smallest and lightest* 4K 60p camcorder in a compact, high mobility body for remarkable optical performance and pro functions.
* For a camcorder with an integrated lens capable of 4K 60p recording (as of January 6, 2020, Panasonic research).
Features
Wide 25mm* and Optical 24x Zoom Lens
Covers a range from 25mm wide-angle to 600mm tele with a 24x zoom. i.ZOOM achieves 32x zoom with 4K resolution and 48x zoom with FHD.
* 35mm camera equivalent.
4K High-Precision AF
Face Detection captures subjects free from out-of-focus and exposure problems. Color recognition improves tracking when faces move to either side.
HYBRID O.I.S.
In both UHD/FHD modes, in addition to Optical Image Stabilization, Electronic Image Stabilization detects and corrects handshake in the 5-axis direction.
Versatile Recording Modes
Support a high bit rate of 200 Mbps for 59.94p/50p video recording with HEVC (LongGOP/10 bit 4:2:0/MOV) codec, and 120/100fps Super Slow-motion with 10-bit recording in FHD
Tiltable Viewfinder with Eyecup
1,550K dot equiv. color viewfinder can be easily tilted for added convenience; large eyecup comfortably fits either eye.
3.5 inch LCD with Touch Operation
An approx. 2,760k dot LCD monitor provides an RGB pixel structure for high legibility in bright light; an electrostatic touch panel enables easy menu selection.
Two Manual Rings
Improved manual ring response can be set in 7 steps to maintain constant zoom speed; ring sizes change from front to back for easy operation.
ND Filter
Built into the lens to suppress incident light, ND filters can be selected (1/4, 1/16, 1/64, or OFF) to match shooting environments.
Double SD Card Slot
Enables relay recording simply by changing SD cards, and allows both simultaneous and background recording for high recording reliability.
Panasonic - The Company, The Brand
In 2018 one of the world's largest electronics companies will turn 100. If you are old enough you will remember the National brand which then went on to become National Panasonic. Panasonic holds a worldwide reputation for producing highly reliable, cutting edge and very affordable products. Panasonic has a large and varied range of products from Automotive, Aviation, Communications and Entertainment only to name a few. Nearly 30 years later we have no hesitation in recommending Panasonic products to our customers.
| SENSOR SECTION | Image Sensor | 1/2.5-type (inch) MOS Sensor | |
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| Effective Pixles | 8.29 megapixels | ||
| LENS SECTION | F Value | F1.8 ― 4.0 | |
| Optical Zoom | 24x | ||
| Focal Length | 4.12 ― 98.9mm | ||
| 35 mm Film Camera Equivalent | 25.0 ― 600.0 mm | ||
| Filter Diameter | 62 mm | ||
| Lens Brand | Leica Dicomar Lens | ||
| CAMERA SECTION | Minimum Illumination | 1.5 lx (F1.8, Super Gain +, 1/30) | |
| Focus | Auto / Manual | ||
| Zoom | Intelligent Zoom OFF | 24x | |
| Intelligent Zoom ON | Max. 48x (UHD 32x) | ||
| Digital Zoom | 2x / 5x / 10x | ||
| Shutter Speed | 59.94 Hz mode | 59.94i/59.94p: 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 29.97p: 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 23.98p: 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 |
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| 50.00 Hz mode | 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 |
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| Slow Shutter Speed | 59.94 Hz mode | 59.94i/59.94p: 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 sec 29.97p: 1/8, 1/15 sec 23.98p: 1/6, 1/12 sec |
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| 50.00 Hz mode | 50i/50p: 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 sec 25p: 1/6, 1/12 sec |
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| Super Slow Recording Frame Rate | 59.94 Hz mode | FHD 120 fps (1/2 speed at 60p, 1/4 speed at 30p, 1/5 speed at 24p) | |
| 50.00 Hz mode | FHD 100 fps (1/2 speed at 50p, 1/4 speed at 25p) | ||
| ND Filter | 1/4, 1/16, 1/64, OFF | ||
| IR Filter | Incorporates the ON/OFF control function | ||
| White Balance | Auto / ATW LOCK / 3200K / 5600K / VAR (2000K—15000K) / Ach Fixed / Bch Fixed | ||
| Iris | Auto / Manual | ||
| Image Stabilizer | Ball O.I.S., 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S. (UHD/FHD) | ||
| RECORDING SECTION | Recording Media | SDHC/SDXC Memory Card | |
| Recording Format | MOV, MP4, AVCHD | ||
| Video Compression Method | MOV/MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile, H.265/MPEG-H HEVC Main10 Profile AVCHD: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile |
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| Audio Compression Method | MOV: LPCM (24bit 2ch) MP4: AAC (16bit 2ch) AVCHD: Dolby Audio (16bit 2ch) |
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| System Frequency | 59.94Hz / 50.00Hz | ||
| Recording / Playback Mode | MOV (HEVC) | [4:2:0 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC 200M: Average 200Mbps (VBR) UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p HEVC 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR) |
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| MOV | [4:2:0 8bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR) UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR) [4:2:2 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR) FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p 200M (ALL-Intra): Average 200Mbps (VBR) FHD 1920x1080 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 100M (ALL-Intra): Average 100Mbps (VBR) FHD 1920x1080 59.94i/50i 100M (ALL-Intra): Average 100Mbps (VBR) FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR) FHD 1920x1080 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p/59.94i/50.00i 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR) |
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| MP4 (HEVC) | [4:2:0 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR) UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p HEVC 72M: Average 72Mbps (VBR) |
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| MP4 | [4:2:0 8bit] UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 72M: Average 72Mbps (VBR) FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p/23.98p 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR) |
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| AVCHD | [4:2:0 8bit] 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) PM 1280x720 59.94p/50.00p: Average 8Mbps (VBR) |
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| P2 | — | ||
| LIVE STREAMING | Video Compression Format | H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile, High Profile | |
| Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (FHD), 1280 x 720 (HD), 640 x 360, 320 x 180 | ||
| Streaming Method | Unicast, Multicast | ||
| Frame Rate | System frequency = 59.94 Hz: 30 fps, 60 fps System frequency = 50.00 Hz: 25 fps, 50 fps |
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| Bit Rate | 24 Mbps, 20 Mbps, 16 Mbps, 14 Mbps, 8 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 4 Mbps, 3 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1.5 Mbps, 1 Mbps, 0.7 Mbps, 0.5 Mbps | ||
| Audio Compression Format | AAC-LC, 48 kHz/16 bit, 2ch | ||
| Network Protocol | RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS | ||
| STILL IMAGE SECTION | Recording Format | JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2) | |
| Recording Image Size* | Video Playback Mode: 3840 x 2160 (16:9), 1920 x 1080 (16:9), 1280 x 720 (16:9) | ||
| GENERAL SECTION | Power Supply | 7.28V (Battery) / 12V (AC Adaptor) | |
| Power Consumption | 14.4W (LCD Monitor) | ||
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 129 x 93 x 257 mm (5.08 x 3.66 x 10.1 inch) | ||
| Weight | Body: approx. 0.9kg (1.98 lb) (body only, excluding handle, lens hood, battery, and accessories) Shooting: approx. 1.2kg (2.65 lb) (including lens hood, battery, and eyecup) |
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| LCD Monitor | 8.88 cm (3.5-inch) Wide LCD monitor (About 2,760,000 dots) (For Europe) 3.5-inch Wide LCD monitor (About 2,760,000 dots) (For North America / Asia) |
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| Viewfinder | 0.61 cm (0.24-inch) Wide EVF (About 1,560,000 dots) (For Europe) 0.24-inch Wide EVF (About 1,560,000 dots) (For North America / Asia) |
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| Manual Ring | Focus / Zoom or Iris | ||
| Accessory Shoe | Yes | ||
| LED Video Light | Average Illumination | — | |
| Irradiation Angle | — | ||
| Color Temperature | — | ||
| INTERFACE SECTION | Video | SDI OUT | — |
| HDMI | Type A x 1 (VIERA Link not supported) Output format: 2160/59.94p/50.00p/29.97p/25.00p/23.98p, 1080/59.94p/50.00p/29.97p/25.00p/23.98p/59.94i/50.00i, 720/59.94p/50.00p, 480/59.94p, 576/50.00p |
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| Audio Input | Built-in Microphone | Stereo microphone | |
| Microphone Input | 3.5mm stereo mini jack x 1 | ||
| XLR Input | — | ||
| Audio Output | SDI | — | |
| HDMI | 2 ch (LPCM 24bit) | ||
| Headphone | 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack x 1 | ||
| Speaker | 15 mm diameter, round x 1 | ||
| Other Input/Output | Camera Remote | 2.5mm super mini jack x 1 | |
| USB 2.0 HOST | — | ||
| USB 2.0 DEVICE | Micro-AB connector, 5-pin, mass storage function (read only) | ||
| DC IN | DC 12V (11.4V ― 12.6V) EIAJ Type4 | ||
| Wi-Fi | Standard | IEEE 802.11b/g/n | |
| Frequency | 2.4GHz band | ||
- Panasonic HC-X1500 4K Pro Camcorder
- AG-VBR59 Battery Pack
- AC Adaptor & Cable
- DVYE1189Z Lens Hood
- DVZE1040Z Eye Cup
- Users' Manual
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