Panasonic Hc-X20 4K Camcorder With Connectivity

Panasonic Hc-x20 4k Camcorder With Connectivity

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Bring your mobile sports, event, or documentary video productions into the world of 4K with the Panasonic HC-X20 4K Mobile Camcorder with Rich Connectivity. Featuring a large 1" 15.03MP 4K sensor, the HC-X20 can record high-quality, professional-grade video in up to UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) 10-bit 4:2:2 resolutions. You can also record 1080p in VFR (variable frame rate) in 10 increments from 2 to 60 fps, as well as record HD video in a super-slow-motion mode at a frame rate up to 120 fps. The X20 also features numerous enhancements to its high-speed AF with face detection, a brighter monitor, UHD 4K image stabilization, and built-in Wi-Fi.

Whether producing event or ENG-style videos or live streaming, the 20x optical zoom power of the lens starts from a wide 24mm equivalent FOV for shooting in tight spots or grabbing impressive establishing shots, and it extends out to 32x i.Zoom for getting in tight on far-away subjects. The X20 also features built-in Wi-Fi that allows you to live stream via RTMP/RTSP so you can stream using popular content providers such as YouTube or Facebook Live. You can also wirelessly remotely control the X20 using a tablet or smartphone with a free-to-download Panasonic app.

While 4K video formats may seem daunting, the X20 manages to record them onto convenient SD cards (U3 rated or faster cards are required for video bit rates above 100 Mb/s) that are both small and robust. Two card slots are provided for increased flexibility. You can record to both cards simultaneously, either for backing up or recording high and low bit rate files or enable relay recording to capture a single file that spans multiple cards for longer recording times.

Ergonomically, the X20 features a compact handheld camcorder body with plenty of customizable control buttons for quickly accessing essential functions. When handheld, the sharp OLED EVF is within easy reach, and a high-bright 3.5" touchscreen is offered for monitoring and menu control; and both can be used simultaneously. Waveforms and scopes can be displayed to aid in exposure control. Atop the handgrip sits a large zoom rocker for precise zoom control. Lens functions can also be controlled manually using the three lens rings, one for focus, one for zoom, and one for iris. A 5900mAh battery for powering the X20 is included, along with a charger and a power supply for fixed-position operating.

Up to UHD 4K60 Video with Live Streaming 15MP 1" MOS Sensor, 5-Axis Hybrid OIS+ 20x Optical Zoom, 4K 24x/HD 32x i.Zoom Built-In Wi-Fi, 120 fps Slow Motion Handle with 2 x XLR Audio Inputs Built-In ND Filters, Wired Remote Option Up to 10-Bit UHD 4K60 4:2:0 & 4K30 4:2:2 Records MP4, MOV, AVCHD to Dual SD Slots Wide 25.4mm Lens, 3.5" LCD Screen High-Speed AF with Face Detection

Key Specs
Sensor Resolution	Effective: 15.03 Megapixel
Image Sensor	1"-Type MOS
Image Stabilization	Optical in Integrated Lens, 5-Axis (Video Only) Digital
Internal Recording Modes	AVCHD 4:2:0 8-Bit 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/29.97/50/59.94 fps [17 to 25 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [17 Mb/s VBR] 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps [8 Mb/s VBR] MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s VBR] MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) from 2 to 60.00 fps [150 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080p from 2 to 23.98/59.94 fps [50 to 200 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s VBR] MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) from 2 to 59.94 fps [150 to 150 Mb/s VBR] MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mb/s VBR] MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [72 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s VBR]
External Recording Modes	No
Media/Memory Card Slot	Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Video I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS A/V (Composite) Output 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Mobile App Compatible	No
Battery Type	Panasonic AG-VBR Series
Imaging
Sensor Resolution	Effective: 15.03 Megapixel
Image Sensor	1"-Type MOS
Image Stabilization	Optical in Integrated Lens, 5-Axis (Video Only) Digital
Built-In ND Filter	Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Capture Type	Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type	Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter
Shutter Speed	1/8000 to 1/6 Second
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes	AVCHD 4:2:0 8-Bit 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/29.97/50/59.94 fps [17 to 25 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [17 Mb/s VBR] 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps [8 Mb/s VBR] MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) from 2 to 59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mb/s VBR] MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) from 2 to 60.00 fps [150 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080p from 2 to 23.98/59.94 fps [50 to 200 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s VBR] MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) from 2 to 59.94 fps [150 to 150 Mb/s VBR] MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [72 to 100 Mb/s VBR] MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [72 Mb/s VBR] 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s VBR]
External Recording Modes	No
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support	Yes
Broadcast Output	NTSC/PAL
Built-In Microphone	Stereo
Audio Recording	AVCHD: 2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz AAC Audio MOV: 2-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz
IP Streaming	H.264, MP4, RTMP, RTMPS, RTP, RTSP 320 x 180 to 1920 x 1080 at 24p, 30p, 50p, 59.94p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
Still Image Capture
Image Sizes	16:9 DCF / EXIF / JPEG 15 MP (3840 x 2160) 15 MP (1920 x 1080) 15 MP (1280 x 720)
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Image File Format	JPEG
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot	Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Video I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS A/V (Composite) Output 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O	2x XLR 3-Pin Microphone (+48 V Phantom Power) Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
Power I/O	1x Barrel (12VDC at 3 A) Input
Other I/O	1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Input 1x USB-C Input
Wireless	Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Mobile App Compatible	No
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)	No
Viewfinder
Type	Built-In Electronic (OLED)
Size	0.39"
Resolution	1,770,000 Dot
Focus
Focus Type	Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode	Automatic, Manual Focus
General
Operating Conditions	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 10 to 90% Humidity
Battery Type	Panasonic AG-VBR Series
Shoe Mount	No
Accessory Mounting Thread	No
Dimensions (W x H x D)	6.7 x 7.7 x 13.5" / 17.1 x 19.5 x 34.3 cm (With Protrusions)
Weight	4.4 lb / 2 kg (Body Only) 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg (With Battery, Grip, Viewfinder)
Packaging Info
Package Weight	8.625 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	19.7 x 12.4 x 10.1"

This effective 1" MOS Sensor (15.03MP) combines ideal depth of field with balanced image quality and sensitivity.

Ideal for news, sports, and events, the X20 features a Wi-Fi connection for streaming and wireless camera control. It supports RTMP (Real Time Messaging Protocol), the protocol used when streaming with Adobe Flash, and it is RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS compatible using H.264/MPEG-4 AVC/AAC-LC compression. It supports streaming distribution of RTMP-compatible content, such as live video distribution services, and it records (with modes below FHD) onto SD cards in the camera is also possible while streaming.

A 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi module is built-in, so there is no need to purchase a separate wireless LAN module. Wi-Fi connection is possible using only the main unit. A tablet/smartphone with the HC ROP (available for free on Apple's App Store or Google Play) can be used for wireless remote control. The app can be used to control up to eight cameras.

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 and zoom power, maintaining a compact body. The lens features an f/2.8 to 4.5 aperture range and a focal length range from 8.8 to 176mm.

In both UHD/FHD modes, in addition to Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.), Electronic Image Stabilization operates to detect and correct handshake in the 5-axis direction, including rotational blurring. This provides powerful correction in unstable situations, such as low-angle and high-angle shooting.

There are three modes to choose from:

NORMAL (standard)

STABLE (effective for fixed-frame shooting)

PAN/TILT (effective in panning and tilting)

HDMI outputs up to 3840 x 2160 UHD 4K 4:2:2 10-bit, high image quality output, compatible with various applications.

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.

Provided with Face Detection to precisely capture subjects onsite free from out of focus problems and insufficient exposure. Also, by adding color recognition, tracking subjects is improved,

without interruption, when the face moves to either side.

Area Mode: 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

Y Get: Measures brightness at the center and displays numerical data

Focus Assist: When the Focus Assist button is pressed during manual focusing

Expand: Visibility can be enhanced by expanding the display of any desired part of the screen

Peaking: The contours of subjects in focus are colored for display emphasis

Expand and Peaking: Expand and Peaking can be used in combination

One Press AF: This function temporarily activates Auto Focus when shooting in Manual mode

The X20 features triple manual rings on the lens barrel for Zoom, Focus, and Iris control.

These manual functions ensure professional operation and enable speedy and intuitive camera

work.

ND filters are built into the lens to suppress the amount of incident light. The filters can be selected (1/4, 1/16, 1/64, or Clear) to match the shooting environment. This is convenient, for example, when you want to shoot at a slow shutter speed in bright daylight. Also, when opening the aperture, you can attain high resolution and a shallow depth of field.

Equipped with new, highly efficient codec HEVC recording

High-bit rate recording with LongGOP; 4:2:2 10-bit (UHD 4K30), 4:2:0 8-bit (UHD 4K60)

MOV files with compatibility and control are used

The same file system with the Professional Handheld Camcorder will automatically create

filenames 20 characters in length for easy control of clips. Conventional AVCHD acquisition

is also supported

The optical 20x zoom lens features an optical zoom of 20x, a 24x maximum digital i.Zoom range in UHD 4K, and a maximum 32x digital i.Zoom in 1080p. The lens can quickly cover the entire zoom range, so you won't miss your shots.

HD mode achieves a super slow-motion effect with a maximum 120 fps or 100 fps. It supports high-quality 10-bit recording in FHD mode. The image area is not cropped even at high frame rates.

Two XLR inputs with switchable 48V phantom power supply/MIC/LINE. In MOV mode, 24-bit linear PCM recording delivers high resolution sound quality. Volume control dial enables 2-channel control, and it also features an OSD level meter and a 3.5mm stereo headphone output.

Provided with professional camera image adjustment functions including the 16-axis independent color correction function similar to the one in a broadcast video camera as well as detail, skin detail, chroma level, chroma phase, master pedestal, gamma and knee setting functions.

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

The 3.5mm LCD touchscreen monitor can be constantly displayed even when viewing the tiltable EVF.

The camera is powered using a high-capacity AG-VBR series battery.

Double SD card slots are provided to enable unlimited relay recording by simply changing SD cards, and allows the use of various recording systems to ensure high recording reliability.

The camera features multiple professional assist functions, including:

Waveform monitor

Vectorscope

Zebra

Flash Band detection and correction

Luminance level adjustment

Level gauge

And more

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the "HC-X2" have a "Global Shutter"? It says it does in your specs.

A: Ours and others' specs say so but I am unable to confirm that from Panasonic at this time. We will be getting more information as it comes. However, there's no reason why it shouldn't be global shutter.

Q: 2. What is the minimum focus distance at wide angle and at telephoto?

A: While the manufacturer does not issue official statements about the minimum focus distance of this or many other of its similar camcorders, in our experience, at the widest end of its zoom range, this type of camcorder can focus at a distance of approximately 39.4" (1m). It is sometimes helpful to switch to manual focus to get to that closest distance.

Q: 3. I recently purchased this camera. Does the face detect, touch focus work in manual mode? I have been having difficulty making that work.

A: No, In manual mode the camera would be in manual control mode and not support automatic features like Autofocus.

Q: 4. I find the x20 auto focus lags badly. Can someone advise how to best track a moving object? settings of sensitivity etc

A: Providing light is the best way to get the autofocus system in the Panasonic HC-X20 4K Mobile Camcorder with Rich Connectivity to track a subject.

Q: 5. does this camera have an external LCD viewfinder? Can you use the same LAN zoom, focus, iris controls as previous 1080p Panasonic camcorders? (ie: AJ-PX270)

A: The Panasonic HC-X2 4K Camcorder has a 3.5" LCD display that can be safely tucked away into the integrated handle, behind the microphone array on the front left-hand side.

Q: 6. Does this camera come with the external microphone that is on the picture?

A: The Shotgun mic is unfortunately not included with the Panasonic HCX20 camcorder. The Panasonic recommended microphone is the Panasonic AG-MC200G Unidirectional Microphone BH #PAAGMC200G • MFR #AG-MC200G https://bhpho.to/3SKh9wT

Q: 7. Has anyone had trouble connecting the camera as a card reader through USB-C on a Mac. I get error -36 and can't figure it out?

A: You must ensure that the cable that you connect to the Panasonic HC-X20 4K Mobile Camcorder with Rich Connectivity conforms with USB 3.1. Panasonic recommends using a cable that is less than 4.9 feet in length when possible.

Q: 8. Is there anyway to get 4k 30p or 60 from the HDMI out?

A: Yes, the Panasonic HC-X2 4K Camcorder can output 4K video up to 60p via the HDMI output.

Q: 9. what in the box? only the hc-x20? no battery/power case??

A: The box's contents for the Panasonic HC-X20 4K Mobile Camcorder with Rich Connectivity and all other items listed on the B&H website are located in the "In the Box," section of the overview of our items. The contents are as follows: Panasonic HC-X20 4K Mobile Camcorder with Rich Connectivity, Power Supply, Power Cable, 5900mAh Battery, Battery Charger, Microphone Holder, Microphone Holder Screw Set, Input Terminal Cap, Eye Cup, Lens Hood, and Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty.

Q: 10. Does this camera have a date and time stamp (including seconds) option for deposition videography?

A: Yes, The Panasonic HC-X20 supports Time/Date Stamp.

Stephen	18/09/2024
[JPEG] I'd been shooting docs and performance for ten years with a Panasonic AC160. It was great in its day and served me well until I realized it was time to upgrade. I selected this camera because of its perceived similarities and hoped-for flat learning curve. Boy, was I wrong . . . but in all the right ways. This camera is awesome and has features not described elsewhere including waveforms, macro video and still capture. I spent three hours yesterday exploring settings and buttons and how to activate features on-the-fly for run-and-gun work. I'm recording two long events next week and expect to have some amazing footage to edit in FinalCutPro when I get back before burning DVDs for the performers. I'm expecting the best footage capture ever. 5

Jai	02/09/2024
[JPEG] I just got back from an Africa Safari with this camcorder. Had a chance to preview my 4K raw videos on my TV at home .. amazingly crisp videos, just like the way my eyes saw it, only thing missing was the 3D effect! I have to say I am very impressed by how well this camcorder performed under all types if lifht conditions, bright sun to early morning sunrise. The wind noise filtering is also very good and the sound pretty amazing. I was debating whether to get the one with viewfinder but ultimately decided against it. I’m glad I opted for the panel viewfinder only .. so much more convenient to just flip it open, record, close it and put it standby mode. Battery performance was surprisingly very good. All in all a very good buy and a fantastic performer. 5

Veronica	28/08/2024
[1,770,000 Dot] I needed a new camcorder as my last one I bought when my kids were born. It is still a great camera but saves on those old cassette tapes that I cant figure out how to transfer over. As my kids are now in highschool I needed something more convenient. Iphones take amazing videos but I am not a fan of the digital zoom especially in lowlight situations. With nighttime football games and indoor volleyball games the iphone just doesnt cut it. This camcorder is amazing! I can be at the top of the bleachers and get the whole marching band in the shot or zoom in on my daughter and see her facial expressions. The picture is great even in the lowlight of nighttime games. I wish I had bought this years ago!!! 5

Octavius	27/08/2024
[16:9] I wanted to grab the Panasonic HC-x20 for podcasting, documentary and streaming for YouTube and more. I think this camcorder will benefit the team greatly due to it being a Swiss armory knife in production and more. Love this camcorder and B&H. 5

Joseph	17/08/2024
[8.625 lb] This does the trick for me. I will say that I love the picture, the sound, and all the various outputs and controls. With an external microphone, it really does a nice job. The zoom is superb, and though I wish I had the Zeiss lens, I probably wouldn't be able to tell the difference for my work. Things I don't like? Size, it's big, and I needed a large case for it. The outputs for live streaming are at right angles, so the cords hang wrong. I added my own right angle BNC for streaming; but it's a bit awkward. The power cord comes with a right angle, but is positioned right above the outputs. The eyepiece is automatic, and if I lean too close, the screen shuts off. That's probably the most irritating thing for ongoing use; because I'm in a tight space and have to lean close to use the zoom. The shut off for video is set for 15 minutes, so the first time you use it for live streaming, I found it shutting off if I didn't keep touching it. The documentation was bad for this; and finding it was not simple. I got a lot of negative feedback when it was used as a monitoring camera from the second floor. This is something I expect will sour some folks the first time it does it to them. Documentation is not good. The automatic focus doesn't seem to work as well as my Canon did. I get a few blurry seconds on occasion. Do I like it, yeah, I do. 5

zuber	08/08/2024
[Yes] Best camera in this price range go for it Blindly. 5

Scott	28/07/2024
[1,770,000 Dot] Bought this camcorder hoping for exceptional quality and zooming for youth sports where stadiums & distance from players is a factor. BETTER than expected and super happy with battery life (lasted several games of rugby). 5

Landon	26/07/2024
[8.625 lb] I wanted a camcorder that didn't just shoot 4K video, but also shot GOOD 4K video for my wildlife footage. The next feature I was needing is something that phones can't do, and that is infrared. The infrared feature (along with a infrared light panel I have) made shooting night video something special for the videos I wanted to create. I love my camera and would purchase it again! 5

Alex I	17/07/2024
[1"-Type MOS] Since 2006 I purchased top consumer HD camcorders every year from B&H and this one is by far the best one yet first of all it has countless settings night vision recording and let me tell you the Leica lens alone is worth the purchase of the camcorder this high end lens system makes a huge difference in image quality especially at full 20x optical zoom and as for the 4K quality if you've been to an electronic store watching the 4K TVs on display Then that is the kind video quality that this camcorder can produce keep in mind you need to learn the settings before getting the described results but once you do this will be far superior than anything you see on HD TV or at theaters in video quality! I want to thank B&H photo for being the top online electronic store to me always taking care of my issues never failing me 5