Panasonic Professional (HC-X2000) 4K Ultra HD Camcorder | Review 2024

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Panasonic’s Professional HC-X2000 4K Ultra HD compact professional camcorder with a detachable handle with XLR inputs, with video light, and mic holder. 4K has 4 times the resolution of Full HD, and is about the same resolution as the 4K projector in your local movie theater. The HC-X2000 shoots 4K video at 8 megapixels (3840 x 2160) per frame, vs. 2 megapixels (1920 x 1080) of Full HD. With the industry transitioning to 4K TVs, this camcorder will future proof your videos to look spectacular on these TVs. If you shoot video in 4K and then convert it to HD, the video will still appear much sharper than a regular HD camcorder would. The HC-X2000 can record in either 4K (up to 60p) or HD.

The HC-X2000 records 4K video to SDXC U3 Memory cards (camcorder has dual slots), with 4K recording at a high bit rate. For best image quality the camcorder includes a fast Leica F1.8-F3.6 lens that was designed for the HC-X2000 to help in low light situations and has 24x optical zoom. The lens offers 5-Axis hybrid optical image stabilization. Pro features include ND filters, 1, 555K-dot) tiltable viewfinder, manual dials, accessory shoe, an external microphone jack and headphone jack.

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Panasonic HC-X2000 Features: The Panasonic HC-X2000 in addition to being full automatic, can also allow you to manually change settings with the Multi Manual Dial. For best quality video, this camcorder has an HDMI Mini Connector (output) to hook up to an HDTV or 4K TV. An accessory shoe allows you to add an external light or microphone. Features a 3.5″ LCD with the highest resolution we have seen (2,760,000 Dots) great for composing shots. Dual card slots can take SDHC and SDXC cards. Wind Noise Canceller detects and reduces wind noise. Venus Engine 4K processor. Built-in WiFi.

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Pro Features: Manual rings and dials, ND filters, and 24-bit high resolution linear PCM audio recording, 4: 2: 2 10-bit internal recording, double SD card slots, tiltable viewfinder. 3G-SDI & HDMI Out.
Handle with Light&Mic: Pro detachable handle with 2 XLR inputs, a microphone holder, and a video light (with dimming dial from 30-100%).
Panasonic HC-X2000 Dimensions: 10.1″ x 5.1″ x 3.7″
Camcorder 4K & HD Recording Modes: 4K Ultra HD 2160p Recording @ 24, 30 & 60fps, 1080p @ 60fps, 120fps (slow motion), 4K 10-bit 60p Recording (New Codec HEVC 200Mbps).
Lens 35mm equivalent range: 25mm to 600mm (f1.8-4.0) (62mm filter) Shutter Speed: 1/2 to 1/2,000
Built-in ND Filters: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, and 1/64th
Autofocus Type: Sensor-Shift Optical integrated lens

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Smart-Review Commentary: The new Pro HC-X2000 is Panasonic’s new professional 4K camcorder. This model comes with a detachable handle to make the camcorder more compact. The handle has a mic holder, video light & two XLR inputs. The X2000 can record up to 60 frames/second at 4K resolution (as well as 24 and 30fps).

Movie Theaters are now showing movies on 4K projectors, so the resolution of this camcorder is going to be near theater resolution. The resulting video can also be played on a regular HDTV or a 4K TV. Features a new /2.5″ MOS sensor. Its fast f1.8 lens performs better in low light situations. Its 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ optical image stabilization will keep your video from blurring, even in low light. Built-in WIFI will allow you to wirelessly transmit your video from your camcorder to the internet. You can also control your camcorder from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. The 60 frames/second recording mode (HD or 4K) will give you smoother and more lifelike video, especially for fast moving action like sports. The 120fps 1080p mode can provide slow motion effects. The larger 3.5-inch flip out LCD screen has excellent resolution (2,760,000 Dots) making it easier to compose your video.

The HC-X2000 has many manual dials & rings, controls and ND filters. The headphone jack allows you to monitor audio while filming. A tiltable viewfinder (EVF) with 1,555,200 dots of resolution is built-in. EVF can be used outside in bright sunlight. Shooting in 4K today will future proof your videos even if you don’t have a 4K TV. The Panasonic HC-X2000 is a Smart-Review top pick and has won our BEST of 2024 award for professional 4k camcorders with XLR audio inputs..

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