Panasonic LUMIX X1500 4K Camcorder

SKU: HCX1500

Panasonic LUMIX X1500 4K Camcorder
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
  • [PRO FEATURES] Manual rings, ND filters, built-in LED video light, and 24-bit high resolution linear PCM audio recording, 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording, double SD card slots
  • [WIFI LIVE STREAMING] HD live streaming supported by built-in Wi-Fi
  • [4K RECORDING] 4K 60p recording in a small and light body with a heat-dispersing design
  • [LEICA DICOMAR LENS] Wide-angle 25mm 24x optical zoom with 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S (Optical Image Stabilization) and high-speed and focusing.
  • [DISPLAY / LVF] The 3.5-inch monitor (2,760K-dots) with electrostatic touch panel, plus up/down tiltable viewfinder (1,555K-dot). Simultaneous LCD output is available.
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.

Easy Detachable Handle* with XLR Input and LED
Includes mic holder, REC button, zoom lever, 2ch XLR audio inputs for high-quailty sound, LED Light and more. Quick, easy detachment with single-screw locking mechanism.

*Available as optional accessory (VW-HU1)
Imaging

  • Sensor Resolution: Actual: 8.57 Megapixel
    Effective: 8.29 Megapixel
  • Sensor Type: 1/2.5" MOS Sensor
  • Image Stabilization: Optical in Integrated Lens
  • Built-In ND Filter: Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters
  • Shutter Speed: 1/1 to 1/30 sec
  • Gain: 0 to 30 dB
  • Minimum Illumination: 1.5 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed
  • White Balance: 2000 to 15,000K
Lens


  • Focal Length: 4.1 to 98.9mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 25 to 600mm)
  • Optical Zoom Ratio: 24x
  • Max Digital Zoom: 48x
  • Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
  • Minimum Aperture: f/4
  • Optical Design: 14 Elements in 11 Groups
  • Minimum Focus Distance: Wide: 0.3' / 0.1 m
    Telephoto: 3.9' / 1.2 m
  • Filter Size: 62 mm
  • Control Rings: Focus
    Zoom
    Iris
  • Focus Control: Autofocus
    Manual Focus
Recording


  • Recording Modes: AVCHD/MOV/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit:
    3840 x 2160p up to 50/60 fps
    1920 x 1080p up to 50/60/120 fps 
    AVCHD/MOV/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit:
    3840 x 2160p at 25/30 fps
    1920 x 1080p at 25/30/50/60 fps 
  • Variable Frame Rates: 4.8 Up to 120 fps
  • Still Image Support: JPEG
  • IP Streaming: RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
    RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 1280 x 720 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
    RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 640 x 360 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
    RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 320 x 180 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
Interface
  • Video Connectors: 1 x HDMI Output
  • Audio Connectors: 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Output
  • Built-In Microphone Type: Stereo
  • Other I/O:1 x USB Micro-B Input
    1 x 2.5 mm Output
  • Wireless Interfaces: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Monitor
  • Size: 3.5"
  • Resolution: 2,760,000 Dot
  • Display Type: Articulating Touchscreen LCD
EVF
  • EVF Display Type: LCD
  • Screen Size: .24"
  • EVF Resolution: 1,560,000 Dots
Power
  • Battery Type: Panasonic AG-VBR Series
  • Power Connectors: 1 x Barrel (12 VDC) Input
  • Power Consumption: 7.9 W
Environmental
  • Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
  • Operating Humidity: 10 to 80%
Physical
  • Accessory Mount: 1 x Multi-Interface Shoe
  • Tripod Mounting Thread: 1/4"-20 Female
  • Built-In Light: No
  • Dimensions: 10.12 x 5.08 x 3.66" / 257 x 129 x 93 mm (Without Handle)
  • Weight: 2.65 lb / 1.2 kg

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  • AG-VBR59 Battery
  • AC Adapter
  • AC Cable
  • Lens Hood
  • Lens Cap
  • Eyecup