11 best semi pro camcorders

Product description

The VIXIA HF R800 it's a lightweight camcorder with an extensive optical zoom and easy-to-use interface. Video recording system - MPEG-4.

• A 3.0-inch capacitive touch panel LCD screen that is bright and clearly visible, even outdoors in the sun, with rich, natural color reproduction
• SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer helps correct camera shake quickly, so even handheld video taken at long focal lengths can be sharp and steady
• The 57x advanced zoom allows you to create videos with dynamic variety, and is less likely to disrupt the action you're shooting
• High-resolution HD CMOS Image Sensor features extra sensitivity that delivers beautifully lifelike Full HD video with natural color, even in low light
• Turn your VIXIA camcorder into a high-quality webcam using its clean HDMI output

User questions & answers

Question:	Can an IR filter be screwed on the front
Answer:	This camcorder has a 43mm filter thread for you to attach filters.
Question:	How much better than the
Answer:	I've owned both the R700 & this R800 and the only difference I can find is the R800 records MP4 video only. There might be some difference in the settings, but I'm not sure of that. The R800 "seems" to be a 'little' better in low light, but not much (if any). You're getting a newer model camera. But if you already have an R700 and you are satisfied, don't waste your money.
Question:	Does this camcorder have night vision
Answer:	Thank you for your time. Please note that this unit does offer a "night" mode but does not have night vision specifically.
Question:	So it can definitely accommodate an external microphone
Answer:	From the manual... "You can connect to the camcorder's MIC terminal commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect almost any stereo microphone with a 3.5 mm plug, but audio recording levels may vary." Note: "WITH THEIR OWN POWER SUPPLY."http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/0/0300025910/01/vixiahfr80-82-800-im-en.pdf

Product features

VIXIA HF R800

Capture your family’s most precious memories with the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder. Thanks to its powerful zoom, you can record moments near, far and in between. Exciting new features include Highlight Priority mode with backlight correction to help you get the best shots you can, and improved slow and fast recording options that let you experiment with different ways to record. The lightweight package of the VIXIA HF R800 means you can keep it on hand to record whatever you want, whenever you want, to removable SD cards that provide quick and convenient sharing. Easy to use and bring with you, pick up the VIXIA HF R800 and start making memories.

57x Advanced Zoom

The impressive 57x Advanced Zoom allows you to create videos with dynamic variety, and is less likely to disrupt the action you're shooting. It's ideal for formal ceremonies, animals in the wild, candid family videos and more. Available in manual mode, Advanced Zoom takes the camcorder's telephoto power from 32.5mm all the way to 1853mm (35mm equivalent) for amazing flexibility in shooting. For more convenient shooting and better creative control over your videos, the camcorder offers continually variable Zoom Speed settings with 15 levels available.

Optical Image Stabilization

Canon's sophisticated SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer helps correct camera shake quickly, so even handheld video taken at long focal lengths can be sharp and steady. Providing continuous adjustment throughout the entire zoom range to correct a broad range of motion, the Dynamic Image Stabilization system on the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder stabilizes rotational camera shake. Controlling rotational camera shake – horizontal, vertical and roll axis – helps ensure smooth, virtually distortion-free video, even when you're walking while shooting.

Full HD CMOS Sensor

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder is equipped with a 3.28 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor to capture your memories in true 1920 x 1080 resolution. Canon's advanced, high-resolution HD CMOS Image Sensor features extra sensitivity that delivers beautifully lifelike Full HD video with natural color, even in low light. On-chip noise reduction brings bright clarity to every frame. Video is rich, clear and amazingly detailed anywhere you view it, even when played back on a large HDTV.

DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder incorporates the powerful DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor for outstanding imaging performance. The DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor captures more light, for brighter, virtually noise-free images even in dark scenes. It also speeds up operation and enables steady image stabilization for clear images even when shooting handheld.

Record Video Directly to a Removable SD Card

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder records Full HD video directly to a removable SD memory card. Widely available in several capacities, SD memory cards let you share your videos quickly and easily. In addition to SD memory cards, the VIXIA HF R800 also lets you use super-high capacity SDXC cards. The same size as a standard SD card, an SDXC card can hold up to 2048 GB, and provides ultra-fast data transfer.

MP4 1080/60p Recording

1080/60p recording captures a large amount of information, virtually eliminating diagonal noise so even fast-moving subjects can show up crisply. This great sense of detail and faithful rendering of moving edges, plus enhanced color and fine tonal gradation, helps you take advantage of all that Full HD has to offer. Files are captured at a bit rate of up to 35 Mbps, so image quality is incredibly high.

Lightweight, Portable Body

Keep the VIXIA HF R800 with you for life’s unforgettable memories. A lightweight, compact and convenient body means you can have the camcorder ready for those extraordinary moments, with no need to worry about it taking up precious luggage room for your vacations, outings and family trips.

Touch Panel LCD

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder features a 3.0-inch capacitive touch panel LCD screen that's bright and clearly visible, even outdoors in the sun, with rich, natural color reproduction. Its streamlined user interface makes choosing focal points, tracking moving subjects, and shooting and watching your videos easy and fun. Clear explanations pop up when selecting shooting modes and recording formats, so even new videographers can feel confident as they create impressive videos.

High-capacity Battery Pack

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder is powered by a high capacity Battery Pack BP-727. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery not only lets you shoot for long periods, but features intelligent technology that can accurately indicate remaining battery time for extra insurance that you won't miss an important shooting opportunity.

Slow and Fast Motion Recording

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder delivers flexible Slow and Fast Motion capabilities for a variety of customizable recording options. You can record slow-motion images at speed settings down to 0.5x, ideal for checking out your golf swing or creating movie-like slow-mo effects. Fast motion has a top speed of 1200x, recording an incredible 20 hours of action in a single one-minute scene. You can even choose new speed settings of 300x and 600x for added flexibility.

Highlight Priority Mode

Capture your memories exactly as you see them with the improved Highlight Priority Mode, which helps to prevent loss of detail in high brightness areas. Now featuring Backlight Correction, the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder delivers footage that’s more balanced and realistic, leaving you with beautiful memories to enjoy for years to come.

Zoom Framing Assist Setting

To complement the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder’s long-distance recording capability, Zoom Framing Assist helps keep distant subjects in the frame. When you're shooting at the long end of the zoom and you've lost your subject, simply press an icon on the touch screen and the zoom magnification will automatically decrease, making it easy for you to locate and zoom in on the subject. Available in Auto or Manual mode, Zoom Framing Assist helps you accurately track and capture your subject.

File Lock Function

With one simple setting, you can keep your videos safe from accidental operational errors. The File Lock function disables deletion, dividing, trimming, copying, MP4 conversion and thumbnail changes with a touch, giving you peace of mind when children or others use your camcorder.

Compatible with Canon Connect Station CS100

The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder is compatible with Canon's photo and video storage device: the Canon Connect Station CS100. It provides up to 1TB of hard drive space, storing approximately 150,000 photos or approximately 70 hours of video content1. For ease of use, it features USB connectivity for quick file transfer, as well as simple menus for easy file storage, managing and sorting. Images and videos can then be viewed in Full HD on an HDTV, sent for printing and more.

CameraWindow DC Software

CameraWindow DC software is available as a downloadable application. The software can make it easy to import MP4 and JPEG files from your VIXIA camcorder to a PC or Mac, where they can be shared and edited.

[Disclaimers]

1. Calculated with approx. 6.6MB for each photo and with average 32 Mbps Full HD video.

• 【Video Camera as Webcam】: The video camera is useful to take the beautiful photos and share it in your Youtube. It can be used as webcam when the camera connect the computer. Please operate the camera button to choose the “PC CAM” mode.When the “AMCAP ” window is opened,from which shooting object through the camera will be showed on this window. You can have a video call with your families or friends. Please download the software “AMCAP ” before use the webcam function.
• 【Multifunction Camcorder】: 1080P(15fps) Video Resolution, 24M(6000x4500) Image Resolution, image format (JPEG), video format(AVI), 16X digital zoom, camcorder with fill light, 3.0 inch LCD and supports 270°rotation, Anti-shake, Face Capture, Beauty Function, Self-timer and Webcam function, Pause function, USB 2.0, TV Output, Setting Date and Time.
• 【Pause Function】: This video camera supports Pause function,so you can pause the recording when you need,then continue recording again without starting a new one, which makes it easier for you to edit and upload the videos. This video camera included a USB cable,you can connect it directly to the computer to upload videos. This video camera included a AV cable,you can connect it directly to the TV to playback the videos.
• 【Recording While Charging】: The camcorder come with two 1500 mAh NP-FV5 batteries. It allows you to keep recording around 60 to 90 minutes when it's fully charged. For the first time use need to charge more than 8 hours. The camcorder support the recording while charging,good to record long videos anytime.
• 【Small and Compact Camcorder】: The camcorder supports SD/SDHC card up to 32GB (not included), just remember to format the SD card before use the camcorder first time. The camcorder support the tripod(not included) connection and the hole is standard size.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this video camera have night vision
Answer:	No, this video camera can't support the night vision. The video camera has fill light.
Question:	I just received my camcorder and it will not zoom. Am I missing something? The zoom button is pretty obvious
Answer:	If the camera is on and/or you are in the video mode and taking video, the Telephoto to Wide angle button on the the center top of the video camera is the "ZOOM" or wide angle as you describe it. There is a "T" and a "W" on either side of the lever that works this feature as shown in the instructions and the A,mason description picture. There is nothing else that you need to be doing.
Question:	how exactly do you format the SDHC card
Answer:	How to format the memory card: Please press the "Mode" button to get into the "Setup" page. Choose the "Format" option and press "OK" to confirm.
Question:	Is there a seperate/external battery charger I can use to recharge the battery not currently in use? And a list of ad-on items for the camera
Answer:	You can buy this：https://www.amazon.com/Camcorder-Digital-Rechargeable-Battery%EF%BC%88NP-FV5-Charger%EF%BC%89/dp/B07JHXYZTP/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&m=A1IR5KFR5UHQP1&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&qid=1604475687&s=merchant-items&sr=1-4

Product features

The camera can support TV and Computer output

Connect to the TV:

1. Please connect the camera to your TV with the AV&USB cable.

2. Please set the TV signal source as AV and get into this mode.

3. You will find the camera screen that turning black which is normal, not the camera malfunction. And the content will be displayed on your TV screen. You need to operate the camera to display your photos/videos. (Notice: In this mode, the icons on the screen cannot be removed.)

Connect to the Computer:

1.Please turn on the camera,insert the AV＆USB Cable into the camera and computer port separately.

2.The computer will automatic install driver and the computer screen will display the driver installation is complete.

3.Please press the camera "MODE" button to choose the camera “MSDC ”mode,then open the U disk,the camera files can be seen.

Please format the sd card

The camcorder can support SD/MMC Memory Card. (4GB to 32GB, Memory Card needs to buy separately).

Warm Tips:

1. Memory card needs to be formatted for first-time use or if the card was used by other camcorder.)

2. If the camera crashes or shows a blurred screen, please format the SD card within the camera or on the computer before using it.

3. If the SD card can't be locked in the slot, which means it has not reached the correct position and you need to press deeper to make sure it is locked.

Product description

Full HD Video/ 9. 2MP stills Exmore R CMOS sensor bionz x processor Zeiss 30x optical zoom lens optical steady shot image stabilization XAVC S recoding, AVCHD, and MP4 2. 7 flip-out LCD view screen

• 50Mbps XAVC S1 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens
• Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge
• Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction. Get creative w/ 7 picture effects for video and still photos.For windows computers, details vary according to OS (Windows7/VISTA/XP)
• View on 2.7” Clear Photo Plus LCD display. Intelligent Auto (60 different scene combinations possible) , Focal Length (35mm) (Video) f=26.8 - 804.0 mm (16:9) Focal Length (35mm) (Still Image) f=26.8-804.0mm (16:9), f=32.8-984.0mm (4:3)
• This product does not have an external microphone input.

User questions & answers

Question:	What does the camera come with? it's a gift for my mom and I was wondering if I should get a bag for it or a memory card
Answer:	So - to answer his question directly - the answer is no. The buyer will need to buy a memory card.
Question:	What is the longest continuous recording file that you can create with this camera, assuming 64gb sdxc
Answer:	Hi R. N. Winters, depending on the type of videos to be recorder: XAVC S HD - 2 h 35 min, AVCHD (High Quality) - 8 h 15 min), AVCHD (standard) - 14 h 40 min. Hope this helps. -Ely
Question:	Can I record while the camera is charging? If I have a portable charger, could I have the camera plugged into that and still record
Answer:	I think the answers are confusing to some. Here's the scoop. You can use an external battery pack like the one you charge your Iphone with or you can plug it into a USB port or you can use the 110v adapter with USB cable plugged in. When you do those following things the camera is running off those power sources and not your battery. And yes, you can record while plugged into those external power sources. The battery will not charge when doing that and recording but that should not be a problem. Charge your battery at home. Now start recording and when your battery gets low plug into your external battery pack or USB and keep going. I own this camera and did the experiment. I use this in my car as a dash cam and it's plugged into my cigarette lighter and it runs non stop without using the battery.
Question:	Does it have a 3.5mm jack to plug in an external microphone
Answer:	This camcorder does not have an external microphone jack.

Product features

Full HD 60p Camcorder

Make it memorable with Sony Full HD/60p quality. Capture amazing footage in low light and control. Get close to the action with a 27x zoom, wide-angle Carl Zeiss lens and say goodbye to shake with Steady Shot image stabilization. It’s the perfect starter camera.

1920x1080 Full HD 60p w/9.2MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor

Create high definition 1920 x 1080 60p videos and high quality 9.2MP still images. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated ExmorR CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor R CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions.

29.8mm wide angle Carl Zeiss Lens

From the authority in lens technology, the Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens provides a high quality 29.8mm wide angle so you can get everything you want in the shot.

27x Optical/54x Clear Image Zoom to get even closer to the action

Get amazingly close with 27x optical zoom plus 54x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in unsharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video.

2.7 inch Clear Photo LCD display (230K)

The 2.7 inch (16:9) Clear Photo LCD (230K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily - even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene.

SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active Mode

SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.

Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction

Sony’s Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.

Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge

The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it’s out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time.

Get creative w/ 7 picture effects for video and still photos

Picture Effects add a new level of expression to video and photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. There are seven different effects such as partial color to make your focal point stand out, or watercolor which looks like a painting.

AVCHD and MP4 dual recording

Record HD video in the AVCHD and MP4 formats for highest quality or easy transfer and sharing. AVCHD provides premium video that can be enjoyed on large screen HDTVs, and is ideal for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family vacations and other moments you want to treasure for a lifetime. MP4 is great for those moments that you want to quickly share on your social networks or store on the cloud.

Intelligent Auto (60 different scene combinations possible)

Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from ten distinct scene modes and wind noise reduction. There are 60 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Tripod , Backlight, Landscape, Spotlight, Twilight, Macro, Low light.

Product description

Adorama is a Panasonic authorized reseller and includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty.

Panasonic 4K Ultra HD Camcorder HC-VX981K (Black), Starter Bundle

 

Included in the box:

• Panasonic HC-VX981K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder
• AC Adapter
• DC Cable (USB Type)
• Rechargeable Battery Pack (1940mAh)
• Micro HDMI Cable
• Shoe Adapter
• Lens Hood
• USB 2.0 Cable
• HD Writer AE 5.3 Editing Software (Download)
• Video Bag
• SanDisk 32GB Extreme PRO SDHC Memory Card
• ProOptic Cleaning Kit
• 49mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND2)
• Memory Wallet

 

Product Features:

• Ultra-sharp 4K Ultra HD recording
• 18.91 Megapixel MOS sensor
• LEICA Dicomar Lens optical 20x zoom
• 1/2.3-Inch BSI Sensor
• 5-axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization
• Wi-Fi Smartphone Twin Video Capture
• High-quality 4K Photo captures
• HDR Movie
• Built in Wi-Fi
• 3 inch Touch Screen LCD Display
• Built-In Microphone, Mic Input

• KIT INCLUDES: Panasonic HC-VX981K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder | AC Adapter | DC Cable (USB Type) | Rechargeable Battery Pack (1940mAh) | micro HDMI Cable | Shoe Adapter | Lens Hood | USB 2.0 Cable | HD Writer AE 5.3 Editing Software (Download) | Video Bag | SanDisk 32GB Extreme PRO SDHC Memory Card | ProOptic Cleaning Kit | 49mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND2) | Memory Wallet
• KEY FEATURES: Ultra-sharp 4K Ultra HD recording | 18.91 Megapixel MOS sensor | LEICA Dicomar Lens optical 20x zoom | 1/2.3-Inch BSI Sensor | 5-axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization | Wi-Fi Smartphone Twin Video Capture | High-quality 4K Photo captures | HDR Movie | Built in Wi-Fi | 3 inch Touch Screen LCD Display | Built-In Microphone, Mic Input
• The Panasonic VX981 4K Ultra HD camcorder brings simplicity to the 4K recording experience. It adds in-camera editing solutions that can enable anyone to capture and produce content without complex software. An innovative HDR mode reclaims highlights and shadows often lost by most compact camcorders. For those without a 4K display option, the VX981 offers in-camera down sampling to 1080p displays
• Has the ability to create multi-camera scene picture-in-picture recordings simply by adding a Wi-Fi link to a mobile device camera. With a 20x optical lens, it’s easy to zoom-in on subjects without changing camera angle. It also features an auto adjust convenient stabilizer which compensates for image shaking
• WARRANTY: Panasonic Authorized Reseller. Includes a Panasonic 1-Year Limited Warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this camera be used for direct live streaming
Answer:	It has both -- there is a viewfinder for the eye or you can switch to display mode. Definitely has a flash!
Question:	Es compatible para micrófonos Inalámbrico
Answer:	yes
Question:	Is this camcorder capable to adding audio & video
Answer:	I have not used that feature.
Question:	does this cam have a mic jack
Answer:	It is powered by a rechargeable battery, which last quite a while and can be charged with a charger that is included. Neato!

Product description

• PROFESSIONAL TIME-LAPSE CAMERA: 42-Day battery life! 720P HDR and 112° field of view allows you the ability to capture stunning professional videos. Innovative technology instantly allows videos to be shared making this perfect for short-term projects.
• LONG BATTERY LIFE AND DAILY TIMER: Record up to 42 days using a 5-min shooting interval with only 4AA batteries! Extend the battery life by DOUBLE using the daily timer to select the hours you want to start and stop recording each day.
• INCREDIBLE IMAGE QUALITY: Powerful HDR and FHD sensors select optimum lighting to capture videos outdoors or indoors, daytime or night. Attach interchangeable lenses to the CS mount to capture environment changes or detailed plant progression videos.
• CAPTURE VIDEO: Step Video records short videos at time intervals you choose & auto combine the clips into a video! New Timer allows you to program when the camera will start recording and when it will shut off. Ideal for crafting, DIY projects and more.
• EXTENDED WARRANTY: Brinno provides customers with regular firmware and software updates. Our compact camera includes a 30-day money-back guarantee and 1-year warranty that can be extended for an ADDITIONAL 6 months if you register your camera.

Product description

The Panasonic VX1 camcorder offers a 4K cinema-like recording experience which includes a manual lens mounted control ring for improved control. Premium optical and sensor performance come from a new LEICA DICOMAR 24X optical zoom lens (25-600mm) with a bright aperture range from F1.8 wide - 4.0 tele, and a large 1/2.5” BSI MOS Sensor for impressive capture even in low light. To keep the image rock stable, three unique optical image stabilization technology work together; 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+, Ball O.I.S., and Adaptive O.I.S.

• 4K Cinema-Like recording experience with advanced in-camera capture options.
• LEICA DICOMAR 24X optical zoom lens (25-600mm, F1.8-4.0), and large 1/2.5” BSI MOS Sensor for impressive capture even in low light.
• Three Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) technologies work together for impressive stability under many shooting conditions; 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S. Plus, Ball O.I.S., and Adaptive O.I.S.
• Wireless Multi-Camera captures multiple scenes simultaneously by connecting up to two smartphones.
• For a more natural looking image, a new Active Contrast feature equalizes contrast, and the HDR Movie mode enables a wider dynamic range between dark and bright areas.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have full manual mode
Answer:	They fit snuggly around your thighs, so if your uniform is more baggy, it would work, I think.
Question:	What's the model name of the battery? I want to a buy this camera with a spare but cannot find a stand alone battery
Answer:	I am 5'3.5 and wear an 18. I got an XL and it was a perfect fit as well as decent length. A rare find! I am getting 1 more gray and 2 in black
Question:	Does this camera have WiFi
Answer:	I bought my son who was 100lbs and 11yrs old a medium size last year. Fits perfect.
Question:	Does this camera have a jack for an external microphone? Is there a mount on top for a microphone
Answer:	My son is also 8 and 70lbs i got the small and are are to put on but don't fall off when he's catching. I would recommend the getting the medium. But if your son has thick forearms get the large.

Product description

Seeing is believing–and with 4K capabilities in the VIXIA HF G50 camcorder, you'll be seeing everything more dramatically, more intensely and more realistically. Detail and color reign supreme with the large-format CMOS Sensor, which combines with the DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor to deliver brilliant results on any screen. An advanced 20x Optical Zoom lens gives you impressive telephoto power and a wide angle of view, while the 5-axis Image Stabilization system provides the steadiness and focus you need for your productions. With 4K resolution, amazing features and a mobile-friendly design, the VIXIA HF G50 gives you stunning video quality on the go.

• 4K UHD 30p Recording
• Genuine Canon 4K-compatible 20x Optical Zoom Lens and Wide 29.3mm Angle of View
• Advanced Full HD
• Intelligent 5-axis Image Stabilization
• Turn your VIXIA camcorder into a high-quality webcam using its clean HDMI output
• Max focal length: 73.4
• Video capture resolution: 1080p

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I hook up a live preview monitor to this camera
Answer:	Yes, through the mini-HDMI port. It is also a "clean" output so you can record it live. Unfortunately while it can record internally to 4k, its output is only 1080p60.
Question:	Does this have an SDI output
Answer:	No, it does not.
Question:	The g40 came with a remote, the g50, does not
Answer:	The G50 does not have a remote. But the remote for the G40 will work on the G50.
Question:	what size of Filters would be best? thanks
Answer:	Thank you for your time. In regards to your inquiry this model offers a 58mm filter diameter.

Product features

Canon VIXIA HF G50

Seeing is believing–and with 4K capabilities in the VIXIA HF G50 camcorder, you'll be seeing everything more dramatically, more intensely and more realistically. Detail and color reign supreme with the large-format CMOS Sensor and DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor combining to deliver brilliant results on any screen. A 20x Optical Zoom lens gives you impressive telephoto power and wide angle of view, while 5-axis Image Stabilization provides the steadiness and focus you need for your productions. With 4K resolution, amazing features and a mobile-friendly design, the VIXIA HF G50 gives you stunning video quality on the go.

4K UHD 30p Recording

The combination of a large-format, high-sensitivity CMOS Sensor and Canon’s DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor with Over Sampling HD Processing enables 4K UHD recording with outstanding image quality.

The DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor instantly analyzes a scene, taking into account dozens of image parameters to provide fully optimized results, capturing every detail while reducing image noise, even in low light.

An advanced automatic white-balance system analyzes different areas of an image and makes adjustments where they are necessary to capture beautiful, natural scenes with true-to-life color.

Genuine Canon 4K-compatible 20x Optical Zoom Lens and Wide 29.3mm Angle of View1

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder features a Genuine Canon 4K-compatible 20x Optical Zoom lens. It offers a 35mm equivalent of 29.3–601mm, with a minimum object distance of just 23.6 inches (600mm)1 and 0.4 inches (10mm) at wide end. Incorporating advanced elements and coatings, it helps reduce flare, ghosting and other distracting effects to deliver sharp, clear images with minimal distortion.

Advanced Full HD

The VIXIA HF G50 represents Canon's Full HD System, delivering truly excellent image quality and reproduction for most any application. Its Over Sampling HD Processing utilizes the image data delivered by the powerful 4K UHD CMOS Sensor to enable Full HD recording that is nothing short of stunning.

Intelligent 5-axis Image Stabilization

Canon's SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer helps correct camera shake quickly, so even handheld video taken at long focal lengths can be sharp and steady. The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder’s DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor enables its versatile Dynamic Image Stabilization mode. Providing continuous adjustment throughout the entire zoom range to correct a broad range of motion, with extra compensation applied at wide-angle focal lengths, the Dynamic Image Stabilization system stabilizes rotational camera shake. Controlling rotational camera shake helps ensure smooth, virtually distortion-free video, even when you're walking while shooting.

DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder incorporates Canon's DIGIC DV 6 Image Processor, which is integral to providing high image quality, advanced performance and convenient operability. This advanced core technology component provides the image-processing power and speed that enables features such as 4K UHD video acquisition, image stabilization and slow and fast motion recording. It also captures high amounts of light for brighter, virtually noise-free images even in dark scenes.

8-bladed Circular Aperture

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder features an 8-bladed Circular Aperture, which helps reduce the "starburst" effect found in camcorders with non-circular apertures. The result is that points of light in out-of-focus areas, usually the background of your shot, are circularly blurred, creating beautiful images with an authentic and artistic feel. The professional touch of a manual focus ring allows accurate and precise control. For extra flexibility, the manual focus ring can be easily set to control zoom instead.

3.0-inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder features a bright, 3.0-inch capacitive LCD touchscreen that's clearly visible with rich, natural color reproduction wherever you go. Its streamlined user interface makes choosing focal points, tracking moving subjects, and shooting and watching your videos easy and fun. Clear explanations pop up when selecting shooting modes and recording formats, so videographers can feel the confidence to create impressive videos.

Tiltable Electronic Viewfinder

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder features a 0.24-inch, approximately 1.56 million-dot color electronic viewfinder with approximately 100% field of view coverage for detailed, accurate composition judgment. The viewfinder can be tilted up to 45° from its normal resting position to enable a great amount of shooting freedom. Settings can be adjusted with the handy joystick, so you won’t have to stop looking through the viewfinder. Because it is positioned where the thumb naturally rests, you can shoot and adjust easily–even with one hand.

Five Assignable Buttons, Joystick, Lens Ring and Custom Dial for Creative Control

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder’s many control features help make professional customization and functionality easy. Equipped with five assignable buttons for quick-access and custom shooting, the camcorder can be tailored to your specific needs. The joystick enables control of camera settings on the viewscreen without having to use touch panel controls. The manual focus/zoom lens ring allows you to make precise focus and zoom adjustments. A Custom Key and Dial feature allows you to assign functions to an easily accessible key and adjust the settings with a control dial.

Slow and Fast Motion, including Interval Recording for Both 4K and Full HD

Slow and Fast Motion Modes allow the VIXIA HF G50 camcorder to record a different frame rate than the playback frame rate for a fast or slow-motion effect during playback. Since the camcorder is recording real frames and modifying the playback rate, there is virtually no quality loss and maximum image quality is maintained. Additionally, interval recording allows you to record frames at specified intervals, providing time-lapse recording of up to 1200x and slow-motion down to 0.4x of the original speed.

MP4 "FHD (1920x1080)" 60p (35 Mbps) Recording

With the VIXIA HF G50 camcorder, you can record in MP4 format in 60p at up to 35 Mbps. 1080/60p recording captures twice the amount of information as 60i, and with images captured at a rate of up to 60 frames per second, diagonal noise is virtually eliminated so even fast-moving subjects show up crisply with motion and patterns clearly recorded. This greater sense of detail and faithful rendering of moving edges, plus enhanced color and fine tonal gradation, gives your video everything Full HD has to offer.

HD (1280x720) Recording (8 Mbps)

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder supports 1280x720 HD resolution recording at 8 Mbps. Reaching approximately 7.62 megapixels, it’s ideal for film projects, weddings and more shoots that require high quality video production.

Dual SD Card Slots

The VIXIA HF G50 camcorder allows you to record video directly to widely available SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards with capacities ranging from over 32GB to 2TB. They are available in ultra-fast reading and writing speeds and make it easy to share video.

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1 With 4K UHD, the focal length is approximately 30.6–612mm with Dynamic IS On and approximately 29.3–601mm with Standard IS / IS Off.

Product description

Panasonic AG-AC30 Full-HD AVCCAM Handheld Camera (US Version)

• This Unit Is An International Version (Fully Compatible In USA)
• HD Camcorder with Built-In LED Light 1/3.1" BSI MOS Sensor
• 1920 x 1080 Up to 59,94p 20x Optical Zoom Lens 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S.
• Individual Focus, Zoom & Iris Lens Rings 0.24" EVF / 3" LCD Touch Screen FHD Up to 120 FPS
• Records MP4, MOV, AVCHD to SDXC Cards Dual SDXC Card Slots

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have a wide angle lens
Answer:	No
Question:	Where can i buy a non-expensive bag
Answer:	I bought mine at Menards. Those big heavy duty tool box does the job for me,just make sure they don't have any compartment internally to give space for your camera and accessories.
Question:	does it shoot in PAL
Answer:	Unless you're shooting standard def videos, the format does not matter. The real issue is the power supply. Are you in Europe?BrianG&G TechnologiesSaddle Brook, NJ 076631-800-422-2920/201-791-1400
Question:	does it shoot in night vision
Answer:	The AG-AC30 has pretty good low light capabilities, especially considering the manual adjustments possible involving shutter speed, iris, screen mode such as 'night scenery', etc. However, to answer the question, the camera does not have a build in 'night vision' i.e., infrared mechanism, like you may find on other cameras.

Product description

The Panasonic WXF991 is the pinnacle of hand-held 4K video capture, featuring several in-camera cinema creative and editing solutions that can enable anyone to capture and produce like a pro. For those without 4K display options, the WXF991 offers in-camera down sampling to 1080p Full HD displays. Enjoy multi-camera scene picture-in-picture recording via a second built-in camera, or add a Wi-Fi link to a mobile device camera to increase creative possibilities.

• Ultra sharp 4K ultra HD recording, plus in camera editing for 1080p displays
• Electronic Viewfinder EVF emulates a semi Professional recording experience; Dedicated HDR button enables quick mode changes; Exclusive high dynamic range (HDR) mode reduces the overly high contrast look created by overexposed and underexposed shooting conditions
• Leica Decoma Lens optical 20x zoom, 5 axis hybrid optical image stabilization; Image sensor 1/2.3 inch BSI MOS sensor; Total pixels 18.91 megapixels; Focal length 4.0 to 81.6 millimeter
• Built in Twin Camera, plus Wi Fi mobile features add multi camera scene picture in picture recording; Digital Zoom 60x / 1500x (The maximum value of zoom magnification can be set in two patterns)
• 4K cinema in camera editing and effects (Dolly zoom, slow/quick motion, 4K Post cropping, stabilization and zoom)
• 4K photo captures high quality photos from 4K video frames

User questions & answers

Question:	I want to record my band can I record audio too off my mixerboard
Answer:	I had terrible results with that. I am using a Yamaha mixer straight into the camera. I am recording loud electric guitars. The VU meter on the camera is so crude as to be pretty useless. No matter how I set the VU meter or the master on the mixer, the audio would come out distorted badly. Nothing I tried worked. That was my main reason for buying the camera was to use a mixer to use two mics to record a speaker cab. I sent the camera back, the results were just too crude and useless. I ended up buying an upscale Panasonic UX180 that has stereo XLR inputs, a fully manageable recording system in camera with separate audio dials for each channel. My mixer works perfectly with it so I get video and audio on my SD cards to dump straight into Final Cut ProX, works like a dream. I simply could not find another camera that had professional audio recording capabilities using a mixer. I tried a budget JBC pro camcorder, what a horrible piece of junk, the view finder was completely worthless, image quality was terrible, the UX180 is a big camera with big pro features, worth every penny I paid for it. The V770 is a great camera on its own, but dumping audio into, was a huge fail for me, with no work around.
Question:	What the frame rate
Answer:	Max240
Question:	Is power supplied through the mic input, to operate a mic with out a battery? Or would you have to buy a mic with a built in power source
Answer:	The built in mic is excellent. That said, if you want an external mic, I'd suggest one like the Rode VideoMic. You have to supply your own power, there is no phantom power.
Question:	Does it have a jack for an external microphone
Answer:	Yes it does. External Microphone. Another for external headphones. It also has an external hot shoe for boom mic or lighting.

Product features

Panasonic 4K Cinema-Like Video Camera Camcorder HC-WXF991K

The Panasonic WXF991 is the pinnacle of hand-held 4K video capture, featuring several in-camera cinema creative and editing solutions that can enable anyone to capture and produce like a pro.

For those without 4K display options, the WXF991 offers in-camera downsampling to 1080p Full HD displays. Enjoy multi-camera scene picture-in-picture recording via a second built-in camera, or add a WiFi link to a mobile device camera to increase creative possibilities.

Features

• Ultra-sharp 4K Ultra HD recording, plus in-camera editing for 1080p displays.
• Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) emulates a semi-professional recording experience.
• LEICA Dicomar Lens optical 20x zoom, 5-axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization.
• Built-in Twin Camera, plus WiFi mobile features add multi-camera scene picture-in-picture recording.
• 4K Cinema in-camera editing and effects (Dolly Zoom, Slow/Quick motion, 4K Post Cropping, Stabilization and Zoom).
• 4K PHOTO captures high-quality photos from 4K video frames.
• Exclusive High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode reduces the overly high-contrast look created by overexposed and underexposed shooting conditions.

Product description

Adorama Camera is a Panasonic authorized reseller and includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty.

Panasonic HC-WXF991K 4K UHD Camcorder, Starter Accessory Bundle

 

included in the box:

• Panasonic HC-WXF991K 4K Ultra HD Cinema-Like Camcorder
• AC Adapter
• DC Cable (USB Type)
• Rechargeable Battery Pack (1940mAh)
• Micro HDMI Cable
• Lens Hood
• USB Cable
• HD Writer AE 5.4 Editing Software (Download)
• Camera Bag
• SanDisk 32GB Extreme PRO SDHC Memory Card
• ProOptic 49mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND2)
• Memory Card Wallet
• ProOptic Cleaning Kit

 

PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Ultra-sharp 4K Cinema-like UHD recording
• In-camera Editing for 1080p Displays
• 18.91 Megapixel MOS sensor
• LEICA Dicomar Lens optical 20x zoom
• Lens Range 30.8-626mm (4K)
• 1/2.3-Inch BSI MOS Sensor
• 5-axis Hybrid (O.I.S.) Optical Image Stabilization
• Built in Twin Camera & Multi-Cam Capture
• High-quality 4K Photo captures
• HDR Movie
• Built in Wi-Fi
• 3 inch Touch Screen LCD Display
• Tiltable Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)
• Built-In Microphone, Mic Input

• KIT INCLUDES: Panasonic HC-WXF991K 4K Ultra HD Cinema-Like Camcorder | AC Adapter | DC Cable (USB Type) | Rechargeable Battery Pack (1940mAh) | Micro HDMI Cable | Lens Hood | USB Cable | HD Writer AE 5.4 Editing Software (Download) | Camera Bag | SanDisk 32GB Extreme PRO SDHC Memory Card | ProOptic 49mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND2) | Memory Card Wallet | ProOptic Cleaning Kit
• KEY FEATURES: Ultra-sharp 4K Cinema-like UHD recording | In-camera Editing for 1080p Displays | 18.91 Megapixel MOS sensor | LEICA Dicomar Lens optical 20x zoom | Lens Range 30.8-626mm (4K) | 1/2.3-Inch BSI MOS Sensor | 5-axis Hybrid (O.I.S.) Optical Image Stabilization | Built in Twin Camera & Multi-Cam Capture | High-quality 4K Photo captures | HDR Movie | Built in Wi-Fi | 3 inch Touch Screen LCD Display | Tiltable Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) | Built-In Microphone, Mic Input
• The Panasonic WXF991 is the pinnacle of hand-held 4K video capture, featuring several in-camera cinema creative and editing solutions that can enable anyone to capture and produce like a pro. For those without 4K display options, the WXF991 offers in-camera downsampling to 1080p Full HD displays. Enjoy multi-camera scene picture-in-picture recording via a second built-in camera, or add a Wi-Fi link to a mobile device camera to increase creative possibilities
• Great optical and sensor performance is backed up by a new Leica Dicomar 20 optical zoom lens (30.8-626mm [4K]) with a bright aperture range from F1.8 wide – 3.6 tele and a large 1/2.3" BSI MOS Sensor for impressive capture even in low light. With cinema like effects, you can combine slow and quick video scenes for a pro-like effect.
• WARRANTY: Panasonic Authorized Reseller. Includes a 1 Year USA Parts and 90 Day Labor Limited Warranty

Product description

The gy-hm170 is a fully functional high performance 4K Ultra HD camcorder that's capable of shooting 4: 2: 2 Full HD at 50Mbps. Its integrated 12x optical zoom lens and 4K CMOS sensor, deliver razor sharp 4K Ultra HD recordings directly to SDHC/SDXC memory cards. It can even record on 2 cards simultaneously for instant backup or extended recording time. Output live 4K UHD camera signals through the built-in HDMI connector. And its tiny size allows you to shoot in venues that may be unfriendly to larger cameras.

• JVC gy-hm170u Ultra 4K HD 4Kcam professional Camcorder & top handle audio unit
• Fully functional high performance 4K Ultra HD camcorder
• 12x optical zoom Lens and 4K CMOS sensor

User questions & answers

Question:	does an xlr microphone come in the box
Answer:	The JVC GY-HM170UA doesn't come w/ the shotgun microphone; however, we can give you a great price for the Camera and microphone. We are an authorized JVC Dealer. ABR-MusicVideo PH: (262) 632-9222
Question:	can be use whis wifi
Answer:	Yes you can but only HD, not 4K. Sorry I've never tried that so I can't give anymore details.
Question:	Does it come with "jvc qan0067-003 prohd/4kcam microphone unit" together
Answer:	Yes it is included. G&G Technologies, Inc.Pro Audio and Video Since 1988280 N. Midland Ave.Saddle Brook, NJ 07663201-791-1400
Question:	If I had a monitor that can display 4k, will this camera be able to output the footage while recording
Answer:	Yes it will work! Great 4K camera at a great price.