Panasonic HC-X20 4K UHD Professional Camcorder

SKU: PCHCX20
Mfr. Part: HC-X20


Item Includes

Panasonic HC-X20 4K UHD Professional Camcorder - AC Adapter - AC Cable - Rechargeable Battery Pack (5900mAh) - Battery Charger - Eye Cup - Lens Hood - Microphone Holder - Microphone Holder Screws - Input Terminal Cap - Panasonic 1 Year Limited Warranty

Description

Explore the pinnacle of professional video capture with the HC-X20 4K UHD Professional Camcorder, a powerhouse of precision and versatility designed for the discerning videographer. Boasting an impressive 20x optical zoom and a 24.5mm wide-angle lens, this camcorder ensures comprehensive coverage from intimate close-ups to expansive landscapes, all in stunning UHD and FHD quality.

The HC-X20 is engineered to deliver 4K high-precision autofocus, now enhanced with new face detection technology for sharper, more accurate subject capture. The advanced 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ system guarantees stable, shake-free recording, even when shooting at full zoom or from challenging angles, thanks to its innovative Ball O.I.S. System that minimizes friction and compensates for even the slightest of hand movements.

At the heart of the HC-X20 lies a high-sensitivity 1.0-type MOS sensor, boasting approximately 15.03 effective megapixels, which captures UHD 3840 x 2160 footage without cropping, offering a perfect balance between high image quality and sensitivity. Choose from a variety of file formats including MOV, MP4, and AVCHD for maximum flexibility in post-production workflows.

The camcorder's high-quality recording capabilities are further enhanced by its support for a range of professional-grade bit rates and formats. Experience internal UHD recording up to 29.98p/25p and FHD up to 59.94p/50p in 4:2:2 10-bit, as well as the option for 4K 60p 4:2:2 10-bit HDMI output for external recording devices. The HC-X20 also introduces the highly efficient HEVC codec for high bit rate recording at 59.94p.

Creative expression is at your fingertips with the Super Slow Motion feature, capturing HD footage at 120/100 fps for dramatic slow-motion sequences, and the VFR function that allows frame rate adjustments from 2 to 60 fps for overcranking or undercranking effects.

The HC-X20's network functions expand your creative possibilities, with built-in Wi-Fi for wireless control via the HC-ROP app and the ability to stream live events directly to platforms like Facebook and YouTube using RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS protocols.

Designed with the professional in mind, the HC-X20 features a high-resolution 3.5-inch LCD monitor and a 2,360K-dot tiltable viewfinder for simultaneous image confirmation. Triple Manual Rings provide tactile control over zoom, focus, and iris, while 14 customizable User buttons ensure quick access to frequently used functions. The camcorder also supports IR shooting with commercially available lights for low-light scenarios.

Dual SD Card slots offer unlimited relay recording and various recording modes for extended shoots, while the integrated audio system delivers 48-kHz/24-bit high-resolution linear PCM audio recording with selectable XLR inputs and manual volume control.

Finally, the HC-X20 is equipped with broadcast-grade image adjustment functions, including 16-Axis Independent Color Correction, Soft Skin mode, Master Detail adjustment, and an 8-Mode Gamma selection, ensuring that your footage meets the highest professional standards.

The HC-X20 4K UHD Professional Camcorder is the definitive choice for professionals seeking advanced features, high-quality imaging, and robust performance in a compact and durable package.

Features

Enhanced 1" 15.03MP 4K sensor delivers premium UHD 4K video up to 10-bit 4:2:2 resolutions, ensuring professional-grade footage
VFR recording in 1080p offers flexible frame rate choices between 2 to 60 fps, plus super-slow-motion HD video capture at up to 120 fps
Advanced 20x optical zoom lens, starting from a 24mm wide-angle view, extending to a 32x i.Zoom for distant subject capture
Stream live effortlessly with built-in Wi-Fi supporting RTMP/RTSP, compatible with major streaming platforms such as YouTube and Facebook Live
Dual SD card slots offer versatile recording, from simultaneous backup to relay recording for extended durations
Compact design with a range of custom buttons, OLED EVF, 3.5" touchscreen, zoom rocker, and three manual lens control rings ensures ergonomic operation
Equipped with a 5900mAh battery, charger, and power supply, catering to both mobile and fixed-position use
Cutting-edge 4K Micro Drive Focus Unit provides unparalleled AF precision, particularly when working with shallow depth of field
Advanced Face Detection and color recognition foster uninterrupted tracking, ensuring subjects remain clear even with lateral movements
The Area Mode allows for touch-sensitive Auto Focus on the LCD, with optional Auto Iris and Brightness Display adjustments
Innovative Y Get feature showcases central brightness measurement as numerical data
Multiple focus assist tools including Expand, Peaking, and their combination, plus One Press AF for swift auto focus in manual mode
Triple manual rings for Zoom, Focus, and Iris on the lens barrel guarantee professional, responsive camera operation
In-built ND filters offer varying light suppression levels, ideal for achieving specific shutter speeds or aperture settings
Versatile recording formats, including HEVC codec, high-bit rate modes, and compatibility with the Professional Handheld Camcorder's file system
Optical 20x zoom lens, with extended digital i.Zoom capabilities depending on the resolution
High-speed VFR up to 120 fps in HD mode for slow-motion recording, retaining full image area
48 kHz / 24-Bit PCM audio recording, with dual XLR inputs, volume control for two channels, and a 3.5mm stereo headphone output
Comprehensive image adjustment tools, resembling broadcast video cameras, encompassing color correction, detail settings, and more
Infrared shooting capability with adjustable IR Cut Filter, enabling footage capture in low light conditions
Simultaneous display on the 3.5mm LCD touchscreen and tiltable EVF for versatile monitoring
Driven by the robust AG-VBR series battery for extended shooting durations
Dual SD card slots facilitate seamless relay recording and improved data reliability
A suite of professional assist functions like waveform monitor, vectorscope, zebra patterns, and more, designed to augment shooting accuracy

Specifications

Image Sensor1.0" MOS Sensor
Effective Pixels15.03 megapixels
Sensor
F ValueF2.8 - 4.5
Optical Zoom20x
Focal Length8.8 - 176mm
35mm Film Camera Equivalent24.5 - 490mm
Filter Diameter67mm
Lens BrandPanasonic Lens
Lens
Minimum Illumination0.6 lx (F2.8, Super Gain+, Shutter Speed 1/30 sec)
FocusAuto / Manual
Zoomi.Zoom OFF: 20x
i.Zoom ON: Max. 32x (UHD 24x)
Digital Zoom: 2x/5x/10x
ND FilterClear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
IR FilterIncorporates the ON/OFF control function
White BalanceAuto / ATW LOCK / 3200K / 5600K / VAR (2000K-15000K) / Ach Fixed / Bch Fixed
Shutter Speed59.94 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
Shutter Speed (Contd.)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
Slow Shutter Speed59.94 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

50.00 Hz mode:
50i/50p: 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 sec
25p: 1/6, 1/12 sec
Synchro Scan59.94 Hz mode:
59.94i/59.94p: 1/60.0 - 1/249.6 sec
29.97p: 1/30.0 - 1/249.8 sec
23.98p: 1/24.0 - 1/249.7 sec

50.00 Hz mode:
50i/50p: 1/50.0 - 1/250.0 sec
25p: 1/25.0- 1/250.0 sec
VFR Recording Frame Rate59.94 Hz mode: 2, 12, 15, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 45, 48 ,60 fps
50.00 Hz mode: 2, 12, 21, 23, 25, 27, 30, 37, 50 fps
Super Slow Recording Frame Rate59.94 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)
IrisAuto/Manual
Image StabilizerBall O.I.S., 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ (UHD/FHD)
Camera
Recording MediaSDHC/SDXC Memory Card, UHS-I compatible
Recording FormatMOV, MP4, AVCHD
Video Compression MethodMOV(HEVC)/MP4(HEVC): H.265/MPEG-4 HEVC Main10 Profile
MOV, MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile
AVCHD: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile
Audio Compression MethodMOV: LPCM, 48kHz/24bit, 2ch
MP4: AAC, 48kHz/16bit, 2ch
AVCHD: Dolby Audio, 48kHz/16bit, 2ch
2-slot FunctionRelay recording, simultaneous recording, background recording
System Frequency59.94Hz / 50.00Hz
Recording/Playback ModeMOV (HEVC):
[4:2:0 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC LongGOP 200M: Average 200Mbps (VBR)
UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC LongGOP 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p HEVC LongGOP 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)

MOV:
[4:2:0 8bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p 420LongGOP 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)
UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 420 LongGOP 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
Recording/Playback Mode (Contd.)MOV:
[4:2:2 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 422 LongGOP 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p ALL-I 200M: Average 200Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i ALL-I 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p ALL-I 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p 422 LongGOP100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
Recording/Playback Mode (Contd..)MOV:
FHD 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i/29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 422 LongGOP 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR)

MP4 (HEVC):
[4:2:0 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC LongGOP 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p HEVC LongGOP 72M: Average 72Mbps (VBR)
Recording/Playback Mode (Contd...)MP4:
[4:2:0 8bit] UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 420 LongGOP 72M: Average 72Mbps (VBR)
FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p/23.98p 420 LongGOP 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR)

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)
Recording
Video Compression FormatH.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile, High Profile
Video Resolution1920 x 1080 (FHD), 1280 x 720 (HD), 640 x 360, 320 x 180
Streaming MethodUnicast, Multicast
Frame RateSystem frequency = 59.94 Hz: 60 fps, 30 fps, 24 fps
System frequency = 50.00 Hz: 50 fps, 25 fps
Bit Rate24 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 FormatAAC-LC, 48 kHz/16 bit, 2ch
Network ProtocolRTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS
Live Streaming
Recording FormatJPEG (DCF/Exif2.2)
Recording Image SizeVideo Playback Mode: 3840 x 2160 (16:9), 1920 x 1080 (16:9), 1280 x 720 (16:9)
Still Image
VideoHDMI: Type A x 1 (VIERA Link not supported), supports time code output and remote recording control
Output format: 4:2:2 10bit
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
Audio InputBuilt-in Microphone: Stereo microphone

Audio Input:
2x XLR (3 pins)
Input high impedance, LINE/MIC/MIC+48 V (switchable SW)
LINE: dBu/0dBu (switchable menu)
MIC: -40dBu/-50dBu/-60dBu (switchable menu)
Audio OutputHDMI: 2 ch (LPCM)
Headphone: 1x 3.5mm diameter stereo mini jack
Speaker: 1x 20mm diameter, round
Other Input/OutputCamera Remote: 1x 2.5mm diameter super mini jack

USB:
Type-C x 1, USB3.1 Gen 1, HOST/DEVICE (switchable menu)
HOST: Bus power supported (5V, 0.9A), USB ethernet adapter supported
DEVICE: mass storage function (read only)

DC IN:
DC 12V (11.4V - 12.6V) EIAJ Type4
Interface
StandardIEEE 802.11b/g/n
Frequency2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (1 to 11ch)
Wi-Fi
Power Supply7.28V (Battery) / 12V (AC Adapter)
Power Consumption18.5W (LCD Monitor)
LCD Monitor3.5" Wide LCDmonitor (About 2,760,000 dots)
Viewfinder0.39" Wide OLED EVF (About 2,360,000 dots), video display area: About 1,770,000 dots
Manual RingFocus/Zoom/Iris
Accessory ShoeYes
Battery InfoOptional, included
Battery MaterialLithium Ion
Battery Quantity1
Battery TypeNon-universal
Dimensions (W x H x D)Approx. 6.74 x 7.68 x 13.51" (171 x 195 x 343mm) (including lens hood, excluding eye cup and microphone holder)
WeightApprox. 4.41 lbs (2kg) (main unit only (including grip belt), excluding lens hood, battery, and supplied accessories)
Approx. 5.36 lbs (2.43kg) (including lens hood, supplied battery, eye cup, two SD cards, microphone holder and INPUT terminal caps)
  

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