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Key Features
- 4K Ultra HD Video and 25.9MP Stills
- 1/2.3" Back-Illuminated MOS Sensor
- 20x Optical Zoom / 40x Intelligent Zoom
- HYBRID OIS 5-Axis Image Stabilization
Not only can you capture Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) with the HC-VX870 4K Ultra HD Camcorder from Panasonic, but you can superimpose a secondary video image from your smartphone's camera via a Wi-Fi connection. In this way, covering two camera angles at once within a single recording becomes possible. Other notable features include a 20x optical zoom lens with a 29.5 to 626mm equivalent focal length - giving you a wide angle when zoomed out, a substantial amount of telephoto when zoomed in, and a lot to work with in between. For slowing fast action, the HC-VX870 captures 120 fps native slow-motion at 1080p resolution, which can be slowed down even further using in-camera interpolation - giving you a 240 fps final video.
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Does this camcorder have a time/date stamp on the ...
Does this camcorder have a time/date stamp on the screen like the older camcorders?
The Panasonic HC-VX870K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder does not record an internal timestamp. The Panasonic HC-X1500 UHD 4K HDMI Pro Camcorder with 24x Zoom (BH #PAHCX1500) would be a good camcorder to consider instead, as this camera can record the internal timestamp.
Date published: 2024-10-27
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How good is the image quality up close ie 2-3 feet with a fast moving object?
The image quality will be very good at any distance from approximately 2 from the lens to infinity. With regards to 2-3' and a fast moving object, it will do as good a job as any camera. This question really depends on the size of the object, what zoom setting the lens is at, how fast the object is moving and what your image quality standards are. If you wish to discuss further your application, please email us.provideo@bhphoto.com.
Date published: 2018-08-26
Does this camcorder provide HDMI out while ...
Does this camcorder provide HDMI out while recording and if so, is it a Clean HDMI out? There are conflicting answers listed
Yes, the Panasonic HC-VX870K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder will provide a clean HDMI out.
Date published: 2024-09-30
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I've owned 4 Panasonic camcorders in the past six years. Every single one had auto white balance problems (color shift during recording). Does anyone know if this camcorder has the same problem, or has it been fixed?
Hello, Spencer! When switching to Intelligent Auto Mode, the Automatic White Balance and Auto Focus operate and automatically adjust the color balance and focus. Depending on the subject's brightness, the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimum brightness. If the Automatic White Balance is not functioning normally, adjust the White Balance manually. If you experience technical issues with the product, we would be more than happy to assist you further. The best course of action would be to contact our support team via Live Chat on the Panasonic Website, Contact Us option, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST at your earliest convenience. -C
Date published: 2023-02-03
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How good is the in-built microphone quality?
Hello! The microphone has very good quality, therefore using an external mic is not necessary. However, you do have the option. -M
Date published: 2023-02-07
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Can you use the Panasonic software to make a 1080P disk from a 4K file to share with those folks that don't have 4k TVs yet?
We are not sure which software you are referring to but most any editing software can prepare this footage for burning a HD disk. Rather than a disk, you might consider distributing the HD video as a file on a USB flash drive since it will work on any computer and most new TV's.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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What battery for this camcorder?
Hello, Robert! The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380. The unit has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The dedicated battery (VW-VBT190/VW-VBT380) supports this function. Also, the only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. We would like to inform you that Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products. -C
Date published: 2023-02-03
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Is 120 Frames pers second enough to film bees and insects in slowmotion or do I need 240 Frames per second .Can I see video samples on yourube ?
I used the 120fps mode to shoot some fast-moving hockey and it was very smooth when edited in Adobe Premiere. You could see the puck fluttering on hard shots. It's on YouTube if you want to check it out. It seems the 240fps mode may be misleading in that it may only be available during playback in the camera (camera description on this website says using in-camera interpolation ), but not when the footage is exported. I wish I knew for sure, but the link Panasonic didn't include a thorough manual with the camera. It's essentially a quick-start guide which directs you to an online PDF manual, but all you get is an error when you try to access it.
Date published: 2018-08-26