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Offering high-quality UHD 4K60 imaging and Wi-Fi live streaming, the Panasonic HC-X1500 UHD 4K Pro Camcorder can meet both your main camera and behind-the-scenes (BTS) capture needs. This compact and lightweight camcorder records UHD 4K at broadcast-compatible frame rates, so it fits smoothly into your existing broadcast workflow.
Offering high-quality UHD 4K60 imaging and Wi-Fi live streaming, the Panasonic HC-X1500 UHD 4K Pro Camcorder can meet both your main camera and behind-the-scenes (BTS) capture needs. This compact and lightweight camcorder records UHD 4K at broadcast-compatible frame rates, so it fits smoothly into your existing broadcast workflow.
UHD 4K with Downscaling
The HC-X1500 features a 1/2.5" 8.29M MOS sensor that always shoots at UHD 4K resolution, with the Venus processing engine scaling the 4K image for HD delivery via 3G-SDI or HDMI outputs.
Recording Modes
Record in either MP4, MOV, or AVCHD Progressive at rates ranging from 720p50 to UHD 4K60 to best suit your various projects.
Leica Dicomar 24x Zoom
The built-in Leica Dicomar lens features a 24x, 25-600mm 35mm-equivalent zoom with a digital iZoom feature to zoom up to 48x.
The Face Detection AF feature enables you to track faces and automatically adjusts focus on your subject. It also features pro-style manual control rings, a control dial, and 5-axis optical image stabilization to keep your shots steady.
Optional Handle Unit
The HC-X1500 can be used with a separately available top handle that has two 3-pin XLR audio inputs for line or mic level input, as well as a switch for +48V phantom power.
Manual adjustments are via dials set into the side of the camera so you can adjust the levels during the shot without having to pull up a menu function.
ND Filters
The camera features built-in selectable 1/4, 1/16, and 1/64 ND mechanical filters for quick adjustments during changing lighting conditions.
3.5" LCD Touchscreen
Easily view your framing using the fold-out, tilting 3.5 LCD touchscreen.
Simultaneous output to the tilting EVF is available.
Closing the LCD can be used to turn the camera on/off.
Wi-Fi Live Streaming
Live stream your footage via RTSP/RTMP/RTMPS using the HC-X1500's integrated Wi-Fi with WPA/WPA2 encryption.
Panasonic HC-X1500 Specs
Key Specs
Image Sensor
1/2.5"-Type
Effective Sensor Resolution
8.29 Megapixel
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Gain: 0 to 30 dB
Max Recording Modes
H.264 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97 fps H.264 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps H.264 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97 fps H.265 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps H.265 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps AVCHD 4:2:0 8-Bit Up to 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps H.264 ALL-Intra/MOV 4:2:2 8-Bit Up to 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Max Video Output
UHD 4K
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]
H.264 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (100 Mb/s VBR) 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (50 to 100 Mb/s VBR) 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (50 to 100 Mb/s VBR) H.264 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 150 Mb/s VBR) H.264 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (50 to 72 Mb/s VBR) 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s VBR) H.265 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 200 Mb/s VBR) H.265 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (72 to 100 Mb/s VBR) AVCHD 4:2:0 8-Bit 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps (21 to 25 Mb/s VBR) 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (17 to 21 Mb/s VBR) 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps (8 Mb/s VBR) H.264 ALL-Intra/MOV 4:2:2 8-Bit 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 200 Mb/s VBR) 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (100 Mb/s VBR)
Video Output
3840 x 2160
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
MOV: 2-Channel, 24-Bit via LPCM Audio MP4: 2-Channel, 24-Bit via AAC Audio AVCHD: 2-Channel, 24-Bit via AC-3 Audio
IP Streaming
RTSP, RTMP, RTP 320 x 180 to 1920 x 1080 at 50p, 60p, 30p, 25p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s)
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]
Internal Storage
No
Video I/O
1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
Power I/O
1x Barrel (12VDC) Input
Other I/O
1x Micro-USB Input 1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Output
Wireless
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS App Name: HC ROP Functionality: Remote Control
