Panasonic HC-X1500 Live Streaming 4K Camcorder with 24X Optical Zoom

Panasonic HC-X1500 Live Streaming 4K Camcorder with 24X Optical Zoom

Experience professional-grade video capture with a camcorder engineered for on-site mobility and versatility. The Panasonic HC-X1500 delivers stunning 4K 60p recordings in a compact, lightweight body featuring Panasonic’s exclusive high-precision autofocus. Its advanced optical system, including a wide-angle 25mm*2 lens paired with 32x i.ZOOM for 4K recording, ensures that every shot is crisp and detailed.

Designed for professionals who demand both portability and uncompromised image quality, this camcorder is equipped with intuitive controls such as manual rings and ND filters, plus dual SD card slots for extended recording sessions. Whether streaming live via built-in Wi-Fi or capturing high-resolution video, the HC-X1500 is built to adapt to demanding production environments.

Key Features

• Pro Controls: Manual rings, ND filters, and 24-bit high resolution linear PCM audio recording with 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording and dual SD card slots.
• Wi-Fi Live Streaming: HD live streaming capabilities powered by built-in Wi-Fi.
• 4K Recording: Compact, lightweight design that supports 4K 60p recording with an efficient heat-dispersing construction.
• Leica Dicomar Lens: Wide-angle 25mm lens with 24x optical zoom, featuring 5-Axis Hybrid Optical Image Stabilization and rapid autofocus performance.
• Display & Viewfinder: 3.5-inch articulating touchscreen LCD (2,760K-dots) alongside an up/down tiltable viewfinder (1,555K-dots) for flexible monitoring.

Technical Specifications

Imaging

• Sensor Resolution (Actual): 8.57 Megapixel
• Effective Resolution: 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), and 6 Stop (1/64) options
• Shutter Speed: 1/1 to 1/30 sec
• Gain: 0 to 30 dB
• Minimum Illumination: 1.5 Lux at 1/30 sec
• White Balance: 2000 to 15,000K
• Lens & Zoom: Focal Length: 4.1–98.9mm (35mm equivalent: 25–600mm), 24x optical zoom, 48x max digital zoom, Maximum Aperture: f/1.8, Minimum Aperture: f/4, 14 elements in 11 groups.
• Minimum Focus Distance: Wide: 0.3 inches (0.1 m); Telephoto: 3.9 inches (1.2 m)
• Filter Size: 62 mm
• Control Rings & Focus: Includes rings for focus, zoom, and iris; supports both autofocus and manual focus.

Recording

• Recording Modes: • AVCHD/MOV/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit: 3840 x 2160p up to 50/60 fps and 1920 x 1080p up to 50/60/120 fps
  • AVCHD/MOV/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit: 3840 x 2160p at 25/30 fps and 1920 x 1080p at 25/30/50/60 fps
  • Variable frame rates from 4.8 up to 120 fps.
• Still Image Support: JPEG
• IP Streaming: Supports RTMP, RTP, and RTSP with output resolutions ranging from 320 x 180 up to 1920 x 1080.

Interface

• Video Connectors: 1 x HDMI Output
• Audio Connectors: 1 x 1/8” (3.5 mm) Stereo Headphone Output
• Built-In Microphone: Stereo
• Other I/O: 1 x USB Micro-B Input and 1 x 2.5 mm Output
• Wireless Interface: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Monitor

• Screen Size: 3.5 inches
• LCD Resolution: 2,760,000 Dots
• Display Type: Articulating Touchscreen LCD
• Electronic Viewfinder (EVF): LCD type with a 0.24-inch screen and 1,560,000 dot resolution

Power & Environmental

• Battery Type: Panasonic AG-VBR Series
• Power Connector: 1 x Barrel (12 VDC) Input
• Power Consumption: 7.9 W
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 80%

Physical Attributes

• Accessory Mount: 1 x Multi-Interface Shoe
• Tripod Mounting Thread: 1/4”-20 Female
• Built-In Light: No
• Dimensions (Without Handle): 10.12 x 5.08 x 3.66 inches (257 x 129 x 93 mm)
• Weight: 2.65 lb (1.2 kg)