Panasonic X1600 Semi-Pro 4K Digital Video Camera

The Panasonic X1600 is an 8.29MP 4K semi-pro video camera with 24x optical zoom, weighing 850g. 4K 60fps video output SDXC card slot, in body image stabilisation Lens based stabilisation, not weather sealed Contrast detection, face detection and subject tracking autofocus 3.5mm audio, HDMI, remote, USB-C, Wi-Fi and XLR connectivity Suited to cine use

Technical Details: Panasonic HC-X1600 UHD 4K HDMI Camcorder

Capture top-notch UHD 4K60 footage and stills on the move with the compact, lightweight Panasonic HC-X1600 UHD 4K Camcorder.

Perfect for shooting backstage at a music video or gathering content for your next social media venture, the HC-X1600 serves as an excellent primary or secondary camera. The camcorder boasts a 1/2.5" 8.29MP MOS sensor, offering a range of recording modes.

Plus, it's capable of live streaming up to 1080p video across various protocols.

Key Features

• Versatile Recording
• Live Streaming, Wireless Control
• Interface and Connectivity
• Hybrid OIS, Face Detection Autofocus
• Long Battery Life

The HC-X1600 shoots up to UHD 4K60 video using MOV, MP4, and AVCHD codecs.

It also supports a high bit rate of 200 Mb/s when recording UHD 4K at 59.49/50p with HEVC codec or with Full HD 120/100 fps Super Slow Motion.

Lens and Streaming

The integrated 25mm lens reaches a 600mm telephoto focal length and provides a wide viewing angle. Capture close-up details using the 24x optical zoom or the 48x digital i.ZOOM in Full HD resolutions. Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to live stream footage directly to sources of your choice.

The camera supports RTSP, RTP, RTMP, and RTMPS protocols. It can stream Full HD resolution video in both unicast and multicast formats. Connect to the HC ROP app on a tablet or smartphone for remote control and live image preview.

Connectivity and Audio

An HDMI output port delivers UHD 4K video to a source of your choice. Record directly to two SD cards simultaneously in MOV/MP4 formats. An integrated stereo microphone captures 48 kHz 16-bit audio in AVCHD/MP4 formats and 48 kHz 24-bit audio in MOV formats.

Add your own microphone using the 3.5mm stereo mini jack or 3-pin XLR input with phantom power support and monitor your overall audio via the headphone jack. An additional audio output for a speaker is also included. Remotely control the camera via a 2.5mm mini jack.

Stabilisation and Display

Hybrid 5-axis OIS (optical image stabilisation) ensures your footage remains stable using both optical and electronic stabilisation. A Ball OIS system also improves small-amplitude blurring. High-precision autofocus with face detection technology locks onto subjects for precise focusing while maintaining exposure.

Use the articulating 3.5" LCD touchscreen to activate precise tracking and the OLED EVF viewfinder for handheld image monitoring. A 5900mAh rechargeable battery keeps the camera up and running for up to 6 hours and 10 minutes of UHD 4K shooting. You can also use the USB-C input to power the camera via DC sources.