Key Features
Panasonic HC-X1500: Pro UHD 4K in a Compact Form
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
Optional Handle Unit
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
Wi-Fi Live Streaming
Live stream your footage via RTSP/RTMP/RTMPS using the HC-X1500's integrated Wi-Fi with WPA/WPA2 encryption.
Imaging
Image Sensor | 1-Chip 1/2.5" MOS Sensor |
Sensor Resolution | 8.57 MP |
Effective Sensor Resolution | 8.29 MP |
Gain | 0 to 30 dB |
Minimum Illumination | 1.5 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed |
White Balance Range | 2000 to 1500K |
Lens
Focal Length | 4.1 to 98.9mm |
35mm Equivalent Focal Length | 25 to 600mm |
Optical Zoom Ratio | 24x |
Max Digital Zoom | 48x |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/4 |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 11 Groups |
Minimum Focusing Distance | Wide: 0.3' / 0.1 m Telephoto: 3.9' / 1.2 m |
Filter Size | 62 mm |
Control Rings | Focus Zoom Iris |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Focus Control | Autofocus Manual Focus |
Camera
Shutter Speed | 1/1 to 1/30 sec |
Built-In ND Filter | Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Recording
Recording Modes | AVCHD/MOV/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit: 3840 x 2160p up to 50/60 fps 1920 x 1080p up to 50/60/120 fps AVCHD/MOV/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit: 3840 x 2160p at 25/30 fps 1920 x 1080p at 25/30/50/60 fps |
Variable Frame Rates | 4.8 Up to 120 fps |
Audio Recording | MOV: 2-Channel 24-Bit LPCM Audio MP4: 2-Channel 24-Bit AAC Audio AVCHD: 2-Channel 24-Bit AC-3 Audio |
Still Image Support | JPEG |
IP Streaming | RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s) RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 1280 x 720 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s) RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 640 x 360 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s) RTMP, RTP, RTSP: 320 x 180 at 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p (0.5 to 24.00 Mb/s) |
Interfaces
Video Connectors | 1 x HDMI Output |
Audio Connectors | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Output |
Other I/O | 1 x USB Micro-B Input 1 x 2.5 mm Output |
Wireless Interfaces | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi |
Display
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Size | 3.5" |
Resolution | 2,760,000 Dot |
EVF
EVF Display Type | LCD |
Screen Size | .24" |
EVF Resolution | 1,560,000 Dots |
Power
Battery Type | Panasonic AG-VBR Series |
Power Connectors | 1 x Barrel (12 VDC) Input |
Power Consumption | 7.9 W |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 10 to 80% |
General
Accessory Mount | 1 x Multi-Interface Shoe |
Tripod Mount | 1/4"-20 Female |
Built-In Light | No |
Dimensions | 10.12 x 5.08 x 3.66" / 257 x 129 x 93 mm (without Handle) |
Weight | 2.65 lb / 1.2 kg |
Warranty Length | Limited 3-Year Warranty |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 5.05 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 12.8 x 11.1 x 8.6" |