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About this product
Product Identifiers
BrandPanasonic
MPNHC-VX981K, HCVX981K
GTIN0885170266285
UPC0885170266285
ModelVX981
eBay Product ID (ePID)218897181
Product Key Features
Digital Zoom1500x
ColorBlack
ConnectivityHDMI
Media FormatSDXC/SDHC/SD
Storage TypeRemovable (Card/Disc/Tape)
Recording DefinitionHigh Definition
FeaturesBuilt-in Wi-Fi, LCD Screen, Time Lapse, Image Stabilization, Built-in Microphone
Screen Size3.0 in
TypeCompact
Optical Zoom20x
Additional Product Features
Additional FeaturesBuilt-In Speaker, Image Stabilisation, Digital Auto Tracking, Built-In Microphone
Resolution18.9MP
High Definition Video Support1080p
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 09 Sep, 2017Most favourable review
Great prosumer camcorder
Did a lot of research before buying a camcorder, which we primarily use to record workshops and work-related videos. The Panasonic HC-VX981 has a great balance of reasonable pricing and features. Check out the "4K cropping," for instance. Very cool.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Feb, 2018Most critical review
Camera has some downsides to be considered before buying
Not very many detailed reviews on this camera so here goes... This is a really price friendly 4K camera that seems more geared for Youtube videos/pod casting and could be used in some simple simi pro video production such as an interview type setup. But again, this is a 4K camera under $1,000 USD so you can't expect too much outside of the very basic video shooting on a tripod. I used this camera for just a little bit and quickly found its weaknesses. The biggest problem I seen right off the bat is the zoom control is very touchy and can be challenging for a camera operator to perform a smooth zooming pan shot. To add to the issue this model does not have the option of a physical external zoom controller that can be mounted on a tripod handle, so in that a camera operator can only use the little top zoom control on the top of this camera; and I must say it can be very awkward to use in this manor with a fluidhead tripod depending on the position of the operator. This camera does have a app function that can be used for wireless zoom but when you use it projects the camera feed to the device and can only be viewed on that device even if you have the cam plugged into a video controller. HUGE ISSUE! The next issue is this camera is difficult to use for live broadcasting while running through a multicam selector board. it has the option to broadcast live to Ustream but it’s not controllable externally in that manor, its either on or off and in the camera inits raw form. so, if you have other cameras that don’t comply with this model the wireless multicam feature is totally useless, and if you connect this camera via HDMI to a professional control board so you can cross between other cameras live it outputs the time-code lines as the bottom out to the live broadcast! so for live use with multiple camera that are controllable this camera is also useless for that use. Next issue is the battery life is pretty bad, gets about 80 minutes of use and that’s it. Pros Good for punching in and out in Post for interviews and Youtube videos compact and light weight clear image okay up-close night vision Cons No external zoom controls Bad for external video multicam controller Battery life is terrible Not weather resistant Camera mounted zoom is not smooth and inconsistent Touchscreen is not sensitive Shoe mount is out the back of the body Electronic lens cover will cause a mechanical problem in the future as always with any camera the internal mic is terrible SD card slot is on the bottom of the camera, so if on a tripod have to remove the cam from tripod then remove tripod base plate from camera. Final thoughts: This is a 4K camera that is good for setting on a tripod and used as a basic simi wide angle fixed camera for interviews or Youtube videos or home video use.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 29 Jan, 2023
Great little camera with surprising video quality for the money.
I do a lot videography, and every camera I have used has drawbacks or shortcomings like SD placement and menu navigation issues. This camera overall is an excellent choice for a lot of family setting applications especially because it is lightweight and has good video quality. The model been out for several years, so I would not pay over $500.00 for a used one. if you are wanting to shell out $800+, go the next Panasonic model or two up.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Aug, 2024
Great camera for home videos. The resolu...
Great camera for home videos. The resolution is amazing and the optical zoom is impressive. I looked at a couple cameras before landing on this one. Not disappointed at all. I bought some extra large batteries for it though since the stock battery only lasts about 40 minutes or so.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Nov, 2024
Great Camcorder/Camera in 2024
Purchased in 2024, still a pretty good camera, in low light situations it may be a little darker than more modern cameras but overall quality is really good. I use it to record videos at my events. I'm a DJ. I do have a video with a comparison with this, an iPhone 12, a Sony ZV-1f, and this Panasonic. youtube/W1QpV8TvwEwVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 01 May, 2024
"Comes with only what is pictured in the photos" Am I supposed to know just by glance what's in the package? I assumed one of the cables included in t
"Comes with only what is pictured in the photos" Am I supposed to know just by glance what's in the package? I assumed one of the cables included in the photos was the charger but no, it was only the data cable and HDMI, are you really that lazy that you couldn't just write that? Now I need to buy a charger and batteries separately, they don´t sell those in my country so I'll have to wait a couple of weeks or a month to get them.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Sep, 2017
So blessed by this camera
It was so great to the company give this amazing offer. so happy and blessed. We are using for our church services. It looks amazing... Blessings Arun JohnVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 05 Oct, 2021
Camera has excellent quality
Camera was in excellent condition and came with lots of extras... Super bargainVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Dec, 2017
Excellent product
Very good product.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 20 Aug, 2019
Great Image Quality ... good price.
Great Image Quality ... good price.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
