The Panasonic HC-WXF1K embodies various cinematic features that are not common in a consumer camcorder. This camcorder has an integrated Leica Dicomar 24× optical zoom lens that offers a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 25–600mm. The 1/2.5-inch BSI MOS sensor offers vibrant picture quality in both bright and low-light conditions. This camcorder provides UHD 4K video recording at 30 fps and the cine-standard 24 fps. For professional videophiles, the camcorder has an electronic viewfinder, a manual focus and iris lens ring, and on-camera quick-access buttons. The Panasonic HC-WXF1K features the trio of 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S. Plus, Ball O.I.S., and Adaptive O.I.S. to cut down effects of camera shakes in your videos. The Wi-Fi function can be enabled to send captured media to smartphones.
Optics and Focus
The Panasonic camcorder sports a Leica Dicomar lens that offers 24× optical zoom. Moreover, the camcorder has the intelligent zoom, in which 32× zoom is given for 4K recording and 48× for Full HD videos. The zooming range is digitally extended up to 70× or 1500×. You can also adjust the aperture opening of the lens from f/1.8 to f/4. A 62mm thread is located at the front to attach a circular filter. The camcorder has a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000th of a second in video mode and 1/2000th of a second in photo mode.
Sensor and Screen
The 1/2.5-inch BSI MOS sensor offers vibrant image quality in low light. You can use the 3-inch LCD screen to compose the scene. You can rotate it to shoot from a high or low angle, or flip it 180° to take selfies. The touchscreen interface offers an intuitive way to browse through the settings and media. With the LCD monitor, you get 460.8K-dot resolution view of the scene. Another alternative option is to use the 0.24-inch electronic viewfinder that provides 1555.2K-dot resolution imagery. An eyecup is attached to the electronic viewfinder to prevent external light from entering as well as to offer comfort.
Image and Video
The Panasonic HC-WXF1K records 4K videos at 72 Mbps with a frame rate of 30 fps and Full HD videos at 28 or 50 Mbps with a frame rate of 60 fps in MP4 format. You can choose the AVCHD format for 1080p and 1080i video recording. Switch to the photo mode to take 25.9 MP photos with a maximum resolution of 6784×3816 dpi. The built-in twin camera allows you to shoot up to four simultaneous videos. Additionally, you can use up to three smartphones as additional cameras. The simultaneously recorded videos are shown in a picture-in-picture format. This camcorder has the Active Contrast feature that gives smooth gradations in high-contrast scenes while the HDR Movie mode provides a wide dynamic range to ensure true-to-the-eye imagery.
Other Features
The camcorder has an integrated microphone that records audio on 5.1 stereo channel. You can choose the Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2ch, or AAC format for the recording option. The camera provides a 1.5 lux illumination in the Low Light Scene Mode. You can enable the built-in Wi-Fi to transfer recorded media to smartphones. An LED light panel or external boom mic can be fixed to the top accessory shoe. The camera uses a 1940 mAh battery pack to stay functional for 1 hour on a single charge.
