Panasonic HC-X1600E Camcorder (SKU HC-X1600E)

Availability: 7-10 days delivery

The Panasonic X1600 is a lightweight, compact, and powerful camcorder designed for long shooting sessions and comfortable operation, with the added benefit of wireless control. It records clear, stable video in sharp 4K 60p resolution and features a 25 mm* wide-angle lens with 24x optical zoom, plus a long-life battery to support extended use.
*35 mm camera equivalent.

Key Features

• Compact 4K 60p camcorder designed with directors in mind

• 25 mm wide-angle lens with 24x optical zoom

• 4K high-precision autofocus and HYBRID O.I.S. image stabilization

• Versatile recording modes supporting multiple bit rates and formats

4K 60p Video, Built for Directors
This camcorder is made to be used for hours comfortably, while giving you wireless control when needed. It delivers high-quality, stable 4K 60p footage using a wide 25 mm* lens and 24x optical zoom, combined with a powerful imaging system and long-lasting battery.

Powerful and Portable with Long Battery Life
The X1600 is designed as a director’s workhorse. The included high-capacity battery provides approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes of shooting at 60 Hz. Its compact, well-balanced body makes it easy to hold and operate for long stretches of time.

Wide Lens and Strong Zoom Range
The lens covers a wide 25 mm* angle up to a 600 mm* telephoto range with 24x optical zoom. i.ZOOM extends this to up to 32x in 4K and 48x in Full HD, making it suitable for a wide variety of shots, from wide scenes to distant subjects.
*35 mm camera equivalent.

4K High-Precision Autofocus
Face Detection keeps subjects in focus and properly exposed, reducing the risk of soft or incorrectly exposed footage. Color recognition helps maintain focus on moving subjects, even as they shift within the frame.

Hybrid Image Stabilization for Steady Shots
The camcorder uses both optical and electronic image stabilization to correct camera shake across five directions. The Ball O.I.S. system further improves stabilization, especially for small, subtle movements that can otherwise cause minor blurring.

Versatile Recording Modes
The X1600 supports high bit rates up to 200 Mbps for 4K 59.94p/50p video recording, using the HEVC (LongGOP, 10-bit 4:2:0, MOV) codec. It also offers 120/100 fps super slow-motion recording in 10-bit Full HD for creative slow-motion sequences.
*At 59.94 Hz: 120 fps; at 50 Hz: 100 fps.

Heat-Dispersing Design
An ultra-thin internal fan helps disperse heat efficiently, keeping the camera cool during long shoots without adding excessive weight or bulk.

Wireless Control via Tablet or Smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect the camcorder to the HC ROP app on a tablet or smartphone. This enables wireless control and also offers a live view image, giving you flexible remote operation options on set.

Package Includes

• Panasonic HC-X1600 UHD 4K HDMI Camcorder with 24x Zoom

• Rechargeable 5900 mAh battery

• Lens hood

• Eye cup

Specifications

Imaging

• Sensor Resolution: Effective 8.29 megapixels

• Image Sensor: 1/2.5"-type MOS

• Image Stabilization: Digital

• Built-In ND Filter: Mechanical filter wheel with clear, 2-stop (1/4), 4-stop (1/16), and 6-stop (1/64) ND filters

• Capture Type: Stills and video

Exposure Control

• Shutter Type: Electronic rolling shutter

• Shutter Speed (video mode): 1/8000 to 1/6 second

• Sensitivity: f/1.8 at 4 lux

• Minimum Illumination: 1.5 lux

• White Balance: 2000 to 15,000 K

  • Presets: ATW, Auto

Lens

• Focal Length: 4.12 to 98.9 mm (35 mm equivalent: 25 to 600 mm)

• Optical Zoom Ratio: 24x

• Maximum Digital Zoom: 2x, 5x, 10x

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8

• Minimum Aperture: f/4

• Filter Size: 62 mm

• Control Rings: Focus and zoom

Focus Control

• Focus Modes: Autofocus and manual focus

Video Capture

• Internal Recording Modes:

  • AVCHD 4:2:0 8-bit:

    • 1920 x 1080p at 50/59.94 fps

    • 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps

    • 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps

  • MOV 4:2:0 10-bit:

    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

  • MOV 4:2:2 10-bit:

    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps

    • 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

    • 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps

  • MOV 4:2:0 8-bit:

    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

  • MP4 4:2:0 10-bit:

    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

  • MP4 4:2:0 8-bit:

    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps

    • 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps

• External Recording (via HDMI, 4:2:2 10-bit):

  • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

  • 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

  • 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps

  • 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps

  • 720 x 576p at 50 fps

  • 720 x 480p at 59.94 fps

• Fast/Slow Motion Support: Yes

• Built-In Microphone: Stereo

• Audio Recording: AVCHD and MP4, 2-channel, 16-bit, 48 kHz

IP Streaming

• Formats: H.264, RTMP, RTMPS, RTP, RTSP

• Resolutions: 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 360, 320 x 180

Interface

• Media/Memory Card Slot: Single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I, up to 512 GB)

• Video Output: 1 x HDMI (unspecified signal)

• Audio Inputs/Outputs:

  • 2 x XLR 3-pin mic/line inputs with +48 V phantom power

  • 1 x 3.5 mm stereo microphone input

  • 1 x 3.5 mm stereo headphone output

• Power Input: 1 x USB-C (9 V DC at 3 A)

• Other I/O:

  • 1 x 2.5 mm sub-mini remote control input

  • 1 x USB-C

Wireless and Connectivity

• Wireless: 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi; supports 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

• Mobile App Compatible: No (beyond specified HC ROP use)

• GPS: Not included

Monitor

• Display Type: Primary 3.5" articulating touchscreen LCD

Viewfinder

• Type: Built-in electronic OLED viewfinder

• Resolution: 1,770,000 dots

Focus Modes

• Automatic and manual focus

Power

• Battery Type: Built-in lithium-ion

• Power Consumption: 12.3 W

General

• Shoe Mount: 1 cold shoe

• Built-In Video Light: No

• Dimensions (W x H x D, with lens hood): 5.1 x 3.7 x 10.5 in / 129 x 93 x 267 mm

• Weight (body only): 1.87 lb / 0.85 kg