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Brand | Panasonic |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Flash Memory Type | SDXC |
Color | Black |
Special Feature | image-stabilization |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Optical Zoom | 20 x |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Camcorder type | Video Camera |
Model Name | HC-V770K |
About this item
- 20X Optical Zoom: Long 20X zoom draws in the scene from far away; Compatible with Remote Pan Tilt Cradle (optional); The focal length is 4.08 to 81.6 millimeter; The still image is 1/2 to 1/2000 and the standard illumination is 1400 lx
- HDR Movie Feature: Exclusive high dynamic range feature suppresses blown highlights and blocked shadows for crisper and clearer videos camcorder
- Wireless Twin Camera: Wirelessly connect your smartphone's video camera as a sub-camera for a picture in picture video effect
- 1/2.3 Inch BSI Sensor: The Back Side Illumination Sensor has a large effective area with 6.03M effective pixels, suppressing noise even when shooting in dimly lit conditions
- Remote Shooting/View: The "Panasonic Image App" lets you use a smartphone or tablet as a real time remote to control the camcorder from a distance; Wi Fi functions also enable real-time broadcasting or baby monitoring; IEEE 802.11b/g/n
- Viewfinder Type: Flexible LCD
- Lens Type: Prime
- Image Stabilization: Image Stabilization
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Panasonic Full HD Camcorder HC-V770
With Advanced Lens, Sensor and Engine
The Panasonic Full HD Camcorder HC-V770 is equipped with 20x Optical Zoom with 4-drive lens system. Featuring HDR Movie function (High Dynamic Range), this 1080p camera captures clear shots with excellent detail in both bright and dark areas. The Wi-Fi functions make the camcorder competent in a variety of tasks: remote shooting and view via the Panasonic smartphone app, picture-in-picture style video recording with your smartphone as a sub camera. You can also livestream events or check on the baby anytime from anywhere. Push notification sends an instant alert when the audio sensor detects the baby waking or crying.
At a Glance:
- 20x optical zoom brings the action closer
- 4-drive lens system produces high image quality
- HDR Movie Function reduces bright spots for a professional look
- Wireless Twin Camera uses your smartphone as a sub camera
- Wi-Fi functions enable real-time broadcasting and monitoring
Features & Benefits
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20x Optical Zoom with 4-Drive Lens System for Premium QualityThe Panasonic HC-V770 camcorder utilizes a 20x optical zoom with 4-drive lens system for premium picture quality. By driving each lens group separately, drive ranges are reduced to deliver high-image quality and high-powered zooming. It also keeps the body compact, even with a 20x optical zoom. |
HDR (High Dynamic Range) Movie Suppresses Blown HighlightsFeaturing HDR Movie function, the HC-V770 captures clear shots with excellent detail in both bright and dark areas. By combining two images taken with different exposure times, the HDR Movie function suppresses blown highlights and blocked shadows for crisper, clearer videos. Even in difficult shooting situations, such as backlighting, you can easily record true-to-life videos with excellent gradation. |
Wireless Twin Camera Uses Your Smartphone as a Sub CameraUsing your smartphone's Wi-Fi, you can shoot from two angles at the same time. And because you're shooting with two different cameras, you shoot from any distance or angle you choose for a variety of Picture-in-Picture images. |
BSI Sensor Minimizes Image NoiseThe BSI (Back Side Illumination Sensor) of the HC-V770 has a large effective area with 6.03M effective pixels, suppressing noise even when shooting in dimly lit conditions, such as indoor scenes or nightscapes. It delivers stunningly beautiful images even down to the tiniest details. |
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Crystal Engine Provides Slow Motion and Noise ReductionThe unique, high-speed engine of the HC-V770 video camera lets you shoot and play smooth Slow Motion Video in Full-HD. Its Noise Reduction function reduces noise for crisp, vibrantly colorful Full-HD images. |
Creative Control Allows for Select Video EffectsThe HC-V770 camcorder provides a range of filter effects—Miniature Effect, 8mm Movie, Silent Movie and Time Lapse Recording—that let you shoot impressive video recordings to match the shooting situation. |
Intelligent Frame Creation Creates Full-HD Slow Motion VideoThe Panasonic HC-V770 records Full-HD (1920 x 1080) at 120 fps.** And the Intelligent Frame Creation of the Crystal Engine interpolates to an equivalent of 240 fps,** for smooth slow motion. Easily switch to slow motion while recording with a simple touch on the LCD screen. **For NTSC area:60/120/240fps **For PAL area:50/100/200fps |
High-Quality Audio Technology Improves Sound RecordingWind Shield Zoom Microphone A special damping material between the mic and mic net suppresses wind noise for clear recording. High-Quality Audio Parts Four 6mm-diameter, high-S/N mics and aluminum electrolytic capacitors reduce sound distortion and increase clarity. |
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iA (intelligent Auto)/iA Plus Mode Optimizes ShootingiA senses shooting conditions to automatically adjust settings and activate functions for optimal results. This powerful mode also lets you adjust exposure compensation and white balance with a single button on the LCD. |
Level Shot Function Automatically Corrects TiltingThe HC-V770 Level Shot function automatically detects and corrects tilting in images. It can be adjusted to three different levels—OFF, Normal or Strong—depending on shooting conditions. |
5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S. + Suppresses BlurringFrom wide-angle to powerful zoom shots, HYBRID O.I.S. + uses five-axis correction to suppress blurring. It lets you capture crisp, clear images in nearly any shooting situation. |
Multi Manual Dial Easily Adjusts FunctionsBy pushing or rotating the manual dial of the camcorder, you can easily adjust functions, like focusing and changing the iris. Adjustable Items: Focus, White Balance Mode, Shutter Speed, Iris, Sharpness, Color Saturation, White Balance Fine, Brightness. |
Wi-Fi Functions
One-touch Connection — NFC lets you instantly connect a smartphone or tablet to the camcorder with just one touch. Even without an NFC phone, QR codes are provided to make Wi-Fi settings.
Remote Shooting / Remote View — The “Panasonic Image App” lets you use a smartphone or tablet as a real-time remote to control the camcorder from a distance. Videos and photos inside the camera can be viewed on a smartphone or tablet, and uploaded to an SNS site.
Real-Time Broadcasting*** — You can live-stream events on USTREAM as they are being recorded in Full-HD resolution.
Baby Monitor*** — Check on the baby anytime from anywhere with a smartphone or tablet. Push Notification sends an instant alert when the audio sensor detects the baby waking or crying.
***A wireless access point (router) is required.
Remote Pan Tilt Cradle (optional)
Connect to an optional cradle to rotate the HC-V770 camera automatically. The motion sensor and Face Recognition function automatically capture faces at parties. You can also register shooting angles in advance to switch from your smartphone. The camera even watches over pets when you're not home. You can operate the camcorder remotely from your smartphone or tablet with the Panasonic Image App.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Zoom | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Picture quality | 4.3 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.1 |
Image stabilization | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.0 | — | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 3.8 | — | — | 3.9 | 3.8 |
Sound quality | 4.5 | — | — | — | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Sold By | Derby City Tech | Amazon.com | Electronic Express | Foreign ornaments | Amazon.com | 17Photo, Electronics and Outdoors |
model name | HC-V770K | HV-V785K | CNHFG70 | — | HC-VX981K | HDR-CX405 |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
digital zoom | — | 60 multiplier x | 800 multiplier x | 18 multiplier x | — | — |
optical zoom | 20 multiplier x | 20 multiplier x | 20 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 20 multiplier x | 30 multiplier x |
video resolution | 1080p | 1080p | 4K | 4K | 4K | 1080p |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI | USB | USB | Wi-Fi | USB |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.47 x 2.56 x 2.87 inches |
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Item Weight | 12.5 ounces |
ASIN | B00RBG5J02 |
Item model number | HC-V770K |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #128,691 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #263 in Camcorders |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 5, 2015 |
Manufacturer | Panasonic |
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The Panasonic Full HD Camcorder HC-V770 is equipped with 20x Optical Zoom with 4-drive lens system. Being the world's first consumer camcorder to feature the HDR Movie function (High Dynamic Range), this 1080p camera captures clear shots with excellent detail in both bright and dark areas. The Wi-Fi functions make the camcorder competent in a variety of tasks: Remote shooting and view via the Panasonic smartphone app, picture-in-picture style video recording with your smartphone as a sub camera. You can also livestream events or check on the baby anytime from anywhere. Push notification sends an instant alert when the audio sensor detects the baby waking or crying. In a consumer Full-HD video camera. As of January 5th, 2015.
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Customers are happy with the image quality and value of the camcorder. For example, they say it's outstanding for the price and produces great videos. Customers are also satisfied with the stabilizer. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, performance, ease of use, speed, and sound quality.
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Customers like the image quality of the camcorder. They say it produces great photos and videos with clear resolution. Some say the HD quality on this completely surpasses memories, and that it's the best HD camera out there. Some are impressed with the lens, anti-shake, low light performance, and the footage is satisfying for the price.
"...This is a fantastic camcorder. Its video capability and audio quality far exceeds the highest end of mobile phones currently on the market...." Read more
"...Several points to make.#1 The Picture quality is fantastic at 60 FPS and using Adobe Premiere Elements I was able to slow down the 60fps to..." Read more
"...This unit has very good image quality, stabilization is solid from a layman's perspective, and it can even snap a photo in the middle to taking..." Read more
"...the footage in iA (Intelligent Auto Mode) and found the footage to be pretty satisfying for the price paid and the size of the camera...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the camcorder. Some mention that it performs exceptionally well in low light situations, giving it a huge advantage both in low-light and depth of field. However, others say that it never works and within a few months that output began working only intermittently.
"...The main reason for this selection come down to the low light handling and the ability to record 1080P at 60 fps with a high data rate...." Read more
"...That gives it a huge advantage both in low light as well as depth of field and bokeh (the ability to selectively blur the back ground)...." Read more
"...(This one is not a long term solution because it turns itself off every 10 minutes, even when connected to AC power)..." Read more
"...I will say this camera does indeed perform exceptionally well in low light situations...." Read more
Customers like the value of the camcorder. They say it's outstanding for the price, has great functionality, and is well worth the learning curve. Some customers also mention that the image quality is fantastic and the cam is a very deluxe unit.
"...Bottom Line.All things considered, this camera is well worth the money and is light years ahead of any smartphone in terms of quality or..." Read more
"...is detailed if long (about the size of War And Peace) but well worth the download time...." Read more
"...For the price it is the best bang for the buck with outstanding quality and should be very heavily considered if looking for a 1080p 60 camcorder" Read more
"...did a lot of research before buying and this one had the best reviews for this price range...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image stabilization of the camcorder. They mention that it has a long optical zoom, and the steady zoom is fast and accurate. They appreciate the ability to easily zoom in and out to properly frame the court.
"...The ability to easily zoom in and out to properly frame the court is great...." Read more
"...That combined with great auto focus, great image stabilization, and a mature feature set, set it apart from anything in this price...." Read more
"...This unit has very good image quality, stabilization is solid from a layman's perspective, and it can even snap a photo in the middle to taking..." Read more
"...Zoom-Good but stabilization and quality is great!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the camcorder. Some mention it's a fantastic camcorders, great for both high quality video and still pictures. However, others say that it'll turn unusable and the wireless functions are poor.
"...It is a gimmick. Good luck with that.This is a fantastic camcorder...." Read more
"...The next one ended up completely unusable...." Read more
"...body which virtually eliminates visible fingerprints, superior A/V recordings under all conditions, fade option at the highest recording settings,..." Read more
"...all the available recording formats and in my opinion it records best in avchd mode, 1080p. You can use 5.1 sound only with this video format...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the camcorder. Some mention it's easy to use, simple, and fast, with fantastic manual functionality. It connects easily to mobile devices and allows PTZ functions from a remote. However, others say that it'd be better if it was less complicated and easier to use. They also mention that the user interface feels mildly retarded and that managing the media was a pain.
"...The manual functionality is fantastic...." Read more
"...You then get a file twice as long as the previous. It does take a reasonable amount of time for the camera to do the post processing.#..." Read more
"This camera is as easy to use as you want it to be...." Read more
"...Overall I like the battery life, image quality, zoom and ease of use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the camcorder. Some mention that it can do time lapse video, or slow motion, and is fast. They appreciate the high data rate and 1080P at 60 fps. However, others say that the unit is very slow, with very slow transfer times and is not good for quick shooting. They also mention that the second camera by Wi-Fi is slow and out of sync with the primary camera.
"...quality the file sizes of 4K are enormous resulting in very slow transfer times, much more cumbersome editing, and much longer rendering...." Read more
"...I was able to get consistently great slow motion video.Several points to make.#..." Read more
"...The dual capture linking a phone to get a PIP video has lag problems...." Read more
"...selection come down to the low light handling and the ability to record 1080P at 60 fps with a high data rate...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sound quality of the camcorder. Some mention that the sound is terrific and the 5.1 channel sound is great, while others say that it's horrible noise, passable, and that loud sound may distort and ruin the audio.
"...handle the balance of dim light to bright light well, the sounds of the waves crashing, a seagull that flew by squawking that I didn't remember, but..." Read more
"...more pixels generally means less light per pixel and significantly more noise in low light...." Read more
"...Compared to that, this camera is UNBELIEVABLE! The sound quality is terrific and the high definition looks great...." Read more
"...Sound quality is quite good with the built-in mics...." Read more
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It is at low ambient light that this camcorder shines. I can have a crystal clear video shot on the performers at the last row of the stage from the last row of a music hall.
The manual functionality is fantastic. When auto zoom from afar has difficulty to focus on my kid with a large group of students performing on a stage, the manual functionality can do the focus every time. It will need to go through the user manual though to get used to the manual operation though.
Audio:
The recorded audio is Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound, a rarity in consumer grade camcorder. You would need a headphone of 5.1 channel or above to enjoy the full audio effect.
The battery:
A caveat: it still drain small amount of battery when the camcorder is turned off.
I take off the battery when not using the camcorder. After so many years, the battery still runs great.
I/O:
It has plenty of ports to hook up with other devices like PC and TV. There is no problem in transferring contents or viewing them on another screen.
The WiFi functionality:
It is a gimmick. Good luck with that.
This is a fantastic camcorder. Its video capability and audio quality far exceeds the highest end of mobile phones currently on the market. My recommendation is: if you can, go and get it.
Several points to make.
#1 The Picture quality is fantastic at 60 FPS and using Adobe Premiere Elements I was able to slow down the 60fps to 12.5% speed and the picture still looks awesome.
#2 When capturing slow mo at 120 fps, what actually happens is the camera creates a file that is twice as long as what you just filmed , shown at 60fps. So the file you download off the card is already playing at half speed. Premiere properties shows 59.95 fps . It is a little confusing, but take a ten second video, then look at what is output, it is 20 seconds long , playing at half speed.
#3 The 120fps video is still at 1080p and looks fantastic. I then can slow it down even more in Premiere (Right Click-Clip-Time Stretch) and the quality is outstanding. Again I got great results stretching the clips out to 8x their original 1/2 speed duration, effectively 480 fps using Adobe Premiere, the 1080p image still looked great.
#4 To get 240 fps, the camera does a post processing operation on the 120fps clip . You do this by going into the Playback Mode, then go into the menu and select the Slw Motion effect and then you are prompted to select the clip on the memory card you wish to post process. It won't let you post process a clip that was not taken in slow mo. You then get a file twice as long as the previous. It does take a reasonable amount of time for the camera to do the post processing.
#5 Slo Mo mode does use memory like crazy, so expect to get a big SD card. Battery capacity(duration) decreases also, so I ordered two additional batteries right away. I can imagine having to swap batteries at half time.
#6 After playing with the 120fps and generated 240fps files, I was so impressed by picture quality of 120fps slowed down using Adobe Premiere that I don't imagine using the 240fps post processing very often. I am sure I will occasionally, but for my needs as a coach, I doubt it will be necessary to get great quality highlight images.
#7 There is a setting in the menu for Recording Setup --Slow Motion Setup. You can choose interval or always. If you use interval, while you are recording the camera will only start recording slow motion when you touch the screen(and keep your finger on the screen) If you use always, then while the camera is recording it will record at 120fps. I switched to always because I kept forgetting to touch the screen.
Very impressed so far and happy with the purchase. It may not allow you to record a water ballon breaking or an arrow slicing through an apple, but it also doesn't cost 10k .
Bonus Pro Tip - Use the manual settings and set the shutter speed to 1/350 (or less depending on light) and set the IRIS to wide open. This will help eliminate motion blur when filming indoor sports.
Drawback - The one drawback for me was that I had to buy a wide angle lens to get the whole court in the frame when filming court side. This degrades the video image just a little by making it soft in the corners. The Panasonic HC-V770 has one of the wider angle lenses of any of the Prosumer cameras I looked at, but it just isn't wide enough. Hint, Hint Panasonic....we would love a wider angle lens to be standard on these cameras.
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We have used this camera to record many events with no problems at all. The menus are easy to use to setup the camera to your liking.
The zoom is smooth and crisp at all times, unless some other cameras we tried.
The audio recording is once again crisp and clear with no noise from the zoom or anything else being captured.
Would recommend this unit to anyone looking for a HD camera and not wanting/needing to make the leap in the the 4K level.
The camera does not have a viewfinder, however, the screen is still easily visible when in sunlight. The image stabilisation works really well and hand holding the camera produces perfectly acceptable results, even at high zoom ranges.
This camera does not seem to need any extras, with the possible exception of an external microphone if audio is really critical. It is also noted that the camera will run from the DC input jack, making an external power bank a possibility for extended video productions.
In conclusion, this is an fantastic, well made, camera for the price.
I still haven't figured out stopping the camera from breaking the hour video into two parts.