Delivery: 3-4 months / Released April 2025

Professional-grade camera capable of 4K60p 10-bit high-quality recording
Dual rings and dials provide easy operation during manual shooting
USB Type-C on the back of the camera (for power and charging) / [HCX1600] HCX1600 Released April 2025
Even more beautiful, high-quality 4K video with 4K60p and 10-bit recording. Supporting 4K60p recording at 60 frames per second (4K60p), even fast-moving subjects can be captured in clear, smooth footage. Furthermore, the Venus Engine supports the highly efficient HEVC codec, enabling 4K60p 10-bit recording at a bitrate of 200Mbps. This reduces banding noise and delivers beautiful, high-definition 4K video with stunning color. It also supports HEVC (MOV) 10-bit 200Mbps for 4K broadcasting and HEVC (MP4) 10-bit 100Mbps for excellent compatibility with consumer devices. High-precision autofocus minimizes annoying out-of-focus situations. The camera features "4K High Precision AF," a high-performance AF function that utilizes Panasonic's unique high-speed, high-precision autofocus technology. Continuously driving the lens unit with minute movements quickly controls focus to adapt to changes in the subject's movement and position. It also features "Face Detection/Tracking AE & AF," which supports not only face detection but also color tracking, achieving precise tracking that secures focus on the subject. Even with fast-moving subjects, smoother and faster focus tracking minimizes out-of-focus scenes. The 5-Axis Hybrid Image Stabilization system automatically compensates for camera shake in five axes—rotation, left/right, up/down, and horizontal rotation—and the Ball O.I.S. mechanism compensates for the subtle vibrations that occur during zoom shooting, providing superior image stabilization capabilities. The camera also features three Image Stabilization modes: standard, fixed, and handheld pan/tilt. This auto-correction ensures high-quality video recording, even in situations prone to camera shake, such as high-magnification zoom, walking, or low-light conditions, or when using a tripod. Dual rings and dials for easy manual operation. To meet the needs of professionals, the compact body features dual rings for manual operation. When autofocus is difficult, the front focus ring allows for manual adjustments for greater flexibility. Additionally, the rear ring can be manually operated by switching between "ZOOM," "IRIS," and "IRIS/AE LEVEL" controls using the USER button. Switching the rear ring between a zoom ring (easier to use than the zoom lever) and an iris ring (optimized for optimal aperture adjustment depending on the environment) allows for more precise video capture. Equipped with a separate dial, you can also adjust various shooting settings without having to enter detailed mode menus. The 3.5-inch electrostatic touch LCD monitor/0.39-inch OLED viewfinder monitor features a high-resolution, approximately 2.76 million dot 3.5-inch electrostatic touch LCD monitor (16:9 aspect ratio) for excellent visibility, even in bright sunlight. It also supports electrostatic touch control, allowing you to focus simply by touching the subject on the screen. The high-resolution, approximately 1.77 million dot viewfinder features a 0.39-inch OLED display with a fast response time and excellent visibility, delivering rich gradation down to the finest details of the subject. It also supports simultaneous monitor and viewfinder output, so images can be displayed on the touch LCD monitor when using the viewfinder.
Advanced user operation, including button settings and lever positioning. A USER button is provided in a position that allows you to assign frequently used controls while holding the grip, allowing for convenient and comfortable button settings tailored to your preferences. The zoom lever position has also been designed to suit the finger position when using the camera, further enhancing ease of operation and usability.
USB Type-C Equipped: The camera is equipped with a USB Type-C port on the back, supporting power supply and charging. Even if the battery runs out during location shooting, you can conveniently charge the camera using a mobile battery or charge it while on the move. ■ Specifications ■

Image sensor: 1/2.5" color MOS solid-state image sensorF-number (f: focal length): F1.8-F4.0 (f=4.12mm-98.9mm)f: 35mm equivalent: f=25.0-600.0mmMinimum subject illumination: Approximately 1.2m from the front of the lens (full range), approximately 10cm (near WIDE)Filter diameter: 62mmZoom... 24x optical motorized zoomDigital zoom: 2x/5x/10x/iA zoom (UHD recording: maximum 32x, FHD recording: maximum 48x)Monitor: 3.5-inch LCD monitor (approximately 2.76 million dots), capacitive touch panelViewfinder... 0.39-inch OLED (organic EL display): Approximately 2.36 million dots. Image display area: Approximately 1.77 million dots. Recording media (sold separately): SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card (up to 512GB), UHS-I compatible. File format: MOV/MP4. Memory card: SDXC. For recording bit rates of 200Mbps, 150Mbps, 100Mbps, and super slow recording, the speed class is UHS Speed ​​Class 3. For recording bit rates of 72Mbps or less, the speed class is Speed ​​Class 10, UHS Speed ​​Class 1, or higher. File format: AVCHD. Memory card: SDHC/SDXC. For recording bit rates in all AVCHD modes supported by this unit, the speed class is Speed ​​Class 4 or higher. Image stabilization method: Optical image stabilization lens. Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless LAN protocol) Dimensions (including protrusions) (approx.): 129mm W x 93mm H x 267mm D (including lens hood and eyecup) 129mm W x 93mm H x 225mm D (including lens hood, excluding eyecup) Weight: Approx. 0.85kg (body only, excluding lens hood, battery, and eyecup) Weight in use: Approx. 1.2kg (including lens hood, battery, and eyecup) Power consumption: [Recording] 6.3W / [Charging] 14.1W Allowable operating temperature / humidity: 0℃ to 40℃ / 10%RH to 80%RH (no condensation) Manufacturer's warranty period: 1 year