Panasonic HC-VX3 UHD 4K Camcorder with 24x Zoom

Panasonic HC-VX3 UHD 4K Camcorder with 24x Zoom

The Panasonic HC-VX3 is a compact and versatile 4K camcorder designed for content creators, families, and videographers seeking high-resolution video, powerful zoom capability, and robust feature sets in a lightweight form factor. It captures ultra-sharp 4K UHD video and high-quality stills, offering creative flexibility and user-friendly control in a body that weighs just 433 grams.

At its core is a 1/2.5-inch BSI CMOS sensor delivering 8.57 effective megapixels, paired with an f/1.8–4.0 Leica Dicomar lens and a 24x optical zoom. The intelligent zoom expands to 32x in 4K and 48x in Full HD, with digital zoom reaching up to 1500x. A 5-axis optical image stabilization system ensures smooth footage even when handheld.

The HC-VX3 supports multiple video resolutions and frame rates including 4K at 24/30 fps and Full HD at up to 60 fps. It also captures 25.9MP still photos in JPEG format. Audio is recorded via a built-in stereo mic with support for Dolby Digital 2.0 and 5.1 formats, and external microphones can be connected via a 3.5mm input. A dedicated headphone output provides real-time audio monitoring.

Its 3-inch articulating touchscreen LCD (1.56M-dot) allows for intuitive framing and menu navigation. A cold shoe mount supports accessories, while full manual control, scene modes, and creative effects such as miniature, silent movie, and time-lapse expand shooting possibilities. For power, the camera uses USB-C input for charging and offers up to 5.4W operating consumption.

Connectivity includes micro-HDMI, USB-C, 3.5 mm audio I/O, and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi for mobile app pairing (iOS/Android). Footage is recorded to SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards via a single slot. A 1/4"-20 thread allows secure tripod mounting for stable shooting.

Whether you're filming family milestones, capturing travel footage, or producing online content, the Panasonic HC-VX3 delivers reliable 4K performance in a portable, well-featured camcorder package.

Imaging

• Image Sensor: 1/2.5"-Type BSI CMOS
• Sensor Resolution: Effective: 8.57 Megapixel
• Image Stabilization: Optical

Optics

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8 to 4
• Fixed Focus: No
• Zoom:
  • Optical: 24x
  • Intelligent (4K): 32x
  • Intelligent (HD): 48x
  • Digital: 70x / 1500x

Recording

• Internal Recording:
  • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 24.00/30.00 fps
  • 1920 x 1080p at 24.00/25/30.00/50/60.00 fps
  • 1920 x 1080i at 30.00 fps
  • 1280 x 576i at 30.00 fps
• Still Image Support: DCF / EXIF / JPEG – 25.9 MP (6784 x 3816)
• Audio Recording: Dolby Digital 2ch / Dolby Digital 5.1 / AAC
• Internal Storage: No

Exposure Control

• Shutter Speed:
  • Video: 1/8000 to 1/24 sec
  • Photo: 1/2000 to 1/2 sec
• Exposure Modes: Auto, Manual
• Minimum Illumination: 1.5 Lux

Display

• Display Type: Articulating 3" Touchscreen LCD
• Resolution: 1,555,200 Dot

Features

• Scene Modes: Presets – Yes
• Creative Effects: Yes
• Built-In Microphone: Stereo
• Built-In Speaker: Yes

Interface

• Media/Memory Card Slot: Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
• Video Output: 1 x Micro-HDMI 2.0
• Audio I/O:
  • 1x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Mic/Line Input
  • 1x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
• Power I/O: 1x USB-C (5VDC) Input
• Other I/O: 1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control
• Remote Control: Optional
• Mobile App Compatible: Yes – Android & iOS
• Wireless: Built-In Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Power

• Power Consumption:
  • Operating: 5.4 W
  • Charging: 7.7 W

General

• Built-In Light: No
• Shoe Mount: 1x Cold Shoe
• Accessory Mounting Thread: No
• Tripod Mounting Thread: 1/4"-20 Female
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.6 x 3 x 2.7" / 141 x 77 x 68 mm
• Weight: 15.3 oz / 433 g