Panasonic Full HD Video Camera Camcorder, 20X Optical Zoom, 1/2.3 Inch BSI Sensor, HDR Capture, Wi-Fi Smartphone HC-V785 (Black)

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I purchased the Panasonic Full HD Video Camera Camcorder HC-V785 (Black) a few months ago, and I have been thoroughly impressed with its performance. This camcorder is perfect for capturing all kinds of moments, whether it is a family event or something that needs to be recorded for work purposes. The features that stand out to me are the high sensitivity 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor, level shot function, powerful zoom, HDR movie function, and wireless twin camera.

The 1/2.3-inch back side illumination sensor is one of the best features of this camcorder. It has larger pixels than a 1/5.8-inch sensor, which reduces noise in low light environments. This has been extremely helpful for me since I tend to shoot a lot of videos in dim lighting, and my old camcorder did not handle that well. With this camcorder, I have noticed a significant improvement in the quality of my videos, even when I am shooting in low light environments. The videos come out bright and beautiful, and the color reproduction is great too.

The level shot function is another feature that I appreciate. It detects and corrects the tilting of captured images, which is especially helpful when you are recording while walking or moving. It minimizes image blurring and ensures that the videos come out stable and clear. This feature is achieved by hybrid O.I.S., which thoroughly suppresses blurring all the way from wide-angle to powerful zoom shots.

Speaking of zoom, the HC-V785 has a powerful zoom for a compact camera body. By driving each of four lens groups separately, the drive ranges are reduced, resulting in high image quality and high-powered zooming in a compact camcorder. The 20x optical zoom is impressive, and it allows for capturing shots from a distance. I have used this feature to record videos at concerts and have been able to get really close up shots of the performers on stage.

The HDR movie function is perfect for me as someone who frequently films outdoors, as it allows me to capture crisp, clear details in both bright and dark areas. By combining two images taken with different exposure times, this feature suppresses blown highlights and blocked shadows for crisp, clear videos. It works really well, and I have been able to capture stunning videos of sunsets and landscapes.

Finally, the wireless twin camera is an innovative feature that allows you to shoot from two angles at the same time, using your smartphone with Wi-Fi operation as a sub camera. This is perfect for vlogging and capturing videos with a friend or family member. It is easy to use, and the videos come out really nicely with the picture-in-picture feature.

Overall, I am extremely happy with my purchase of the Panasonic Full HD Video Camera Camcorder HC-V785 (Black). Its high sensitivity 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor, level shot function, powerful zoom, HDR movie function, and wireless twin camera make it a top-of-the-line camcorder for anyone who wants to capture all kinds of moments. The only downside I can think of is that the battery life could be better, but overall, it is an excellent investment for anyone who wants to take their videos to the next level.

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