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HC-X2100GC

Mobile 4K 60p Camcorder

A small and light 4k 60p director's camera with high mobility, a wide-angle 25mm* lens, optical 24x zoom, and extensive networking capabilities for one-person operation in the field.
* 35mm camera equivalent. Note: The mics shown in product photos are optional.
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Features

Compact 4K 60p Camcorder, Built for Directors

While excelling in mobility and portability, the included high-capacity battery provides 4 hours and 35 minutes of shooting (60 Hz), and the compact body considers the weight balance of the advanced functions when shooting.
Compact 4K 60p Camcorder, Built for Directors

Remarkable Optical Performance for Precise Shooting

Wide 25mm* and Optical 24x Zoom Lens

The lens covers the range from 25mm* wide-angle to 600mm* tele with a 24x zoom. i.ZOOM achieves 32x zoom with 4K mode, and 48x zoom with FHD mode.
* 35mm camera equivalent.
Wide 25mm* and Optical 24x Zoom Lens

4K High-Precision AF

Face Detection precisely captures subjects on-site free from out of focus problems and insufficient exposure. Also, by adding colour recognition, tracking subjects is improved, without interruption, when the face moves to either side.
4K High-Precision AF

HYBRID O.I.S.

In addition to Optical Image Stabilisation, Electronic Image Stabilisation detects and corrects handshake in the 5-axis direction. The Ball O.I.S. System reduces friction in the drive section, especially improving the correction of small-amplitude blurring.
HYBRID O.I.S.

Versatile Recording Mode

Supports a high bit rate of 200 Mbps for 4K 59.94p/50p video recording with HEVC (LongGOP/10 bit 4:2:0/MOV) codec, and 120/100fps* Super Slow-motion with 10-bit recording in FHD.
*59.94Hz: 120fps, 50Hz: 100fps
Versatile Recording Mode

Heat-Dispersing Design

The heat dispersion structure equipped with an ultrathin fan enables a compact, lightweight body to be combined with ultra high definition 4K 60p recording.
Heat-Dispersing Design

Operating Ease That Quickly Meets Professional Demands

Tiltable Viewfinder with Eyecup

The 1,770K-dot-equivalent OLED colour viewfinder can be tilted for added convenience. The large eyecup fits either eye comfortably.
Tiltable Viewfinder with Eyecup

Wireless Control from a Tablet or Smartphone

The built-in 5-GHz/2.4-GHz Wi-Fi module enables you to connect just the body to Wi-Fi. Using a tablet or smartphone app HC ROP, wireless camera operations are also possible with live view image.
Wireless Control from a Tablet or Smartphone

USB PD (USB Type-C)

The USB-C port enables power supply and charging with a mobile battery when the power is turned off.
USB PD (USB Type-C)

Environmental Care and Initiatives

Recycled materials are used for the packaging boxes and molded pulp, and white ink is used for recyclability. It is also compatible with the versatile USB-PD standard to reduce environmental impact.
Environmental Care and Initiatives

Versatile Functions Expand User's Workflow

Records a 4:2:2 10-bit color profile of up to LongGOP UHD 29.97p/25p (150 Mbps), or FHD 59.94p/50p (100 Mbps) with SD cards. Outputs 10-bit UHD 59.94p/50p images via HDMI.

RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS-compatible HD streaming enables distribution of relays for concerts, sports events, and news flashes to Facebook, YouTube, etc.
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Equipped with a REMOTE terminal (2.5-mm super mini jack) for remote operation of focus, zoom, REC start/stop, etc.
* A wired remote controller (commercially available) is required.

A network connection can be made by connecting a smartphone/tablet to a USB. Streaming using 5G smartphones is also possible via USB tethering.

46 functions can be allocated to the User Buttons. There are a total of 13 User Buttons: six on the body, and seven on the LCD Touch Panel. The O.I.S. and AE LEVEL buttons can also be used as User Buttons.

Functions and Designs that Support Professional Camera Work

1 Two Manual Rings

Two Manual Rings are provided, one for focusing and the other for zoom or iris operation. The use of the Manual Rings is improved by using different-sized rings in the front and rear, so they can be distinguished by the fingers.
Two Manual Rings

2 ND Filter

ND filters are built into the lens to suppress the amount of incident light. The filters can be selected (1/4, 1/16, 1/64, CLEAR) to match the shooting environment. This is handy for shooting at a slow shutter speed in bright daylight.
ND Filter

3 Dual Codec Recording*

Records images simultaneously in two different formats, such as Main (UHD/FHD) and Sub (FHD), etc. This achieves an efficient workflow.
* Only MOV/MP4 format is supported. To be added by firmware update.
Dual Codec Recording*

4 3.5-inch LCD with Touch Operation

The approx. 2,760-k dot LCD monitor has an RGB pixel structure for high legibility in bright light, and an electrostatic touch panel for easy menu selection. Simultaneous LCD/EVF output constantly displays the LCD monitor image whether the EVF is being viewed or not.
3.5-inch LCD with Touch Operation

5 USB Ethernet Connection

By connecting a commercially available USB ethernet adapter to the USB-C terminal, stable live streaming is possible via a wired connection.
USB Ethernet Connection

6 Simultaneous SDI/HDMI Output

Output of UHD 4:2:2 10-bit via HDMI and FHD 4:2:2 10-bit via SDI enable a variety of uses. The 3G-SDI output terminal (BNC connector, 5CFB) can be used to transmit FHD 1080/60p, 1080/50p signals through a coaxial cable over a distance of up to 100 m.
Simultaneous SDI/HDMI Output

7 Detachable Handle Unit

Easily detachable and equipped with a REC Button, Zoom Lever, 2-channel XLR Audio Input, LED Light, etc. Capable of full-scale audio recording with a professional mic.
Detachable Handle Unit

8 2-Channel XLR Audio Input Terminals

+48V Phantom Power Supply/MIC/LINE Selectable XLR Audio Input with Manual Volume is equipped for each of 2 channels. Also supports 24-bit high-resolution Linear PCM audio recording with a professional mic.
2-Channel XLR Audio Input Terminals

9 Built-in LED Video Light

The video light is extremely bright (70 lx at 1 meter) for reliable shooting in dimly lit places. The Dimming Dial on the handle can be used to easily dim the brightness.
Built-in LED Video Light

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Specs

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Size and Weight

Height
159mm
Width
129mm
Depth
267mm
Weight
850g

All values are approximate. The handle unit, lens hood and eye cup are included in the dimensions but microphone holder is excluded. The weight is for the body only and excludes the handle unit, lens hood, battery and eye cup.

  • 4K Recording4K Recording
  • Optical 24x ZoomOptical 24x Zoom
  • 25mm Wide-Angle25mm Wide-Angle
  • 4K High Precision AF4K High Precision AF
  • 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
  • Built-in Wi-FiBuilt-in Wi-Fi

4K 10-bit 60p Recording

Wide-Angle 25mm

Optical 24x, Face Detection AF/AE

HEVC 10bit Recording

Long Life Battery

XLR Input, SDI, USB PD

SENSOR SECTION

  • Image Sensor

    • 1/2.5-type (inch) MOS Sensor

  • Effective Pixels

    • 8.29 megapixels

LENS SECTION

  • F Value

    • F1.8 ― 4.0

  • Optical Zoom

    • 24x

  • Focal Length

    • 4.12 ― 98.9 mm

  • 35 mm Film Camera Equivalent

    • 25.0 ― 600.0 mm

  • Filter Diameter

    • 62 mm

  • Lens Brand

    • Panasonic Lens

CAMERA SECTION

  • Minimum Illumination

    • 1.5 lx (F1.8, Super Gain +, Shutter Speed 1/30 sec)

  • Focus

    • Auto / Manual

  • Zoom

    • i.Zoom OFF
      • 24x
    • i.Zoom ON
      • Max. 48x (UHD 32x)
    • Digital Zoom
      • 2x / 5x / 10x

  • ND Filter

    • Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64

  • IR Filter

    • Incorporates the ON/OFF control function

  • White Balance

    • Auto / ATW LOCK / 3200K / 5600K / VAR (2000K—15000K) / Ach Fixed / Bch Fixed

  • Shutter Speed

    • 59.94 Hz mode
      • 60i/60p: 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500,1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec
        30p: 1/30, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500,1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec
        24p: 1/24, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec
    • 50.00 Hz mode
      • 50i/50p: 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec
        25p: 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000 sec

  • Slow Shutter Speed

    • 59.94 Hz mode
      • 59.94i/59.94p: 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 sec
        29.97p: 1/8, 1/15 sec
        23.98p: 1/6, 1/12 sec
    • 50.00 Hz mode
      • 50i/50p: 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 sec
        25p: 1/6, 1/12 sec

  • Super Slow Recording Frame Rate

    • 59.94 Hz mode
      • FHD 120 fps (1/2 speed at 60p, 1/4 speed at 30p, 1/5 speed at 24p)
    • 50.00 Hz mode
      • FHD 100 fps (1/2 speed at 50p, 1/4 speed at 25p)

  • Iris

    • Auto / Manual

  • Image Stabiliser

    • Ball O.I.S., 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S. (UHD/FHD)

RECORDING SECTION

  • Recording Media

    • SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Up to 512GB), UHS-I compatible

  • Recording Format

    • MOV, MP4, AVCHD

  • Video Compression Method

    • MOV/MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile, H.265/MPEG-4 HEVC Main10 Profile
      AVCHD: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile

  • Audio Compression Method

    • MOV: LPCM, 48kHz/24bit, 2ch
      MP4: AAC, 48kHz/16bit, 2ch
      AVCHD: Dolby Audio, 48kHz/16bit, 2ch

  • 2-slot Function

    • Relay recording, simultaneous recording, background recording (MOV/MP4 FHD only), dual codec recording*
      *To be added by firmware update.

  • System Frequency

    • 59.94Hz / 50.00Hz

  • Recording / Playback Mode

    • MOV (HEVC)
      • [4:2:0 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC LongGOP 200M: Average 200Mbps (VBR)
        UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC LongGOP 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
        UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p HEVC LongGOP 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)
    • MOV
      • [4:2:0 8bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p 420 LongGOP 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)
        UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 420 LongGOP 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
        [4:2:2 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 422 LongGOP 150M: Average 150Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p ALL-I 200M: Average 200Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i ALL-I 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p ALL-I 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p 422 LongGOP100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i/29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 422 LongGOP 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR)
    • MP4 (HEVC)
      • [4:2:0 10bit] UHD 3840x2160 59.94p/50.00p HEVC LongGOP 100M: Average 100Mbps (VBR)
        UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p HEVC LongGOP 72M: Average 72Mbps (VBR)
    • MP4
      • [4:2:0 8bit] UHD 3840x2160 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p 420 LongGOP 72M: Average 72Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p/23.98p/59.94i*/50.00i* 420 LongGOP 50M: Average 50Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 59.94p*/50.00p* LongGOP 28M: Average 28Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 23.98p* LongGOP 24M: Average 24Mbps (VBR)
        FHD 1920x1080 29.97p*/25.00p* LongGOP 20M: Average 20Mbps (VBR)
        *To be added by firmware update.
    • AVCHD
      • [4:2:0 8bit] PS 1920x1080 59.94p/50.00p: Average 25Mbps (VBR)
        PH 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i/23.98p: Average 21Mbps (VBR)
        HA 1920x1080 59.94i/50.00i: Average 17Mbps (VBR)
        PM 1280x720 59.94p/50.00p: Average 8Mbps (VBR)
    • P2
      • —
    • P2 Proxy
      • —

DUAL CODEC SECTION *To be added by firmware update.

  • Recording Format

    • MOV/MP4

  • Video Compression Method

    • H.264/MPEG-4 AVC High Profile, 420LongGOP

  • Audio Compression Method

    • MOV:LPCM 48kHz/24bit 2ch, MP4:AAC 48kHz/16bit 2ch

  • Recording format

    • FHD 50Mbps
      • [Main recording] MOV: 2160-29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/420LongGOP
        [Sub recording] MOV: FHD 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/420LongGOP
    • FHD 8Mbps
      • [Main recording] MOV: 2160-29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/420LongGOP
        MOV: 1080-59.94p, 50.00p, 59.94i, 50.00/422LongGOP
        MOV: 1080-59.94p, 50.00p, 59.94i, 50.00i, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/422ALL-I
        MP4: 2160-29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/420LongGOP
        MP4: 1080-59.94p, 50.00p, 59.94i, 50.00i, 23.98p/420LongGOP
        [Sub recording] MOV: FHD/59.94p, 50.00p, 59.94i, 50.00i, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/420LongGOP
        MP4: FHD-59.94p, 50.00p, 59.94i, 50.00i, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p/420LongGOP
        * The file format and frame rate for sub recording is the same as for main recording.

LIVE STREAMING

  • Video Compression Format

    • H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile, High Profile
    • —

  • Video Resolution

    • 1920 x 1080 (FHD), 1280 x 720 (HD), 640 x 360, 320 x 180
    • —

  • Streaming Method

    • Unicast, Multicast
    • —

  • Frame Rate

    • System frequency = 59.94 Hz: 60 fps, 30 fps, 24fps
      System frequency = 50.00 Hz: 50 fps, 25 fps
    • —

  • Bit Rate

    • 24 Mbps, 20 Mbps, 16 Mbps, 14 Mbps, 8 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 4 Mbps, 3 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 1.5 Mbps, 1 Mbps, 0.7 Mbps, 0.5 Mbps
    • —

  • Audio Compression Format

    • AAC-LC: 48 kHz/16 bit 2ch
    • —

  • Network Protocol

    • RTSP/RTP/RTMP/RTMPS

NDI

  • —

STILL IMAGE SECTION

  • Recording Format

    • JPEG (DCF/Exif2.2)

  • Recording Image Size

    • Video Playback Mode: 3840 x 2160 (16:9), 1920 x 1080 (16:9), 1280 x 720 (16:9)
      * Only images cut from video in video playback mode are supported.

GENERAL SECTION

  • Power Supply

    • 7.28V (Battery) / 9.0V (DC IN)

  • Power Consumption

    • Recording: 19.8W, Charging: 15.5W

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    • Approx. 129 x 159 x 267 mm (5.1 x 6.3 x 10.5 inch) (including handle unit, lens hood, and eye cup, excluding microphone holder)

  • Weight

    • Body: approx. 0.85kg (1.88 lb) (body only, excluding handle unit, lens hood, battery, and eye cup)
      Shooting: approx. 1.5kg (3.31 lb) (including handle unit, lens hood, battery, and eye cup)

  • LCD Monitor (Electrostatic Touch Panel)

    • 3.5-inch Wide LCD monitor (About 2,760,000 dots)

  • Viewfinder

    • 0.39-inch Wide OLED EVF (About 2,360,000 dots), video display area: About 1,770,000 dots

  • Manual Ring

    • Focus / Zoom or Iris

  • Accessory Shoe

    • Yes

  • LED Video Light

    • Average Illumination
      • Approx. 70 lx (1.0m)
    • Irradiation Angle
      • Approx. 30°
    • Colour Temperature
      • Approx. 4600K

INTERFACE SECTION

  • Video

    • SDI OUT
      • BNC x 1, 0.8V[p-p], 75Ω, 3G/1.5G HD-SDI, supports time code output and SDI remote recording control
        Output format 4:2:2 10bit:
        1920x1080/59.94p LEVEL-A, 50.00p LEVEL-A, 59.94i, 50.00i, 29.97p, 29.97PsF, 25.00p, 25.00PsF, 23.98p, 23.98PsF
        1280x720/59.94p, 50.00p
    • HDMI
      • Type A x 1 (VIERA Link not supported), supports time code output and remote recording control
        Output format: 4:2:2 10bit:
        3840x2160/59.94p, 50.00p, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p
        1920x1080/59.94p, 50.00p, 59.94i, 50.00i, 29.97p, 25.00p, 23.98p
        1280x720/59.94p, 50.00p, 720x480/59.94p, 720x576/50.00p

  • Audio Input

    • Built-in Microphone
      • Stereo microphone
    • Microphone Input
      • 3.5mm stereo mini jack x 1
    • XLR Input
      • XLR (3 pins) x 2
        Input high impedance, LINE/MIC/MIC+48 V (switchable SW)
        LINE：+4dBu/0dBu (switchable menu)
        MIC: –40dBu/–50dBu/–60dBu (switchable menu)

  • Audio Output

    • SDI OUT
      • 2 ch (LPCM)
    • HDMI
      • 2 ch (LPCM)
    • Headphone
      • 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack x 1
    • Speaker
      • 15 mm diameter, round x 1

  • Other Input/Output

    • Camera Remote
      • 2.5mm diameter super mini jack x 1
    • USB
      • Type-C x 1, High-speed USB (USB2.0), HOST/DEVICE combined (switchable menu)
        HOST: Bus power supported (5V, 0.5A), USB tethering function, USB ethernet adaptor supported
        DEVICE: Mass storage function (read only)
    • DC IN
      • 9V/3A, USB Type-C x 1, USB-PD supported

Wi-Fi

  • Standard

    • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

  • Frequency

    • 2.4GHz/5GHz band

STANDARD ACCESSORY

  • AC Adaptor

    • —

  • AC Cable

    • —

  • Rechargeable Battery Pack

    • Yes (5,900mAh)

  • Handle Unit

    • Yes (detachable)

  • Battery Charger

    • —

  • IR Remote

    • —

  • HDMI Cable

    • —

  • USB Cable (C-C)

    • —

  • Microphone Holder

    • Yes

  • Microphone Holder Screws

    • Yes

  • Input Terminal Cap

    • —

  • Eye Cup

    • Yes

  • Lens Hood

    • Yes

  • Editing Software

    • —
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Accessories

Battery Pack / Battery Charger

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DMW-AC11

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Microphone

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Handle Unit

VW-HU1

Easily detachable handle unit for low angle shooting with XLR input and LED light

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