Finding a decent Camcorder in 2023? | Panasonic HC-V785 | Unboxing, Testing & Review

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  • Опубликовано: 27 май 2024
  • Today I will be unboxing, testing and reviewing the Panasonic Full HD Video Camera Camcorder, 20X Optical Zoom, 1/2.3 Inch BSI Sensor, HDR Capture, Wi-Fi Smartphone HC-V785 (Black). I hope you enjoy!
    Here's test a video at 1080p 60fps - • Can your iPhone do thi...
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    0:00​ - Intro
    0:12 - Unboxing & Inspection
    4:05 - power on & charging
    4:47 - Setup and tour of interface and settings
    7:05 - Video test
    7:55 - weight check
    8:10 - End
    music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
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Комментарии • 146

  • @OziSabah
    @OziSabah 6 месяцев назад +4

    No words, just action. Simple. Thank you.

  • @phil4986
    @phil4986 Год назад +17

    The HC-V785 is a very good camera. Expect to have to buy an auxiliary microphone if you do outside videos. You will need a fuzzy cover for that mic as well. Also, once the mic is plugged in, the lcd screen door will not close with the mic plugged in. The screen is just as bad as every other camcorder flip out screen in outdoor work. You will barely be able to see anything in bright sunlight. But that is common with any lcd screen on any camcorder. The only way to get around that is to get a camcorder with an eye viewfinder on the back of it, as well as the flip out screen, and that jacks up the price of the camcorder quite a bit. But if you just want to record some indoor stuff and some family fun outdoors., the Panasonic HC-V785 is a good camera that can be had on sale many places now. The thing is very well built too. It does not feel like a cheap piece of trash. The patch cable loads up to a computer fast as well if you don't want to rip out the SD chip after every recording which I actually recommend you don't, These SD chips are fragile. Best to just leave the chip in and use the patch cable if you can stand it. Good camera if you don't have one right now.

    • @MiaHessMusic
      @MiaHessMusic 5 месяцев назад +1

      YOu should do a a review and how to for RUclips. Great comment!

    • @Busy.batsman
      @Busy.batsman 4 месяца назад

      What is the battery backup please

  • @Playerguitarable
    @Playerguitarable 2 месяца назад +1

    Listen up....,the V785 is perfect for my application,specifically hi speed recording @ 60,120 and 240 frames per second,not too mention all at 1080HD.You see,I video document UAP activity in and around Chicago O'Hare airport. It has proven indispensable in my ongoing quest,and cured me of any skepticism. This camcorder is fantastic.

  • @domnfg
    @domnfg 9 месяцев назад +2

    I just bought one today. Came to RUclips to educate myself on this cam. Great video. However I did question my purchase when I saw the caption at 7:32

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  9 месяцев назад

      what do you use it for?

  • @WenzelStorch
    @WenzelStorch 11 месяцев назад +3

    how does ist compare to its predecessor V777? It looks almost the same and the specs are also quite the same. But there are 7 years in between. So what has improved?

  • @nextgenownage
    @nextgenownage 6 месяцев назад

    Bought the camera back in April and finally got to use it properly for our last two videos. Still trying to workout the brst settings for day and not ght as this camera.has so many features 😱

  • @rollforever_85
    @rollforever_85 8 месяцев назад +1

    love the music 💜

  • @TWGGOLF
    @TWGGOLF 7 месяцев назад +1

    Hi, i do RUclips golf. Currently filming with an iPhone, i desire the zoom to get my shots from far away. But im in between this model and the 4k version. My videos are 25+ min long so the 4k is scaring me on the rendering, space and time portion. Any suggestions would be great!

  • @BiduleProduction52
    @BiduleProduction52 9 месяцев назад

    ça m'a l'air pas mal tout ça j'espère m'en prendre un pour cette fin d'année !

  • @ELMcenter
    @ELMcenter 3 месяца назад +1

    Thank you! I know nothing at all about cameras, just need a new one for recording RUclips videos, and I wanted to know if I’d be able to get a blurry background with this one would. It looks like the answer is yes 😊

  • @tinaleanne8230
    @tinaleanne8230 Год назад +1

    Nice review. I have been doing vids from an iphone6 and is just Ok and looking to stop using a phone and upgrade to the next level with optical zoom.
    This one I think is a few levels up from what I need.
    Would you have a recommendation from your experiance?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      If you get it. I recommend getting the battery charger and extra batteries link in description. Since ur coming from a iphone 6 you'll see a big improvement.

  • @arkadiuszk.3898
    @arkadiuszk.3898 4 месяца назад +1

    Is it good one? Make samples in dark room

  • @piotryczek9114
    @piotryczek9114 8 месяцев назад

    Super video 💪😀👍👍👍

  • @BrettsCorner92
    @BrettsCorner92 10 месяцев назад +1

    no iso settings will iris do the same plus i am getting some grain inside but it is 100% better then sony 405 i returned

  • @rambiki
    @rambiki 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the review. I’m specifically looking for a camera to set up on a tripod and record surfing. A friend has the HCV180 and that has a wicked zoom and does an awesome job. The surf is probably about 200m from where I’d set up the camera. The HCV385 is still available in NZ and from what I can tell has similar zoom to the HCV180. The HCV180 Is no longer available. The V785 is still available too, I’m wondering what you think would be a better option? The 385 or the 785? Or the Sony I’ve seen you recommend in other comments?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  11 месяцев назад +3

      Get the v785 it's a little better than the Sony. Link in description for it

    • @CHAD-RYAN
      @CHAD-RYAN 6 месяцев назад

      Black friday deal!

  • @romisdesigner5856
    @romisdesigner5856 3 месяца назад

    How do I leave the date saved in the video, as it only stays on the screen, how can I fix the date in the saved video?

  • @romisdesigner5856
    @romisdesigner5856 4 месяца назад

    How do I add the date to the video and record it?

  • @BrendaLee36
    @BrendaLee36 2 месяца назад

    Hello! Just purchased the Panasonic HC-V785; purchased a SD 128GB extreme plus, which is compatible (I was told) however the camera states there’s Check card with a red flashing card with a slash through it….with the card inserted. Do I have the incorrect SD card?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  2 месяца назад

      make sure its inserted correctly then try formatting the card in the camera menu. if it still happening try a different card

  • @cr1m3s57
    @cr1m3s57 Год назад

    unfortunately i dont understand much about camcorders, i got a question, does the cam recognizes noises does it record also the noises or is it recording without noise the videos?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      Depends if someone is talking over the noise and how far away the source of the noise is. But most times it just automatically adjusts the volume of the mic if it's too loud

  • @gerardvinar
    @gerardvinar 3 месяца назад

    Hi there Dark master, I have a chance of buying this at a very good price off Ebay, but I am wondering if this will necessarily be an upgrade from the hc v380 which I currently own.... I like the idea of being able to plug in a mic too, but if that is the only advantage, then I'm not that sure that it would be a good purchase?
    Cheers mate 👍...

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  3 месяца назад

      Yes go ahead especially if u need the mic input

  • @airhead1430
    @airhead1430 3 месяца назад

    how do you use the ir camera mode

  • @28Channel282
    @28Channel282 Месяц назад

    Дуже гарний огляд дякую

  • @victoriascaffino
    @victoriascaffino 8 месяцев назад

    hello, i am considering this camara for online pilates classes shot indoors. Would you recommend?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  8 месяцев назад

      Yeah it can do that

  • @ngenomsquad5362
    @ngenomsquad5362 10 месяцев назад

    6:11 how to got 60p? I have WXF1, but, just 50p 😢

  • @I_like_science
    @I_like_science 11 месяцев назад

    Is the scroll wheel smooth when scrolling both ways ? I just gone and whenever I scroll up trying to move up in the manual menu I get a clicking noise with a bit of resistance. It’s completely smooth and quiet when going the opposite direction.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  11 месяцев назад

      I just checked mines. It's supposed to be smooth in both directions

    • @I_like_science
      @I_like_science 11 месяцев назад

      @@Darkmstr I see thank you for the response. I guess mine is defective 😔

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  11 месяцев назад +1

      @@I_like_science I hope u get it fixed

  • @ricardoflores7098
    @ricardoflores7098 Год назад

    Can you show how to save videos to your phone

  • @mikelreborn3254
    @mikelreborn3254 Месяц назад

    How is the iso for low light

  • @LEE90s
    @LEE90s 4 месяца назад

    Can it output live video via micro hdmi (example i am shooting one room and with hdmi cable connected to other room tv, they can see live)? Thanks

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  4 месяца назад +1

      Yes

    • @LEE90s
      @LEE90s 4 месяца назад

      @@Darkmstr thanks for you reply!

    • @davidberry9107
      @davidberry9107 Месяц назад

      @@Darkmstr is it clean HDMI?

  • @AaronSenior
    @AaronSenior 3 месяца назад

    Does it have night vision?

  • @BigSmokeGTA6
    @BigSmokeGTA6 6 месяцев назад

    Looks better than the Sony fdr ax53 if all you want is 1080p 60 , this camera looks like it has better colors and is a little wider as well .all for a cheaper price

  • @Fred-fr5zu
    @Fred-fr5zu 11 месяцев назад

    This is una camara absolutly good.... Igual el tiempo de metrologiuco..nubleado,
    nubla nieve o IIuvia....tambien...comienzo de la noche...el fotos y pelicula....BSI -
    Sensor regalar la Luz...plus una Lampara separado dentro en la noche...Qualidad
    de Panasonic Camcorder aqui...harmonisar con la Gente, con menos experencia...
    o conocimientos.... el microphono esta conzipiert poce abajo...no oido el viento,
    ejemplo el las practicas filmar de la mare... Quando yo soy por el mismo desicion,
    ...yo comprar el mismo modelo HC V 785....para mi perfecto...Gracias a Panasonic...

  • @liveheavyshows
    @liveheavyshows 10 месяцев назад

    Will be great to film a live show from about 45 meters, how about the internal mic for music? Thanks.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yes it should be great for that. The internal mic is good 5.1 surround sound.
      Sorry about my previous comment I thought u were asking about a different camera

    • @liveheavyshows
      @liveheavyshows 10 месяцев назад

      @@Darkmstr Thanks for reply so fast, new subscriber you have, have good day.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much

    • @liveheavyshows
      @liveheavyshows 10 месяцев назад

      @@Darkmstr I was thinking also for the Sony AX 53 with Carl Zeiss Zeiss but is 850 euros.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  10 месяцев назад

      amzn.to/3NOdhtj this? I say buy it if u got the money it's better but more expensive

  • @A123nto
    @A123nto 10 месяцев назад

    How is the sound quality of the inbuilt mic?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  10 месяцев назад +2

      Its good 5.1

  • @Lordp4700
    @Lordp4700 5 месяцев назад

    Good for filming long lense for skateboarding ?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  5 месяцев назад +1

      It would be good for that

  • @TheNwoLegend
    @TheNwoLegend Год назад

    I noticed that when i viewed the Sony cx 675 that it the quality changes compared to this panasonic.When this Panasonic records you can see no grain or blur when recording.Not many camcorders have good quality when it comes to recording.I want to get everyones comment on this.Should i get this camcorder or the Sony Cx 675.The recordings are different in quality.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      U can't find a new Sony HDRCX675 thou they aren't being made anymore cannon had some good camcorders for the price but they they aren't being made anymore too. If u can find the Sony camcorder buy it

  • @darlaandson6595
    @darlaandson6595 5 месяцев назад

    how's this camera going im thinking of getting this one

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  5 месяцев назад

      I still got it. it still works

  • @AVDRE
    @AVDRE Год назад +2

    not bad for the price

  • @QUANTEEZMO
    @QUANTEEZMO 11 месяцев назад

    basic question but what does the shoe adapter do

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  11 месяцев назад

      It gives u a hot shoe on ur camera so u can mount a better mic or mount a light on the camera itself

  • @kellydarrius
    @kellydarrius 8 месяцев назад

    Does the Micro HDMI carry audio? Or do I need to use the AUX output port?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  8 месяцев назад +3

      Yeah it carries audio

    • @kellydarrius
      @kellydarrius 8 месяцев назад

      @Darkmstr Thank you 👍

    • @davidberry9107
      @davidberry9107 Месяц назад

      Is the HDMI a clean feed or not? I want to go direct to a monitor

    • @kellydarrius
      @kellydarrius Месяц назад +1

      @@davidberry9107 Yes, it is a clean feed, but you have to change some settings on the camcorder for it to be fully clean.

    • @kellydarrius
      @kellydarrius Месяц назад +1

      @davidberry9107 Also, whenever you start/stop recording on the camcorder (even after you set the feed to a clean mode), a brief stop/start pop up will appear on the feed for a few seconds (I am not sure whether this pop up can be disabled).

  • @lindadlee9211
    @lindadlee9211 Месяц назад

    3 Questions:
    1) What is the longest recording time on the HC-V785? I do interviews that may be 1-2 hours long. Will I be able to do that with this camera?
    2) Can to transfer the video easily onto my computer using the USB cord? and are the files MP4 and easy to edit?
    3) Does the camera make a new file every time I stop & start the camera?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Месяц назад +1

      Yes and yes and yes

  • @akuu8349
    @akuu8349 8 месяцев назад

    Is 980 better?

  • @lpss1987
    @lpss1987 Месяц назад

    What about night shots? Like perhaps for ufos over the ocean?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Месяц назад

      its useable not that great thou

  • @darylgasper5482
    @darylgasper5482 9 месяцев назад

    Hi! can this be used as a webcam ?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  9 месяцев назад +1

      If u have a elgato yes for sure. But I'm not sure about over USB I'll check for u

  • @idkwhtname2choose
    @idkwhtname2choose 5 месяцев назад

    Should I get this or a cx560 Sony

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  5 месяцев назад

      If u don't need an external mic input on the camera then buy the sony

  • @kevrayo12
    @kevrayo12 Год назад

    So if you dont recommend on that price range. What would you recommend?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад +1

      This Sony cam. If u don't need mic input jack or fancy app controls
      amzn.to/41n45Cf

    • @flixqtt
      @flixqtt Год назад

      @@Darkmstr isnt the quality better with the panasonic

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      @@flixqtt yes and the Panasonic is better in low light

    • @flixqtt
      @flixqtt Год назад

      @@Darkmstr so which one should I get? I will mainly do plane spotting

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      @@flixqtt get the Panasonic. Also get the extra batteries and charger in the description. Or else you'll be stuck charging the battery on the camera

  • @Darkmstr
    @Darkmstr  Год назад +3

    Here's test a video at 1080p 60fps - ruclips.net/video/WcyKC_RTIOA/видео.html

    • @ekaterina5
      @ekaterina5 6 месяцев назад

      I have a question. Can it be connected to an android tablet? Is the wifi in it used for the purpose of connecting to different devices?

    • @ekaterina5
      @ekaterina5 6 месяцев назад

      I mean, if I want to download the videos from this camera to my android tablet.

  • @azumi5929
    @azumi5929 Год назад

    Can record 1080p 60 fps? Or is it 50 fps?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      Yes it can do 60

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/WcyKC_RTIOA/видео.html

  • @EastAngliaUK
    @EastAngliaUK 6 месяцев назад

    s23u is better but the battery goes down fast I have a panasonic ful hd 1080p it lasted the full trip the other month when I went to London and managed to film the video i needed. my s23u was on 10% when got back. the cam has 2 battery
    Yes I have a power bank for the phone but forgot it.

  • @myjourney4384
    @myjourney4384 7 месяцев назад

    Panasonic hc v385 has 50 optical zoom
    And this v785 has only 20 optical zoom,
    I am a train spotter so i need a good quality in zoom video, so which camcorder will be best for me? And if you will tell me to buy this v785 then why not v385??

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  7 месяцев назад +1

      Panasonic HC-V380K looks good on paper it definitely looks like it got better zoom. And if that's what u need u should get it. The main reason I got the 785 is because it has a mic input. The 380 ain't got that.

    • @myjourney4384
      @myjourney4384 7 месяцев назад

      @Darkmstr thanx for your reply, but i talked about 385

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  7 месяцев назад +1

      @@myjourney4384 is the same thing The 385 is the PAL version

    • @myjourney4384
      @myjourney4384 7 месяцев назад

      @@Darkmstr ok brother

    • @myjourney4384
      @myjourney4384 7 месяцев назад

      You mean to say that 385 zoom is only on paper but not good enough practically ? Please tell me frank, if we compare zoom quality of v385 and v785 together practically? Then who will win?

  • @Josh-ri7hy
    @Josh-ri7hy Год назад

    Please point the camera at something other than a plain white sheet when browsing the menu

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      I should've put it on its own separate tripod and do that sorry

  • @redsquarejay
    @redsquarejay 7 месяцев назад

    Malaysia seems to be good for biuld quality but ultimately its down to tooling and training.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  7 месяцев назад

      I still got it and it works

  • @LouisHamilton
    @LouisHamilton 4 месяца назад

    I have an SD card but its a 256 can I use that?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  4 месяца назад

      It should work

  • @wilmerhidalgo
    @wilmerhidalgo 4 месяца назад

    Clean hdmi output?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  4 месяца назад +1

      Yes but u have to disable the interface and stuff in the HDMI output settings

    • @wilmerhidalgo
      @wilmerhidalgo 4 месяца назад

      This or v800? Or its same

  • @YogiGcomedy
    @YogiGcomedy 10 месяцев назад

    Hi , i am a hobby stand up comedy artist. Mostly the performances happen in low light areas like bar or restaurant. I am shooting with my phone but in low light and zoom , the quality is ok to good . So looking for something in this range. (This one costs around 350 euro in Germany where I live now). My plan is to have something like this with a wireless microphone ( i will need microphone which has receiver as this has only 3.5mm jack). I liked when you zoomed to the tree and the quality remained the same. Would you recommend this one or any other camcorder or camera or compact camera for this particular use ?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  10 месяцев назад +1

      This would work for your use case. And this is the cheapest camcorder with a mic jack

    • @YogiGcomedy
      @YogiGcomedy 10 месяцев назад

      @@Darkmstr thanks !

  • @CHAD-RYAN
    @CHAD-RYAN 6 месяцев назад

    Mine didnt come with stickers on the side when i opened up the box

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  6 месяцев назад

      Is it used?

    • @CHAD-RYAN
      @CHAD-RYAN 6 месяцев назад

      @@Darkmstr no i bought it from amazon black friday. Looked unopen, perfect. Im not worried about it, i like it a lot.

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  6 месяцев назад

      @@CHAD-RYAN probably that's how it's shipping now

  • @RevZeeshanSadiq
    @RevZeeshanSadiq Год назад

    Can we make photos with it

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      Yes on top next to the zoom is a dedicated photo button

  • @peetvader478
    @peetvader478 4 месяца назад

    Is this better than any iPhone camera ?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  4 месяца назад +1

      For video yes especially if u gotta zoom far

  • @kumarupendra6231
    @kumarupendra6231 10 месяцев назад

    Camera ka price kitna please reply kijiye

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  10 месяцев назад

      Link on description it's about $500 US thou

  • @Wenzo404
    @Wenzo404 Год назад

    would you say for 400 euro its worth it?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      If you need a mic input and all the fancy features yes it's worth it. If you just want a good camcorder with optical zoom get this Sony cam then amzn.to/41n45Cf

  • @amitgupta6815
    @amitgupta6815 Год назад

    Can we record in 1080p 60fps

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      Yes

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/WcyKC_RTIOA/видео.html

    • @amitgupta6815
      @amitgupta6815 Год назад

      @@Darkmstr how??

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      @@amitgupta6815 in the recording settings frame rate

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      @@amitgupta6815 6:10 in the video where it has the 60p option

  • @DigitalDawg
    @DigitalDawg 6 месяцев назад

    Narration would be nice.

  • @user-bs6xb8zi9j
    @user-bs6xb8zi9j Год назад +1

    В чём разница с HC-V 770

    • @newengines
      @newengines 9 месяцев назад

      Карта памяти SDXC на V785 может использоваться объёмом до 128 ГБ, в V770 до 64 ГБ. Я думаю, что это основное отличие.

  • @marcse7en
    @marcse7en 8 месяцев назад +2

    In 44 years of using consumer electronics, I don't think I've EVER seen a user manual in colour!
    EDIT: Incidentally, I don't like being told I must be "respectful!" ... Civility can be expected, naturally, but respect cannot be demanded; it has to be earned! I find many people are unworthy of respect! And, people are OFTEN uncivil towards me!
    What's with the gloves? At the risk of being "disrespectful," they look a little "odd."
    A descriptive commentary would be preferable to pointless music, but along with the gloves, I suppose it's your channel's USP?

  • @mightmushswanseajack
    @mightmushswanseajack 5 месяцев назад +1

    Is this a mental health channel? Just wondering.

  • @ezzzyt
    @ezzzyt Год назад

    It's 2023 just use your iphone

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад +10

      iPhone don't have optical zoom lol

    • @justhaydz
      @justhaydz Год назад +2

      @@Darkmstr especially not that good

    • @ryankiss4585
      @ryankiss4585 Год назад +1

      What camcorder would you recommend a first time dad? Videos around the house, the beach, soccer games, etc……? Easy of use but still good quality video?

    • @Darkmstr
      @Darkmstr  Год назад

      @@ryankiss4585 this Sony one amzn.to/3DV9Xsp

    • @tinaleanne8230
      @tinaleanne8230 Год назад +1

      "Just use your phone" from someone that has no clue. If it were that simple cameras like this would not exist.