Affordable YouTuber Gear - Panasonic HC-V100 review - Does it Suck?

[@DaveInNH]

This is the best review I've seen done. Thanks, Blunty. Panasonic should thank you, too, because I think you may have sold a camera for them.

[@MinakoMarioFan]

Still an amazing camcorder in 2023 imo, amazing quality still. Aged like fine wine.

[@Riviner]

Your way of reviewing is just excellent! Leaps and bounds better than vast mass of them. You've turned many into buying and you should be noticed for it. KEEP IT UP!

[@zenden02]

I am going to buy this tomorrow - your reviewing style is by the far the best i have seen - great mix of information with good personality - thanks so much for this :)

[@hereticNick]

Nice review. You know how to deliver information. Thanks. I'm so sick of finding videos of people unboxing their camera and expecting me to find it informative.

[@francinelewis9527]

new to recorders, so I would truly like to thank you for a job well done.

[@BluntyTV]

This was a borrowed review unit, it went back before I got the stabilisers in. But yes it should work OK on the syl3000

[@Xtrategah]

And just a few hours ago I started searching for a camera to start shooting some videos. Search is over, thanks for the review, Blunty.

[@Defshep]

Your review is the best I've seen, regarding this camera. Bought it, based heavily on your recommendation. Thanks for covering all of the important stuff! Panasonic should send you a check...

[@raaislifeadventures]

Thank you so much for making this video! I loved how you showed how it works as well as talked about how it works for you, flaws and all. I'm getting this camcorder in a day or two. Super excited!

[@Drachenfang]

Thanks for the review. I had been on the fence about a good camera for my basic youtube aspirations and your info was most helpful in relieving the angst of picking 'the right' camera.

[@captnfrost]

Nice video Blunty! You are quite charasmatic.!! Ive already bought this camera but want to watch more of your videos anyway. Ive spent a while researching budget cameras and this one does do well.

[@GoldenGirlTV]

What a wonderful review Blunty, great job!! thank you so much I am looking for a budget friendly camera and your review answered all my questions about the panasonic! and thank you for the lovely images of Sydney!! I miss Australia a lot!

[@creepertube]

Great Job! Thanks a lot for this video! Go on with that, the internet needs people like you, which are sharing content with great value!

[@bopedersen123]

blunty3000. kudos to you. you are one of the best revewers here on youtube. i like that du take the time to get to know the product and has a neutral view on it. sorry the bad english.

[@AlexErika]

Awesome video, I have had this camera for a year and love it even more now. You taught me 3 things about my camera that I did not know! :)

[@OlOleander]

I do believe that's going on my shopping list! I'm new into the whole documenting and video editing scene, so this'll be a perfect tool for learning, if this review is anything to judge by. Thanks for a clear, thorough, and very informational review on a piece of equipment I'd otherwise have missed. Stay classy, Blunty.

[@JapanJohnny2012]

They're going for around $200 at Yodobashi camera stores here in Japan - am very tempted. Really enjoyed this informative and entertaining clip.

[@IasKev]

I don't even plan on buying anything you have on your channel, I'm just here because I like hearing you talk. In a not-creepy way, it's just entertaining, I swear.

[@cadmiumpureland]

Thank you for the camcorder review. I like all of your camera & camcorder reviews; They are the best among others! Hope u can post more of such reviews in future.

[@norbertn.5052]

Thank you bunches....amazing review......one of the best in fact on any product I have seen on youtube....keep up your superior work....cheers mate!!!!

[@Indydi]

Best camera review I've seen on KZbin, or pretty much anywhere, for that matter! Thanks much for your time and trouble! Going to go Google it now and hunt for the best price...

[@IanHollis]

I've been trying to decide on a new, inexpensive camera for a while now, and after seeing this review am totally sold on this one!

[@Bobthesub]

Im weighing up the pros and cons of a few budget end cameras and found my way here, excellent review, very helpful :)

[@MyAwesomeNexus]

just bought this camera for 160 £ great deal and thanks for the awesome review blunty :)

[@Jowell809Channel]

Great review, this really has helped mi decide on buying this one and also like the top comment said, this is how you make a review not just showing a video about unboxing it. That doesn't help. Thank you for this video :)

[@VonArnach63]

WOW you are good!!! I like the way you explain everything. I am a 'where is the on/off button client' to most equipment, but you manage to get me stay focused ;-) Keep up the good work! With kind regards, Erik

[@MrZ1TA]

Mate i have NO interest in cameras (i couldn't care less to be honest) but i watch all your videos because you do EXCELLENT reviews. Keep up the good work Aussie :)

[@sjkopite94]

I can't recall ever watching a review before this where the product in question was referred to as "this little bugger" - I loved it though! One of the best reviews I've seen. As for 'the little bugger', I would probably only use it indoors for recording vlogs and music covers with a separate microphone so it looks like it'll do the job fine. Cheers Blunty :)

[@D0Mirandaa]

I found this camera in one of the drawers at home today, without a charger. After watching this video I will definitely try to find the charger, a camera over 10 years old is perfect for capturing family moments!

[@chrisg347]

Thank you Blunty, it's great to see you reviewing more affordable gear.

[@TheDivideUK]

I always watch you videos if im going to purchase a new camera etc. great detail and cover of every aspect of the product. thanks!

[@AussieMark909]

Great detailed review. Told me everything to confirm this is the unit to replace my now dead current camcorder. Thanks Blunty.

[@laurajanedale]

Great review! I think this is the camera I'm getting for Christmas and I'll be using it for travelling. It seems like a pretty good find, so thank you!

[@ruxirux]

I totaly agree with you. This is such a good way of reviewing! What is the point of just unboxing a thing? I want to see it at work and want to hear some comments on how it works, I don't want to see with what it comes in the box

[@welme23]

What about the small screen when outdoors? My camera doesn´t show what I´m recording all that well when the sun is out so I have to review everything later. I was wondering if this camera is better in that regard.

[@LennertBakker]

Finally a proper review! Thanks!

[@94HPS]

This is the best review of anything on the whole of youtube!

[@whipthedog]

I am thinking of getting one as a dash cam. I currently have a Contour Roam but the 170 degree view is way too wide.

[@MagnumTriumph]

the v500 records in 1080x50p - eliminating the editing problem great review

[@Micky.Michael.88]

GREAT REVIEW!!!! I just ought one and it is my first ever besides using phones but I am sick n tired of phones! They suck!! I think I will practice with this nifty little newb tube and pick up some skills then perhaps sell it on and upgrade in 6 months or so. I was not expecting any review quite like this -- though it is your profession / hobby it seems but thank you it was a great help! I got mine for £90 by the way ;-) This had the best reviews on amazon out of all the cams in this price range

[@PopsCoffee]

Great review. Thanks for putting so much work into it.

[@lexaladydangerxo]

When importing the footage I filmed on the HC-V100 to my laptop, I noticed it was a .m2ts format, which isn't recognised or compatible with Windows Movie Maker/Media Player etc. How can I change this, as I need to edit my footage? :/

[@OnechanbaraWii]

Hello B @8:33 all the cages. I was wanting to Know are they holding pets and how many floors up did those strings of cages go? Thanks Nate.

[@theaussiegeek]

WOW just go to part where you did the inside light test again and the stereo of you moving left to right is very clear.

[@StormchaserKnight]

Thank you for this review! I've been looking at this camera, and contemplating whether or not to get it. More reviews on "budget cameras" would be great! :)

[@sonotley]

Did you test the 540p iFrame mode. Apparently this mode uses 28Mbps compared to 17 in 1080i so it is far less compressed albeit lower res.

[@zuditaka]

Does that viewfinder wing-thing on the side swivel around completely, so it can be used as a monitor to work to for watching one's gestures and body language when presenting a video? I suppose if it does it means the wire is always being spun around, subject to stress, and could eventually loosen up the contacts inside? Great video review, anyhow. ;)

[@HDhack3r]

Just got one after watching your review! I love it! Will post a test video/review soon

[@WNxArrakis]

As a lefty, does the screen's display rotate if one holds the camera upside down?

[@g00gl]

I love your reviews.the best on KZbin.

[@leetghostdriver]

is it just me or when your doing the comparison with the iphone at ~ 7:58 the fence looks more white on the iphone side, yet 3 seconds later a similar shot shows the panasonic with the white fence, in the vid you say the i phone spits out a "warmer" image so i am guessing the white is from the panasonic (and yes i know i am probably nitpicking your vid)

[@HadoVV]

Great review! Your video approved my decision to buy this camera.

[@SomebodyPickaName]

Thank you Blunty for the excellent review.

[@docdecker]

Does anyone know how well this camera shoots fireworks at night?

[@Omg_imsoawesome]

I've the Panasonic HC-V100 and it's GREAT!!! So glad I've bought it.

[@airsoftboi1104]

great review. i may buy one so i can switch from my iphone 4 video camera. i just wish it had an external mic jack so i can plug in a mic to do vlogs with friends. one question though, do they make a remote to be able to record and pause and all that good stuff instead of being behind the camera to press the buttons? if so, then i am sold on it

[@xsjad0man]

so theres no option for 24fps? at 1080p? how would this hold up with a gopro hero 2?

[@TimovdHout]

is there a possibility to put a fisheye lens on it?

[@Snuggly33]

Man I want one, your reviews are perfect!

[@PhinioxGlade]

I was given an $8000 Sony EX1R at work other day, was wowed by it but now not so much. The HC-V100 appears to handle the camera moving and I can't get the EX1R to not look like shit when panning.

[@MEGARANA]

Does it have manual focus?

[@baka_energy]

one of the most helpful reviews, thx, have an abo!

[@segaamusements2881]

Good review, I've just bought this to replace my Panasonic MiniDV Tape camcorder after years of faithful service the head drum has finally seen better days, these digital camcorders are very nice, going from 30x optical zoom on my old minidv to 42x is amazing, plus mini dv res was tiny compared to this new one.

[@daddytech]

i LOVE that you are a camera nerd that's largely the reason i watch most of your videos, the video is great on this but the mic's sound a bit tiny out doors. so it tells me that it picks up ambient noise. seems though that this is the only real down side to this cam. wondering if there is another option that is better with audio for just a little more greenery lifted from your wallet. I have the same clubish meat hands issue lol makes making fine adjustments while shooting a little tricky too

[@golllc]

Hey Blunty. Have you tried using this camera (which is so light and small) on one of the stabilizers that you reviewed, the Syl-3000? Because I'm thinking about getting both, but I'm not sure if a really light camera will work with a stabilizer at all. Thanks dude and awesome review!

[@rml695]

I like this - I'm wondering if you will be getting in the Canon VIXIA HF R400? That's the main one I'm looking at while cross shopping.

[@MRPyroGaming]

would this be could for a indie film

[@evieho1]

does the view finder turn all the way around. so if you were recording yourself could you see what your doing?

[@Truthfulnerd]

Sounds like a good secondary camera to back up my 600D. Great review mate.

[@prathapgangiredla]

nice review, very helpful. i came across this kind of review after a very long time. thank u

[@A297MAN104]

Excellent, Useful and informativ Video......Can you recommend a reasonably priced Editing programme for PC that can deal with the AVCHD format. The writer programme that came with the CamCorder is basically just that...with a very average editing programme that makes it impossible to use due to the 'jerky' movement of the Video playback......regards....Dave

[@ebeneezagood]

amazing review !! the most comprehensive and informative one I could find, and believe me I have tried....... one question tho...... I know the battery can last 2+ hrs....but, how long does it take to charge back up ? many thanks.... gr8 job

[@estebanisswimming]

thanks blunty. what a clear review!!

[@StonedWandererAZ]

What's with the camera rave in the background at 4:30?

[@EssexGayBoi]

Great Review & very informative. I've had mine for a little over 4 months & to say am super impressed with what it can do is a master piece of understatement & its more than paid for itself!!

[@videostarts]

could you tell me if this camera has external mic input

[@LouisLikesSleeping]

Can I attach a microphone on my camera another way?

[@LovingTheGameplay]

Great review bud. have you had chance to rate the Panasonic V210? I'm considering buying one for youtubing and Green Screen work, but not sure.

[@Aisonas]

Hello Blunty, really nice review I really enjoyed it ! I never got bored. Actually this is the 3rd time I watch it! At the 7 th minute by the sunrise it looks like a time interval capture. Did you shoot that with the Panasonic and how ? Thanks!

[@piljeon8993]

Thanks Blunty. I wish that you make more reviews on good products.

[@LUKEMAN0711]

You had a timelapse shot in this vid, does this camera have this feature??

[@Fe7ip3]

Excellent review! I have a question though, can I control that macro mode you mentioned while recording? Because one very annoying thing that I've found in many cameras is that you actually can't control that when you already pressed the red button and have to stick to the previously set up focus mode. Thanks so much for this, it's really helpfull

[@mylittleponytrooperx]

Just brought this camera off Amazon for £139.99, it hasn't arrived yet but just want to know if you have to buy the memory card separate? Thank you very much for this review it's been great to watch! I'd also like to know what it's like 'action' wise? In my case it will mostly be used filming me and my friends horse riding for my channel, do you think its a good camera for that?

[@KaBe88NL]

Everywhere i look i see the PANASONIC HC-V110 not the V100.. Is it better or do i need to get the V100?

[@CombuskenKid]

can u change recording resolution and if so how? thanks.

[@Hailz4free]

Thanks for this review man, it helped me a lot!

[@Carnage818]

What type of starter gear would you recommend for someone who is trying to get into the film/ tv industry? I have thought about getting the ipad 2 because it has a good camera from what I have heard from reviews and it also have a movie editor that does look better than my current windows movie maker. Do you think that would be the best choice starting out?

[@ThatDudeSirraj]

Great review. Looking to add a spare camera to my arsenal. Seems this might replace my primary cam

[@lady2step1]

Helpful Does the flip out screen revolve?

[@ATTI0822]

It hasn't got external mic input.

[@volkswagenginetta]

my dad bought this camera 2 years ago (not sure if its this model number probably not) and it is great. it was 70 bucks and its really user friendly.

[@FifthScaleRCLife]

dos it do 720p 60fps mate ? i cant find info about any were

[@FeaolPlay]

First off thanks for the great review, you just reaffirmed everything I also found when testing it. I purchased this as a cheap P&S for my mother's travels and I'm so glad I did. Currently selling for NZD$448 which is extremely good value. One question though, do you have the samples mixed for the 4S & the V100 at 7:53? lol

[@YourTrulyFriend]

Hi! Nice review! Can you upload the original files unedited somewhere to see it's best quality? :)

[@MrVulcanator]

Is there a difference between the V100k and V100? Or are some people just forgetting the K?

[@evilutionist]

An excellent piece of kit for the price too IMHO thanks Nate!

[@TheUnleetGamer]

Good review, and I was about to buy... but I need NTSC frame rate, as I overlay on gaming footage (which always records at 29.97 fps)

[@EliotJohnson]

I use this little camera. Works pretty well and takes some pretty good still pictures.

[@Super1Duper2Mega3]

Is this recorder worth it as of 2013? Or do you think there are better ones out there for around the same price?