Panasonic AG-DVX200 Hands-on Review

[@ConstantXplorer]

I've often been a fan of Panasonic's cameras. They're versatile, simple to use and pretty darn rugged. I've had my PV-GS300 DVC cam since 2006 and it hasn't failed me yet. I'm also a fan of Canons and a couple of Sony cams. Although Sony can sometimes be a bit unnecessarily complicated, especially when using them on the fly.

[@osvaldoumana4494]

how is the sound? will it work for a concert? do i need a different michrophone? any ideas???

[@SeanWhitcomb]

When mounting a .3X fisheye lens on this camera, i cannot get the picture in focus. What is the work around to fix this issue?

[@rubenflores3291]

Is this good for outdoor soccer and how can I share the videos to other parents after?

[@notoriusc]

I bought a DVX100b back in the day and I love it but it soon was obsolete due to physical media and as much as I want to go back to it I think the price point is a bit too high for a fixed lens camcorder but that's just me!

[@dalestokes2789]

So for indoor studio lowlight conditions...DVX200 or Sony Z150?

[@pap0618]

I had the DVX100 in Nov 2002. Used it until 2014. Loving the HD version.

[@caseykittel]

at 1:28 is the image stabilization on? I'm noticing shaking.

[@AANasseh]

I've been super interested in this camera. Maybe you can answer this, how's the face recognition autofocus on this camera? I'm interested in taking it in the woods, set it on the tripod, stand in front of it, and do a V-log! I can't do that with my GH4 as it will drop focus and hunts all the time. I want something with a reliable autofocus for this exact use. Currently, my Canon 80D is the only camera I can count on to do this (my A7R2 is great for this too but doesn't have a fully articulating screen to check for composition!) So, will this camera have easy ergonomics? Does it have a remote control wireless record trigger? Thanks for your answer. Again, main use is self shooting without a camera operator.

[@videomaker]

+RealWorld Endo Thank you for your comment. we cant speak to your exact situation. But when using the auto-focus it wasn't noteworthy either-way. Not great, not bad. Unfortunately the camera is out of our hands now, otherwise we would be able to give you better information. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching.

[@keswickrogers]

+RealWorld Endo Auto focus is very good with this camera and can be very customized.

[@AANasseh]

+Christopher Ashworth Thank you Christopher! But my question is more specific about it not hunting during autofocus with face recognition for Vlog and self filming of a talking head. Have you tried that and it works better than the GH4, where I've found it to be unpredictable?

[@danieldougan269]

I'd love to see a direct successor to the AG-AF100 that is essentially a GH6 in a camcorder form factor. The BGH1 is a box camera, not a true camcorder. Most problematically, it doesn't have built-in ND filters. The JVC GY-LS300 is closer to that idea, and it has the advantage of a Super 35 sensor, but it's only an 8-bit camera. Oh, and throw in some phase-detect autofocus.

[@puddytat62]

Looks like some shots look like they are LOG setting of some kind. Just watched the back end of the video so not sure you mentioned that. This camera looks ideal for event stuff although pretty decent low light. You have had this almost a year now so what is your take after all that time?

[@videomaker]

Yes, some was shot in VLog. Unfortunately we had to return the camera after the review, so we don't have any future insight. Best!

[@courtneywaller]

Do you know how to clear the display of information when playing the clips back? I can't find anywhere in the menu display panel that allows you to watch the clips back via thumbnail with a clear view so that you don't have any information written on the screen!

[@EssentialRC]

Look at the Buttons or Tips video on PanasonicProVideo channel by Barry Green. Sure I saw it could be done with a button assignment.

[@scorpionsunday9483]

can it be used for live youtube feeds?

[@videomaker]

most cameras can, but not by them selfs. This camera is too old to do it on its own.

[@scorpionsunday9483]

@@videomaker is that a yes or no?

[@reticulan5]

I'd like something like this but with a faster lens (F 2.8) on the long end of the zoom. Plus to record to P2 cards instead of SD cards. Icing on the cake would be to have the option to record Apple Pro Res HQ

[@video2000ification]

Sony just released the NX200 which might have a constant 2.8 but has consumer codecs

[@jeremywallace9494]

I want to like this camcorder because it looks so cool... but rented it and realized it wasn't the best for weddings and interviews. Wish I was an ENG shooter!

[@buffkapital]

Sorry to hear that. I've had mine for a few years now and I've shot lots of projects including weddings. Imagine quality, audio control, low performance, image stabilization, and overall reliability have been superb. The only issue I've had is size amd weight. My arm gets a little tired after a few hours but I guess that's the price you pay for a 4/3 sensor size on a fixed lenses camcorder.

[@Raptor3400]

00:25 this dude is looking mighty suspicious. Might want to see what he just dumped in the river....

[@gykin9064]

for real tho..

[@siar1462]

Must investigate further

[@LazoVideosHD]

Do you recommend this camera for busy wedding videographer?

[@videomaker]

yeah, the only thing that may or may not be an issue is the zoom range is much shorter than one-inch-sensor fixed-lens cameras. Best!

[@SonicOrbStudios]

I wish it gave a better shallow DOF like the DSLRs

[@diazfilms]

When the DVX100 came out it allowed many filmmakers to create great short films. How is this camera not good for filmmaking?

[@videomaker]

+EL Carlos Diaz its not that its not good for filmmaking, any camera when put in the right hands can be good for filmmaking. Its rather, you wont be able to be as deliberate with your DOF as you can be with a detachable lens camera. Thanks for watching!

[@legendp2011]

a lot has changed since then. you can pick up an a7s ii with sony 24-70mm f4 for less. (obviously this is the better run and gun camera, but you get my point)

[@ChristopherAshworthpage]

In Canada its gone up and is around $7000 CDN. Its a great camera that's getting tons of extra features with firmware updates.

[@kinglemuelpodcast]

Where can I find these updates?

Does anyone know if this camera could record UHD 50p to both card simultanously?

[@jarencollins]

What is the strip light behind you?

[@videomaker]

Kino Flo Celeb 400 LED

[@connoravila5332]

Can you review sony a6000? Specifically for video

[@videomaker]

+Connor Avila we do have a review up for the a6300. its doubtful that we will get in its predecessor for review. Thanks for watching.

[@modrisklingenbergs]

Thanx! Lumix fz300 owner...

[@erikals]

$4000 - so not today... :)

[@idtvmedia]

But it has 8 bit only and 4:2.0 - which is not accepted by broadcasters in Europe....

[@danhorne1513]

External 10 bit 4:2:2

[@johnslater8998]

You don't need a larger sensor for depth of field control. You need a faster lens. Geez.

[@lionelfrenchface]

Seems too flat. Looks like it may have loads of room for grading though.

[@videomaker]

+Lionel Hemmerle Most of the shots were Shot in VLog, so yes, lots or room for grading. Thanks for watching!

[@duquettemedia8924]

Yeah much more color

[@info-on-scubadiving]

The images look flat and grey to me.

[@videomaker]

+infoonscubadiving Thank you for your comment. All of the Trees had no leaves yet, so yes it appears grey. Look at the shots with more color, it was the subject, not the camera. Thanks for watching!

[@info-on-scubadiving]

+Videomaker Thanks for the reply - I did go back again but still maintain that the image is flat and grey - looking at the shot around 1min 37s the whole landscape lacks something - what preset was it recorded at?

[@videomaker]

+infoonscubadiving it was all shot in Vlog, so the lack of color could be our choice of color grading.

[@duquettemedia8924]

so grey

[@videomaker]

+colton duquette Thank you for your comment. All of the Trees had no leaves yet, so yes it appears grey. Look at the shots with more color, it was the subject, not the camera. Thanks for watching!

[@GAdKIUYToNok]

Первый!!!!!!!