Panasonic CX10 Revealed with New Footage Shot with the AG-CX10

Announced as part of a trio of pro camcorders, Panasonic recently debuted the CX10 at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show. We were lucky to get our hands on it for review and enjoyed this feature full and easy to use camcorder that produces some fantastic images.
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[@Sanddesert]

Impressive! Dedicated camcorders can have great practical benefits compared to the hybrid dslr's and mirrorless cameras used by most film and doc makers today. Would love to see a comparison with this camera to for example a canon Eos R in terms of image quality, comparing dynamic range, colors, low light performance and sharpness. Does this device have an hdr mode?

[@phildoodler2199]

It's all compromise. Yes, this has numerous bells and whistles, but the sensor 1/2.5 is same size as many bridge cameras. Gopro 1/2.3 for comparison.

[@eyeballbilly]

Amazing little camera. Could be the surprise of 2020.

[@ropeyarn]

I'd like to see examples of using the camera for event shooting. Every camera looks good in outdoor light nowadays.

[@gravitymediapro]

It was one of three cameras on our channel for a live stream event last week.

[@ronaldevans425]

3G SDI is only 1080HD, if you want UHD need to go to 6G SDI for 30P or 12G SDI for 60P

[@artistjoh]

A couple of years ago Sony was the way to go with the AX53 and AX100/700 NX80 series, but the momentum has swung back to Panasonic with the VX1 matching the AX53 in most things, and beating it in low light and price, and this camera matching and beating the NX80 with the light and two rings. Although I would save a bit of money and ge HC-X2000 which is a very similar camera. Panasonic has always had an advantage in the ability to easily use external power bank batteries for longer recording away from a wall socket (Sony has a proprietary socket that prevents this), and I am liking their lenses.

[@alejoromero]

Im falling in love with this camera. I only wish it had a bigger sensor.

[@BattleCow]

3:30 to 04:10 i was shocked at how visible the noise pattern is. This is like the Canon 7D mark I, only vertical lines instead of horizontal.

[@maisonmallninja]

SDI 4K output: The manual states that the provided SDI out is 3G SDI, meaning the maximum resolution you can push is 1080/59.94p. The bandwidth of the connector doesn't allow for any more. SDI devices that provide UHD or Cinema 4K resolutions at 30 or 60p require 6 or 12G SDI interfaces, respectively

[@glevideo]

It appears to have super charged chroma. It needs to be toned down quite a bit especially skin tones in those sunset scenes.

[@Klausjp.ontheroadagain]

you got that right , I am still thinking a 1 inch sensor is better, like canon xf 400 even if I do not get 10 bit

[@thepulse3465]

Looked like there was a lot of smoke in the air, thus the intense red sunset.

[@Shauntvng]

I just cant wait to lay my hand on it , I am saving for this great camera

[@kwsdigitalpictures]

Great job on this video! Footage looked great!

[@IndieShooter]

Kevin Slay thanks!!!

[@JamesPhillipsOfficial]

I love it, It's good enough to make a professional movie, some of those images look better than reality. I'm super impressed

[@raksh9]

I think Albert Maysles would have had a great time with this camera. It looks so useful for verité doc work.

[@jimmarks1727]

Agreed.. and with cine D it will intercut nice with an S1H, what profile did you film your test in?

[@adipop]

looks like an amazing little camcorder !!! sure thing i want it

[@gusfaraon]

Great review! we want to see more features of these new camcorders!

[@raksh9]

If only they made a camera with a 1 inch sensor, same form factor and features. Doesn't have to have the same zoom range, but a bright aperture with wide angle FoV would be really useful. I'd use the heck out of that.

[@csamd9049]

the picture here is not worse at first glance than in cameras with a 1 inch sensor

[@raksh9]

@@csamd9049 It's the depth of field control and dynamic range I'm interested in. Even the Panasonic LX10 pocket camera can create reasonable subject separation with its 1 inch sensor and f2.8 aperture at 70mm equivalent.

[@csamd9049]

@@raksh9 by what I saw, but so far there is little video from the new cameras, but so far the impression is that the image quality is much better than in cameras such as the Panasonic LX10-15, FZ1000-2500, despite the smaller sensor. But the depth of field here will not be small, only slight blurring is possible without the use of large focal lengths.

[@raksh9]

@@csamd9049 I will be very watchful for video samples from this camera. I'm just wary of being able to get some reasonable depth of field control. If the video quality is as good as, say, a GH5 with a very stopped down lens, it could be worth looking at.

[@misionesuno]

Hi. How to make a white balance on this model of camera?

[@rb5235]

Should have been at least a 1" sensor not a 1/2.5 in a video camera in this category ($2600.00) in 2019 or 2020. But being it has 3G-SDI it may be not so bad b/c SDI will run about $500 more in a video camera of the same model. Still blows my mind that people don't get what a real video camera brings to the table. Yo a video camera is 10x better than a DSLR when using it for the job it was made for...

[@robertcarpenter2824]

Ronald. I have the Sony RX-10iv. I am disgusted with the narrow depth o field. may be great for Hollywood look but is a nightmare for nature (birds etc). I am so looking forward to getting rid of the RX 10 because of depth of field and focus (horrible) problems (in video mode). Focus is a horrible nightmare with sony rx10 in video. i hope this new panasonic will solve that problem. i agree on what a video cam brings to the table my old Canon HX-V30 is so much better in zoom (ease in ease out) variable speed, focus etc tha n the sony. Rob

[@kalkydra]

Great review, would you go for this one instead of the Sony PXZ-Z90 or the HXR-NX80? If so, why? Thanks for the feedback, cheers!

[@converterspros3603]

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[@KaneAndPia]

Does the footage look extremely oversaturated given it's not graded? 4:04

[@livemusicreportscustommusi4245]

Yes, I was thinking same

[@IndieShooter]

Kane and Pia Muehlenbeck it’s not shot in log

[@kenross6028]

You guys do realize this was shot during the golden hour. It is very common for any camera to produce overly saturated colors under those conditions. Using MWB can clear that up if so desired, but some people shoot for that kind of look.

[@FigleyCreative]

Footage looks great...I think i would enjoy using this camera for all kinds of things. Awesome live streaming capabilities. From what I understand (correct me if I am wrong) this has its own IP address so you can live stream directly to KZbin. Would be so fun to take on my hikes and film wildlife. Perfect for run and gun documenting or even mockumenting!

[@thomaskalladan4065]

A good review of the video camera. I bought it to do live video streaming of church services due to the Corona Virus pandemic. There is an easy way of putting the URL of streaming but I could not figure it out yet.

[@hmcchurch]

Hi

[@hmcchurch]

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[@hmcchurch]

Ur from which place

[@whoyoum]

Thanx for great video! What is the bit rate when recording in 4K 60p 4:2:2 internally and from HDMI? Does tracking and stabilization works in 4K 60p 4:2:2? Also how smooth is the zoom rocker? In some cameras it is hard to get good slow zoom because it will accelerate at the start. Thank you!

[@TheFandangovideoguy]

I want to like this camera...so many functions but the actual footage is just ok...I'm not expecting to compete with my C100 mk2 but I need a camera that can give me MUCH better footage in 1080p than my old Canon XF300...would getting this AG-CX10 give me a massive upgrade over my old cameras? Just wondering...Thanks!

[@AeroSuite360]

Great video! I am curious to know how comfortable it feels when hand held, especially when reaching up to operate the zoom rocker. It look's like a bit of a stretch to the rocker (but hard to really tell in a video) I shoot almost everything by hand in run and gun situations, so I need to operate the zoom rocker easily and with precise control. Any info will help. Thanks!

[@livemusicreportscustommusi4245]

Why only 1/2 inch sensor? Sony cameras for same cost and even much less cost have 1 inch sensors... Can this thing really compare to the image quality? I love my Sony cameras and feel like I can never go back to a smaller sensor... Your test images are good but don't appear to hold up to what I get from my Sony HXR NX 100... Which granted it doesn't shoot 4k but is only $1,500... And for the same price as this camera you can get something with a 1 inch sensor that does shoot 4k...Please advise

[@charbax]

4K60 even HLG (HDR) 10bit 4:2:0 internally..

[@FredHKelley]

Thanks for the video. Did you notice any fan noise?

[@IndieShooter]

Fred Kelley absolutely none

[@SteveBurk]

How do you get videos to upload on computer? I put memory card into computer, yet computer doesn't notice the files, but camera does. So annoying

[@zankye]

what tripod did you use for the shooting?

[@headshotheroes2618]

Thanks for the Review.. Question.. how's Changing the Batteries in this Camera on a Tripod. Do I Have to take Off the Camera off the Tripod to Change the Batteries? Or is it ok to leave it attached to the Tripod? Also Does this Camcorder have a Shoulder Strap or Something.

[@piperbob2]

I have a 10 year old HD Panasonic camcorder which is great: I just transfer the SD card from the camcorder to my Panasonic Blu-Ray recorder and can record the footage onto a Blu-Ray recordable disc. I have not invested in a 4K TV, nor a 4K camcorder, because Panasonic has still not produced a 4K Ultra Blu-Ray recorder. Does anyone know if/when this might happen ?

[@jkagoso]

They'll never think of streaming media and flash drive instead it the future...

[@videocasetteTV]

Excellent tutorial, kindly may you create in depth review for the panasonic p2 aj - px270 camera

[@IndieShooter]

Ahmed Mandour I’ll sure try!!

[@AW-go1tf]

Nice work. Thanks. Agreed that the massive zoom range and parfocal qualities are good value. It held up pretty well in low light. What options does it have for video settings? Is it a carry over from previous gen models like the HC-X1000? Does it have a log option, a Cine setting options? What settings did you use? I get that you didn't grade in post.

[@ZoneTelevision]

Camera really cooks the images. I'd adjust to a flat video profile. Otherwise looks like a lot of camera for the money.

[@MaxmaLED]

Intended to buy Panasonic's vdo camera for OB. But friends in the group working LIVE. warned that the contrast of Panasonic is inferior to SONY which makes the picture very different. Since I bought 3 of them. I'm very hesitant.

[@SteveBurk]

when i zoom with this, the image loses the brightness. HOw can I correct that? I don't want to have to be riding the the gain or shutter speed.

[@Baldcafe]

You can’t. The f stop changes as you zoom in. 1.8 when not zoomed and I think 4.5 when fully zoomed I think. So 4.5 less light is being let in Aka looks darker

[@Baldcafe]

I’m sure you solved it since this is an old comment though but I felt bad no one replied to you before

[@louielambretta389]

how does it look so good

[@MaheshWalatara]

Does this have a mic in the main body?

[@IndieShooter]

Mahesh Walatara yes

[@robertcarpenter2824]

why publish in 1080 when it shoots 4k. that's like showing off your new Ferrari but never going over 60MPH.

[@jacopoabbruscato9271]

The vast majority of people who watch on youtube don't have 4k screens anyway

[@realisateurmea6422]

Does it have the Vlog profile? Or any other type of log ?

[@varneyjohnson]

thank u

[@jeffkardosjr.3825]

Ooh! Similar feel to the AG-HVX200.

[@LetsGoOutdoors]

Can you shoot in wet weather with this?

[@AeroSuite360]

Will you answer PM on Instagram? Sent one but haven't received a reply. Realize you probably get hundreds and might be hard to answer all or it could take awhile... Hope I hear from you. Was looking forward to a very brief chat regarding this camera's compatibility with my specific application. Always good to get real life answers in addition to talking to a manufacture rep. Thanks!

[@dannycalley7777]

I.S. …………..I am a old videographer, had 3 chip S VHS Supercam Panasonic 12 yrs ago ! want to get back in ???? using on line ,Im torn between DSLRs and what seems to something I know, video cameras Quick suggestion ??????? your footage was tremendous ,with great audio signed LOST !!!!!!!!!

[@gfinnstrom]

great video however FYI you bell system has been disabled yt excuse of possible content for children to see

[@tedz2000]

Can u rack focus with this and what is the video codec output

[@jacopoabbruscato9271]

HEVC codec or LongGOP, I think manual focus is possible but don't know about the focus throw

[@GearZenChannel]

C100 called and wants its top handle back.

[@livemusicreportscustommusi4245]

Did you get paid for this? Or did they they give you the camera in trade for saying good things about it... Please advise

[@IndieShooter]

Stock_Custom_Media no

[@pintutrivedi6812]

No picture Profile setting

[@Speak_Out_and_Remove_All_Doubt]

Where on Earth are the AX53 & VX1 successor? The 4K60 camcorders for

[@FightCollective]

The small 1/2.5 sensor is off putting.

[@csamd9049]

so what if the camera has a 1 / 2.5 sensor? The image on it is much better than 1 inch photo camera

[@FightCollective]

@@csamd9049 Better than which 1 inch DSLR camera? All of them?!? At this price range a 1 inch sensor isn't asking to much... even my old Panasonic HC X920's and 900's (released in 2012) have a 1/2.3 sensor, the next size up from the 1/2.5 I'm surprised, even just for marketing reasons, they didn't put a 1inch sensor in the CX 10 (or even a 1/2.3 sensor). The Black Magic Pocket 4K has a 4/3 sensor and that is cheaper than the CX10 by about a grand! Other than for streaming and shooting live this cam doesn't warrant the price.

[@csamd9049]

@@FightCollective kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYmVfZVme9t9b68 pay attention to 8 minutes 15 seconds and at 8 minutes 19 seconds a frame from the Panasonic x1000 camera, where the sensor size is 1 / 2.3 pay attention to clothes how huge the difference in the image. And also in my opinion, the image quality is superior to cameras even with a 1 inch sensor, while there are few videos and it's too early to judge, but the previous model with a 1 / 2.3 sensor is inferior. Also do not forget about other advantages of a small sensor in the form of stabilization and focusing.

[@neffster6784]

@@FightCollective Try shooting a soccer match on a BMPCC4K. I have, and it's not fun. Cameras like this make it really easy. Different tools for different jobs.

[@FightCollective]

@@neffster6784 I shoot fight events on Panasonic hc x920's (I have three of them. These are from 2013 when they were launched). That's why I'm looking at the CX10, to replace my aging HCX 920's. But fight events tend to be in indoor, low light settings. I wouldn't trust the CX10's 1/2.5 sensor for low light conditions that I shoot in... not at that price anyway! I wouldn't use a BMPCC for shooting a sport event, not unless I was just after clips for a promo vid. I use a Panasonic FZ 2000 for this. Like you said 'different tools for different jobs' but at the price I would never splash out over £2000 on a camcorder with a 1/2.5 sensor... not when there are Canon Legria's for half that price lol.

[@srikanakadurgaartscreation3724]

Super

[@waqatbirdsinformationabdul8132]

Good

[@thebeatsmith6594]

why do all the people have that reddish hue?

[@thepulse3465]

Lots of smoke in the air, thus the red sunset.

[@santastibhena6075]

DSLRS for Photography whereas Camcorders for video making

[@pubgking4766]

Sar mai ek new camera liya hai Ag - cx 7 Panasonic 4K sar mai menu settings karna chahta hu par mujhe samajh nahi aa raha hai kya aap bata sakte hai And slow mosan karna please sar My whatsapp number 9118604355

[@danieljaek]

Daniel Jaek

[@jamangarmeghanathi195]

Rs.

[@thewalkingvloggingman7152]

Everybody looks RED, you need to turn down the saturation.

[@soundstructuremedia]

ITS OKAY.... MY NX5U IS STILL STANDING....

[@RJfriends4444]

Osm

[@Leprutz]

I do not get the camera industry. Camcorders are amazing yet so very low possibilities for creative work. No interchangeable lenses. No shallow depth of field. No 120 fps, but they do have amazing optical zooms that are worth a ton amzaing built in stabalization and amazing autofocus. No hunting what so ever like the dslr and mirorless ones. I just don't get why such differencies.

[@Leprutz]

@@jummi4495 I am not talking just about that camera, but in general. Camcorders, are cameras... the DSLR and Mirorless ones are actually photography cameras and the surpass camcorders for shooting film. How is this even possible?

[@jacopoabbruscato9271]

You can't have the cake and eat it too. The amazing optical zooms and stabilization are possible because the lens is built into the body, it's a different design entirely from a detachable lens. You get longer recording times, no overheating and more performing autofocus precisely because the sensor is smaller and thus doesn't strain the components as much, you lose the shallow depth of field but that's a trade-off most professionals are comfortable with.

[@ngenomsquad5362]

🤤🤤🤤

[@frankiedogturner1516]

Wow! This thing has to sell along side the JVC lineup and this one seems to be the same camera without the capability and the image quality or the sound quality of the JVC cameras. Add to that this this one is basically nearly twice the price and the question is "who would buy it and pay that much for an inferior produce?" See the JVC GY HM170 and the others in the range for $1500 or less.

[@kenross6028]

No 4K60p from the JVC, only 4K30p. Also no 4:2:2 out. Panasonic stabilization is better as is the AF. Thus some pretty significant differences between the two

[@Cam-pt9ex]

Whats the best camcorder out there

[@livemusicreportscustommusi4245]

Go Sony... I love mine

[@mohdyousufmdyousuf7872]

Good 👏🌺🌹😍👌

[@Aviciiz]

Pretty poor image quality if you ask me. Highlight rollof looks like its shot on a phone

[@soundstructuremedia]

NOBODY WANTS TO STAY INDOORS....

[@AntonIoanMaria]

Sony NX80 is much better. Isn’t it? .. there are no focus problems because everything is clear there’s absolutely no depth of field. It’s like shooting with the iPhone

[@guysofly4315]

Can u livestream with sony?

[@dr.shtirkov]

A great set of features but the picture quality looks like it was shot with a 5 year old smartphone. Too bad, at first glance, it looked attractive.

[@TheChakwow]

Overuse of Amazing.

[@PSORIK]

шикарная...жаль матрица днинская, но в целом всё очень даже

[@jean-gabrielclermont-tonne2475]

The Cam has an 1/2.5 Minisensor. This was up to date 10 years ago ! Pana. go home.... ;((

[@csamd9049]

so what if the camera has a 1 / 2.5 sensor? The image on it is much better than 1 inch photo camera

[@ganeshhumagain7054]

@@csamd9049 11111111111111

[@alifamin9524]

white balance.... UGHHHH

[@rickbogan4631]

Sorry, I found most of the footage (specially magic hour) pretty ugly. Blown out highlights, white balance looks way off (totally too red, skin tones look atrocious). The slow motion looks a lot better. I have seen other video shot with this camera and they look nothing like this. They actually are stunning!

[@IndieShooter]

Rick Bogan lol!

[@giantasparagus]

Damn I want one but these shots are so horrid

[@DuffTV]

Mate this was all handheld on the run. What do you expect?

[@fuglbird]

I hate that loud lousy music

[@vhateg]

Who would buy this? Old people? Small sensor and fixed lens are not a good conbo.

[@jeffkardosjr.3825]

@@jummi4495 I used a similar Panasonic camera from a golf cart. It is quick and easy to handle on the move.

[@mortenbolarsen]

STOP zooming in and out all the time - it ruin the fottage

[@IndieShooter]

Morten Bo Larsen 🤔 the point is to show the accuracy of the auto focus with the zoom.

[@TaystTheNotes]

@@IndieShooter and well done at that!

[@DaddyJamesFilms]

$2,000 price tag HELL TO THE F NO!!!!!!! no real videographer will waste of time with this crap 👎👎👎👎what a waste of money..

[@sonydigitalstudio9790]

cx350 is good

[@sonydigitalstudio9790]

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