Panasonic V770 / V777 - Accessories (Original sunshade!) - PLUS: Comparison to V750 / V757!

[@waynemorris2002]

Thank you for posting this video. I desperately needed a hood for my new V770!

[@blacknight73107]

did the hood really work on the V770 ?

[@sanctidebellum]

Thank you so much been looking for these accessories.

[@cosybeluga]

I just got one of these as a cheap dedicated filming device (don't like filling up my phone). THANK YOU!

[@SullyCortez]

absolutely love your reviews, yet another good one. Thanks! Bought the Benro H10 and even the S8 based off your reviews and I couldn't be happier (yes I know their limitations but I have worked around them perfectly.) great work!

[@AustrianGeek]

+Sully Cortez Thx for the kind words - Good to hear that the videos are helping. ^^

[@shinesongerald8878]

Mate what is the lens hood size for hc-v 785

[@AustrianGeek]

Filter diameter is 49 mm. Have a nice day. LG

[@shinesongerald8878]

@@AustrianGeek another quick question mate, actually panasonic hc -v 785 records in fhd 1080p could it shoot 720p too ,and can i adjust the frame rates ??

[@AustrianGeek]

​@@shinesongerald8878 Yep. It shoots in 720P with 25P with 9MBits in VBR / MP4 Mode. But I would go for the 28 or 50MBit 1080P mode (and re-encode it later to 720P if you need a smaller file size). You get better image quality that way (and you can choose later on according your needs). PLUS: SD cards are cheap nowadays. You don´t need to save too much on the SD card space ^^. According the framerates: Sadly 1080P (in the better MPT4 mode) is always in 50P - So with 50 frames per second. Only the 720P mode is running with 25P. Hope that helps ^^. LG

[@tonhermans622]

Thanks, smart info :)

[@yeevisuals5924]

The tip about using an external battery is a great one to share. I also hook up to a battery bank and can video for hours and I’m only limited by the size of the memory chip. The original battery and OEMs are way too expensive and short on time. Losing the power on a shoot is so frustrating, so I value the USB power cord feature of Panasonic camcorders. And thanks for informing us about the sun shade and audio, and the various add on options. This was the perfect video covering much of what I wanted to learn about higher end Panasonic camcorders without going into 4K models. Looking forward to seeing test footage with this camcorder.

[@lalljp]

I went to 13:47 and there's absolutely nothing about timestamps. Oh you meant the times you listed. I was hoping to see how this camera does timestamps because the manual doesn't say

[@AustrianGeek]

Nope. No time marks / "burnt in" timestamps. Thats (badly) only available in the more expensive models nowadays ...

[@lalljp]

I discovered that if you record as AVCHD some kind of timecode down to minutes is stored as subtitles. So when I play in MPC-BE I get the timestamp overlaid which is perfect. It even works for timelapse videos

[@CommentaryMan]

Hi, Great tutorial! The original sunshade!? Where can i buy that from the internet?? By the way I am from the UK! Many Thanks

[@AustrianGeek]

Well - I got it from the official Panasonic replacement support. It´s called SKY0602. For UK parts / delivery go to: www.pas-europe.com/ -> Click on "4K camcorder" -> Click on "HC-VX870EB" for example. Then you can see the replacement parts below. It´s listed as "LENS HOOD UNIT SYK0602" for £11.36 each. ^^

[@CommentaryMan]

Thanks so much man! So helpful and I have now found it!

[@AlexSchultz816]

Vielen Dank für die tollen Hinweise in diesem Video. Die Gegenlichtblende ist mittlerweile etwas teurer, (26,99€), aber ich habe sie trotzdem gleich dazu bestellt. Da schloss sich aber direkt ein Problem an: Gibt es eine Tasche, die das Gerät mit der Blende vernünftig aufnimmt? Bisher finde ich nur Modelle, die exakt auf die Maße der Kamera zugeschnitten sind. Wie im Video erwähnt, wäre es nervig und unnötig, die Blende immer wieder abzunehmen. Und idealerweise möchte man vielleicht auch ein (kleines) externes Mikro angebracht lassen.

[@AustrianGeek]

Hmm. Naja. Taschen sind so ne sache. Die werden natürlich für die Modelle angegeben (exkl. Blende). Ist aber leider auch bei Camcordern der Fall, wo die Blende von Haus aus mit dabei ist. Allgemein würde ich empfehlen mit den Abmessungen inkl. Blende auf die Suche zu gehen (normal sind ja doch meist auch die Innen-Abmessungen der Taschen angegeben. Oder einfach mal die lokalen Geschäfte aufsuchen und ein paar Taschen ausprobieren (ist wie bei Gewand - Direkt von einem selbst ausprobiert passt es dann meist am besten ^^). Bez. dem externen Mikro: Würde ich davon abraten es montiert zu lassen. Die meisten sind nämlich entkoppelt und diese Entkoppelung würde dann darunter leiden. Transportiere das Mirko meist in einer extra Tasche oder in einem extra Fach (falls noch eines frei ist). So ist zwar immer noch etwas Belastung auf der Aufhängung. Aber bei weitem nicht so stark wie wenn man es auf dem Camcorder bzw. der Kamera montiert lassen würde. Nebenbei wäre es montiert zu sperrig für den Transport. Da würde viel Platz "drauf gehen" bei kleineren Taschen. Einzig wenn die Aufteiler der Tasche sich gut positionieren lassen, dann könnte es sich vielleicht ausgehen, dass man das Mikro auch montiert lassen kann. Aber da sind die Chancen (leider) recht gering dass man etwas 100%tig passendes findet ^^. LG

[@muolhoicablenetwork]

How do you get lens hood

[@AustrianGeek]

There is for example the international replacements parts shop (and for the US I guess): panasonic.encompass.com/item/10293413/Panasonic/SYK0602/ - BUT: It seems like they don´t send under 200 dollars internationally. For India I would check out that site and search for a nearby service center (select digital AV and your location): www.panasonic.com/in/support/service-center-locator.html and try to ask if they can order it for you. You pay a few bucks more at those local stores - But those service points should be able to order it. Or just order it here - They have one pcs left: ebay.to/2m5emUz (27 dollars incl. shipment = 1934 rupies). Its taking some time to ship but at least its cheap ^^.

[@nr3rful]

Link please to the power bank. Can't find it.

[@AustrianGeek]

Hello there. Its just a cheap one from Amazon: amzn.to/2Ztky9K - You can go for every other power bank with 2A (or higher) 5V Output (the linked and in the video shown one offer 2.1A Output). You don´t need a super big one as the V770 / V777 is not consuming that much power (the original DC adapter uses 1.8A at 5 Volts). Just go for one which fits your needs and which you can also use for other devices in everyday situations. Or go for one, which is quite easy to mount to a tripod / which has a small bag included which you can hang from a tripod for example. Or which you can velco easily to a shoulder rig / your actual setup. Hope that helps to decide - Best wishes from Austria ^^.

[@pyroboynh7011]

Can you film and charge the camera at the same time?

[@AustrianGeek]

Hi there. I am sure to be honest, if its also charging the battery (as I don´t have the camcorder anymore). But IF its also charing the battery, it will be doing it very slowly (the DC adapter outputs around 9W of power and the camera consumes around 6 to 7W - So there is a maximum of 3W left for charging). I always used the internal battery as a "buffer" in case the external power faded / skipped. And the battery levels held up (so I guess the battery at least doesn´t get drained and it even held the charging level by powering the battery). Hope that helps. LG

[@pyroboynh7011]

@@AustrianGeek super thanks 👍🏼

[@waynethompson3886]

Hi, can you show a video showing how to fit the sun shade onto the Panasonic V770 Model, because Panasonic says it does not fit. Thanks

[@AustrianGeek]

Hmm. Actually I don´t have one of the Panasonic V / VX / VXF models here, to show you the mounting process in a video - Sorry. But it´s possible / working flawlessly (you can see it fitted on the V770 camcorder through the whole video) - Btw.: I also used the V770 in this shape for quite a while without any problems. So I know that it works for sure. Panasonic just doesn´t list the V770 / V777 models as officially compatible to the sunshade, because it´s not an original accessory (which you normaly get within the package for example). But as the body is the same, the lens is the same and also the sensor size is the same, it´s usable without any problems also on the V770 / V777 models (and also the V750 / V757 - Same there). ^^

[@waynethompson3886]

Ok thanks, I shall order one before the model & shade accessory get discontinued. Thanks for your help, and your accessory review video was very good.

[@AustrianGeek]

Thx for the kind words. NORMALLY it should be still available for a longer period. I also tried one of the replacement sunshades I still have lying around on the new Panasonic VX981 / VX980 - Also fits like a glove. 1:1 still the same sunshade. So it should be still in their lineup of replacement parts for a while (as the VX981 / VX980 is quite new on the market) ^^.

[@waynethompson3886]

I havent bought the V770 yet I was going to order it today, however for a £100 more I can buy the PANASONIC HC-VX870. This model has 4k SHOOTING AND COMES WITH THE SUN SHADE HOOD IN THE BOX. So I think I will spend the extra and get this model.

[@AustrianGeek]

Sure - Also an option. But (if you didn´t buy the VX870 aleady): Also check out the used prices of the newer VX981 model. It´s offering basically the same features - But adds 24P options to the 4K and 1080P recording modes. Sometimes thats quite nice (especially in 1080P mode), if you´re filming in darker situations. The VX870 only offers 60P in 1080P mode for example. And for that (higher frame) mode, you need more light to get a good image - As there are more frames per second recorded (with each frame getting less light). So you´re getting a better image of the VX981 in darker scenes (at least if you use it with the 24P mode) ^^. If you plan to shoot in 4K only, it´s not that important though ^^. Have fun shooting!

[@bw_pyro2557]

die Gegenlichtblende SYK0602 passt schon auf die Panasonic HC-v777 drauf das stimmt , aber wenn man sie einmal berührt fällt sie sofort ab , sie sitzt viel zu locker auf dem Gewinde . Nach einer drehung des Spannrads der Blende ist schluss

[@AustrianGeek]

Hmm. Das ist aber eigentlich normal. Auch bei den größeren Modellen von Panasonic bei denen die Blende bereits inkludiert ist, lässt sich jene nur so montieren - Bzw. auch dort sind nicht mehr Umdrehungen möglich. Ich selbst hatte übrigens keinerlei Probleme damit (dass die Blende abfällt). Man muss aber auch darauf achten, dass man sie immer gerade und mit etwas Vorsicht auf das Gewinde schraubt - Ich hoffe, das Gewinde ist bei Ihnen noch nicht beschädigt (die Blende verwendet ja das Frontfilter-Gewinde des Camcorders welches leider ebenfalls nur aus Plastik ist).

[@Revontulet2010]

Great camcorder for the price!

[@Skeylo]

Nichts gegen dein Englisch, aber ich hab sofort gemerkt, dass du deutschsprachig bist. :D Gruß!! ;)

[@mikeb4656]

I've been looking all over the internet for the SKY0602 sun shade with no luck. I'm in the US, any suggestions where I can find this sun shade?? Thanks for a great review on the accessories.

[@mikeb4656]

Never mind, I found it. The part number is SYK0602 and not SKY.

[@AustrianGeek]

Woups. Sorry. Said it wrong in the video (and it was also wrong in the description). Thx for the hint. Changed it (and added a hint in the video). Have fun shooting!

[@RasmusKite]

What's the difference between the v777 and the v770. They are priced the same in Denmark...

[@AustrianGeek]

They are the same - Just different naming ^^.

[@Dubsicle]

Panasonic site says : it won't fit the HCV-770 ..... what i do? buy?

[@Dubsicle]

Well .... i ordered it :) hope it will fit and must thank you so much bro .... never would've known about this sunshade!! big respect and love bro !! ;)

[@AustrianGeek]

It fits for sure ^^. They just don´t list it for the V770, because it´s not an "official" accessory. Btw.: The shade also fits on the newer models (VX980 anf VXF990). Tried it already. So you can also keep it and use it with the newer models too. Have fun shooting (!)

[@Dubsicle]

Sweet bro :D .. just ordered it and im so happy with this shade ;) ... looks so badass&professional and it has a function :) ... now wait and buy a Stereo external mic for my fireworks video's :D thanks again, my brother ... danke sehr fur die info ;)

[@AustrianGeek]

Good to hear that you´re happy with it! Have fun shooting. ^^

[@Dubsicle]

Still not arrived :( I hope tomorrow ... i ordered it @ Panasonic.nl site :) so must come tomorrow .. thanks again bruder .. ;) top !

[@rickyvazquez6979]

hi there, Just want to make sure that I am not looking at the wrong camera. The 770 and 777 do not come with a manual Focus ring but yours seems to have one or is that part of the sun hood?

[@AustrianGeek]

I am sorry to say that - But it´s just the sunshade (mounting ring). The smaller panasonics always only offer the tiny control ring at the side (which you can also push to change different settings). Btw.: If you plan to shoot something which isn´t moving, you can also make a "push AF". Just switch on the AF for a short period of time and switch back to MF (in the touch screen menu). That way the camera focuses to the right point (and it´s then staying there as soon as you switch back to MF / manual focus). Though: MF is not really necessary that often. Only in low contrast scenes (when the AF struggles to catch the focus point). Otherwise the camera recognises faces for example nicely - But also the focus depth is quite huge (because of the small sensor). So not THAT much of a need for manual focus. On 1" devices its more important (Sony CX900/AX100 for example). Though skip on the AX100 - It´s completely oversharpened (for no reason) - And you cannot control the sharpness internally. The CX900 is good though. Just mentioning it, if you plan to upgrade to a 4K model in the future ^^. LG

[@headspace69]

I got so hype hearing the v770 can run off of an external battery. I just happened to have bought same battery a few yrs ago. Butni have a new reason to keep it in my camera kit. Thanks

[@alejandrovargas9002]

Hello there. just making sure. so the sun hood fits the 770 right?? I'm about to order one

[@AustrianGeek]

Yes. The V777 and V770 models are 1:1 the same. (Just different location codes according PAL / NTSC ^^.)

[@alejandrovargas9002]

Alright. Thanks a lot!!

[@lifebeware]

How do you remove the flash shoes. It doesn't come out once insert

[@AustrianGeek]

Oh. Sorry. Oversaw your question: It´s removable with the latch at the side of the camcorder. It´s sitting under the display (on the top left corner beside the control buttons). You need to pull / push down the trigger with the down arrow on it (and pull out the flash-show adapter at the same time). Hope that helps / works. Have a nice day. ^^ LG

[@maurizjomaurizio7131]

HI Geek Can u tell me where did U get this lens hood? :)

[@AustrianGeek]

You can only get it from the Panasonic replacement parts support. I bought it from the german one. Where are you located? Maybe I can send you my last one at the list price which is around 15 bucks or so (its just lying around anyways ^^) - Just in case you are located somewhere within europe / central europe. LG

[@donalm7874]

Can you shoot at 24 fps on the 770. Thanks.

[@AustrianGeek]

No. Only 60 and 30P (and 30P only in the smaller resolutions). I used the PAL version (so with 50 and 25P) - And I also missed 24P and 25P (in 1080). Especially for low light shots - Or if you have to sync to another camera with 24P output. The newer Panasonic models are supporting 24P btw. But they are also signifficantly more expensive ...

[@TheDamagindirector]

In regards to your power bank option for external battery life,, will this work with Panasonic Hc-vx 970 model as welll please....

[@AustrianGeek]

As long as you use the supplied USB to DC cable - Sure. Though: I would suggest that you go for a power bank with an battery status LCD. The one in the video only comes with 4 LED indicators - And that´s just not precise enough (as its literally a 25% jump in battery status for each LED). Btw.: Also use the small included battery as a backup - That way you can still continue to shoot (even though the battery bank is empty or runs empty) ^^. Have fun shooting! LG

[@TheDamagindirector]

@@AustrianGeek Thanks for that Mr Geek 😍 I wrote and asked Panasonic, they gave thumbs down, about not to use unofficial accessories, with out any advice upon the actual powerbank, aspect. Idiots !

[@Burlion]

i have v770 - were did you get sun shades or hood for this cam!? Im searching all internet! :(((

[@AustrianGeek]

+Bur_lion I got it from the Panasonic replacement-parts support. (As the sunshade isn´t available as an accessory over the normal dealers.) Just contact your local Panasonic replacement-parts support center. (And tell them, that your sunshade broke or so and you need a new one for your VX870 for example. ^^)

[@Burlion]

AustrianGeek I doubt that there is something similar in Russia. But the order in the US or Canada - it's not on the one hand the problem. $ 16 - a funny money. But the delivery to Russia of $ 40, this is a robbery. Nevertheless thank you.

[@RasmusKite]

Can you compare it to the TM900. I'm considering an upgrade from the tm900 to the v770 or v777.... Will this be an upgrade or should I stick with the tm900

[@AustrianGeek]

Sorry. But I don´t have the TM900 here for a comparison. Just an V707 - Which is even older. Overall the V770 / V777 is quite ok and good for a 1080P camcorder. BUT I didn´t like a few points about it. So I upgraded to the VXF990 / VXF999 model (got it for just 450 bucks as a b stock from a dealer ^^). Why the VXF990/999: 4K is nice to have, SD card slot is mounted sideways unter the LCD screen (and not at the bottom of the body which is sometimes quite annoying), it offers an integrated flash-shoe (so theres no need for the plug-in adapter form the back) - PLUS: It offers a viewfinder and headphone out sideways (and not under the LCD screen). The 4K image is also quite nice - At least if you dial down the sharpness to -1. Just don´t oversee in general (and thats true for both - V770/770 and VXF990/999: The older models (like the V707/727 or your TM900) are built more robust. The newer models are quite "plasticky". So try out the models if possible before buying them. I also had to modify my VXF990 to get a more stable mount to use it on my gimbal. The older models are also out of plastic - But they are coming with thicker walls / just more material. Btw.: I would go for the VXF990/999 if you can find a used one at a bargain. It´s worth every cent over the V770/V777. Btw.: Also supports 24P and constant / all time slow motion (no need to press the slow motion button on the screen all the time like on the V770/V777. Hope that helps ^^.

[@AustrianGeek]

Btw. - To summarise: I would save for the VXF990/999 (a used one). ^^

[@RasmusKite]

Thanks a lot for your reply. I have been reading a lot about the vxf990 but I can't find it second hand, and I haven't quite decided if I should spend the money a new costs. If so I'm also considering the Sony ax53 due to the supposedly better stabilisation.

[@AustrianGeek]

Well - You need to be patient. From time to time there are used ones available on Ebay for example. About VXF990 vs AX53: Well - The Sony doesn´t offer full manual control. That´s the point why I didn´t went for it. And because I use the VXF990 on my Zhiyun Crane gimbal - So no need for better in camera stabilisation ^^. Beside: The VXF990 looks more professional too =)

[@blacknight73107]

How long does the battery take to charge and how lone can you record on that charge ?

[@AustrianGeek]

Well - The internal charging isnt the fastest one. Sorry - Never measured the exact charging time. If you want faster charging you can also go for an external charger. About the runtime (its around 1.5 hours or so with the small included one). I use the double the size VBT380 model though most of the time (no 3rd party - the original one) - And that´s running WAY longer (around 3 to 3.5 hours). Altough I switched to the 4K VXF990 model (and its important if you record all the time or not). With the V777 / V770 model you should reach around 3.5 to 4 hours easily (with the original VBT380 battery). Btw.: Search for a good / like new VBT380 battery directly from Panasonic - Those are of a higher / better quality compared to the 3rd party batteries. Bout mine used on Ebay for example for around 40 bucks ^^.

[@Adityapilot93]

do these work with v785?

[@AustrianGeek]

Well - It SHOULD be the V777 model (just with a different name). Also the body seems to be the same - So the sunshade sholud work (especially since its also working on the other new models like the VXF990 / VXF999). And you can also use the other accessories. Hope that helps. Have fun shooting (!) LG

[@richardjehl1455]

Hello, how does it work if I plug an external battery while the camcorder is running with the original full panasonic battery ? Does it switch from one to the other smoothly when the orignal is empty (external via the original being nourrished) ? Is it OK to plug the external from the start ?

[@AustrianGeek]

Hi there. Its always emptying the external power source first (as its like you connect the external wall plug power supply - Then its also taking the power from there first and maybe even charges the internal battery as long as the external power source is strong enough). Its switching then from the external to the internal battery as soon as that one is empty. You can also plug it in from the start. Its as mentioned like powering the camcorder from the original wall plug adapter (thats the nice point about it with the included USB Power-Plug as main power source ^^). LG

[@wildeyestudios5]

hi there, do you know if this films exactly the same as the vx 870 or vx 980 (ignoring the fact that those 2 film 4k)

[@AustrianGeek]

According the image quality? Well - They are quite similar. BUT dont oversee (if 1080P is "enough"): There is the newer V800 / V808 model from Panasonic - Which is offering the newer sensor, better stabilisation and the wider lens. PLUS: At 24P mode it seems to offer the full sensor readout (which SHOULD give you better image quality overall compared to the V770 / V777). I need to test this out though (as we have the VXF1 / VXF11 at work available). ^^

[@shinesongerald8878]

another quick question mate, actually panasonic hc -v 785 records in fhd 1080p could it shoot 720p too ,and can i adjust the frame rates ??

[@AustrianGeek]

(Copied from my other answer) Yep. It shoots in 720P with 25P with 9MBits in VBR / MP4 Mode. But I would go for the 28 or 50MBit 1080P mode (and re-encode it later to 720P if you need a smaller file size). You get better image quality that way (and you can choose later on according your needs). PLUS: SD cards are cheap nowadays. You don´t need to save too much on the SD card space ^^. According the framerates: Sadly 1080P (in the better MPT4 mode) is always in 50P - So with 50 frames per second. Only the 720P mode is running with 25P. Hope that helps ^^. LG

[@TheWoodentits]

Hi there Is the vx980 going to produce a far far better finish than the hc770, there's a £150 mark up, and I'm wanting to make the odd home movie horror film , documentary style films etc ?? Many thanks

[@AustrianGeek]

Well - If you shoot in 4K (and downsample to 1080P in post) then you get a noticeably better image yes (with the VX980). Also essential is the sunshade which is already included - But not with the HC-V770 (costs about 20 to 30 bucks extra and efforts to get it overall). PLUS: The VX980 supports 24P - The V770 not (there you only get 60P in 1080 mode - With the VX980 you get both - 60P and 24P for more cinema-like recordings). I think it´s worth the higher price ^^.

[@pauls-audiolabor]

Ich suche einen externen Monitor für die V757, um welches Modell genau handelt es sich hier im Video? :)

[@AustrianGeek]

Das im Video ist der Feelworld FW759. Gibts auch als NW759 von Neewer (unter eigener Marke / eigenem Namen also - Ist bei Amazon z.B. auch immer wieder mal in den Blitz-Angeboten). Wenn, würde ich aber den FW760 / NW760 ansehen (der hat bessere Features von Haus aus verbaut - Z.B. ein Histogramm - Was dem V757 komplett fehlt intern). Ach ja - Wenn es etwas kleineres sein soll, gibt es auch z.B. den F570 von Feelworld (mit 5.7" Full-HD Panel bzw. kleinerem Gehäuse). Oder den neuen F6 (der dem auch recht kompakten SmallHD Focus nachempfunden ist alles in allem). Würde übrigens stark anraten einen externen Monitor zu besorgen - Die internen LCDs sind bei solch kleinen Camcordern immer recht "verfälschend" in der Ausgabe (Farbtemperatur als auch Helligkeitswerte weichen meist merkbar vom real Aufgenommen ab). ^^

[@pauls-audiolabor]

Danke für die ausführliche Antwort! Ich habe mir den NW760 angesehen, es gibt ja zum gleichen Preis noch den Lilliput A7S.

[@AustrianGeek]

Hmm. Ich bin nicht ein DERARTIGER Fan von Gummi-Hüllen (die verstauben nur und verformen sich recht leicht). Ach ja - Es gibt auch noch andere Modelle von Feelworld - Einfach hier mal durch sehen: www.feelworld.cn/ShowSpecial.aspx?id=27&action=special&py=HDMI - Es gibt leider ewig viele 7" Modelle - F7, F7s, FH7, T7, T756 usw. Einige haben aber auch etwas bessere Gehäuse-Designs als der FW760 bzw. NW760. Der NW760 macht übrigens nur in den Angeboten sinn (da hat er bisher immer um die 150 oder 160€ oder so gekostet). Ansonsten die anderen mal ansehen - Der Link zeigt alle HDMI Modelle von Feelworld (obwohl auch teils SDI Eingänge dabei sind - Diese Modelle sind dann aber teurer - Die Funktionen sind aber fast überall gleich ^^). Ich empfehle übrigens Feelworld, weil die Farben und die Kalibrierung von Haus aus schon SEHR gut ist (bei Lilliput muss man leider meist etwas rumstellen bis alles passt von den Farben / dem Kontrast und der Schärfe her). LG

[@TelespielTobi]

Did you try the external Mic? I just got the V777 used from ebay, together with a Rode Videomic Go. That one works fine. But for some Videos I'd like to use a clipon Lavalier Mic. The one I have works perfectly recording Voice on iPhone. Sadly there is no sound recorded when plugging in to the V777. What can be the reason behind that? How to recognize a Lavalier Mic that could work? Thx for your help

[@AustrianGeek]

Sure. I used multiple directional mics (and also one of my sennheiser lavs on it). About your lav mic: Keep in mind, that the pin layout is for your iPhone and for other 4-pin devices (also tablets and notebooks with only one combo-port for the mic input - BUT also for the headphones left and right channels output). The point is: The V777 has only a standard 3.5mm 3 pin stereo-mic input. To be precise, the pin layout is (counted from the tip / end of the plug): "Left (MIC) - Right (MIC) - Ground" (so you can even use stereo mics on it). On your lav on the other hand you have the combo port pin layout for your iPhone. So you should have 4 pins (beginning from the tip / end of the plug): "Left (headphone) - Right (headphone) - Ground - MIC (mono)". Therefor you don´t get any signal to the right pins. You need one of those cable adapters - Then it should work. To make it easy, go for the "RODE SC3" adapter: amzn.to/2IR8ENf Its exactly what you need ^^. With that you can also use the LAV on any other mobile audio recorder with 3.5mm 3-pin input. Have fun shooting! LG

[@TelespielTobi]

Wow, Great Info. Panasonic helpline was not helpful at all and just said „not tested/certified accessory“ pointing me to one of their mics (130€ / $150) If I understand correctly, what I need is in general a TRRS to TRS Adaptor. Thanks for your fast answer, seems I know now what to look for 😊👍

[@AustrianGeek]

@@TelespielTobi Well - Typical manufacturers support. They want to sell their own stuff ^^. So they recommended one of their standard 3.5mm (3 pin) mics. Yep. You need a TRRS to TRS adapter (with the right pin layout). As mentioned, the easiest way is to go for the Rode SC3 as its quite cheap (not super cheap - but affordable) and gives you a short adapter with an angeled 3 pin plug (which fits everywhere). Standard adapters are often too bulky (the ones without cable). Btw.: Also go for the SC3, as the pin layout of normal TRRS to TRS adapters is for connecting stereo audio (output) only (often the mic is then just not connected). What you need though is a re-reouting of the mic to the main pins ^^. LG

[@blacknight73107]

so this WILL fit the PANASONIC HC-V770 Full HD Camcorder, 20X Optical Zoom, 1/2.3" BSI Sensor, 5-Axis Hybrid O.I.S., HDR Capture, WiFi Smartphone Twin Video Capture (USA Black) PANASONIC ?

[@AustrianGeek]

In short: YES - The V770 is just the NTSC model - The V777 the PAL model (here in Europe for example). Btw.: Don´t oversee - The sunshade is called "SYK0602" and not "SKY0602" as I said in the video ^^. Have fun shooting (!) LG

[@blacknight73107]

AustrianGeek that’s great thanks

[@donyboy73]

what software do you use to combine the MTS for a lossless output? thanks

[@AustrianGeek]

You can use for example FFMPEG (over the console) to merge the files (just serach / google for "FFMPEG MTS merge"). BUT: You get wrong timecodes doing that without a re-encode (so jumping around in the file could make problems when using certain players). The best way is, to convert the file to MP4 - also using FFMPEG. And then merge those files. Or just throw the files into an NLE (Premiere, DavinciResolve or FinalCut Pro etc.) when cutting it. Just keep the files in the right order. Another for sure better solution: Change the camera to MP4 mode. That way you get bigger files and it´s not splitting every 4 gigabytes into a new MTS file (which is the case in the AVCHD mode). PLUS: If you choose the 50M Mode (which offers 50MBits) you also get better image quality when there´s alot of movement or fine details in the scene ^^. LG

[@donyboy73]

thanks for response

[@computerjantje]

I am looking to buy a second camera. I have the 750 and am very satisfied with the image quality. That said, there are things we have to mention that are not so great on these camera's and I think the newer ones have the same quirks. But more about that below. I bought a second hand 720 and that was a failure. The image quality is so much worse. So now looking for at least another 750. Your video helped a lot. Thank you for that. Also thank you for the accessories thoughts. I am a bit crazy and my accessory built up went a bit nuts as can be seen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2Kcaq2CrdB-jtU I use the v750 semi-professional but then adjustments are needed. The two worst points of the 750 are the zoom controller and the manual focus controller. I have no solution for the 'not direct working' focus controller but luckily the camera has a real good working fast auto focus system. Controlling the zoom is a pain. I usually only want the slowest zoom but the button is extreme sensitive. The button can only be moved a few millimeters otherwise you go to faster zoom which hurts the eye always. This requires extreme concentration and dedication of your hand which should be dedicated to concentrating on the composition. I build a Arduino servo zoom controller to tackle this problem. I am afraid the newer v770, 777, etc etc have the same problem as the button was never changed as far as I know. Indeed the audio is not good but it has always been bad in consumer priced camera's. I think even the newer ones cannot compete a dedicated audio recorder and if you are serious about video, be sure you get your audio right. Audio is the most important thing of a video :) And yes, you are so right. Never buy a panasonic extra battery. They are shameful expensive. Heck I bought this v750 camera for three reasons: 1:The rather large sensor and good lens. 2:Possibility to set everything to manual. 3:External mic IN connector. 3:The possibility to power using an external usb source (Battery pack). For its price I think the 750 still is a great camera. I'll try a 777 becasue of your video. I also agree that an even smaller hdmi is downgrading. Connectors are the most fragile parts of a camera. Getting a smaller type makes it weaker just like you said. Keep up the good work. Greetz from the Netherlands

[@ernestineworley1305]

Panasonic camcord hcv-770