Panasonic VX981 vs VX1 WXF1 camcorders vs LX10 ZS80 ZS200 compact pocket cameras for video compared

[@sugrado]

unironically the comparison I needed, VX981 vs VX1.

[@WorldMoneyWins]

I've been wanting the same comparison! :-)

[@michaelbell75]

Which did you like better? I liked the VX1. I got rid of my 981 because of the awful stabilization but if you are using a tripod, it's a solid choice as well but it's more expensive.

[@sugrado]

@@michaelbell75 yeah, the VX981 seems better in most aspects, but the stabilization of VX1 alone is probably worth it.

[@tsbrownie]

Markus' comparison videos are packed full of useful information. I have to watch them 3 times to get everything out of them.

[@georgehenry3384]

Your enthusiasm is much needed in this world!!!

[@InTECHsity]

I could listen to Markus sing the praises of the VX981 for days! It is the first camera/camcorder I've ever purchased, thanks to his keen advise. Thank you for the intel, Sir!

[@RetroRepairGuy]

Thank you Markus! I'm so happy you made yet another video on the VX981! Since I was introduced to it by you, I have never regretted my purchase and going back to a camcorder. No more fiddling with lenses and so many other settings. And I can vouch for the "Auto AI" mode, it's simply amazing out of the box and I too love "happy colors". Not sure why we ever veered away from camcorders.

[@Goomer]

Always love the camcorder videos.

[@genejoanen]

I have 2 vx981s and hc v770! They are my go-to day-to-day. I can't brag enough about them enough. The output is amazing the performances amazing they're small and light and the batteries are inexpensive you won't miss a thing if you keep these handy and ready to go.

[@NotchingTags]

I love these camcorder videos you do! some of them I have watched more than once. I haven't even watched this one yet but I instantly clicked on it when I saw it.

[@Dose561]

Always felt like I needed the most expensive camera with all the features but Markus has shown me “no” I just need the right lighting and settings. I can get what I need for under $1000

[@heywhatisnext]

Based on your past videos, I purchased the VX981 for my videography needs and love it! Thanks for posting this comparison.

[@kirkbryant-mt1bv]

I just purchased an AG UX90 online one hour before this post today. I did based on one of your posts earlier this year that I read last night. Found it just like you said I could for $824 including shipping. It was in excellent condition with 164 hours on it. I was so happy when speaking to the sales rep about it that he commented that its been a long time since he's heard someone so excited about a camcorder, and I was ecstatic! Imagine my surprise tuning in today and seeing you review it again. I screamed out again! Thank you so much for making my days better. I consider you my mentor and watch your videos over and over so much that I feel honored to be attending the Marcuspix Film School (for Dummies like me). Bless you Bro! You are very much appreciated.

[@xjet]

Camcorders for the win!!! My Sony PJ760VE and my Panasonic HC-X1500 have both served me well for over a decade and mean I don't have to mess around with different lenses, external ND filters, overheating, etc. Now I'm carefully eyeing the new Sony NX800 with envy.

[@amermeleitor]

The stabilization surprised me! Great!

[@gordon3988]

Fun and informative! Love camcorders, though I’m a big fan of the ax 53; built like a tank, great stab, though I’m not always pleased with skin colors on people. I do use the viewfinder a lot on the telephoto side..largely a must for me. Still the vx981 looks great!

[@JohnsClicks]

Love this video, Markus. I purchased the VX-981 for my holidays this year. Took a lot of footage, mainly because it's so easy to use.

[@koba2802]

Thank you for the comparison. I have the VX1 and ZS200. I've enjoyed using both for family memories. I've always been tempted to add the LX10, but wasn't sure if it was worth having yet another camera. Appreciate the comparisons between each. 🤙

[@TRwalks]

Great video! I have the vx1 and didn't like the picture. However, I adjusted to make it a little more flat. I definitely enjoy the ergonomics of a camcorder as I can easily put it in my little Timbuk2 bag and take it when I travel around, go into the city or on bike rides with posable wildlife sightings. My mic of choice is the rode ntg with a wind muff. But now I don't know if I have a mic on my camera or a camera on my mic as they are almost the same size 😂

[@urbanopereyra]

Ey! I'm totally newby in vídeo. A few months ago I folowed your advice and bought the vx980 (I think is the same as the 981 en Europe). Even if I had to bought it used, because it's discontinued. And all in all I'm pretty happy with it! I don´t want to spend too much of my time in the computer, and also don´t want to loose too many clips because of bad camera settings, and it's true, this camera is perfect. And love you too, you are a great teacher.

[@C5drummer]

MAN, I have GOT to have that blue-purple shirt!! Killer Paisley Style!! I absolutely want one!

[@thatguyoverthere115]

Camcorders bring me so much joy! Easy to use for anything. Just flick the screen out and you're rolling. Some of the older ones have nostalgic video quality too.

[@majorhemroid]

I bought a VX1 and it should be here tomorrow. Can't wait to get it and start on projects.

[@pixelproshop9681]

I have both the 981 and VX1 and I have found exactly the same thing. 981 always looks great and the VX1 can look the same with a little tweaking. If I only need one camera for the day it is always the 981. Thanks

[@SirTools]

Glad you covered the Panasonic line of camcorders and cameras. I use mostly Panasonic over everything else, and only if I need to record for hours, I use my X1000 Pani , cool stuff Markus

[@Pietje_Piraat]

I own both and a FVX1. Ideal for street interviews, reporting and documentary shots where a big bulky camera would be too intrusive. It looks like a tourist camcorder, but films in the quality of a professional camera.

[@roblewisjr2]

Thank you Marcus. Your happiness over equipment makes me happy with you. Thank you for being so entertaining and informative and educational. I have learned so much about photography, videography and being happy and satisfied with what I have so I can focus on making great photos and videos!

[@skylarking12]

I bought my own VX981 on your recommendation and am very happy with it. What you refer to as "happy colors" might be an increased vibrance setting. I don't tend to adjust the camera at all in the field, preferring to do that in post. What I love about shooting 4K with the VX981 is that putting that footage into a 2K editing timeline, I now can do incredibly smooth keyframed zooms, pans and re-framings for my music videos without losing any apparent resolution. It's like having three cameras on set instead of just one. It was also the best price/performance trade-off IMO. I don't mind that they aren't new: to me, that just means the price will come down and i can soon get a second one to match and get additional angles.

[@Armbrust210]

Another example of "newer ≠ better", always interesting to see and it still startles me every time it happens. Thats just unfortunate. Thanks for showing older cameras more appreciation as always and yes, the video was also entertaining. I like to play with my gear all the same and it's fun to see likeminded folk doing the same

[@SpinnergeeOU812]

Love the honest commentary/comparison - thank you for all of these.

[@kimberlynorton]

I like the VX981 better than all of them.

[@Harun-oq2by]

All those years following you and still waiting/hoping for a Kia Amanti review video :)

[@MarkusPix]

😆

[@manmadegods021]

I enjoy this channel and the wisdom provided keep it going!

[@DenverTI]

Great video. Tech to Remember made a video comparing the WFX1 to the VX981 and it seemed the colors were better on the WFX1 but perhaps it was because the colors were the default and weren't tweaked. It seems the VX1/WFX1 are better for vlogging situations because of the wider lens and better stabilization.

[@MarkusPix]

I would say its the other way around. If the WXF1 color looked better, it was tweaked and not default. People want you to believe new stuff is always better so you'll click on their links and buy it. But yes, wider lens and better stab.

[@digialityproductions793]

Thank you

[@michaelbell75]

Thanks! I had the 981 and got rid of it because the stabilization sucked. Glad to see that VX1 has superior stabilization, I like the look of the video better and it's cheaper. Definitely going to pick one up.

[@foufou81]

I see Markus, I like ! Amazing work sir !

[@banana_necessary]

I still have a few camcorders. The aftermarket USB power cables are useful. I can run my Canon and Panasonic Indefinitely (Or at least as long as I need to) from a small GAN wall charger or power bank with the cameras battery removed and it keeps everything compact and lightweight.

[@chinoyhouse8247]

Thanks Markus! You’re awesome!

[@FloridaTwoWheelAdventures]

Thanks to one of your other videos, I own the VX981 and love it! I might even get another before they’re too hard to find. I’m going to Green Bay on Thanksgiving to see the football game and I’ll be taking my little camcorder!

[@Bigricky06]

Markus, thank you for always bringing us fun and educational videos. I would love to see or know your thoughts on medium format camera both film and the new digital ones like the hasselblad X2D. Maybe you can get your hand on one and shoot some beautiful portrait and share your findings or opinion compare to the usual canon, sony, full frame, micro 4/3 sensor etc. I'll wait for that day to come.

[@MarkusPix]

I'm the "smallest most lightweight things possible" guy. Anyone can get great stuff with big expensive things, I like figuring out how to get the same effect with small cheap stuff 😊

[@daviddrew7624]

Just the comparison I've been waiting for, the 981 has better image but the vx1 has better stabilisation, its a tough call, im in the market for either the 990 or vx1f as i think the view finder will be realy useful, for brighter days, got somr serious thinking to do now, thanks Marcus😂😂😂 great video as always, love your channel, id love the ux 90, but thats out of my price range 👌

[@alexanderpersson1195]

ITs your energy that makes these videos! I want to use a camcorder but I just can't stand the lower dynamic range T_T

[@Dean_WeAreTheShow]

you got me.. ended up grabbing a wx970m .. same sensor size as vx981, buncha streaming features that no longer work 😂 and the gimmick cam on the side BUT it was only 400 on ebay. Love it

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

I've been using the Sony HDR cx405 since you told us about the little secrets last year. Super camera. tHanks for these videos

[@QuicknStraight]

VX981 still looks really good. The LX10 was impressive, too.

[@ModMax69]

Just the video I needed. Mr. Markus making magic right when you need him to! Please do a commentary for your movie!!! I would pay $100 to watch it in Vegas with you giving a Q and A. Symposium?

[@MarkusPix]

I wrote a book on the making of it which describes a lot more behind the scenes stuff than I could say in real time dreamchaserbook.com

[@ModMax69]

@@MarkusPix Already got! Would love to have it signed. I can't believe you filmed next door to Pauly Shore Bio-Dome!!! LOL

[@ModMax69]

Also, I don't think many people know you have directed Sir Jamey Lannister!

[@TheFilmmakersWorkshop]

Thank you for this comparison. Stay awesome!

[@CaptainMyCaptain33]

I actually like the look of the VX1. Thanks for sharing.

[@MarkusPix]

Same with women. How many times did we make a choice because of how something looked... only to regret it later 😆

[@RCRoads]

You always do such a nice job narrating and covering cameras and camcorders. Your audio sounds so plush. I really like the VX981 but currently don't own any camcorders just action cams and would love to find a budget friendly "small" camcorder with good optical zoom. I don't need tons of zoom distance just something that will hold focus while filming my little RC cars. I just want to bring them in closer while they pass by and not be in the cars way as they hurt when they hit you. lol My action cameras work great but they just don't have more than 2x zoom at 4k. The digital zoom might go higher in HD but then what's the point. I can always zoom in post from 4k to 1080. I have no idea how well the footage would come out as I pan left to right with a camcorder in comparison to an action cam. The action cameras are very stable when you move them around fast. Perhaps I need a drone and baseball cap turned backwards. ha ha You have so many post to read through you will probably not have time to read this but other subs might have ideas. Could be an iPhone would work best for me. I have no idea.

[@MarkusPix]

The CX405 is onoy 1080 but it's only a couple hundred bucks, has a monster zoom, good stabilization and everybody who has one loves it kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIuQdoWwqaaXaK8 zoom kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ69eWaofM-dorM

[@RCRoads]

@@MarkusPix Thanks for the recommendation. I will definitely check it out. 1080 looks the same as 4k for what I doing. Having an actual camcorder would be fun to operate and experiment with.

[@SvenSchusterx12x]

I just bought the VXF1 as a upgrade to my VX989.

[@I_like_science]

How is it ? I’m thinking about getting it although I still have the 981k

[@SvenSchusterx12x]

@@I_like_science the lens is sharper in max zoom and the stabilization is better and you got a wider view. But beside that quality is nearly the same.

[@juhaaavalaakso455]

Seriously camcorder comparison! Gonna make a cup of coffee for this.

[@ChrisCelada]

Hi, great video as usual thank you, unfortunately the wonderful models you’re talking about are only available in very limited pre owned used condition… any newer models that are readily available please!🙏🏻

[@MarkusPix]

they haven't made anything similar since

[@stephydae]

I enjoy watching your reviews :) could you please make a review of which budget video camera is good enough for low light situation? like recording a performance on stage (dark setting)? Thank you.

[@JohnsClicks]

I did a little research and the yellow box means that the camera is not only focusing on the face but also it's adjusting exposure to match the face. Oddly, in portrait scene mode, it doesn't do it.

[@shanksisnoteventhatstrongbruh]

i really wish someone made a price competitor to the ZS80 but also included mic in and audio out jacks (i truly don't think Panasonic cares about this sector anymore). I find it crazy a "ZS-90" wasn't made as the ultimate pocket blogging camera with CineD and audio jacks + USB-C :/

[@ILoveEatingCake]

Hey Markus! Thanks for making such wonderful videos, finally someone that’s on the same page about “happy colours”. Since I’ve seen so many of your comparisons, I have the ultimate question for you LOL VX981 or Rx100 vii for video especially with zoom? (If stabilization, auto focus and low light quality are what’s being most critically judged. Excluding vx981’s night vision as well). I’m typically moving around quickly filming fast moving pets, friends at night and family in high contrast uncontrollable scenarios with lots of vibrant colour. Unfortunately moments are so quick I don’t have the time to pull out a light. Thanks!!

[@MarkusPix]

RX100vii is much higher quality and has rock solid AF for people, plus its so small you can literally stick it in your pcoket

[@corktail7900]

fun fact about the lx10: its actually a fisheye thats cropped in at widest angle, you get to see a much wider angle in a raw processor

[@DenverTI]

Interesting. Can the LX10 record videos in raw with the wider angle? This would be great for vlogging.

[@corktail7900]

@@DenverTI there is no raw for video, the widest it can go is 30mm in hd or fhd and 36mm in 4k

[@BarryMaskell]

The LX10 you can hack via w web browser and turn on CineD and CineV for video mode - the CineD gives you extra dynamic range

[@DenverTI]

Via a web browser? I've heard of things like Magic Lantern for Canon cameras which expands a lot of settings.

[@erikbrush]

I love my camcorder. It's a 5K basic video cam. Actually, it was some of your past videos that convinced me to get a get a camcorder. Mine was $125 on sale on Amazon. It has a ton of features including that weird night vision stuff. I haven't used that at all. I'm using mine mainly for indoor videos for KZbin. I'm pretty happy overall with the camera. I also appreciate the size. Cheers!

[@unmarkedplace]

The VXF1 and VX1 have active contrast, which I don’t believe the VX981 has. This might explain some of the difference in apparent contrast, but not sure. Panasonic don’t really go into detail in the manual about the difference between active and intelligent contrast.

[@ChadsGarage1]

I wish I still had my VX981.

[@ScorpionRanchTX]

Dang, it's always a compromise... The VX981 really does look better, but I shoot handheld the vast majority of the time so I'd probably need the VX1's better stabilization.

[@WorldMoneyWins]

THANK YOU MARKUS!!! I have been wondering about the WXF1 (VX1) compared to the 981! Been using my Sony CX-405 for my KZbin videos, and wanted to upgrade to something with a mic-jack. Do you know if you can do picture in picture (with cell phone) with the VX1 like you can with the 981? After watching you analysis, love the stabe of the VX1, but the colors of the 981 are better.

[@mySeaPrince_]

I bought a 405 because Markus recommended it. It's BRILLIANT.. Can't find a 981 but have seen 980 advertised for more money than I have.. So I am going to add mic jack's, separate for R and L .. useful if only one mic plugged in the other get ambient.. Have you found the second battery compartment? I'll tell you how if you haven't. That's where I will put the jack's.. Have you seen the filter mod using a lens adapter.. I've also come to the conclusion that I will buy another 405 for my second camera, affordability and in editing there is continuity of picture... I have a nylon loop cord from a sports whistle connected to the handle that I put round my neck or arm which lessons the chance of dropping it.. and it's not bulky.. but if it's hanging down Bella 🐈 likes to play with it.

[@DenverTI]

Instead of the picture-in-picture I wish Panasonic would record the second camera as a separate file and let you switch perspectives from one camera to the other. No post editing required. That would be awesome.

[@elvisbjorn3379]

Very good Test 👍

[@rhyslud]

Request! I'd love to see a head-to-head RX100 vii vs. VX981. I want to do some travel vlogging in places where discretion is safer. I have an Osmo Action4 for wides but need something with a zoom that will cut together reasonably well. I'm not going for cinema, just location information on a KZbin channel. These two both look like candidates for the job.

[@MarkusPix]

The RX100vii has vastly superior video quality and features but isn't meant for recording video over 15-20 minutes . The VX981 is bigger, doesn't fit in a pocket but is easier and more fun to use and can run for hours.

[@JimSamuel267]

I preferred the colors from the VX1 over the VX981.

[@MarkusPix]

What are you watching this on? 😅

[@JimSamuel267]

@@MarkusPix A Dell 24" monitor connected to a Dell laptop computer.

[@DenverTI]

What's interesting is that Tech to Remember has a comparison of the WFX1 to the 981 and the WFX1 seemed to have more saturated colors. It could be because the 981 colors need to be tweaked a bit.

[@Elvis_Pond5]

I was so disappointed 😮 thinking I'd really like to see how the RX100 compares to these cameras and then presto ! -- YOU DID IT! 🎯

[@mySeaPrince_]

Hi Markus. I've seen a few 980's in the UK for sale secondhand.. is it possible it's the same as the 981 but maybe considering different Hz .. 60 for USA and 50 for UK and frame rates divisible. Also I would have liked the 405 included as a bench mark especially for stability and zoom. Still a big fan of my 405 that you recommend.. I will be adding mic jack's soon and getting a wireless mic.. I've watched your mic video's (I've watched loads of your channel) have seen the hollyland duo advertised yesterday at £150. Any chance of a video of latest affordable wireless mics.. including 2 mic types.

[@MarkusPix]

Heres a video where its compared to the CX405 incl stabilization kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIuQdoWwqaaXaK8

[@mySeaPrince_]

@@MarkusPix I've watched your video several times 😻 The airport 405/981 shows the incredible zoom and sound etc.. Put more cameras on the stability test.. a olympic heats building up to which wins. I like the 405 on so many levels.. I'm going to buy another one.. will still look for a 981/980 .. the 770 or 800 are nice but I can buy a new 405 cheaper.. I'm about fit mic jack's to the 405 which makes it perfect.. I've also got a way to fit filters.

[@DCReels]

LX10 looked amazing

[@frutotrelampampinos]

nice!

[@Rockingvideos42]

LOVE

[@kennethnielsen3864]

Thanks for sharing.

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

Can you give me your opinion on best microphone for the VX981? Thanks for sharing your knowledge ✌

[@infiveg]

Привет Маркус и Кара 👋Ну чтож ж. Вот и пришла наша очередь пользоваться VPN. Классный ролик как всегда. Спасибо большое за твой труд и опыт. Есть ещё средний вариант серии VXF-1. Она как WXF-1 , но у неё нет этой дурацкой камеры на экране. + У неё есть дополнительные функциональные кнопки и кольцо управления на объективе и☝функция компенсации контраста, которую я вывел на функциональную кнопку + компенсация контрового света которую я так же вывел на другую функциональную кнопку. Не знаю правильно ли тебе переводит автоматический переводчик)))) Просто у нас в языке многие предметы имеют мужской или женский род. Я учу английский и знаю что у вас предметы все it и даже животные. У нас же животные имеют окончания отличающиеся в зависимости от половой принадлежности. Ну это так. К слову)))👋

[@birthing4blokes46]

Love you videos, thank you. Just wondering have you ever produced a video on using a camcorder as a webcam or is the just silly? I like to have a zoomed up image, about a foot away, with a back ground blur, I have tried a mirrorless camera which works ish, I am not a camera geek, I have no got a neo cam from elgato, i like the back ground blur but doing with with software is rubbish. thanks again

[@djazz0]

I have the VXF1 (setting wheel and viewfinder), got it for livestreaming during pandemic. I dont like the colours and low dynamic range, and the grain is the ugliest. Hair gets blurred out when recording at the highest bitrate even. Pixel binning/blocky look when you zoom in. I recently got the RX100M7 and it's a huge difference, but only used it for photos so far.

[@robertschneider2189]

I love my camcorder.

[@Lance_MadCat]

👏ty for making this beautiful video

[@BillMoriarty]

thanks for this Markus! Do the small Panasonic or Sonys let you simultaneously record internally, and get clean HDMI or USB output so that you could livestream and record with it at the same time? thanks for any advice

[@MarkusPix]

Some do. You'll have to check

[@robmcd]

I was literally searching for this video 14 hours after it was released. Can’t get a 981 in Australia.

[@MarkusPix]

You guys probably have the euro versions 980 and 990 ?

[@victorpatrick5159]

Can you do a review for Canon Legria HF806

[@WillFastie]

Very helpful analysis. Too bad the 981 doesn't have an EVF, though.

[@MarkusPix]

That's the 991, same camcorder but with an EVF

[@WillFastie]

@@MarkusPix I figured, except that the documentation isn't clear that the sensor is the same.

[@MarkusPix]

Yes it is

[@theinfinate]

I would love to see a comparison of these cameras handheld getting random footage at their telephoto end of the zoom. From videos ive seen the ZS80 and ZS200 are unusable handheld. They seem to have a lot of micro jitter

[@MarkusPix]

The VX1 has the best stabilization of these ones. The tiny Sony CX405 has great stabilization also kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ69eWaofM-dorM

[@theinfinate]

@@MarkusPix thanks man

[@lydiahanke]

I have a very smal workshop and would like to do videos. Can u show some great wide angle lenses for the cam corders?

[@DanielCrist]

What's the extra mini camera for on the WXF1? Creating 3D stereoscopic video? Or creating some kind of depth maps?

[@MarkusPix]

I wish. Its actually just a low rez camera to film yourself as you're interviewing someone, like the cameraman's reaction shots or stupid stuff like that

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

vx1 is my only option, other is too expensive or out of stock

[@ArturoAcosta-q7m]

Any gimball You.recomend for vx 981.thanks.

[@Hari_Prasad_Jorige]

I bought a camcorder, I trust your videos a lot. How can we get a perfect yellow square in manual mode. I only get white box.

[@MarkusPix]

That's why I keep it in iA+ most of the time. In manual you're probably ok if you're in the middle of the shot but it becomes iffy if you're off center or there's a high contrast background, in which case I use manual focus or spot focus. But with camcorders I almost never need to be out of iA+, even if I want a soft background because it recognizes a face and automatically blurs the background if it can.

[@MrRastafisch]

Hi Markus, I had a very clean LX10 and was stupid enough to sell it for cheap. Now I can not find it on that prise any more. I was wondering if the TZ100 has the same colors and if it can make blurry background similar to LX10. You have TZ100? Do you find the camera to perform on paar with LX10? Are the colors and the sharpness the same? Thank you.

[@MarkusPix]

The 100 has a long zoom that only goes to f2.8 so you won't get the blurry bg like the LX10 with f1.4. Also the 100 does not have a flip up screen.

[@frankcanha]

This is awesome!

[@tiitulitii]

Why the tiny cameras are more power hungry than the old camcorders?

[@balashuhn]

how does the mic compares between the VX981 and the VX1?

[@ChengduLittleA]

Any chance you could take a look at the canon XA70/75 which does 4k down sample to fhd I think it should give you a pretty sharp image

[@MarkusPix]

Ok, I'll get one, but I expect it to be bigger, heavier and not better than an AX700. We'll see.

[@kimberlynorton]

Markus, have you tried the Panasonic LUMIX S5 II mirrorless camera with 20-60mm? They have a special where they are giving away a 50mm lens for those who purchase the camera. The cost of the body, 20-60mm, and 50mm is 1999.99 (2k). If you have, what are your thoughts on it.

[@MarkusPix]

I don't do full frame Panasonic, too big and heavy for my taste. I like their older smaller stuff. Cheap 50mm lenses are often included because they cost nothing.

[@allenmovies]

If I already have the Sony AX53, do you think it's worth replacing with either of these Panasonic models? I'd love a comparison video between the Sony AX43/53 & either Panasonic if you ever have time! Especially since the two pairs are always compared.

[@MarkusPix]

I gave away my 33, 43 and 53 and got two more VX981s if that says anything

[@allenmovies]

@MarkusPix oh wow!!! Yeah, that's definitely telling! I also have the RX100M7 which I love, and I like that I can swap the SD card between it and the AX53 since they record in the same format. I also have the international version of the AX53 called the AXP55 which also has 64GB internal storage and a projector, was able to convert it to NTSC. But definitely considering picking up the VX981 if the quality is significantly better than the AX53 since I still love camcorders.

[@loihpatli]

Hey Marcus, will you review new Godox Ad600pro2 and ad200pro2? Thanks

[@neilpenny5475]

Hi Markus. I am a 63 year old guy starting to do bike touring. I have purchased an action camera, but I was thinking of using a 4K camcorder on my tours. Could you recommend a cheap but really good camcorder please? I was thinking the VX1 could be the ideal one.

[@MarkusPix]

As you can see by this video, the VX1 is not my favorite. Stabilization is good but not colors. A 4K action cam is probably best for what you're doing

[@neilpenny5475]

@@MarkusPix thank you very much for your advice, I appreciate it very much.

[@LTPottenger]

As an idiot, I can tell you being idiotproof is a big advantage.

[@Farmerwal]

Can you share your vx1 settings? 😅

[@jroar123]

The Panasonic VX981 looks like the best bang for the buck however, which used (affordable) camera is out there that comes close to the 981?

[@MarkusPix]

A used 981.

[@I_like_science]

@@MarkusPix😂

[@alexanderpersson1195]

Try the osmo pocket