Panasonic HC-V180EC-K

MPN: HC-V180EC-K  |  EAN: 5025232836789  |  Model: HC-V180EC-K

Price Information

£211.06

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:40 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Panasonic HC-V180EC-K - HC-V180EC-K Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Camcorder
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Advanced Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Professional Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Travel
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Time-lapse Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Just Right
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

The Camcorder is purpose-built for long video recording sessions to capture your memories and special occasions.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Panasonic HC-V180EC-K camera would suit you adequately.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Panasonic device is a very good option!

If you're particular about getting the precise white balance or depth of field in a video you're recording, then you won't be looking to settle for anything ordinary. By purchasing the Panasonic HC-V180EC-K, you will acquire a device that comes with an exhaustive set of options that you can tweak to your heart's content. 

Working at the highest standards of videography, you'll want full control of every aspect of this vital tool. This camera from Panasonic, provides fully manual settings from your focusing ring to your aperture dilation.

Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Panasonic camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Panasonic HC-V180EC-K is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (2.5 x 1.85 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. 

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Panasonic's in-built intervalometer

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Photo Scenarios

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Panasonic HC-V180EC-K makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Panasonic HC-V180EC-K comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Panasonic is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the HC-V180EC-K is a breeze.

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Panasonic has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. 

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the HC-V180EC-K fits the bill.

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Technical Specifications

Panasonic HC-V180EC-K - HC-V180EC-K Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camcorder Type Handheld camcorder
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 1.8-4.2
Image Formats Supported JPEG XR
Minimum Illumination 1 lx
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Supported Video Modes 480p, 720p, 1080p
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, MP4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Outputs 1
Lens System
Digital Zoom 500 x
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 28 - 1740 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 2.06 - 103 mm
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 1740 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 1.8
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 28 mm
Optical Zoom 50 x
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Disc Types Supported N
Display
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 2.7
Touchscreen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Sensor
Effective Megapixels (movie) 2.2 MP
Image Sensor Size 1/5.8
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 2.5 x 1.85 mm
Optical Sensor Size 1/5.8 "
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type BSI CMOS
Total Megapixels 2.51 MP
Other Features
Effective Megapixels (image) 1.67 MP
Interval Recording 1
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Mini) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity 1
USB Charging Yes
USB Connectivity Yes
Battery
Battery Capacity 1940 mAh
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Batteries Included Yes
Cables Included HDMI
Warranty Card Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 116 mm
Height 59 mm
Weight 211 g
Width 53 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4224 x 2376 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 4224 x 2376, 1920 x 1080, 3408 x 2272, 1728 x 1152, 3136 x 2352, 640 x 480