Handheld camcorder Panasonic HC-V900E-K 8.57 MP 24x Optical Zoom

The Panasonic HC-V900E-K is a handheld camcorder with an 8.57 MP MOS BSI sensor and a bright F1.8 lens that delivers clear Full HD video even in low light. It features a 24x optical zoom (up to 1500x digital), a 3" 1,555k-dot touchscreen LCD for easy control, and 5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ to reduce blur across wide-angle and telephoto shots. The camcorder is lightweight, ergonomically designed, and supports SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards for flexible recording.

Advantages

High-sensitivity MOS BSI sensor combined with a wide-aperture F1.8 lens provides improved low-light performance. The 24x optical zoom and 5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ stabilize video and reduce shake during handheld shooting. A high-resolution 1,555k-dot electrostatic touch LCD simplifies menu navigation and framing. The wind-shielded zoom microphone and wired REMOTE terminal ensure clearer audio capture and versatile remote operation.

Suitable for

• Family events and home videos
• School plays, sports and children’s activities
• Travel and sightseeing
• Run-and-gun handheld shooting where portability matters

Key specifications

• Sensor type: MOS BSI, 8.57 MP
• Maximum video resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
• Optical zoom: 24x (digital zoom up to 1500x)
• Lens aperture: F1.8 (bright lens for low light)
• Image stabilization: 5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
• Display: 3" LCD, 1,555k-dot electrostatic touch panel
• Microphone: wind-shielded zoom microphone
• Remote: wired REMOTE terminal (2.5 mm jack)
• Memory card support: SD / SDHC / SDXC
• Weight: 0.431 kg
• Colour: Black

How to use

Power on the camcorder and use the electrostatic touch LCD to select recording settings and framing. Use the zoom control to switch between wide-angle and telephoto; HYBRID O.I.S.+ will assist in stabilizing handheld footage. Insert a compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC card before recording. For clearer audio in windy conditions, rely on the wind-shielded zoom microphone. Connect a wired remote to the 2.5 mm REMOTE terminal to control focus, zoom and REC start/stop remotely.

Recommendations

For best results in low light, choose wider apertures and steady framing; enable HYBRID O.I.S.+ when shooting while walking or zooming. Use the ergonomic grip for extended handheld shooting and store recordings on SDXC cards for longer capture times.