AG-HMC40 Handheld Dual-Use AVCCAM Camcorder

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Panasonic AVCCAM

This DavisMAX Bundle Includes:1- Panasonic AG-HMC80 3MOS AVCCAM HD Shoulder-Mount Camcorder Brand New USA w\Supplied Manufacturer AccessoriesPLUS !!! 1- Rechargeable VW-VBG260 Extended Life Lithium Ion Replacement Battery (Not Original Panasonic) (Don't Miss out on a Memory!)1- External Rapid Quick, Travel Charger (Always ...

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Panasonic AVCCAM

This Kit Includes:1- Panasonic AG-AC130 AVCCAM HD Handheld Camcorder1- Deluxe Soft Padded Large Carrying Case1- 8GB SDHC Memory Card1- SSE Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

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[TVperson1]

If they can fix the skewing problem I will buy one of these, if not, I'm looking at a Sony Z5 or V1.

[mpegfailsafe]

Wonderful camera - I have had one for a few months now! I just wish Panasonic would have enabled Linear PCM audio recording, and possibly the DV mode.

[frisko2727]

does this camera have a photo mode?

[drmspaz]

aside from the included software what other software is recommended for editing and manipulating the camera's video

[drmspaz]

aside from the included software what other software is recommended for editing and manipulating the camera's video

[drmspaz]

what software is recommended for editing and manipulating the camera's video

[beenjamminunc13]

is it a ccd?

[SimplySmashingPro]

How well does it work with mac

[eastonhcky7]

@SimplySmashingPro If you have final cut 7 on your mac it works great. Log and transfer makes uploading the video super easy.

[Arvis171]

This camera is great, but handle is horrible and ugly

[ashare06]

Which camera takes the lead when it comes to overall video quality?...HMC 40 or GH2 micro four thirds?...

[bestamerica]

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how come no more make HI8MM videotape with a digitalcamera

[kruff10]

i am thinking of getting this cam or the JVC GY HM100U witch records at 35 mbps,

the panisonic hmc 150 only records at 24 mbps, any one have any input on this??

[joey123433]

can you upload this on any computer of do you need a special computer

[vittoriostoraro]

DOES IT WORK EASILY with a MAC ? (NOT a Quad core) It amazes me that most people use MACs for this kind of work and its STILL an issue.

[CrunchyCardMachinima]

Can you add the video to the computer through usb?

[xtramilkindamornin]

can you please tell me if this camera records in the aspect ratio of 4:3?

[xtramilkindamornin]

does this camera film in the aspect ratio of 4:3?

[RimonKing]

Does the camera come with a microphone?

[Nicsho]

Is there a student discount?

[dave3string]

wiil u sell the mini battery that came with it?

[idontfilm]

if ur looking to buy this camera and like it..BUY IT! if you know how to use this and edit... this camera is perfect

[TheMovieMaker2]

To people thinking of buying this camcorder i thought it was a great one at first but. One problem is that the lens and 3mos chips are the same as in some of the consumers camcorder so basically they have put it in bigger case. And its alot more your better saving up for the AG-HMC150.

[rnickeymouse]

What really is disappointing is the new tm700 does 1080/60p. The tm700 replaces the tm300. The tm300 was basically the hmc40 on the inside. Better off buying the tm700 for half the price.

[TheMovieMaker2]

@rnickeymouse Your right but im going to save up for the Hmc150 because i need something more professional but if you dont have alot of money go for the tm700

[rnickeymouse]

I'm looking at the HMC150 also.. and the new Sony NXCAM. I really would like 1080/60p though unless it's just a gimmick.

[TheMovieMaker2]

Thanks for telling me about the NXCAM i haven't seen it yet but i was wondering is it actually out yet? And i hope it will be a good price when it is

[5borosSkate]

but this has more features like automatic focus and better colors but i agree i would rather save up more for the hmc150

[SpiderWoman14]

It would be perfect if it took 12.2mp still pictures

[tbhnbikes1]

Im going to college for video production i like this camera. Is this appropriate for a college student? i really like it. i have a macbook pro with final cut express. is is compatible? thnks

[tuckerjeffrey]

Is this compatible with the latest Macbook Pro and Imovie 09 software for image editing? Thanks, i really enjoyed the video, seems like a very good camera for the money. I would like to learn more about how good the still quality is on this. Any one have any comments?

[BBKerik]

Having problems importing video on to MACBOOK Pro from HMC 40... just imports as VCL and can't IMovie or Quicktime... Any advice?

[kazcnepj]

How would this camcord be for shooting in a night club? Would it require an LED light?

[shadow1118pimp]

probably

[l1nde]

Sorry for bothering again. But what would the upsites of this cam be, compared to my HDR-XR520. Because this camcorder i currently got has an amazing HDD on 240gb and it has awsome HD-quality on both daylighted images and very low lighted. It even has a TOYALLY darkness recordning mode.

What does make this camcorder better? I'm just doing as much research as i can :)

[l1nde]

Does other SD cards than Panasonic work with this? Let's say a A-Data16GB Class 10?

[PBTSProVideo]

You do not need to use Panasonic SD cards for this camera. We'd like you to, but that's your choice. You can use other brands. Using a Class 10 card is the right way to go since it gives you a faster transfer speed for your footage.

[l1nde]

Okey thanks for the reply. I think i'm 85% sure i'm going to buy this camcorder, i just need to know the last details.

If the different SD cards has any impact on the video quality.

How long it shoots on a 32gb card in best quality.

And if you need anything that dosent come with the cam, to actually transfer the files proberly.

I hope you can help me with these things before i buy the camcorder :)

Thanks.

[PBTSProVideo]

I would check the web to learn more A-Data. Buying a Class 10 card is the right thing, because its made for high-res HD video.The 40 records at 4 quality levels. At the lowest level, you can record up to 6 hrs on a 16GB card, and at the highest level (22-25Mbps), you can record for 1-1/2 hrs. Theres many ways to transfer footage: directly from camera to computer, or by placing the SD card in computers SD slot, or by using an USB-to-SD adapter, which are inexpensive.

[Gorilman34]

@l1nde At 24Mbps, it can shoot a little under 3 hours.

[PBTSProVideo]

I would check the web to learn more about the quality of A-Data. Buying a Class 10 card is the right thing, because its made for high-res HD video. The 40 records at 4 quality levels. At the lowest quality level, you can record up to 6 hrs on a 16GB card, and at the highest level (22-25Mbps), you can record for 1-1/2 hrs.

[RedRumEntertainment]

Is this a good camera for making short films?

[thundavolt]

It should be more than enough just make sure your Editing software and computer can handle the files or you have a nice work flow for conversion.

[lvlik9]

does anyone know if this camera have a live audio (headphone) and video output...what is your experience with it, for those of you who own one....I want to get one in the future..

[Petyamester]

This camera dies in low light conditions.

[mbsevans]

Rmaster, when you have an inkling of what you speak, feel free to come back and post an educated and logical comment, because your current posting is completely off base. Until then...well I am sure you get the picture. LOL

[Rmaster193193]

ok fine its cool but, like most film makers i need a MINI DV tape for my backup i realy dont want to go back and reshoot the dam scene agian plus the hard drive could crash and then i have no way to get it back even the PRO cameras have both MINI DV and SD card for that reason. so i give this camera a 6

[freshsqueezemedia]

I find MiniDV to be a highly unreliable backup source. I find that my tapes begin to degrade within a year and half giving me poor and sometimes unusable video content. I can understand your concerns for backup though. I think the best backup method is an external hard drive, and an off-site backup service like carbonite.

[langevinproductions]

I was told thru reading a review that it gets artifacts with fast motion? Is this true?

[freshsqueezemedia]

UPDATE: Okay, here's an update on my HMC40 that I sent in for service a week after purchase after it wouldn't turn back on. I ended up getting it back several days after I was originally told I would get it (got it today - Fri... was told I'd have it back by Mon). I was told some board in it has burned out for an unknown reason. After getting it back all seemed well and good until I realized I DIDN'T HAVE ANY AUDIO! Back to the shop it goes and I'm out $3K in work as a result. Not good.

[freshsqueezemedia]

UPDATE 2: While things haven't exactly been peachy with my camera, I will say that Panasonic's customer service is quick to respond to customer needs. Panasonic is overnighting a loaner camera to me so I won't be out any money while mine is back in for repair. They were extremely apologetic and are working to make things right. Two thumbs up!!!!

[freshsqueezemedia]

I just wanted to note that no one should take my troubles as indicative of this camera. Everyone else that I have seen online has had no problems, and I think I'm just one of those flukes that sometimes happens. The quality of the video and audio (with the external xlr mic) make this camera a rock solid investment for the price. You really can't go wrong getting it.

[enjoiskate11]

panasonic should make an hd camera with interchangable lenses. that would sell so fast

[freshsqueezemedia]

I got this camera last week. Video it takes is simply amazing and the audio is amazing to boot. One problem though... it died on me a week after getting it.

I was importing my first set of clips to Final Cut and everything was going smooth until the end. I got an error on the computer after the files were done and the camera shut itself off. It hasn't turned on since. I'm waiting for a call back from Panasonic on Monday.

[freshsqueezemedia]

Got a call back from Panasonic today. They are providing me with a shipping label to return the camera for service and said I should have it back in about 5 days. This is the first time they have heard of the issue and assume it's some sort of a fluke thing. So far, they're getting two thumbs up for service.

[astrosocko]

How is recording in low light ?

[freshsqueezemedia]

Unfortunately I really didn't have a chance to do any low light shooting conditions before it quit working. I'll have to let you know after I get it back.

[TheEnvelopeMan]

Does panasonic allow monthly payments on their site for this camera?

[freshsqueezemedia]

You have to buy through a dealer. B&H offers 6 months on the "Bill Me Later" plan.

[norsknerd]

can someone please tell me the difference between the AG-HMC40 and the AG-HMC41E?

thanks in advance

[shugpro]

the 41 is the PAL version, the 40 is the NTSC version.

[norsknerd]

I know that now:p

I actually own the European PAL 50hrz version now:P

[norsknerd]

I am this close to buying the camera=D

Just need to sort out the paper work=D

[clownrags]

great cam but pay a bit more an u get the JVC GY-HM100

[Fisheyland]

PERFECT camcorder. AMAZING price. This is #1 on my list.

[MikeyMinimo]

i really want one so bad. I need to do some interviews w/ professional athletes.

[SalComuna]

perfect amazing!!! 5/5