Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 or JVC GC-PX100 Full HD

[Razerium]

Hey guys,
I'm sorry for posting this much but I have a lot of questions.

Somebody here posted the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200.
Now, i'm ONLY interested in video, not photos. And this is a photo camera, not a video-only camera. I'd like to be high fps because I need to slow-mo footage. Another person mentioned the JVC GC-PX100 Full HD, but I'm not sure which one is better for slow motion footage HD! I wont only be doing slow motion footage of course, but mostly.

That's pretty much it! Please help!

 

[Razerium]

Hi razerium - I'm the guy who recommended the FZ200. These days, the distinction between "photo" cameras and "video" cameras has pretty much disappeared. I have 5 of these "hybrid" still/video cameras from Panasonic ranging from the FZ150 all the way up to the GH3 and they all take terrific stills and video.

In fact, a Panasonic still/video hybrid camera, the GH2, was used to shoot the theatrical feature film, Upstream Color.

Here is the trailer: http/vimeo.com/57342043

And here is the full movie on Amazon Instant Video.

So I don't think you need to worry about whether Panasonic hybrid cameras are still cameras or camcorders. They're both.

As I said in my earlier post, the $899 JVC GC-PX100's slow motion footage is not HD. As camcorderinfo says in their review of this camera, "Although the PX100's promotional materials might have you believing otherwise, there are some limitations to the camcorder's high-speed shooting mode. It's important to be aware that each high-speed frame rate comes with a resolution penalty, some of which are quite severe."

At 120fps, the JVC's image has only 640X360 resolution. That compares unfavorably with the FZ200's HD 1280x720 resolution at the same frame rate.

Here's the JVC at 120fps and 640x360 resolution:

http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=_r2dlM3P5Po

Here's the Panasonic FZ200 at 120fps and 1280x720 resolution (please watch at 720p):

http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-J6NumsVCY

Here's what pros are doing with this little camera and its slow motion mode:

http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN8TZxdYRGE

The Panasonic FZ200 is on sale right now for $499 at Amazon.

Hope this is helpful!

Bill
Hybrid Camera Revolution

Thanks! I think I'll be getting that one. On another note, do you suggestions for accessories? I have a lot of money left over, so I can get myself some nice and professional accessories. Any ideas? Tripod, maybe external mic? I don't really know anything about camera ports or anything so please help
EDIT:
Also, so this camera records 120fps in 720p, 60fps in 1080 and 30fps in 1080?

 

[AARental]

I would like to first point out tht the JVC GC-PX100 IS FULL 1080p HD capable, though it does go down in resolution a bit, but not dramatically! I would also like to say that for your specifications of what you need in a camera the JVC GC-PX100 seems to be the clear winner here. While the FZ200 captures at variable frame rates up to 120fps (NTSC) and 100fps (PAL); The JVC GC-PX100 will capture variable frame rates of video at 120fps - 600fps! The JVC is known for it's High speed capturing which in return gives you a higher frame rate than the FZ200. For your best choice I would suggest on picking up The JVC GC-PX100 *Full HD.
My information is creditable and you can review it straight from the manufacturer's official website.
***JVC GC-PX100: http/procisioncam.jvc.com/#SHOOTING

**Slow Motion Test: http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DiY6C83arU
**B&H Review: http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJyH96GacZ0
FZ200: http/www.panasonic.net/avc/lumix/compact/fz200/index.html


Ben
Lead AV Tech, AA Rental

 

[Razerium]

Hi razerium - if you agree that the GC-PX100's 640x360 resolution at 120fps is going down in resolution "a bit", you may want to rent the camera from LensRentals for $81 + tax for 3 days (postage included) and see for yourself before you make your final decision: https/www.lensrentals.com/rent/video/cameras/jvc/jvc-gc-px100-everio

Good luck,

Bill

Hey guys, I just really need to have it slow motion in HD. However with the looks of the JVC, it's tempting. It looks AMAZING

 

[Razerium]

I would like to first point out tht the JVC GC-PX100 IS FULL 1080p HD capable, though it does go down in resolution a bit, but not dramatically! I would also like to say that for your specifications of what you need in a camera the JVC GC-PX100 seems to be the clear winner here. While the FZ200 captures at variable frame rates up to 120fps (NTSC) and 100fps (PAL); The JVC GC-PX100 will capture variable frame rates of video at 120fps - 600fps! The JVC is known for it's High speed capturing which in return gives you a higher frame rate than the FZ200. For your best choice I would suggest on picking up The JVC GC-PX100 *Full HD.
My information is creditable and you can review it straight from the manufacturer's official website.
***JVC GC-PX100: http/procisioncam.jvc.com/#SHOOTING

**Slow Motion Test: http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DiY6C83arU
**B&H Review: http/www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJyH96GacZ0
FZ200: http/www.panasonic.net/avc/lumix/compact/fz200/index.html


Ben
Lead AV Tech, AA Rental

I'm going to be making YouTube videos, and 720p is pretty much a necessity for good videos... So I think the Lumiz fz200 is the winner

 

[Razerium]

[I'm going to be making YouTube videos, and 720p is pretty much a necessity for good videos... So I think the Lumiz fz200 is the winner

Congrats on your decision - please post links to your videos after you get your FZ200 (still on sale for $499 last time I checked) - it would be great to see your results!

Bill
Hybrid Camera Revolution

Sorry, just made another post today, I just realized I had more $$

Please check it out and help me! (I'll vote you as best answer on this post for all this hard work you did it's just amazing to see someone that determined to help someone out. I hope you'll get a badge soon

Here's my new post: http/www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1808838/400-camcorder.html