Comparaison Sony AX53 Panasonic HC-VXF1 (UHD)

the fundamental scenes are missing for me: how do they behave in the theater, in a concert, at a wedding with many faces of people? I know the Sony which is very soft in general and therefore I think it is excellent in videos where there are human beings. The Panasonic seems more sharp to me, which will be good for documentaries with objects, without people in the foreground.

Panasonic est le meilleur, je pense.

I love Sony products, and I have the Sony AX53, 
but I have to admit that the Panasonic HC-VXF1 is spectacular and I may buy it.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

anyone know the soundtrack?

Hmm. Might as well use the hc-v520 a 550 a 570.
It has more zoom too (altho its full hd and not 4k)

¡Uauh, PANASONIC! Me he quedado gratamente impresionado.

La mejor comparación, gracias!

Whats the name of the music?

Very good comparision. Thanks.

Thanks a lot for share.

In my country the AX53 and the VXF1 have exactly the same price, but the AX53 is a lot more popular. The 0.24" 1.5M EVF on both is (almost) totally useless. The VX1 is the same as VXF1 without the EVF, lens ring and front buttons, and (a lot) less expensive. Panasonic build an entire range on this 1/2.5" sensor and the 25-600 lens (2015 technology): VX1, VXF1, X1500, X2000, CX-10, so Panasonic believed in this technology in 2020. It's 2022, and the big question: is it meaningful to go back in time, or stay with 1" (video) cameras trend started with AX100 in 2014 and go for cameras from Canon (XA50, G60, GX10, XF400) or Sony AX700, NX80, PZ90, RX10iv, ZV1 all with brutally excellent 1" sensor with phase-detect video AF?

If you could chose a camcorder with great video quality, good battery life for traveling, vlogging, hiking, backpacking etc, which one would you chose and why? Doesn't have to be one of these two but generally speaking. It needs to work good in low light and if it has an ir sensor it will also be good but it is not a must. I will be moving alot when filming both myself and others , maybe also put in up on a tripod occasionally.

Can you set the video recorded on the camera to appear by year/month/hour/minute/second?

Wow 4 years later and these are still the current camcorders on the market (even though they came out 2 years prior to this video!). So I'm currently looking for a 4K Camcorder. Thoughts here are both have pro's and cons. Overall I'd say Sony wins unless you want film zoomed in full all the time (who does that) or do low light without additional lighting sources. Sonys colour is a little more neutral and without the crushed blacks that Panasonic is creating allowing for more colour control when editing. Sony also has a wider dynamic range as well, so Sony for me - thanks.

I have owned both of these cameras. The SONY was sold off because the gyro/gimbalised steady cam is absolutely hopeless - it never stays still. Even on a tripod, the lens seems to be moving ever-so slightly, and following a moving object produces a weird effect of never really seizing on the subject for a moment. It's like you are filming everything from a small boat. The Panasonic cameras have, in contrast, nailed stabilisation. It's also interesting to note that throughout the Covid period, combined with shortages of microchips that has also produced a drought of cameras on the market, the Sony AX53 has remained available throughout (in the UK). Very telling indeed. I have also come across two other AX53 users who have returned their cameras to their dealers for the same reasons I did - that awful stabilisation. Shame, because apart from that, the AX53 is a very nice camera indeed. The Panasonic is superior however.

Once in the future, put "camera 1" and "camera 2", let the people vote, and come back after a year and say what was which camera.

Cool test.

Highly similar cameras. How is the macro?

Sensor Format 1 / 2.5 Inch, (SMALL LENTIL SENSOR) Even in 3-4 meters distance, people's faces are not recognized. Pay attention to test videos. The quality of the video he takes is not worth the money. Let's never talk about photo quality.

day time the Sony seems to be a tad sharper with cooler colors, low light and contrasty scenes would make the Panasonic winner . it would be a difficult pick but I prefer the warmer touch of Panasonic , I always felt that Panasonic gave me a better run for my dollar than Sony would

Sony wins

Panasonic appears to be the winner. Produces a sharper Image especially in the telephoto mode. It also appears to be better in low-light. I did own the Sony FDR-AX53 but I sold it. The gyroscopic image stabilisation was incredible, but the camera didn't perform so well in low-light, especially when zoomed in on objects. It also had trouble focussing on objects in low-light when it was in telephoto mode. Otherwise it was a great camera and served me well.

The Sony have better dynamic range. Both camera are pretty soft looks like 720p quality.

Panasonic has natural colors. Sony picture is anemic.

do tell us ur computer specs,,,, how to edit 4k vdo pls,,,,camcorder is half the cost

Sony win

I like this review, no BS. I think the Sony looks better, stabilizes more naturally and provides better range that allows for more precise tweaking in post.

Is the mic shoe in the back of the camera other models ? I want to use rode mic on video for older versions of Panasonic the mic shoe in the back made it hard for people to zoom.

For what I would need it for, I would pick the Panasonic camera. Low Light condition mode is crucial, better stabilizor system too.

Panasonic image + jaune/chaude

Panasonic is the best.

Low light performance is important to me, so I prefer the Panasonic.

Nice test.

El Panasonic VXF1 tiene lente más luminoso y colores más realistas y nítido

To tell the truth, I'm not very good in this, but I prefer Sony... BTW have a Sony HDR AS-50

I'll go for the Sony...who takes picture's in the dark???! :)

Price. Video Resolution. Zoom. Stabilization. Low light.

I Prefer the Sony ax53 as it seems more natural. The higher contrast in the Panasonic seems to wash out brighter zones in the picture. Im sure with both cameras these can be adjusted.

Panasonic is better)

Allow me to share my experience with you. I had a Sony AX53 unit for a few months, and I sold it out of desperation. If you tape live gigs, Sony is NOT for you then - its performances in low light conditions are utterly disappointing. On the other hand, the Panasonic HC-VXF990 delivers stunning results as long as you know how to properly set the unit in manual mode.
AUTO MODE IS NOT THE WAY TO GO. If you tape live shows, you need to set the camcorder manually (F 1/50, gain +6 may be enough). The Panasonic unit will you deliver great results in such conditions, while the AX53 will most likely disappoint you. Anyway, whatever cam you choose, you need to learn how to properly set it manually if you want to achieve stunning results. And again, if you tape live gigs in low light conditions, then do yourself a favour and buy the HC-VXF1, which is event better than the HC-VXF990

Wow, there isn’t a clear winner.. low light, I preferred the PANASONIC..image stability maybe more the Sony.. and outside - they both had times were they were better

Sony wins

Pana gives true color

Thanks for this comparison!

Thank you for this video, I narrowed my decision down to these two, going with the Sony, it has a better dynamic range, natural tone, and a photographic quality that the Panasonic lacks, it still look like camcorder footage.

Thanks for the video test. The Pana VXF1 video performance is very similar to the compact Lumix TZ90. The sensor size is the same (1:2,5) vs. (1:2,3), te zoom range (24-600) vs (24-720). Furthermore the TZ90 has integrated flash, 20 Mp photo, 2 bague de réglage, it is more compact and costs twice less! Pouvez-vous faire une video comparaison entre les deux?

Panasonic gives detail and true color😍