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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 330 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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90%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the HC-VX870K's excellent video quality, ease of use, and compact size. Many users are impressed with the 4K video quality and find the camcorder easy to operate, even for those who are not tech-savvy. While some users have concerns about battery life, overall, customers are pleased with the camcorder's performance and image quality.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    So far it works ok

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Buying the battery with a higher capacity seems to be hard to do it? Can you give a suggestion? So far it works ok, however when i records something in the house with fluorescent light the movie seems so bad not good

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works Great! Does what we wanted it to do. It was the only camcorder they had in stock that day. Empty Shelves!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are glad to hear that you are enjoying the product, thank you for the 5 stars! -G Panasonic

  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Do not recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I would not recommend this camera for long amounts of film. I used it to film a wedding and in dim light it was very grainy. It also shut down often with an “error” but nothing was wrong. The battery life after charged overnight was only about an hour. The only good thing about this camera was that best buy accepted my return in full with these issues.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate your feedback! -M Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gift

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a gift, so I do not know who’s it preformed

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to have earned your 5-star rating. -M Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Crisp image quality

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We use this for live streaming via the HDMI out to a Elgato capture card. Camera has a great high bitrate output.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your valuable feedback. Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It's a good camcorder

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to replace an older one I have, and although it doesn't have as many features as the other one, it still gets the job done.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This camera does some amazing things especially the slow motion recording. This is great for posting videos online for good clarity or just recording family events.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Family Camara

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like this Camara it very nice i using for my vacation

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      It is our pleasure to hear your valuable feedback. -C Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Recent corona virus problems caused me to need one so after great study settled on this model for use and value. Its been great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It’s okay

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good camera but the hdmi cable is backward from my Other equipment so I had to spend additional money on an adapter.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Panasonic

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I can't wait to start shooting with this fantastic camera. Streaming, shorts, and maybe even a feature. #excited

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So far, so good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve only shot still photos so far. The quality was impressive. The camera is sturdy and works well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Compact professional camcorder

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Essential device for recording family memories and interviews for future generations. Somewhat pricey, though.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect camera for travel; beautiful movies; great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the camera from Best Buy because of my long standing relationship with your company. Whatever the product, you guys haven’t let me down yet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    HDMI Output doesnt display when recording at 4k

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall, I love this camera. It has a lot of great features. Unfortunately, when recording in 4k, LCD works, but the hdmi external display doesn't work, goes blank. Works fine when recording in lower resolution.(1080p or AVCH).... but that defeats the purpose of the 4k camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback with us! Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    geat 4k cam for beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    20x opitical ergonomic lots of features stabilization

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for church live streaming

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's simple to setup and use with any PC. Clear picture and also has an input for a microphone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review.. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't waste your money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I specialize in photography and was recently asked to cover some equine events that require video entries. So my photographer title temporarily switched to videographer. I had purchased this camera in hopes that it would produce great quality video that would make my clients stand out. Unfortunately the shipping was the biggest issue. The store I ordered the camera from was a mere 30miles away, but it still did not arrive on time. I ended up purchasing the $200 panasonic camcorder to get me through the event since the 4k one had not arrived. I was eventually able to compare the 2 cameras. The picture quality was grainy and absolutely terrible. The cheap version was better quality. Ended up returning it , definitely over paid for worse than cell phone quality video.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am very pleased with my new camcorder it does just what I want it to do

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for sharing your positive experience! -M Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GIft of the same camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Seems like it was a great camera. But I returned it when I had someone gift me one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the feedback. Panasonic