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Panasonic|SKU: HC-VX981K

Panasonic HC-VX981K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder

$797.99 $1,257.18
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Product highlights

  • 18.9MP 1/2.3 inch BSI MOS sensor
  • 4K Ultra HD video at 24/30 fps
  • 3.0-inch Touchscreen LCD
  • 20x Leica Dicomar optical zoom lens
  • Wireless multi-camera support
  • 5-Axis HYBRID O.I.S.+ and level shot
  • In-camera 4K cropping and editing
  • Capture stills from 4K video frames
  • HDR movie mode

In the box

  • Panasonic HC-VX981K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder
  • Rechargeable 1940mAh Battery
  • AC Adapter
  • Micro-HDMI Cable
  • USB Cable
  • Lens Hood
  • Shoe Adapter
  • HD Writer AE 5.3 (Download)
  • Limited 1-Year Warranty on Parts
  • Limited 90-Day Warranty on Labor

Free standard shipping

*Orders placed before 1 PM EST Mon - Thur will ship the same day. Orders placed beyond these hours will be shipped the next business day. Exclusions apply. See shipping policy

Free Local Pickup

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The Panasonic VX981 4K Ultra HD camcorder brings simplicity to the 4K recording experience. It adds in-camera editing solutions that can enable anyone to capture and produce content without complex software. An innovative HDR mode reclaims highlights and shadows often lost by most compact camcorders. For those without a 4K display option, the VX981 offers in-camera downsampling to 1080p displays. Plus the ability to create multi-camera scene picture-in-picture recordings simply by adding a Wi-Fi link to a mobile device camera.

HDR (High Dynamic Range) Movie

By combining two images taken with different exposures, blown highlights and blocked shadows are eliminated. A dedicated HDR button enables quick mode changes.

High-Quality Core Technologies

The remarkable LEICA Dicomar lens produces the subtle nuances and shading LEICA lenses are renowned for. An advanced BSI Sensor supported by a 4K Crystal Engine suppresses distortion to consistently give an accurate rendering of the scene.

Wireless Multi Camera

Built in Wi-Fi links up to three smartphones simultaneously to record picture-in-picture from multiple angles.

Shipping & Returns

  • Same Day Shipping


    All orders placed by 1PM( EST), Monday through Thursday, and by 11AM (EST) on Friday, are shipped same day. Orders placed outside these times will ship the next business day. We do not ship internationally or to Puerto Rico, Guam and other US territories at this time. For more details click here.

  • Free Standard Shipping


    We offer free standard shipping on thousands of items within the continental USA (this does not include Alaska and Hawaii).



  • Easy returns


    If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, our flexible 30-day free return policy makes it easy to get a full refund. Click here to view our return policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I return an item?

Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.

Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?

You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.

How many days do I have to make a return?

You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days. 

My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?

If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage. 

There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?

Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.

Can I exchange an item?

We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.

If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?

If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.

I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?

If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.

Do you offer repairs?

We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.

What is your return policy?

Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy. 

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