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alaScore 89

22 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 reviews of Panasonic HX-A1. The average rating for this product is 2.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the price and size. The usability and portability also get good feedback. Many are critical about the battery and durability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Panasonic HX-A1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic HX-A1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Panasonic HX-A1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the size, but there are some mixed views about the portability.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic HX-A1

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Panasonic HX-A1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the portability. Many are critical about the image quality.

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0% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Dave Cheng (cnet.com)

Wondering what goes bump in the night? The Panasonic HX-A1 will show you (review)

 

The HX-A1 action cam's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, and its night-vision capabilities give it an edge under cover of darkness. But is it the best choice?

The Panasonic HX-A1 is a super-light and compact action cam. Out-of-the-box night-vision makes it the only action cam for shooting in total darkness. An included adapter for use with GoPro mounts gives buyers accessory options.

The A1's image quality suffers due to compression artifacting. The A1 also doesn't have an underwater case for waterproofing beyond the camera's low built-in rating so underwater filming is restricted. Pedestrian battery life won't suit those shooting...

The HX-A1's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, but there are better choices.

Sep, 2015
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Expert review by : Dave Cheng (cnet.com.au)

Wondering what goes bump in the night? The Panasonic HX-A1 will show you (review)

 

With 4K capability being pushed by Sony and GoPro in their top-of-the-line cameras, HD action cams like the Panasonic HX-A1 compete for budget-minded buyers. The A1 is an affordable full-HD action cam selling for $199.99, £179.99 or AU$299. The A1...

The Panasonic HX-A1 is a super-light and compact action cam. Out-of-the-box night-vision makes it the only action cam for shooting in total darkness. An included adapter for use with GoPro mounts gives buyers accessory options

The A1's image quality suffers due to compression artifacting. The A1 also doesn't have an underwater case for waterproofing beyond the camera's low built-in rating so underwater filming is restricted. Pedestrian battery life won't suit those shooting...

The HX-A1's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, but there are better choices.

Sep, 2015
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Expert review by : Dave Cheng (cnet.co.uk)

Panasonic HX-A1 review

 

With 4K capability being pushed by Sony and GoPro in their top-of-the-line cameras, HD action cams like the Panasonic HX-A1 compete for budget-minded buyers. The A1 is an affordable full-HD action cam selling for $199.99, £179.99 or AU$299. The A1...

The Panasonic HX-A1 is a super-light and compact action cam. Out-of-the-box night-vision makes it the only action cam for shooting in total darkness. An included adapter for use with GoPro mounts gives buyers accessory options.

The A1's image quality suffers due to compression artifacting. The A1 also doesn't have an underwater case for waterproofing beyond the camera's low built-in rating so underwater filming is restricted. Pedestrian battery life won't suit those shooting...

The HX-A1's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, but there are better choices.

Sep, 2015
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Expert review by : David Hollingworth (pcauthority.com.au)

One Minute Review: Panasonic HX-A1

 

Panasonic has an unexpected miss with its new action cam.

... as a camera, it suffers.

Mar, 2016
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Expert review by : Digit Digital Cameras (digit.in)

Panasonic HX-A1

 

Panasonic HX-A1 is a uniquely shaped, rugged, extremely light weight, wearable camera which is shockproof (height of 1.5 metres), waterproof ( upto 1.5 meters), dustproof and freezeproof (down to a chilly minus 10 degrees C) and thus can withstand...

Dec, 2015
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