HX-A500, it was clearly time to see how these two 4K cameras compare.
Now I'm not going to get into detailed specs, and all try to make myself seem like a mad scientist by sounding smart. Instead I'll have you check out the video so you can make judgement of what your eyeballs see. Then I will get into my opinion on both products. Check out the video below.
Here's my analysis.
GoPro HD Hero 4, whatcha need to know. Well, if you buy this bad boy hopefully you were a previous owner of one of the other Hero's. Why? Accessories, accessories, accessories. Buying the black edition is gonna cost you $499. If you need certain things such as a head strap, chest strap, or my favorite, a LCD screen, your going to need to shell out some extra cash flow. Money is the biggest problem for the consumer, but the biggest pro for the manufacture.
The Hero 4 has the better film look, image quality, and the wider view. Since this is an actual camera and the action camera king GoPro wins in performance.
Okay, so should you get a HD Hero 4 with that being said? Well lets talk about some big factor that can sway you towards the Panasonic HX-A500.
Do you have decent video editing skills to adjust colors? Will a $100 less $399 and below suit your budget better? If so the Panasonic might be a better route.
Yes the Panasonic is cheaper, but not only that it comes with features to make it even more of a steal with 4K capabilities at 30 fps at a bargain price.
LCD screen is part of the unit. You just saved yourself $70+. The head strap is also included, which probably just saved you another $20+. Man this head strap sure is comfortable and doesn't look as foolish as the other cameras you strap to your dome. Also I dig the armband.
Now for your video editing skills to come in. Rolling shutter, the distortion effect on this camera can get pretty nasty. Sometimes the video can seem to flat in color. This will be the time to use some skill in post processing. A plus is the rendering time on Panasonic's video format is quicker compared to the Hero 4.
In conclusion I believe it all comes down to what you want to spend. If you got the cash to fork over, get the Hero 4. If your on a budget do your research and maybe get the Panasonic HX-A500.
G Whiz Info: Water proof tough point and shoot cameras are a great alternative when looking for an action cam. No 4K 30fps ones at the moment, but don't worry that will change in 2015. Also you have more features with point and shoots then you do with action cameras. For example, zoom in, zoom out, on camera filters, and a flash when taking photos.
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