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AG-CX350

Broadcast 4K camcorder with 1-inch 15MP MOS sensor, 20x zoom, 10-bit ALL-Intra/HEVC, HLG, 3G-SDI, dual XLR, and NDI|HX option.

$5,995

Launch price

Released Sep 2019

vs

Panasonic

HC-X2

1-inch 15MP pro camcorder with 20x 24.5–490mm zoom, 4K60p 10-bit, 13-stop V-Log/HLG, triple manual rings, and RTMP streaming.

$3,399

Launch price

Released Oct 2022

HC-X2 is 3.1 years newer.

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Wins

8categories

AG-CX350

Sports & ActionWildlife

Wins

1categories

HC-X2

WildlifeSports & Action

9 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

AG-CX350 wins 5 categories·HC-X2 wins 0 categories
  • AAG-CX350 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
  • AAG-CX350 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
  • AAG-CX350 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
  • AAG-CX350 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
  • AAG-CX350 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)

Key specs at a glance

AG-CX350HC-X2
Resolution15 MP15 MP
SensorMFTMFT
ISO max51,20025,600
Burst30 fps20 fps
4K120 fps60 fps
IBIS8-stop7-stop
Weight580 g580 g
Battery520 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

AG-CX350

134 × 91 × 72 mm

580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

HC-X2

134 × 91 × 72 mm

580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)

AG-CX350 and HC-X2 share virtually identical body dimensions.

AG-CX350 and HC-X2 weigh the same.

Depth (front-to-back): 72mm AG-CX350 · 72mm HC-X2

Sensor size, to scale

AG-CX350

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

HC-X2

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseAG-CX350HC-X2
Portrait
4.0Fair
4.0Fair
Sports & Action
10.0Excellent✓ wins
7.5Good
Video & Hybrid
9.5Excellent✓ wins
7.5Good
Landscape
3.5Limited
3.5Limited
Travel
7.0Good
7.5Good✓ wins
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
9.0Excellent
Vlogging
7.0Good
7.0Good

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

AG-CX350

  • Max video bit rate

    600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B

  • RAW buffer depth

    200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better

  • Burst (mechanical)

    12 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better

Reasons to choose

HC-X2

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 15 MP
  • AA filterBoth support aa filter
  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • AF points / zonesBoth 225
  • AF frame coverageBoth 90 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

AG-CX350

Pros

  • 1-inch 15MP MOS (2000 TV lines)
  • 4K 10-bit ALL-Intra & HEVC LongG
  • 3G-SDI + dual XLR + genlock/timecode
  • Built-in ND + IR cut filter
  • HLG / V-Log L compatible workflow

Cons

  • Heavy at 1.9 kg body-only
  • Premium broadcast pricing
  • Fixed 20x lens
  • NDI requires optional license

HC-X2

Pros

  • 1-inch 15MP MOS sensor
  • 4K60p 10-bit HEVC/LongG
  • 13-stop V-Log + HLG HDR
  • Triple manual focus/zoom/iris rings
  • Ethernet RTMP + dual XLR handle

Cons

  • No SDI (HDMI only)
  • Premium over HC-X1600
  • Fixed lens only
  • Heavier than HC-X1200 series

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Full specifications

= category winner

AG-CX350
HC-X2
Resolution
15 MP
15 MP
Sensor type
Four Thirds Live MOS
Four Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size
17.3 × 13.0 mm
17.3 × 13.0 mm
AA filter
Yes
Yes
AG-CX350
HC-X2
Processor
Venus Engine
Venus Engine
AG-CX350
HC-X2
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
51,200+1 stop
25,600
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
102,400
AG-CX350
HC-X2
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, AG-CX350 or HC-X2?

AG-CX350 scores 10.0/10 versus 7.5/10 for HC-X2 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.

What's the resolution difference between the AG-CX350 and HC-X2?

Both cameras share the same 15 MP resolution.

Do the AG-CX350 and HC-X2 have in-body image stabilization?

AG-CX350 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while HC-X2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the AG-CX350 or the HC-X2?

AG-CX350 reaches 30 fps electronic. HC-X2 reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the AG-CX350 and HC-X2?

Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.

Do the AG-CX350 and HC-X2 record 4K video?

AG-CX350: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. HC-X2: 4K up to 60p.

Are the AG-CX350 and HC-X2 weather sealed?

AG-CX350: Yes. HC-X2: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the AG-CX350 and 640 shots for the HC-X2, giving the HC-X2 the edge.

How much does each cost?

AG-CX350 launched at $5,995 and HC-X2 at $3,399. The HC-X2 is $2,596 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.