Panasonic
HC-X1600
Mid-tier 4K60p camcorder with 1/2.5-inch MOS sensor, 24x 25–600mm zoom, 3G-SDI, face-detection AF, and USB-PD power.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Mar 2021
Sony
HXR-NX800
AI-powered NXCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x zoom, 4K60/120p HLG, variable ND, RTMP/SRT streaming, and Cinema Line color match.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
HXR-NX800 is 3.5 years newer.
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Wins
HC-X1600
Wins
HXR-NX800
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BHXR-NX800 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BHXR-NX800 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- BHXR-NX800 has higher Resolution (14 MP vs 8.29 MP)
- BHXR-NX800 has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BHXR-NX800 has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareHC-X1600
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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HXR-NX800
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800 share virtually identical body dimensions.
HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm HC-X1600 · 72mm HXR-NX800
Sensor size, to scale
HC-X1600
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
HXR-NX800
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
HC-X1600
No major advantages on measured specs.
Reasons to choose
HXR-NX800
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Resolution
14 MP vs 8.29 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 90 % — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
HC-X1600
Pros
- ✓4K 60p internal recording
- ✓24x f/1.8–4.0 optical zoom
- ✓3G-SDI + full HDMI output
- ✓Face Detection AF/AE
- ✓USB-PD + dual SD slots
Cons
- –1/2.5-inch sensor
- –No XLR without handle unit
- –Smaller sensor than HC-X2
- –Superseded by HC-X2100 in lineup
HXR-NX800
Pros
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓20x 24–480mm f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓Variable electronic ND filter
- ✓2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi + RTMP/SRT streaming
Cons
- –No SDI (HDMI only on NX800)
- –Heavier than palm-cam Z90
- –Premium over FDR-AX700
- –Requires learning AI AF settings
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, HC-X1600 or HXR-NX800?
HXR-NX800 scores 9.0/10 versus 8.0/10 for HC-X1600 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800?
HC-X1600 is 8.29 MP and HXR-NX800 is 14 MP, so the HXR-NX800 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800 have in-body image stabilization?
HC-X1600 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while HXR-NX800 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the HC-X1600 or the HXR-NX800?
HC-X1600 reaches 15 fps electronic. HXR-NX800 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800 record 4K video?
HC-X1600: 4K up to 60p. HXR-NX800: 4K up to 60p.
Are the HC-X1600 and HXR-NX800 weather sealed?
HC-X1600: Yes. HXR-NX800: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the HC-X1600 and 640 shots for the HXR-NX800, giving the HXR-NX800 the edge.
How much does each cost?
HC-X1600 launched at $1,699 and HXR-NX800 at $3,299. The HC-X1600 is $1,600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.