Deciding on whether to buy a product like BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses or perhaps PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses vs PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder

BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses specs

BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses
PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder specs

PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder
Type: Camcorder glasses

Type: Digital camcorder

VIDEO

VIDEO

Maximum resolution: Full HD 1920 x 1080p (30 fps)

Maximum resolution: Full HD 1920 x 1080p

Other resolutions: – HD 1280 x 720p (60 fps)
– VGA 640 x 480p (120 fps)

Other resolutions: – 4224 x 2376
– 3408 x 2272
– 1728 x 1152
– 3136 x 2352
– 640 x 480

Sensor: CMOS

Sensor: BSI MOS

Image stabilisation: Digital

Image stabilisation: Optical

White balance: Auto

Sensitivity: 4 lux

LENS

Shutter speed: 1/25 – 1/8000

White balance: – Auto
– White set
– Sunny
– Cloudy
– Indoor 1
– Indoor 2 (TTL system)

Field of view: 90°

LENS

Focal length: 3.5 mm

35 mm equivalent: 26.25 mm

Focal length: 2.06 – 103 mm

Maximum aperture: f/2.2

35 mm equivalent: 28 – 1740 mm

Minimum focusing distance: 100 cm

Maximum aperture: f/1.8 – f/4.2

Normal focusing distance: 100 cm to infinity

Minimum focusing distance: 3 cm

Focusing: Autofocus

Focusing: Manual & autofocus

SCREEN & VIEWFINDER

ZOOM

Screen: No

Optical zoom: 50 x

SHOOTING

Digital zoom: 150 x

SCREEN & VIEWFINDER

Photo mode: Yes

Image resolution: 1920 x 1080p

Screen: 68.6 mm LCD touchscreen

Video file formats: MOV

Screen features: Resolution: 230,400 dots

Audio file formats: AAC

Viewfinder: Yes

MEMORY

FUNCTIONS

Memory card: No

Time-lapse function: Yes

Internal memory: 16 GB

Scene modes: Miniature Effect, Silent Movie, 8 mm Movie, Time Lapse Recording

CONNECTIONS

SHOOTING

Interface: Micro USB

Photo mode: Yes

CONSTRUCTION

Image resolution: – 10 MP: 4224 x 2376
– 2.1 MP: 1920 x 1080
– 7.7 MP: 3408 x 2272
– 2.0 MP: 1728 x 1152
– 7.4 MP: 3136 x 2352
– 0.3 MP: 640 x 480

Sound: Yes

Waterproof: Water resistant (IP6)

Video file formats: – AVCHD
– iFrame
– MP4

Dustproof: Yes

Audio file formats: AAC

OTHER FEATURES

MEMORY

Battery type: Lithium-Ion 500 mAh

Memory card: – SD
– SDHC
– SDXC

Price: £149

Price: £149

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.7 / 10

Review Score: 9.3 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses or PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 850 products in the same category as BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses, which is the Digital Camcorders category. Of these 850 products the average price was £196.11, the most expensive was £3049 and the cheapest was just £0.05. We then looked at the price of the 850 in the same as the PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder, which of course the average was £196.11, top price was £3049 and cheapest £0.05.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Bear Grylls and Panasonic, the average was £73.87 for Bear Grylls, £378.99 for Panasonic. The max for each was £149/£4299 and minimum was £12.99/£19.99

Price analysis of BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses

Price analysis of PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder

  • BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses
  • Full HD 1080p recording
  • CMOS sensor
  • Battery life: up to 1 hour
  • 16 GB internal storage
  • Shoots 2 MP photos
  • Top features: – Share your adventures from your point-of-view – Only take the bare essentials with you – Resistant & durable design for the great outdoors – Don’t miss a moment with one-touch recording Share your adventuresGet set for your next adventure with the Bear Grylls BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses. Whether you’re trekking to the summit, cycling cross country, or hitting the slopes, you can film the journey from your point-of-view and share all your thrills first hand.There’s no complicated mounts to setup, and you can record completely handsfree.Only take the bare essentialsLove to travel light? You can also wear these glasses as regular sunglasses or protective glasses even when you’re not filming. Interchangeable polarising and clear lenses are included and both are designed to protect your eyes against UVA and UVB.The polarised lenses minimise glare and bright reflections that could throw you off your step, while the clear lenses are great for overcast days or evenings when tinted glasses aren’t needed.Resistant & durable designThere’s no need to put your glasses away if you’ve discovered a stunning waterfall, or got caught in a rain shower. IP66 rated, they’re protected against water splashes and dust. The lightweight Grilamid frame is impact resistant, for peace of mind when you’re navigating tricky terrain. Don’t miss a momentYou don’t want to miss something epic. One-touch recording means there’s no complicated settings to play around with – you can start capturing everything straight away.The glasses let you know when they’re turned on and recording with a clear vibration and alert, so you don’t need to remove them to check.
  • Product codes: 5060587230028
  • PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder
  • Full HD video (50 fps)
  • Optical zoom: 50 x
  • 2.7″ LCD touchscreen
  • Create the perfect home videos with the exclusive Panasonic HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder.Powerful zoomWhatever you’re filming, never miss a moment thanks to the HC-V180EB-K’s 90 x intelligent zoom and 50 x optical zoom. From sporting events to dance recitals, the HC-V180EB-K lets you capture all the detail in stunning Full HD.Image correctionThe HC-V180EB-K has a range of clever features to ensure you always get the best picture. The Level Shot function automatically detects and corrects the tilting of an image, while the camcorder’s BSI sensor delivers high-quality images even in poor light conditions.The camcorder’s HYBRID O.I.S + uses five-axis correction to help minimise blur caused my camera shake. Whether you’re shooting in high zoom or with a wide angle, you can enjoy clear and detailed images.28 mm wide-angleThanks to its 28 mm wide-angle function, the HC-V180EB-K lets you fit more into the frame. Perfect for parties – you can make sure all your friends and family are in the picture.Get creativeYou can get creative with the HC-V180EB-K and its range of filter effects, including miniature effect, 8 mm movie, silent movie and time lapse recording. Now not only can you capture all the action, but you can also turn your videos into unique and personalised memories. From birthday parties to baby’s first steps, capture it all with the exclusive Panasonic HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder.
  • Product codes: 5025232836819

What’s better BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses or PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder?

There are obviously a number of differences between BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses and PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £149 cost of BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses is closer to the expectation you had than the £149 pricep point of PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses and PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas PANASONIC HC-V180EB-K Traditional Camcorder scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Digital Camcorders as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



BG-GLS-1 Camcorder Glasses



Rating:
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