How well does the zoom work? Does it zoom smoothly? Is the rocker switch zoom button easy to use?
176119
Actually a fast zoom with rocker switch. Remote control zoom is significantly slower. Both work well though.
176120
Zoom is variable and very smooth. The rocker control is a big improvement over the XA10.
176121
I find that it works well, you have two Zoom switches and the rocker I believe has 3 speed settings fast, slow and normal. besides the zoom rocker on the camera, you have another on thne detachable handle, you can zoom using the zoom ring and you can zoom using the wireless remote.
176122
The rocker is great. I had 2 HMC150's and two GL2's before that...the XA20 probably the best zoom of the 3. I don't adjust it personally. I leave the main rocker at variable and the top at fast.
176123
The zoom works extremely well. The zoom is configurable to zooom slow, normal, fast.. or even more detailed with a zoom speed of 1 to 15. The rocker switch is very easy to use...if you are hold it from the top or from the side...there is a rocker switch zoom there.. and both rockers are configurable. Very nice product for video..no to so good with photos. It does have a nice feature right next to the side zoom rocker to take photos as you are doing video... The pictures are ok but it was made to do video... Very nice quality video!
176124
So sorry. I direct a camp in Costa Rica and our professional video department uses the camera. What I can tell you is that we have 6 cameras including 2 of these and they are used extensively in a very humid environment without a glitch.
176125
I have one. It is VERY smooth and you can zoom from camera or the handle and you can program the speed of the zoom. Fast on camera, slow on handle. NICE NICE NICE
1518077
I think zoom is pretty much bang for buck. Never had any issues. My zoom 505II still works!
1116384
Hey justin, yeah the scrolling is sensitive, its kind of hard to control. But the software thats used with the mouse lets you tweak and adjust, like -double tap(front or back of touch area) to zoom in or out. -switch between apps -go to start screen(win 8, no clue what it does in Win7). I recently switched to double tap to zoom much easier for me then the touch scroll. Also double tap to zoom is a little slower.
1056538
Dont know..I'm interested in a remote as well. I'm looking at the Olympus LS-20M which is coming out and has a remote capability, but no zoom function.
601071
I think so? I'll try it in my g5 when I go home, and give you my findings. Because I am using the power zoom function, & it works to my lumix lenses, so I'll try that specific lens. So I tried it & the toggle switch is only for ez zoom (extended zoom) that you can use for all lenses.You will know if it is a power zoom when it has the PZ letters before or after the model of the lens usually in the pancake lens.
1803579
Yes, my experience with the zoom has been very positive. It is very fluid and steady. Love the range on this camera. Takes amazing photos.
85158
Yes, it does have a ZOOM function. It has six settings; three to enlarge and three to reduce. I did not notice any distortion at all.
448704
The zoom ring works just fine in mine, does it turn at all?There is also a zoom feature on the remote
586644
The touchpad is small and it has a scroll slider on the bottom. I don't think you could zoom in and out or anything else on it. It's got a good sensitivity level for me. I've never thought it too sensitive or not sensitive enough. I still really like it. The one problem is hitting side keys or the mouse when typing but you just have to watch what you're typing.
1661333
Yes, the remote is very powerful. You adjust everything through it. It does not control focus or zoom though.
1661335
It has done everything I have asked it to do. Of course, zoom and focus are manual. There are limitations in what you can adjust when using the HDMI connection.
188427
yes! i use kmeye. it works great and to zoom all you have to do is pinch your screen in and out on live feed. hope this helps.
2051184
No, the whole point of this camera is that its fixed zoom is versatile enough to cover almost any situation, without the need to carry and change bulky and expensive lenses. For the price I'd say it does an admirable job of it!
838856
I found that, when I touch the camera to zoom, it wobbles and moves. So for I found it easier to use the remote that came for my camera for zooming. Panning I place my thumb on the bottom of the camera and pan the camera. There are a couple videos on YouTube that show how to do that. Hope this helps.
2039002
I have bought two on two different occasions. The zoom feature on both was very tight and worked perfectly. There was not wiggle at all. BTW, I plan to purchase some more as Xmas presents.
2169340
I have owned my 100-400 for 5 months now and I love it. I photograph wildlife and our Grandsons sporting events and use it 100% of the time. I must say that 95% of those pictures are taken using 400, however, it was nice to be able to zoom out for the 5%. The only time that I change a lens is for indoor use. So far it has been easy to use and produces very good quality photos. The only drawback at this point is that it is a little heavy so I purchased a shoulder strap to take the weight off my neck. My opinion is that if I had it to do over (purchase or not) that yes I would invest the money and purchase again. I have owned my 100-400 for 5 months now and I love it. I photograph wildlife and our Grandsons sporting events and use it 100% of the time. I must say that 95% of those pictures are taken using 400, however, it was nice to be able to zoom out for the 5%. The only time that I change a lens is for indoor use. So far it has been easy to use and produces very good quality photos. The only drawback at this point is that it is a little heavy so I purchased a shoulder strap to take the weight off my neck. My opinion is that if I had it to do over (purchase or not) that yes I would invest the... » Read More I have owned my 100-400 for 5 months now and I love it. I photograph wildlife and our Grandsons sporting events and use it 100% of the time. I must say that 95% of those pictures are taken using 400, however, it was nice to be able to zoom out for the 5%. The only time that I change a lens is for indoor use. So far it has been easy to use and produces very good quality photos. The only drawback at this point is that it is a little heavy so I purchased a shoulder strap to take the weight off my neck. My opinion is that if I had it to do over (purchase or not) that yes I would invest the money and purchase again. « Show Less
1569438
No, it does not have a manual zoom control. It does offer several settings for controlling zoom, including a unique feature called "soft zoom" to customize zoom movement so it does not seem so mechanical.