# Wearable HD Camcorders The Panasonic HX-A 500 Lets You Capture and Review Footage on the Go By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-04-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-hxa500 References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/panasonic-hx-a500-wearable-4k/31393/) & [shop.panasonic](http://shop.panasonic.com/shop/model/HX-A500H) The Panasonic HX-A500 is the world's first wearable camcorder in its video quality range (3820 x 2160 pixels). The camera part of the device can be worn on the head using a head-mount, while the LCD monitor -- useful for checking and reviewing shots on the go -- is nestled on an armband worn by the user. The camera portion weighs only 31 grams, making for a comfortable head-mount. The Panasonic HX-A500's frame rate of 30/25 frames per second makes it superior to the most recent editions of GoPro cameras, which films at 15 frames per second. Its lens offers a 160 degree angle of view. The HX-A500 is both waterproof and dust-proof, making it suitable for capturing footage of outdoor adventures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wearable HD Camcorders:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight and comfortable wearable camcorders with high video quality for capturing experiences on the go. - **Head-mounted Cameras:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create head-mounted cameras with advanced features like LCD monitors for real-time review and armband accessories for convenience. - **Improved Frame Rates:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design camcorders with higher frame rates than existing competition to provide smoother and more immersive video recording experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Stay ahead in the consumer electronics industry by developing innovative wearable camcorders that redefine the standards of video quality and portability. - **Outdoor Adventure:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Cater to the outdoor adventure industry by producing durable, waterproof, and dust-proof wearable camcorders that can capture high-quality footage in extreme conditions. - **Action Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Target the action sports industry by designing head-mounted cameras with enhanced features that surpass the capabilities of existing cameras like GoPro. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Friendly UHD Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5k-action-camera.md) - [Tiny Cube Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-go-ultra.md) - [Thumb-Sized Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-action-camera.md) - [Lightweight 360-Degree Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x4-air.md) - [High-End Imaging Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qoocam-3.md) - [Compact Sports-Ready Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-action-camera.md) - [Handsfree Miniature Wearable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-nano.md) - [8K 360-Degree Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x4.md) - [Ultra-Durable Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x5.md)