10 best sony digital movie cameras

Product description

Full HD Video/ 9. 2MP stills Exmore R CMOS sensor bionz x processor Zeiss 30x optical zoom lens optical steady shot image stabilization XAVC S recoding, AVCHD, and MP4 2. 7 flip-out LCD view screen

• 50Mbps XAVC S1 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens
• Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge
• Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction. Get creative w/ 7 picture effects for video and still photos.For windows computers, details vary according to OS (Windows7/VISTA/XP)
• View on 2.7” Clear Photo Plus LCD display. Intelligent Auto (60 different scene combinations possible) , Focal Length (35mm) (Video) f=26.8 - 804.0 mm (16:9) Focal Length (35mm) (Still Image) f=26.8-804.0mm (16:9), f=32.8-984.0mm (4:3)
• This product does not have an external microphone input.

User questions & answers

Question:	What does the camera come with? it's a gift for my mom and I was wondering if I should get a bag for it or a memory card
Answer:	So - to answer his question directly - the answer is no. The buyer will need to buy a memory card.
Question:	What is the longest continuous recording file that you can create with this camera, assuming 64gb sdxc
Answer:	Hi R. N. Winters, depending on the type of videos to be recorder: XAVC S HD - 2 h 35 min, AVCHD (High Quality) - 8 h 15 min), AVCHD (standard) - 14 h 40 min. Hope this helps. -Ely
Question:	Can I record while the camera is charging? If I have a portable charger, could I have the camera plugged into that and still record
Answer:	I think the answers are confusing to some. Here's the scoop. You can use an external battery pack like the one you charge your Iphone with or you can plug it into a USB port or you can use the 110v adapter with USB cable plugged in. When you do those following things the camera is running off those power sources and not your battery. And yes, you can record while plugged into those external power sources. The battery will not charge when doing that and recording but that should not be a problem. Charge your battery at home. Now start recording and when your battery gets low plug into your external battery pack or USB and keep going. I own this camera and did the experiment. I use this in my car as a dash cam and it's plugged into my cigarette lighter and it runs non stop without using the battery.
Question:	Does it have a 3.5mm jack to plug in an external microphone
Answer:	This camcorder does not have an external microphone jack.

Product features

Full HD 60p Camcorder

Make it memorable with Sony Full HD/60p quality. Capture amazing footage in low light and control. Get close to the action with a 27x zoom, wide-angle Carl Zeiss lens and say goodbye to shake with Steady Shot image stabilization. It’s the perfect starter camera.

1920x1080 Full HD 60p w/9.2MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor

Create high definition 1920 x 1080 60p videos and high quality 9.2MP still images. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated ExmorR CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor R CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions.

29.8mm wide angle Carl Zeiss Lens

From the authority in lens technology, the Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens provides a high quality 29.8mm wide angle so you can get everything you want in the shot.

27x Optical/54x Clear Image Zoom to get even closer to the action

Get amazingly close with 27x optical zoom plus 54x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in unsharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video.

2.7 inch Clear Photo LCD display (230K)

The 2.7 inch (16:9) Clear Photo LCD (230K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily - even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene.

SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active Mode

SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.

Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction

Sony’s Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.

Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge

The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it’s out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time.

Get creative w/ 7 picture effects for video and still photos

Picture Effects add a new level of expression to video and photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. There are seven different effects such as partial color to make your focal point stand out, or watercolor which looks like a painting.

AVCHD and MP4 dual recording

Record HD video in the AVCHD and MP4 formats for highest quality or easy transfer and sharing. AVCHD provides premium video that can be enjoyed on large screen HDTVs, and is ideal for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family vacations and other moments you want to treasure for a lifetime. MP4 is great for those moments that you want to quickly share on your social networks or store on the cloud.

Intelligent Auto (60 different scene combinations possible)

Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from ten distinct scene modes and wind noise reduction. There are 60 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Tripod , Backlight, Landscape, Spotlight, Twilight, Macro, Low light.

Product description

Adorama Camera is a Sony authorized reseller and includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty.

Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera with 18-135mm Lens, Travel Accessory Bundle

 

Included in the box:

• Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera with 18-135mm Lens (ILCE6600M/B)
• Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
• AC Adapter AC-UUD12
• Shoulder Strap
• Body Cap
• Accessory Shoe Cap
• Eyepiece Cup
• Micro USB Cable
• Slinger Camera Backpack
• Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery (7.2V 2280)
• Green Extreme Compact Smart Charger with LCD Screen
• SanDisk 64GB Extreme SDXC UHS-I U3 Memory Card
• Peak Design Leash Camera Strap, Charcoal
• Ulanzi Octopus Tripod, Black
• ProOptic 55mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND)
• ProOptic Cleaning Kit

 

Product Features:

• 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor
• True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording, with Diverse Movie Features
• Time-lapse
• Slow & Quick Motion Recording
• 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization
• 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF Coverage
• Continuous Shooting 11fps
• Silent Shooting
• AI-based Subject Tracking
• Real-time Eye AF for Human and Animal
• Touch Focus and Tracking
• ISO 100–32000 (expanded to ISO 50–102400)
• S-Log Shooting Support
• 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot)
• 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Enabled

• KIT INLCUDES: Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera with 18-135mm Lens (ILCE6600M/B) | Battery NP-FZ100 | AC Adapter | Shoulder Strap | Body Cap | Accessory Shoe Cap | Eyepiece Cup | Micro USB Cable | Camera Backpack | Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery | Smart Charger with LCD Screen | 64GB SD Card | Peak Design Leash Camera Strap | FotoPro UFO 2 Flexible Tripod | 55mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND) | ProOptic Cleaning Kit
• KEY FEATURES: 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor | True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording | Time-lapse | Slow & Quick Motion recording | 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization | 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF coverage | Continuous Shooting 11fps | Silent Shooting | AI-based subject Tracking | Eye AF for Human and Animal | ISO 100–32000 | S-Log Shooting Support | 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot) | 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• The Sony Alpha a6600 features a revised APS-C-format 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor with an ISO 100-32000 for capturing high-quality images with minimal noise and can be expanded further to ISO 102400 for shooting under low-light conditions. The a6600 can record UHD 4K movies internally in XAVC S format. It also supports HDR content as well as other video features, such as slow and quick motion, enhanced zebra function, and time code and user bit settings.
• It has a 5-axis, 5-step image stabilization, an XGA OLED Tru-Finder, and a tiltable 3.0-type 921K-dot LCD monitor. The a6600 features a weather-resistant magnesium alloy body for working under various weather conditions. It can shoot at up to 11 fps with minimal display lag, and 8 fps with live view, in bursts of up to 116 shots in JPEG (Standard) at one time.
• WARRANTY: Sony Authorized Reseller. Includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty

Product description

Adorama Camera is a Sony authorized reseller and includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty.

Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Accessory Bundle

 

Included in the box:

• Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Only (ILCE6600/B)
• Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
• AC Adapter AC-UUD12
• Shoulder Strap
• Body Cap
• Accessory Shoe Cap
• Eyepiece Cup
• Micro USB Cable
• Peak Design 5L Everyday Sling Bag
• Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery (7.2V 2280)
• SanDisk 64GB Extreme SDXC UHS-I U3 Memory Card
• Peak Design Leash Camera Strap, Charcoal
• ProOptic Cleaning Kit

 

Product Features:

• 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor
• True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording, with Diverse Movie Features
• Time-lapse
• Slow & Quick Motion Recording
• 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization
• 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF Coverage
• Continuous Shooting 11fps
• Silent Shooting
• AI-based Subject Tracking
• Real-time Eye AF for Human and Animal
• Touch Focus and Tracking
• ISO 100–32000 (expanded to ISO 50–102400)
• S-Log Shooting Support
• 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot)
• 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Enabled

• KIT INLCUDES: Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Only (ILCE6600/B) | Battery NP-FZ100 | AC Adapter | Shoulder Strap | Body Cap | Accessory Shoe Cap | Eyepiece Cup | Micro USB Cable | Peak Design 5L Everyday Sling Bag | Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery | 64GB SD Card | Peak Design Leash Camera Strap | ProOptic Cleaning Kit
• KEY FEATURES: 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor | True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording | Time-lapse | Slow & Quick Motion recording | 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization | 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF coverage | Continuous Shooting 11fps | Silent Shooting | AI-based subject Tracking | Eye AF for Human and Animal | ISO 100–32000 | S-Log Shooting Support | 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot) | 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• The Sony Alpha a6600 features a revised APS-C-format 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor with an ISO 100-32000 for capturing high-quality images with minimal noise and can be expanded further to ISO 102400 for shooting under low-light conditions. The a6600 can record UHD 4K movies internally in XAVC S format. It also supports HDR content as well as other video features, such as slow and quick motion, enhanced zebra function, and time code and user bit settings.
• It has a 5-axis, 5-step image stabilization, an XGA OLED Tru-Finder, and a tiltable 3.0-type 921K-dot LCD monitor. The a6600 features a weather-resistant magnesium alloy body for working under various weather conditions. It can shoot at up to 11 fps with minimal display lag, and 8 fps with live view, in bursts of up to 116 shots in JPEG (Standard) at one time.
• WARRANTY: Sony Authorized Reseller. Includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty

Product description

Adorama Camera is a Sony authorized reseller and includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty.

Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Essential Kit

 

Included in the box:

• Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Only (ILCE6600/B)
• Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
• AC Adapter AC-UUD12
• Shoulder Strap
• Body Cap
• Accessory Shoe Cap
• Eyepiece Cup
• Micro USB Cable
• Camera Bag
• 2x Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery (7.2V 2280)
• Green Extreme Compact Smart Charger with LCD Screen
• SanDisk 64GB Extreme SDXC UHS-I U3 Memory Card
• Peak Design Leash Camera Strap, Charcoal
• Corel PC Software Download Card – Photo Mirage/PaintShop Pro 2019/Painter Essentials 7/AfterShot Pro 3/VideoStudio 2019
• ProOptic Cleaning Kit
• Slinger Memory Card Wallet - Holds 12 Media Cards
• Multi Card Reader

 

Product Features:

• 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor
• True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording, with Diverse Movie Features
• Time-lapse
• Slow & Quick Motion Recording
• 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization
• 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF Coverage
• Continuous Shooting 11fps
• Silent Shooting
• AI-based Subject Tracking
• Real-time Eye AF for Human and Animal
• Touch Focus and Tracking
• ISO 100–32000 (expanded to ISO 50–102400)
• S-Log Shooting Support
• 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot)
• 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Enabled

• KIT INLCUDES: Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Only (ILCE6600/B) | Battery NP-FZ100 | AC Adapter | Shoulder Strap | Body Cap | Accessory Shoe Cap | Eyepiece Cup | Micro USB Cable | Camera Bag | 2x Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery | Smart Charger with LCD Screen | 64GB SD Card | Peak Design Leash Camera Strap | Corel PC Photo and Video Software Pack – Download Card | ProOptic Cleaning Kit | Slinger Memory Card Wallet - Holds 12 Media Cards | Multi Card Reader
• KEY FEATURES: 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor | True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording | Time-lapse | Slow & Quick Motion recording | 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization | 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF coverage | Continuous Shooting 11fps | Silent Shooting | AI-based subject Tracking | Eye AF for Human and Animal | ISO 100–32000 | S-Log Shooting Support | 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot) | 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• The Sony Alpha a6600 features a revised APS-C-format 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor with an ISO 100-32000 for capturing high-quality images with minimal noise and can be expanded further to ISO 102400 for shooting under low-light conditions. The a6600 can record UHD 4K movies internally in XAVC S format. It also supports HDR content as well as other video features, such as slow and quick motion, enhanced zebra function, and time code and user bit settings.
• It has a 5-axis, 5-step image stabilization, an XGA OLED Tru-Finder, and a tiltable 3.0-type 921K-dot LCD monitor. The a6600 features a weather-resistant magnesium alloy body for working under various weather conditions. It can shoot at up to 11 fps with minimal display lag, and 8 fps with live view, in bursts of up to 116 shots in JPEG (Standard) at one time.
• WARRANTY: Sony Authorized Reseller. Includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty

Product description

Adorama Camera is a Sony authorized reseller and includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty.

Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Accessory Bundle

 

Included in the box:

• Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Only (ILCE6600/B)
• Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
• AC Adapter AC-UUD12
• Shoulder Strap
• Body Cap
• Accessory Shoe Cap
• Eyepiece Cup
• Micro USB Cable
• Camera Bag
• Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery (7.2V 2280)
• Green Extreme Compact Smart Charger with LCD Screen
• SanDisk 64GB Extreme SDXC UHS-I U3 Memory Card
• Fotopro UFO 2 Flexible Tripod with Smartphone and GoPro Adapter, Black
• Corel PC Software Download Card – Photo Mirage/PaintShop Pro 2019/Painter Essentials 7/AfterShot Pro 3/VideoStudio 2019
• ProOptic Cleaning Kit

 

Product Features:

• 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor
• True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording, with Diverse Movie Features
• Time-lapse
• Slow & Quick Motion Recording
• 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization
• 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF Coverage
• Continuous Shooting 11fps
• Silent Shooting
• AI-based Subject Tracking
• Real-time Eye AF for Human and Animal
• Touch Focus and Tracking
• ISO 100–32000 (expanded to ISO 50–102400)
• S-Log Shooting Support
• 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot)
• 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Enabled

• KIT INLCUDES: Sony Alpha a6600 Mirrorless Camera Body Only (ILCE6600/B) | Battery NP-FZ100 | AC Adapter | Shoulder Strap | Body Cap | Accessory Shoe Cap | Eyepiece Cup | Micro USB Cable | Camera Bag | Green Extreme NP-FZ100 Battery | Smart Charger with LCD Screen | 64GB SD Card | Fotopro UFO 2 Flexible Tripod | Corel PC Photo and Video Software Pack – Download Card | ProOptic Cleaning Kit
• KEY FEATURES: 24.2-Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Image Sensor | True-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) Movie Recording | Time-lapse | Slow & Quick Motion recording | 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization | 425 Point Phase-detection and Contrast-detection AF coverage | Continuous Shooting 11fps | Silent Shooting | AI-based subject Tracking | Eye AF for Human and Animal | ISO 100–32000 | S-Log Shooting Support | 0.39-inch OLED Viewfinder (2,359k-dot) | 3-Inch Tilting Touchscreen (921k-dot)
• The Sony Alpha a6600 features a revised APS-C-format 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor with an ISO 100-32000 for capturing high-quality images with minimal noise and can be expanded further to ISO 102400 for shooting under low-light conditions. The a6600 can record UHD 4K movies internally in XAVC S format. It also supports HDR content as well as other video features, such as slow and quick motion, enhanced zebra function, and time code and user bit settings.
• It has a 5-axis, 5-step image stabilization, an XGA OLED Tru-Finder, and a tiltable 3.0-type 921K-dot LCD monitor. The a6600 features a weather-resistant magnesium alloy body for working under various weather conditions. It can shoot at up to 11 fps with minimal display lag, and 8 fps with live view, in bursts of up to 116 shots in JPEG (Standard) at one time.
• WARRANTY: Sony Authorized Reseller. Includes a 1-Year limited USA warranty

Product description

Sony FDR-AX43 4K Handycam camcorder with low-light 16: 9 Exmor R CMOS sensor and Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilizer

• 4K1 16: 9 video optimized 1/2. 5” Exmor R low-light CMOS Sensor
• Built-in gimbal - Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilizer
• 20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom of 30x for 4K1 / 40x for HD2
• Fast Intelligent AF tracks focus to captures decisive moments
• 26. 8mm2 wide-angle ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T zoom lens
• Digital Zoom: 250
• Max Focal Length: 536
• Video Capture Resolution: 720p. Image Stabilization: Digital

User questions & answers

Question:	When I opened the box when I received it, the lens cover was opened and the lens was moving all around. Is this normal
Answer:	Yes this is compatible with your Switch
Question:	Is the built-in gimbal (balanced optical sturdyshot) image stabilizer the same as on the sony ax
Answer:	Yes, the Elite MicroSD card have a lifetime warranty. You can find the warranty details at http://www.pny.com/support/technical-support/flash-memory-cards/warranties-policies .
Question:	What is the largest sd card can the ax-43 use
Answer:	No
Question:	Does the camcorder log a date and time stamp internally
Answer:	2'-6"

Product features

Sony FDR-AX43 4K Handycam camcorder with low-light 16:9 Exmor R CMOS sensor and Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilizer

Delivering superb solutions for content creators and videographers, with Balanced Optical SteadyShot, to rival gimbal systems, high-resolution 4K1 movie recording and high-quality sound with a unique microphone the AX43 Handycam camcorder puts professional production and simple movie sharing within anyone’s grasp.

Brilliant true-to-life 4K1

The compact and lightweight AX43 Handycam camcorder features the latest generation ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 20x optical zoom lens and 16:9 video optimized 1/2.5” Exmor R CMOS sensor that enhances the spectacular detail of 4K1 resolution with increased sensitivity for capturing high-quality movies in low-light. High bit-rate recording in XAVC-S format and fast intelligent autofocus clearly captures even fast moving and complex scenes.

Built-in gimbal

Sony's unique Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system with a gimbal mechanism is about 13 times more effective than other optical systems3. Capture smooth, professional-looking images, even at full zoom or while running, with no need for bulky and costly external gimbals.

Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processing engine

The newly developed 1/2.5” Exmor R CMOS image sensor is optimized for 4K1 movie recording with its 16:9 aspect ratio and pixels of approximately 1.6 times bigger size than previous AX-series camcorders. It offers superior sensitivity for capturing beautiful high-quality images with less noise under dark as well as bright shooting conditions, while the BIONZ X processing engine achieves more naturally vivid and lifelike images with faster processing. Capture stunning video in both 4k/24p/30p and Full HD 60p/30p. Versatile shooting w/ XAVC S, AVCHD and MP4 codecs.

Get more in

Fit more in your frame with the 26.8mm2 wide-angle ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, specifically designed for high-resolution 4k1 movie recording. It achieves outstanding image quality due to the ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens that reproduces accurate color and AA (advanced aspherical) lens which provides high resolution image reproduction. Get close to the action with 20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom of 30x for 4K and 40x for HD.

Fast Intelligent Autofocus

Fast Intelligent AF algorithm optimizes communication between the lens and the image processor to achieve incredibly rapid and accurate contrast-detection focus. This state-of-the-rt AF range prediction system minimizes lens motion, predicting the autofocus range, to accelerates the lens drive, thereby improving response so you can capture precise moments.

Great sound, less noise

The AX43 camcorder has a premium three mic. capsule structural design that enables it to gather sound from five directions. This enables the camera to reproduce clearer sound, yielding up to 40%4 less noise and is twice as effective in 2ch stereo (for XAVC S shooting) and three times as effective in 5.1ch surround (5.1ch for AVCHD shooting). This makes it possible to faithfully reproduce audio with clearly defined separation. Advanced sound features such as Auto Wind Noise Reduction and My Voice Cancelling make it even easier to attain ideal sound quality in various situations.

Vlog ready

The AX43 is the ideal clogging camera for all types content creators. High resolution 4k, ZEISS lens with Fast Intelligent AF and Balanced Optical SteadyShot offers incredible image quality while the on-board microphone and MI (Multi-interface) shoe which can be used with a variety of optional external microphones deliver outstanding low-noise audio. Compatibility with accessories like the GP-VPT1 shooting grip enhance the versatility of this already amazing camera, while Highlight Movie Maker makes it super-simple to automatically create short videos for instant sharing.

Flip out LCD

Flip out tilting 3" Clear Photo touch screen LCD is ideal for selfie and almost any other shot-composition from behind or in-front of the camera to high and low-angle shots. Power automatically turns on when you open the LCD and all settings are accessible on the touch screen for easy and fast operation.

Highlight Movie Maker makes movies easy

Highlight Movie Maker is a versatile automatic in-camera movie editing function to streamline movie editing. It can automatically create 4K10 or HD movies out of several of your clips with time-saving features by picking highlight moments in your footage like zooming or points you select while recording. Then the camcorder automatically sync movie transitions to your chosen soundtrack. You can also customize with transition effects and your own soundtrack music9, and once completed, easily share MP4 movies on social media sites via a smartphone.

4K Time-lapse Capture9

Create captivating 4K time-lapse movies. You can capture 4K (8.3MP) still images continuously over an extensive period of time at a selected constant interval from each shot to the next. Then edit the entire sequence of still images in post-production9 software and enjoy playback as a time-lapse movie.

Dual Video Recording

Record two movies at the same time — one in the maximum-quality XAVC S or AVCHD format and another in MP4 format. That way you’ve got a small file ready for instant sharing, plus a professional-grade file for further editing.

Wi-Fi w/ One-touch remote and sharing

Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC for easy connectivity, allows for ‘One-touch remote’ which lets you use your smartphone or tablet as a viewfinder, while ‘One-touch sharing’ lets you transfer your photos and videos from your camera to your mobile device for instant sharing on Social Media sites. Connect to your mobile device with the free Imaging Edge Mobile app available for both Android and Apple iOS.

Pro features

Enjoy customization with ergonomic manual controls. Use the intuitive touch screen to adjust focus, exposure, IRIS, shutter speed, AE shift, or white balance shift mode. Time Code and User Bit can be added to movies as data elements. Time Code function records hours/minutes/seconds/frames on image data for precise advanced video editing. User Bit function records information such as date/time/scene number, etc. in eight-digit arbitrary numbers, and is useful for editing movies using two or more cameras.

Multi Camera Control

More shots mean more editing opportunities. Easily record footage from a variety of angles, whether using cameras mounted directly to the Handycam or triggered wirelessly. Multi Camera Control makes it easy to sync shooting settings on compatible Wi-Fi connected devices.

Footnotes

1 4K 3840x2160. Requires SDXC/SDHC memory card Class 10 or higher for XAVC S 4K 60Mpbs & XAVC S HD 50Mbps recording, & SDHC/SDXC memory card UHS-I U3 or higher for XAVC S 4K 100Mbps recording

2 35mm equivalent & when “SteadyShot” is set to “Standard” or “Off”

3 When “SteadyShot” is set to “Active” or “Intelligent Active”

4 Compared to previous FDR-AX33 camcorder series.

5 Video Mode is 5.1ch AVCHD & 2ch XAVC S recording

6 When Dual Video Recording is ON. Video resolution is 1280 x 720 mp4.

7 Requires editing w/ PlayMemories Home free software for PC. Ver. 5.1 available in January 2016 or later version is required to create time-lapse movie.

8 Requires NFC-compatible mobile device. Check device user manual for compatibility.

9 PlayMemories Home free software for PC is available for compiling time lapse movies & select & transfer background music to the Handycam for Highlight Movie Maker. Latest version is required.

10 When Dual Video Recording is ON. Video resolution is 1280 x 720 mp4

Legal

2020 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony, G Master, the Alpha logo and the Sony logo are marks of Sony Corporation. All other marks are marks of their respective owners.

• 4K XAVC-S recording with 16.6MP, Exmor R sensor, B.O.SS stabilization
• Capacity Indicationer on Package: 1900mAh (13.8Wh)
• Compact battery charger

User questions & answers

Question:	What mounts are compatible with this camera
Answer:	There's a standard tripod mount on the bottom and a standard hot shoe flash mount on the top.
Question:	can you put a mic on it
Answer:	Hi gameguru1360, Yes, you can put mic on this handycam. You can use ECMGZ1M or ECM-CG60. Regards, Jen
Question:	Did anyone compare this Sony to the 4K Panasonic camcorder that's $100 cheaper
Answer:	The biggest differences were: 1. The AX53 has a significantly bigger sensor and aperture, for much better "low" light 4k 2. The ax53 can record in either 1080 or 4K. The Panasonic only records in 4k--but it can perform a "pan and scan" kind of cropping in order to export a 75 percent smaller file. 3. The ax53 overall is "easier to use" especially if you plan to record yourself. 4. The ax53 has a 20x optical zoom as opposed to a 10x 5. Overall, the ax53 is pretty much a lot more palmcorder for a little more money. 6. BEWARE--Sony employees will tell you "Yes. You can live stream with this camera" but they DON'T tell you "...IF you pay 99.00/year to subscribe to our live streaming service." That's embedded in the camera's firmware. So, no, it is NOT what most people think of as a "livestreaming" camera. The real question is, why are you buying a camcorder at all? Your phone probably has a camera that will do anything most people ever want or need. I bought this palmcorder for a couple of very, very specific needs.
Question:	I just received my camcorder. The lens seems loose ... or sort of rotates inside. Is this how it should be? I'm new to videoing
Answer:	Actually, it's better than normal. It's one of the reasons you should get this camera (although I returned it for a different reason)!! It's one of the best features of this camcorder that many camcorders do not have yet. It's called the BOSS system and it allows that lens point in the same INTENDED direction even though you are constantly shaking the camera. It's major optical stabilization. And, as you move to a different subject to record, the lens follows you. Not something easy to design. If you're curious why I am going to return the one I purchased, I just found out that it doesn't shoot in 4k when you are holding it and shooting. Can only do 4k when it's on a tripod. Otherwise, it's just HD. I was wondering why it was so cheap and now I know. The camcorders you can hold and shoot in 4k are pretty expensive. I hate to pay up so much for 4k to hold and shoot though but 4k makes a huge difference in my opinion. One seems like you're there. The other video seems like it's a recording or representation of life. I'm still debating what to do...

Product features

Sony FDRAX53/B 4K HD Camcorder

Your moments deserve the stunning clarity that only 4K Ultra HD can provide. With wide-angle lens, a 20x zoom and the unrivaled stability of Balanced Optical Steady Shot, you’ll always get the perfect shot

Product description

Capture your vision in breathtaking 4K Ultra HD with the camcorder that fits in the palm of your hand. Sporting resolution that"s four times clearer than HD, this changes everything. Footage is captured with true cinematic depth thanks to the 1" image sensor and video is recorded with total versatility in mind: XAVCS, AVCHD and MP4. Put one in your hand and tell your story in 4K. NFC: Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible)

From the Manufacturer

• Capture 4k/30p video that far exceeds HD resolution, High-frame-rate shooting at 120p
• 1" Exmor R CMOS sensor with Direct Pixel Read Out
• 14MP resolution video and 20MP still image capture
• Advanced BIONZ X image processing engine for higher speed and peerless quality
• Speaker : Monaural Speaker.Filter Diameter:2.44 inches
• Lens Type: Fixed-Zoom

User questions & answers

Question:	BIONZ X Processor enables high Speed rec 120fps". At what resolution is 120fps because I can't find it
Answer:	I believe it's for the lower formats, either 720p or standard definition recording.
Question:	Can it Record 4K or 1080p video in MP
Answer:	NO, it does not have AV1 codec as the old 1997 LGR floppy UMD PSP like disk for storage based on Microsoft's project silica as of yet for storing over 60 hours of 4k video content shot constantly or have a tv broadcast like shoot video to be uploaded directly to the cloud servers as of yet so wait a couple of years if you already have one or a smartphone before upgrading your smartphone/camcorder do i9t yourself tv broadcast hybrid camera here for shooting videos to edit for youtube on the sony big screen on adobe premiere.
Question:	Can you change / adjust the lens or is the one that comes with the product permanent
Answer:	Yes you can use something like a REDEYE .65x wide angle adapter. It needs to have a 67mm thread with it. The REDEYE lens is made in Canada, and is a much better option then the cheap Chinese lenses which are widely available. You will definitely want a high quality glass lens. This camera only goes to like 29mm on it's wide side, so a wide lens adapter might be a good idea to have with it. 16X9 inc, Century, also make quality glass,but are more pricey then the nice one I found on a big auction site. If you can find a quality lens for under $300, it would be good for your kit. Also the REDEYE has a very protective padded leather lens pouch that ships with it.
Question:	can this camera use the 4:2:2 color space, for professional broadcast
Answer:	Uh, "XAVC-S uses 4.2.0." What??? The term XAVC-S has NOTHING to do with subsampling. It's just a container, or wrapper. XAVC-S is a Sony proprietary wrapper. The codec is H.264, which of course allows for 4:2:0 or 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 depending on the recording circuitry. The circuitry and firmware in THIS PARTICULAR CAMERA only records 4:2:0 in 4k resolution up to 100Mb/s which it then "delivers" via H.264 wrapped in MP4 along with LPCM audio. But 4:2:2 or even 4:4:4 CAN be coded in H.264, using different circuitry and firmware. That has NOTHING to do with "XAVC-S." In any case, you don't necessarily "need" to SHOOT in 4:2:2 unless you are doing a lot in post, like chromakey or color processing. If you can "upsample" to 4:2:2 (usually by "downscaling" to 1080p) with software (like Premiere Pro,) then your output can be more or less 10-bit "4:2:2." That's called "broadcast quality" because no TV or monitor is perfectly calibrated to the one you're editing on--so, 10-bit (1024 levels) color provides an ample range for any given 8-bit (256 level) TV to fall into. In other words, "broadcast quality" only means "wiiiide safety margin" so far as color sampling information goes. That dates back to NTSC analog color TV--broadcast 4 times as much color information than the viewer's TV can display, so that his 4:2:0 TV will be able to catch enough color signal to still get what he will see as a "good" picture. Even in UHD digital TV, on average, 4:2:2 1080p looks "better" to the human eye than 4:2:0 4K unless the viewer is sitting with his nose touching a 65" screen) for the same reason--calibration of the display (which can vary from one area of the screen to another, let alone from one TV to another.)

Product features

4K Camcorder with 1" sensor

Capture your vision in breathtaking 4K Ultra HD with the camcorder that fits in the palm of your hand. Sporting resolution that’s four times clearer than HD, this changes everything. Footage is captured with true cinematic depth thanks to the 1” image sensor and video is recorded with total versatility in mind: XAVC S2, AVCHD and MP4. Put one in your hand and tell your story in 4K.

• 4K XAVC-S recording with 16.6MP, Exmor R sensor, B.O.SS stabilization
• ZEISS lens(26.8mm) 20x optical zoom in 4K, 30x Clear Image Zoom in 4K
• Capacity Indicationer on Package: 1900mAh (13.8Wh)
• Chemical Consistence: Li-ion

Product description

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• Full HD with XAVC-S, 9.2MP, Exmor R sensor, Optical steady shot
• ZEISS Lens (26.8mm), 30x optical zoom, 60x Clear Image Zoom
• 3.0" LCD (Touch panel), Wi-Fi/NFC, 8GB memory, Dual Video Format Recording
• Digital Zoom: 350
• Included Memory Card Size: 128

User questions & answers

Question:	Can the camcorder be controlled using a smart phone app
Answer:	This camcorder does not have wireless capabilities. You will spend a lot more to get a good camcorder that's wireless.
Question:	can you plug in an external mic
Answer:	I tested a 128 GB microSD card. It said I have a total of 10 hours and 55 minutes of record time.
Question:	Does this camera have balanced optical steady shot(BOSS) or just steady shot? On the Sony website it advertises BOSS but it doesn't say in the camera
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Can it record while charging
Answer:	Not including case

Product features

Sony HDRCX455/B Full HD 8GB Camcorder

Shoot simply, but powerfully with the camera that delivers Full HD quality and professional, yet easy-to-use features including Optical SteadyShot with Intelligent Active Mode to help minimize shake. Capture wide, vibrant and clear footage with a 26.8mm lens, 30x optical zoom and Fast Intelligent Autofocus. Even enjoy time-lapse recording and detailed sound from the 5-direction microphone. It’s great shooting made easy.

Brilliant 50Mbps XAVC S 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs

Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 30p/60p up to 50Mbps in XAVC S3 and high quality 9.2MP still images. XAVC S format uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor.

Premium 26.8mm ZEISS Lens w/30x Optical/60x Clear Image Zoom

Not only is this 26.8mm wide-angle ZEISS Vario-Tessar lens ideal for capturing grand landscapes, but also allows you to get amazingly close with 30x optical zoom plus 60x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in un-sharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video.

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Intelligent Active Mode

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.

Fast Intelligent AF captures the decisive moment

Fast Intelligent AF achieves incredibly rapid and accurate contrast-detection. It minimizes lens motion, predicting the AF range, and accelerates the lens drive, thereby improving response so you can capture precise moments.

Produce high quality Time Lapse in HD for an immersive experience

You can capture high resolution still images continuously over an extensive period of time at a selected constant interval from each shot to the next, edit the entire sequence of still images in post-production, and enjoy playback of that series of images as a Full High Definition time-lapse movie.

Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips

Highlight Movie Maker produces a short highlight movie clip to share and enjoy instantly. Using an advanced algorithm, based on the motion gyro, Highlight Movie Maker selects the best scenes from your videos and automatically creates a MP4 highlight video from multiple clips.

3.0 inch Clear Photo Plus LCD display

The 3.0 inch (16:9) Clear Photo LCD (230K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene.

Connect, control, backup, share and broadcast wirelessly with NFC7/Wi-Fi

Easily connect to an Android or iOS smartphone or tablet with Wi-Fi and the PlayMemories Mobile app to control the camcorder (Rec, photo, zoom) or instantly transfer, share movies and photos via your mobile device.7 NFC (Near Filed Communication) makes it even easier to connect to NFC compatible mobile devices with one touch.

Share the adventure as it happens via Ustream live streaming8. Now your circle of friends and family can share the excitement in real time by simply logging in to Ustream from anywhere. You can also link your favorite social accounts with the streaming to notify your friends when you start streaming video.

Connect, control, backup, share and broadcast wirelessly with NFC7/Wi-Fi con't

Add a different point of view by including other camera angles to your movies. The camcorder connects up to five compatible cameras5 - like an Action Cam - via Wi-Fi and uses the camcorder’s LCD to preview what the other cameras are seeing and simultaneously start recording on all synced cameras. Use PlayMemories Home6 to easily edit a multi-view movie for a great video experience.

Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge

The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it’s out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time.

Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction

Sony’s Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends.

Legal and Footnotes

2015 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

1 When SteadyShot is set to 'Standard' or 'Off'.

2 Requires editing with PlayMemories Home (free software for PCs) ver. 5.1 (available in January 2016) or later version.

3 Available in AVCHD only.

4 Not available in AVCHD PS mode and XAVC S HD 60p/50p (NTSC/PAL) mode.

5 Requires a Wi-Fi router or smartphone capable of tethering.

6 Requires Micro SDXC/SDHC memory card Class 10 or higher.

7. Requires NFC-compatible mobile device. Check device’s user manual for compatibility.

8. Requires a Ustream ID, password and Wi-Fi setting need to be stored in the camcorder.