Sony FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam Camcorder
Capture ultra-smooth video on the go with the FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam from Sony. This compact camcorder features a built-in gimbal with Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and a low-light Exmor R CMOS image sensor to produce crisp, high-quality UHD 4K video or 16.6MP still photos. Record up to UHD 4K video at 24 or 30 fps using Sony's XAVC S codec at rates up to 100 Mb/s or up to 50 Mb/s 1080p HD video.
Capture ultra-smooth video on the go with the FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam from Sony. This compact camcorder features a built-in gimbal with Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and a low-light Exmor R CMOS image sensor to produce crisp, high-quality UHD 4K video or 16.6MP still photos. Record up to UHD 4K video at 24 or 30 fps using Sony's XAVC S codec at rates up to 100 Mb/s or up to 50 Mb/s 1080p HD video.
DESCRIPTION
Fast, intelligent autofocus tracks your subjects while keeping them sharp, and the ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens features a 20x optical/30x digital zoom in 4K and up to 250x digital zoom in HD. The FDR-AX43's Dual Video mode enables you to record MP4 movies simultaneously with your XAVC S 4K video, perfect for playback on your phone and faster uploading to your network or the web. The Dual Video Mode also enables the use of the Highlight Movie Maker, a one-button function that creates a highlight reel of your footage you can quickly play back at an event. A 4K time-lapse mode can be used to condense your adventures or capture stunning nature or atmospheric sequences.
Capture ultra-smooth video on the go with the FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam from Sony. This compact camcorder features a built-in gimbal with Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and a low-light Exmor R CMOS image sensor to produce crisp, high-quality UHD 4K video or 16.6MP still photos. Record up to UHD 4K video at 24 or 30 fps using Sony's XAVC S codec at rates up to 100 Mb/s or up to 50 Mb/s 1080p HD video. Fast, intelligent autofocus tracks your subjects while keeping them sharp, and the ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens features a 20x optical/30x digital zoom in 4K and up to 250x digital zoom in HD. The FDR-AX43's Dual Video mode enables you to record MP4 movies simultaneously with your XAVC S 4K video, perfect for playback on your phone and faster uploading to your network or the web. The Dual Video Mode also enables the use of the Highlight Movie Maker, a one-button function that creates a highlight reel of your footage you can quickly play back at an event. A 4K time-lapse mode can be used to condense your adventures or capture stunning nature or atmospheric sequences.
Built-In Gimbal with Optical StabilizationThe FDR-AX43's integrated gimbal with Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization cushions your images against shaking and jarring, even while running or zoomed in.
ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* Lens with 20x Optical ZoomThe ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* lens features a wide 35mm-equivalent focal length of 26.8mm (in movie mode) to fit more into your shots and a 20x optical zoom range in UHD 4K. Multicoating reduces unwanted reflections, ghosting, and flares. To get you closer to the action, the zoom range can be extended using Clear Image Zoom of 30x/40x (4K/HD) using Clear Image zoom.
5.1 Channel Onboard Audio CaptureDuring AVCHD recording, a 5.1 channel built-in microphone captures active sounds coming from five directions so you can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording. Level meters on the LCD panel provide visual monitoring of each channel's levels.
Note: The 5.1 channel audio is only available when recording in AVCHD, so it is not available for UHD 4K recording, which uses the XAVC S codec.
Lower Noise Audio PerformanceThe microphone is designed to gather clear sound from five directions, making it possible to faithfully reproduce audio with clearly defined separation.
High-Speed Full HD RecordingShoot in 1080p at 120 fps and bring it into your editing software to produce high-resolution slow-motion footage. This is useful for reviewing, in greater slow-motion detail, sports and everyday action that can occur too quickly in real time for you to see clearly.
XAVC S, AVCHD, and MP4 CodecsThe FDR-AX43 records 4K and HD movies in the XAVC S format, which uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in an MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Additionally, you can choose to record HD in AVCHD (ideal for HDTV and Blu-ray disc burning) or MP4 (ideal for sharing over the internet).
Dual-Video RecordingRecord two movies at the same time, one in the maximum-quality XAVC S or AVCHD format and another in MP4 format. This gives you a small file ready for instant sharing, plus a professional-grade file for further editing.
4K Time-LapseCapture 4K 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 time-lapse movie.
Super-Sampled Full HD PlaybackEnhance your viewing experience even without a 4K television. Using super-sampling, the camera automatically down-converts 4K footage to exceptionally detailed Full HD.
3" Clear Photo LCD Touchscreen DisplayThe flip-out, tilting 3" Clear Photo LCD provides a crisp view perfect for viewing, playback, or vlogging.
Simple Connectivity to Smartphones via Wi-Fi/NFCBuilt-in Wi-Fi/NFC support enables easy connectivity with smartphones for one-touch sharing and one-touch remote control. NFC (near-field communication) provides "touch connection" convenience when transferring images to Android smartphones and tablets. Simply touch your NFC-compatible device to the camcorder to establish a connection.
Live StreamingShare the adventure as it happens via Ustream live streaming. 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 to notify your friends when you start streaming video.
Multicamera ControlAdd a different point of view by including other camera angles to your movies. Connect to up to five compatible Sony cameras via Wi-Fi and use the camcorder's LCD to preview what the other cameras are seeing and simultaneously start recording on all synced cameras. After recording, you can use the PlayMemories Home software (available as a free download on Sony's website) to easily edit and create multiview movies.
Additional Features- Dual Record (video and still image recording)
- Photo capture from movie
- Face Detection and Smile Shutter
- Motion/Golf Shot
- BRAVIA Sync (CEC)
- Lock-on AF
- My Voice Cancelling
FEATURES
- UHD 4K 24/30p & 16.6MP Stills
- Built-In Gimbal, Optical Stabilization
- 1/2.5" Exmor R Low-Light CMOS Sensor
- 20x Optical Zoom & 40x Clear Image Zoom
- 26.8mm Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Zoom Lens>/li>
- 3" LCD Touchscreen
- Up to 100 Mb/s XAVC S 4K / HD to 50 Mb/s
- 5.1 Channel Surround Sound Microphone
- 1-Button Highlight Movie Maker
SPECIFICATIONS
Microphone InputCAMERA | |
Sensor Type | 1/2.5" CMOS Sensor |
Sensor Resolution |
Actual: 8.57 Megapixel Effective: 8.29 Megapixel |
OPTICS |
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Focal Length | 4.44 to 88mm |
35mm-Equivalent Focal Length |
26.8 to 536mm at 16:9 32.8 to 656mm at 4:3 |
Maximum Aperture | f/2 - f/3.8 |
Minimum Focus Distance | 0.4" / 1.0 cm |
Fixed Focus | No |
Zoom |
Optical: 20x Clear Image Zoom: 30x 4K Clear Image Zoom: 40x (in HD) Digital: 250x (in HD) |
Filter Size | 55 mm |
RECORDING |
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System | NTSC |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid |
Video Format |
3840 x 2160p at 24/30 fps (100, 60 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080p at 24/30/60 fps (50 Mb/s XAVC S) 1920 x 1080p at 60 fps (28 Mb/s AVCHD) 1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (24 Mb/s AVCHD) 1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (17 Mb/s AVCHD) 1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (24 Mb/s AVCHD) 1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (17 Mb/s AVCHD) 1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (9 Mb/s AVCHD) 1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (5 Mb/s AVCHD) 1280 x 720p at 30 fps (3 Mb/s MP4) |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Still Image Support |
JPEG 16.6 MP (5440 x 3056) JPEG 12.5 MP (4080 x 3056) JPEG 8.3 MP (3840 x 2160) JPEG 6.2 MP (2880 x 2160) JPEG 2.1 MP (1920 x 1080) JPEG .3 MP (640 x 480) |
Channels | 5.1-Channel |
Audio Format |
AAC-LC Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital 5.1 LPCM |
Sampling Frequency | LPCM: 48.0 kHz |
Bit Rate | LPCM: 16.0-Bit |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 3.0" |
EXPOSURE CONTROL |
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Shutter Speed | 10,000 - 8 Second (Photo) |
Shooting Modes |
Auto M (Manual) |
Interval Recording |
1 Second 2 Second 5 Second 10 Second 30 Second 60 Second |
Self-Timer | 10 Sec |
FEATURES |
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Image Stabilization | Optical |
Scene Modes | Preset: Yes |
White Balance Modes |
Auto Indoor 1 Onepush Outdoors |
Creative Effects | Yes |
Built-In Mic | Yes |
Built-In Speaker | Yes |
Built-In Light/Flash |
Light - No Flash - No |
Wi-Fi | Yes, 802.11b/g |
Accessory Shoe | 1 x Multi Interface Shoe |
Tripod Mount | 1/4" - 20 |
INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS | |
Outputs |
1 x Micro-HDMI (Type D) 1 x Multi-Terminal micro-USB |
Microphone Input | Yes |
Headphone Jack | Yes |