Sony FDR-AX53 Handheld camcorder 8.29 MP CMOS 4K Ultra HD Black FDRAX53B.CEH

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Sony FDR-AX53, 8.29 MP, CMOS, 25.4 / 2.5 mm (1 / 2.5"), 4K Ultra HD, 7.62 cm (3"), LCD

FDR-AX53

Advanced features for great movies The performance packed into the top-class 4K Handycam is peerless. Balanced Optical SteadyShot and Fast Intelligent AF achieve exactly the images you aim for. A new microphone structure captures ambience thats all-surrounding. You can even play with time in motion or gain control of pro-style/manual functions. The possibilities and pleasures are endless. The brilliant true-to-life quality of 4K A newly developed lens and image sensor enhance the spectacular definition of 4K resolution, with particular sensitivity for capturing high-quality movies in low light. New ZEISS 20x zoom 4K-compatible lens ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 26.8mm widest angle allows more of a subject to fit in frame. New Exmor R CMOS sensor for 4K Bigger pixel size improves sensitivity for shooting movies with less noise, even in darkness. The wonder of high-bitrate 4K and HD High-bitrate recording in XAVC S format clearly captures even changing scenes with a lot of motion. See 4K movies in HD on non-4K devices Super-sampled Full HD Playback on non-4K TV or device 4K movies automatically down-convert to Full HD to play on an HD TV. Trimming Playback trims movie frame on TV at a touch Trace a finger on the LCD to trim frame of 4K movie playing on TV in Full HD. Extra-steady shooting on the move The short movie below shows the camera shake compensation effects of Balanced Optical SteadyShot (right) and optical image stabilisation (left), respectively. Less image shake within a broad zoom range For extra-stable movie shooting from wide to telephoto. In HD shooting mode, 5-axis Intelligent Active mode further compensates for camera shake, even when shooting while running. Focus with stunning speed Fast Intelligent AF autofocuses not only with exceptional speed, but with uncanny precision, as well. Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly A new AF algorithm optimises communication between lens and image processor for extra-fast AF, and a state-of-the-art AF range prediction system keeps the subject in sharp focus. Capture real-life sound The new microphone structure is designed to capture high-quality sound that conveys fuller ambience with approximately 40% less noise. More fun, start to finish The fun of using Handycam continues even after shooting is done, as you refine, transform and edit the footage into a movie to remember. Special effects add impact to movies High-speed REC for slow-motion movies Record a movie at a high frame rate such as 120fps/100fps (NTSC/PAL) in Full HD. Slow motion movie will reveal startling image quality in every instance of action. See times change with 4K time-lapse movies With Time-lapse Capture, shoot stills of a scene over a period of time with a chosen interval between each shot and edit the sequence into a high-quality 4K time-lapse movie. Unleash more professional shooting potential Professional-style features include manual ring and manual button for control of various assignable functions, plus Time Code and User Bit data recording. Advanced features for editing like a pro Record Time Code and User Bit data These functions are indispensable for advanced editing. Optional remote commanders can make editing more convenient, as well. Wide-ranging accessories meet every need Professional level options open up new possibilities. Further expand your shooting pleasure and give your image output a professional edge with accessories5 specially designed for this model.Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder, 8.29MP, 1/2.5" Exmor R CMOS, Optical Zoom 20x (Digital 250x), 3840 x 2160, 3" LCD, Micro USB, HDMI, NFC, Wi-Fi Sony FDR-AX53. Total megapixels: 8.29 MP, Sensor type: CMOS, Optical sensor size: 25.4 / 2.5 mm (1 / 2.5"). Optical zoom: 20x, Digital zoom: 250x, Focal length range: 26.8 - 536 mm. Camcorder media type: Memory card, Compatible memory cards: MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC, Camera file system: DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, MPF. Focus adjustment: Auto/Manual, Closest focusing distance: 0.01 m. Light exposure modes: Auto, Manual, Light metering: Spot 20/01/2016