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.

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

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