Sony FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam Camcorder
Model: FDRAX43/B
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Recording
Audio Format | AAC-LC Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital 5.1 LPCM |
Bit Rate | LPCM: 16.0-Bit |
Sampling Frequency | LPCM: 48.0 kHz |
System | NTSC |
Recording Media | SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo (Mark 2), Memory Stick XC-HG Duo |
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 |
Packaging Info
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.5 x 5.9 x 4.3" |
Package Weight | 2.395 lb |
Optics
Filter Size | 55 mm |
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 |
Fixed Focus | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.4" / 1.0 cm |
Zoom | Optical: 20x Clear Image Zoom: 30x 4K Clear Image Zoom: 40x (in HD) Digital: 250x (in HD) |
Input/Output Connectors
Outputs | 1 x Micro-HDMI (Type D) 1 x Multi-Terminal micro-USB |
Microphone Input | Yes |
Headphone Jack | Yes |
General
Power Consumption | In LCD Operation: 4.9 W In Viewfinder Operation: 4.9 W |
Weight | 22.05 oz / 625 g with battery attached |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 6.8 x 3.2 x 2.9" / 173.0 x 80.5 x 73.0 mm with battery attached |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Supported Languages | Brazilian Portuguese English French Spanish |
Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 6.8 VDC, 1960 mAh |
Charging Method | AC Adapter |
Power Adapter | 100 - 240 VAC, 50 / 60Hz |
Features
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 |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Scene Modes | Preset: Yes |
White Balance Modes | Auto Indoor 1 Onepush Outdoors |
Exposure Control
Self-Timer | 10 Sec |
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 |
Display
Size | 3.0" |
Camera
Backside Illumination | Yes |
Color Filter | RGB |
Sensor | 1-Chip 1/2.5" CMOS |
Effective Pixels | 8.29 MP (16:9 Video) 8.29 MP (16:9 Photo) 6.22 MP (4:3 Photo) |
Sensor Resolution | 8.57 MP |
overall the camera shoots excellent video in low and high speed frame mode. the start up is less then 3 seconds from power button/opening side viewer and it is recording. play back is easy to access when quick reviews are needed.
I bought this camcorder to replace my Panasonic HD camcorder. I wanted to record in 4K with some stability, and I noticed that this camera had additional stability built into it. I have to say that the 4K quality is very good but the display even when on the brightest setting is still difficult to...
Better than my Samsung Galaxy Ultra s23 camera...for sure.
There are not so many traditional camcorders available now and this one has been around for some time. However, it does produce very good quality videos. I have had several Sony camcorders and I needed a replacement as I lost several videos due to the last one failing badly in hot weather.
Good quality images and easy to use. Feels a bit plastic so not sure how robust it will be. Wish I'd gone for a model with an eye peice viewfinder as difficult to see the screen in bright areas.
I had an FDR AX43 for about 3 years and now I have bought an AX43A. The screen is brighter and higher resolution on the 43A.
Wasn't too sure if this camera would be able to record audio directly from a mixing desk so that we could get a good all round recording of the band. It did the job. Picture quality was excellent. Sound quality via the cameras own microphone was ok but for the price it is as good as you can get.
This is an incredible camera, and is definitely 4K. The problem is the auto focus sometimes takes too long to sharpen up and if you are extremely picky like me it is a little frustrating.
Camcorders might be out of fashion but this one is amazing value, and the inbuilt gimbal does a fabulous job of stabilising the picture. Great image quality too. Recommended.
It's a pleasure to use this camera as it's always been the case with Sony cameras. My only complaint is the frame rate for 4K is set at 25fps. There's no 30p. The footage looks amazing regardless.
- 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
- 3" LCD Touchscreen
- Fast Intelligent AF with Tracking
- Up to 100 Mb/s XAVC S 4K / HD to 50 Mb/s
- 5.1 Channel Surround Sound Microphone
- 1-Button Highlight Movie Maker
- Sony FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam Camcorder
- Sony NP-FV70 V-Series Rechargeable Battery Pack (1960mAh, 6.8-8.4V)
- AC Adapter
- Power Cord
- Micro-HDMI Cable
- Micro-USB Cable
- Limited 1-Year Warranty