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Release date: | 12 Mar 2021 |
Weight | 730 g |
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Canon XA 40 review
Canon XA 40. Total megapixels: 21.14 MP, Sensor type: CCD, Optical sensor size: 25.4 / 2.3 mm (1 / 2.3"). Optical zoom: 20x, Focal length (35mm film equivalent): 29.3 - 601 mm, Filter size: 5.8 cm. Camcorder media type: Memory card, Compatible memory cards: SD,SDHC,SDXC. Focus adjustment: Auto/Manual, Closest focusing distance: 0.01 m. White balance: Auto, Daylight, Tungsten
Ultra-compact, professional palm-sized 4K XA-series camcorder with a 20x optical zoom lensCompact and efficient – XA 4K camcorder with UHD resolution and high magnification
The XA40 features a 1/2.3 - type CMOS Sensor along with DIGIC DV6 image processor. With Over Sampling HD processing this results in improved Full HD image quality. The XA40 features a lens with 20x optical zoom with 29.3mm wide angle.Ultra-compact professional 4K UHD camcorder
The combination of a 4K 1/2.3 - type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV6 image processor delivers high quality 4K UHD images, and superior Full HD images thanks to Over Sampling HD processing. Recordings in MP4 UHD 150Mbps at 25P and Full HD 35Mbps/17Mbps at 50P/25P are supported.4K 20x optical zoom lens with wide angle
Capture the images you need with 20x Optical zoom with wide angle starting from 29.3mm. Consistency of imaging is ensured by a powerful 5-axis image stabilisation, whilst 3D realtime lens group structure support wide-angle zoom operation.Infrared recording capability
The XA40 includes an Infrared Mode, allowing users to capture video in conditions with little to no ambient light. There is the option of recording in white or green mode.Slow and Fast Motion recording
Work the way your project demands with continuous recording available in Slow and Fast motion modes in both UHD and Full HD, with a maximum speed of 1200x.Lightweight and compact with professional features
The XA40 weighs less than 1.2kg with a 3.0-inch LCD touch screen provides intuitive control. The highly portable camcorder also support linear PCM 4-channel audio, with built-in stereo mic and two XLR terminals. Additionally, two SD memory card slots are provided for simultaneous or relay recording.- 4K UHD / 25P: MP4 up to 150Mbps
- 29.3 – 601mm: Wide-angle 4K zoom
- High quality Full HD: Uses the 4K UHD sensor to deliver superior Full HD images
- 5-Axis IS: Advanced optical and dynamic image stabilisation
- Infrared mode: Capture high-quality video in conditions with little to no ambient light
- 3.0-inch touch screen: Easy focus point and camera control
- Linear PCM: 2 x XLR terminals plus built-in mic
- Dual card slots: SD card simultaneous or relay recording
Canon XA 40 specs
Technical Details
Number of diaphragm blades: | 8 |
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Other Features
Lens cap included: |
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Packaging Content
AC adapter included: |
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Cables included: | AC |
Lens hood: |
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Number of batteries included: | 1 pc(s) |
Weight & Dimensions
Height: | 182 mm |
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Depth: | 84 mm |
Width: | 109 mm |
Battery
Battery type: | BP-820 |
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Battery capacity: | 1780 mAh |
Video recording time: | 2.9 h |
Battery technology: | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Network
Near Field Communication (NFC): | False |
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Wi-Fi: | False |
Bluetooth: | False |
Ports & Interfaces
DC-in jack: |
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Headphone connectivity: | 3.5 mm |
Headphone outputs: | 1 |
Microphone in: |
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Mini HDMI ports quantity: | 1 |
Mini-USB 2.0 ports quantity: | 1 |
S-Video out: |
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USB connectivity: |
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XLR in: |
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HDMI: | True |
PictBridge: | False |
Audio
Audio formats supported: | AAC |
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Microphone connectivity: | 3.5 mm |
Built-in microphone: |
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Design
Product colour: | Black |
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Camera
Remotely operated: |
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3D: | False |
Image processor: | DIGIC DV 6 |
Minimum illumination: | 4.2 lx |
Camcorder type: | Handheld camcorder |
Viewfinder
Viewfinder screen size: | 0.24" |
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Display
Touchscreen: | True |
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Flip-out screen: |
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Built-in display: |
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Display diagonal: | 7.62 cm (3") |
Shutter
Camera shutter speed: | 1/6 - 1/2000, 1/2 - 1/500 s |
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Flash
Shoe mounting point: |
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Shoe mounting point type: | Cold shoe |
White Balance
White balance: | Auto, Daylight, Tungsten |
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Focusing
Closest focusing distance: | 0.01 m |
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Face detection: |
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Focus adjustment: | Auto/Manual |
Storage
Memory slots: | 2 |
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Camcorder tape type: |
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Disc types supported: |
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Compatible memory cards: | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Camcorder media type: | Memory card |
Image Sensor
Effective megapixels (movie): | 8.29 MP |
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Optical sensor size: | 25.4 / 2.3 mm (1 / 2.3") |
Sensor type: | CCD |
Total megapixels: | 21.14 MP |
Video
Bitrate at maximum video resolution: | 150 Mbit/s |
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Video formats supported: | MP4 |
Video resolutions: | 1920 x 1080,3840 x 2160 pixels |
Maximum video resolution: | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
HD type: | 4K Ultra HD |
Lens System
Maximum aperture number: | 1.8 |
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Minimum aperture number: | 2.8 |
Image stabilizer type: | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
Filter size: | 5.8 cm |
Focal length (35mm film equivalent): | 29.3 - 601 mm |
Image stabilizer: |
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Optical zoom: | 20x |
Operational Conditions
Operating relative humidity (H-H): | 0 - 85% |
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Operating temperature (T-T): | -5 - 45 °C |
Key Features
Weight: | 730 g |
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