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Release date: 22 Sep 2017
Weight 1.03 kg
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Sony FDR-AX700 review

Sony FDR-AX700. Total megapixels: 14.2 MP, Sensor type: CMOS, Effective megapixels (image): 14.2 MP. Optical zoom: 12x, Digital zoom: 192x, Focal length (35mm film equivalent): 29 - 348 mm. Camcorder media type: Memory card, Compatible memory cards: MS PRO Duo Mark 2,MS XC-HG Duo,SD,SDHC,SDXC, Camera file system: DCF 2.0,Exif 2.3. Focus adjustment: Auto/Manual, Closest focusing distance: 0.01 m. Scene modes: Beach, Fireworks, Landscape, Night, Portrait, Spotlight, Sunrise, Sunset

Record exactly what you see as you like it


Capture life just as you see it in true-to-life 4K HDR (HLG) images with 1.0 – type stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor. The unrivalled performance of Fast Hybrid AF ensures that autofocus and AF tracking are exceptionally precise, responsive and reliable, so you’ll have every chance to take fantastic shots of fleeting action. With such professional-calibre capabilities so conveniently at your command, there are no limits to how far this Handycam® can take your shooting ambitions.

Fast Hybrid AF


High-performance AF stays focused on even fast-moving subjects.

4K HDR (HLG)


Next-generation imaging for more detail, brightness and colour in every shot

Advanced operation


Advanced operating features put more professional results within reach.

Diverse professional recording


Professional functions open up new shooting capabilities.

Incomparable AF performance


An extraordinarily accurate AF system with 273 phase-detection auto-focus points can tenaciously lock onto and track such fast subjects as moving trains and such unpredictable ones as nimble animals anywhere within the frame. With its powerful high-speed BIONZ X image processing engine and advanced new movie AF algorithm, the FDR-AX700 achieves focus with speed, precision, and flexibility unprecedented in the Handycam® lineup.

Wide AF coverage


With up to 273 phase-detection AF points densely covering approx. 84% of the image area, the stacked Exmor RSâ„¢ CMOS sensor allows precise subject tracking throughout the shooting frame.

Fast AF response


The Fast Hybrid AF system with the BIONZ X imaging engine efficiently processes data from the wide-area phase-detection AF sensor for high-speed focus on even fast-moving subjects.

Reliable subject tracking


A combination of high-speed data readout and processing performance, plus a new AF algorithm designed especially for movie recording ensures precise, reliable rapid subject tracking.

Capture the cutting edge of reality


High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology represents a visual revolution, revealing a dramatically wider colour and brightness range to match the high-resolution image quality of 4K. The FDR-AX700 makes taking these astonishing HDR images easy with Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) recording – no extra processing is required. Simply connect the camcorder to an HLG-compatible Sony TV via a USB cable to immediately enjoy.

Designed for advanced movie production


Take command of movie production with a wide range of manual controls, ergonomic button and grip design, plus a large zoom seesaw lever for fluid handheld shooting. A high-resolution electronic viewfinder and LCD touch panel make it easy to preview and monitor shots in precise detail. Dual memory card slots are versatile and convenient for extended relay recording or simultaneous backup recording.

High-resolution OLED viewfinder


The 2359 dots high-resolution OLED Tru-Finderâ„¢ electronic viewfinder provides high contrast, accurate colour, and excellent visibility even in bright sunlight.

Extra Fine LCD


The 3.5-type Extra Fine LCD touch panel (1555k dots) offers clear, vivid images and lets you select an autofocus point by tapping the screen.

More functional, enhanced menu


Adapted from Sony professional camcorders, the menu system offers faster access to advanced controls and a live settings preview.

Versatile, professional-style functions


A wide range of gamma and colour space customisation includes S-log2 and S-log3 profiles that professionals use for creative flexibility in post-production workflows. Also, with variable frame-rate recording at up to 960(NTSC)/1000(PAL)fps, you can see extraordinary detail in playback of slow-motion movies.

S-log2 / S-log3


S-log2 and S-log3 gamma curves allow far wider ranges of brightness and colour to be captured, enhancing post-processing potential. LUTs (Look Up Tables) are also available for free.

Picture profile


You can use pre-configured and customisable picture profiles to save time and trouble when adjusting colour, detail, and gamma to quickly achieve a particular look or production requirement.

Zebra function


This handy tool indicates areas of correct- and over-exposure with an adjustable zebra stripe pattern, even when you’re shooting with S-log gamma.

Express your vision beyond realtime motion


The Super Slow Motion and Slow & Quick Motion let you record within a vast range of speeds, from the most fleeting action at up to 40x super slow motion, to up to 60x quick motion videos shot at as little as 1fps.

Sony FDR-AX700 specs

Technical Details

Number of diaphragm blades: 7
Playback modes: Fast, Slow
User guide: yes

Other Features

Lens cap included: yes

Packaging Content

AC adapter included: yes
Batteries included: yes
Lens hood: yes
Number of batteries included: 1 pc(s)
Remote control included: yes

Weight & Dimensions

Height: 89.5 mm
Depth: 196.5 mm
Width: 116 mm

Battery

Battery type: NP-FV70A
Battery recharge time: 2.5 h
Battery voltage: 7.4 V
Battery technology: Lithium

Network

Near Field Communication (NFC): True
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi: True

Ports & Interfaces

Composite video out: 1
DC-in jack: yes
Headphone connectivity: 3.5 mm
Headphone outputs: 1
Microphone in: yes
S-Video out: no
HDMI: True
PictBridge: False

Audio

Microphone connectivity: 3.5 mm
Built-in microphone: yes

Still Image

Image formats supported: JPG
Maximum image resolution: 5024 x 2824 pixels

Design

Product colour: Black

Camera

Remotely operated: yes
3D: False
Image processor: BIONZ X
Back Light Compensation (BLC): yes
Minimum illumination: 1.7 lx
Supported aspect ratios: 16:9
Camcorder type: Handheld camcorder

Viewfinder

Viewfinder screen size: 0.39"
Viewfinder resolution: 2359296 pixels
Viewfinder type: Electronic

Display

Touchscreen: True
Display aspect ratio: 16:9
Flip-out screen: yes
Display: OLED
Built-in display: yes
Display diagonal: 8.79 cm (3.46")

Shutter

Camera shutter speed: 1/10000 s

White Balance

White balance: Auto, Indoor, One push, Outdoor

Exposure

Scene modes: Beach, Fireworks, Landscape, Night, Portrait, Spotlight, Sunrise, Sunset

Focusing

Auto Focus (AF) lock: yes
Closest focusing distance: 0.01 m
Face detection: yes
Focus adjustment: Auto/Manual

Storage

Camera file system: DCF 2.0,Exif 2.3
Camcorder tape type: no
Compatible memory cards: MS PRO Duo Mark 2,MS XC-HG Duo,SD,SDHC,SDXC
Camcorder media type: Memory card

Image Sensor

Effective megapixels (image): 14.2 MP
Effective megapixels (movie): 14.2 MP
Optical sensor size: 1
Sensor type: CMOS
Total megapixels: 14.2 MP

Video

Bitrate at maximum video resolution: 100 Mbit/s
Maximum frame rate: 120 fps
Video formats supported: AVCHD,H.264,MPEG4
Video resolutions: 640 x 360,1280 x 720,1440 x 1080,1920 x 1080,3840 x 2160
Maximum video resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD

Lens System

Minimum aperture number: 2.8
Image stabilizer type: Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Filter size: 6.2 cm
Focal length (35mm film equivalent): 29 - 348 mm
Digital zoom: 192x
Image stabilizer: yes
Optical zoom: 12x

Key Features

Weight: 1.03 kg