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Sony FDR-AX1 Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder

Model: FDR-AX1

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Specifications

Viewfinder

Power Mode Yes
Type 0.45" (1.14 cm)
Backlight Yes

Recording

Recording Time 50 min with 64GB XQD card (XAVC-S 3840 x 2160/60p, 150 Mbps)
150 min with 64GB XQD card (XAVC-S 1920 x 1080p/60p, 50 Mbps)
Video Actual (Pixels) Approx. 8,300,000 pixels
Audio Format Linear PCM (48 kHz / 16-bit)
Audio Channels 2-channels
Microphone Max Input Level 120 dB SPL
Built-In Microphone Yes (2-channel stereo microphone)
Built-In Speakers Yes (monaural speaker)
Microphone Level Control Yes (2 steps)
Wind Position Yes (On/Off)
Video Signal UHDTV
HDTV
Compatible Formats XAVC-S: MP4 (4:2:0, 150 Mbps, 4K 3840 x 2160/60p)
XAVC-S: MP4 (4:2:0, 150 Mbps, 4K 3840 x 2160/50p)
XAVC-S: MP4 (4:2:0, 60 or 100 Mbps, 4K 3840 x 2160/30p)
XAVC-S: MP4 (4:2:0, 60 or 100 Mbps, 4K 3840 x 2160/25p)
XAVC-S: MP4 (4:2:0, 60 or 100 Mbps, 4K 3840 x 2160/24p)
XAVC-S: MP4 (4:2:0, 50 Mbps, HD 1920 x 1080)
AVCHD: m2ts (4:2:0, up to 28 Mbps, HD 1920 x 1080)
Video Format XAVC-S format
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Media Type XQD memory card x 2
Video Resolution 4K: 3840 x 2160p at 60 fps (150 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 30 fps (100 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 30 fps (60 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 24 fps (100 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 24 fps (60 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 50 fps (150 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 25 fps (100 Mbps)
4K: 3840 x 2160p at 25 fps (60 Mbps)
HD: 1920 x 1080p at 60 fps (50 Mbps)
HD: 1920 x 1080p at 30 fps (50 Mbps)
HD: 1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (50 Mbps)
HD: 1920 x 1080p at 50 fps (50 Mbps)
HD: 1920 x 1080p at 25 fps (50 Mbps)

Optics

Sensor 1/2.3" back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
Pixel Gross Approx. 18,900,000 pixels
Effective Pixels Approx. 8,300,000 pixels
Color Filter System RGB primary color filters
Lens Sony G Lens
Image Stabilization Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
Aperture f/1.6 - f/3.4
Focal Length 4.1 - 82 mm
35mm Equivalent Focal Length 31.5 - 630 mm
Optical Zoom 20x
Filter Diameter 72 mm
Minimum Focus Distance Wide: Approx. 0.4" (1 cm)
Tele: Approx. 31.5" (80 cm)
Aperture Blade 6 blades
ND Filter Off
1/4
1/16
1/64
Control Rings Focus ring
Iris ring
Zoom ring

General

Weight 5.38 lb (2.44 kg)
camera only

6.1 lb (2.77 kg)
camera and NP-F970 battery
Dimensions (WxHxD) 7.44 x 7.6 x 14.25" (189 x 193 x 362 mm) including NP-F970 battery
Power Consumption Viewfinder (4K): 14.2 W (30p / 60 Mbps)
Viewfinder (HD): 15.4 W (60p / 50 Mbps)
LCD (4K): 14.5 W (30p / 60 Mbps)
LCD (HD): 15.7 W (60p / 50 Mbps)
Power Requirements 7.2 V (battery pack)
12.4 V (AC adapter)
Battery Type NP-F970

Focus Control

Focus Area Full range focus
Focus System Contrast AF
AF Modes Auto
Manual (ring)
Push Auto Focus Yes
Manual Focus Assist Magnified display for precise manual focus
Peaking display

Exposure Control

Push Auto Iris Yes
Manual Exposure Assist Zebra pattern display
Metering Modes Multi-segment
Exposure Compensation AE level
AE speed (menu)
Noise Reduction Yes
White Balance Modes Auto
One Push
Outdoor
Indoor
Color Temp
WB Shift Yes
Minimum Illumination 60p: 4 lux (1/30 shutter speed)
50p: 3 lux (1/25 shutter speed)
Auto Iris Control f/1.6 - f/11
Manual Iris Control f/1.6 - f/11

Display

Pixels 1,229,000 pixels
LCD Type 3.5" (8.8 cm) Xtra Fine LCD 3D display
Backlight Yes (menu)
Marker Yes
Angle Adjustment Opening Angle: 180° (max)
Turning Angle: 270° (max)
Aspect Ratio 16:9 (wide)
Coverage 100%

Connectivity

DC Input Yes
Remote Terminal LANC
Accessory Shoe Yes
Memory Card Slot XQD x 2 (for XAVC-S)
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible x 1 (for AVCHD)
SD/SDHC/SDXC x 1 (utility SD slot)
A/V Outputs Composite video (RCA) output x 1 (SD)
Analog audio L/R (RCA) output x 1 (SD)
HDMI output x 1 (HD/4K)
USB Ports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B) x 1
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Host (mass-storage type-A) x 1
Headphone Jack Stereo mini-jack x 1
Microphone Input XLR jacks x 2 (line/mic)
Expert Reviews
Bestcovery.34444946
6 March 2015
9.5/10

The FDR-AX1 is a powerful tool with 4K internal recording up to 60 fps off of an Exmor 8.3MP CMOS sensor. One of the things making this camera great for professionals and home users alike is the array of function buttons around the camera giving easy access to many key options.

Videomaker.32824901
2 February 2014

Let me just state for the record - The Ed Rogers Videogame Foundation (truly a worthy cause I understand) gratefully accepts generous donations...;) I haven't really investigated 4k compatible editing software. Which platforms support it? I love the demo video. Nice! Well done.

Photography bay.33575659
30 October 2013

The Sony FDR-AX1 is a 4K camcorder that comes in at a low $4498 price tag and is really the first of its kind in bringing affordable 4K to the masses with its lightweight XAVC-S codec.

Creative cow.32834232
8 November 2013

Douglas Spotted Eagle has been working with Creative COW for nearly 15 years, since before it was even called The COW.

User Reviews
12 December 2016
6.0/10

The camera creates a grainy image in low light situations, not sure why. I've gotten both good and bad quality out of it, and the batteries are a real problem in that they are hard to keep charged.

Product Highlights
  • Record 4K 3840 x 2160p Video at 60 fps
  • 1/2.3" Exmor R 8.3MP CMOS Image Sensor
  • Sony G Lens with 20x Optical Zoom
  • Built-In Microphone & Dual Pro XLR Jacks
  • Dual XQD Card Slots for 4K Recording
  • XAVC-S Format for 150 Mbps 4K Recording
  • Three ND Filters & Five Paint Functions
  • Independent Zoom, Focus & Iris Rings
  • Seven Assignable Buttons & HDMI Output
  • Supports TRILUMINOS Color Technology
9.5/10
Average Expert Score
7.0/10
Average User Score
In The Box
  • Sony FDR-AX1 Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder
  • NP-F970 L-Series Info-Lithium Battery Pack (6300mAh)
  • AC-NB12A AC Adapter
  • AC-VL1 Battery Charger
  • HDMI Cable
  • USB Cable
  • Large Eyecup
  • Lens Hood
  • A/V Connecting Cable
  • 32GB QDN32/T XQD N Series Memory Card
  • Vegas Pro 12
  • License CD-ROM
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty
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