Sony Handycam FDR-AX700 Ultra HD 4K Digital Camcorder
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4K and HDR are now available in an easy-to-use camcorder format with the Sony FDR-AX700 4K Camcorder. Using the HLG format, HDR (High Dynamic Range) images can be recorded and processed for playback on HDR screens. Compared to SDR (Standard Dynamic Range) formats, HDR offers increased color and contrast representation that is immediately noticeable. Dual SD card slots, an LCD and viewfinder, manual controls, a 12x zoom range, and a comfortable form factor make the AX700 an all-around camera for anything from family events to professional filmmaking and videography.
4K recording has made focusing more difficult. Missed focus becomes exponentially more obvious with the increase in resolution over HD formats. Sony's phase detection autofocus uses 273 points to lock onto and track subjects as they move through the frame. Focus speed and tracking can be adjusted to fit your project. So, whether you're tracking fast-moving vehicles or actors moving through the frame, the AX700 will be able to keep up and maintain sharp focus.
For more advanced users, Sony included S-Log2 and S-Log3 picture profiles alongside their S-Gamut color space. Enabling this functionality grants you greater control over the final image through post-production processing.
Key Features
4K HDR Video Recording
Recording in HDR using Hybrid-Log Gamma (HLG) enables you to record and display wider ranges of exposure and color than normally available in SDR media. Without extra processing, HDR recordings can be enjoyed by simply connecting the camera to an HLG-compatible Sony TV using a USB cable.
XAVC S Recording Format
The XAVC S format is used for 4K and HD recording. Bit rates of up to 100 Mbps for 4K, and 50 Mbps for Full HD recording, ensure detailed video with minimal compression noise. 100 Mbps recording is also available at 120 fps in Full HD, so high-quality slow-motion sequences can be created during post-processing.
Proxy Recording
Speed up your editing and delivery with the option of onboard proxy recording. Lower-resolution proxy files are captured alongside full-resolution 4K video, for easy sharing and online collaboration, as well as more efficient editing on under-powered computers. When you're ready, simply substitute the proxy files with the full-resolution ones to finalize your video.
Slow and Quick Motion
Enjoy creative ways to express time's passage. The Super Slow Motion and Slow & Quick Motion let you capture motion in the blink of an eye, at up to 960 fps (40x super slow motion), or in compelling time-lapse sequences, captured at 1 fps for playback at up to 60x natural speed.
Timecode / User Bit
For professional workflows and multicamera editing requirements, standard SMPTE Timecode and User Bit can be included with your recordings. With embedded timecode, synchronizing multiple cameras for editing is incredibly simple, while custom eight-digit User Bit codes allow fast indexing and media management on larger projects.
Wide Coverage
Up to 273 phase-detection focus points cover over 80% of the entire image area. This makes autofocus coverage widespread and dense enough to quickly capture subjects, such as fast-moving ones that are otherwise difficult to focus on.
Focus Tracking
Easily keep track of your focus areas with phase-detection AF frames around in-focus subjects. Switching between focus points is seamless as well, with a simple touch on the screen to select a new focus target.
Adjustable Tracking Depth Range
Select an AF tracking depth configuration within a range from "1" to "5"—from the narrowest setting for relatively little movement, to the widest setting for relatively dynamic movement. This lets you take advantage of specific ways to track subjects according to your expressive intentions, subject movement, and shooting conditions.
Specifications
Sensor 1 x 1" CMOS
Pixel Gross Not specified by manufacturer
Effective Pixels 14.2 MP (16:9 Video)
14.2 MP (16:9 Photo)
12 MP (3:2 Photo)
Optics
Focal Length 9.3 - 111.6mm
35mm-Equivalent Focal Length 29 - 348 at 16:9 (Video/Photo)
32.8 - 393.6 at 3:2 (Photo)
Maximum Aperture f/2.8 - f/4.5
Minimum Focusing Distance 0.4" / 1.0 cm
Angle of View Not specified by manufacturer
Zoom Optical: 12x
Clear Image Zoom: 18x 4K
Clear Image Zoom: 24x (in HD)
Digital: 192x
Filter Size 62 mm
Built-In ND Filters Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
Recording
Recording Media Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video Format 3840 x 2160 at 24, 30 fps (100, 60 Mbps XAVC S)
1920 x 1080p at 120 fps (100, 60 Mbps XAVC S)
1920 x 1080p at 24, 30, 60 fps (16, 50 Mbps XAVC S)
1280 x 720 at 24, 30, 60 fps (9 Mbps XAVC S)
640 x 360 at 24, 30, 60 fps (3 Mbps XAVC S)
1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (17, 24 Mbps AVCHD)
1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (5 Mbps AVCHD)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Slow Motion Mode 120 fps Recorded at 1920 x 1080p
60 fps Recorded at 1920 x 1080p
Still Image Resolution JPEG: 14.2 Megapixel, 5042 x 2824 (16:9)
JPEG: 12 Megapixel, 4240 x 2824 (3:2)
Microphone Recording Angle Not specified by manufacturer
Channels 2.0-Channel Stereo
Features
A grade manufacturer refurbished
Supplied as new with all standard included accessories
Full 12 month Sony UK warranty supplied