FDR-AX53
Relive great moments
Picture brilliant action. Pursue with passion. Keep it fresh forever. With a 4K Handycam® at hand, the most moving memories really come alive.
$1,299.99 |
AX53 4K Handycam® with Exmor R® CMOS sensor
New software is now available.
Power up your camera to further enhance shooting ease.
Advanced features for great movies
The performance packed into the top-class 4K Handycam® is peerless. Balanced Optical SteadyShot and Fast Intelligent AF achieve exactly the images you aim for. A new microphone structure captures ambiance that's all-surrounding. You can even play with time in motion or gain control of pro-style/manual functions. The possibilities and pleasures are endless.
What’s balanced optical steady shot
Sony's Balanced Optical SteadyShotTM is a unique stabilizer, with a gimbal mechanism about 13 times more effective than other optical systems. Capture smooth, professional-looking images, even at full zoom or while running, with no need for bulky external gimbals.
The keys to extraordinary image quality
Advanced lens and image sensor capabilities enhance high-precision depiction, sensitivity and power.
Balanced Optical SteadyShot
Superior image stabilization lets you shoot steadily throughout the zoom range even as you walk.
Fast Intelligent Autofocus (AF)
Extra-efficient lens drive and AF range prediction can shift focus from far to near subjects quickly.
High-quality sound recording
New mic structure captures sound from five directions with approximately 40% less noise for realistic ambiance.
Have fun during and after shooting
Get creative with High Speed REC and Time-lapse Capture to make an impressive movie.
More professional functions
Shoot like a pro with manual setting functions, EVF, plus Time Code and User Bit data recording.
The brilliant true-to-life quality of 4K
A newly developed lens and image sensor enhance the spectacular definition of 4K resolution, with particular sensitivity for capturing high-quality movies in low light.
New ZEISS® 20x zoom 4K-compatible lens
ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens with 26.8 mm widest angle allows more of a subject to fit in frame.
New Exmor R® CMOS sensor for 4K
Bigger pixel size improves sensitivity for shooting movies with less noise, even in darkness.
The wonder of high-bitrate 4K and HD
High-bitrate recording in XAVC S format clearly captures even changing scenes with a lot of motion.
See 4K movies in HD on non-4K devices
Super-sampled Full HD Playback on non-4K TV or device
4K movies automatically down-convert to Full HD to play on an HD TV.
Trimming Playback trims movie frame on TV at a touch
Trace a finger on the LCD to trim frame of 4K movie playing on TV in Full HD.
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Extra-steady shooting on the move
The short movie below shows the camera shake compensation effects of Balanced Optical SteadyShot (right) and optical image stabilization (left), respectively.
Less image shake within a broad zoom range
For extra-stable movie shooting from wide to telephoto. In HD shooting mode, 5-axis Intelligent Active mode further compensates for camera shake, even when shooting while running.
Focus with stunning speed
Fast Intelligent AF autofocuses not only with exceptional speed, but with uncanny precision as well.
Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly
A new AF algorithm optimizes communication between lens and image processor for extra-fast AF, and a state-of-the-art AF range prediction system keeps the subject in sharp focus.
Capture real-life sound
The new microphone structure is designed to capture high-quality sound that conveys fuller ambiance with approximately 40% less noise.
More fun, start to finish
The fun of using Handycam® continues even after shooting is done, as you refine, transform and edit the footage into a movie to remember.
Special effects add impact to movies
High-speed REC for slow-motion movies
Record a movie at a high frame rate such as 120fps in Full HD. Slow motion movie will reveal startling image quality in every instance of action.
See times change with 4K time-lapse movies
With Time-lapse Capture, shoot stills of a scene over a period of time with a chosen interval between each shot and edit the sequence into a high-quality 4K time-lapse movie.
Unleash more professional shooting potential
Professional-style features include manual ring and manual button for control of various assignable functions, plus Time Code and User Bit data recording.
Advanced features for editing like a pro
Record Time Code and User Bit data
These functions are indispensable for advanced editing. Optional remote commanders can make editing more convenient as well.
Wide-ranging accessories meet every need
Professional level options open up new possibilities.
Further expand your shooting pleasure and give your image output a professional edge with accessories specially designed for this model.
Specifications and Features
Bring memories to greater life with the 4K camcorder. Record spectacular 4K Ultra HD detail. Minimize image shake with Balanced Optical SteadyShot. Autofocus with extra-precise Fast Intelligent AF. Capture a range of stunning results using a 4K-compatible optical 20x zoom ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens with 26.8 mm widest angle.
- Sensor Type
- 1/2.5 type (7.20 mm) back-illuminated Exmor R® CMOS Sensor
- Effective Pixels (Video)
- approx. 8.29 Megapixels (16:9)
- Lens Type
- ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T*
- Optical Zoom
- 20x
- Clear Image Zoom
- 4K: 30x HD: 40x
- Screen Type
- 3.0" (3.0 type) Xtra Fine LCD display (921,600 dots) Wide (16:9)
What's in the Box
Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-FV70), AC Adaptor, Power Cord, Operating Guide, HDMI(micro) Cable, Micro USB Cable
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