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Sony FDR-AX100, black

Main info

  • 4K UHD 3840 × 2160 25p video recording
  • Carl Zeiss lens with 12× optical zoom (29 – 348 mm)
  • Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization
  • High quality OLED viewfinder
  • WiFi & NFC connectivity

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Sony FDR-AX100, black Sony FDR-AX100, black
  • Capture 4k/25p video that far exceeds HD resolution
  • 1" Exmor R® CMOS sensor with Direct Pixel Read Out
  • 14 megapixel resolution video and 20 megapixel still image capture
  • Versatile shooting with XAVC S2, AVCHD and MP4 codecs
  • Carl Zeiss® Vario Sonnar T* lens with 12× optical zoom
  • Multi-interface Accessory Shoe for system accessories
  • BIONZ X Processor enables high speed recording at up to 120fps
  • Optical SteadyShot™ Image Stabilization with Active Mode
  • Large 3.5" XtraFine™ LCD (921K) and high contrast OLED EVF
  • Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi® and NFC
  • 2 channel LPCM audio for XAVC-S2 & 5.1 channel AC3 audio for AVCHD

4K Gets Personal
Capture your vision in breathtaking 4K Ultra HD with the camcorder that fits in the palm of your hand. Sporting resolution that’s four times clearer than HD, this changes everything. Footage is captured with true cinematic depth thanks to the 1" image sensor and video is recorded with total versatility in mind: XAVCS, AVCHD and MP4. Put one in your hand and tell your story in 4K.

Capture 4k/25p Video That Far Exceeds HD Resolution
Capture the finest details in 4k (Full HD 4× resolution , QFHD: 3840 x 2160). This camcorder allows incredibly high resolution, to produce vibrant and extremely realistic images. What’s more, the blazingly fast image processor is the same one employed in professional Sony models, making it possible to record 25p movies at the camera’s full resolution for incredibly smooth and sharp playback, with no loss in realism, even when panning the camera and shooting moving.

1" Exmor R® CMOS sensor with Direct Pixel Read Out
The Exmor R® CMOS sensor realizes astonishingly smooth, finely detailed images by reading out every pixel’s signal from the image sensor at accelerated speed. Larger sensors generally have to thin out part of the vertical pixel’s signal, however this model can process the full signal thanks to the combination of 1.0-inch sensor and BIONZ X processor.

Versatile shooting with XAVC S, AVCHD and MP4 codecs
The FDR-AX100 records HD movies in the XAVC S format, which uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP42 wrapper. The highly compressed files allow extensive record times. The camcorder also records in AVCHD, ideal for quality video for HDTV and Blu-ray disc burning. Additionally, the camcorder can shoot MP4 HD video, which is ideal for sharing over the internet at up to 28Mbps. Having the ability to switch between all three of three formats makes this camcorder an ideal tool that is versatile for creating content to live in a number of different environments.

Zeiss® Vario Sonnar T* lens with 12× optical zoom
The FDR-AX100 comes equipped with a newly developed Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T* lens that has cleared a series of tough performance tests. Not only is this 29mm wide-angle lens ideal for capturing grand landscapes, but it covers wide-ranging image expression thanks to maximum 12× optical zoom and 24× Clear Image zoom.

Multi-interface Accessory Shoe for System Accessories
Users can expand photographic and movie shooting possibilities by attaching optional accessories via the Multi Interface Shoe, including an electronic viewfinder, powerful external flash and stereo microphone. You can also connect with a compatible remote control via Multi Terminal.

BIONZ® X Processor Enables High Speed Recording at 120fps
The new BIONZ® X image processor enables the camcorder to create more naturally vivid and lifelike image quality, and higher resolution imagery. Notable features of BIONZ X technology include:
  • Detail reproduction technology optimally filters edges and textures differently depending on the scene.
  • Area specific noise reduction swiftly and efficiently analyzes the subject and reduces noise.
This new image processing technology achieves an even better balance of exceptional detail and advanced noise control. Its ability to record at 120p enables slow-motion playback at one-fifth the speed in a 24p environment in post-processing.

Sensor

Effective megapixels
14.2
Megapixels
14 megapixels
Sensor type
Exmor R CMOS
Sensor size
1.0" type
Sensor size
13.2 × 8.8 mm
Crop factor
2.7×
Minimum illumination
Standard: 6 lux (1/60 shutter speed)

Lens

Lens type
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*
Focal length
29 – 348 mm
Optical zoom
12×
Digital zoom
160×
Aperture
f/2.8 – 4.5
Filter thread
62 mm

Image stabilization

Image stabiliser
Yes
Image stabilizer design
Sony OSS (Optical SteadyShot™)

Video recording

Exposure modes
Auto
Program
Manual
Digital filters
Yes
Video recording
4K UHD 3840 × 2160
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Video resolution
[4K UHD] 3840 × 2160 25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50p
Other formats
[4K UHD] 3840 × 2160 24p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50i
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 24p
[HDV] 1440 × 1080 50i
[HD] 1280 × 720 25p
Movie format
AVCHD (Video: MPEG-4/H.264; Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 & 2.1 / Dolby Digital 5.1 & 2.1 Creator)
MP4 (Video: XAVC S (H.264/MPEG4-AVC); Audio: Linear PCM stereo)
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AAC-LC stereo)
Bitrate
[4K UHD] 60 Mbps (CBR)
[FullHD] 28 Mbps (VBR)
Shutter speed
1/10 000 – 1/8 sec

Photo recording

Photo function
Yes
Still image resolution
20 megapixels
Largest image size
5968 × 3352
Smallest image size
640 × 480
Still image during movie recording
Yes
Still image file type
JPEG

Focusing

Autofocus modes
Auto
Manual
Face detection
Yes
Minimum focus distance
1 cm

Display

Display type
XtraFine TFT LCD
Display size (inches)
3.5
Screen dots
921 000
Articulation
Fully articulated
Touch screen
Yes

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
Electronic
Viewfinder type
OLED
Screen dots
1 440 000
Viewfinder size
0.39"
Coverage
100%

Lightning

Flash
None
Video light
No

Audio

Audio system
MPEG-4 Linear PCM [XAVC S]
Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1Creator [AVCHD]
Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator [AVCHD]
Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone
Directional microphone
Speaker
Monoaural

Memory

Recording media
Memory Card
Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC (UHS-I)
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick XC-HD Duo
Integrated memory
None

Jacks

USB
USB 2.0
Microphone input
Yes
Headphone output
Yes
HDMI
microHDMI (Type D)
Composite output
Yes
S-video
No
DV
No
Wireless
WiFi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
No
NFC
Yes
Remote control
Sony remote RMT-83
Accessory Shoe
Multi-interface Accessory Shoe

Other functions

Projector
No
GPS
No
Time lapse
No
Still image continuous shooting
No

Power source

Battery
NP-FV70 lithium battery
External power source
AC-L200

General

Color
Black
Height (mm)
81
Width (mm)
83.5
Depth (mm)
196.5
Weight (body only)
790 g
Package contents
Lithium battery NP-FV70
AC adapter AC-L200
microHDMI cable
USB cable
Remote commander RMT-835
Lens hood
Lens cap
User manual

Product codes

EAN
4905524968712
Manufacturer code
FDRAX100EB.CEE

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