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Sony FDR-AX33 4K Ultra HD Handycam Camcorder

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Sony FDR-AX33 4K Ultra HD Handycam Camcorder
Key Features
  • 4K Ultra HD 24p/30p & 20.6MP Stills
  • 1080p Up to 60fps
  • Exmor R CMOS Sensor
  • Bionz X Image Processor
The Sony FDR-AX33 is a palm-sized Handycam camcorder that combines 4K video recording and Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to deliver clear, high-resolution video, even as you follow the action. It is equipped with a wide-angle Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* lens with 10x optical zoom and up to 20x Clear Image zoom and features an Exmor R CMOS sensor with Bionz X image processor that delivers Ultra HD (3840x2160) resolution video at 24 or 30 fps using Sony's XAVC S codec. It also records 1080p video up to 60 fps in XAVC S or AVCHD and takes up to 20.6MP upscaled (interpolated) still images.
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Sony FDR-AX33 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Capture 4K Ultra HD Video
  • 3Direct Pixel Read Out
  • 4Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* Lens with 10x Optical Zoom
  • 5Balanced Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
  • 6XAVC S, AVCHD, and MP4 Codecs
  • 70.24" OLED EVF
  • 83.0" Xtra Fine LCD Touchscreen Display
  • 95.1 Channel Mic with Audio Record Controls
  • 10Simple Connectivity to Smartphones via Wi-Fi/NFC
  • 11Live Streaming
  • 12Multi-Camera Control
  • 13Highlight Movie Maker
  • 14Intelligent AUTO Mode
  • 15Multi Interface Accessory Shoe
  • 16Trimming Playback
  • 17Manual Control Ring
  • 18Additional Features

The Sony FDR-AX33 is a palm-sized Handycam camcorder that combines 4K video recording and Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to deliver clear, high-resolution video, even as you follow the action. It is equipped with a wide-angle Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* lens with 10x optical zoom and up to 20x Clear Image zoom and features an Exmor R CMOS sensor with Bionz X image processor that delivers Ultra HD (3840x2160) resolution video at 24 or 30 fps using Sony's XAVC S codec. It also records 1080p video up to 60 fps in XAVC S or AVCHD and takes up to 20.6MP upscaled (interpolated) still images.

Video and photos are recorded to Memory Stick Duo or SD memory cards. You can monitor and playback footage on the camcorder's 3.0" Xtra Fine LCD touchscreen display with 921K dot resolution, or the high-resolution 0.24" 1,555K dot OLED EVF. An HDMI output port is also provided for connecting to your HDTV to large-screen playback. For enhanced connectivity and remote control, the FDR-AX33 is Wi-Fi and NFC enabled. This lets you use your smartphone or tablet to control the camcorder, as well as wirelessly transfer files to your mobile device and even stream live to Ustream.

Designed for a wide range of users, the camcorder features a range of automatic image and audio options for easy point-and-shoot operation, as well as enhanced manual controls that give you more creative freedom. An assignable ring in the front of the camcorder can be assigned to control of zoom, focus, exposure, iris, shutter speed, exposure, or white balance. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack is included for powering the camcorder, which can be re-charged using the camcorder's built-in USB charging cable. Also included with the camcorder is an AC adapter, USB connection support cable, and an HDMI cable.

Capture 4K Ultra HD Video
Capture the finest details in 4K Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 resolution. This camcorder allows incredibly high resolution, to produce vibrant and realistic images. In addition, the fast Bionz X image processor is the same one employed in professional Sony camcorder models, making it possible to record 60p movies at Full HD resolution for incredibly smooth and sharp playback, with no loss in realism, even when panning the camera and shooting moving subjects.

Note: UHS-I U3 or higher SDXC memory card required for 100Mbps 4K recording, and Class 10 or higher SDXC required for 60Mbps 4K recording.
Direct Pixel Read Out
The FDR-AX33 incorporates 'direct pixel readout' utilizing the entire width of the image sensor without line skipping or pixel binning. Therefore in both HD and 4K video acquisition it can read and process data from every one of the sensor's pixels, resulting in smooth edges and color gradation giving you the incredible video from a tiny camera.
Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* Lens with 10x Optical Zoom
The FDR-AX33 comes equipped with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens. It features a wide 35mm-equivalent focal length of 29.8mm (in movie mode) to fit more into your shots, well as 10x optical zoom and 20x Clear Image zoom for getting closer to the action.
Balanced Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
On standard Optical SteadyShot camcorders a single "shift lens" is moved in the optical block to offset camera shake. Balanced Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode moves the entire optical block at once, maintaining the integrity of the optical path and reducing shake. It also reduces vignetting (light fall off towards the edge of a scene) and lowers distortion in videos and still photos.
XAVC S, AVCHD, and MP4 Codecs
The FDR-AX33 records 4K and 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 MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Additionally, you can chose to record HD in AVCHD (ideal for HDTV and Blu-ray disc burning) or MP4 (ideal for sharing over the internet). This gives you the ability to switch between all three formats or choosing dual record to capture both XAVC S and MP4 simultaneously.
0.24" OLED EVF
The high contrast 0.24" OLED Tru-Finder EVF features a 1,555K-dot resolution and reproduces rich color and deep blacks. The optical design uses four dual-surface spherical lenses, which provides a wide 33-degree viewing angle for clear images from center to the edge of the viewfinder.
3.0" Xtra Fine LCD Touchscreen Display
The 3.0" Clear Photo LCD features 921K dot resolution for sharp, bright, vivid images, enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene. Easily scroll through menus and view footage thanks to WhiteMagic technology that dramatically increases visibility in bright daylight.
5.1 Channel Mic with Audio Record Controls
Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording captures active sounds coming from all directions, so you can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording. Advanced sound features such as Auto Gain Control Limit and Auto Wind Noise Reduction make it even easier to get high-quality sound in various situations. The camcorder records high quality linear PCM (XAVC S) and AAC-LC 2ch (MP4).
Simple Connectivity to Smartphones via Wi-Fi/NFC
Built-in Wi-Fi/NFC support enables easy connectivity with smartphones for one-touch sharing and one-touch remote control. NFC (near field communication) provides "touch connection" convenience when transferring images to Android smartphones and tablets. You simply touch your NFC-compatible device to the camcorder to establish a connection.
Live Streaming
Share the adventure as it happens via Ustream live streaming. Now your circle of friends and family can share the excitement in real time by simply logging in to UStream from anywhere. You can also link your favorite social accounts with the streaming to notify your friends when you start streaming video.
Multi-Camera Control
Add a different point of view by including other camera angles to your movies. Connect to up to five compatible Sony cameras via Wi-Fi and use the camcorder's LCD to preview what the other cameras are seeing and simultaneously start recording on all synced cameras. After recording, you can use the PlayMemories Home software (available as a free download on Sony's website) to easily edit and create multi-view movies.
Highlight Movie Maker
Highlight Movie Maker produces a short highlight movie clip to share and enjoy instantly. Using an advanced algorithm based on the motion gyro, Highlight Movie Maker automatically selects the best scenes from your videos and creates a MP4 highlight reel of your recorded action.

Note: Highlight Move Maker is not available when shooting in 4K.
Intelligent AUTO Mode
Intelligent AUTO mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from ten distinct scene modes and wind noise reduction. There are 60 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Tripod, Backlight, Landscape, Spotlight, Twilight, Macro, and Low light.
Multi Interface Accessory Shoe
Expand photographic and movie shooting possibilities by attaching optional accessories via the Multi Interface Shoe. Attach an electronic viewfinder, external flash, stereo microphone, or even a compatible remote control via the Multi Terminal.
Trimming Playback
Connect to your 1080p HDTV via the camcorder's HDMI output and select a specific portion of the 4K picture for playback; you can move the section using the camcorder's menu toggle, and scale it using the zoom lever.
Manual Control Ring
The manual control ring around the lens opening can be assigned to control zoom, focus, exposure, iris, shutter speed, exposure, or white balance.
Additional Features
  • Dual Rec (video and still image recording)
  • Photo capture from movie
  • Built-in USB charging cable
  • Cinematone Gamma/Color
  • NightShot infrared system
  • Direct Copy
  • Event Browse/Share
  • Face Detection (Face Touch)
  • Motion/Golf Shot
  • BRAVIA Sync (CEC)
  • Smile Shutter
  • Lock-on AF
  • Audio rec level
  • Audio level meter
  • Advanced sound processor
  • My Voice Cancelling
  • Super Sampled Full HD Playback

Sony FDR-AX33 Specs

Camera
Sensor1-Chip 1/2.3" CMOS
Backside IlluminationYes
Color FilterRGB
Sensor Resolution18.9 MP
Effective Pixels8.29 MP (Video / Image Stabilizer Off)
10.3 MP (16:9 Photo)
7.74 MP (4:3 Photo)
Optics
Focal Length3.8 to 38mm
35mm-Equivalent Focal Length29.8 to 298mm movie
26.8 to 268mm still
Maximum Aperturef/1.8 - f/3.4
Minimum Focus Distance0.4" / 1.0 cm
ZoomOptical: 10x
Intelligent: 15x 4K
Intelligent: 20x (in HD)
Digital: 120x
Filter Size52 mm
Recording
SystemNTSC
Recording MediaMemory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo (Mark 2), Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video Format3840 x 2160p at 24/30 fps (100 Mb/s XAVC S)
3840 x 2160p at 24/30 fps (60 Mb/s XAVC S)
1920 x 1080p at 24/30/60 fps (50 Mb/s XAVC S)
1920 x 1080p at 60 fps (28 Mb/s AVCHD)
1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (24 Mb/s AVCHD)
1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (17 Mb/s AVCHD)
1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (24 Mb/s AVCHD)
1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (17 Mb/s AVCHD)
1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (9 Mb/s AVCHD)
1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (5 Mb/s AVCHD)
1280 x 720p at 30 fps (3 Mb/s MP4)
Still Image SupportJPEG
20.6 MP (6048 x 3400)
JPEG
10.3 MP (4288 x 2408)
JPEG
8.3 MP (3840 x 2160)
JPEG
7.7 MP (3216 x 2408)
JPEG
2.1 MP (1920 x 1080)
Channels5.1-Channel
Audio FormatDolby Digital 2ch
Dolby Digital 5.1
LPCM
Display
Display TypeLCD
TouchscreenYes
Screen Size3.0"
Screen Resolution921,600 Dots
Aspect Ratio16:9
RotationOpening Angle: 90°
Turning Angle: 270°
EVF
Size.24"
Resolution1,555,200 Dots
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed1/8 - 1/10000 Second ()
Exposure MeteringMulti, Spot
Exposure ModesModes: Auto, Manual
Shooting ModesAuto
Beach
Fireworks
Landscape
Night Scene
Portrait
Snow
Spotlight
Sunset
Self-Timer10 Sec
Features
Image StabilizationOptical
Scene ModesPreset: Yes
Lux9 (4K: Standard; 1/60 shutter speed)
6 (HD: Standard; 1/60 shutter speed)
5 (4K: Low Light; 1/30 shutter speed)
3 (HD: Standard; 1/30 shutter speed)
0 (Nightshot; 1/60 shutter speed)
White Balance ModesAuto
Indoor 1
Onepush
Outdoors
Built-In MicYes
Built-In SpeakerYes
Built-In Light/FlashLight - No
Flash - No
Wi-FiYes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Accessory ShoeMulti Interface Shoe
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs1 x Microphone In
Outputs1 x Micro-HDMI (Type D)
1 x Multi-Terminal
1 x Headphone Out
1 x USB 2.0
Microphone InputYes
Headphone JackYes
General
Supported LanguagesBrazilian Portuguese
English
French
Spanish
BatteryRechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 6.8 VDC, 1960 mAh
Max Runtime: 3.4 Hours per Charge
Charging MethodAC Adapter
USB
Power Adapter100 - 240 VDC, 50 / 60Hz
Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions (W x H x D)2.8 x 3.1 x 6.1" / 7.1 x 7.9 x 15.5 cm with NP-FV50 battery
Weight1.32 lb / 600 g body only
1.44 lb / 655 g with NP-FV50 battery
Packaging Info
Package Weight2.625 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.05 x 6.2 x 4.05"

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