Sony FDR-AX43 Handycam Video Camera
- Balanced Optical 5-Axis SteadyShot
- 4K Ultra HD Recording
- 26.8 mm Wide-Angle ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T*lens
- 20x Optical Zoom with 30x/40x Clear Image Zoom
- Highlight Movie Maker
- Built-in Gimbal and Optical Stabilization
- 1/2.5" Exmore R Low-Light CMOS Sensor
- Wi-Fi Enabled with One-Touch Remote Control and Sharing with Smartphones
An ultra-smooth video that you can bring anywhere you go in a light and powerful product is now possible with Sony's FDR-AX43 UHD 4K Handycam. With an aesthetic reminiscent of classic handy cams, this portable camcorder has its respective Balanced Optical SteadyShot that ensures image stabilization.
When it comes to low-light settings that require more detail and clarity, the low-light Exmore R CMOS image sensor can produce high-quality UHD 4K video or 16.6MP stills when you need it. No flash required -- even with the lowest settings, you can produce a shot similar in sharpness and detail as most cameras.
However, the biggest highlight is the FDR-AX43's ability to record up to UHD4K video at 24-30 FPS with codecs capable of reaching up to 100MB/s HD video. Similar to its quality image processors, the Fast, Intelligent Autofocus can track subjects, which gives you an automated focus that delivers exceptional quality and depth to your images.
The ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T*lens gives you great attention to detail at 20x optical zooms. If that's not enough, you can go for clarity even if you're using a 30X digital zoom in 4K and 250X digital zoom in Full HD videos.
The Sony FDR-AX43 features Sony's proprietary Highlight Movie Maker. With just a single button, you can create a highlight reel of your footage, playback any videos you've taken, and even shoot time-lapse videos for instant upload using the Internet.
The FDR-AX43 can be a simple point-and-shoot camcorder, but it has manual controls and parameters that give you a huge space for creativity and desired project output too.
Product Features in Detail
Balanced Optical 5-Axis SteadyShot
The FDR-AX43 has an integrated image stabilizer: Sony's Balanced Optical SteadyShot. With a five-axis stabilizer, you can be sure that your shots remain steady and without issues despite shaking and jarring even while you're running around or extremely zoomed in.
4K Ultra HD Recording
Sony's FDR-AX43 is one of the best portable cameras that can give you great 4K Ultra HD recording at 24-30 FPS with over 100MB/s HD video, which you can edit and stream easily thanks to its built-in Highlight Movie Maker.
1/2.5 Exmor R Low-light CMOS Sensor
Sony's latest Handycam features a CMOS sensor that has enhanced light sensitivity, which allows it to capture high-quality images with virtually no image noise when shooting in low-light situations.
ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T*Lens with 20x Optical Zoom
The FDR-AX43 can give you excellent 20x optical zoom that guarantees clarity and stability in UHD 4K videos. With a multi-coated lens, you can reduce unwanted reflections, ghosting, and flares.
5.1 Channel Audio Capture
The FDR-AX43 has a built-in 5.1 channel microphone that allows you to capture active sounds from five directions. This gives you an in-depth audio experience. It has a built-in audio monitor too.
Highly-Intelligent Autofocus
Fast and efficient autofocus feature allows you to focus on subjects swiftly while composing your shots on the go. Capable of DSLR and mirrorless camera autofocus quality too.
SENSOR TYPE | 1/2.5 type (0.28 in [7.20 mm]) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor |
EFFECTIVE PIXELS | (VIDEO)approx. 8.29 Megapixels (16:9) |
LENS TYPE | Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* |
FILTER DIAMETER | 55 mm |
OPTICAL ZOOM | 20x |
CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM | 4K: 30x, HD: 40x |
SCREEN TYPE | 7.5 cm (3.0 type) Clear Photo LCD display (460,800 dots) Wide (16:9) |
TOUCH PANEL | Yes |
IMAGE STABILIZATION TYPE | Balanced Optical SteadyShot w/ Intelligent Active mode (5-axis)6 |
SHUTTER SPEED | AUTO CONTROL RANGE 1/8–1/10000 STANDARD 1/60–1/10000 MANUAL IRIS CONTROL (PHOTO MODE) 1/30–1/10000 |
WHITE BALANCE | WHITE BALANCE MODES Auto / Onepush / Outdoor / Indoor WHITE BALANCE SHIFT Yes |
MEDIA TYPE | XAVC S 4K (100 Mbps): SDHC Memory Card (4 GB or over, UHS-I U3 or higher) / SDXC Memory Card (UHS-I U3 or higher), XAVC S 4K (60 Mbps): SDHC Memory Card (4 GB or over, Class 10 or higher) / SDXC Memory Card (Class 10 or higher), XAVC S HD: SDHC Memory Card (4 GB or over, Class 10 or higher) / SDXC Memory Card (Class 10 or higher), AVCHD, Still: Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD / SDHC / SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or higher) |
RECORDING FORMAT (VIDEO) | XAVC S format: MPEG4-AVC / H.264, AVCHD format ver. 2.0 compatible: MPEG4-AVC / H.264, MP4: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264 |
VIDEO RESOLUTION | XAVC S 4K: 3840 x 2160 / 30p, 24p, XAVC S HD: 1920 x 1080 / 60p, 30p, 24p, AVCHD: 1920 x 1080 / 60p (PS), 30p (FX, FH), 24p (FX, FH), 60i (FX, FH), 1440 x 1080 / 60i (HQ, LP), MP4: 1280 x 720 / 30p |
RECORDING FORMAT (STILL IMAGE) | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0 compatible, Exif Ver. 2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible) |
STILL IMAGE SIZE (PHOTO MODE) | L: 16.6 Megapixels 16:9 (5440 x 3056), 12.5 Megapixels 4:3 (4080 x 3056), M: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9, (3840 x 2160), 6.2 Megapixels 4:3 (2880 x 2160), S: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920 x 1080), 0.3 Megapixels 4:3 (640 x 480) |
MICROPHONE | Built-in Zoom Microphone |
WI-FI® | Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz band)) |
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Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-FV70A) (1), AC Adaptor (1), Power Cord (1), Operating Guide (1), HDMI (micro) Cable (1), micro USB Cable (1), Plug Conversion Adaptor (1)

SKU: Sony FDR-AX43
UPC: 4548736118324