Features
The brilliant true-to-life quality of 4K
The latest-generation lens and image sensor enhance the spectacular detail of 4K resolution4, with increased sensitivity for capturing high-quality movies in low light. High-bitrate recording5 in XAVC S format clearly captures even fast-moving and complex scenes.
Built-In Gimbal with Optical Stabilisation
The FDR-AX43A's integrated gimbal with Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation cushions your images against shaking and jarring, even while running or zoomed in.
ZEISS® 20x zoom 4K-compatible lens
The ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens has a widest angle of 26.8 mm, allowing more of a subject to fit in the frame. Capture a wide variety of scenes with the 20x optical zoom (26.8-536.0mm; 16:9 mode), plus 30x (4K) or 40x (HD) Clear Image Zoom and 250x digital zoom.
Exmor R™ CMOS sensor and BIONZ X™ image processing engine
The Exmor R CMOS sensor enhances image clarity, reduces noise in dark environments, and enables soft background defocusing, while the BIONZ X image processing engine achieves more naturally vivid and lifelike images and faster processing.
Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly
The AF algorithm optimises communication between the lens and image processor for extra-fast AF, while a state-of-the-art AF range prediction system helps ensure even moving subjects remain in sharp focus.
Great sound, less noise
Three mic capsules capture clear sound and reduce noise, enabling high-quality recording of sound with clear stereo separation.
Shoot selfies, high- and low-position at will
Create the perfect vlogging setup with an optional shooting grip or microphone. The tilting LCD and grip make selfies, high- and low-position shots easy.
LCD touch control
With all settings accessible right on the touch screen, operation is fast and simple.
Specifications
Imaging
Image Sensor
1/2.5"-Type CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 8.57 Megapixel / Effective: 8.29 Megapixel
Image Stabilisation
Optical
Optics
Focal Length
4.44 to 88mm
26.8 to 536mm (35mm Equivalent at 16:9)
32.8 to 656mm (35mm Equivalent at 4:3)
Maximum Aperture
f/2 to 3.8
Minimum Focus Distance
0.4" / 1.0 cm
Fixed Focus
No
Zoom
Optical: 20x
Clear Image Zoom: 30x 4K
Clear Image Zoom: 40x (in HD)
Digital: 250x (in HD)
Recording
Internal Recording Modes
AVCHD
1920 x 1080p at 59.94 fps [28 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98 fps [17 to 24 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080i at 59.94 fps [17 to 24 Mb/s]
1440 x 1080i at 59.94 fps [5 to 9 Mb/s]
MP4
1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps [3 Mb/s]
XAVC S
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/29.97 fps [60 to 100 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s]
Still Image Support
JPEG
16.6 MP (5440 x 3056)
JPEG
12.5 MP (4080 x 3056)
JPEG
8.3 MP (3840 x 2160)
JPEG
6.2 MP (2880 x 2160)
JPEG
2.1 MP (1920 x 1080)
JPEG
.3 MP (640 x 480)
Audio Recording
AAC-LC, Dolby Digital 2ch, Dolby Digital 5.1, LPCM-Channel
Internal Storage
No
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
1/10000 to 8 Seconds in Photo Mode
Interval Recording
Yes
White Balance
Presets: Auto, Indoors, One Push, Outdoors
Display
Display Type
Primary Monitor: Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD
Features
Scene Modes
Presets - Yes
Creative Effects
Yes
Built-In Microphone
Mono
Built-In Speaker
Yes
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Mono Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x Proprietary
Other I/O
1x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Control/Video
Mobile App Compatible
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi (Built-In)
Environmental
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Power
Battery Type
NP-FV70
Power Consumption
In LCD Operation: 4.9 W
In Viewfinder Operation: 4.9 W
General
Built-In Light
No
Shoe Mount
1x Intelligent Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions (W x H x D)
173 x 80.5 x 73 mm (6.8" x 3.2" x 2.9")
Weight
625g (22.05oz) with Battery
Warranty: 12 Months*
*Warranty period is as stated above unless the manufacturer has chosen to specify a longer period. All warranties are return to base unless otherwise specified.