4K Ultra HD resolution with a 16:9 aspect ratio captures incredibly lifelike video so you can relive special moments or share content with your viewers
1/2.5” Exmor R CMOS image sensor enhances sensitivity for high-quality footage, even in low-light conditions
BIONZ X ensures fast image processing with naturally crisp and vivid images
26.8mm wide-angle Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T lens with ED and AA lenses, 20x optical zoom, and 40x (HD)/30x (4K) Clear Image zoom, enables accurate image reproduction whether you’re close to or far away from your subject
Dual video recording and XAVC S, AVCHD, and MP4 codecs allow for versatility as you shoot
Intelligent auto, face detection, red-eye reduction, a variety of effects, and other features automatically enhance the quality of your imagery
Scene modes including auto, night scene, fireworks, landscape, portrait, and more offer the right settings for virtually any environment
Smooth motion, rich sound
Built-in gimbal with balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilizer keeps your footage smooth and steady
Fast Intelligent AF tracks focus ensures critical moments are caught in clarity
Three-mic capsule design gathers sound from five directions so you never miss important audio
2-channel stereo and 5.1-channel surround sound faithfully reproduces audio with defined separation
Auto Wind Noise Reduction and My Voice Cancelling offer additional sound-enhancement features
Effortless operation
3-inch flip-out LCD touchscreen is ideal for vlogging and other content creation
4K time-lapse capture, dual video recording, and Highlight Movie Maker button allow you to flex your creative muscles
Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC lets you control the camcorder from your smartphone, create live streams, or send files to family and friends
Connectivity options include an accessory shoe, memory card slot, STD output, HDMI out (micro), multi/micro USB terminal, mic jack, and headphone jack
Combo Pack
Combo 2
360 Camera
No
Clip-on Camera
No
Image Sensor
Sensor Type
4K 16:9 video optimized Exmor R low-light CMOS Sensor
Sensor Size
1/2.5 type (7.20mm)
Audio Format(s)
LPCM 2ch(48kHz/16bit) Video Mode is XAVC S HD or 4K. Dolby Digital 5.1ch; Dolby Digital 5.1Creator Video Mode is AVCHD; Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo; Dolby Digital Stereo Creator MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch Video Mode is MP4.
Total Pixels
8.57 MP
Effective Video Resolution
Approx. 8.29 Megapixels(16:9) - When "SteadyShot" is set to "Standard" or "Off".
Effective Megapixels
8.29 MP
Max Video Resolution
3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Processor
BIONZ X image processor
Lens/Optics
Lens Manufacturer
Wide-Angle Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Zoom Lens
Focal Length
4.4-88mm
Aperture
26.8 mm
Aperture Range
F2.0-3.8
Zoom - Optical Zoom
20x
Zoom - Digital Zoom
Clear Image Zoom: 30X 4K, 40X HD. 250x Digital Zoom
Optical (lens based) Image Stabilization
Yes
Electronic (software) Image Stabilization
No
Manual Focus
Yes
LCD & Viewfinder
Display Type
LCD
LCD Size
2.95 in
LCD Resolution
921K
Touchscreen
Yes
Colour Viewfinder
No
Video
Video Format
XAVC S format: MPEG4-AVC/H.264; AVCHD format ver.2.0 compatible: MPEG4-AVC/H.264; MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264