FDRAX43AB by Sony - AX43A 4K Handycam ® with Exmor R ® CMOS sensor

Steady movies - no gimbal required

Pictured with optional 1 Shooting Grip (GP-VPT1) and Shotgun Microphone (ECM-B1M)

Suppress camera shake - Gimbal Mechanism Inside

High-resolution 4K recording

High-performance AF

Sound recording with superb natural presence

Ideal for content creators and videographers

Special effects, for high-impact movies

Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly

Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly The AF algorithm optimizes 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

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

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

LCD touch control With all settings accessible right on the touch screen, operation is fast and simple.

Highlight Movie Maker

Highlight Movie Maker Streamline your movie editing with Highlight Movie Maker. Using Dual Video Rec, the FDR-AX43A can simultaneously capture at 4K (3840x2160) or Full HD (1920x1080) for full quality storage, and at HD (1280x720) using an efficient MP4 video format for easy sharing. From the HD version, Highlight Movie Maker can quickly and automatically create HD highlight movies for immediate sharing - complete with video transitions and your choice of background music 11 .

Steady movies - no gimbal required Pictured with optional 1 Shooting Grip (GP-VPT1) and Shotgun Microphone (ECM-B1M)

Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartly The AF algorithm optimizes 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 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 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 LCD touch control With all settings accessible right on the touch screen, operation is fast and simple.

Highlight Movie Maker Highlight Movie Maker Streamline your movie editing with Highlight Movie Maker. Using Dual Video Rec, the FDR-AX43A can simultaneously capture at 4K (3840x2160) or Full HD (1920x1080) for full quality storage, and at HD (1280x720) using an efficient MP4 video format for easy sharing. From the HD version, Highlight Movie Maker can quickly and automatically create HD highlight movies for immediate sharing - complete with video transitions and your choice of background music 11 .

Features

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4K 1 16:9 video optimized 1/2.5 Exmor R ® low-light CMOS Sensor
Built-in gimbal - Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilizer
20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom of 30x for 4K 1 / 40x for HD 2
Fast Intelligent AF tracks focus to captures decisive moments
26.8mm 2 wide-angle ZEISS ® Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens
High-bitrate XAVC S™ 4K 1 up to 100Mbps / HD up to 50Mbps
Realistic audio with clear 5.1ch and 2ch sound 5
Highlight Movie Maker automatically creates short movies 10 to share
Flip out tilting 3" Xtra Fine touch screen LCD - ideal for vlogging
Produce high quality 4K Time Lapse 7 for an immersive experience
Dedicated button starts Highlight Movie Maker to create short movies
Wi-Fi for One-touch remote and One-touch sharing using smartphone 8

Battery
Chemistry of Embedded Battery	Lithium Metal
Battery Form	Rechargeable
At a Glance
Maximum Movie Resolution and Frame Rates	4K / 30p HD / 120p
LCD Type	3 inch (3.0 type) Xtra Fine LCD display (921,600 dots) Wide (16:9)
Sensor Size and Maximum Resolution	1/2.5-inch / 8.29 MP (16:9)
Optical Zoom and Image Stabilization	20x / Balanced Optical SteadyShot
Weights and Measurements
Weight(Approx) (Main unit only)	Approx.510g Approx.1lb 2.0oz
Smile Shutter
Smile Sensitivity	Yes(3steps)
Panel(details)
Panel(details)	7.5cm(3.0 type) Xtra Fine LCD display(921 600 dots) Wide(16:9) (960x480)
Others(details)
5.1ch Center Mic Ready(w/ Optional microphone)	Yes(w/ Optional Shoe Adaptor)
Demonstration Mode	Yes
Operating Temperature	0 degrees C. - +40 degrees C. / 32 degrees F. - 104 degrees F.
Storage Temperature	-20 degrees C. - +60 degrees C. / -4 degrees F. - +140 degrees F.
XLRBox	Yes (w/ optional XLR Adaptor Kit)
Optics/Lens(details)
SteadyShot mode:Active(16:9)	4K : f=27.3 -818.4mm HD : f=27.3 -1091.2mm
SteadyShot mode:Intelligent active(16:9)	f=28.1-1122.6mm
Optics/Lens
Aperture Blade	6 blades
Filter Diameter	55mm 2 1/4inch
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) (Photo Mode)	f=26.8-536.0mm(16:9) f=32.8-656.0mm(4:3) f=1 1/16 - 21 1/8 inch (16:9) f=1 5/16 - 25 7/8(4:3)
Focal Length(35mm equivalent)(Movie Mode)	f=26.8-536.0mm(16:9) 1 f=1 1/16 - 21 1/8 inch 1 *1 When "SteadyShot" is set to "Standard" or "Off".
Lens Stabilization	Balanced Optical SteadyShot
Minimum Focus Distance	approx.1cm(Wide), approx.80cm(Tele) approx.13/32inch(Wide), approx.31 1/2inch(Tele)
Clear Image Zoom	4K : 30x HD : 40x 15 15 When "SteadyShot" is set to "Active" or "Intelligent Active".
*Digital Zoom 14 14 The factory setting is "Off". Digital zoom ratio includes optical zoom ration.*	250x
LCD Display
Coverage	100%
LCD Backlight	yes
Marker/Grid Display	Grid Line 17 17 the same as Guide Flame
*Brightness Control 16 16 Backlight brightness will automatically be set "Bright" when connected to AC adaptor.*	Yes(Menu)
Interface
4K Output	HDMI Out(micro)(supplied)
BRAVIA Sync	Yes
Direct Copy	Yes
HD Output	HDMI Out(micro)(supplied)
HDMI Terminal	Yes (HDMI micro) 28 28 output only
Memory Card Slot	Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible
NFC	Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible)
PhotoTV HD	Yes
Remote Terminal	integrated into Multi/Micro USB Terminal 27 27 Supports Micro USB compatible device.
STD Output	Composite Video Out(AV CABLE(sold separately)
*Multi/Micro USB Terminal 26 26 Supports Micro USB compatible device.*	Yes
In The Box
*Supplied Accessory 35**	Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-FV70A) (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power Cord (1) Operating Guide(1) HDMI(micro) Cable (1) micro USB Cable (1)
Imaging Sensor(details)
Effective(movie, 16:9)	approx. 8.29 Megapixels
Recording pixels(photo, 16:9)	Max. 16.6 Megapixels
Imaging Sensor
Color Filter System	RGB primary color filters
Effective Picture Resolution(movie)	approx. 8.29 Megapixels(16:9) *1
Effective Picture Resolution(still)	approx. 8.29 Megapixels(16:9)/approx. 6.22 Megapixels(4:3)
Imaging Sensor	1/2.5 type(7.20mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor
Pixel Gross	approx. 8.57 Megapixels
Processor	BIONZ X image processor
Focus Control
AF Modes	Auto/Manual(Touch Panel)
Focus System	Contrast AF
Focus Features	Lock-on AF 8 8 Not available in the 4K Recording mode with Dual Video Recording
Face Detection
Auto Control	Exposure,Color,Focus
Drive System
Drive Mode	Photo Mode:Single-shot/Self-timer
Self-timer	approx.10sec.(Still Image/Golf Shot)
Shutter Speed Auto Control Range	1/8-1/10000
Shutter Speed(Manual Shutter)	1/8-1/10000
Shutter Speed(Manual lris Control)	1/30-1/10000
Shutter Speed(Smooth Slow Rec)	1/250-1/10000
Shutter Speed(Standard)	1/60-1/10000
Convenience Features(details)
Date&Time, Area Setting	Yes
Image Management File Repair	Yes
Media Format	Memory Card
Convenience Features
Media/Battery Indicator	Yes(recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes(recordable time, remaining capacity)
AE Mode	AE Lock/AE Tracking
Capture Image Size	4K:L(8.3M;3840x2160)/HD:S(2.1M;1920x1080)
Date/Time Stamp	Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info)
Digital Picture Effects/Picture Effects	-/Yes
Erase/Protect	Yes/Yes
Filter mode	Yes
Manual/Auto Lens Cover	Auto
Multiple Language Display	English French Spanish Brazilian Portugese
On Screen Main Indicators	Intelligent Auto Status Zoom Position Recording/Playback/Editing Media Recording Status Recording Mode Recording Image Quality Photo Size Shooting Mode Status
Red Eye Reduction	Yes 18 18 w/ Optional Flash Accessory
Remote Control	Yes(Optional)
S/S & Zoom button on LCD	Yes(Touch Panel)
Self Recording	Yes
Shooting Interval	1/2/5/10/30/60sec
Shot Number	1-999
Still Image Playback Options	Slide Show
Time-lapse Capture	Yes
Video Playback Options	Highlight Movie Maker Highlight background music(Preinstalled 6 music files, Music transfer compatible 20 20 PlayMemories Home Ver.4.1 or later is required.
*Fader Effect(s) 19 19 Only record movie*	White/Black
Camera(details)
Auto Non Flicker	Yes
LOW LUX	1/30-1/10000
Manual Shutter Control(Photo Mode)	1/8-1/500
Manual lris Control(Photo Mode)	1/8-1/1000
Scene Selection	1/8-1/10000
Projector
Endurance (Battery Life)	-
Keystone Adjustment	-
Light Output	-
Projected Image Size	-
Projector Input	-
Resolution Output	-
Zoom
Digital Zoom	250x
Optical Zoom	20x
Wireless Function
NFC™	Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible)
Wi-Fi®	Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz band))
Multi Camera Control	Yes
White Balance
White Balance Modes	Auto / Onepush / Outdoor / Indoor
White Balance Shift	Yes
Viewfinder
Field of View	-
Viewfinder Type	-
Diopter adjustment	-
Terminal / Shoe
Accessory Shoe	Yes (Multi Interface Shoe)
DC IN	Yes
Microphone Input	Stereo minijack
Multi/Micro USB terminal	Yes
Storage Media
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)
Internal Media	-
Size & Weight
Dimensions (W x H x D) (including supplied battery)	Approx. 2-7/8 inch x 3-1/4 inch x 5-5/8 inch (Approx. 2-7/8 inch x 3-1/4 inch x 6-7/8 inch (NP-FV70A) (including supplied battery)), (Approx. 73 mm x 80.5 mm x 142.5 mm (Approx. 73 mm x 80.5 mm x 173 mm (NP-FV70A) (including supplied battery)))
Weight (including supplied battery)	Approx. 1 lb 3.8 oz (NP-FV50A), Approx. 1 lb 5.2 oz (NP-FV70A) (supplied battery), Approx. 1 lb 7.3 oz (NP-FV100A), (Approx. 560 g (NP-FV50A), Approx. 600 g (NP-FV70A) (supplied battery), Approx. 660 g (NP-FV100A))
Weight (main unit only)	Approx. 1 lb 2.0 oz (510 g)
Shutter Speed
Auto Control Range	1/8-1/10000
Manual Iris Control (Photo Mode)	1/30-1/10000
Manual Shutter	1/8-1/10000
Smooth Slow	1/250-1/10000
STANDARD	1/60-1/10000
Sensor
Effective Pixels (Still Image)	approx. 8.29 Megapixels (16:9) / approx. 6.22 Megapixels (4:3)
Effective Pixels (Video)	approx. 8.29 Megapixels (16:9)
Sensor Type	1/2.5 type (0.28 in) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor
Recording
Microphone/Speaker	Built-in Zoom Microphone Monaural Speaker
Recording Format (Still Image)	JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0 compatible, Exif Ver. 2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible)
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
Still Image Size (Dual Record)	M: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9 (3840 x 2160), S: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920 x 1080)
Still Image Size (Movie Mode)	M: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9 (3840 x 2160), S: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920 x 1080)
Still Image Size (Photo Capture)	XAVC S 4K: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9 (3840 x 2160), XAVC S HD: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920 x 1080), AVCHD: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920 x 1080)
Video Recording Rate (ABR / VBR)	XAVC S 4K: approx. 100 Mbps, XAVC S 4K: approx. 60 Mbps, XAVC S HD: approx. 50 Mbps, AVCHD PS: approx. 28 Mbps / FX: approx. 24 Mbps / FH: approx. 17 Mbps / HQ: approx. 9 Mbps / LP: approx. 5 Mbps, MP4: approx. 3 Mbps
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
Still Image Size (Time-Lapse Capture)	4K: L (8.3 M 3840 x 2160) / HD: S (2.1 M 1920 x 1080)
Audio Format	LPCM 2ch(48kHz/16bit) 10 10 Video Mode is XAVC S HD or 4K. Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1Creator 11 11 Video Mode is AVCHD. Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator 11 MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch 12 *12 Video Mode is MP4.
Dual Video Recording	Yes 13 13 "Dual Video Recording "doesn't work in "AVCHD PS" mode or "XAVC S HD 60p" mode.
Maximum Capacity of External Media	256GB(As of 12/2019)
Photo Capture from Movie	XAVC S 4K: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9 (3840x2160) XAVC S HD: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) AVCHD: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080)
Progressive Mode	XAVC S 4K : 30p/24p, Progressive recording XAVC S HD: 60p/30p/24p, Progressive recording AVCHD: 60p/30p/24p, Progressive recording MP4: 30p, Progressive recording
Still Image File Format	DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
Still Image Max Effective	16.6 Megapixels
Still Image Mode	JPEG
Still Image Size(Photo Mode)	L: 16.6 Megapixels 16:9 (5440x3056),12.5 Megapixels 4:3 (4080x3056) M: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9 (3840x2160),6.2 Megapixels 4:3 (2880x2160) S: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080),0.3 Megapixels 4:3 (640x480)
Video Actual (Pixel)	approx. 8.29 Megapixels(16:9) 1 1 When "SteadyShot" is set to "Standard" or "Off".
Video Format	AVCHD format ver.2.0 compatible:MPEG4-AVC/H.264 MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 XAVC S format:MPEG4-AVC/H.264
Video Mode(Resolution)	AVCHD : 1920x1080/60p(PS),30p(FX,FH),24p(FX,FH),60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP) XAVC S HD : 1920x1080/60p, 30p, 24p XAVC S 4K : 3840x2160/30p, 24p MP4: 1280x720 30p
Video Signal	UHDTV HDTV NTSC color, EIA standards
*Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) 2 2 Bit Rate is described by average bit rate(including movie, sounds and others).*	XAVC S 4K: approx.100Mbps XAVC S 4K: approx.60Mbps XAVC S HD: approx.50Mbps AVCHD PS:approx.28Mbps/FX:approx.24Mbps/FH:approx.17Mbps/HQ:approx.9Mbps/LP:approx.5Mbps MP4: approx.3Mbps
*Dual Record 7 7 Not available in the recording mode PS(60p/50p), FX(24p/25p/60i/50i) and FH(24p/25p)*	M: 8.3 Megapixels 16:9 (3840x2160) S: 2.1 Megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) 8 9
Processor
Image Processor	BIONZ X™ image processor
Power
Battery Type	InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (V Series) 32 32 Except for NP-FV30
Power Requirements	6.8 V/7.3 V (battery pack) 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Charge on Camcorder (charging time with supplied battery)	Yes (approx. 3h 25min)
Power Consumption (LCD)	4K: 5.1 W
Power Consumption (Viewfinder)	-
USB Charging	DC 5 V 1500 mA
USB Power Supply	-
*Power Consumption (in LCD Operation) 34 34 Recording mode and media are default settings.*	4K:5.1W
*Charge on camcorder(Charging time with supplied Battery) 33 33 When using supplyed AC adapater. When the AC adaptor is not supplyed, using USB charging.*	Yes(approx. 3h 25min)
Playback
Fast Playback	About 5 times / 10 times / 30 times / 60 times
Highlight Movie Maker	Highlight Movie Maker, highlight background music (6 preinstalled music files, music transfer compatible)
Slide Show (Still Image)	Slideshow
Slow Playback	Forward: 1/5 speed, Reverse: 1/2 speed
Trimming Playback	Yes
Motion Shot Video	Yes
Lens
Aperture	F 2.0-3.8
Focal Distance	f = 4.4 to 88 mm
Focal Length (35 mm equivalent) (Video)	f= 26.8-536.0 mm (16:9) f = 1-1/16 to 21-1/8 inch
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) (Still Image)	f = 26.8 to 536.0 mm (16:9), f = 32.8 to 656.0 mm (4:3) f = 1-1/16 to 21-1/8 inch (16:9), f = 1-5/16 to 25-7/8 inch (4:3)
Iris Diaphragm	6 blades
Lens Cover	Auto
Lens Type	ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar® T*
ND Filter	-
LCD
Angle Adjustment	Opening Angle: max. 90 deg., Turning Angle: max. 270 deg.
Brightness Control	Yes (Menu)
Screen Type	3 inch (3.0 type) Xtra Fine LCD display (921,600 dots) Wide (16:9)
Touch Panel	Yes
Image Stabilization
Image Stabilization Type	Balanced Optical SteadyShot w/ Intelligent Active mode (5-axis)
Focus
Focus Area	Full range Focus / Spot Focus
Focus Mode	Auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
Focus Type	Contrast AF
Manual Focus Assist	Peaking Display
Lock-On AF	Lock-on AF
Fast Intelligent AF	Yes
Focus Points	-
Flash
Flash Modes	Auto/On/OFF 18 18 w/ Optional Flash Accessory
Flash compensation	Yes(3 steps) 18 18 w/ Optional Flash Accessory
Flash Metering System	Pre-flash TTL 18 18 w/ Optional Flash Accessory
Flash mode	Auto / On / OFF
Exposure
Auto Iris Control	F2.0-F11
Backlight Compensation	Yes (Auto)
Exposure Compensation	AE Shift (Touch Panel)
Gain Control	Auto
LOW LUX Mode	Yes
Manual Exposure Assist	Zebra Pattern Display
Manual Iris Control	F2.0-F11
Metering Modes	Multi-segment / Spot
Minimum Illumination	4K: Standard: 9 lux (1/60 shutter speed), HD: Standard: 6 lux (1/60 shutter speed), 4K: Low Lux 1.8 lux (1/30 shutter speed), HD: Low Lux 1.2 lux (1/30 shutter speed)
Mode	Auto, Flexible Spot (Touch Panel), Manual (Menu)
Audio
Audio Recording Format	LPCM 2ch (48 kHz / 16 bit), Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator, Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
Auto Wind Noise Reduction	Yes (On / Off)
Mic Level Control	Yes (31 steps)
Microphone	Built-in Zoom Microphone
My Voice Canceling	Yes
Speaker	Built-in Zoom Microphone, Monaural Speaker
Advanced Feature
High Speed Rec	Yes (120p / 1920 x 1080, 100 / 60 Mbps)
NightShot infrared System	-
Other Features	Face Detection , Cinematone, Golf Shot (Yes), Smooth Slow Rec (Yes), Fader Effect(s) (White / Black), Intelligent Auto (Portrait / Baby / Walk / Tripod / Backlight / Landscape / Spotlight / Twilight / Macro / Low-light / Auto wind noise reduction), Smile Shutter (Off / Dual Capture / Always On), Red-Eye Reduction, Direct Copy
Time Code/User Bit	Yes
AGCLimit	Yes
Airplane Mode	Yes
Audio Level Display	Yes
Cinematone	Yes
Face Detection	Yes 8 8 Not available in the 4K Recording mode with Dual Video Recording
Golf Shot	Yes 11 11 Video Mode is AVCHD.
Image Stabilization	Balanced Optical SteadyShot w/ Intelligent Active mode(5-axis) 21 21 Not supported at XAVC S 4K
Intelligent Auto	Portrait/Baby/Walk/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light/Auto wind noise reduction
Power Save	Yes
Smooth Slow Rec	Yes 11 11 Video Mode is AVCHD.
View on TV	Yes
View&Index	Event
Wi-Fi(built-in)	Send to Smartphone Control with Smartphone Multi Camera Control
x.v.Color	Yes
*Smile Shutter 7 7 Not available in the recording mode PS(60p/50p), FX(24p/25p/60i/50i) and FH(24p/25p)*	Off/Dual Capture/Always On 8 9 8 Not available in the 4K Recording mode with Dual Video Recording 9 Not available in 100Mbps Movie Recording Rate.

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