Sony FDR-AX53B

4K camcorder, 20x zoom, optical stabilizer, Wi-Fi and NFC

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Capture your best moments in 4K with the Sony FDR-AX53B camcorder. Equipped with a 1/2.5 type Exmor R CMOS sensor and SteadyShot optical stabiliser, this model will give you near professional results. It features a 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS lens and a 20x optical zoom.

4K camcorder, 20x zoom, optical stabilizer, Wi-Fi and NFC

Overview

Every moment counts more in 4K


Capture your best moments in 4K with the Sony FDR-AX53B camcorder. Equipped with a 1/2.5 type Exmor R CMOS sensor and SteadyShot optical stabilisation, this model will give you a near professional look. It features a 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS lens, 20x optical zoom and a 921,600 pixel Xtra Fine LCD. Connected, the FDR-AX53B features Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity to easily share your memories with friends and family.


Ultra High Definition convenience

To achieve professional quality camcorder images, Sony is taking the resolution revolution a step further with cutting-edge technologies optimised to make the most of the latest recording formats. With four times the pixels of Full HD, 4K resolution delivers incredibly realistic image detail. Not all images are recorded in the same way. Thanks to intelligent digital compression, the XAVC S format enables extended 4K recording at high bit rates up to 100Mbps.

Advanced image stabilisation eliminates the effect of camera movement. You can shoot stable, natural-looking video with a focal length range from wide angle to telephoto. In HD shooting mode, this reduces the effects of camera movement, even in unstable conditions, thanks to the intelligent 5-axis active mode that compensates for vibration in five different directions.


High quality workmanship

The FDR-AX53 incorporates a 1/2.5" Exmor R CMOS sensor to provide enhanced sensitivity for high quality images with minimal noise in both low and high light conditions. Meanwhile, the BIONZ X processor delivers more realistic images and allows for the addition of new features that take advantage of the faster processing.

Designed for easy shooting and fast editing, the FDR-AX53 ensures that your memories are recorded exactly as you imagine them. The multi-camera control function allows you to record a scene from multiple angles at once, just like in TV shows. You can then edit the scenes with PlayMemories Home's advanced features, such as picture-in-picture.


Capture your most intense moments

This Sony camcorder is optimised for 4K and ideal for capturing great landscapes, thanks in part to a 26.8mm Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens and a 20x optical zoom. Plus, record clear audio with 5-way recording and 40% noise reduction.

Equipped with Wi-Fi and NFC, the FDR-AX53 works with remote control. From then on, its content can be transferred from camcorder to smartphone or tablet via the PlayMemories Mobile app for mobile phones.


Key features:

  • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) recording
  • Optical SteadyShot balanced stabiliser
  • 1/2.5" back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
  • 26.8mm Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens
  • Bionz X Image Processor
  • 7.5 cm Xtra Fine (921,600 pixels) wide (16:9) LCD monitor (type 3.0)
  • 1,555,000-dot EVF viewfinder
  • 20x optical zoom with 30x Clear Image zoom (4K)
  • Wi-Fi and NFC capabilities
  • Versatile manual settings
Specifications
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General information

Product name

Sony FDR-AX53B

Brand

Sony

Model

FDRAX53B.CEN

Sensor

High Definition

Yes

Sensor type

CMOS

Resolution

8.29 Megapixels

Video resolution(s)

Ultra HD

4K UHD resolution(s)

Yes

3D compatible

No

Lens

Optical zoom

20 x

Digital zoom

250 x

Min focal length

4.4 mm

Max focal length

88 mm

Minimum focal length 35 mm equivalent

26.8 mm

Maximum focal length 35 mm equivalent

536 mm

Image stabilizer

Yes

Lens brand

Carl Zeiss

Display

Screen size

7.5 cm

Screen format

16:9

Screen resolution

921600 Pixel(s)

Display format

16:9

Viewfinder type

Color

Viewfinder resolution

1555200 Pixel(s)

Memory

Recording media

Memory card

Expansion/Memory type

SD (Secure Digital)
SDHC
SDXC
Memory Stick XC-HG Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Memory Stick PRO Duo

Connectivity

Video outputs

AV output (Audio + Video)
HDMI Female
Composite video

HDMI output

Yes

Interface with the computer

USB 2.0

Interface

Compatibility

PC
MAC

Equipment

Integrated projector

No

Lens hood

No

Video cable

Yes

Case

No

Microphone input

Yes

Flash / Torch

Yes

Power supply

Battery type

Rechargeable lithium battery

Battery charger supplied

No

AC adapter

Yes

Physical characteristics

Type

Normal

Waterproof

No

Colour

Black

Height

80.5 mm

Length

73 mm

Depth

161 mm

Weight

635 g

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

See terms & conditions

Product referenced on 4 Oct 2017

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  • by Jezequel D
    Posted on 4 Nov 2021
    Product bought from LDLC on 7 Oct 2021
    Number of reviews: 4 Average rating: 10

    very happy

    camcorder received very quickly happy with the description very satisfied with my purchase thank you ldlc I recommend this product

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  • by Anonymous
    Posted on 21 May 2019
    Product bought from LDLC on 21 Apr 2019
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    Satisfied with the result

    I have only made one report with this camera, but I am satisfied with it.

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  • by ygnace
    Posted on 19 Dec 2017
    Product bought from LDLC on 20 Nov 2017
    Number of reviews: 2 Average rating: 10

    Very good purchase

    I am very pleased with the quality of the image and the stability of the camera. I have not yet had much experience with this camera, but I am already very happy with it.

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