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Sony FDR-AX33

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User ratings:
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45 user ratings
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4 stars
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2 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.7 / 5
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5 editorial reviews
With full manual controls and its BOSS image stabilization, Sony rolls out another traditional 4K camcorder at a lower price.Read more
(Click for Reviews) The FDR-AX33 was Sony's first compact 4K consumer camcorder. SmartReview previewed this model a while back at CES in Las Vegas and it received many Best of CES awards. This model shoots at 4K Ultra HD (3840x2160) which is at 8 megapixels resolution verus only 2 megapixels for Full HD. In addition to shooting at 4 times the resolution of HD, this model has Sony's best Balanced Optical Steadyshot™ (BOSS) image stabilization, the first 4K model to have this technology. This camcorder, although a consumer model has many high end features, such as a premium Carl Zeiss lens f1.8-3.4 (10x optical and 20x extended zoom). Shooting at this resolution will future proof your videos, as the industry moves toward 4K resolution in TVs. Footage in 4K can also be used for Full HD video production, as you can crop or zoom in on your footage and still maintain Full HD quality. Manual Control (Iris, Shutter, Exposure, and White Balance. EVF Viewfinder. Shoots at 100Mbps for best picture quality. ...More...Read more
The Sony FDR-AX33 4K Handycam Camcorder is my first camcorder. I am quite happy with it and using it more often than my smartphone and DSLR. To figure out why, keep reading my review.Read more
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Pros

  • sharp
  • smooth
  • and with no realism

Cons

  • the BOSS is on another level
  • active sounds from all directions are picked up
  • the images you captured are noisy because of the smaller sensor size

Key specs

  • Exmor R CMOS
  • 1/2.3 in
  • 8.29 Mpx
  • 3 in
  • yes
  • 3840, 2160 px

Sony FDR-AX33 - Pros & Cons

Sony FDR-AX33

Pros

  • sharp
  • smooth
  • and with no realism
  • Sony FDR AX100 is extremely handy in terms of the controls
  • solid and well-built
  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • Ax33 is still very stable at long end with just using the standard stabilization

Cons

  • the BOSS is on another level
  • active sounds from all directions are picked up
  • the images you captured are noisy because of the smaller sensor size
  • There is no remote control required for it
  • It does not capture great visuals for night shooting
  • the lens is the weak link
  • No slow-motion video recording capabilities
  • heavier lens could slow the responsiveness of the BOSS system
  • The viewfinder is higher resolution

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Sony FDR-AX33 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeExmor R CMOS
Optical sensor size1.0 in
Effective megapixels8.29 Mpx
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Optics and focus
Optical zoom10.0 x
Digital zoom120.0 x
Focal length equiv26.8 - 328
Focal length range (f-f) (Lens system)3.8 - 38
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Filter size2.05 in
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Photography features
Camera shutter speed1.0 s
Light exposure modes
  • Program
  • Auto
Self-timer delay10.0 s
Scene modes
  • Fireworks
  • Landscape
  • Portrait
  • Spotlight
  • Beach
  • Snow
Built-in flashyes
3D supportno
Face detectionyes
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeSurround
Built-in speaker(s)yes
Audio systemDolby Digital 2.0
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Dimensions
Height3.09 in
Width2.8 in
Depth6.1 in
Weight24.69 oz
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Power
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
AC adapter includedyes
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Image
Maximum image resolution6048 x 3400 px
White balance modes
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
Image stabilizeryes
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Screen and viewfinder
Built-in displayyes
DisplayLCD
Display aspect ratio16:9
Display diagonal3.0 in
Touchscreenyes
Viewfinder typeElectronic
Viewfinder screen size0.24 in
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Videography features
Resolution
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1440 x 1080
  • 1920 x 1080
  • 3840 x 2160
Maximum resolution3840 x 2160 px
HD typeFull HD
Video formats supported
  • AVCHD
  • H.264
  • XAVC S
Maximum frame rate50.0 fps
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • SD
  • SDXC
  • Memory Stick PRO Duo Mark2
  • SDHC
  • Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
  • Memory Stick XC-HG Duo
Storage typesMemory card
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Connectivity
HDMIyes
USB portyes
Wi-Fiyes
DC-in jackyes
PictBridgeno

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Sony FDR-AX33 Sony - Editorial Reviews (5)

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Sony FDR-AX33 Sony's prosumer 4K AX33 camcorder expands stabilization, shrinks size
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Published: 06.01.2015
Sony's prosumer 4K AX33 camcorder expands stabilization, shrinks size

With full manual controls and its BOSS image stabilization, Sony rolls out another traditional 4K camcorder at a lower price.

Sony FDR-AX33 Sony Handycam FDR-AX33 4K Camcorder | Reviews | Ultra HD | Best Consumer 4K Video Camera | SmartReview.com
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Published: 03.01.2020
Sony Handycam FDR-AX33 4K Camcorder | Reviews | Ultra HD | Best Consumer 4K Video Camera | SmartReview.com
4.5

(Click for Reviews) The FDR-AX33 was Sony's first compact 4K consumer camcorder. SmartReview previewed this model a while back at CES in Las Vegas and it received many Best of CES awards. This model shoots at 4K Ultra HD (3840x2160) which is at 8 megapixels resolution verus only 2 megapixels for Full HD. In addition to shooting at 4 times the resolution of HD, this model has Sony's best Balanced Optical Steadyshot™ (BOSS) image stabilization, the first 4K model to have this technology. This camcorder, although a consumer model has many high end features, such as a premium Carl Zeiss lens f1.8-3.4 (10x optical and 20x extended zoom). Shooting at this resolution will future proof your videos, as the industry moves toward 4K resolution in TVs. Footage in 4K can also be used for Full HD video production, as you can crop or zoom in on your footage and still maintain Full HD quality. Manual Control (Iris, Shutter, Exposure, and White Balance. EVF Viewfinder. Shoots at 100Mbps for best picture quality. ...More...

Sony FDR-AX33 Sony FDR-AX33 4K Handycam Camcorder Review - The Only Camcorder You Should Buy
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techwalls.com
Published: 03.05.2015
Sony FDR-AX33 4K Handycam Camcorder Review - The Only Camcorder You Should Buy
4.5

The Sony FDR-AX33 4K Handycam Camcorder is my first camcorder. I am quite happy with it and using it more often than my smartphone and DSLR. To figure out why, keep reading my review.

Sony FDR-AX33 Sony FDRAX33 Review | Video Camera 4K Camcorder 8K HD Digital Video Dslr
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Ep Cameras 4K 8K HD Digital Video Dslr
Published: 22.08.2019
Sony FDRAX33 Review | Video Camera 4K Camcorder 8K HD Digital Video Dslr

Quick Specs 4K - 3840 x 2160 30p HD - 1920 x 1080 60p Dolby 5.1 surround sound mic Steadyshot Image stabilization  XAVC S™3, AVCHD® and MP4 codecs Premium

Sony FDR-AX33 Sony Ax33 is better than most people realize: Digital Video Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
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