HDR and 4K are now available in an easy-to-use camcorder format with the Sony FDR-AX700 4K Camcorder. Using the HLG format, HDR (High Dynamic Range) images can be recorded and processed for playback on HDR screens. Compared to SDR (Standard Dynamic Range) formats, HDR offers increased color and contrast representation that is immediately noticeable. Dual SD card slots, an LCD and viewfinder, manual controls, a 12x zoom range, and a comfortable form factor make the AX700 an all-around camera for anything from family events to professional filmmaking and videography.

Recording in 4K has made focusing more difficult. Missed focus becomes exponentially more obvious with the increase in resolution over HD formats. Sony's phase detection autofocus uses 273 points to lock onto and track subjects as they move through the frame. Focus speed and tracking can be adjusted to fit your project. So, whether you're tracking fast-moving vehicles or actors moving through the frame, the AX700 will be able to keep up and maintain sharp focus.

For more advanced users, Sony included S-Log2 and S-Log3 picture profiles alongside their S-Gamut color space. Enabling this functionality grants you greater control over the final image through post-production processing.

4K HDR Video Recording    1"-Type Stacked CMOS Sensor    BIONZ X Image Processor    273-Point Phase Detection Autofocus    Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* Lens    12x Optical Zoom & 18x Clear Image Zoom    Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization    0.39" OLED EVF / 3.5" XtraFine LCD    High-Speed 120 fps Recording    S-Log & S-Gamut Picture Profiles

Recording in HDR using Hybrid-Log Gamma (HLG) enables you to record and display wider ranges of exposure and color than normally available in SDR media. Without extra processing, HDR recordings can be enjoyed by simply connecting the camera to an HLG-compatible Sony TV using a USB cable.

The XAVC S format is used for 4K and HD recording. Bit rates of up to 100 Mb/s for 4K, and 50 Mb/s for Full HD recording, ensure detailed video with minimal compression noise. 100 Mb/s recording is also available at 120 fps in Full HD, so high-quality slow-motion sequences can be created during post-processing.

Speed up your editing and delivery with the option of onboard proxy recording. Lower-resolution proxy files are captured alongside full-resolution 4K video, for easy sharing and online collaboration, as well as more efficient editing on under-powered computers. When you're ready, simply substitute the proxy files with the full-resolution ones to finalize your video.

Enjoy creative ways to express time's passage. The Super Slow Motion and Slow & Quick Motion let you capture motion in the blink of an eye, at up to 960 fps in NTSC or 1000 fps in PAL (40x super slow motion), or in compelling time-lapse sequences, captured at 1 fps for playback at up to 60x natural speed.

S-Gamut and S-Log shooting gives you more flexibility to custom-tailor your images by performing color grading in post-production. S-Log3 and S-Log2 gamma provide wide dynamic range shooting (1300%), to minimize blown highlights and crushed blacks.

While exposure may be more difficult to judge off the LCD and EVF, exposure zebras are available, indicating areas of overexposure using clear stripes on the image preview. An adjustable level lets you accurately dial in the ideal exposure for everything from skin tones to sunlit landscapes.

For professional workflows and multicamera editing requirements, standard SMPTE Timecode and User Bit can be included with your recordings. With embedded timecode, synchronizing multiple cameras for editing is incredibly simple, while custom eight-digit User Bit codes allow fast indexing and media management on larger projects.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. is there an external power source option?

A: Hi Robert, You can supply power to the camcorder from a wall outlet (wall socket) by using the AC adaptor: https://helpguide.sony.net/cam/1710/v1/en/contents/TP0001492348.html Regards, Vincent

Q: 2. where is lanc port ?

A: The LANC input of the Sony FDR AX700 is located on the right side of the camcorders and will have remote written under the port.

Q: 3. Will the camera's LCD display continue to function while the camera outputs video via HDMI?

A: Yes. The LCD will remain on while using the HDMI out. This will allow for access to see your setting and adjust settings as needed.

Q: 4. Can the AC cable run the camera or just charge batteries?

A: The Sony FDR AX700 will include the Sony AC-L200 AC that provides continuous power and will charge the batteries when connected to the camcorder.

Q: 5. I have purchased the Sony AX-700. I need a wide angle lens. What lens would you recommend that would work well will to cancorder ?

A: Zunow WCX-80 0.8x Compact Wide Conversion Lens B&H # ZUNWCX80: https://bhpho.to/39dAvEj

Q: 6. Is there a way to remotely trigger the recording in super slow motion from a long distance?

A: The Sony FDR AX700 can be triggered at long distance though 2.5 mm Sub-Mini (LANC) Control and the RMT-835 remote that is included can provide a 10 meter range.

Q: 7. live stream?

A: The camcorders does not have live streaming capabilities. However it does have a Clean HDMI output which you can connect to a Capture or Streaming Device and from there you will be able to Live Stream with such a device. Magewell Capture Device - https://bhpho.to/2bflouA Teradek Streaming Device - https://bhpho.to/2foWhuM

Q: 8. does the Sony NP-FV70 battery work with this camcorder or does it require the -A battery?

A: Hi Richard, both the FV70 and FV70A will work with AX700 camcorder. In addition, FV100A, FV50, and FV50A are also compatible with the camcorder.

Q: 9. Can you stream recording video to a phone or tablet?

A: Yes you can stream video to a phone or tablet with the AX700 as long as you download the correct Sony Play-memories app to your device.

Q: 10. what did sony add to this over the fdrax100?

A: HDR and S-Log and S-Gamut Picture Profiles.And... Fast Hybrid AF system ensures highly accurate focusing and tracking during shooting, delivered by 273 phase-detection AF points that cover approximately 84% of the shooting area, high-density placement of autofocus points and a newly developed AF algorithm. This reduces the burden of focusing, especially when accurate focusing is required for shooting 4Ki films. In movie recording mode, the appearance of phase-detection AF frames indicates the focused area and easily allows users to monitor a subject that is in focus.And...Proxy Recording:Speed up your editing and delivery with the option of onboard proxy recording. Lower-resolution proxy files are captured alongside full-resolution 4K video, for easy sharing and online collaboration, as well as more efficient editing on under-powered computers. When you're ready, simply substitute the proxy files with the full-resolution ones to finalize your video.