Delivering superb solutions for content creators and videographersWith Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ to rival gimbal systems, high-resolution 4K movie recording, and high-quality sound with a unique mic, this Handycam® puts professional production and simple movie sharing within anyone’s grasp.
Suppress camera shake - Gimbal Mechanism InsideSony’s Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ is a unique stabiliser, with a gimbal mechanism about 13 times more effective than other optical systems. Capture smooth, professional-looking images, even at full zoom or while running — with no need for bulky external gimbals.
The brilliant true-to-life quality of 4KThe latest-generation lens and image sensor enhance the spectacular detail of 4K resolution, with increased sensitivity for capturing high-quality movies in low light. High-bitrate recording in XAVC S format clearly captures even fast-moving and complex scenes.
ZEISS® 20× zoom 4K-compatible lensThe ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens has a widest angle of 26.8 mm, allowing more of a subject to fit in the frame. Capture a wide variety of scenes with the 20× optical zoom (26.8-536mm; 16:9 mode), plus 30× (4K) or 40× (HD) Clear Image Zoom and 250× digital zoom.
Exmor R™ CMOS sensor and BIONZ X™ image processing engineThe Exmor R CMOS sensor enhances image clarity, reduces noise in dark environments, and enables soft background defocusing, while the BIONZ X image processing engine achieves more naturally vivid and lifelike images and faster processing.
Fast Intelligent AF speeds up smartlyThe AF algorithm optimises 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 noiseThree mic capsules capture clear sound and reduce noise, enabling high-quality recording of sound with clear stereo separation.
Sensor |
Effective megapixels | 8.29 |
Megapixels | 8.29 MP |
Sensor type | Exmor R™ CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2,5" type |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" |
Aspect ratio | 16 : 9 |
Imaging processor | BIONZ X |
Lens |
Lens type | Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* |
Focal length | 26.8 – 536 mm |
Optical zoom | 20× |
Digital zoom | 250× |
Aperture | f/2.0 – 3.8 |
No. of diaphragm blades | 6 |
Image stabilization |
Image stabiliser | Yes |
Image stabilizer design | Sony B.O.SS (Balanced Optical SteadyShot™) |
Stabilization axis | 5-axis |
Video recording |
Exposure modes | Auto / Manual |
Digital filters | Yes |
Video resolution | [4K UHD] 3840 × 2160 25p / [4K UHD] 3840 × 2160 24p / [FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50p / [FullHD] 1920 × 1080 25p / [FullHD] 1920 × 1080 24p |
Slow motion video | [FullHD] 1920 × 1080 100p |
Movie format | AVCHD (Video: MPEG-4/H.264; Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 & 2.1 / Dolby Digital 5.1 & 2.1 Creator) / MP4 (Video: XAVC S (H.264/MPEG4-AVC); Audio: Linear PCM stereo) |
Shutter speed | 1/10 000 – 1/6 sec |
Photo recording |
Photo function | Yes |
Still image resolution | 16.6 MP |
Largest image size | 5440 × 3056 |
Smallest image size | 640 × 480 |
Still image during movie recording | Yes |
Still image file type | JPEG |
Focusing |
Autofocus modes | Manual / Auto |
Face detection | Yes |
Minimum focus distance | 1 cm |
Display |
Display type | LCD |
Display size (inches) | 3.0 |
Screen dots | 921 000 |
Articulation | Fully articulated |
Touch screen | Yes |
Adjustments | Brightness |
Viewfinder |
Viewfinder | None |
Audio |
Audio system | Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator [AVCHD] / Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1Creator [AVCHD] / MPEG-4 Linear PCM [XAVC S] |
Microphone | Built-in zoom microphone |
Speaker | Monoaural |
Memory |
Recording media | Memory Card |
Memory card slots | 1 |
Memory card type | SDXC / Memory Stick PRO Duo / SD / SDHC |
Jacks |
Microphone input | Yes |
Headphone output | Yes |
HDMI | microHDMI (Type D) |
Wireless | WiFi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n |
Bluetooth | No |
NFC | Yes |
Remote controller interface | Sony Multi-Terminal |
Remote control | Via connected smartphone |
Accessory Shoe | Multi-interface Accessory Shoe |
Power source |
Battery | NP-FV70A Li-ion battery |
General |
Color | Black |
Height (mm) | 80.5 |
Width (mm) | 73 |
Depth (mm) | 173 |
Weight (body only) | 510 g |
Weight (with battery and memory card) | 660 g |
Package contents | microUSB cable / Camcorder / Li-ion battery NP-FV70A / AC adapter / Power cable / microHDMI cable |