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The Sony FDR-AX43/B is a Handycam with Balanced Optical SteadyShot. That’s a built-in gimbal mechanism, which provides the ability to capture smooth, natural high-quality video footage. Sony developed the FDR-AX43/B for content creators and vloggers.
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I’ll take the Handycam on a bike ride soon enough and share more about the after a shoot. Priced under $899, a 4K camcorder with 3″ flip screen and a 20x optical zoom lens that doesn’t require a gimbal seems like a really good value.
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The gimbal works at full zoom. Sony didn’t say in the press release, but I’m guessing the gimbal works while zooming too.
Sony Handycam with Balanced Optical SteadyShot
- Balanced Optical SteadyShot with a unique built-in-gimbal mechanism for smooth footage while walking, running or at full zoom
- ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens with a wide angle of 26.8mm
- 20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom of 30x for 4K and 40x for HD
- 1/2.5-type Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor[iv] and BIONZ X™ image processing engine delivering excellent image quality, even in low-light conditions
- High-bitrate shooting (100Mbps for XAVC S 4K, 50Mbps for XAVC S HD)
- Fast Intelligent AF for quick and precise subject capture
- Directional 3-capsule mic for advanced sound quality
- 3” Flip-screen for selfie shooting
- New Highlight Movie Maker creates short video clips in-camera to share instantly without any need for post-production editing. Easily share MP4 movies on social media sites via smartphone.
- Long battery life provides up to 235 mins continuous recording time with the supplied battery (AC adaptor provides additional power supply).
The FDR-AX43/B will ship this month and is priced at approximately $849.99 US. Read more about at Sony.
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