Canon XA55 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder - With SDI

The Canon XA50 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder is a compact, lightweight camera featuring UHD 4K capture, a 1" CMOS sensor, two XLR audio inputs, and one mini-HDMI output which fits right into the ENG category for documentary or journalism-style productions.

Features

• 8.29MP, 1" CMOS Sensor
• Up to UHD 4K30 Video Recording
• Mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI Outputs
• Integrated 15x Optical Zoom Lens
• Dual XLR and Mic/Line Audio Input
• 5-Axis Optical Image Stabilization
• Dual-Pixel CMOS Autofocus Feature
• Dual SD Relay and Simultaneous Recording
• DIG!C DV 6 Processor
• 3" Touchscreen LCD, Tiltable Viewfinder

The XA50's optics include an integrated 15x HD optical zoom and a nine-bladed circular iris for more natural highlights, and wide DR gamma support for low-light recording. The camera's pro-style features include Dual Pixel and Contrast autofocus, fast- and slow-motion recording, full manual control, optical and electronic image stabilization, a 3" touchscreen LCD, user-assignable buttons, infrared mode, and a DIG!C DV 6 image processor with high sensitivity and low noise. The XA50 also has display monitoring features such as zebra, color bars, and test tone and a built-in neutral density filter mechanism offering ND4, ND16, and ND64 options.

The camera records UHD 4K30 and Full HD 1080p60 captured to dual SD card slots, and outputs to a mini-HDMI port. The dual SD card slots allow for automatic switching from one card to another, as well as simultaneous recording to both. The camera can output up to 1920 x 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 video at 59.94 fps via its mini-HDMI output. On the audio side, the XA50 features up to four channels of LPCM audio with manual/automatic recording levels, two XLR inputs with phantom power, and a 3.5mm stereo mini input. It features a built-in stereo microphone as well as a headphone jack. The camera's functions can also be controlled by the separately available RC-V100 remote control.

The Canon XA55 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder is a compact, lightweight camera featuring UHD 4K capture, a 1" CMOS sensor, two XLR audio inputs, and one mini-HDMI, and one BNC 3G-SDI output which fits right into the ENG category for documentary or journalism-style productions.

The XA55's optics include an integrated 15x HD optical zoom and a nine-bladed circular iris for more natural highlights, and wide DR gamma support for low-light recording. The camera's pro-style features include Dual Pixel and Contrast autofocus, fast- and slow-motion recording, full manual control, optical and electronic image stabilization, a 3" touchscreen LCD, user-assignable buttons, infrared mode, and a DIG!C DV 6 image processor with high sensitivity and low noise. The XA55 also has display monitoring features such as zebra, color bars, and test tone and a built-in neutral density filter mechanism offering ND4, ND16, and ND64 options.

The camera records UHD 4K30 and Full HD 1080p60 captured to dual SD card slots, and outputs to mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI ports. The dual SD card slots allow for automatic switching from one card to another, as well as simultaneous recording to both. The camera can output up to 1920 x 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 video at 59.94 fps via its mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI outputs. On the audio side, the XA55 features up to four channels of LPCM audio with manual/automatic recording levels, two XLR inputs with phantom power, and a 3.5mm stereo mini input. It features a built-in stereo microphone as well as a headphone jack. The camera's functions can also be controlled by the separately available RC-V100 remote control.

Technical Detail

Imaging

Sensor Resolution Actual: 13.4 Megapixel (4268 x 3148)

Effective: 8.29 Megapixel (3840 x 2160)

Sensor Type 1"-Type CMOS Sensor

Image Stabilization Optical in Integrated Lens

Digital

Built-In ND Filter Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters

Minimum Illumination 1.7 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed

0.1 Lux at 1/2 Shutter Speed

Lens

Focal Length 8.3 to 124.5mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 25.5 to 382.5mm)

Optical Zoom Ratio 15x

Maximum Aperture f/2.8 to 4.5

Minimum Focus Distance Wide: 0.4" / 1.0 cm

Entire Zoom Range: 23.6" / 60.0 cm

Filter Size 58 mm

Focus Control Autofocus

Manual Focus

Built-In Microphone Type Stereo

Audio Recording MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit AAC Audio

MP4: 4-Channel 16-Bit LPCM Audio

XAVC: 4-Channel 24-Bit LPCM Audio

IP Streaming Yes

Media/Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)

Video I/O 1 x Mini-HDMI (HDMI 2.0) Output

1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output

Audio I/O 2 x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line (+48 V Phantom Power) Input

1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Input

1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input

Power I/O 1 x Proprietary (8.4 VDC) Input

Other I/O 1 x USB Mini-B Output

1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Input

Size 3.0"

Resolution 460,000 Dot

Display Type Articulating LCD

Environmental

Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C (Recommended)

Storage Temperature 23 to 113°F / -5 to 45°C

Operating Humidity 85%

Storage Humidity 60%

Battery Type Canon BP-8 Series

Tripod Mounting Thread 1/4"-20 Female

Accessory Mount 1 x Cold Shoe Mount

Dimensions (W x H x D) 8.4 x 4.3 x 3.6" / 21.3 x 10.9 x 9.1 cm (Without Protrusions)

10.4 x 4.9 x 3.6" / 26.4 x 12.4 x 9.1 cm (With Protrusions)

10.4 x 8.5 x 5.5" / 26.4 x 21.6 x 14 cm (With Protrusions)

Packaging Info

Package Weight 6.61 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 14.3 x 11.9 x 10.4"