Sony PXW-X400KF//U Camcorder XDCam EX & DVCam

Sony PXW-X400KF Professional XDCAM EX & DVCAM Camcorder with 16× Autofocus Lens

The Sony PXW-X400KF is a professional shoulder-mounted ENG camcorder designed for broadcast, electronic news gathering (ENG), electronic field production (EFP), live events, and studio applications. The kit includes a 16× autofocus zoom lens, a 3.5-inch LCD viewfinder, and a stereo shotgun microphone, providing a complete production-ready solution.

Built around three 2/3-inch Exmor CMOS sensors, the PXW-X400KF delivers outstanding Full HD image quality, excellent sensitivity, low noise, and a wide dynamic range. It supports multiple professional recording formats, including XAVC, MPEG HD422, MPEG HD420, IMX, and DVCAM, while maintaining Sony's renowned ergonomic shoulder-mounted design.

The optimized weight distribution reduces operator fatigue during extended shooting sessions, making the camera well suited for demanding broadcast environments.

Key features

• Three 2/3-inch Exmor CMOS image sensors.

• Full HD recording up to 1920 × 1080 at 60p.

• Sony XAVC recording.

• MPEG HD422, HD420, IMX, and DVCAM support.

• 16× autofocus zoom lens included.

• 3.5-inch LCD electronic viewfinder included.

• Stereo shotgun microphone included.

• Dual SxS card slots.

• SD card slot for proxy recording.

• Dual 3G-SDI outputs.

• HDMI output.

• Timecode input and output.

• Genlock input.

• Built-in wireless LAN module.

• Ethernet connectivity.

• NFC support.

• Built-in GPS.

• Ergonomic shoulder-mounted design.

Professional three-chip imaging

The PXW-X400KF uses three 2/3-inch Exmor CMOS sensors that provide excellent image quality with:

• High resolution.

• High sensitivity.

• Low image noise.

• Wide dynamic range.

The camera achieves sensitivity ratings of:

• F12 at 60 Hz.

• F13 at 50 Hz.

Noise performance reaches approximately 62 dB while preserving detail in both highlights and shadows.

Multiple professional recording formats

The camera supports a wide variety of recording formats suitable for broadcast, news gathering, studio production, and field recording.

Supported codecs include:

• XAVC.

• MPEG HD422.

• MPEG HD420.

• IMX.

• DVCAM.

• AVCHD.

Sony's XAVC codec supports Full HD recording at frame rates up to 50p and 59.94p using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression.

Wireless networking

The PXW-X400KF includes a USB wireless LAN module that supports efficient wireless production workflows.

An integrated ONLINE button allows quick activation of features including:

• Network Client Mode.

• Automatic proxy upload.

• Live streaming functions.

The built-in RJ45 Ethernet interface enables:

• Fast file transfer.

• Camera control through a web browser.

• Network-based production workflows.

NFC connectivity

Near Field Communication (NFC) simplifies wireless setup by allowing compatible smartphones and tablets to quickly launch Sony's Content Browser Mobile application without manual network configuration.

Professional connectivity

The PXW-X400KF provides extensive broadcast interfaces, including:

• Dual 3G-SDI outputs capable of simultaneous 1080p50/59.94 output.

• HDMI output.

• SDI input for pool-feed recording.

• Professional XLR audio interfaces.

• Timecode input and output.

• Genlock input.

The dedicated SDI input allows direct recording of incoming HD-SDI or SD-SDI signals from another camera without requiring connector switching.

Integrated GPS

The built-in GPS receiver records location information into MXF and proxy files.

GPS data can also be embedded into live streaming signals and later used during post-production or by broadcast stations to monitor crew locations.

LCD monitoring

The camera includes an internal 3.5-inch RGB LCD monitor with a QHD resolution of 960 × 540 pixels.

The display provides:

• Live image monitoring.

• Video playback.

• Menu navigation.

• Thumbnail display.

Included in the box

• Sony PXW-X400KF camcorder.

• 16× autofocus zoom lens.

• 3.5-inch LCD viewfinder.

• Stereo shotgun microphone.

• Stereo microphone windscreen.

• Shoulder strap.

• Cold shoe mounting kit.

• Lens mount cap.

• USB wireless LAN module (IFU-WLM3).

• Protective cap.

• Protective cover.

• "Before Using the Camera" guide.

• Operating Instructions (CD-ROM).

• Focal length adjustment chart.

Technical specifications

Imaging

• Lens mount:

  • B4.

• Sensor configuration:

  • Three 2/3-inch Exmor CMOS sensors.

• Effective sensor resolution:

  • 2.07 MP.

• Horizontal resolution:

  • More than 1000 TV lines.

• Image stabilization:

  • No.

• Built-in ND filters:

  • Mechanical filter wheel.

  • Clear.

  • 2-stop (1/4).

  • 4-stop (1/16).

  • 6-stop (1/64).

Exposure

• Shutter type:

  • Electronic rolling shutter.

• Shutter speed:

  • 1/2000 s to 1/2 s.

• Gain:

  • -3 dB to +42 dB.

• Shutter angle:

  • 11.25° to 180°.

• Precise Scan:

  • Supported.

• Minimum illumination:

  • 0.013 lux.

• White balance:

  • 3200 K to 6300 K.

  • ATW.

  • AWB.

  • Presets A and B.

Lens

• Focal length:

  • 8–128 mm.

• 35 mm equivalent:

  • 31.5–503 mm.

• Optical zoom:

  • 16×.

• Digital zoom:

  • Up to 4×.

• Maximum aperture:

  • f/1.

• Minimum aperture:

  • f/16.

• Minimum focus distance:

  • 80 cm.

• Filter thread:

  • 82 mm.

• Focus modes:

  • Autofocus.

  • Manual focus.

Recording formats

AVCHD

• Full HD up to 59.94 fps.

MPEG-2 4:2:2

• Full HD.

• HD.

XAVC-I

• Full HD.

• HD.

XAVC-L

• Full HD progressive.

• Full HD interlaced.

• HD.

Frame rates

• 1 fps to 59.94 fps depending on recording format.

Fast and slow motion

• Supported.

Media

• Dual SxS card slots.

• Single SD / SDHC / SDXC slot.

Video outputs

• 2 × 3G-SDI.

• HDMI.

• Composite output.

Audio interfaces

• 2 × XLR microphone/line inputs with phantom power.

• Stereo headphone output.

• XLR 5-pin microphone input.

• XLR 5-pin input/output.

Power interfaces

• XLR 4-pin DC input.

• Hirose 4-pin DC output.

• 2-pin light output.

Additional interfaces

• Timecode input.

• Timecode output.

• Genlock input.

• RJ45 Ethernet.

• Wireless receiver connector.

• 12-pin lens connector.

• Hirose 8-pin control.

• 50-pin connector.

• USB-A.

• USB-B.

• 20-pin viewfinder connector.

• 26-pin viewfinder connector.

Wireless

• NFC.

• Built-in wireless LAN module.

GPS

• Built-in.

Display

• 3.5-inch articulating LCD.

• Resolution:

  • 960 × 540.

Viewfinder

• Removable electronic LCD.

• Resolution:

  • 960 × 540.

Focus

• Autofocus.

• Manual focus.

Power

• Battery system:

  • Sony BP-U Series.

• Power consumption:

  • 24 W.

Environmental specifications

• Operating temperature:

  • 0°C to 40°C.

• Storage temperature:

  • -20°C to 60°C.

Physical specifications

• Intelligent accessory shoe:

  • 1.

• Dimensions:

  • 150 × 270 × 330 mm.

• Weight:

  • Approximately 3.6 kg (body only).