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Canon XA55 Professional UHD 1" CMOS Sensor 4K Camcorder.

SKU: XA55

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  • Versatile & Compact
  • 8.29MP
  • 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 Stabilisation
  • Dual SD Relay and Simultaneous Recording
  • DIG!C DV 6 Processor
  • 3″ Touchscreen LCD

Description

Overview

The Canon XA55 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder features UHD 4K capture, a 1″ CMOS sensor, two XLR audio inputs, and one mini-HDMI, and one BNC 3G-SDI output which is perfect for ENG category for documentary or journalism-style productions.

Features

It also features 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. Plus the camcorder includes a Dual Pixel and Contrast autofocus, fast- and slow-motion recording, full manual control, optical and electronic image stabilisation, a 3″ touchscreen LCD, user-assignable buttons, infrared mode, and a DIG!C DV 6 image processor with high sensitivity and low noise. In addition to that, it has a display monitoring features such as zebra, colour bars, and test tone and a built-in neutral density filter mechanism offering ND4, ND16, and ND64 options.

SD Card Slots

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.

Audio

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. A RC-V100 remote control is also included.

 

Specifications

Imaging
Image Sensor 1-Chip 1″ CMOS Sensor
Sensor Resolution 4268 x 3148 (13.4 MP)
Effective Sensor Resolution 3840 x 2160 (8.29 MP)
Minimum Illumination 1.7 lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed
0.1 lux at 1/2 Shutter Speed
White Balance Range 2000 to 15,000K
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 Focusing Distance Wide: 0.4″ / 1.0 cm
Entire Zoom Range: 23.6″ / 60.0 cm
Filter Size 58 mm
Image Stabilization Optical
Digital
Focus Control Autofocus
Manual Focus
Camera
Shutter Speed 1/ to 1/2000 sec
Built-In ND Filter Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Built-In Microphone Type Stereo
Recording Media 2 x SD (Unspecified Type) UHS-I Card Slots
Recording
Broadcast System Compatibility NTSC
Recording Modes H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit: 
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/24/29.97/30 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps (35 to 45 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 59.94/60 fps (8 Mb/s)
XF-AVC 4:2:0 8-Bit: 
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/24/29.97/30 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps
Audio Recording MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit AAC Audio
MP4: 4-Channel 16-Bit LPCM Audio
XAVC: 4-Channel 24-Bit LPCM Audio
Interfaces
Video Connectors 1 x Mini-HDMI (HDMI 2.0) Output
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio Connectors 2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic/Line Level (+48 V Phantom Power) Input
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Input
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Stereo Mic Level Input
Other I/O 1 x USB Mini-B Output
1 x 2.5 mm Input
Display
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 3″
Touchscreen Yes
Screen Resolution 460,000 Dots
EVF
EVF Display Type LCD
Screen Size .24″
EVF Resolution 1,560,000 Dots
Power
Battery Type Canon BP-8 Series
Power Connectors 1 x Proprietary (8.4 VDC)
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%
General
Accessory Mount 1 x Cold Shoe Mount
Tripod Mount None
Dimensions 8.4 x 4.3 x 3.6″ / 21.34 x 10.92 x 9.14 cm (Without Protrusions)
10.4 x 4.9 x 3.6″ / 26.42 x 12.45 x 9.14 cm (With Protrusions)
Weight 2.1 lb / 953 g

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