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2020-12-01T07:32:43
Found just camera for what I paid for the whole package. ????
CHRIS B.
2020-11-24T07:22:42
The Sony FDR-AX100 4K Ultra HD Camcorder does a very good job of 4K video at 30fps, but only shoots 1080P at 60fps. Would love to see this camera do 120fps at 1080P. The camera and Sony tripod make a good combination for smooth video, but the tripod is very unstable with the center post raised. Good for home use and very easy to operate. I think this camera is a little overpriced for what you get, but overall I would give it 3-1/2 stars.
STEVEN S.
2019-11-24T19:00:00
This is absolutely top shelf. You will need a HDMI adapter to utilize a video capture device.. HDMI to RCA three cord. Exactly what I wanted
The B.
2019-06-13T20:00:00
Beautiful compact, perfect capturing video and pictures I've owned. I more often than not just used for family shooting, built in with many features, turn on digital zoom (160X) would aid me to get the video from far off in the stadium for my son's high school commencement. Really happy with this purchased
Jnguyen
2019-05-29T20:00:00
I brought this a month ago and I’m happy with it and the quality of the video
Drs76
2018-10-12T20:00:00
I'm an old hand at photography and video. Just recently purchased the AX100. It is excellent in every way. The large sensor produces great HD/4K. Very sharp focus. I like the ability to go fully automatically to all manual. I'm used to shooting manual and not proglem!
Bill1946
2018-06-08T20:00:00
Brought camera at the beginning of the year for shooting 4K underwater videos with external monitor
Logandive178
2018-04-18T14:04:39
So far so good. I am just trying to figure out all of the functions.
Brian B.
2018-03-29T06:54:19
Looking forward to using our camera to broadcast our Sunday morning church services live via social media. The Premium Accessory kit had everything we need to get started!
Max D.
2018-03-26T20:00:00
Purchased the camera 2 days before we left for Kauai for two months. Just viewed the videos on our 4K television and the quality & color were better than expected; awesome colors of the ocean and landscape. Also took about 65+ pictures and they are also of high quality! Will be taking more pictures in the future. Don't have any videos on YouTube yet. Unable to view videos until we got back home but after viewing will be able to make adjustments for the next time to improve. Like the light weight and use of controls. Shot all pics and videos on automatic settings. The small flip screen does not do justice as to what actual video will look like on a 4K TV. Took some video will walking on the terrain to show the landscape; viewed best when no zoom was incorporated, less movement of screen when viewing. Zooming in and out is smooth and really didn't notice any change in quality of the video.
Schmink
2018-02-27T19:00:00
Is excelent and beautiful... I love you Is perfect .
Morraco
2018-02-23T19:00:00
I purchased my camera about 41/2 weeks ago and am slowly making friends with it. So far the only complaint is there is no way to adjust the audio while shooting. I use mainly external mikes in manual mode. Having to go through two menus to adjust limits use. My wonderful Sony VX1000 had adjustments on the back of the camera and of course the broadcast versions I used had several external ways to adjust.
r2wags
2018-02-02T19:00:00
In the next updates could improve the frames per second in 4k and take it to 60 fps? Sound 5.1 is also necessary to be able to use when recording in 4K, could it be improved too?
saltre
2017-12-23T19:00:00
I've have only Bought Sony Camcorders. Love this Camcorder. Most Pricey and Best Camcorder I have ever owned.
TONYPOLO
2017-11-15T11:04:33
The camera is great and I would give it 5 stars in no time. However, if you buy a microphone you'd be unpleasantly surprised - this microphone doesn't fit the multi-interface shoe. No way for you to install your mike into this shoe unless you buy a $20 adapter, which is nothing else but a piece of plastic. Instead, I just filed down a piece of mike which is supposed to slide into the shoe, and voila! everything worked.
Yuliy L.
2017-10-14T20:00:00
would b better if it can do 4k 60fps / 1080 100mbs 120fps / slog2 slog3
SantSupa
2017-09-25T20:00:00
I use many activites, image is sharp, voice recorded was clear!
VicYeh
2017-09-13T13:51:30
Needed to switch from a Sony pro tape camera to digital format. Talked around with other pros and the AX100 came out well. Have used it on several shoots and it is fantastic when paired with other 4x equipment. It is light and easy to hand hold - controls are in easy reach. Only problem is the clip attachment for the extra mike - can not fit the mike shoe into the camera shoe!
Lars L.
2017-09-05T11:43:26
Great quality still photos. Pretty thick camera; nowhere near as fragile as my last camera. Easier to use than I expected. 4K video looks good. Accessories are nice too.
DEVON T.
2017-06-06T13:46:42
I am so impressed with this camera! It exceeds my expectations! The auto focus is outstanding as well as the image quality. In fact this camera is so good we are seriously considering purchasing a second one for my husband. Service at Adorama rocks. Outstanding and easy to navigate website makes purchasing a breeze!
Thomas S.
2017-05-17T18:18:57
immenselyI am an amateur, so let me start right there. I have been reading books, educating myself about videography as well as viewing the free beginners videos on the Adorama website. The AX100 is an outstanding camera in almost any category. If you're an amateur like me, you can "Run and Gun" as they say and wind up with a wonderful video to share with friends. If you tend to want more control over what happens with your camera, this camera will accommodate you. The auto focus works well, tracking your subject, the auto F-stop works equally well to help control exposure. I am using my camera to video HO model railroad activity and I must say that this camera makes the action look very life like. I started in 4K UHD and had to dial it back to simple HD, outputting my video in XAVC-S and it still looks great on TV. When I can afford a better (faster) computer to edit with and better editing tools I look forward to producing Hany Cam movie quality video. I realize that this camera can't do all that the more expensive professional cameras are capable of but this camera fulfills the needs of this amateur going on semi-pro videographer. I would highly recommend this camera for those who want to video action in sports or vacation destinations which I will do later. In closing I can only suggest that you "Get one and go create your own video" you'll enjoy it immensely.
LAWRENCE M.
2017-05-05T20:00:00
I did a wedding with it and am very suprised with its IMAGE clarity.
Minister
2017-04-28T05:50:09
I had a Sony HDR ax33 .Now I want to buy AX 100 , AX 100 is the best 4k camcorder , but have a small problem hot shoe is the different with the standard hot shoe , I bought 2 Sony shoe adapter but still do not work . 2 weeks I cannot use with microphone , light , bracket etc . HANH V DO
Hanh D.
2017-02-04T03:25:53
A solid buy with 4K capability ( a great selling point) even though very little professional video is shot in 4K.
Barbara L.
2017-01-29T19:00:00
Just got the camera and on the first use, it is incredibly crisp in color balance and the focus is equal to none in all the Camcorders I have ever used
Kelechi
2016-11-25T04:49:29
The FDR-AX100 is a great camera. However Some of the items bundled with it leave much to be desired. I was very pleased with the tripod it is better then the one I have. However the video LED light came without battery pack or DC input and so is totally useless unless I can find what battery that fits it (info not provided) or purchase a DC converter. The shoulder mount for the camera is back ordered. I believe I will have to leave the USA on my travels without it.
Douglas H.
2016-11-06T12:02:11
The whole ordering, shipping and receiving process was as it gets on-line. Received my new video camera and am in the process of test driving it. So far, not a hitch. Very happy with Adorama, especially the service rep. who sent me quotes and completed the order. Thanks for being such a heads-up business!
BRUCE O.
2016-10-06T20:00:00
When I studied the options, there were newer, less expensive models... But reviews indicated that certain features were lost over time and that the BOSS system might not be useful for my work. The only failure my 20 year old TRV720 had was a mechanical failure so the BOSS system was a concern... This older model had a great rating, minimal moving parts, big Zeiss lens system, excellent low light from a large capture surface, 4K and a remote. Doubly happy that it was available in a store.
OleCharlieBrown
2016-09-26T07:35:29
We are very impressed with this camera and believe it is a great buy! The quality of the video is outstanding. We highly recommend this product!!
donna a.
2015-08-04T20:00:00
Beautyfull pictutre! Professional ? No. When i recording in 4K resolution sony disable the HDMI output. I can not use external monitor. The focus ring in zoom mode, not smooth....
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1" (13.2mm x 8.8mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor
BIONZ X image processor
Approx.20.9M pixels
RGB primary color filters
SDXC Memory Card(Class 10) [XAVC S]; Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2);Memory Stick XC-HG Duo; Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2); SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher)
20.0 megapixels (JPEG)
Movie Mode: 20.0 megapixels 16:9 (5024 x 2824); Photo Mode: 20.0 megapixels 16:9 (5024 x 28242)
Photo Mode: 15.0 megapixels 4:3 (4464 x 3352)
XAVC-S 4K: MPEG4-AVC/H264; AVCHD ver.2.0 compatible:MPEG4-AVC/H.264; MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-S 4K: 3840x2160/30P, 24P; XAVC-S HD: 1920x1080/60P, 30P, 24P;AVCHD:1920x1080/60p(PS),24p(FX,FH),60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP); MP4: 1280x720 30p
Approx.14.2M pixels(16:9)
HDTV, NTSC color, EIA standards
2.1megapixels16:9 (1920x1080)
Yes
MPEG-4 Linear PCM 2ch(48kHz/16bit) [XAVC S 4K only]; Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1Creator [AVCHD only]; Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator [AVCHD only]
Built-in Zoom Microphone; Monaural Speaker
Yes
Yes (31steps)
DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
Yes (On/off)
Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
F2.8-F4.5
12x
160x
62mm
Approx.1cm(Wide),Approx.100cm(Tele)
7 blades
Yes
4K: 18x; HD: 24x
OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
3.5" Xtra Fine LCD display(921K) (16:9) touch screen
Opening Angle: max.90 deg., Turning Angle: max.270 deg.
Yes (Menu)
100%
Grid Line
Contrast AF
Auto / Manual (Touch Panel / Dial)
Full range Focus / Spot Focus
Magnified display for precise manual focus; Peaking Display, Tracking Focus
Multi-segment / Spot
AE Shift (Dial/Touch Panel)
Auto; Flexible Spot (Touch Panel); Manual (Dial / Menu)
Yes
Auto / Onepush / Outdoor / Indoor / WB Temp
F2.8-F11
Yes (Auto)
Auto/Manual
Yes
Zebra Pattern Display
F2.8-F11
Yes(G7-M7 15steps, A7-B7 15steps)
Photo Mode: Single-shot/Self-timer
Lens Cap
Yes (Touch Panel)
Yes
Yes (On/Off)
White / Black
Yes (recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes(recordable time, remaining capacity)
Yes
Slide Show
Highlight Playback (AVDHD Movie Only); Highlight Scenario (Save/Playback/Erase); Highlight BGM (Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer)
Yes (USB Charge Available)
English; Brazilian Portuguese; Canadian French; Spanish
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (Exposure /AE Shift / WB Temp. / WB B-A / WB G-M Set)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes [AVCHD only]
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Portrait / Baby / Walk / Tripod / Backlight / Landscape / Spotlight / Twilight / Macro / Low light / Auto Wind Noise Reduction
Yes
Yes
Auto/OFF
Yes
Dual Capture / Always On / Off
Yes [AVCHD only]
Built-In (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11b/g/n(2.4GHz band)
Yes
SDXC Memory Card(Class 10) [XAVC S]; Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2);Memory Stick XC-HG Duo; Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2); SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher)
Yes
Composite Video Out (AV CABLE (sold separately))
HDMI Out (micro)(supplied)
Type A (built-in) / USB 2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)
Yes
Yes
Stereo Minijack
Stereo Minijack
Yes [AVCHD only]
Yes (Multi Interface Shoe)
Yes
Yes (HDMI micro)
6.8V/7.2V (battery pack); 5.0V (AC Adapter)
InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (V Series)
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The BEST Hanycam Made So Far
By RickBennette
This camcorder is well beyond the needs of most users as it borders on the realm of a pro camera in a small body. Yes, for a home unit, it's large. For a Pro unit, it's small. For video, this thing outperforms any DSLR on the market, including the new 4K DSLRs from the competition, albeit by only a small margin compared to 4K DSLRs. Image quality is tack sharp from corner to corner with absolutely no loss of sharpness and no visible chromatic aberation anywhere in the image. The corners look ...
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First day with the FDR-AX100
By arondene
So far so good, everything is a go, no problem of sd card. I got an ADATA Premier Pro sdxc 64gb (95 read/45 write). And it was recognized without problem.
The Sony FDR-AX100 Full HD Camcorder brings 4K Ultra HD video to the palm of your hand, delivering resolution four times that of Full HD. The 1" Exmor R CMOS sensor is approximately 8x larger than that of typical camcorders, allowing you to capture cinematic images with shallow depth-of-field for defocused backgrounds. The camcorder features a wide-angle Zeiss Vario Sonnar T lens with 12x optical zoom plus 24x Clear Image digital zoom. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode delivers smooth video and 3-Way-Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother results.
The Sony FDR-AX100 is a versatile camcorder that lets you capture 4K Ultra HD 3840x2160 video at 24 and 30 fps. You can also record Full HD 1920x1080 video in XAVC S, AVCHD, or web-optimized MP4, as well as take high-quality 20MP still images. Frame your shots using either the large 3.5" XtraFine LCD touchscreen, or with the high-contrast 0.39" OLED EVF. For connectivity, the camcorder provides a USB 2.0 port, Micro HDMI output and a Composite Video output. Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC support lets you use your smartphone or tablet to control the camera, as well as wirelessly transfer files to your mobile device for sharing and back up data on your computer.