Used Sony FDR-AX33 4K Ultra HD Handycam Camcorder, f/1.8-f/3.4 Maximum Aperture, 10x Optical Zoom, Black

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2024-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Handycam

I purchased this handycam 4 years ago and during this time had no issue with its quality.

Alex2468

2021-10-26T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Not worth it

The product has issues with the focus, and its not easy to fix.

Slick12

2021-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Don't pay £600+ for this product

Simply not worth the £600+ I paid for this camcorder

Idiot 1.

2021-05-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Affordable 4k Video Camera

I have used this camera for just over a week now and very happy with the 4K video quality. The one minor improvement would be an image window that could be more easily seen in bright daylight.

Pete R.

2021-04-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera

This is my sixth Sony camcorder. Each time I upgrade to better than the last

Big D.

2021-04-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The Best!!!

So happy with the product and the crystal output of the recordings

Josephzarb35

2020-12-23T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Poor Warrantee

I have used Sony video gear in the past and really liked it. but 3 months after my warrantee ran out the shutter quit closing when I close the display. An online basic repair was for over $350, more than half the cost of a new camera. I think this might be a ploy to sell more video equipment.

ABDC

2020-12-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Value for money

Bought this recently despite the fact that the A43 is out. Good to have this for travel. Functions and features are good for this price (promotion). Recommend to use this for travel and gift for your children.

Vince K.

2020-11-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

great cam corder

I use mine to do presentations on channel 4. The camcorder does everything I want and so much more. Great camera that is a handful. Only thing missing is a coffee pot recepticial (Grin)

ussvdharma

2020-11-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

4K CAMERA AX33 4K Handycam. BUILT TO LAST!

I bought this camera while visiting my brother Teofanes G in Virginia USA, back in 2015. I have been travelling back and forth between South America and north America, this camera is wonderful, it was one of the first 4k cameras in the world and was the best camera of 2015 at the electronic show in California, USA. Today it is working impeccably well, amazing videos and still images. Like everything else built by sony reliable and solid. I do not to replace it anytime soon. I am very happy with this purchase. I dont remember how much I paid then, but it was the fair price, I am sure.

RoMGut

2020-10-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

NO JIGGLE ON VIDEO, SUPERIOR VIDEO QUALITY

USED CAMERA FOR SKIING WHILE MOVING, WHILE SAILING, BACKPACKING AND TRAVELLING THROUGH EUROPE. TERRIFIC QUALITY. AS NORMAL IT'S HEAVIER THAN MY GOPRO BUT MORE VERSITAL FOR VIDEO.

BWANA M.

2020-07-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great

I bought this used a week ago and am still learning the many features. Setting up wifi is not very difficult. The touchscreen seemed balky at first but it takes a different touch than any smart phone. The battery stays charged long enough so I'm looking forward to recording band rehearsals and concerts. Many features to explore with this.

mcboutie

2020-06-28T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good design and seems easy to use so far.

Didn’t realise that there was internal memory built-in

Dirkk66

2020-06-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great features for a great Price

I use this product for almost all the occasions. So far all I can suggest is that the features are great. Especially the in built 5.1sound recording system

Vamsi78

2020-06-03T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent workstation

having had my old sony camcorder for nearly 20 years and yes its still working.it was time for a new one.having done a music test and wow was i impressed,the sound was sharp clear from trebble to bass,the picture quality is excellent even in low light.i would highly recommend it.not being a brand snob just have always had sony camcorders,from the hi8 tape version to hard drive and now 4k

SSBNCVN

2020-05-26T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

good camera for family records

great colours, like real, good features, negativity is comes in after sunset, image become sandy and no flash for pictures either. apart from that great cam

Vince2323

2020-04-23T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Don't buy this camera to live stream

Purchased it to live stream. Don't do it. although the online documentation indicates it can lives stream to streaming services - it can only stream to ustreem a platform that no one uses... Not as helpful as you would imagine.

gem m.

2020-04-08T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Solid pro-amateur camcorder

The AX33 is a huge step-up from my old Sony camcorder, and as an avid home-video hobbyist I always knew I wanted more out of the picture quality. As many reviews state, the AX33 really does deliver on this, and even though I've not tested it in many situations yet, I can clearly see the improved colour saturation and sharpness. It's easy to start with the basics of the camcorder, but there are certainly a lot of extra features that I didn't have before, like focus peaking and zebra lines. I would of preferred a more in-depth manual or tutorials on-line from Sony, as knowing this is probably aimed at the amateur wishing to take their work further - like many others I have not had years in the field learning what all the features mean and techniques. I have been researching online videos from other users to learn a lot of these,and I would recommend anyone else who is not familiar to do the same. You will want to learn these features for sure. The obvious benefit of the AX33 is the Balanced Optical Steady Shot feature, which physically helps stabilise your footage (with digital assist if needed), which makes a huge difference when on the move. The best way I can describe it, is that the lens 'floats' inside the unit, allowing for multiple-axis movement. I've always had to rely on digital stabilisation in the editing software when shooting days out with the family which drastically reduced the output quality (which wasn't great to start). This was one of the main factors that I wanted this camcorder and it really paid off. The 10x optical zoom is a little on the short side, but since the image quality is so good you can add some digital zoom in there no problem, and it's enough for most applications. The only issue with the moving lens is that I worry when I'm carrying the camcorder I can hear it knocking around the inside of the unit. Not sure if Sony built it to accept that, but I hope so. Other features that are on here but seldom mentioned is the ability to stream live footage with the right PC software, connect via Wi-fi to your smartphone or computer, and link up multiple cameras from the Sony range to give multiple angles (to name a few). The only other issue I have is that the front protective lens cover seems thin and flimsy, and opens when the camcorder turns on. I would recommend buying a UV filter or similar (at 52mm) to protect not only the lens, but also the internal unit, as the balanced optical steady shot does mean there is a gap around the lens. You'll need an SD card that writes as close to 100mb/s or more if you are wanting to film 4K. On a more technical note, you can manually adjust most features on this camcorder, but when it comes to the exposure, the iris and the shutter speed - you can only adjust one at a time, which makes it very hard when you're setting up for specific shots that require precision in the lighting (potentially special effects or using for stop-motion etc.) which is a shame for a camera that does so much for stepping into the more semi-pro market. A minor thing that most people will not notice, but something I've learnt post-purchase. Overall I know that I'll be using the AX33 for some time to come, with it's breadth of features and high-quality imaging, it's going to be used for a wide-variety of projects around the home. A good price, for people looking for that step-up their video projects.

JonnyC

2020-03-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camcorder

We wanted a good quality camcorder to take on a special holiday. Picture quality is great. Easy to use. Zoom is smooth. I like the night mode. Not explored the other functions yet. Really pleased with the camcorder. I am hoping it will last for years to come

Deew

2020-03-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best 4K camcorder you can buy.

I use this for my YouTube channel for 4k quality. This has great features too.

Charles B.

2020-01-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great features!

I bought this camera in November and it has been superb. I love it. The features are great. I've used it to capture weddings, photo sessions, church services and even basketball games. So glad I purchased it!

Rocknrib5645

2020-01-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

Happy with purchase, using this to record soccer games.

Mr K.

2020-01-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great 4K Handycam

I bought this on Cyber Monday at an excellent price

Camcorderman

2020-01-10T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Camera Good, Software is horrible

The camera is good and works well. No issues. It does not blow me away but works as expected. The wifi feature is a joke though. Very misleading but I researched and knew this before the purchase. The big problem is the software. PlayMemories is a complete mess. My MAC freezes and the new updates don't support it. My PC operating software also has issues.

RonaldHuther

2020-01-06T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Good Quality Camcorder, but bulky

Received as a gift. Not really sure why this product exists given we all have 4K video recording in our phones these days. In comparison, its very big and bulky. The addition of image stabilisation and ability to record for longer and optical zoom are the only features I can see that are better than a phone video, but not sure how many times I need that in a video I would shoot, remain to be convinced of its place in my life. Other than that it seems a quality piece of kit.

anjocoy

2020-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great.

I bought last year and I am satisfied to had this item.

Lalo49

2019-12-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Meets Expectations

Purchased mostly for taking out in the field for videos. The 10X optical zoom was a concern since past camcorders had more magnification, so far it has not been an issue but I think it will be a draw back at times in the future. Sill photos are better than expected, especially indoors under poor lighting. Video quality is excellent for hosting on computer and websites, I have not burned any to disk to play on TV yet, but the quality on small screen makes me think it will be fine when saved in higher resolution. I'm not a fan of Play Memories yet, maybe I will figure it out and it will be fine, but I just purchased another video editor that will handle the 4K to try instead. Not a reflection on the camera itself, just the software.

Kdantanner

2019-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

my first 4k camera

I bought this camera as an upgrade to my old Sony Hi-8 cassette cameras. While I still have some use for the older camcorders, I wanted something that had a better quality picture and I'm very happy about my purchase.

Ghostman

2019-12-19T10:34:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little camera with high quality

I had this camera for several years and I love it.

ROCHELLE L.

2019-12-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Suberb cam recorder

This cam recorder made excellent videos in full HD, the sharp and brightness are so spectacular and vivid, I use for my you tube channel and works smooth and easy to operate.

Rubean

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Sony FDR-AX33 Specifications

Camera
  • Sensor

    1-Chip 1/2.3" CMOS

  • Backside Illumination

    Yes

  • Color Filter

    RGB

  • Sensor Resolution

    18.9 MP

  • Effective Pixels

    8.29 MP (Video / Image Stabilizer Off)
    10.3 MP (16:9 Photo)
    7.74 MP (4:3 Photo)

  • Focal Length

    3.8 to 38mm

  • 35mm-Equivalent Focal Length

    29.8 to 298mm movie
    26.8 to 268mm still

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/1.8 - f/3.4

  • Minimum Focusing Distance

    0.4" (1cm)

  • Zoom

    Optical: 10x
    Intelligent: 15x 4K
    Intelligent: 20x (in HD)
    Digital: 120x

  • Filter Size

    52mm

Recording

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  • System

    NTSC

  • Recording Media

    x Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo (Mark 2), Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC

  • Video Format

    3840 x 2160p at 24/30 fps (100 Mb/s XAVC S)
    3840 x 2160p at 24/30 fps (60 Mb/s XAVC S)
    1920 x 1080p at 24/30/60 fps (50 Mb/s XAVC S)
    1920 x 1080p at 60 fps (28 Mb/s AVCHD)
    1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (24 Mb/s AVCHD)
    1920 x 1080p at 24 fps (17 Mb/s AVCHD)
    1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (24 Mb/s AVCHD)
    1920 x 1080i at 60 fps (17 Mb/s AVCHD)
    1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (9 Mb/s AVCHD)

  • Video Format (Contd.)

    1440 x 1080i at 60 fps (5 Mb/s AVCHD)
    1280 x 720p at 30 fps (3 Mb/s MP4)

  • Still Image Resolution

    JPEG: 20.6 Megapixel, 6048 x 3400 (16:9)
    JPEG: 10.3 Megapixel, 4288 x 2408 (16:9)
    JPEG: 8.3 Megapixel, 3840 x 2160 (16:9)
    JPEG: 7.7 Megapixel, 3216 x 2408 (4:3)
    JPEG: 2.1 Megapixel, 1920 x 1080 (16:9)

  • Channels

    5.1-Channel

  • Audio Format

    Dolby Digital 2ch
    Dolby Digital 5.1
    LPCM

Display

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  • Display Type

    LCD

  • Touchscreen

    Yes

  • Screen Size

    3" (7.6cm)

  • Screen Resolution

    921,600 Dots

  • Aspect Ratio

    16:9

  • Rotation

    Opening Angle: 90 Degree
    Turning Angle: 270 Degree

  • Screen Size

    0.24" (6mm)

  • EVF Resolution

    1,555,200 Dots

Exposure Control

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  • Shutter Speed

    1/8 - 1/10000 Second

  • Exposure Metering

    Multi, Spot

  • Exposure Modes

    Modes: Auto, Manual

  • Shooting Modes

    Auto
    Beach
    Fireworks
    Landscape

    Night Scene
    Portrait
    Snow
    Spotlight
    Sunset

  • Self-Timer

    10 Sec

Features

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  • Image Stabilization

    Optical

  • Scene Modes

    Preset: Yes

  • Lux

    9 (4K: Standard; 1/60 shutter speed)
    6 (HD: Standard; 1/60 shutter speed)
    5 (4K: Low Light; 1/30 shutter speed)
    3 (HD: Standard; 1/30 shutter speed)
    0 (Nightshot; 1/60 shutter speed)

  • White Balance Modes

    Auto
    Indoor 1
    Onepush
    Outdoors

  • Built-In Mic

    Yes

  • Built-In Speaker

    Yes

  • Built-In Light/Flash

    Light - No
    Flash - No

  • Wi-Fi

    Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

  • Accessory Shoe

    Multi Interface Shoe

Input/Output Connectors

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  • Inputs

    1 x Microphone In

  • Outputs

    1 x Micro-HDMI (Type D)
    1 x Multi-Terminal
    1 x Headphone Out
    1 x USB 2.0

  • Microphone Input

    Yes

  • Headphone Jack

    Yes

General

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  • Supported Languages

    Brazilian Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

  • Battery

    Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 6.8 VDC, 1960 mAh
    Max Runtime: 3.4 Hours per Charge

  • Charging Method

    AC Adapter
    USB

  • Power Adapter

    100 - 240 VDC, 50 / 60Hz

  • Operating Temperature

    32 to 104 Degree F (0 to 40 Degree C)

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    2.8 x 3.1 x 6.1" (7.1 x 7.9 x 15.5cm) (with NP-FV50 battery)

  • Weight

    1.32 lbs (600g) (body only)
    1.44 lbs (655g) (with NP-FV50 battery)

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About Sony FDR-AX33 4K Ultra HD Handycam Camcorder - Black SKU#1950635

FEATURED REVIEWS

Best 4K camcorder on the market today.

By LeeHdz

I use this camera as a Private Investigator and find the camera fits all of my needs. I'll list info that I find useful that isn't in the specs. Start up time is important to me and it starts in 1 second when the screen is opened or the eye piece is pulled. When you close the screen and re-open the screen minutes to hours later it will recall the zoom and focus setting from last use. The night shot is very good and clear and there's an option to turn on and off the IR sensor so you don't get ...

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Best of both worlds

By Bian

I still like still photography. But shootings sports I liked an occasional video and I certainly like taking multiple shots to be able to pick the best moment. My still camera did multishots only with poor quality. So I started to look for still cameras with 4k to be able to do movies and extract from them over 20 shots per second each 8 megapixels. I found several cameras but one was expensive the other was bulky and another had too small zoom range. And then I heard about FDR AX33. It seeme...

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Bring memories to greater life with the 4K camcorder. Recording in 4K Ultra HD for 4x more detail than Full HD. Minimizing shaky handling effect with Balanced Optical SteadyShot. Realizing stunning results from every perspective with a 29.8 mm ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T lens. Offering intuitive control of key shooting parameters with a manual ring. All contained in a compact body.

4K image quality
Shoot 4K footage that contains about four times more detail than Full HD (3840 x 2160 pixels vs. 1920 x 1080) footage, and capture more of the incredible qualities that bring images to vibrant life.

Extra-light, extra-compact body
The FDR-AX33 is over 30% smaller and over 20% lighter than current model the FDR-AX100, making it the most mobile 4K camcorder on the market.

Balanced Optical SteadyShot
Our advanced image stabilization enables blur-free footage, even when the recording circumstances are shaky or bumpy.

Trimming Playback
You can select a specific portion of the picture and play it back in Full HD, thanks to 4K high resolution. Also, you can change trimming size30 with the zoom lever or on-screen display icon.

Super-sampled Full HD playback
Enhance your viewing experience even without a 4K television. Using super-sampling, the FDR-AX33 automatically down-converts 4K footage to exceptionally detailed Full HD.

Advanced shooting features
Enjoy total customization with ergonomic manual controls. Use the intuitive multi-purpose manual ring to adjust zoom, focus, exposure, IRIS, shutter speed, AE shift, or white balance shift mode after using the manual button to select the mode. The electronic viewfinder offers accurate image preview.

Multi Camera Control
More shots mean more editing opportunities. Easily record footage from a variety of angles, whether using cameras mounted directly to the FDR-AX33 or triggered wirelessly. Multi Camera Control makes it easy to sync shooting settings on all devices.

Live-streaming via Ustream (currently IBM Cloud Video)
From performances to sports events, some things are best seen in real time. Share scenes as they happen with high-quality picture and sound.

Highlight Movie Maker
A versatile function to streamline movie editing, Highlight Movie Maker offers several time-saving features. Add highlight points to key moments while recording, and let the camcorder automatically sync your transitions to your chosen soundtrack.

BIONZ X image processor
The advanced BIONZ X image processing engine helps achieve more naturally vivid and lifelike image quality as well as faster processing capabilities.

Exmor R CMOS sensor
This cutting-edge sensor enhances image clarity, reduces noise in dark environments, and enables soft background defocusing.

Wide-angle ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T lens
This 29.8 mm wide-angle ZEISS lens providing 10x optical zoom is not only ideal for capturing grand landscapes, among a range of other scenes - it is fine-tuned specifically for 4K.

20.6 MP still image capture
Sometimes you don't need-or want-video. Put your video camera in still image mode and capture amazing high-quality single images as easily as you do with a still camera.

Exceptional image quality
By employing XAVC S format, which was developed from the XAVC format for professional use, 4K Ultra HD and high-bitrate recording of incredible quality are realized. Yet, XAVC S data is compressed so that it is more manageable for general consumers.

Dual Video Recording
Record two movies at the same time - one in the maximum-quality XAVC S or AVCHD format and another in MP4 format. That way you've got a small file ready for instant sharing, plus a professional-grade file for further editing.

Motion Shot Video
This convenient feature allows playback of a dramatic sequence of superimposed images to trace every split second of action, a powerful tool for analyzing sports motion on screen. During playback, you can adjust the interval between images, or pause to capture still images to share with friends.

Face Detection and Smile Shutter
Use Face Detection to optimize focus, exposure and color for people who are the most important subject of a shot. You can prioritize a subject's face by touching it on the LCD. And with Smile Shutter, the FDR-AX33 can also automatically capture still shots of great (but fleeting) smiles, even while recording movies.

5.1 ch microphone
Record clear sound that accurately captures the atmosphere of the scene, and enjoy surround sound playback on your home theater system. Level meters on the LCD panel provide visual monitoring of each channel's levels.

Lock-on AF
Enhances the tracking of moving subjects by using the optimal AF point at all times, and adjusting the target frame size to match your subject's characteristics. Thanks to advances in phase-detection AF, it's now more accurate than ever - so lock on and shoot fast-moving targets with precision.

Auto Wind Noise Reduction
Using an advanced sound-analysis algorithm, this feature eliminates wind noise - the biggest culprit of bad outdoor audio.

Golf Shot
Analyze your swing with no need for fancy equipment. Golf Shot mode lets you capture video and stills of each step of your swing.

My Voice Canceling
Reduce the intensity of behind-camera sounds, whether you are talking to or cheering on your subject as you shoot.

Xtra Fine LCD with WhiteMagic
The high-precision Xtra Fine LCD features a WhiteMagic display that uses white pixels in addition to RGB pixels to boost screen brightness, allowing users to see subtle details and tones on the screen in all types of shooting environments, including outdoors in bright sunlight.

New software is now available.
Power up your camera to further enhance shooting ease.

Built-in USB cable
The built-in USB cable stowed in the hand strap is very convenient for extra-quick charging and connection to a PC, so there is no need to pack a bulky extra USB cable or AC adapter. For charging without a PC, use a compact AC-USB adapter (optional).

Sony FDR-AX33 4K Ultra HD Handycam Camcorder - Black SKU#1950635 Features

  • 4K Image Quality
  • Extra-light, extra-compact body
  • Advanced shooting features
  • Balanced Optical SteadyShot
  • Trimming Playback
  • Super-sampled Full HD Playback
  • Live-streaming via Upstream
  • Multi Camare Control
  • Hihglight Movie Maker
  • Exmor R CMOS sensor
  • Wide-angle ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T Lens
  • BIONZ X image Processor
  • 20.6 MP Still image capture
  • Exceptional image quality
  • Motion Shot Video
  • Super night shooting
  • Face Detection and Smile Shutter
  • Dual Video Recording
  • 5.1 ch microphone
  • Lock-on AF
  • Mu Voice Canceling
  • Auto Wind Noise Reduction
  • Golf Shot
  • Xtra Fine LCD with WhiteMagic
  • Built-in cable

What's in the box:

  • FDR-AX33 4K Ultra HD Handycam Camcorder with Exmor R CMOS Sensor
  • NP-FV70 Rechargeable Camcorder Battery Pack (1960mAh & 6.8V)
  • AC-L200 AC Adapter
  • Power Cord
  • USB Connection Support Cable
  • Item Note: Missing HDMI (micro) Cable