Canon XA65 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder

Key Features

• 4K sensor and DIGIC DV6 image processor for crisp, sharp UHD imagery.
• 20x optical zoom lens (29.3mm to 612mm equivalent) with up to 800x digital zoom.
• Dynamic IS 5-axis image stabilisation for smooth, steady handheld shooting.
• Advanced Hybrid AF system featuring Face Detection and Face Tracking.
• Dual XLR audio terminals on a detachable handle with 4-channel linear PCM.
• UVC live streaming capability directly to Windows or macOS computers.
• On-Screen Display (OSD) "Time Stamp" recording for legal and law enforcement videography.

Benefits

• Achieve cinema-style out-of-focus highlights and beautiful bokeh with the 8-blade iris.
• Easily frame and focus shots using the ultrabright 3.5-inch touch LCD or the built-in OLED electronic viewfinder.
• Streamline your workflow with direct HD live streaming via UVC1 without needing extra capture cards.
• Ensure critical data is preserved with embedded timecode and date stamps directly on your video frames.

Specifications

* Sensor: 4K UHD Sensor

* Processor: DIGIC DV6 Image Processor

* Lens: 20x Optical Zoom (29.3mm - 612mm 35mm equivalent)

* Digital Zoom: Up to 800x magnification

* Image Stabilisation: Dynamic IS 5-axis

* Focus System: Hybrid AF, Face Detection, Face Tracking, Manual Focus Ring

* Display: 3.5-inch Ultrabright Touch LCD

* Viewfinder: Built-in OLED EVF

* Audio: 2x XLR terminals, 4-channel linear PCM

* Recording Formats: XF-AVC (up to 4K UHD 160 Mb/s at 30P), MP4 (up to 4K 150 Mb/s at 30/24p)

* Iris: 8-blade

FAQs

1. Does the Canon XA65 support live streaming?

Yes, the XA65 supports UVC live streaming of HD video directly to a Windows or macOS computer. Please note that audio output through USB is not supported.

2. What audio inputs are available on this camcorder?

The camera features professional audio controls, including two XLR terminals on a detachable handle, and supports 4-channel linear PCM recording.

3. Can I record video with a time and date stamp?

Absolutely. The On-Screen Display (OSD) recording feature embeds the date, time, timecode, and other data directly into the original camera files, which is ideal for legal and law enforcement videographers.

4. What recording formats does the Canon XA65 offer?

You can choose between XF-AVC and MP4 formats. It records XF-AVC 4K UHD at 160 Mb/s (30P) and MP4 4K at 150 Mb/s (30/24p), alongside various Full HD options to suit your workflow.

5. How does the autofocus perform for moving subjects?

The XA65 utilises an advanced Hybrid AF system with adjustable focusing speeds. It features Face Detection AF and Face Tracking to keep your subjects sharply in focus, even in dynamic shooting environments.

How to Use

• Attach the detachable handle to access the dual XLR terminals for professional audio recording and improved low-angle handling.
• Use the ultrabright 3.5-inch LCD touchscreen to easily set your focus point via touch AF.
• For live streaming, connect the camcorder to your computer via USB (UVC1) to broadcast HD video directly to your preferred platform.
• Enable OSD recording in the menu when you need to embed timecode and date stamps into your footage for legal or archival purposes.