The lens optics include an integrated 20x 4K/HD optical zoom and an eight-bladed circular iris for more natural highlights. The camera’s pro-style features include Hybrid, Normal, Face Only, manual focus, Instant, and Canon’s Medium autofocus; fast- and slow-motion recording, full manual control, optical and electronic image stabilization, a 3.5″ touchscreen LCD, user-assignable buttons, infrared mode, and a DIG!C DV 6 image processor with high sensitivity and low noise.
The camera records UHD 4K30 and Full HD 1080p60 captured to dual SD card slots, and it 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. The camera can output up to 1920 x 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 video at 59.94 fps via its mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI outputs. On the audio side, the XA65 features up to four channels of LPCM audio in 720p mode 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.
Features
- 1/2.3″ CMOS Sensor, DIG!C DV 6 Processor
- Up to UHD 4K30 Video Recording
- Mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI Outputs
- Integrated 20x Optical Zoom Lens
- USB-C Output with UVC Support
- Infrared, Optical Image Stabilization
- 3.5″ Touchscreen LCD, Tiltable OLED EVF
- Record 4K in XF-AVC and MP4 Formats
- Dual SD Relay and Simultaneous Recording
- Dual XLR and Mic/Line Audio Input
Specifications
Imaging | |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 21 Megapixel |
Image Sensor | 1/2.3″-Type CMOS |
Image Stabilization | Optical in Integrated Lens Digital |
Built-In ND Filter |
Mechanical Filter Wheel with 1-Stop (1/2), 2-Stop (1/4), 3-Stop (1/8) ND Filters
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Capture Type | Video Only |
Exposure Control | |
Shutter Type | Electronic Global Shutter |
Shutter Type | Electronic Global Shutter |
Shutter Speed | 1/2000 to 1 Second |
Gain | 0 to 24 dB (Native) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 3 dB |
Minimum Illumination | 5 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed 0.3 Lux at 1/2 Shutter Speed |
White Balance | 2000 to 15,000K |
Lens | |
Focal Length | 3.6 to 73.4mm (35mm Equivalent: 29.3 to 627mm) |
Optical Zoom Ratio | 20x |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 to 2.8 |
Optical Design | 12 Elements in 10 Groups |
Minimum Focus Distance | Wide: 0.4″ / 1.0 cm Entire Zoom Range: 23.6″ / 60.0 cm |
Filter Size | 58 mm |
Control Rings | Focus Zoom |
Focus Control | Autofocus Manual Focus |
Video Capture | |
Internal Recording Modes |
H.264/MP4/XF-AVC 4:2:2 8/10-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/29.97 fps [150 Mb/s]1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24.00/29.97/59.94 fps [17 to 35 Mb/s]1280 x 720 at 59.94 fps [8 Mb/s] |
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | Yes |
Broadcast Output | NTSC |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Audio Recording | MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit AAC Audio MP4: 4-Channel 16-Bit LPCM Audio |
IP Streaming | No |
Interface | |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Video I/O | 1 x Mini-HDMI 2.0 Output 1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output |
Audio I/O | 2 x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line (+48 V Phantom Power) Input 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Input 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input |
Other I/O | 1 x USB-C |
Wireless | No |
Mobile App Compatible |
No
*As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | No |
Monitor | |
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Display Size | 3.5″ |
Resolution | 2,760,000 Dot |
Viewfinder | |
Type | Built-In Electronic (LCD) |
Size | 0.36″ |
Resolution | 1,770,000 Dot |
Focus | |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Automatic, Manual Focus |
Environmental | |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C (Recommended) |
Storage Temperature | 23 to 113°F / -5 to 45°C |
Operating Humidity | 85% |
Storage Humidity | 60% |
General | |
Battery Type | Canon BP-8 Series |
Power Consumption | ≤4.8 W |
Shoe Mount | 1 x Cold Shoe on Included Handle |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1/4″-20 Female |
Accessory Mounting Thread | No |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 7.2 x 4.3 x 3.3″ / 18.3 x 10.9 x 8.4 cm (Without Protrusions) |
Weight | 1.7 lb / 750 g (Body Only) 2.5 lb / 1140 g (With Battery, Handle, Recording Media) |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 4.815 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 11.7 x 10.9 x 8.6″ |