The Canon XA65 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder is a compact,
lightweight camera that features many similarities to its XA45
predecessor, including UHD 4K capture, a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor, two XLR
audio inputs, and one each mini-HDMI and BNC 3G-SDI output, making it
suitable for the ENG category for documentary or journalism-style
productions. This streamlined model features a larger 3.5mm LCD
capacitive touchscreen display, a higher resolution tiltable 0.36" OLED
EVF, XF-AVC and MP4 recording formats, OSD metadata recording, and fast
USB Type-C video-only output with UVC support for livestreaming to a
computer.
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.
A
4K sensor and DIGIC DV6 image processor deliver crisp, sharp UHD
images, and an 8-blade iris achieves cinema-style out-of-focus
highlights. Frame your shot with the ultrabright 3.5" LCD or use the
built-in OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF).
OSD
recording embeds date, time, timecode, and other data into your
original camera files, effectively "time stamping" the information into
each frame of video, a requirement for legal and law enforcement
videographers.
Stream HD video directly from the camera via UVC1 to a Windows or macOS computer. Audio output through USB is not supported.
Two XLR terminals on a detachable handle plus 4-channel linear PCM bring a suite of pro audio options.
The
Canon lens covers a 29.3mm wide angle (35mm equivalent) with a powerful
612mm reach. Digital zoom boosts the 20x optical zoom to 800x
magnification. To minimize camera shake, the camera provides Canon's
Dynamic IS 5-axis image stabilization.
The
X65 features adjustable focusing speeds, and an advanced Hybrid AF
system provides fast and precise focusing. Use the ultrabright
high-resolution 3.5" LCD to set focus by touching the AF point on the
screen. Face Detection AF and Face Tracking are available, while manual
focus is set via the focus/zoom ring.
Choose
from XF-AVC or MP4 recording formats. Record XF-AVC 4K UHD 160 Mb/s at
30P and Full HD 45 Mb/s at 60p/60i and 30/24p. For smaller files, record
MP4 in 4K 150 Mb/s at 30/24p and Full HD 35 Mb/s or 17 Mb/s at
60/30/24p.
Output
options include simultaneous backup and relay recording via dual SD
cards and Infrared mode. Record Slow Motion in Full 5x HD or Fast Motion
in 4K/Full HD up to 1200x. Color match with other Canon cameras using
the custom picture menu.
| Product Specification |
| Specifications |
| Imaging |
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| Sensor Type |
1/2.3"-Type CMOS Sensor |
| Image Stabilization |
Optical in Integrated Lens
Digital |
| Capture Type |
Video Only |
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| Exposure Control |
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| 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 |
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| Lens |
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| Focal Length |
3.6 to 73.4mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 29.3 to 627mm) |
| Optical Zoom Ratio |
20x |
| Maximum Aperture |
f/1.8 to 2.8 |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
Wide: 1.0 cm
Entire Zoom Range: 60.0 cm |
| Filter Size |
None |
| Focus Control |
Autofocus
Manual Focus |
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| Internal Video Capture |
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| Recording Modes |
H.264/MP4/XF-AVC
3840 x 2160 at 23.98p/24.00p/29.97p [150 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080 at 23.98p/24.00p/29.97p/59.94p [17 to 35 Mb/s]
1280 x 720 at 59.94p [8 Mb/s] |
| Broadcast Output |
PAL |
| Built-In Microphone Type |
Stereo |
| Audio Recording |
MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit AAC Audio
MP4: 4-Channel 16-Bit LPCM Audio |
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| External Video Capture |
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| IP Streaming |
None |
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| Interface |
|
| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Video I/O |
1 x Mini-HDMI (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 Type-C Input |
| Other I/O |
1 x USB Type-C |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) |
None |
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| Monitor |
|
| Size |
3.5" |
| Resolution |
2,760,000 Dot |
| Display Type |
Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
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| Viewfinder |
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| Type |
Built-In Electronic (LCD) |
| Size |
0.36" |
| Resolution |
1,770,000 Dot |
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| Focus |
|
| Focus Type |
Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode |
Automatic, Manual Focus |
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| Environmental |
|
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 40°C (Recommended) |
| Storage Temperature |
-5 to 45°C |
| Operating Humidity |
85% |
| Storage Humidity |
60% |
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| General |
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| Battery Type |
Canon BP-8 Series |
| Tripod Mounting Thread |
1/4"-20 Female |
| Accessory Mount |
1 x Cold Shoe Mount on Included Handle |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
18.3 x 10.9 x 8.4 cm (Without Protrusions) |
| Weight |
750 g (Body Only)
1140 g (With Battery, Handle, Recording Media) |
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