Canon XA45/XA40

Ultra-compact, professional palm-sized 4K XA-series camcorder with a 20x optical zoom lens and 3G-SDI (XA45 only)

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Compact and efficient – XA 4K camcorder with UHD resolution and high magnification

The XA45/XA40 features a 1/2.3 - type CMOS Sensor along with DIGIC DV6 image processor. With Over Sampling HD processing this results in improved Full HD image quality. The XA45/XA40 features a lens with 20x optical zoom with 29.3mm wide angle.

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4K / 25P

MP4 up to 150 Mbps

20x Zoom

29.3 – 601mm WIDE ANGLE

Optical IS

5-AXIS Stabilisation

Superior HD

Over Sampling HD

Infrared

In white or Green mode

3.0-inch

TOUCH SCREEN CONTROL

2x XLR

Linear PCM Audio

Dual SD

Card slots

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Ultra-compact professional 4K UHD camcorder

The combination of a 4K 1/2.3" type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV6 image processor delivers high quality 4K UHD images, and superior Full HD images thanks to Over Sampling HD processing. Recording options include XF-AVC 160Mbps / MP4 150Mbps at UHD 25P, XF-AVC 45Mbps at FHD 25P/50i/50P and MP4 17-35Mbps at FHD 25P/50P.

4K 20x optical zoom lens with wide angle

Capture the images you need with 20x Optical zoom with wide angle starting from 29.3mm. Consistency of imaging is ensured by a powerful 5-axis image stabilisation, whilst 3D realtime lens group structure support wide-angle zoom operation.

Infrared recording capability

The XA45/XA40 includes an Infrared Mode, allowing users to capture video in conditions with little to no ambient light. There is the option of recording in white or green mode.

Slow and Fast Motion recording

Work the way your project demands with continuous recording available in Slow and Fast motion modes in both UHD and Full HD, with a maximum speed of 1200x.

Lightweight and compact with professional features

The XA45/XA40 weighs less than 1.2kg with a 3.0-inch LCD touch screen provides intuitive control. The highly portable camcorder also support linear PCM 4-channel audio, with built-in stereo mic and two XLR terminals. Other features include 3G-SDI (XA45 only) Additionally, two SD memory card slots are provided for simultaneous or relay recording.

Specifications

4K UHD / 25P

MP4 up to 150Mbps
XF-AVC up to 160Mbps

29.3 – 601mm

Wide-angle 4K zoom

High quality Full HD

Uses the 4K UHD sensor to deliver superior Full HD images

5-Axis IS

Advanced optical and dynamic image stabilisation

Infrared mode

Capture high-quality video in conditions with little to no ambient light

3.0-inch touch screen

Easy focus point and camera control

Linear PCM

2 x XLR terminals plus built-in mic

Dual card slots

SD card simultaneous or relay recording

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What's in the box

XA45/XA40 Camcorder

HDU-1 Handle Unit

CA-570 Compact Power Adapter

BP-820 Battery Pack

Lens Hood with Lens Barrier

Mic Holder

Accessories

Battery Pack BP-828

An intelligent high capacity (2670mAh) lithium-ion battery, recommended for longer shoots.

Battery Pack BP-820

An intelligent standard capacity (1780mAh) lithium-ion battery.

Battery Charger CG-800

The CG-800 is an accessory for charging your batteries without your camcorder.

Tele-converter TL-H58

This tele-converter extends the cameras optical capability by 1.5x to bring distant subjects even closer.

Wide Attachment WA-H58

This wide attachment extends the cameras optical capability by 0.75x enabling better capture of very wide scenes or shooting in confined spaces.

Remote Controller RC-V100

Wired remote control of your camera enables control over virtually all camera functions.

GPS receiver GP-E2

The GP-E2 unit offers GPS tagging and logging abilities help you to locate exactly where your images were taken.