The Canon XA25 camera is a highly compact professional video camera, specifically designed for beginner professionals and content creators who need high-quality broadcast quality with advanced connectivity options (such as an HD-SDI output). Here are the complete basic specifications of the camera:
📸 Sensor and Processor
Sensor: 1/2.84-inch HD CMOS Pro sensor with 2.91 effective megapixels.
Image Processor: Advanced Canon DIGIC DV 4 processor for accurate color and shadow processing.
Low Light Performance: Excellent sensitivity up to 1.2 lux minimum illumination.
🔍 Lens and Zoom
Optical Zoom: Professional 20x optical zoom lens (and up to 400x digital zoom).
Focal Length: Starts from a wide angle of 26.8mm and goes up to 576mm (35mm equivalent).
Aperture: 8-blade circular aperture, with a maximum aperture ranging from f/1.8 to f/2.8 for excellent background blur.
Image Stabilization: Advanced 5-axis optical image stabilization system (Dynamic IS) to prevent shot shake during movement.
🎥 Video Recording and Storage
Video Quality: Full HD 1080p high-definition recording.
Recording Formats and Rates: Supports dual recording in the following formats:
MP4: Up to 35 Mbps (at 50p/60p).
AVCHD: Up to 28 Mbps.
Storage Media: Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slots, allowing for simultaneous or relay recording to ensure backup.
🖥 Screen and Viewfinder
Main Screen: 3.5-inch (8.77 cm) OLED touchscreen display with a resolution of 1.23 million dots.
Viewfinder (EVF): 0.24-inch electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 1.56 million dots, tiltable at a 45-degree angle.
🎙 Audio and Connectivity (Professional Features)
Video Outputs: Professional HD-SDI output (the main difference from the XA20 model), in addition to an HDMI output.
Audio Input: Detachable top handle with two professional XLR inputs supporting phantom power (48V) and high-quality Linear PCM audio recording.
Wireless Connectivity: Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi for FTP file transfer and remote control.
Weight and Dimensions
Dimensions: Approximately 109 × 84 × 182 mm (body only).
Weight: Approximately 770 grams for the main body.