Great video! Have had the AX53 for several months and have enjoyed shooting my son’s fast-moving Little League games. Stumbled upon this video tonight and am a newly minted subscriber. Too late tonight, but look forward to watching your basketball tips tomorrow! Kudos from west Texas.
Thank you for this. I just dropped my camera on the floor TWICE today and it is making a terrible noise. Now I will take this as an excuse for an upgrade... I am getting the AX43 right now!
The EVF is the most important thing on a video camera for me! if you'r into sports or filming fast jets. I'm waiting for a AX53 replacement which does 50/60p in 4k with that incredible Image stabilization.
that would be cool. Also, now that Sony has made an EVF with the optical quality of the a7SIII, I'm hoping some of the better resolution finders will sneak into the AX series cameras sooner than later!
First off, great review. Second, you hit some key points while other review videos tells us stuff we already know and is obvious. Third, you are well versed in the Alpha line. Great video 👍
I've had the AX53 for 3+ years now, and even with a few of the areas where Sony has crippled it to remove full manual control, it's awesome. The internal gimbal is truly impressive too. The 4K isn't the best ever, but it's one of the very best 1080p video cameras you can get.
Thank you so much for this review. I have been using my Samsung Note 9 at 1080p 60fps. I did not want to purchase a mirrorless or a DSLR since they are quite big. Aside from the image stabilization I am really curious about the microphone without the extra mounted mic. Thank you for your response.
Thanks for the info I think the AX53 is for me Can’t seem to find either of the two mic’s you attached to it. I can’t seem to find info on them. Could you post the model numbers. Thank You
Patrick Murphy-Racey sooooo so far I got the camera in with the focus ring bent and the record button randomly just.... not working... lol! Completely taken the camera apart twice and checked for shorts, seems to be working again. Fingers crossed. Obviously whoever owned this before me had quite a fall and it shook around a bunch of stuff inside apparently. Otherwise love the camera...
Looking for a camcorder to film my hunts and low light is usually when the magic happens. How much more useable time do you think I would have with the ax700 having the larger sensor. I see advantages there but I also see advantages of how yieldy and the gimble lens with the AX53. Let me know your thoughts!
When you say the AX43 has a gimbal are you referring to the BOSS system or is the gimbal something new in addition to that? I have the AX53, but was thinking of getting the AX700 plus a gimbal.
I got the ax 43 and shot 4K video. When I transfer the videos to my iPad the videos are very very bad quality. What is going on? I have the correct memory card I have the correct settings I know what I'm doing for the most part but I don't know why the footage is looking that way. Is Sony cameras not compatible with Apple iPads?
Great info You answered questions that I've been looking for for over a year now. Features on my X53 that you explained now I know how to use. Will probly buy the X43 or the 700 in the very near future. Looking to buy A feel world monitor 7" are those easy to use on top of the camcorder. Turning 50 my eyes are not seeing things like they used to. Need a bigger screen? Thanks
Great video! I was about to get the ax53, but I would never us the view finder so the ax43 makes more sense. What memory card would you recommend? if you have an affiliate link shoot it over. I'm going to buy the ax43, the shooting grip gp-vpt1 and the mic ecm-b1m
Hello friend, greetings, what camera do you recommend for streaming sony ax53 vs sony nx100 I stream different types and these looking for a camera with better quality
Greetings Patrick. I have noticed that I am unable to record and livestream simultaneously with my AX700. Can this issue be overcome, and if so, how? Thanks.
Huge thank you for your review. I'm looking into a "new" vlogging camera and saw this AX43 came out recently. Not to much information about it and not many people do reviews on these consumer spec handycams. I understand that AX43 is very similar to AX53 exept for the evf. Was looking into GoPro 8 before, mostly because of its image stabilization and small form factor. But when kitting up the GP8 with mediamod, and screen and maby also a external microphone its not that small of a form factor or durable anymore. Also GP8 lack zoom function. Anyway, you think there will be a successor to the AX53 like a AX73?
Good question! It does pretty well but it cannot be compared to the 1" sensor of the AX700 and especially to the APS-C and FF cameras that Sony makes. Still, for streaming? No problem!
Hi Patrick. Thanks for the informative video. In your opinion, is there a noticeable difference in picture quality between the AX43 and AX700? I'd prefer the mobility of the AX43 but i'm concerned about sacrificing picture quality. I mainly shoot architecture.
YES!!!!! The sensor size is the biggest difference. The AX700's image area is a full 1" sensor width--this will allow you to capture better low light footage and also enable you to knock out of focus pesky backgrounds too. the added feature of switchable ND internally in the AX700 makes it an obvious choice over the AX43. Last, the AX700 has S-log AND phase detect AF. I admit that the PD AF won't help you with architecture but it will give you ice cold confidence in your AF. Put more simply, the AX43 is a great camera for an amateur who wants pro quality with minimum effort, but the AX700 is really a hybrid camera that lives in the ether in between SONY's pro cinema line and the camcorders they make.
I have been looking a lot mirrorless things but I still come back to camcorders because of hours recording time and easy to use. Started looking AX43A again.
It's tough not to. Long form recording will always be easier with a real video camcorder and an extended life battery. Big cards are also cheap nowadays :)
Hello 😀 thank you for this Video. But I have one question, can the Camera (ax43) film wenn the display is closed. I mean when i only press the rec button. Thank you
Hi Patrick. I watched another video where the reviewer said that they are selling AX43 at the same price as the AX53 while increasing the price on the AX53. Do you experience this where you are?
allo ... When I use the AX43 on livestreaming, after 4 minutes without mouving, the sreen goes in standby.... I have to move all the time. Sony says to remove the battery , the card, nothing works... would you know ? thank you very much in advance fot any help
Any thoughts on the different picture profiles of the AX43? Are there any log profiles you can use which you can edit later in post production? Additionally, can you manually edit the saturation, contrast, brightness etc for the video?
yes. you can use any of the remotes that Sony makes with the "multi" connection. There is even an infra-red one that I use when using a Ronin M with the RX10II.
the built-in mics on most all small sensor video cameras are simply not that great. You really want to use a shotgun mic for most things you might shoot. This is my opinion... The brand new mic that Sony just released is called the ECM-G1. At $149 USD, I think it is a fantastic mic to use on smaller form factor video cameras. I reviewed this mic in a more recent video- FYI.
I Have ax53 but i'm curious about the gimbal. Do you recommend any gimbals I could attach this camera on without problems? Theres not enough debate on that topic
I've had the AX33 from almost the day it came out. I've been eyeing the AX700 but it lacks BOSS. I would buy, in a heartbeat, the AX700 with BOSS. I shoot events and reenactments. Often it is run an gun as I follow the action of the reenactors in mock battles. I've seen gimbal rigs with the AX700 but they're awkward to configure properly. I also shoot airshows and the EVF is worth its weight in gold in bring sunny sky shots.
@@roxisarobot Yes, it is different. AX53 is like on a gimbal. AX700 is with an active optical stabilization, which is good. But definitely not like on a gimbal. I own Sony Z90 now (it's a pro version of AX700), and I'm satisfied in general.
Hey, just come across this video as I’m looking for a new podcasting camera, and something that can live stream, do you have any recommendations and would u recommend the ax43 for this?
Thanks for the video and comparison. I plan on starting a UA-cam channel dedicated to the filming of trains and I'm debating what camera to get. The trains speed from 20mph to 70mph and I need auto focus. I plan on shooting from sun up to sun down, so during the day with very little low light situations except at sun up and sun down. The camera is going to be on a tri pod, so I won't have an issue with the gimbal. Will the AX43 do the job as far as catching trains at that speed and keeping them in focus and crisp/clear or do I need to look for a more advanced video camera? Thanks in advance.
See "Gram-Cracker Films" and "Alakazam2047" questions and responses. Also see his response to question from "Rodrigo de Piérola" about filming Mass in church. He links to a Mass filmed using all three cameras. Also see his post entitled "Using SONY AX700, AX43, and AX53 camcorders for multi-camera live video stream w/ATEM mini".
Thanks a lot for this wonderful review. I am an avid birder focused on bird calls, movements and fast moving objects. Shall I invest in the AX 43 ? since I see comments of the LCD screen being terrible on bright sunlight and so the viewfinder is a MUST ! Please suggest.
I've been using a Canon Vixia RF500 for the last 6 years but I've been wanting to upgrade to a new camera and was looking at the AX53 but then saw the AX43. so is the AX43 essentially the same camera as the AX53 just without the EVF?
pretty much, but since it's newer, I find its better in overall quality. Even though they share the same sensor, Sony is always learning and improving. here is my Amazon link for it: amzn.to/3ouc2Rq. Here is my link for it at Bedfords where you can save 5% off the cost, pay no tax or shipping by using my code PMR at checkout: www.bedfords.com/27242920330
Sincere appreciation for the informative video. The best video I have seen on sony camcorders. 2 questions as have not owned a video camera in 20 years and need to buy one to make youtube videos mainly and don't want to use a smart phone. And so, is the internal mic high quality or is it much better with the attached exterior mic; whichever one? And could you explain the wi-fi. Is that to download the vids and can it be turned off and downloaded via a port? Not a fan of wi-fi as is damaging to our health and is everywhere. Don't need it on my camera too which is why I am not using a smart phone. Look forward to a response if have time as hoping to buy a camera this week.
HI, how the camera Sony FDR-AX43A stands with Android Wifi. Are there any problems with transfered video. Also, does this camera support remote control. I make sports video and I need tripod and remote control, also wifi... Thanks...
wifi is wifi, so it won't matter what phone you have. you can use a remote with it but it doesn't come with the camera but you can buy a sony remote or off brand too if you like: amzn.to/3MbMMNu
Excellent review; very helpful. Glad I found your channel. I am looking for a compact camera to mainly shoot my sons' baseball games (high school and travel). When they were younger I would take lots of pictures but now I find myself filming video a lot more. I am currently using either my cell phone or a Nikon D7000, but would like something better than my phone and more compact thank the DSLR . I have been looking at the Sony RX100 and the Sony FDR-AX53, but would love to hear your suggestions.
Well the video cameras don't do to well with stills but the still cameras do gret with video... You might want to look at the a6500 and the 18-105mm f/4. This lens is cool as it has the electronic zoom control right on the side of the lens and it's a faster f/4 static aperture lens... This could be a good solution. You should also consider the RX10 series cameras--which are also great at video and will let you shoot at 24 fps for stopping action in stills!!! RX10III, or IV would be prime candidates...
@@PMRTV my sony rx100 v7 overheats after 9 minutes of 4k or 1080p video like all rx100. needs a 2 minute cooldown very 9 minutes for video. sony tech support and many videos all say heat in the small camera is the enemy. using a dummy battery plugged in to ac power is better, but still overheats every 3 to to 4 hours use for utube videos
Thank you for the good review. I’m waiting for Sony to combine the built-in gimbal with a 1 inch sensor in a video camera. Image quality is very important to me and because I film hiking mainly, excellent stabilization is equally important. Unfortunately that package doesn’t exist today without an external gimbal.
My experience, I've been missing key shots because of gimbal setup, this is reason I'm going back to camcorders, since its already wrapped on your hand, simply just point and record, no other settings to think about. But I agree with you bigger sensor is a dream, Sony won't do it though, it would cannibalize its pro line up products.
Thank you for sharing, my sony ax700 machine when recording a long clip, when I upload that video to my computer, it will be divided into equal files. Please help me to keep my phone from happening again. Thank you very much
this is normal. the camera records blocks of video into 4G clips. One you ingest the clips into the computer for editing, you just simply line them up in the timeline and they will be seamless. No big deal :)
I appreciate this video a lot! I recently purchased a Sony a6600, but I'm considering a dedicated video device and knew nothing about the Sony camcorder line (what's new, features, etc.). What is the low light performance for the AX43 like? I originally thought about getting a gimbal for my a6600, but I realize that the size of it make it challenging when traveling so I wanted something easy to use that I can still edit on FCP. Also, with the built-in gimbal, is the stability as good as an external gimbal on it?
dedicated camcorders are really easy to use but they lack the image quality of the aps-C and FF cameras. Low light performance is always tied to sensor size, so the ax43 will not perform as well because the sensor is so small. the ax700 has the 1" sensor which would be better than the ax43 but still not as good as the a6600. Hope this helps! patrick :)
Patrick, we are looking a camera for budget live streaming in Church. Typical traditional setting, high ceilings, traditional wooden decor, reasonably well lit. Based on budget it’s likely to be the ax43 or the a5100. Would you have a recommendation for one or the other, please? Thanks!
because you will be streaming and that is your priority, I'd say ax43 for sure over the a5100. More options for the zoom and you get the built-in gimbal too
Great review! Is there a setting on the ax43 to keep the image stabilization on? I use the ax33 and ax53's on towers and tripods at times and love them except for one thing.....it will sense that it is on a tripod and then turn off the image stabilization (shows a small green tripod) and then it introduces a small shudder until there is enough movement to turn the stabilization back on. Did they add a setting to be able to always keep it on?
I still use an AX33. I have two tripods including Sony's float head one. But Ii love using a monopod. I shoot a lot of run and gun footage, and leave the monopod attached, just collapsed. If I know I am going to be shooting from a fixed location for awhile I just re-extend the tubes. No loss of BOSS.
Sir I would like your take on a MC-88 versus a AX43? I understand one is 1080p but is the MC-88 better in low light and would it be "good enough" for UA-cam or should I go with an AX43 and a Mic. Either way I'd love some coverage on the MC-88. Thanks
Sony describes it as an "Entry-level Full HD professional camcorder suitable for education, corporate and vlogging." It has a 1 inch lens which some people swear by. Thanks for your videos though.
So i am look at this cam and the canon hf g50. I want to use them as zoom meeting webcams. Now i noticed the bitrates are different. Canon is 35mps and the sony is 50mps at 1080p 60fps. Will thre end up being a difference in discernable image quality?
not for your purpose, but once you crank it up to 4K or even shoot FullHD and then edit, there would be a difference. the Sony Codec (XVAC-S) is excellent and this is a big reason to shoot Sony (mp4) vs. the more ancient codec Canon uses (mov). MOV files take up massive space on hard drives and are heavier to edit with, stressing your computer's processor.
@@PMRTV Thank you for the reply. Also i am thinking about getting a 16ft xlr to 3.5mm with a sm 58 mic. I can just put it in the 3.5mm jack on the camcorder and it should just work? (Assuming there is some setting i have to change on camcorder.)
Need some advice, I've been searching all over. I see you have experience with sony cameras and you have experience shooting indoors. I have an AX700 and a AX53 and I will be filming a birthday party indoors. My concern is grain. When you use these camcorders indoors you have to keep the iso or db low in order to reduce noise. How do you do it? When I double my shutter speed based on my frame rate it looks pretty dark. Where do you try to keep your db or iso? I'm kinda afraid to go above 12db. Should I keep it low and brighten in post or maybe go to 15db? Which is better? What are your sony camcorder indoor settings?
@@PMRTV yes I will use the AX700 thanks. Was just wondering how YOU avoid grain. I’ve been doing some testing indoors with the AX700 and it seems to do well around 9-12db but no more than 12db.
Thanks for the reply on the earlier comment. This review is great. Any review on the LCD screen for AX43 in day light? I see reviewers have tagged it as highly glossy. How would you compare the LCD screen with AX53 and AX 700.
Hello sir, is the Sony AX43 a good camera for studio live podcasting type streaming? 3h nonstop shows. I plan to use a Shure MV7 usb connection mic. Not sure how the set ups and hook ups would work yet, computer, etc, maybe a Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini HDMI Live Stream Switcher for multiple cameras in the future....I'm between a camcorder and the Sony Alpha ZV-E10....I'd like to shoot the best quality possible on a budget ...4k 120hz doesn't seem possible. I hear people saying any mic would be better hooked up directly onto the camera to avoid sound mismatching with video or post fixes for recordings (for lives, not sure how to deal with it). These camcorders don't seem to take mics other than booms. How would you do it in my situation, please. Budget: camera around $1000, + the Shure mic $250 + all other stuff i have it in the bag already. My only doubt is the camera. After that I will start configuring a computer to handle all that. Thank you.
Hello nice vid. I'm a videographer. i have a sonyna7iii and i need 2nd cam for continuously recording, what do you reccoment to me a sony a7s or one camcorder? thanks
That's a tough one. An a7S will give you the eye candy you are used to but when you go to any of the camcorders, everything will be in focus. If you have the money, the FX9 will give you both worlds but you could buy 5- a7III's for the cost of one of those. There is a rumor that Sony will be coming out with an FX6. This is what I'm kind of waiting for...
Is the ax43 better than the jvc gz-ry980heu (jvc 4K waterproef camcorder)? I have seen Some footage of the jvc camcorder an iT looks amazing even in low light but it looks to gold to be true
Patrick Murphy-Racey It's cool! Do you have any experience with the a6600? I want to buy that as my main camera and I want another camcorder that schould not be to expensive with a good sensor/image quality. The image quality and stabilisation schould not be to far away from the a6600. Do you have any suggestions?
I want the AX700 so much. I heard recently though that 1/2.3 sensor is the sweet spot for good looking skin tones. Not overly detailed but not lacking in detail. The 1 incher might be too detailed(?) hence why people use mist filters these days. Do you have anything to chip in about that? 🤔
It would be much easier for a video camera, especially for long-form recording over 30 minutes. I'd get the AX43 for sure and buy a couple of larger batteries for it. I've made recordings up to three hours in length in one shot--easy!
of the three, only the AX700 has the larger sensor (1"). So the best one is always going to be the most expensive. Here are my affiliate links to the AX700: amzn.to/39uFZwI. and at Bedfords (get 5% off and pay no tax by using the code PMR at checkout) www.bedfords.com/27242908475
This is great. We have an ax 53 and its a workhorse for us. Football games, soccer, dance recitals, graduations, it does it all. The low light is pretty good and the built in gimbal helps a TON! My wife suggested we picked up the ax43 but im holding out for the a9ii. Currently shooting with an a77ii so I am due for an upgrade!
I purchased an AX43 but wanted something a lot better quality but still be easy to use. Can you recommend something for me? What camera were you shooting video with as your main camera? With the driveway in the background. Thanks for posting this was very informative.
that's a great mic! I would use either an ELX-K2M (or 3M) and then remove the stock mic. and replace it with yours. The mic will get its 48V phantom power from the camera through the XLR unit--these work GREAT. Last, there is a little door on the top of your AX43 that flips open to reveal the MI shoe that the XLR unit slides into and locks
@@PMRTV Thank you for the prompt reply, since I'm not too practice with this terminology, would you mind giving me an example of what is a ELX-K2M (or 3M)? It's all new to me, oh and the mic I have is the NTG4+, Greetings from Italy! Thank you!
@@PMRTV One more question! I do work with truffles and food products, what kind of Camcoder will you recommend in order to make nice cooking videos, overhead and regular "front" kind of videos?
Great video! Have had the AX53 for several months and have enjoyed shooting my son’s fast-moving Little League games. Stumbled upon this video tonight and am a newly minted subscriber. Too late tonight, but look forward to watching your basketball tips tomorrow! Kudos from west Texas.
Thank you for this. I just dropped my camera on the floor TWICE today and it is making a terrible noise. Now I will take this as an excuse for an upgrade... I am getting the AX43 right now!
Finally a camera review vlogger that don´t over act when talking to the camera. Thx for a great review. You made me buy the xa43 :)
Glad I could help!
i have been using the ax53 for 5 years now and i was thinking to get the ax43 :) thank you for this useful comparison!
The EVF is the most important thing on a video camera for me! if you'r into sports or filming fast jets. I'm waiting for a AX53 replacement which does 50/60p in 4k with that incredible Image stabilization.
that would be cool. Also, now that Sony has made an EVF with the optical quality of the a7SIII, I'm hoping some of the better resolution finders will sneak into the AX series cameras sooner than later!
what sony offers in this range is z190 and z280, but they outclass ax53
First off, great review. Second, you hit some key points while other review videos tells us stuff we already know and is obvious. Third, you are well versed in the Alpha line. Great video 👍
I've had the AX53 for 3+ years now, and even with a few of the areas where Sony has crippled it to remove full manual control, it's awesome. The internal gimbal is truly impressive too. The 4K isn't the best ever, but it's one of the very best 1080p video cameras you can get.
it's tough to beat that image sensor, 4K, and gimbal into such a tiny package... I agree!!!
Thank you so much for this review. I have been using my Samsung Note 9 at 1080p 60fps. I did not want to purchase a mirrorless or a DSLR since they are quite big. Aside from the image stabilization I am really curious about the microphone without the extra mounted mic. Thank you for your response.
Great vid. I knew within the first few mins you knew exactly what you were talking about. These were the cameras I've had my eyes on. Thank you.
thanks Erik!
If you read the title, you would have known what he was talking about before watching the video. Very helpful concept that UA-cam created
@@camdenmounts1473 what's your point? We aren't even talking about the same thing. Go troll someone else.
Thanks for the info I think the AX53 is for me Can’t seem to find either of the two mic’s you attached to it. I can’t seem to find info on them. Could you post the model numbers. Thank You
Great overview, is it possible to attach some sun hood to the AX43 similar to the one of the AX700 to get that "pro look" thanks!
Just bought a 53 yesterday and I've been doing my research on it. Enjoyed your video very much good sir. Liked and subscribed :0)
Thanks for the sub!
Patrick Murphy-Racey sooooo so far I got the camera in with the focus ring bent and the record button randomly just.... not working... lol! Completely taken the camera apart twice and checked for shorts, seems to be working again. Fingers crossed. Obviously whoever owned this before me had quite a fall and it shook around a bunch of stuff inside apparently. Otherwise love the camera...
Why did you choose the 53?
Looking for a camcorder to film my hunts and low light is usually when the magic happens. How much more useable time do you think I would have with the ax700 having the larger sensor. I see advantages there but I also see advantages of how yieldy and the gimble lens with the AX53. Let me know your thoughts!
Hi,
What is better for livestreaming sports
Ax 33 43 or 53
How do you keep the the camera from switching to the Sony screen while recording?
great review, plus the framing and lighting on your shot is tremendous.
Hey thanks!!! Made my Day, Johnny!
When you say the AX43 has a gimbal are you referring to the BOSS system or is the gimbal something new in addition to that? I have the AX53, but was thinking of getting the AX700 plus a gimbal.
I got the ax 43 and shot 4K video. When I transfer the videos to my iPad the videos are very very bad quality. What is going on? I have the correct memory card I have the correct settings I know what I'm doing for the most part but I don't know why the footage is looking that way. Is Sony cameras not compatible with Apple iPads?
Does the AX43 still have the annoying "feature" of the AX53 where you can not manually set the shutter speed and the apature at the same time?
Great info
You answered questions that I've been looking for for over a year now. Features on my X53 that you explained now I know how to use.
Will probly buy the X43 or the 700 in the very near future.
Looking to buy A feel world monitor 7" are those easy to use on top of the camcorder.
Turning 50 my eyes are not seeing things like they used to. Need a bigger screen?
Thanks
Thanks for the videos. Just one question, is it possible to record 4k 100 mb with the ax43?
Great video! I was about to get the ax53, but I would never us the view finder so the ax43 makes more sense. What memory card would you recommend? if you have an affiliate link shoot it over. I'm going to buy the ax43, the shooting grip gp-vpt1 and the mic ecm-b1m
How does the AX43 cope with weather protection? I'm just wondering if it's splash or dust resistant.
Hello friend, greetings, what camera do you recommend for streaming sony ax53 vs sony nx100 I stream different types and these looking for a camera with better quality
What audio/video capture card do you suggest to use for streaming via USB for PC with no delay?
Greetings Patrick. I have noticed that I am unable to record and livestream simultaneously with my AX700. Can this issue be overcome, and if so, how? Thanks.
Hi Patrick! For live streaming conferences and liturgical services, what is better to use: Sony AX43 Camcorder or Sony ZV-1 digital camera?
the ZV-1 is great for a nice wide shot but the AX43's much more powerful zoom is way more versatile...
@@PMRTV Thanks a lot for your advise. I'll go for the AX43!
Beautiful video/Review....Definitely on my shopping list..Respect from Germany 🇩🇪.
Awesome! Thank you!
Huge thank you for your review. I'm looking into a "new" vlogging camera and saw this AX43 came out recently. Not to much information about it and not many people do reviews on these consumer spec handycams. I understand that AX43 is very similar to AX53 exept for the evf.
Was looking into GoPro 8 before, mostly because of its image stabilization and small form factor. But when kitting up the GP8 with mediamod, and screen and maby also a external microphone its not that small of a form factor or durable anymore. Also GP8 lack zoom function.
Anyway, you think there will be a successor to the AX53 like a AX73?
Thank you, this is very informative. I am curious to know how ax43 handles in lower light, specifically in a big Catholic Basilica?
Good question! It does pretty well but it cannot be compared to the 1" sensor of the AX700 and especially to the APS-C and FF cameras that Sony makes. Still, for streaming? No problem!
@@PMRTV but does the AX700 have the built-in gimbal?
Great video, great info.
Glad it was helpful!
Hi Patrick. Thanks for the informative video. In your opinion, is there a noticeable difference in picture quality between the AX43 and AX700? I'd prefer the mobility of the AX43 but i'm concerned about sacrificing picture quality. I mainly shoot architecture.
YES!!!!! The sensor size is the biggest difference. The AX700's image area is a full 1" sensor width--this will allow you to capture better low light footage and also enable you to knock out of focus pesky backgrounds too. the added feature of switchable ND internally in the AX700 makes it an obvious choice over the AX43. Last, the AX700 has S-log AND phase detect AF. I admit that the PD AF won't help you with architecture but it will give you ice cold confidence in your AF. Put more simply, the AX43 is a great camera for an amateur who wants pro quality with minimum effort, but the AX700 is really a hybrid camera that lives in the ether in between SONY's pro cinema line and the camcorders they make.
Can you remotely trigger the AX43? Im a photographer and would like to set it up and shoot video from a single location while I move around.
I have been looking a lot mirrorless things but I still come back to camcorders because of hours recording time and easy to use. Started looking AX43A again.
It's tough not to. Long form recording will always be easier with a real video camcorder and an extended life battery. Big cards are also cheap nowadays :)
Did they take away the nightshot on the az43 since they took away the button?
Hello 😀 thank you for this Video. But I have one question, can the Camera (ax43) film wenn the display is closed. I mean when i only press the rec button.
Thank you
helpguide.sony.net/cam/1720/v1/en/contents/TP0000933190.html
yes
@@PMRTV Thank you, do you know maybee nearly the Standby time with the Classic full battery? 2 hours?
Any comments on the high reflective LCD monitor screen for AX-43 and AX-700? And do both cameras have gimbal built in?
AX43 and AX53 have the gimbal-- AX700 does not.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Hi Patrick. I watched another video where the reviewer said that they are selling AX43 at the same price as the AX53 while increasing the price on the AX53. Do you experience this where you are?
allo ... When I use the AX43 on livestreaming, after 4 minutes without mouving, the sreen goes in standby.... I have to move all the time. Sony says to remove the battery , the card, nothing works... would you know ? thank you very much in advance fot any help
I've not seen this before...
Any thoughts on the different picture profiles of the AX43? Are there any log profiles you can use which you can edit later in post production? Additionally, can you manually edit the saturation, contrast, brightness etc for the video?
there are no picture profile, so you have only rec709; that's rubbish imo; no paint menu either; also, no manual control
No cable charging on the ax53? Could that be true...?
HI Just wondering if the AX43 has a remote or a compatible remote to control zoom? thank you
yes. you can use any of the remotes that Sony makes with the "multi" connection. There is even an infra-red one that I use when using a Ronin M with the RX10II.
Can you please tell us about stabilization when the AX53 is on a tripod. It seems to disable itself after about 30 seconds.
It should. You are supposed to turn it off when using a tripod.
Hi! Do I need some kind of adapter to use the rode stereomic on it or will it work?
should just plug and play. I'm using the Rode Go II with no issues on anything Sony
Sir Could you be so kind to research what type of directional internal microphone is factory equipped on the Sony ax43 / ax53
the built-in mics on most all small sensor video cameras are simply not that great. You really want to use a shotgun mic for most things you might shoot. This is my opinion... The brand new mic that Sony just released is called the ECM-G1. At $149 USD, I think it is a fantastic mic to use on smaller form factor video cameras. I reviewed this mic in a more recent video- FYI.
@@PMRTVcan you get a 5.1 surround channel external mic for this?
I Have ax53 but i'm curious about the gimbal. Do you recommend any gimbals I could attach this camera on without problems? Theres not enough debate on that topic
if you ran in on another gimbal, you would be super smooth....
Does the Sony AX43 live stream?
It's my understanding that the 53 will connect to android phones where as the 43 won't. Is this true?
I've had the AX33 from almost the day it came out. I've been eyeing the AX700 but it lacks BOSS. I would buy, in a heartbeat, the AX700 with BOSS. I shoot events and reenactments. Often it is run an gun as I follow the action of the reenactors in mock battles. I've seen gimbal rigs with the AX700 but they're awkward to configure properly. I also shoot airshows and the EVF is worth its weight in gold in bring sunny sky shots.
Plz send me ur ax53 i will pay u
So is the AX700 stabilization so much worse than AX53?
@@takeiteasy13 would also love to know
@@roxisarobot Yes, it is different. AX53 is like on a gimbal. AX700 is with an active optical stabilization, which is good. But definitely not like on a gimbal. I own Sony Z90 now (it's a pro version of AX700), and I'm satisfied in general.
Hey, just come across this video as I’m looking for a new podcasting camera, and something that can live stream, do you have any recommendations and would u recommend the ax43 for this?
it would be a very good choice.
Quick question- does this camera have a remote or is there a app that can control it by WiFi?
yes to both questions :)
Would you recommend the AX43 over the Sony ZV-1?
Thanks for the video and comparison. I plan on starting a UA-cam channel dedicated to the filming of trains and I'm debating what camera to get. The trains speed from 20mph to 70mph and I need auto focus. I plan on shooting from sun up to sun down, so during the day with very little low light situations except at sun up and sun down. The camera is going to be on a tri pod, so I won't have an issue with the gimbal. Will the AX43 do the job as far as catching trains at that speed and keeping them in focus and crisp/clear or do I need to look for a more advanced video camera? Thanks in advance.
I'd seriously look at what comes out on Oct. 22, 2021 and decide if you should go that route ;). pm-r
@@PMRTV is something scheduled to come out on that day?
How does the ax43 work on low light, I'm planning to use at church. Thanks!
See "Gram-Cracker Films" and "Alakazam2047" questions and responses. Also see his response to question from "Rodrigo de Piérola" about filming Mass in church. He links to a Mass filmed using all three cameras. Also see his post entitled "Using SONY AX700, AX43, and AX53 camcorders for multi-camera live video stream w/ATEM mini".
Thanks a lot for this wonderful review. I am an avid birder focused on bird calls, movements and fast moving objects. Shall I invest in the AX 43 ? since I see comments of the LCD screen being terrible on bright sunlight and so the viewfinder is a MUST ! Please suggest.
I'd go with the AX700 for sure... The added Phase Detect AF will really help you shooting birds in flight and leaving nests.
I've been using a Canon Vixia RF500 for the last 6 years but I've been wanting to upgrade to a new camera and was looking at the AX53 but then saw the AX43. so is the AX43 essentially the same camera as the AX53 just without the EVF?
pretty much, but since it's newer, I find its better in overall quality. Even though they share the same sensor, Sony is always learning and improving. here is my Amazon link for it: amzn.to/3ouc2Rq. Here is my link for it at Bedfords where you can save 5% off the cost, pay no tax or shipping by using my code PMR at checkout: www.bedfords.com/27242920330
Sincere appreciation for the informative video. The best video I have seen on sony camcorders. 2 questions as have not owned a video camera in 20 years and need to buy one to make youtube videos mainly and don't want to use a smart phone. And so, is the internal mic high quality or is it much better with the attached exterior mic; whichever one? And could you explain the wi-fi. Is that to download the vids and can it be turned off and downloaded via a port? Not a fan of wi-fi as is damaging to our health and is everywhere. Don't need it on my camera too which is why I am not using a smart phone. Look forward to a response if have time as hoping to buy a camera this week.
HI, how the camera Sony FDR-AX43A stands with Android Wifi. Are there any problems with transfered video. Also, does this camera support remote control. I make sports video and I need tripod and remote control, also wifi... Thanks...
wifi is wifi, so it won't matter what phone you have. you can use a remote with it but it doesn't come with the camera but you can buy a sony remote or off brand too if you like: amzn.to/3MbMMNu
Thanks a lot!
Would you recommend this camcorder for Yoga-Videos?
sure, absolutely.
Excellent review; very helpful. Glad I found your channel. I am looking for a compact camera to mainly shoot my sons' baseball games (high school and travel). When they were younger I would take lots of pictures but now I find myself filming video a lot more. I am currently using either my cell phone or a Nikon D7000, but would like something better than my phone and more compact thank the DSLR . I have been looking at the Sony RX100 and the Sony FDR-AX53, but would love to hear your suggestions.
Well the video cameras don't do to well with stills but the still cameras do gret with video... You might want to look at the a6500 and the 18-105mm f/4. This lens is cool as it has the electronic zoom control right on the side of the lens and it's a faster f/4 static aperture lens... This could be a good solution. You should also consider the RX10 series cameras--which are also great at video and will let you shoot at 24 fps for stopping action in stills!!! RX10III, or IV would be prime candidates...
@@PMRTV my sony rx100 v7 overheats after 9 minutes of 4k or 1080p video like all rx100. needs a 2 minute cooldown very 9 minutes for video. sony tech support and many videos all say heat in the small camera is the enemy. using a dummy battery plugged in to ac power is better, but still overheats every 3 to to 4 hours use for utube videos
Which one do prefer for recording wildlife?
Thank you. helpful..
Thank you for the good review. I’m waiting for Sony to combine the built-in gimbal with a 1 inch sensor in a video camera. Image quality is very important to me and because I film hiking mainly, excellent stabilization is equally important. Unfortunately that package doesn’t exist today without an external gimbal.
My experience, I've been missing key shots because of gimbal setup, this is reason I'm going back to camcorders, since its already wrapped on your hand, simply just point and record, no other settings to think about. But I agree with you bigger sensor is a dream, Sony won't do it though, it would cannibalize its pro line up products.
R rosso we just need them to add good stabilization to their 1 inch sensor FDR-AX series.
Thank you for sharing, my sony ax700 machine when recording a long clip, when I upload that video to my computer, it will be divided into equal files. Please help me to keep my phone from happening again. Thank you very much
this is normal. the camera records blocks of video into 4G clips. One you ingest the clips into the computer for editing, you just simply line them up in the timeline and they will be seamless. No big deal :)
@@PMRTV is not. Very inconvenient. When posting on youtube channel, having to join those videos is very inconvenient
thanks for the information sir. God bless you. just want to know which cameras are you shooting this video with
this was shot with the a7RIV and a 35mm f/1.8
Would you suggest this for shooting soccer matches for college scout tapes of our players?
any of these will work for that purpose but the a7SIII/200-600G combination would be much better--but more $$$ too,
I appreciate this video a lot! I recently purchased a Sony a6600, but I'm considering a dedicated video device and knew nothing about the Sony camcorder line (what's new, features, etc.). What is the low light performance for the AX43 like? I originally thought about getting a gimbal for my a6600, but I realize that the size of it make it challenging when traveling so I wanted something easy to use that I can still edit on FCP.
Also, with the built-in gimbal, is the stability as good as an external gimbal on it?
dedicated camcorders are really easy to use but they lack the image quality of the aps-C and FF cameras. Low light performance is always tied to sensor size, so the ax43 will not perform as well because the sensor is so small. the ax700 has the 1" sensor which would be better than the ax43 but still not as good as the a6600. Hope this helps! patrick :)
@@PMRTV Thank you very much! I appreciate your honest assessment, and I think I'll keep looking at alternatives for video.
Does the AX43 have clean HDMI
Patrick, we are looking a camera for budget live streaming in Church. Typical traditional setting, high ceilings, traditional wooden decor, reasonably well lit. Based on budget it’s likely to be the ax43 or the a5100. Would you have a recommendation for one or the other, please? Thanks!
because you will be streaming and that is your priority, I'd say ax43 for sure over the a5100. More options for the zoom and you get the built-in gimbal too
Thanks for the review can you shoot in log on the ax43 can the footage be graded
no, only the AX700 has logs but not the other smaller cameras.
Hey man I have a x53 and love it, wondering which mic I can use on that hotshoe for paranormal investigations? What would you go with.
I'd use the ECM-B1 for sure... Works great on location, even in the dark:) tinyurl.com/yuzaztzr
Great review! Is there a setting on the ax43 to keep the image stabilization on? I use the ax33 and ax53's on towers and tripods at times and love them except for one thing.....it will sense that it is on a tripod and then turn off the image stabilization (shows a small green tripod) and then it introduces a small shudder until there is enough movement to turn the stabilization back on. Did they add a setting to be able to always keep it on?
I still use an AX33. I have two tripods including Sony's float head one. But Ii love using a monopod. I shoot a lot of run and gun footage, and leave the monopod attached, just collapsed. If I know I am going to be shooting from a fixed location for awhile I just re-extend the tubes. No loss of BOSS.
Does the AX 43 have full manual control? Because the AD 53 did not, you could only change one manual setting at a time.
Thanks a lot for help with all information. Whats the difference between Ax40 to Ax43 ?
there is no AX40 that I'm aware of.
Convinced! Just 1 question: is there a dummy battery to plug it on AC current for longer indoor videos? I hate batteries
AC adapter is the same as the charging cable--included when you buy the camera...
What does it mean for the Ax700/b vs Ax700 without the b, is there a difference? A model difference?
I'm not really sure but it is likely a country code for Sony... a way to combat grey market is my guess.
Sir I would like your take on a MC-88 versus a AX43? I understand one is 1080p but is the MC-88 better in low light and would it be "good enough" for UA-cam or should I go with an AX43 and a Mic. Either way I'd love some coverage on the MC-88. Thanks
I don't have an MC-88. I'm assuming it's a less expensive Sony camcorder?
Sony describes it as an "Entry-level Full HD professional camcorder suitable for education, corporate and vlogging." It has a 1 inch lens which some people swear by. Thanks for your videos though.
So i am look at this cam and the canon hf g50. I want to use them as zoom meeting webcams. Now i noticed the bitrates are different. Canon is 35mps and the sony is 50mps at 1080p 60fps. Will thre end up being a difference in discernable image quality?
not for your purpose, but once you crank it up to 4K or even shoot FullHD and then edit, there would be a difference. the Sony Codec (XVAC-S) is excellent and this is a big reason to shoot Sony (mp4) vs. the more ancient codec Canon uses (mov). MOV files take up massive space on hard drives and are heavier to edit with, stressing your computer's processor.
@@PMRTV Thank you for the reply. Also i am thinking about getting a 16ft xlr to 3.5mm with a sm 58 mic. I can just put it in the 3.5mm jack on the camcorder and it should just work? (Assuming there is some setting i have to change on camcorder.)
Super good review..awesome
Thank you so much 🙂
Do you recommend the new AX43 over the old AX100?
Oh wow...ordering!
they are killer for Vlogging... enjoy!!!!
Need some advice, I've been searching all over. I see you have experience with sony cameras and you have experience shooting indoors. I have an AX700 and a AX53 and I will be filming a birthday party indoors. My concern is grain. When you use these camcorders indoors you have to keep the iso or db low in order to reduce noise. How do you do it? When I double my shutter speed based on my frame rate it looks pretty dark. Where do you try to keep your db or iso? I'm kinda afraid to go above 12db. Should I keep it low and brighten in post or maybe go to 15db? Which is better? What are your sony camcorder indoor settings?
definitely use the ax700--it has a larger 1" sensor and gathers more light for sure!
@@PMRTV yes I will use the AX700 thanks. Was just wondering how YOU avoid grain. I’ve been doing some testing indoors with the AX700 and it seems to do well around 9-12db but no more than 12db.
Thanks for the reply on the earlier comment.
This review is great.
Any review on the LCD screen for AX43 in day light? I see reviewers have tagged it as highly glossy. How would you compare the LCD screen with AX53 and AX 700.
seems to me the AX700 screen is more matte as it allows for touch focus... AX53 is more glossy
@@PMRTV thank you buddy
Those cameras are really fragile right, there its any kind cover to protect them meanwhile you using it? kinda like cover phones?
Hello sir, is the Sony AX43 a good camera for studio live podcasting type streaming? 3h nonstop shows. I plan to use a Shure MV7 usb connection mic. Not sure how the set ups and hook ups would work yet, computer, etc, maybe a Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini HDMI Live Stream Switcher for multiple cameras in the future....I'm between a camcorder and the Sony Alpha ZV-E10....I'd like to shoot the best quality possible on a budget ...4k 120hz doesn't seem possible. I hear people saying any mic would be better hooked up directly onto the camera to avoid sound mismatching with video or post fixes for recordings (for lives, not sure how to deal with it). These camcorders don't seem to take mics other than booms. How would you do it in my situation, please. Budget: camera around $1000, + the Shure mic $250 + all other stuff i have it in the bag already. My only doubt is the camera. After that I will start configuring a computer to handle all that. Thank you.
Hello nice vid. I'm a videographer. i have a sonyna7iii and i need 2nd cam for continuously recording, what do you reccoment to me a sony a7s or one camcorder? thanks
That's a tough one. An a7S will give you the eye candy you are used to but when you go to any of the camcorders, everything will be in focus. If you have the money, the FX9 will give you both worlds but you could buy 5- a7III's for the cost of one of those. There is a rumor that Sony will be coming out with an FX6. This is what I'm kind of waiting for...
@@PMRTV i will go for the ax53.
Fx... cameras are very expensive .
ax53 can keep in focus like 70 persons in focus? No face but generally
Is the ax43 better than the jvc gz-ry980heu (jvc 4K waterproef camcorder)? I have seen Some footage of the jvc camcorder an iT looks amazing even in low light but it looks to gold to be true
I wish I could help you there. I only have experience with Sony's gear... sorry!
Patrick Murphy-Racey
It's cool!
Do you have any experience with the a6600? I want to buy that as my main camera and I want another camcorder that schould not be to expensive with a good sensor/image quality.
The image quality and stabilisation schould not be to far away from the a6600. Do you have any suggestions?
I want the AX700 so much. I heard recently though that 1/2.3 sensor is the sweet spot for good looking skin tones. Not overly detailed but not lacking in detail. The 1 incher might be too detailed(?) hence why people use mist filters these days. Do you have anything to chip in about that? 🤔
Sir I want to make video of nature in which camera will be the best among all the three cameras
Sony fdr Ax 43 and Ax 53 and Ax 700 wich is best Sir ?
AX700
i need something to shoot basic conference speaches would you reccomend this or say a sony 6300?
It would be much easier for a video camera, especially for long-form recording over 30 minutes. I'd get the AX43 for sure and buy a couple of larger batteries for it. I've made recordings up to three hours in length in one shot--easy!
does the ax700 accept other sony lens? like a teleconverter
no, no interchangeable lenses but you can add wide and telephoto adpators.
Which one is better for low light as i need one for filming home theatre's in darkish rooms. If none of these then what would you recommend.
of the three, only the AX700 has the larger sensor (1"). So the best one is always going to be the most expensive. Here are my affiliate links to the AX700: amzn.to/39uFZwI. and at Bedfords (get 5% off and pay no tax by using the code PMR at checkout) www.bedfords.com/27242908475
@@PMRTV Ok thanks for the info. Some say that the ax53 is very good for low light.
Does the AX700 have the internal gimbal in it as well? Also wondering what the depth of field options are for the Ax43 Thanks for the great video
no.
Hello, great review! what kind of mic would you recommend for ax43? And where to buy? Thanks
The XLRK2M comes with a great shotgun microphone that I use for all of my interviews...
Patrick Murphy-Racey will look into it. Thank you for your recommendation.
This is great. We have an ax 53 and its a workhorse for us. Football games, soccer, dance recitals, graduations, it does it all. The low light is pretty good and the built in gimbal helps a TON! My wife suggested we picked up the ax43 but im holding out for the a9ii. Currently shooting with an a77ii so I am due for an upgrade!
May I ask what settings you use for your football and soccer games? Do you choose 4K or 1080p?
@@ladyironironmensoccer5312 what's your setup for recording games and wld you recommend it?
1080p to save render time
I purchased an AX43 but wanted something a lot better quality but still be easy to use. Can you recommend something for me? What camera were you shooting video with as your main camera? With the driveway in the background. Thanks for posting this was very informative.
that was an a7RIV with an FE35mm f/1.8 lens I'm pretty sure... Full frame will virtually always look better than a crop sensor camera...
ax43? without viewfinder? With the bright Texas sun I can't see the screen.
Thank you for sharing, great video! Could you tell me please how can I use my Rode NTG4 on this Sony AX43 camera? Thank you!
that's a great mic! I would use either an ELX-K2M (or 3M) and then remove the stock mic. and replace it with yours. The mic will get its 48V phantom power from the camera through the XLR unit--these work GREAT. Last, there is a little door on the top of your AX43 that flips open to reveal the MI shoe that the XLR unit slides into and locks
@@PMRTV Thank you for the prompt reply, since I'm not too practice with this terminology, would you mind giving me an example of what is a ELX-K2M (or 3M)? It's all new to me, oh and the mic I have is the NTG4+,
Greetings from Italy!
Thank you!
@@casatruffle7160 ua-cam.com/video/IFi9VliGc6E/v-deo.html. go to about 6:30 and start watching and you will see the older XLR-K2M in action :). Ciao!!
@@PMRTV Thank you very much! very kind.
@@PMRTV One more question! I do work with truffles and food products, what kind of Camcoder will you recommend in order to make nice cooking videos, overhead and regular "front" kind of videos?
Great video! But where can i find the new, smaller, microphone, seems pretty good
It's the ECM-B1M on Sony's site. It's $350