Testseek.co.uk have collected 34 expert reviews of the Sony FDR-AX100 and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony FDR-AX100.
August 2014
(88%)
34 Reviews
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Users
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521 Reviews
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The editors liked
Quality 12x optical zoom
HDTV 1080p or 4K (UHD) filming
3 builtin ND filters
Large LCD touchscreen
Many manual and automatic settings
Good electronic viewfinder
Copes pretty well with low light
Incredible 4K video
High-quality still photos
Wi-Fi remote control
Excellent build quality
Manageable size
The editors didn't like
Wide angle not actually that wide
Big and heavy
Only one memory card slot
Image stabilisation less effective than Sony's BOSS system
A perfect specimen of an endangered speciesWhen it was announced, the AX100 was a one-of-a-kind product. In a few ways, it still is. However, its most interesting new trick can be accomplished by less expensive, more flexible devices. Though, the other co...
Quality 12x optical zoom, HDTV 1080p or 4K (UHD) filming, 3 builtin ND filters, Large LCD touchscreen, Many manual and automatic settings, Good electronic viewfinder, Copes pretty well with low light
Wide angle not actually that wide, Big and heavy, Only one memory card slot, Image stabilisation less effective than Sony's BOSS system
Sony's FDR-AX100 is a good-quality expert camcorder and a great way into the world of 4K recording. Fully-featured, it has a good design, a vast array of different functions and offers great picture quality....
When it was announced, the AX100 was a one-of-a-kind product. In a few ways, it still is. However, its most interesting new trick can be accomplished by less expensive, more flexible devices. Though, the other competitors are both first and foremost desig...
Abstract: Sony has been at the forefront of prosumer camcorders for a while. We've known many a lower-budget TV show to use a three-chip VX1000 in the past and, more recently, Full HD and, even, 4K equivalents. Now it's about to shake up the industry again, with a...
Abstract: Sony has shown us the first 4K camcorder for the consumer – the Sony FDR-AX100E. It's aimed at those looking to future-proof videos as well as take full advantage of their new pricey 4K sets. Watch our hands-on video: Note: This is not a full review but a...
Abstract: Editor's Note: The following article, originally published on January 21, was AkihabaraNews' 7th most popular of 2015. Senior Contributor Nayalan liked the camera, but it was a complicated relationship. Definitely one of the more unique and quirky reviews...
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Published: 2015-09-09, Author: Stephen , review by: 4k.com
Excellent video quality, Pro-level photo processing, Versatile for photos and video, EXMOR sensor mostly a powerful performer, Great remote control features
Not the best low light performer, Clumsy touchscreen controls, Slightly imprecise control rings, A bit heavy, No waterproofing
All things considered, we highly recommend the Sony FDR-AX100 as a great prosumer camera that's also very useful for field shooting in a professional setting. It has a few flaws but they're more than made up for by its better characteristics.Check the Pr...
Abstract: Is A Proper Camcorder The Better Solution?Background As a longtime journalist in the "imaging" world, it has always been important for me to keep in mind that my readership is highly varied. In the case of The Luminous Landscape we have about 1 million re...
