AT A GLANCE

• 8.29MP, 1" CMOS Sensor
• Up to UHD 4K30 Video Recording
• Mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI Outputs
• Integrated 15x Optical Zoom Lens
• Dual XLR and Mic/Line Audio Input
• 5-Axis Optical Image Stabilization
• Dual SD Relay and Simultaneous Recording
• DIG!C DV 6 Processor
• 3" Touchscreen LCD, Tiltable Viewfinder
• BP 8 Series Rechargeable Battery

DESCRIPTION

The Canon XA55 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder is a compact, lightweight camera featuring UHD 4K capture, a 1" CMOS sensor, two XLR audio inputs, and one mini-HDMI, and one BNC 3G-SDI output which fits right into the ENG category for documentary or journalism-style productions.

The XA55's optics include an integrated 15x HD optical zoom and a nine-bladed circular iris for more natural highlights, and wide DR gamma support for low-light recording. The camera's pro-style features include Dual Pixel and Contrast autofocus, fast- and slow-motion recording, full manual control, optical and electronic image stabilization, a 3" touchscreen LCD, user-assignable buttons, infrared mode, and a DIG!C DV 6 image processor with high sensitivity and low noise. The XA55 also has display monitoring features such as zebra, color bars, and test tone and a built-in neutral density filter mechanism offering ND4, ND16, and ND64 options.

The camera records UHD 4K30 and Full HD 1080p60 captured to dual SD card slots, and 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 XA55 features up to four channels of LPCM audio 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. The camera's functions can also be controlled by the separately available RC-V100 remote control.

Features

• 8.29MP, 1" CMOS sensor
• Integrated 15x optical zoom lens
• 5-axis optical image stabilization
• UHD 4K30 fps, HD 59.97 fps recording
• Dual XLR, 3.5mm mic/line audio inputs
• MP4 recording
• DIG!C DV 6 processor
• Two SD memory card slots
• Mini-HDMI and 3G-SDI outputs

SPECIFICATIONS

Image Sensor 1-Chip 1" CMOS Sensor
Sensor Resolution 4268 x 3148 (13.4 MP)
Effective Sensor Resolution 3840 x 2160 (8.29 MP)
Minimum Illumination
1.7 lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed
0.1 lux at 1/2 Shutter Speed
White Balance Range 2000 to 15,000K
Focal Length 8.3 to 124.5mm
35mm Equivalent Focal Length 25.5 to 382.5mm
Optical Zoom Ratio 15x
Maximum Aperture f/2.8 to 4.5
Minimum Focusing Distance Wide: 0.4" / 1.0 cm
Entire Zoom Range: 23.6" / 60.0 cm
Filter Size 58 mm
Image Stabilization Optical, Digital
Focus Control Autofocus, Manual Focus
Shutter Speed 1/ to 1/2000 sec
Built-In ND Filter Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2 Stop (1/4), 4 Stop (1/16), 6 Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Built-In Microphone Type Stereo
Recording Media 2 x SD (Unspecified Type) UHS-I Card Slots
Broadcast System Compatibility NTSC
Recording Modes
H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit:
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/24/29.97/30 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps (35 to 45 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 59.94/60 fps (8 Mb/s)
XF-AVC 4:2:0 8-Bit:
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/24/29.97/30 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps
Audio Recording
MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit AAC Audio
MP4: 4-Channel 16-Bit LPCM Audio
XAVC: 4-Channel 24-Bit LPCM Audio
Video Connectors
1 x Mini-HDMI (HDMI 2.0) Output
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio Connectors
2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic/Line Level (+48 V Phantom Power) Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Input
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Mic Level Input
Other I/O
1 x USB Mini-B Output
1 x 2.5 mm Input
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 3"
Touchscreen Yes
Screen Resolution 460,000 Dots
EVF Display Type LCD
Screen Size .24"
EVF Resolution 1,560,000 Dots
Battery Type Canon BP-8 Series
Power Connectors 1 x Proprietary (8.4 VDC)
Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C (Recommended)
Storage Temperature 23 to 113°F / -5 to 45°C
Operating Humidity 85%
Storage Humidity 60%
Accessory Mount 1 x Cold Shoe Mount
Tripod Mount None
Dimensions
8.4 x 4.3 x 3.6" / 21.34 x 10.92 x 9.14 cm (Without Protrusions)
10.4 x 4.9 x 3.6" / 26.42 x 12.45 x 9.14 cm (With Protrusions)
Weight 2.1 lb / 953 g