Sony Launches 4K Camcorders with AI Autofocus and 20x Zoom

Sony has introduced two new 4K handheld camcorders, the HXR-NX800 NXCAM™ and PXW-Z200 XDCAM™, designed to enhance content creation across broadcast, corporate, education, and faith sectors. These camcorders come with advanced AI-based subject recognition, high-precision autofocus, and a newly designed 20x optical zoom lens, offering top-tier recording and streaming capabilities.

The HXR-NX800 and PXW-Z200 feature AI-driven subject recognition and autofocus for high-quality, low-manual-input capture. They include a 1.0-inch Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor, BIONZ XR™ image processing engine, and a specialized AI-processing unit for real-time subject tracking and framing. The Electronic Variable ND Filter allows for seamless adjustment from 1/4 to 1/128 density, or automatic exposure control, making them versatile for varying light conditions.

Both camcorders offer powerful 20x optical zoom with Sony’s G Lens™, covering 24mm to 480mm and supporting up to 30x (4K) and 40x (HD) zoom with Clear Image Zoom technology. Active mode provides smooth, stabilized footage through a combination of electronic and optical image stabilization.

The new camcorders are designed with portability in mind, featuring a foldable viewfinder, removable microphone holder, and a 3.5-inch foldable LCD monitor. Weighing approximately 1.93 kg for the HXR-NX800 and 1.96 kg for the PXW-Z200, they are compact and easy to store.

For enhanced connectivity, the HXR-NX800 and PXW-Z200 support a variety of recording formats, including XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC SI, and XAVC HS Proxy. They offer HDMI Type A, USB Type-C™, LAN, and REMOTE terminals, with the PXW-Z200 also featuring SDI input/output. Both models enable live streaming via RTMP/RTMPS or SRT when connected to a network, with versatile file transfer options including HEVC (H.265) and AVC (H.264) codecs.

Sony’s commitment to sustainability is evident in the use of SORPLAS™, a recycled plastic material, and minimal plastic packaging. The camcorders also include accessibility features such as voice reading and text-to-speech functionalities.