Sony FDR-AX100

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Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 426 reviews of Sony FDR-AX100. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People are impressed by the size and price. The portability and image quality are also appreciated.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony FDR-AX100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony FDR-AX100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 user reviews of Sony FDR-AX100 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the price and design. The usability and image quality are also appreciated, but views about the reliability and memory are mixed.

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83% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony FDR-AX100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 138 user reviews of Sony FDR-AX100 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size and price. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed views about the reliability.

usability, portability, image quality, price, size

86% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by (tipa.com)

Sony FDR-AX100

4K video offers higher resolution than HD, and the Sony AX100 is among the first to deliver it in a 'standard' camcorder design. The unit has a 1-inch Exmor R sensor and delivers 14 MP and 20 MP still capture. It offers a variety of recording options,...

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Sony's CES 4K push expands to consumer camcorders

The new top-of-its-consumer-line model incorporates a 1-inch BSI sensor that outputs 4K/30p.

Jan, 2014

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Expert review by : Stephen (4k.com)

A Review of the Sony FDR-AX100/B 4K Video Camera with 3.5-Inch LCD

Sony's FDR-AX100/B 4K video camcorder is one versatile little piece of technology and certainly one of Sony's more interesting consumer market 4K ultra HD video recorder devices. While not a marvel of miniaturization like some models, the AX100...

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.

Sep, 2015

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Sony 4K Camcorder

Sony FDR-AX100 Ultra HD camcorder : The Sony FDR-AX100 camcorder features a blazingly fast image processor identical to those included in Sony camcorder models for professional use. Because the camcorder can record 4K Ultra HD movies at its full...

The Sony FDR-AX100 price in USD is set at $1,798. Retail prices vary from country to country. The retail sales package contains: Sony AX100 4K Ultra HD camcorder, Sony NP-FV70 rechargeable battery pack, Sony AC-L200 AC adapter, Power cord, Micro HDMI...

Nov, 2014

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Expert review by : Brendan Nystedt (reviewed.com)

Sony Handycam AX100 Camcorder Review

The first true consumer 4K camcorder sets a high bar.

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...

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Stephen Fenech (techguide.com.au)

Sony releases new smaller FDR-AX100E Handycam that shoots 4K

If you already own a 4K television you already know there's not a lot of 4K content around but Sony's new HandyCam lets you create your own.

Jun, 2014

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony FDR-AX100E

Fantastic piece of kit and plenty for your money and Sony quality.

Mar, 2017

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony FDR-AX100E

Best product

Apr, 2016

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Consumer review (sony.com)

No HDMI out in 4K recording

Beautyfull pictutre! Professional ? No. When i recording in 4K resolution sony disable the HDMI output. I can not use external monitor. The focus ring in zoom mode, not smooth....

Aug, 2015

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Great 4K performance at a reasonable price.

I've had my AX100 for a couple of months now and have thoroughly been enjoying recording with it. Resolution is amazing and low light, relatively noise free recording, is impressive as well. Be careful when panning and moving camcorder too quickly as...

Jun, 2015

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