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Sony FDR-AX33

Sony FDR-AX33
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alaScore 87

321 reviews

Jan, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 321 reviews of Sony FDR-AX33. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, 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 also get good opinions. Some have doubts about the memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony FDR-AX33 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony FDR-AX33

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of Sony FDR-AX33 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the portability and zoom are overall positive. The design and image quality also get good feedback, whereas opinions about the durability and price are different.

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91% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony FDR-AX33

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 47 user reviews of Sony FDR-AX33 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the design and image quality. The portability and usability also get good feedback, whereas there are some negative opinions about the durability.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Sony's prosumer 4K AX33 camcorder expands stabilization, shrinks size for CES 2015

 

With full manual controls and its BOSS image stabilization, Sony rolls out another traditional 4K camcorder at a lower price.

Jan, 2015
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Expert review by : Stephen (4k.com)

A Review of the Sony 4K UHD Video Recording FDRAX33 Handycam Camcorder

 

After releasing last year's FDR-AX100 4K camcorder, which was one absolutely superb piece of 4K video recording technology for the prosumer level, Sony has taken the idea of a budget-friendly 4K mini-camcorder to an even higher (or should we say lower,...

Excellent price ; Absolutely superb BOSS image stabilization ; Zoom during 4K playback ; Tiltable OLED viewfinder ; Excellent color rendering ; Great price ; Easy to use

No internal memory ; Weak CMOS sensor ; Very slight oversaturation of some colors in video

We absolutely recommend the Sony FDR-AX33. This camcorder is built with the average-joe user in mind and with a price to match but it comes with a package of features and specs that even professional videographers could appreciate under certain filming...

Sep, 2015
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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Sony 4k Handycam camcorder

 

Sony FDR-AX33 Handycam camcorder : The FDR-AX33 is the newest addition to Sony's Handycam camcorder range, combining Balanced Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilisation, versatile manual operation and striking 4k video features in a compact body - all at a...

The Sony FDR-AX33 price is set at €999. The 4k Sony Handycam will be available across Europe in May 2015. Availability of colors and optional camcorder accessories may differ depending on the country. Please check the Sony Electronics site in your...

Apr, 2015
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com.au)

Sony's prosumer 4K AX33 camcorder expands stabilization, shrinks size for CES 2015

 

The camcorder is smaller overall than both the AX100 and the 1-inch HD CX900, both which remain in the line. This stems in part from the smaller 20-megapixel 1/2.3-inch (7.8mm) sensor it uses, as well as some changes to the design; for instance, it...

The FDR-AX33 will be available in February.

Jan, 2015
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Consumer review (johnlewis.com)

Lousy manuals

 

Recording formats are a mine field & Sony blindfold you when trying to get through it ! Help Guide, such as it is, is only available on the web - how long will it be retained for users ?

Mar, 2018
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Consumer review (johnlewis.com)

Feature packed, great camcorder

 

Ive always used Sony camcorders because I've always had excellent results, so having bought a 4k tv it was time to invest in a new camcorder. Having read numerous reviews I decided on the AX 33, based largely on the steady shot. In use it performs...

Jan, 2018
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Consumer review (johnlewis.com)

Very easy to use, great Handycam

 

I am very pleased with my Sony AX33 4K Handycam, I use it for both video and photos it certainly does the business for me. The usb connection is a very good feature for me too.Ok as other folk have said it's a little heavier to some other makes but I...

Nov, 2017
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony FDR-AX33

 

Produces excellent quality footage and sound.

Jul, 2017
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Consumer review (johnlewis.com)

Great resolution

 

Delighted with the camera as it's mainly for filming sons ice hockey and once got to grips with it, great end product

Jun, 2017
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Consumer review (johnlewis.com)

Excellent product

 

High quality and value for money. More than enough for beginners.

Jun, 2017
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