Question 1

I just received my camcorder. The lens seems loose ... or sort of rotates inside. Is this how it should be? I'm new to videoing.

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Actually, it's better than normal.  It's one of the reasons you should get this camera (although I returned it for a different reason)!!  It's one of the best features of this camcorder that many camcorders do not have yet.  It's called the BOSS system and it allows that lens point in the same INTENDED direction even though you are constantly shaking the camera.  It's major optical stabilization.  And, as you move to a different subject to record, the lens follows you.  Not something easy to design.

If you're curious why I am going to return the one I purchased, I just found out that it doesn't shoot in 4k when you are holding it and shooting.  Can only do 4k when it's on a tripod.  Otherwise, it's just HD.  I was wondering why it was so cheap and now I know.  The camcorders you can hold and shoot in 4k are pretty expensive.  I hate to pay up so much for 4k to hold and shoot though but 4k makes a huge difference in my opinion.  One seems like you're there.  The other video seems like it's a recording or representation of life.  I'm still debating what to do...

Question 2

Did anyone compare this Sony to the 4K Panasonic camcorder that's $100 cheaper?

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Which Panasonic 4k camcorder? They have several, but the best one is the 1500, it shoots 4k 60 for about 1600 bucks and kills this Sony camera.

Question 3

can you put a mic on it?

Accepted Answer

Hi gameguru1360, Yes, you can put mic on this handycam. You can use ECMGZ1M or ECM-CG60. Regards, Jen

Question 4

Can the camera record while plugged into the wall so that i can record indefinitely? also does it have a recording limit like dslrs?

Accepted Answer

There is no 30 minute limit like some DLSR's.  It will record when plugged into the wall until the memory is full.  I would recommend using a remote because the touch screen is very sensitive and I inadvertently touched it and stopped recording, without realizing it, for a minute or two.  Otherwise, I am very pleased.

ASIN	B01950TCEU
Antenna Location	Bicycle
Best Sellers Rank	#94,391 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #231 in Camcorders
Brand	Sony
Built-In Media	AC Adapter, Battery, HDMI (micro) Cable, Micro USB Cable, Power Cord, Sony FDRAX53/B 4K HD Video Recording Camcorder, User Manual
Camcorder Type	Action Camera
Color	Black
Connectivity Technology	HDMI, NFC, USB, Wi-Fi
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (551)
Digital Zoom	40 x
Display Resolution Maximum	4288x2408
Effective Still Resolution	8 mp
Effective Video Resolution	3840 pixels
File Format	XAVC S, AVCHD, MP4
Flash Memory Installed Size	128
Flash Memory Speed Class	UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) or higher
Flash Memory Type	SDXC
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class	UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) or higher
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	V30 or higher
Focus Type	Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Form Factor	Compact, Handheld
Global Trade Identification Number	00027242895638
Image Aspect Ratio	16:9
Image Capture Speed	60 frames_per_second
Image stabilization	Optical
Item Dimensions D x W x H	7.44"D x 5.91"W x 4.25"H
Item Weight	2.5 pounds
Lens Type	Zoom
Log Gamma Curve	S-Log2
Manufacturer	Sony
Maximum Aperture	1.8 f_stop
Maximum Focal Length	26.8 millimeters
Minimum Aperture	1 millimeters
Minimum Focal Length	4.4 millimeters
Model Name	Sony FDRAX53/B 4K
Model Number	FDRAX53/B
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Number of Speakers	1
Optical Zoom	20 x
Photo Sensor Size	16.6
Screen Size	3 inches
Sensor Type	CMOS
Shooting Modes	Manual, Shutter Priority
Special Feature	Time Lapse
Style Name	Base
Supported Audio Format	MP3, AAC, WAV
Supported Image Format	JPEG
UPC	027242895638
Unit Count	1 Count
Video Capture Format	4K, HD
Video Resolution	4K
Warranty Description	1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
White Balance Settings	Custom
Zoom	Optical

FDRAX53/B 4K HD Video Recording Camcorder (Black)

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