Canon XA45 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder

Compact and efficient – XA-series 4K camcorder with UHD resolution and high magnification

The XA45/XA40 features a 1/2.3’’ type CMOS Sensor along with DIGIC DV6 image processor delivering 4K UHD. Full HD image quality is improved thanks to Over Sampling HD Processing. The XA45/XA40 features a lens with 20x optical zoom with 29.3mm wide angle.

Ultra-compact professional 4K UHD camcorder

The combination of a 4K 1/2.3” type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV6 image processor delivers high quality 4K UHD images, and superior Full HD images thanks to Over Sampling HD processing. Recording options include XF-AVC 160Mbps / MP4 150Mbps at UHD 25P, XF-AVC 45Mbps at FHD 25P/50i/50P and MP4 17-35Mbps at FHD 25P/50P.

4K 20X optical zoom lens with wide angle

Capture the images you need with 20x optical zoom with wide angle starting from 29.3mm. Consistency of imaging is ensured by a powerful 5-axis image stabilisation, whilst 3D real-time lens group structure support wide-angle zoom operation.

Infrared recording capability

The XA45/XA40 includes an Infrared Mode, allowing users to capture video in conditions with little to no ambient light. There is the option of recording in white or green mode.

Slow and Fast Motion recording

Work the way your project demands with continuous recording available in Slow and Fast motion modes in both UHD and Full HD, with a maximum speed of 1200x.

Lightweight and compact with professional features

The XA45 / XA40 weighs less than 1.2kg with a 3.0-inch LCD touch screen provides intuitive control. The highly portable camcorder also supports linear PCM 4-channel audio, with built-in stereo mic and two XLR terminals. Other features include 3G-SDI (XA45 only) Additionally, two SD memory card slots are provided for simultaneous or relay recording.

Key Features

  • 4K UHD / 25P, XF-AVC up to 160Mbps, MP4 up to 150Mbps
  • 29.3 – 601mm, Wide-angle 4K zoom
  • High quality Full HD, Uses the 4K UHD sensor to deliver superior Full HD images
  • 5-Axis IS, Advanced optical and dynamic image stabilization
  • Infrared mode, Capture high-quality video in conditions with little to no ambient light
  • 3.0-inch touch screen, Easy focus point and camera control
  • Linear PCM, 2 x XLR terminals plus built-in mic
  • Dual card slots, SD card simultaneous or relay recording
  • Canon XA45 Professional UHD 4K Camcorder
  • Canon CA-570 Compact AC Power Adapter
  • Canon BP-820 Lithium-Ion Single Battery Pack (1780mAh, Retail Packaging)
  • Lens Hood with Lens Cover
  • Handle
  • Microphone Holder
Imaging
Sensor Resolution Actual: 21.14 Megapixel (5352 x 3950)
Effective: 8.92 Megapixel (3840 x 2160)
Sensor Type 1/2.3″ CMOS Sensor
Image Stabilization Optical in Integrated Lens
Digital
Shutter Speed 1/1 to 1/2000 sec
Gain 0 to 24 dB (Native)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 3 dB
Minimum Illumination 5 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed
0.3 Lux at 1/2 Shutter Speed
White Balance 2000 to 15,000K
Lens
Focal Length 3.6 to 73.4mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 29.3 to 601mm)
Optical Zoom Ratio 20x
Maximum Aperture f/1.8 to 2.8
Minimum Focus Distance Wide: 0.4″ / 1.0 cm
Entire Zoom Range: 23.6″ / 60.0 cm
Filter Size 58 mm
Focus Control Autofocus
Manual Focus
Recording
Recording Modes H.264/MP4:
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/24/29.97/30 fps (150 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/24/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps (17 to 35 Mb/s)
1280 x 720p at 59.94/60 fps (8 Mb/s)
Audio Recording MP4: 2-Channel 16-Bit AAC Audio
MP4: 4-Channel 16-Bit LPCM Audio
IP Streaming Yes
Media/Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
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
Built-In Microphone Type Stereo
Other I/O 1 x USB Mini-B
1 x 2.5 mm
Size 3.0″
Resolution 460,000 Dot
Display Type Articulating Touchscreen LCD
EVF
EVF Display Type LCD
Screen Size .24″
EVF Resolution 1,560,000 Dots
Power
Battery Type Canon BP-8 Series
Power Connectors 1 x Proprietary (8.4 VDC) Input
Environmental
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 Mounting Thread 1/4″-20 Female
Dimensions 7.2 x 4.3 x 3.3″ / 18.29 x 10.92 x 8.38 cm (Without Protrusions)
9.1 x 4.5 x 3.3″ / 23.11 x 11.43 x 8.38 cm (With Protrusions)
Weight 1.6 lb / 725.74 g

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