Product highlights
8.29mp, 1/2.3" cmos sensor
impressive low-light performance with its cmos pro image sensor
up to uhd 4k30 video recording
slow and fast motion recording
integrated 20x canon high definition optical zoom lens
mini-hdmi output
simultaneous dual recording
dual sd card slots
recording media: secure digital (sd)
special features: 24p, mic input, over/under-cranking, touchscreen lcd, xlr mic input
overview
the xa40 professional uhd 4k camcorder from canon is a lightweight and compact camera featuring uhd 4k capture, a 1/2.3" cmos sensor, two xlr audio inputs, and one mini-hdmi output. these features make the xa40 fall into the eng category for documentary or journalism-style productions. it's optics include an integrated 20x hd optical zoom and an eight-bladed circular iris for more natural highlights. the camera's pro-style features include hybrid, normal, face only, manual focus, instant, and canon's medium autofocus; fast- and slow-motion recording, full manual control,