Canon XA65 4K UHD Camcorder

• Record professional 4K UHD and superior Full HD video from the 4K 1/2.3inch type CMOS sensor
• Versatile Canon 20x zoom lens with 29.3-601mm full-frame equivalent range and 800x digital zoom
• Hybrid AF system with Face Detection AF and Face Tracking and user selectable AF point on LCD
• Pro connectivity with 3G-SDI, simultaneous backup and relay recording and you can colour sync with other Canon cameras
• UVC live-streaming via USB-C over a computer as well as date and time stamp with OSD recording

Key Features

• Professional compact 4K UHD camcorder
• 4K Canon 20x optical zoom lens
• Oversampled HD Processing
• Face Detection AF and Face Tracking
• XF-AVC and MP4 recording
• Professional connectivity with 3G-SDI
• Simultaneous backup and relay recording with dual
• Stream HD footage via UVC
• Add a date and time stamp with OSD recording
• Detachable handle with two XLR terminals
• 4-channel pro audio
• IR mode

Canon XA65 4K UHD Camcorder Summary

With its 1/2.3-Type CMOS 4K sensor, versatile Canon zoom lens, advanced optical and dynamic image stabilisation, the Canon XA65 4K UHD Camcorder delivers professional 4K video and more. 4K UHD can be recorded in MP4 up to 150Mbps and XF-AVC up to 160Mbps for added versatility, while Full HD is oversampled from the full sensor.

Canon’s 20x optical zoom lens provides a wide angle 29.3 – 601mm telephoto range (35mm equivalent), which is ideal in a diverse range of recording environments. You can even record at night or during extreme low light thanks to an IR mode.

Autofocusing is fast and precise with an advanced Hybrid AF system, which includes face detection and Face Tracking. 5-axis stabilisation helps to keep footage smooth, even while using digital zoom to a maximum 800x magnification for extremely distant subjects.

Canon XA65 4K UHD Camcorder in More Detail

Professional compact 4K UHD camcorder

You can capture stunning 4K UHD and superb Full HD video with the Canon XA65 thanks to a 4K 1/2.3-inch type CMOS sensor which is paired with the DIGIC DV6 image processor. Oversampled HD processing delivers Full HD images from the 4K sensor.

4K Canon 20x optical zoom lens

The Canon lens covers a 29.3mm wide angle (full-frame equivalent) to 601mm with Dynamic IS and furthermore the digital zoom boosts to 800x with 5-axis image stabilisation.

Fast, precise focusing with face detection

Adjustable focusing speeds and advanced Hybrid AF system give fast and precise focusing. Use the 3.5-inch LCD display to set focus by touching the AF point required. Face Detection AF and Face Tracking are available while Manual Focus is set via the focus/zoom ring.

Flexible recording with XF-AVC and MP4

Choose from XF-AVC or MP4 recording formats. Record XF-AVC 4K UHD 160Mbps at 25P, plus Full HD 45Mbps at 50P/50i/25P. For smaller files, record MP4 4K 150Mbps at 25P and Full HD 35Mbps or 17Mbps at 50P/25P.

Professional connectivity

Output options include 3G-SDI, simultaneous backup and relay recording via dual SD card and Infrared mode. For specialist capture, record Slow Motion in Full HD 0.5x or Fast Motion in 4K/Full HD up to 1200x. Colour match with other Canon cameras via the custom picture menu. For those who don’t need 3G-SDI output the  is a viable alternative, offering identical features and performance.

Livestream and more

Stream HD footage via UVC over a computer or add a date and time stamp with OSD recording. Two XLR terminals on a detachable handle plus 4-channel linear PCM bring pro audio options with  and more.

Infrared mode

Capture high-quality video in conditions with little to no ambient light with IR mode.

Included video accessories

The XA65 includes high quality video accessories:

• Battery Pack BP-820 which is an intelligent standard capacity (1780mAh) lithium-ion battery.
• PD-E1 USB Power Adapter
• Removable HDU-1 Handle Unit, which includes a red record button, Tally lamp and two XLR terminals
• Mic holder
• Lens Hood with Lens Barrier

Canon XA65 4K UHD Camcorder Specifications

What’s in the Box

• Canon XA65 Camcorder
• HDU-1 Handle Unit
• PD-E1 USB Power Adapter
• BP-820 Battery Pack
• Lens Hood with Lens Barrier
• Mic Holder