CANON XA65

Reference: 11443

A 1/2.3-Type CMOS 4K pro camcorder. With advanced autofocus, 20x optical zoom plus 5-axis stabilisation, 3G-SDI, HDMI out and UVC Streaming, it’s a versatile workhorse.

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Shoot, record, stream

Shoot high quality 4K UHD video with the compact XA65. As well as outstanding Over Sampling HD processing, advanced autofocus, a Canon 20x optical zoom lens and HD livestreaming in UVC via USB-C over a computer, Capture high quality footage in either XF-AVC or MP4 formats.

Compact professional 4K UHD camcorder

Capture stunning 4K UHD and superior Full HD images thanks to a 4K 1/2.3" type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV6 image processor. Over Sampling HD processing delivers Full HD images from the 4K sensor.

4K 20x optical zoom lens

The Canon lens covers a 29.3mm wide angle (35mm equivalent) plus a powerful 612mm reach with Dynamic IS. A 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.

XF-AVC and MP4 for flexible recording

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 inputs and outputs

Output options include 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.

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.

Specifications in detail

Image Sensor

- Sensor
  1/2.3-type CMOS
- Filter
  RGB Primary Colour Filter
- Total Pixels
  Approx. 21.14MP
- Effective Pixels per Sensor
  Approx. 8.29 MP (3840 x 2160)
- Subject Illumination Range
  Approx. 0.3 lx to 100,000 lx
- Minimum Illumination (PAL)
  P (Program AE) Mode: Approx. 4.2 lx (shutter speed 1/25 sec with auto slow shutter On)
  Low Light Mode: Approx. 0.3 lx (shutter speed 1/2 sec.)
Image Processor
- Type
  DIGIC DV 6
- Colour Sampling
  YCC 4:2:0 8bit
Lens
- Zoom Ratio
  20x Optical
- Focal Length (35mm Equivalent)
  Approx. 29.3 - 601mm Standard IS/IS Off
- Minimum Focus Distance
  1 cm at wide end, 60 cm across entire zooming range
- Max. Aperture
  f/1.8 - 2.8 (AV Priority and Manual Modes)
- Aperture Blades
  8 blades
- Filter Diameter
  58mm
- Image Stabilization System
  Optical system (lens shift) + electronic stabilization Dynamic, Standard, Powered IS, Off
- ND Filter
  Built-in gradation filter (Auto or Off)
- Zoom Control
  Zoom rockers on body and handle;
  Selectable manual zoom/focus ring on lens;
  Selectable High Speed and Soft Zoom modes available.
- Zoom Speed
  Variable (body rocker only) or Constant speed (body and handle rocker; Fast/Normal/Slow, 16 speed level settings in each)
- Focus Control
  MANUAL: Lens ring and touchscreen point selection (Magnify and Peaking assist functions), Focus Preset.
  AUTOFOCUS: Touchscreen AF point selection, Face Detection and Tracking, Touch and Track, Face Only AF. (Instant AF, Medium AF, Normal AF)
- Focus System
  Hybrid AF (High Speed/Medium speed). Uses combination of TTL-video signal detection system and external phase difference metering system.
  Normal AF. TTL, Contrast based AF
- Iris Control
  Touchscreen, Auto
- Digital Zoom/Teleconverter
  20x digital zoom (400x with optical zoom) and 40x digital zoom (800x with optical zoom) are available. Digital zoom not available in AUTO mode. 2x Digital Teleconverter
Recording
- Video Storage Media
  SD/SDHC/SDXC card (2 card slots)
- Recording Time
  150Mbps: 55 mins / 35Mbps: 240 mins / 17Mbps: 495 mins
- Recording File System
  FAT32/exFAT
- Internal Recording Format (PAL)
  XF-AVC:
  3840 x 2160 / 25.00P (160 Mbps)
  1920 x 1080 / 50.00P, 50.00i, 25.00P (45 Mbps)
  MP4:
  3840 x 2160 / 25.00P(150 Mbps)
  1920 x 1080 / 50.00P, 25.00P (35, 17 Mbps)
- External Recording Output
  HDMI output (When Shooting):
  UHD recording mode:
  1920 x 1080 / 25.00P, 50.00P (for Slow&Fast), 50.00i (PsF mode); 1280 x 720 / 50.00P YCC 4:2:2 8-bit
  Full HD recording mode:
  1920 x 1080 50.00P/25.00P/50i ; 1280 x720 50.00P YCC4:2:2 10-bit
  
  SDI output (When Shooting):
  UHD recording mode:
  1920 x 1080 / 25.00P, 50.00P (for Slow&Fast), 50.00i (PsF mode); 1280 x 720 / 50.00P YCC 4:2:2 8-bit
  Full HD recording mode:
  1920 x 1080 50.00P/25.00P/50i ; 1280 x720 50.00P YCC4:2:2 10-bit
- Slow/Fast Motion (PAL)
  3840 x 2160 / 25.00P: x2, x4, x10, x20, x60, x120, x600, x1200
  1920 x 1080 / 50.00P: x2, x4, x10, x20, x60, x120, x600, x1200
  1920 x 1080 / 25.00P: x0.5
- Pre-Record Function
  Yes. 3 seconds
- Still Photos
  JPEG up to 3840x2160
  (Still image resolution is dependent on the video resolution)
- Photo Storage Media
  SD Card
System
- Display Type
  Capacitive LCD touch panel
- Size
  3.5-inch (8.8 cm) on the diagonal, Approx. 2,760,000 dots (1280 x RGB x 720)
- Wave Form Monitor
  No
- Focus Assist
  Peaking / Magnify
- Peaking
  Selectable Peaking Colour: Red / Blue / Yellow
- Zebra
  70% or 100% reference level
- Markers
  Grid (white/grey), Level (white/grey), 4:3 (white/grey)
EVF
- Size
  0.36-inch (0.92 cm on the diagonal), Approx. 1,770,000 dots (1024 x RGB x 576)
- Correction Lens
  +2.0 to -5.5 dioptre
Inputs / Outputs
- Audio Input
  XLR 3-pin jack (x2) with 48V phantom power, Line and Mic options on detachable handle,
  3.5mm microphone input jack (Supply Voltage 2.4V DC)
  Built-in Mic
- Headphone Output
  3.5mm stereo mini jack
- HDMI Output
  HDMITM mini connector
- USB
  Type-C
  Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) equivalent. Point-to-point class and UVC supported.
- SDI Output
  3G-SDI
- Time Code
  Rec Run / Free Run
- Genlock
  No
- LAN
  No
- AV Terminal
  No
- DC Input
  USB-C
- Remote Control Terminal
  2.5mm mini jack
Miscellaneous
- Tally Lamp
  Yes, in detachable Handle Unit
- Colour Bars (PAL)
  Yes. SMPTE, ARIB or EBU, with 1KHz Tone
- Accessory Shoe
  Yes (cold shoe)
- Assignable Buttons
  5 assignable Buttons
- Custom Dial
  Iris/Shutter/Gain, AGC Limit, Exposure Compensation, Off
Exposure
- Exposure Metering
  Center-weighted average metering
  AUTO, P, Av, Tv, Portrait, Sports, Low Light and IR modes
  Segment evaluative metering
  Night Scene, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight modes
  No metering in Fireworks mode: Exposure constant
- Exposure Compensation
  Highlight AE, Normal, Exposure lock, Auto backlight compensation.
- Exposure Lock
  Yes.
- Auto ISO / Auto Gain Control Setting
  Auto / Manual
- Auto Gain Control Limit
  0 - 23dB (1dB increments)
Shutter Speed
- Control Modes
  Auto, P, Tv, Manual
- Shutter Speed (PAL)
  1/6 - 1/2000 sec
  (1/2 - 1/500 sec in Low Light mode)
- Slow Shutter (SLS)
  50.00P:
  Auto slow shutter On: 1/25 to 1/500 sec.
  Auto slow shutter Off: 1/50 to 1/500 sec.
  
  25.00P:
  Auto slow shutter On: 1/12.5* to 1/500 sec. (*Display is 1/12)
  Auto slow shutter Off: 1/25 to 1/500 sec.
- Clear Scan (PAL)
  No
Streaming, Wi-Fi, & GPS Specifications
- Wi-Fi
  No
- GPS Information (Optional Accessory)
  Location (Latitude/Longitude/Altitude), Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), Satellite reception.
  (requires the optional GPS Receiver GP-E2)
White Balance
- Auto
  Yes
- Preset
  Daylight (Approx. 5,600K), Tungsten (Approx. 3,200K)
- Manual Setting
  Colour Temperature range: 2,000–15,000K
  Default value for Set 1 and Set 2: 5,600K
Shooting Modes
- Program AE
  AUTO mode
  M (Manual) mode
  P (program AE), Tv (shutter-priority AE), Av (aperture-priority AE), M (manual exposure), SCN (Portrait, Sports, Night Scene, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Low Light, Spotlight, Fireworks) IR mode
- Custom Picture Menu
  C1: Normal (BT.709 Normal / BT.709)
  C2 to C6: USER02 to USER06
- Look Settings
  Standard
  (Adjustment: Sharpness, Contrast, Colour Depth)
- Colour Matrix Settings
  Neutral: accurate colour reproduction
  Video: Higher contrast colour reproduction
- Infrared Shooting Mode
  Yes (green or white)
- Built-in IR Lamp
  Yes, in detachable Handle Unit.
  Wavelength: 850nm (near-Infrared)
Audio
- Recording Format
  MPEG-2 AAC-LC (16-bit 2ch) / LPCM (16-bit 4ch)
- Audio Control
  Manual/Auto
  Independent 2ch Line/Mic/Mic+48V input;
  Independent level control per channel (-∞ to +18 dB);
  Independent audio limiters (2 ch);
  Input mic trimming
- Reference Tone
  1KHz, -12dB / -18dB / -20dB / Off
- Microphone Attenuation
  On/Off (20dB)
- Microphone Level Meter
  Yes
Accessories
- Supplied
  Lens hood with barrier, Mic holder unit, Handle Unit, Battery Pack BP-820, USB Power Adapter PD-E1, AC Cable
- Optionals
  Canon Battery Pack BP-820/BP-828, Canon Battery Charger CG-800E/CG-800, Canon HDMI cable HTC-100/HTC-100S, Canon Tele Converter TL-H58, Canon Wide Attachment WA-H58, Canon Shoulder Strap SS-600/SS-650, Wrist Strap WS-20, Canon PROTECT Filter 58mm, Canon ND4-L Filter 58mm, Canon ND8-L Filter 58mm, Canon GPS Receiver GP-E2, Canon Remote Controller RC-V100, Canon Battery Video Light VL-10Li/VL-10LiII, Canon Battery Pack BP-900 series (for VL-10Li/VL-10LiII), Canon Compact Power Adapter CA-910/920/930 (for charging BP-900 series), Canon Interface Cable IFC-300PCU/S / IFC-400PCU
Power Source
- Power Supply (Battery)
  Canon Battery Pack BP-820 (supplied), BP-828 (optional)
- Power Consumption
  UHD:
  MP4, 150Mbps 25.00P : Approx. 4.5W
  XF-AVC,160Mbps 25.00P : Approx 4.5W
  Full HD:
  MP4, 35Mbps 50.00P : Approx. 4.6W
  XF-AVC, 45Mbps 50.00P : Approx. 4.6W
- Recording Time
  UHD
  MP4: 150Mbps/25.00p: Max. 165 mins (BP-820), typical 95 mins /
  Max. 240 Mins, typical 140 mins ( Optional BP-828)
  XF-AVC: 160Mbps/25.00P: Max. 160 mins (BP-820), typical 95 mins.
  Max. 230 mins, typical 145 mins (Optional BP-828)
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions
  Approx. 109 x 84 x 182 mm (main body only)
  Approx. 131 x 180 x 231 mm
  (Including lens hood, BP-820, mic holder unit, and handle unit)
- Weight (Body Only)
  Approx. 750g
- Weight (Accessories)
  Approx.1140g
- Operating Temperature Range
  0ºC to +40ºC, 85% relative humidity