Review: Sony FDR AX53 4K camcorder

In this video I review Sony's AX53 4K camcorder which has succeeded the AX33. The video includes sample shots, demos of the stabilisation modes including the new "Intelligent Active" mode, low light performance compared to the AX33 is examined and an overall conclusion is summed up from the various features and aspects of the camcorder.

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[migzmgm]

For the love of me, I can't even fathom why you have minimal subscribers as you have the most excellent reviews in YouTube with regards to electronic gadgets - especially cameras. Keep it up sir, we your subscribers, are truly appreciative of your reviews. thank you very much.

[Timsvideochannel]

I've been using this camera for over two years now. It gets a lot of use, sometimes a bit rough, I've used it in heavy rain, the lens can mist up in very damp condition's, but soon clears. This is an excellent camera, the only thing I would add to your review is, always use an daylight filter to protect the lens. As a user of the camera I found your review both accurate and honest, well worth a thumbs up.

[WilliamCooper]

i got about halfway through the review, thinking something seems familiar... then my slow brain realised you are the some person from cruising the cut, of which a few very nice scenic and well narrated videos I have watched: no wonder the quality is so good!

[maxmustermann]

nice review! looks like the perfect camcorder update for my dad.

[TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Not sure if I'm going to rush out and replace my AX33 just yet. Great review as always.

[BenjaminEmm]

Would you recommend this camera still in 2022? I've been toying with the idea of getting it, but it strikes me as the golden boy of 2016 and then not a lot has come out to challenge it/improve it since then. I want something that would work well for documentaries (amateur) and wonder if this - or something else - is the best choice.

[MarylandCloakedSinger]

Excellent video, verbal description is tech writer quality, very concise. thanks.

[Johnmacuser]

I've had my AX-53 for about 2 years and love it. The only thing that I would like to have is more control over the zoom function. The variable speed lever on the top of the camera is difficult to move accurately. If you are very careful, you can create a very nice, sloooow zoom. But, the small lever makes that difficult to achieve. The touchscreen control on the view screen is easy to use, but it has a fixed zoom rate. It would be nice to have: 1. an easier to use manual zoom control; 2) a touch screen zoom with a rate that could be varied; or 3) an external, variable speed zoom controller (like the pro cameras have.) The only other issue I have with the camera is when I put on a polarizing or ND filter that is too deep. When the image stabilization moves the lens assembly I sometimes see some darkening in the corners of the frame. This usually only happens when I am using both filters at the same time. Great camera—Highly recommended!

[costiniucmircea]

It is a very good room. I have been using it since it came out and I am very pleased with it !!

[wildwoodtop]

Best review on YouTube by far! Straight to the point! Covering the features and their usefulness Without rambling you could do this if you're doing that or if you want to do this you could use this 🙄😋

[Gulliveck]

Only the priority modes - boo! Did I miss you telling about the "exposure" slider that allows to lock brightness, but the camera juggles aperture/shutter/ND behind the scenes?

[hovermotion]

wow cams have come a long way in the last 10 years...Great review...I think I will get this cam over the panasonic close match...

[seanjamescameron]

Well I've only gone and done it. After many days of thinking I've purchased this camera and did so via your amazon link so hopefully you'll earn a few pennies from it as well. Thanks.

[BAdventures]

Good review. Plenty of helpful info on piratical use 👍

[AwesomeShotStudios]

Nicely reviewed. Thanks for putting this together.

[stevehutchesson]

A toy worth owning is the Sony remote control and the tripod it comes with. You can turn the camera on and off with it, start and stop recording and it has a very good slow zoom that you can switch on and off. You can also turn grid lines on and off if the horizon line matters. The tripod has a very good head on it but sad to say the tripod is not rigid enough for high magnification. The remote is detachable and can be used without the Sony tripod. This makes it easy enough to us a professional tripod where you can still use all of the controls with it. Excellent review that I found useful when I first bought the AX53. The Sony part number is VCT-VPR1 and in OZ where I live it cost just over $200 AU direct from Sony.

[xradrd]

I’m trying to decide between the AX 53 and the AX 700. Does anyone know if there is a difference in stabilization between the two when filming in 4K????

[Trojan]

Great review to decide on new camcorder. Have you used it to record an air show?

[videobyredjade]

Thank you for this review - very useful for me!

[jacintashanae]

Nice review. Does The AX53 come with a charger? Also, what programs is it compatible with to edit video footage? Only MAC or windows Friendly?