Sony HXR-NX80 Camcorder

Sony (4548736068285 / HXR-NX80) - 3D - AC adapter included - Batteries included - Built-in display - Built-in microphone - DC-in jack - Flip-out screen - Handheld remote control - HDMI - Image stabilizer

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Sony HXR-NX80 Camcorder

The Sony HXR-NX80 is a professional handheld camcorder that delivers exceptional image quality, advanced video capabilities, and versatile connectivity options. Designed for filmmakers, event videographers, and broadcast professionals, this model combines Sony’s renowned sensor technology with a robust set of features tailored to demanding shooting environments.

Key Imaging Specifications

  • Sensor: 14.2‑megapixel CMOS sensor delivering sharp detail and low‑noise performance across a wide dynamic range.
  • Lens: Fixed 12× optical zoom (equivalent to 32.8–393.6 mm). The lens is equipped with a 2.8 f/stop aperture, ensuring excellent light gathering for low‑light situations.
  • Image Stabilization: Built‑in electronic image stabilizer compensates for handheld shake, enabling smooth footage even in challenging conditions.
  • Maximum Resolution: 4K Ultra HD (3840 × 2160) at up to 120 fps. Supports Full HD 1080p and HD 720p modes as well.
  • Shutter Speed: Fastest shutter speed of 1/10,000 s for crisp motion capture and creative control over exposure.
  • Minimum Illumination: 1.7 lux, allowing shooting in relatively dim environments without excessive noise.

Audio Capabilities

  • Built‑in Microphone: High‑quality stereo microphone with Dolby Digital 2.0 processing.
  • XLR Input: Dedicated XLR mic input for professional audio capture, supporting balanced line levels.
  • Audio Formats: LPCM and PCM digital audio (16‑bit/48 kHz) with support for Dolby Digital 2.0 encoding.
  • Headphone Output: 3.5 mm jack for real‑time monitoring during recording.

Display and Viewfinder

  • Flip‑Out LCD Screen: 3.5‑inch (8.79 cm) high‑resolution display with 1,560,000 pixels for clear framing from any angle.
  • Electronic Viewfinder: 0.39‑inch screen with 2,360,000 pixels, providing a bright and detailed preview in low‑light conditions.
  • Touchscreen Functionality: Enables intuitive menu navigation, focus adjustment, and playback control directly on the display.

Storage and Media Compatibility

  • Memory Card Slots: Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots allow for extended recording time or simultaneous backup.
  • Recording Formats: AVCHD, H.264 (AVC), MPEG‑4, and H.264/MPEG‑4 AVC with variable bit rates up to 120 fps.
  • Remote Control: Wireless handheld remote for start/stop recording, playback, and focus control.

Power and Battery Life

  • Battery Type: Rechargeable NP‑FV70A lithium‑ion battery (7.4 V).
  • Runtime: Approximately 4.4 hours of continuous recording on a single charge.
  • AC Adapter Included: Allows for uninterrupted operation during long shoots or live broadcasts.

Connectivity and Wireless Features

  • USB Interface: Micro‑USB 2.0 port for data transfer, firmware updates, and tethered shooting.
  • HDMI Output: Full‑size HDMI port supports real‑time monitoring on external displays or capture devices.
  • Wi‑Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n): Enables wireless file transfer, remote control via smartphone apps, and live streaming capabilities.
  • NFC: Near‑Field Communication for quick pairing with compatible devices.

Physical Dimensions and Ergonomics

  • Weight: 1.32 kg (including battery), making it lightweight enough for extended handheld use.
  • Dimensions: Height 181.5 mm, width 130 mm, depth 287 mm – compact form factor without sacrificing control ergonomics.
  • Lens Hood and Filter Size: 62‑mm filter thread; lens hood included to reduce flare and protect the glass.

Advanced Features for Professional Workflows

  • High Dynamic Range (HDR): Supports HDR recording, capturing a broader range of luminance for cinematic color grading.
  • White Balance Modes: Auto, Indoor, One‑Push Outdoor, and custom presets provide flexibility in varied lighting conditions.
  • 3D Recording: Dual‑lens configuration allows simultaneous capture of stereoscopic footage for immersive experiences.
  • 10‑Bit Video Support: Enables richer color depth and smoother gradations when combined with compatible codecs.

Conclusion

The Sony HXR-NX80 Camcorder stands out as a versatile, high‑performance tool for professionals who demand superior image quality, robust audio capture, and flexible connectivity. Its 4K recording capability, extensive lens zoom range, and built‑in stabilization make it ideal for everything from live event coverage to cinematic storytelling.


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Brand Sony

SONY is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation that specialises in electronics, gaming, entertainment and financial services. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. SONY is one of the leading manufacturers of electronic products and is well-known for its gaming consoles, televisions and digital cameras.
Model Sony HXR-NX80
MPN Sony HXR-NX80
ID 7429457
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
3D
Indicates whether the product has built‑in support for 3‑dimensional (3D) content or displays. A value of "Yes" means the device can render or display 3D images, videos, or games; a value of "No" means it does not have native 3D capability.
Yes
AC adapter included
Indicates whether the product comes with an AC power adapter included in the package. A value of "Yes" means a charger is supplied, while "No" indicates that no charger is provided and the user must obtain one separately.
Yes
Audio formats supported
A list of audio codecs and file formats that the product can play or output, such as AAC, MP3, FLAC, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc. Each value represents a supported combination of compression technology and file extension.
LPCM
Audio system
Specifies the audio system installed or supported by the product, such as Dolby Audio, SonicMaster, MaxxAudio Pro, or other proprietary audio processing technologies. The value is a free‑text string that identifies the main audio engine or brand used for sound playback and processing.
Dolby Digital 2.0
Batteries included
Indicates whether the product comes with batteries included in the package. A value of "Yes" means that batteries are supplied, while a value of "No" indicates that no batteries are provided and must be purchased separately.
Yes
Battery technology
The chemical composition or classification of a battery, such as lithium‑ion, lithium‑polymer, nickel‑metal hydride, sealed lead acid, alkaline, zinc‑air, etc. It indicates the type of electrochemical reaction that stores and delivers energy in the device.
Lithium
Battery type
The chemical composition or classification of a battery, such as alkaline, lithium‑ion, NiMH, or lead‑acid. It indicates the energy storage technology used in the product and helps users identify compatibility with devices that require specific battery chemistries.
NP-FV70A
Battery voltage
The electrical potential difference supplied to or measured across a battery’s terminals, expressed in volts (V). It represents the battery’s nominal operating voltage and is used to match power sources, chargers, and devices that require a specific voltage level.
7.4 V
Battery weight
The mass of a battery expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It indicates how heavy the battery is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
287 g
Built-in display
Indicates whether the product includes a built‑in screen or display unit that can be used directly for viewing content, such as an integrated monitor on a laptop or a built-in display on appliances. A value of "Yes" means the device has such a display; a value of "No" means it does not.
Yes
Built-in microphone
Indicates whether the product includes a built‑in stereo microphone, i.e., a single integrated microphone that captures sound from two channels for higher audio fidelity. A value of "Yes" means such a microphone is present; "No" indicates it is absent.
Yes
Cables included
A list of the cable types that are supplied with the product, such as USB, HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, LAN (RJ‑45), SATA, audio or other relevant connectors.
USB
Camcorder media type
The types of storage media that a camcorder can use to record or store video and audio data, such as memory cards (SD, microSD), hard disk drives, solid‑state drives, or other removable media. This attribute helps buyers understand what devices they need to purchase or replace for recording and playback.
Memory card
Camcorder tape type
Indicates the type of recording medium supported by a camcorder, such as magnetic tape or digital formats. The value describes whether the device can record to tape, does not support tape, or uses a specific tape format like XDCAM.
No
Camcorder type
The physical configuration of a camcorder, indicating whether it is handheld, shoulder‑mounted, or another type of body design. This attribute helps buyers understand how the device is intended to be carried and operated.
Handheld camcorder
Camera shutter speed
The duration that a camera’s shutter remains open to expose the sensor or film, expressed in seconds or fractions of a second (e.g., 1/2000 s). It determines how motion is captured and affects exposure; shorter times freeze action while longer times allow more light for low‑light situations.
1/10000
Closest focusing distance
The minimum distance at which a camera lens can focus on an object while maintaining sharpness and clarity. It is expressed as a linear measurement (e.g., meters or centimeters) and indicates how close the subject can be to the sensor before the image becomes out of focus.
0.01 m
Colour
The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
Black
Compatible memory cards
List of the memory card types that a device can read or write, such as MicroSD (TransFlash), SD, MMC, CompactFlash, and others. Each value represents a format that the device’s slot or reader supports for storage expansion.
SD,SDHC,SDXC
DC-in jack Yes
Diagonal display
The measurement of a display’s diagonal, expressed in inches or centimeters. It represents the overall visual area available for content and is commonly used to compare monitors, televisions, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices.
3.5"
Display LCD
Display diagonal 8.79 cm (3.46")
Display resolution
The pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates how many pixels are used to render visual content and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
1560000 pixels
Experience level
The proficiency or experience required to effectively use a product, typically expressed as categories such as Beginner, Advanced, or Expert. It helps users determine whether the product matches their skill level and ensures appropriate usage.
Advanced
Filter size 62 mm
Flip-out screen
Indicates whether the device has a screen that can be rotated or flipped out from its main body, allowing easier viewing of images or video while shooting. The value is "Yes" if such a feature exists and "No" otherwise.
Yes
Focal length
The distance between the optical center of a lens and its image plane, expressed in millimetres. It can be a single value for fixed‑focal lenses or a range indicating the minimum and maximum focal lengths covered by zoom optics. This measurement helps users understand the field of view and zoom capability of cameras, lenses, and other optical devices.
32.8 - 393.6 mm
Focal length range
The minimum and maximum focal lengths that a camera lens or optical system can cover, expressed in millimetres (mm). It indicates the zoom capability of the device and helps users understand the field‑of‑view range available.
9.3 - 111.6 mm
Focus adjustment
Specifies whether the camera’s focusing system operates automatically or requires manual adjustment. Common values include "Auto", "Manual", and combinations such as "Auto/Manual".
Auto/Manual
FPS in Full HD
The number of video frames displayed or recorded each second, measured in frames per second (fps). It indicates how smoothly motion is captured or shown and affects the visual quality of video playback or recording.
120
Handheld remote control
Indicates whether a handheld device can be operated from a distance using an external remote control such as infrared, Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi. A value of "Yes" means the product supports remote operation; "No" indicates it does not.
Yes
HD type
The pixel dimensions of a product’s screen, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the total number of pixels that compose the display and is used to assess image sharpness and clarity across devices such as monitors, TVs, laptops, and cameras.
4K Ultra HD
HDMI
A list of the HDMI ports available on the product, each entry indicating the number of ports and their specific HDMI version or additional features (e.g., "2 x HDMI 2.0b", "1 x HDMI 1.4 with CEC"). This attribute helps users understand both the quantity and capabilities of the HDMI connections.
Yes
Headphone outputs
Represents how many separate headphone output ports a product provides, such as the number of 3.5 mm jacks or other audio connectors available for headphones or earphones.
1
Height
The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
181.5 mm
Image stabilizer
Indicates whether the device includes an image stabilization system, either optical or electronic, that reduces camera shake to produce sharper photos and smoother video recordings.
Yes
Lens cap included
Indicates whether a lens cap is supplied with the product. A value of "Yes" means a lens cap is included in the package, while "No" indicates that no lens cap is provided and must be purchased separately.
Yes
Lens hood
Indicates whether a camera lens or accessory includes a protective hood that covers the front element to reduce flare, glare and accidental contact with the glass.
Yes
Maximum battery life
The longest period a device can operate on a single charge before needing to be recharged, expressed in standard time units such as hours or minutes.
4.4 h
Maximum video resolution
The highest pixel dimensions that a device can output or support for video playback or recording, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the maximum resolution available for visual content on the product.
3840 x 2160 pixels
Memory slots
The number of physical memory slots that are present and available for installing RAM modules in a device. This count indicates how many separate memory sticks can be installed or upgraded.
2
Microphone connectivity
Indicates the types of microphone connections available on a product, such as XLR, 3.5 mm jack, USB‑C, Lightning or wireless options. The value may list one or more connection types separated by commas.
XLR
Minimum illumination 1.7 lx
Near field communication
Indicates whether the product supports Near‑Field Communication (NFC), a short‑range wireless technology that allows data exchange between devices when they are in close proximity.
Yes
Optical zoom
The multiplier that indicates how many times an image or field of view is enlarged by the optical system of a camera, lens or other imaging device. The value is expressed as a plain number with an optional "x" suffix (e.g., 2x, 5x). It represents the ratio between the magnified and the original size and does not include digital zoom effects.
12 x
Pictbridge
Indicates whether the product can send images directly to a printer that supports the PictBridge standard without requiring an intermediate computer.
No
Rechargeable
Indicates whether the product contains a rechargeable battery or can be recharged via an external charger, allowing operation without disposable batteries.
Yes
Recording format
The format in which a video device records footage, such as AVCHD, XAVC, CinemaDNG, or Full HD MPEG‑2. Each value represents a codec and/or resolution combination supported by the camera’s recording system.
AVCHD
Remote controlled
Indicates whether a product can be operated from a distance using an external device such as a handheld remote, smartphone app or other wireless controller. The value is typically "Yes" if the product supports remote operation and "No" otherwise.
Yes
Resolución
The number of megapixels captured by a camera’s sensor, expressed as a single numeric value (e.g., 12.3 MP). This metric indicates the overall detail and clarity that the camera can record in still images or video frames.
14.2 MP
S-Video out
Indicates whether the product includes an S‑Video output port, allowing analog video signals to be transmitted via a standard RCA connector.
No
Sensor type CMOS
Supported video modes 1080p,2160p
Type of Storage SD Card
Video formats supported
A list of video file formats that the product can play or record, including both the compression codec and the file extension. Each value represents a valid combination of technology and format supported by the device’s hardware or software.
AVC,AVCHD,H.264,MPEG4
Video resolutions
The pixel dimensions of a video image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the resolution that a device can display or record.
1280 x 720,1440 x 1080,1920 x 1080,3840 x 2160 pixels
Viewfinder
The type or presence of a viewfinder on the camera. It indicates whether the device has a built‑in optical or electronic viewfinder, and if so, what kind it is (e.g., real image finder, electronic viewfinder, etc.). Values can be "Yes" for a standard viewfinder, "No" when none is available, or a descriptive string that specifies the viewfinder model or feature.
2360000 pixels
Viewfinder screen size
The diagonal measurement of a camera’s viewfinder display, expressed in inches or centimeters. It indicates the overall visual area available for composing shots and is commonly used to compare cameras, camcorders, and other optical devices.
0.39"
Viewfinder type
The type of viewfinder used in a camera or similar device, such as optical, electronic, hybrid, pentaprism, or pentamirror. It indicates how the photographer sees through the camera and can affect image quality, field of view, and usability.
Electronic
Warranty card Yes
Weight
The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
1.32 kg
White balance
The set of white‑balance settings available for a camera or imaging device. Each mode adjusts the color temperature and tint to compensate for different lighting conditions (e.g., Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Tungsten). The attribute may contain a single value or a list of selectable modes.
Auto, Indoor, One push, Outdoor
Wi-Fi
Indicates whether the product has built‑in Wi‑Fi capability, allowing it to connect to wireless networks without requiring external adapters or dongles.
52mm
Wi-Fi standards
A list of the wireless networking protocols and frequency bands that a device can connect to, such as 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi‑Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) or Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax). The values are typically separated by commas and may include both the technical name and a consumer‑friendly label.
IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n
Width
The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
130 mm

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