Canon XA30 High Definition Professional Camcorder

The compact, affordable and versatile XA30 camcorder boasts a wide dynamic range, extensive controls and is ideal for discretely capturing accurate, professional-quality content for corporate videos, weddings and online use, among other applications – especially in challenging high-contrast lighting conditions.

Key Features:

• Wide 26.8 mm1, f/1.8-2.8 lens, 20x zoom with intelligent 5-axis OIS and Dynamic IS
• 1/2.84" HD CMOS Pro sensor with improved sensitivity for enhanced low-light performance and lower noise
• Wide DR mode (600%) and Highlight Priority mode2maintain highlight / shadow detail for a more natural image
• Dual-format recording: Full HD AVCHD (28Mbps) or MP4 (35Mbps) to 2 x SD cards
• Detachable handle with professional XLR inputs and built-in IR lamp
• 8.77cm (3.5") OLED touchscreen for excellent resolution, contrast and colour reproduction
• 1.56m dot EVF and 45°tilt for flexible shooting
• Fast and slow motion (x2 to x1200) with interval recording in MP4 mode
• Built-in dual band Wi-Fi for remote control, file transfer/upload and browser preview

First-class image quality and video processing performance
Utilising Canon's heritage in optical expertise and advanced technologies, the newly designed 1/2.84-type 2.91 Megapixel HD CMOS Pro sensor has enhanced sensitivity with improved signal-to-noise ratio. As a result, images are crisp and clear, even in low-light environments. Low-light shooting opportunities are further boosted by improved infrared performance, ideal for users capturing nocturnal wildlife or night-time documentaries.

20x zoom wide-angle lens
The 20x zoom wide-angle lens offers a 26.8–576mm (35mm equivalent) focal range and employs Canon's intelligent 5-axis Optical Image Stabilization System with Dynamic IS. The lens also features an 8 blade circular aperture to give enhanced 'bokeh'.

Wide Dynamic Range
Two new settings - Wide DR and Highlight Priority. In Wide DR mode, the cameras are able to achieve 600% dynamic range, resulting in bright images with high contrast that retain detail in both highlight and shadow areas, without the need for post-production. When using the Highlight Priority setting, users are able to produce footage with more natural tones and richer colours, particularly in areas of high brightness¹, perfect for scenes with bright skies and reflective surfaces.

Both models (XA30 and XA35) also feature slow and fast recording modes, supporting a range of shooting scenarios with interval recording options up to a maximum of 1200x normal speed.

Discreet and portable, ideal for on the move
Compact and lightweight, the XA30 is perfect for news gatherers and journalists who often need to record discreetly whilst on the move but don’t want to compromise on quality. The cameras are also exceptionally easy to use, featuring extensive automatic functions, ideal for corporate and education environments.

The XA30 has the same popular ergonomic design as seen in their predecessors, the XA20. Easily attached or removed to suit the shooting situation, the removable handle with professional audio XLR terminals provides maximum flexibility for users.

The camera also supports high quality AVCHD (up to 28Mbps) and MP4 (up to 35Mbps) file formats and includes dual SD card slots, providing instant back-up through simultaneous recording or the option for relay recording at longer events, ideal for wedding videographers.

The XA30 is dual-band Wi-Fi enabled which allow remote control of the camera, wireless file transfer/upload and browser preview, all with the use of a smartphone, tablet or computer. The camera is also compatible with Canon’s GP-E2 GPS receiver, meaning GPS data can be embedded in the metadata of video footage. This feature allows accurate recording of the location where footage was captured, ideal for both journalists and legal purposes.

*1 35mm equivalent
*2 Monitor brightness settings may need to be increased