The Sony HXR-NX5U is a professional NXCAM solid-state camcorder engineered to provide an ideal balance of power and performance for content creators embracing digital workflows. As Sony's first professional AVCHD camcorder, it utilizes the efficient MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec to record stunning 1920 x 1080 full high-definition images at up to 24Mbps, with support for 1080/60i, 1080/30p, 1080/24p, and 720/60p recording modes. The camcorder features a state-of-the-art Sony G Lens with 20x optical zoom (29.5-590mm 35mm equivalent) and a fast f/1.6 maximum aperture, complemented by three 1/3-inch Exmor CMOS sensors with ClearVid array technology that deliver exceptional resolution, color reproduction, and low-light sensitivity down to 1.5 lux.

Designed for maximum workflow flexibility, the HXR-NX5U features dual memory card slots compatible with Memory Stick PRO Duo and SDHC media, enabling relay recording for up to six hours of continuous HD footage when using two 32GB cards. Professional audio capabilities include dual XLR inputs with +48V phantom power and linear PCM uncompressed audio recording for CD-quality sound. This complete package includes the supplied ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone, which mounts directly on the camera and provides focused directional audio capture superior to the internal microphone. The camcorder offers comprehensive connectivity with HD-SDI and HDMI outputs, SMPTE time code in/out, built-in GPS for location data tagging, and compatibility with the optional HXR-FMU128 128GB flash memory unit for hybrid recording and extended 11-hour HD capture. A 3.2-inch XtraFine LCD touchscreen with 921,000 pixels and a high-resolution 0.45-inch electronic viewfinder provide exceptional monitoring capabilities, while three built-in ND filters (1/4, 1/16, 1/64) and three independent manual control rings offer precise creative control.