Who is the Sony - FDR-AX700 for?
Budget-tier camcorder. The 66.2 score sits in C-tier (58–67) — the formula flags meaningful weaknesses against premium peers.
Reasonable if cost is the deciding factor and the spec weaknesses don’t matter for your use. Check the spec table carefully before buying.
Mars Score is computed from 7 measured specs against the transparent formula for the camcorders category. No editorial picks, no paid placement.
At a glance
- Max video
- 4K30
- Optical zoom
- 12
- Sensor size
- 1"
- Weight
- 934g
All specifications
Video
- Max video
- 4K30
- Optical zoom
- 12
Audio
- XLR input
- false
- Headphone jack
- true
Design
- Weight
- 934 g
- Articulating screen
- true
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Frequently asked
What is the Mars Score for Sony - FDR-AX700?+
Sony - FDR-AX700 scores 66.2 on the transparent Mars Score formula for camcorders, computed from its published specs against the category's weighted normalization.
What category does Sony - FDR-AX700 belong to?+
Sony - FDR-AX700 is a Sony camcorder catalogued in the Camcorders category.
When was Sony - FDR-AX700 released?+
Sony - FDR-AX700 was released on 2017-12-01.
What is the max video of Sony - FDR-AX700?+
Sony - FDR-AX700 has a max video of 4K30.
What is the optical zoom of Sony - FDR-AX700?+
Sony - FDR-AX700 has a optical zoom of 12.
What is the sensor size of Sony - FDR-AX700?+
Sony - FDR-AX700 has a sensor size of 1".
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