Canon
XA70
1-inch 4K professional camcorder with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 15x f/2.8–4.5 zoom, built-in 3-stop ND, dual XLR, and XF-AVC/MP4.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Sony
HXR-NX800
AI-powered NXCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x zoom, 4K60/120p HLG, variable ND, RTMP/SRT streaming, and Cinema Line color match.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
HXR-NX800 is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
XA70
Wins
HXR-NX800
14 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BHXR-NX800 has higher Resolution (14 MP vs 8.29 MP)
- AXA70 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 759)
- AXA70 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 94 %)
- AXA70 has lower AF low-light limit (-6.5 EV vs -4 EV)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareXA70
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
HXR-NX800
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
XA70 and HXR-NX800 share virtually identical body dimensions.
XA70 and HXR-NX800 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm XA70 · 72mm HXR-NX800
Sensor size, to scale
XA70
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
HXR-NX800
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
XA70
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
HXR-NX800
Resolution
14 MP vs 8.29 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XA70
Pros
- ✓1-inch 8.29MP sensor + DIGIC DV6
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face tracking
- ✓15x 25.5–382.5mm f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓Built-in 3-stop ND + Wide DR look
- ✓Dual XLR + IR shooting + UVC
Cons
- –No SDI (HDMI only)
- –Premium over XA65
- –Fixed lens only
- –8-bit 4:2:0 recording
HXR-NX800
Pros
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓20x 24–480mm f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓Variable electronic ND filter
- ✓2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi + RTMP/SRT streaming
Cons
- –No SDI (HDMI only on NX800)
- –Heavier than palm-cam Z90
- –Premium over FDR-AX700
- –Requires learning AI AF settings
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, XA70 or HXR-NX800?
XA70 scores 8.5/10 versus 8.0/10 for HXR-NX800 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the XA70 and HXR-NX800?
XA70 is 8.29 MP and HXR-NX800 is 14 MP, so the HXR-NX800 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the XA70 and HXR-NX800 have in-body image stabilization?
XA70 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while HXR-NX800 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the XA70 or the HXR-NX800?
XA70 reaches 20 fps electronic. HXR-NX800 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the XA70 and HXR-NX800?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the XA70 and HXR-NX800 record 4K video?
XA70: 4K up to 60p. HXR-NX800: 4K up to 60p.
Are the XA70 and HXR-NX800 weather sealed?
XA70: Yes. HXR-NX800: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the XA70 and 640 shots for the HXR-NX800, giving the HXR-NX800 the edge.
How much does each cost?
XA70 launched at $2,499 and HXR-NX800 at $3,299. The XA70 is $800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.