The Canon XA40 is a professional handheld video camera equipped with a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor offering 3840 x 2160 native resolution. It supports 4K UHD recording up to 150 Mbps and Full HD up to 160 Mbps in XF-AVC format. Featuring a fixed 20x optical zoom lens with 29.3-601mm equivalent focal length and f/1.8-2.8 aperture, the camera includes dual SD card slots for simultaneous or relay recording. Professional audio capabilities comprise dual XLR inputs with phantom power and independent channel control. The 3.0-inch capacitive touchscreen LCD provides intuitive operation with focus assist tools. Additional features include 5-axis image stabilization with Dynamic IS, infrared mode for low-light conditions, timecode support, and a wide operating temperature range from -5°C to 45°C.