10 different "scene" options for use in different lighting environments, plus 5x digital zoom
Records directly to SDXC cards (up to 128 GB) for longer recording times
Simple one-touch recording
Rotatable full-color touchscreen LCD
Support for five HD video modes, up to 2304 x 1296 pixels (3M HD), plus two WVGA modes
Video bit rates of up to 24 Mbps for advanced image quality and frame rates of up to 60 frames per second (at 720p) for capturing fast action video
Self-timer function to capture video with 3, 5, or 10-second delays
HDMI video output for connection to HD TVs, selectable between NTSC and PAL
Video and audio content in MOV format
Can be used as a standalone audio recorder, stores data in AAC and WAV formats up to 24-bit / 96 kHz
Built-in stereo microphones can be configured for A/B or X/Y recording with sound levels up to 140 dB SPL
Analogue-style level control with on-screen level meter and 2-colour status LCD on lens
3 Auto Gain presets for automatic control over audio input level
Stereo input for external devices as well as support for audio power supply
Headphone / line-level output and built-in speakers for fast audio monitoring
Low-cut filter to eliminate low-frequency noise and drone
USB interface for live streaming and data transfer
Compatible with USTREAM Producer, Flash Live Media Encoder, Skype and other popular streaming applications
Webcam and USB microphone function (with low latency direct monitoring), in use with computer or iPads (Apple Camera Connection Kit required for use with iPad)
Built-in standard tripod thread and including tripod-to-3-pin adapter for compatibility with all action camera mounts
The Q4n's built-in microphones can be reconfigured very easily between an A / B and an X / Y stereo recording.
But, what is actually the difference?
A / B recording
A / B provides a vivid stereo image and a realistic sense of space and atmosphere. Ideal if you want to record the reverberation of a concert hall, for example. It is also good for situations where you want to record the sound of people speaking in different parts of the room.
X / Y recording
X / Y stereo recording captures audio with a natural depth and width but still provides a robust stereo centre. So ideal for live music recording and video blogging.
