Sony Announces New FX6 Cinema Line Full-frame Camera
November 19, 2020Sony has recently announced the ILME-FX6V (model # FX6), the latest device in their Cinema Line. This product echoes Sony’s expertise in imaging technology and appropriate pricing for filmmakers and content creators alike.
Sony’s Cinema Line of cameras includes the Venice and FX9 models. They deliver a coveted “filmic” look, created from extensive experience in digital cinema production. The body design is also advantageous, which is enhanced by extreme ruggedness and a user-friendly, customizable design.
The FX6 harnesses the power of Sony’s industry-leading Venice cinema camera and combines it with the best of Sony’s innovative Alpha mirrorless camera technology.
4K, Full-frame Cinematic Image Quality
The Alpha 7S III is the first camera to use this new technology and provides up to four times faster processing compared to the FS5 II. It features a 10.2 MP full-frame Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor with a 15+ stop wide dynamic range that is highly sensitive and low-noise.
The base sensitivity of FX6 is ISO 800 with an enhanced ability of ISO 12,800 – expandable to 409,600 – to help in situations of low and very low light conditions. The system is able to record in XAVC Long GOP, as well as XAVC All Intra 4K, for 4:2:2 image quality at up to 120 frames per second in 3840×2160.
FX6’s cinematic color technology is optimized for best results by capturing the most dynamic range possible from the sensor to add to the creative flexibility. With the color science of Venice, FX6 also allows producers to match footage from other Sony cameras such as the FX9.
Features include advanced video
FX6 offers Fast Hybrid AF by combining 627-point focal plane phase-detection AF with Real-time Eye AF in high frame rates and continuous AF. This allows camera operators to keep erratic subjects from escaping the shot in slow motion without a sound. Fast Hybrid AF works with more than 50 native E-mount lenses. The camera can also capture slow-motion up to four times slower than real time with 4K (QFHD) 120fps.
Users can choose between auto and manual density increments from 1/4 to 1/128 for perfectly exposed images without affecting the depth of field, even when lighting conditions are changing. Combined with the camera’s ultra-high sensitivity, the electronic variable ND filter gives photographers the control in a variety of shooting conditions.
Made for Content Creators
A tough, lightweight, and compact magnesium-alloy chassis measures just 4.6 inches (114 mm) by 6 inches (153 mm) by 4.5 inches (114 mm), weighs 1.96 pounds (0.89 kg), which is deal for shooting on the go. The FX6 additionally inherits the modular design of the FX1 and FX2, allowing users to easily connect a grip, a viewfinder, or mount the camera to a drone or other mechanical devices.
FX6’s 3.5-inch LCD Viewfinder can be used in multiple locations on the body for extra flexibility and convenient menu navigation with the Touch function. With a single touch, an onscreen menu gives camera operators quick access to common adjustments, including camera settings such as Codec, Imager Scan Mode, Picture Size and Frequency, Base ISO and Sensitivity, Shooting Mode and Audio Levels.
Professional-level Reliability
Designed with pros in mind, the FX6 includes a 12G-SDI output that also supports 16-bit RAW, HDMI, timecode in/out, built-in Wi-Fi and four channel audio recording (via XLR Interface, Multi-Interface Shoe and built-in Stereo Mic). With Catalyst Browse/Prepare, users can now import FX6’s image stabilization metadata into Catalyst Browse/Prepare.
The software also enables the system to give metadata when the lens has been rotated to the vertical mode, which eliminates the need to adjust the shot beforehand. The software is also able to slot in to the Sony Content Browser Mobile App to control focus, iris, and zoom without difficulty.
