Sony FX6
ModelSony FX6
ShutterElectronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
IprocBIONZ XR
VidrecordXAVC S, XAVC HS
4K up to 120 fps,
1080p up to 120 fps, RAW output 4.2K 16bit
Rearlcd3.5" 1.44M dots (1280 x 720 pixels) touchscreen
variable-angle monitor
BatteryBP-U35 (from the original box) · BP-U70 · BP-U100 Li-ion
Interface avoutHDMI A, ⌀3.5 mm audio jack
Interface dataUSB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC 3
Body comp-featsActive Mode optical image stabilization, Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation, Anti-Dust System
Dimensions129.7 by 77.8 by 84.5 mm (5.11 by 3.06 by 3.33 in)
CompflashMi Shoe Mount (for digital microphones)
LensInterchangeable lens
MakerSony
DateNovember 17, 2020 (age 5)
PriceMSRP: USD 5999 (body)
Made inChina
Lens mountSony E-mount
SensorFull frame
Exmor R CMOS SensorFull frame
Sensor makerSony
Res12 megapixels
4240 × 2832
SpeedrangeISO 40-409600
Dual Base ISO Modes:S-Log 3 · Low Base ISO 800 · High Base ISO 12,800
StorageDual Slot SD · SDHC · SDXC · CFexpress A · UHS-II · UHS-I · CFexpress
Flashn/a
Weight890 g (1.96 lb)
excluding battery, memory card and XLR handle, grip, handle, monitor

The Sony FX6 (ILME-FX6) is a full-frame mirrorless, interchangeable-lens, semi-professional cinema camera announced on 17 November 2020.[1] The model is positioned between the smaller Sony ILME-FX3 and larger Sony PXW-FX9.

Features

Inherited features from former models

The Sony FX6 is a successor of similar models such as NEX-FS700, PXW-FS5M2 – although earlier models focused on Super 35 shooting mode (APS-C sensor).

  • Focused on one man operation, comfortable, handheld operation with multiple 1/4" mounting screw points, which allows users to use cages and accessories mounted on the camera
  • Previous S35 (Super 35) sensor size had worse signal-to-noise ratio
  • 19V power adapter for no time limit operation

Basic camera specifications of FX6

  • Full-frame sensor with 12.9 Mpx[2]
  • Cinema style shooting with DCI 4K option (17:9 aspect ratio)
  • True 24p shooting for movie
  • RAW 16bit output capability through 12G SDI and HDMI
  • Dynamic range of 15+ stops
  • Integrated Electronic Variable ND Filter
  • Dual base ISO of 800 or a high-sensitivity 12,800 ISO for lower-light capture
  • 409,600 maximum ISO for true low-light settings.[3]
  • Compatibility with BP-class battery type

Cinematic recording

The FX6 introduced S-Cinetone (from Sony VENICE), a video pre-set used by Sony's cinema cameras.

Video resolutions and modes

PAL modes and NTSC modes has different Recording Frame Rates and Record Settings.

FF scanning mode Selectable movie modes in CINE EI (S-Gamut3.Cine/S-Log-3, S-Gamut3/S-Log-3)
FormatFrame sizeFrame RateColor sampling / Color spaceMaximum Bitrate
DCI 4K
XAVC Intra 4K4096 x 2160 px59.94p4:2:2 10bit600 Mbit
50p500 Mbit
29.97p300 Mbit
25p250 Mbit
24p240 Mbit
23.976p240 Mbit
4K (QFHD)
XAVC Intra 4K3840 x 2160 px59.94p4:2:2 10bit600 Mbit
50p500 Mbit
29.97p300 Mbit
25p250 Mbit
23.976p240 Mbit
4K (QFHD)
XAVC Long 4K3840 x 2160 px59.94p4:2:0 8bit156 Mbit
50p156 Mbit
29.97p100 Mbit
25p100 Mbit
23.976p100 Mbit
1080p (FHD)
XAVC Intra HD1920 x 1080 px59.94p4:2:2 10bit222 Mbit
50p224 Mbit
29.97p111 Mbit
25p112 Mbit
23.976p89 Mbit
1080p (FHD)
XAVC Long HD1920 x 1080 px59.94p4:2:2 10bit35 Mbit
50p
29.97p
25p
23.976p

See also

References

  1. ^ .com/content/sony/en/en_us/SCA/company-news/press-releases/sony-electronics/2020/sony-electronics-launches-fx6-fullframe-professional-camera-to-expand-its-cinema-line.html "Sony Electronics Launches FX6 Full-frame Professional Camera to Expand its Cinema Line". Sony Corporation of America. 17 November 2020. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
  2. ^ "Sony FX6 - 4 K Full-Frame Camcorder R Sensor (few items in stock)". broadcaststoreeurope.com. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
  3. ^ "Sony FX6 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Body Only) ILME-FX6V B&H". Retrieved 1 December 2023.