Sony FX5 Cinema Camera: Sony’s new cinema camera has been launched. Know the price and all the new features of this camera equipped with 5K video, AI processor and Open Gate recording.
Sony FX5 Launched: Veteran tech company Sony has launched the new powerful camera of its popular cinema line, Sony FX5, in the market from Wednesday, July 22. The new camera is not just an update, but has brought a huge change in the way we shoot videos. It is considered amazing for content creators and video makers. If you were using Sony FX3 or any other DSLR or mirrorless camera till now, then the features of Sony FX5 may impress you. Let us know what is so special about Sony FX5 and what is its price…
Sony FX5 Camera: 5 amazing features of this new camera
5K video and super slow-motion
This camera has a new 16.6 megapixel full-frame sensor and the new BIONZ XR2 chipset which comes with smart AI capabilities. You can shoot videos in 5K quality at 60fps and 4K at 120fps right now. After the upcoming software update, it will also have the facility of super slow-motion recording in 5K 120fps and 4K 240fps.
Open Gate feature for vertical reels
The best feature for YouTubers and Instagram influencers is Open Gate 3:2 recording. The advantage of this is that the camera uses the entire area of the sensor (width and height). When you shoot landscape (horizontal) video, you still have enough pixels and space to create great vertical (9:16) reels without losing quality. That means, the work of both YouTube and Instagram will be done with a single shot!
16-bit RAW recording in camera
Often, for high-end cinematic videos, a heavy external recorder had to be installed separately. But with the Sony FX5 you can record 16-bit RAW video directly in the camera. This makes color grading during editing very easy and wonderful.
Super-clear footage even in the dark of night
This is Sony’s first FX camera which supports Dual Gain Shooting and Triple Base ISO (ISO 800, 4000, 12800). This means that even if you shoot video at night, in low light or under a street light, your footage will not appear blurry or grainy. The video will come out very clear, bright and crisp.
Smart AI autofocus and other features
- The AI human pose tracking feature is also amazing. This camera detects the human body movement and keeps the focus locked on it. Even if someone is running or turns, the focus will not be disturbed.
- It has a large 3.5 inch and rotatable (Fully Articulated) touchscreen. There is also an in-built cooling fan to keep the camera from overheating during long shoots.
- It has a new and larger NP-SA100 battery for long-term shooting.
Sony FX5 price
Sony has introduced this new camera in the premium segment. Talking about the price, the price of only ‘body-only’ model of Sony FX5 has been kept at $4,900 (about Rs 4.10 lakh). At the same time, if you buy it with XLR-H2 audio handle, then you will have to pay $5,500 (about ₹ 4.60 lakh) for it.
When will Sony FX5 Camera be available?
Sony FX5 will be available for sale in the market from mid-August. If you are waiting for this, then keep in mind that the old Sony FX3 will also continue to be sold in the market, the company is not discontinuing it.