The Sony FX9 aka ‘baby VENICE’ featuring Sony VENICE color science! (supplied with Tilta Camera Cage with V-Mount) the FX9 features a full-frame, oversampled 6K Exmor R CMOS sensor that allows you to capture 4K images with cinematic depth of field. Supplied with Metabones PL or Wooden Camera LPL Mounts. The PXW-FX9 input and output features include 12G/6G-SDI and HDMI outputs for 4K video, a 3G-SDI output for HD, and genlock and timecode when using a multicamera setup.

The camera features a 15-stop dynamic range, supports dynamic HDR, hybrid log gamma mode (HLG), and records 10-bit 4:2:2 to dual XQD media card slots that support simultaneous and relay recording, as well as multiple backup recording modes that utilize proxy files. The camera can record UHD (3840 x 2160) and HD (1920 x 1080) internally at a selectable frame rate from 1 fps up to 60 fps in XAVC-I, XAVC-Long, and MPEG HD formats. Its 7-stop electronic variable ND filter can perform in auto or manual mode, smoothly adjusting from 1/4 to 1/128 density. The camera’s default S-Cinetone color look offers the same soft, vivid tone as with Sony’s VENICE camera.

And with the latest firmware updates, the camera can record HD at up to 180 fps, output 16-bit raw 4K/2K footage up to 180 fps, and record Quad Full HD (3840 x 2196) 120p raw via the separately available XDCA-FX9 Extension Unit and Atomos Ninja V+ Pro Kit. In addition to its wide dynamic range, its enhanced color and light features include a dual base ISO of 800/4000 with a maximum ISO up to 102,400, which is helpful when in low-light situations or using a slower lens. Other improvements with the latest firmware include white balance presets to counteract any green bias, user-created 3D LUTs, improved AF, audio improvements, USB tethering, T-value metadata, password enhancements, and an S35 2K imager scan mode.

• The addition of DCI 4K video format when selecting FF 6K, FF crop 5K, or S35 4K Imager Scan modes
• Support for user-created 3D LUTs
• Raw video output via the optional XDCA-FX9 Extension Unit
• High dynamic range (HDR) support via the addition of hybrid log gamma (HLG) modes
• 150 and 180 fps options for Slow and Quick Motion when Imager Scan mode is set to FF 2K
• Expanded ISO/Gain range up to ISO 102,400 or 27 dB, respectively
• Improvements to AF functionality
• Support for changing some settings via the status screen
• 6G-SDI output up to 4K30p; audio function improvements
• USB tethering support
• Iris indicator now able to show T values with compatible lenses
• Password security enhancements
• Boost to image quality in S35 2K Imager Scan mode

The PXW-FX9’s oversampled full-frame 6K sensor provides recording in DCI 4K, UHD, and HD resolutions. Powerful image processing with debayering and down-sampling ensures image quality beyond the limits of conventional Super 35mm sensors. The back-illuminated CMOS image sensor also uses Sony’s Exmor R technology for improved sensitivity and noise reduction. Compared to a 4K Super 35mm sensor, the FX9’s 6K sensor has over twice the surface area while providing a wider angle of view and shallower depth of field.

The FX9 offers an exceptional 15+ stops of dynamic range, allowing for creative freedom in color grading and post. Camera operators can concentrate on framing the scene they want while relying upon the FX9 to capture every nuance and detail using 4K 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording.

The FX9 features a base sensitivity of ISO 800, providing the optimal dynamic range for typical documentary applications such as shooting outside or in brightly lit interiors. A secondary high base sensitivity of ISO 4000 excels in low-light conditions such as early morning and evening shoots while maintaining superb image quality and whenever you’re using slow lenses. The FX9’s extended ISO range is 320 to 102,400.

Sony’s built-in electronic variable neutral density (ND) filter can be set to auto, or adjust filter density manually in smooth increments from 1/4 to 1/128 as you shoot, for perfectly exposed images without affecting depth of field as lighting conditions change. Use higher-density settings with a slower shutter speed for artistic effects.

Depending on the project, the FX9 has a selection of recording formats. XAVC-I with 422 10-bit quality at a highest 600 Mb/s in 60p. XAVC-Long for more longer recording time in smaller file size. The traditional MPEG HD codec is also available. All files will be recorded onto XQD media cards.

Choose your desired frame rate from 1 up to 60 fps for quick- and slow-motion footage. The FX9 creates an immersive image with a wide-angle look and shallower depth of field provided by its full-frame sensor in combination with quick and slow motion. It also offers a quality priority setting that maximizes Full HD slow-motion image quality with advanced oversampling technology.

S-Cinetone is the default look of FX9 that’s tuned to meet the requirements of today’s content creators with rich midrange colors, alluring facial tones, and a softer tonal look developed with the same expertise as Sony’s world-leading VENICE digital cinematography camera. S-Cinetone means that straight out of the camera your content looks fresh and vivid, with subjects that really stand out while retaining plenty of latitude in post-production, thanks to the high-performance full-frame image sensor.

The FX9 is equipped with various outputs including a 12G-SDI and an HDMI for 4K output. Also, it has a 3G-SDI for HD output to expand its monitoring flexibility. For multicamera operation, Genlock and TC In/Out terminals are available.

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Image Sensor Sensor Size 35.7 x 18.8 mm (Full-Frame) Sensor Type CMOS Sensor Resolution Actual: 20.5 Megapixel Effective: 19 Megapixel Color Filter Bayer Shutter Type Rolling Shutter ISO 800 to 4000 (Native) 320 to 102,400 (Expanded) Gain -3 to 18 dB Advertised Dynamic Range 15 Stops Signal-to-Noise Ratio 57 dB Camera Lens Mount Sony E-Mount Lens Communication Yes Interchangeable Lens Mount None Shutter Speed 1/1 to 1/8000 sec Shutter Angle 6 to 360° Built-In ND Filter 4 to 128 Stop Electronic ND Filter Built-In Microphone Type Mono Media/Memory Card Slot Slot 1: XQD Slot 2: XQD Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid Variable Frame Rates DCI 4K: 1 to 60 fps UHD: 1 to 60 fps 1080p: 1 to 180 fps 1080p (Windowed): 1 to 120 fps Internal Recording Recording Modes XAVC-I 4:2:2 10-Bit: 4096 x 2160p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3840 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (240 to 600 Mb/s) 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (89 to 222 Mb/s) 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (112 Mb/s) XAVC-L 4:2:2 10-Bit: 3840 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (100 to 150 Mb/s) 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps (25 to 50 Mb/s) 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s) MPEG HD422 4:2:2 10-Bit: 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (50 Mb/s) 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps (50 Mb/s) XAVC Proxy 4:2:0 10-Bit: 1920 x 1080p (9 Mb/s) 1280 x 720p (6 to 9 Mb/s) 640 x 360p (3 Mb/s) Gamma Curve HDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3, Standard Audio Recording XAVC: 4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio Proxy: 2-Channel AAC Audio Still Image Support Not Specified by Manufacturer External Recording Raw Output External Recorder In Raw Mode: 4096 x 2160 16-Bit at 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps 3840 x 2196 16-Bit at 100/120 fps 3840 x 2160 16-Bit at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 2048 x 1080 16-Bit at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/150/180 fps Interfaces Video Connectors 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Output 1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output 1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0) Output Audio Connectors 2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic/Line Level (+48 V Phantom Power) Input 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Stereo Headphone Output Other I/O 1 x BNC Genlock Data Input 1 x BNC Timecode Data Input/Output 1 x 2.5 mm LANC Control 1 x USB Micro-B USB 3.1 Gen 1 Data Wireless Interfaces 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Wi-Fi