The Sony FX6 (ILME-FX6) is a full-frame mirrorless, interchangeable-lens, semi-professional cinema camera announced on 17 November 2020. 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 â 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
- 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.
- 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.
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