Sony PXW-FX9 4K FF Camera

This camera is also capable of recording XAVC-I, XAVC-L and MPEG HD onto XQD cards.  By utilising the same S-Cinetone gamma curve as the Sony Venice, the FX9 achieves increased dynamic range and skin tones over regular Rec709.

Main Features

• Full-Frame 6K Sensor
• Fast Hybrid AF
• Dual Base ISO
• Cinematic Colour Science with S-Cinetone
• Electronic Variable ND Filter
• 4K 4:2:2 10bit Internal Recording
• 2 XQD Card Slots
• XAVC Intra / Long, MPEG HD422 Format
• Amongst many other updated features, this camera has a Dual Native ISO of 800 & 4000, Internal Variable ND, 15 Stops of Dynamic Range, Timecode in/out, Wifi for monitoring and menu changes through the appropriate Sony App.
• *Anamorphic capability with planned firmware update

Note that this camera can mount directly to APS-C (Sony E Mount Lenses) without using any adapter.

We are also including the ARRI Pro Set to allow for standard film accessories to be fitted. The ergonomic grip design for easy handling and operability, making it ideal for single shooter operation.

Interchangability of the α Mount lens system with provided adapters allows either A mount of EF mount lenses to be used to maximum advantage and including iris control too.

16bit RAW output and additional functionality with Optional Extension Unit (XDCA-FX9)

16 bit RAW record outputs, timecode output and additional networking capability are available only if used with the optional Extension Unit (XDCA-FX9).

Also, using the SDA-FX9 permits VLock batteries to be mounted directly to the rear of the camera.

Storage

VMI kits are supplied with 2 x 128GB memory G cards which will allow up to 6 hours recording at 25p:
Equipped with high-sensitivity 4K Super 35mm Exmor CMOS sensor.  See specs tab for record durations.

Improved Sensor

The FX9 features a full frame 6K 35.7 by 18.8mm back-illuminated Exmor-R CMOS sensor. This sensor is stated to have 15 plus stops of dynamic range and has a resolution of 6008 x 3168.  You will be able to shoot QFHD full frame up to 30fps, 1080p full frame at up to 120 fps and QFHD S35 up to 60fps and 1080p S35 at up to 120fps. The planned firmware updates will bring Full frame DCI 4K up to 60p, Full HD full frame up to 180fps and QFHD in Super 35 mode at up to 120fps while using an external recorder.

Full Features

• Full-frame 17:9 mode with PXW-FX9
• Conventional front-illuminated sensor as used in FS7 II
• The sensor also has a dual base ISO of 800 & 4000.
• They have also added volume control buttons, the ability to control 4 channels of audio, and a set of arrow keys to navigate the menu.
• LCD screen which now has a resolution of 1280 x 720
• Genlock and timecode built into the body now, no more need for the XDCA for this.
• Face Priority AF: Focuses on faces, when there are faces and objects.
• Face Only AF: Focus only on a face, not on other objects
• Face Registration: Camera can recognise multiple faces and remember a face once it is registered
• Grip & LCD panel flexibility
• Well balanced body design
• Shoulder style operation
• Wide range of exposure can be fine-tuned without changing DoF (without iris control)
• Wide range of DoF (Depth of Field) expression under Auto Variable ND by adjusting lens IRISLCD
• Built-in gyro records “shake” meta data in the clip
• It allows to freely adjust the balance between shake-compensation and trimming area size and this shortens processing time drastically
• Zoom/ iris/ focus control from your camera, remote or smartphone

Compatible Memory Cards

• Sony 256GB XQD G Series Memory Card 440/400MB/s
• Sony 128GB XQD G Series Memory Card 440/400MB/s