Sony FX6 Cinema Line Camera

Product Description

Ready to tell amazing stories

Inside a compact body that's ready for grab-and-shoot action, the FX6 packs a highly sensitive, full-frame image sensor with the power to expand your moviemaking creativity.

Impressive cinematic expression

Capture the impossible with expanded ISO sensitivity
Capture usable images in near total darkness with an impressive ISO expanded range up to 409600¹. The full-frame sensor coupled with innovative light gathering ensures limitless shooting possibilities.

Stunning bokeh and full-frame creativity
Realise beautiful 4K imagery with the creative freedom made possible by a full-frame sensor. Capture every detail from the scene with shallow depth of field and stunning bokeh for a truly cinematic look.

Cinematic colour science with S-Cinetone™
S-Cinetone colour, developed for Sony’s acclaimed FX9, is the default look on the FX6. Precisely tuned to meet the requirements of today’s content creators with rich colour and natural skin tones, it produces fresh and vivid images straight out of camera without grading, while retaining plenty of latitude for post production.

Large pixels deliver high sensitivity and low noise
The full-frame, back-illuminated, 10.2-megapixel² Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor offers impressive light-gathering capability. Fast readout speeds and a dynamic range of 15+ stops¹ deliver superb image quality with wide sensitivity and reduced noise.

Powerful BIONZ XRTM image processor
The BIONZ XR image processing engine matches the sensor’s high-speed readout with enormous processing power. Built with a future-oriented architecture, it delivers high quality images faster and dramatically improves camera interface responsiveness.

Impressive dynamic range for limitless expression
At its base sensitivity of ISO800³, the FX6 offers optimal dynamic range for well-lit interiors and outdoor documentary shooting. An enhanced ISO 128003 sensitivity is designed for challenging low-light, morning and evening shots. The FX6 offers an exceptional 15+ stops¹ of dynamic range ‒ beyond the perception of even the human eye in many conditions ‒ allowing for unprecedented creative freedom in colour grading and post.

1 In Custom mode.
2 Approximate effective pixels.
3 In Cine EI mode
* Actual colour and dimension may differ from the screen image.
* Colours & features of the product shown may differ by model and country.
* 4K: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels.
* Services availability depends on region. A part or whole of software/services installed into or accessible through the product may be changed, discontinued, removed, suspended, or terminated without notice.
* Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
* This product is also known as GWX-ILME-FX6T,GWX-ILME-FX6VK,GWX-ILME-FX6TK,GWX-ILME-FX6V

Transform your shooting creativity

Fast Hybrid AF for accuracy and tenacity
The wide-area AF uses intelligent tracking and on-sensor phase-detection for tenacious subject tracking across almost the entire frame (627¹-point focal plane phase-detection AF covers approx. 89% of the image area). The hybrid AF system delivers precise focusing even when shooting at shallow depths of field and at 120p high frame rates in 4K (QFHD)².

Real-time Eye AF and Face Detection supported
Real-time Eye AF and Face Detection ensure accurate, stable focus acquisition for interviews, events, and anywhere where precise focus on people is essential. Sophisticated real-time processing realises pinpoint eye focus even when subjects are looking down or up at steep angles, allowing the operator to concentrate fully on composing the best shot.

Powerful focus control for solo shooters
With AF Transition Speed selectable over 7 levels, and AF Subject Shift Sensitivity over 5 levels, you can better convey your creative intentions when switching subjects or, for example, rack focusing.

Lens-ring AF subject selection
When the AF Assist function is ON, rotating the focus ring instantly switches from autofocus to manual focus so that a different subject can be quickly selected. Autofocus operation resumes as soon as the user stops rotating the lens focus ring.

Auto focus area/position
For auto focus, you can set the target area among Flexible Spot, Zone, Wide and change the position of the target area quickly during shooting by simply touching the LCD monitor.

4K³ 120fps with every frame in focus
High Frame Rate shots can turn everyday action into a visual feast of elegant movement. The FX6 captures up to 120 frames per second (fps) at the 4K (QFHD) resolution. Slow and Quick (S&Q) modes give you full control over the captured frame rate from 1 to 120fps, allowing precise motion narratives, and up to a beautiful 5x Super Slow Motion (24fps output).

Advantages of Sony’s lenses for video shooting
Learn the four unique advantages of using Sony's E-mount lens for video shooting. The combination of Sony's lenses and cameras will enhance your video creation experience.

Built-in electronic Variable ND Filter
The FX6 features Sony’s unique built-in electronic Variable Neutral Density (ND) filter. Unlike conventional optical ND Filters, the electronic ND Filter on the FX6 can be controlled from 1/4ND to 1/128ND linearly, or set to auto. Ideal in changeable environments, there’s no need to change filters as lighting conditions change or to maintain your depth of field.

1 Maximum AF points and area coverage. Varies according to recording mode.
2 When the 59.94Hz, 29.97Hz or 23.98Hz system frequency is used, AF is available at 30, 60, 120 and 240 fps. When the 50Hz or 25Hz system frequency is used, AF is available at 25, 50, 100 and 200 fps. AF is not available when the 24Hz system frequency is used.
3 When shooting in QFHD resolution.
* Actual colour and dimension may differ from the screen image.
* Colours & features of the product shown may differ by model and country.
* 4K: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels.
* Services availability depends on region. A part or whole of software/services installed into or accessible through the product may be changed, discontinued, removed, suspended, or terminated without notice.
* Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
* This product is also known as GWX-ILME-FX6T,GWX-ILME-FX6VK,GWX-ILME-FX6TK,GWX-ILME-FX6V

Operability and expandability for professionals

Lightweight, modular and robust
Despite its amazingly light 0.89kg body, the magnesium-alloy FX6 is more than tough enough for the rigours of real-world shooting. A detachable Smart Grip puts key functions at your fingertips and is easily adjustable with a single button.

Grab and shoot mobility
Ideal for low angle shooting, the smart handle is part of the FX6’s modular design. It’s easy to reconfigure for any application, including mounting in a gimbal, drone, or underwater housing.

Magnesium body and frame for high durability with light weight
To perform reliably in challenging environments, the main body, covers and top handle are made from a production-tested, lightweight magnesium alloy. The main frame achieves high strength and durability with minimum weight in order to maximise mobility.

Architecture to prevent thermal shut down
The custom ventilation system and chassis design help to prevent the thermal shut down of shooting¹ at high frame rates and 4K (QFHD) resolutions. The number of heat sinks, the shape of air intakes and exhaust vents as well as the location of the low-noise fan², and airflow paths have all been calculated with precision to ensure that optimum ventilation is achieved.

10-bit 4:2:2 recording
Record right on the camera with the amazing richness of 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 colour sampling, for far greater flexibility in image grading, post-processing and compositing.

All-Intra encoding available
As well as Long GOP, internal All-Intra encoding is now provided. This encodes every frame independently at bitrates up to 600Mbps, to capture complex motion more accurately, and allow more efficient editing workflows.

[1] All-Intra (All-I) [2] Long GOP [3] Group of Pictures

16-bit RAW SDI output
For demanding post-production workflows, 16-bit RAW output is available via SDI connection to compatible external recorders while XAVC-I files are simultaneously captured in-camera. RAW video output is 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 data from the image sensor with a choice of 120³ / 100³ / 59.94 / 50 / 29.97 / 25 / 24 / 23.98 frame rates⁴.

Shooting modes that match creator workflows
The FX6 offers shooting modes with preset looks like S-Cinetone that produce great-looking shots in-camera, or S-Log3 / S-Gamut3 with Cine-EI mode that capture perfectly-exposed images for post production.

Scene File function allows easy look changes on-site
Four preset scene file types are available for SDR shooting (S-Cinetone, Standard, Still, ITU709) and two for HDR (HLG Live, HLG Natural) plus 16 slots for imported user 3D LUTs for your preferred look without post production.

Remarkable smart grip and smart handle
Sony’s ergonomic Smart Grip and Smart Handle feature easy one-button adjustment. With zoom, record, and assignable control buttons, as well as a dial suitable for iris control, you can comfortably operate for hours.

Professional connectivity
A wide range of professional interfaces is available including 12G-SDI and HDMI outputs⁵, a remote interface, TC connectors for multi-camera sync, and SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2) to support fluid data workflows.

Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe
Sony’s Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe provides power, signal and switching connections to compatible Sony accessories, including for example wireless microphone systems such as the UWP-D21 or UWP-D22⁶.

Support for four-channel audio input and recording
Four-channel audio input allows simultaneous capture of external microphones and the built-in microphone. UWP wireless microphones or XLR audio adaptors such as the XLR-K3M can also be used with the MI Shoe.

Dual XLR inputs and enhanced audio capability
The handle of the FX6 has two independent audio inputs, easy-access XLR connectors to connect external professional microphones. UWP series wireless microphones may also be connected via the MI Shoe.

High-definition 2.76 million-dot⁷ flexible LCD panel
The 3.5-inch LCD screen allows precise manual focusing in challenging shooting conditions. Flexible positioning of both mounting locations and angles allows comfortable shooting to suit varied preferences and rigging.

Quick menu control with touch operation
The LCD screen has a quick access control menu. With a single touch, you can change codec, imager scan mode, picture size and frequency, base ISO/sensitivity, shooting mode and audio levels.

Dual CFexpress Type A-compatible media slots
Dual media slots support CFexpress Type A cards⁸, along with conventional SDXC UHS-I and UHS-II cards, for fast buffer clearance and data management. Simultaneous, relay, interval and proxy modes are supported.

Networked for high mobility
Wi-Fi® connectivity enables a host of advanced wireless production features such as remote control via smartphones or tablets and the Content Browser Mobile app. Connect easily with either NFC one-touch or manual pairing.

Metadata facilitates editing in Catalyst
The FX6 records three types of metadata: image stabilisation, clip flag, and camera rotation. These can be useful when previewing and preparing to edit in Sony’s free Catalyst Browse or cost-effective Catalyst Prepare software⁹.

[1] Shoot [2] Edit

Built-in electronic Variable ND Filter
The FX6 features Sony’s unique built-in electronic Variable Neutral Density (ND) filter. Unlike conventional optical ND Filters, the electronic ND Filter on the FX6 can be controlled from 1/4ND to 1/128ND linearly, or set to auto. Ideal in changeable environments, there’s no need to change filters as lighting conditions change or to maintain your depth of field.

1 Shooting is possible within the specified temperature limits (0-40C) as long as the battery and media are not exhausted.
2 The sound level from the fan depends on recording mode and operating environment.
3 Available from Ver.1.10 firmware
4 The image is cropped by approximately 10% during RAW video output. For details of compatible third-party external recorders, please see manufacturers’ specifications.
5 Selectable resolutions are limited depending on frame rate and resolution.
6 Accessories sold separately.
7 Approximate.
8 CFexpress Type B cards are not supported.
9 Catalyst v2020.1 (coming in 2020) is required.
* Actual colour and dimension may differ from the screen image.
* Colours & features of the product shown may differ by model and country.
* 4K: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels.
* Services availability depends on region. A part or whole of software/services installed into or accessible through the product may be changed, discontinued, removed, suspended, or terminated without notice.
* Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
* This product is also known as GWX-ILME-FX6T,GWX-ILME-FX6VK,GWX-ILME-FX6TK,GWX-ILME-FX6V

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