Sony FX5 Cinema Camera

Lighting the Way Forward

Lighting a creative path, the FX5 empowers filmmakers to step confidently into the next stage of their professional journey. Bringing an advanced cinema look and refined operability together in a compact body, it gives creators the freedom to realise their vision with greater precision, control, and expressive potential.

Cinema-class image quality

• 5K full-frame fully-stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor for speed, detail and latitude
• BIONZ XR2™ with integrated AI processing for enhanced shooting support
• The FX5 offers full-frame Open Gate recording for freedom to adjust framing, speed and workflow
• Internal 16-bit X-OCN compressed RAW video recording
• Three Base ISO settings for effective noise control in any environment (800, 4000 and 12800)
• 15+ stops of latitude20 for low-noise shadow detail
• Dual Gain Shooting debuts in the Cinema Line FX camera series14
• High-frame-rate capture, including 5K at up to 120 fps2223
• Precise, reliable AF (759 Points) and tracking with AI-based subject recognition (Human, Animals and Bird Eyes)
• Built-in de-squeeze for anamorphic shooting
• Deep-learning-based illumination estimation achieves unprecedented Auto Tracing White Balance (ATW) accuracy
• S-Cinetone™ for a refined cinematic look
• Wide-gamut colour for more grading control
• Three S-Log3 modes for flexible workflows

Built for professional sets

A precision stabilisation unit and gyro sensors combine to provide optical 5-axis in-body stabilisation. An enhanced stabilisation unit expands the roll-direction compensation range by up to 2x, effectively reducing handheld roll shake. Dynamic active Mode adds extra electronic support, and stabilisation data can also be used in post-production.

• Lightweight, compact design for agility on set
• High-quality 96 kHz / 32bit float audio recording

Inherited directly from Sony’s high-end CineAlta cameras, the BIG6 (HOME) screen displays six essential settings together: frame rate, EI/ISO/Gain, shutter, iris, LUT and white balance. Touch operation, the multi-function dial, and Fixed/Variable frame-rate control help you work quickly and efficiently.

• Optional OLED viewfinder DVF-EL1 for easier outdoor monitoring
• Monitoring support for precise shooting
• Clear Image Zoom for smoother, more intuitive framing
• Dual CFexpress Type A/SD card slots
• Power that keeps pace with long shoots
• Cooling designed for uninterrupted 170 minutes of recording

• Sony FX5 Cinema Camera
• Sony NP-SA100 Battery (2670 mAh)
• Sony BC-SAD1 Battery Charger
• Sony Multi Interface Shoe Cap
• Sony ALC-B1EM Body Cap (Sony E)
• Viewfinder Terminal Protection Cap
• Limited 2-Year Warranty

Lens Mount: Sony E
Lens Communication: Yes, with autofocus support
Image Sensor: Full-frame BSI stacked CMOS
Effective Sensor Resolution: 16.6MP (4992 × 3328)
Image Stabilisation: 5-axis sensor-shift
Built-In ND Filter: No
Built-In CC Filter: No
Internal Filter Holder: No
Capture Type: Video only
Shutter Type: Electronic rolling shutter
Shutter Speed: 1/8000 to 1/24 sec (electronic shutter)
Shutter Angle: 4.2° to 360°
ISO/Gain Sensitivity: Triple Base ISO 800 / 4000 / 12800, Native ISO 800 to 409600 (base ISO depends on selected colour space)
Dynamic Range: 15 stops, 16 stops in Sensor Overdrive mode
White Balance: 2000 to 15000K
Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, ISO Priority, Shutter Priority
Focus Modes: Autofocus and manual focus
Internal Recording: X-OCN LT 16-bit, 4992 × 3328 up to 59.94fps, DCI 4K up to 59.94fps, UHD 4K up to 59.94fps
HDMI Output: 4:2:2 10-bit DCI 4K/UHD 4K up to 59.94fps, Full HD up to 240fps
RAW Output: 16-bit RAW via HDMI in DCI 4K and UHD 4K up to 59.94fps (DCI 4K cropped)
Fast/Slow Motion: No
Gamma Profiles: S-Cinetone and S-Log3
Built-In Microphone: Stereo, top-mounted
Audio Recording: 4-channel, 24-bit at 48kHz or 96kHz
IP Streaming: H.264, RTMP, RTMPS and SRT from 720p to UHD 4K at up to 59.94fps (1.5 to 38Mb/s)
Memory Card Slots: Dual CFexpress Type A / SDXC UHS-II
Internal Storage: None
Video Output: 1 × HDMI
Microphone Input: 3.5mm stereo TRS with plug-in power
Headphone Output: 3.5mm stereo TRS
USB Ports: 2 × USB-C for power and data
Ethernet: RJ45
Wireless: Wi-Fi
Mobile App: Monitor & Control for Android and iOS with remote control, live view, file access and settings adjustment
GPS: Via connected smartphone
LCD: 3.5-inch free-angle tilting touchscreen
Viewfinder: Optional dedicated electronic viewfinder
Battery: Sony NP-SA100
Accessory Shoe: 1 × Intelligent Hot Shoe
Tripod Mount: 2 × 1/4"-20 threads
Accessory Threads: 5 × 1/4"-20 on the body, 3 × 1/4"-20 on the included handle
Construction: Magnesium alloy
Dimensions: 132 × 79 × 86mm
Weight: 750g (body only)