Sony FX6+ 16-35mm f4G PZ

Sony FX6+ 16-35mm f4

FX6 SONY Features

The SONY FX6 full-frame camera was developed to deliver versatile, cinema-style images in a truly compact form. With the ability to capture up to more than 15 stops of dynamic range, S-Cinetone SONY gamma for film skin tones and XAVC-I 4:2:2 recording up to 10-bit, the FX6 is ready to complement your FX9 or VENICE capture and nimbly shoot documentaries, stabilizers and drones on your own. The FX6 camera combines a 4K full-frame Exmor R sensor with a BIONX XR engine for extremely sensitive capture in a variety of settings using a base ISO of 800, as well as a high-sensitivity ISO 12800 mode for nuanced scenes in low light.

Weighing just under 2lbs, the FX6's body is 2lbs lighter than the FX9 and measures 6 x 4.6", it packs a full-frame sensor into a body comparable to the S35 SONY FS5 sensor. While the FX6 fits perfectly into In addition to being a professional workflow on set, it also offers several features that are a great help for a user working with a single operator, such as fast and accurate phase detection autofocus with face detection and real-time eye autofocus, both automatic and manual. filter settings for fast exposure compensation and a 3.5" LCD monitor that features touchscreen access to key time-saving menu settings and versatile positioning for comfortable operation. In addition to improving overall camera stability, firmware update v1.10 adds 100p and 120p options to the slow and fast motion frame rate menu when the codec is set to RAW or RAW and XAVC-I.

Versatile addition to the SONY Cinema line

As part of SONY's Cinema lineup, the FX6 shares key imaging features with established cameras such as the VENICE and FX9. Common basic attributes include a full-frame sensor, film-like color science, a compact and lightweight shape, professional connector interfaces, and advanced autofocus options.

Compared to the FX9, the FX6 differs in several specifications; but many FX6 specifications tick the same boxes and several improve the FX9:

1. Matches FX9 video capture up to DCI 4K60
2. Has the same S-Cinetone, S-Log3 and HLG gamma options
3. Raw 16-bit outputs like FX9
4. SONY E lens mount
5. Offers the same options from 1/4 to 1/128 ND
6. Also provides 2-channel XLR audio inputs

Differences of FX6 with FX9:

1. 4K vs. 6K capture
2. It has a single 12G/6G/3G-SDI BNC port, which trims the FX9's additional 3G-SDI port
3. Incorporates a timecode port but lacks the genlock connector of the FX9
4. FX6's enhanced specifications include:

An ISO range of 320 to 409,600 versus the FX9's range of 320 to 102,400

Higher frame rates of 120p in 4K and up to 240p in HD vs. higher 1080p for FX9 in HD

Dual card slots supporting durable, highly efficient CFexpress Type A cards or widely available SDXC cards, compared to the FX9's reliance on proprietary XQD cards and a single SD card option

Firmware update v1.10

1. Adds 100p and 120p options to the slow and fast motion frame rate menu when the codec is set to RAW or RAW and XAVC-I
2. Improves the overall stability of the FX6 camera

4K full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor

The FX6's 10.2MP image sensor features backlighting for excellent low-light performance, 627 focal plane points for fast phase detection autofocus, and full-frame lens support that produces a rich, immersive appearance. The sensor's fast scanning speed minimizes rolling shutter artifacts and supports high frame rates and fast autofocus responses.

More than 15 stops of dynamic range

The Exmor R sensor also allows the FX6 to capture more than 15 stops of dynamic range in Cine EI mode with S-Log3, creating nuanced, high-resolution images.

Wide ISO range

Choose from a base ISO of 800, a high-sensitivity ISO of 12,800 for shooting in low light, and a maximum ISO of 409,600 for low-light setups.

Electronically variable ND filters

Set the FX6's built-in neutral density (ND) filter system to auto for properly exposed shots even in changing light conditions, or gently adjust the ND filter density manually in increments of 1/4 to 1/128 as you shoot; Both options will produce properly exposed images without affecting the chosen depth of field.

Advanced XAVC codec options

The FX6 is the first full-frame compact camera to offer UHD 4K 4:2:2 capture in the high-quality yet efficient XAVC-I codec. It also allows you to choose from a range of professional XAVC Intra and XAVC Long codecs at bitrates ranging from 35 to 600 Mb/s.

High frame rate selections

For slow-motion and fast-action looks, choose from full-frame rates ranging from:

1. 1-60fps in HD resolutions at DCI 4K
2. 100 or 120fps in HD via UHD 4K
3. 150, 180, 200 or 240 fps in Full HD

Super35 options include:

1. 1-60, 100 and 120 fps in Full HD

Expressive cinematic look

Sony's S-Cinetone gamma curve delivers a cinematic look with film colors, softer tones and pleasing skin tone reproduction. This cinematic look is not only available for on-camera viewing, but can also be captured and generated with minimal or no rating for a time-saving post-process. The S-Cinetone, S-Log3, S-Gamut3 and S-Gamut3.Cine options also streamline the process of matching FX6 footage to your VENICE or FX9 video and offer extensive color grading options.

Hybrid/phase detection fast autofocus

Compatible with over 50 native SONY E-mount lenses, the FX6's enhanced autofocus options include face detection and eye autofocus modes for fast focusing with extremely sharp accuracy, even in low-light environments. Phase detection autofocus achieves this accuracy using seven stops of transition speed and five stops of subject sensitivity.

Image stabilization and more with Catalyst and metadata

Pair the FX6 with SONY 's Catalyst Prepare/Browse software to use metadata to stabilize your image, automatically rotate gimbal footage, and add flags for easy clip filtering in post-production.

3.5" touchscreen LCD control

The FX6's 3.5" LCD monitor offers high-resolution viewing and the ease of touchscreen camera control. LCD quick menu controls include key settings such as codec, image scanning mode, image size and frequency, base sensitivity/ISO, shooting mode, and audio. Levels.

Reliable design and construction

Built with a lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy chassis, the FX6 body offers maximum reliability and disperses heat efficiently to enable extended recording times. The exterior seams, buttons and interfaces have been treated with an updated seal that also improves the dust and moisture resistance of the camera.

4-channel audio recording

The FX6 offers up to 4-channel audio recording by combining sources from the dual XLR inputs, the 2-channel multi-interface shoe input and the stereo microphone built into the camera's superior handle. This allows the simultaneous use of an external microphone to record its main audio source and the built-in microphone for ambient sound and/or voice memos by the operator.

Professional input/output interface

FX6 input and output ports include a selectable 12G/6G/3G-SDI output for flexible monitoring, 12-bit raw output via SDI, and an HDMI output. It also has timecode input and output for syncing multiple cameras and a built-in Wi-Fi module.

CFexpress media slots and multiple recording modes

The FX6's dual media slots accept robust, high-performance, high-capacity CFexpress Type A cards and widely available UHS-II/UHS-1 SDXC cards. Please note that CFexpress Type A cards are required for 100/120fps UHD 4K capture and 150/180/200/240fps HD high-speed capture.

Modular design for carrying

The FX6's modular design allows it to reduce its compact body for gimbal or drone use, or it can be used with separately available accessories such as a smart grip and a smart handle for fingertip control when shooting with the handheld. A 3.5" LCD screen can be quickly placed on the camera in multiple locations for comfortable and ergonomic viewing.

Content browser mobile compatibility

When used with the separately available Content Browser Mobile app and a compatible smartphone or remote, the FX6's Wi-Fi function allows remote monitoring and focus/iris/zoom control.

Characteristics of the SONY lens16-35mm f4G PZ

A compact design with excellent optics and a motorized zoom function make the SONY PZ 16-35mm f/4 G an ideal choice for all types of creators, whether shooting videos, stills, or both. This ultra-wide-angle lens is among the lightest in its class and the constant f/4 aperture strikes an ideal balance that's bright enough to shoot in available light while remaining portable for all-day shots.

Optimized for video

• A perfect companion for content creators, this lens' key features are ideal for video applications, including Power Zoom, suppressed focus breathing, and versatile focus handling, along with a well-balanced design that works well when mounted on a gimbal or drone or used wearable device:
• The electronically controlled Power Zoom mechanism allows smooth zooms during shooting, with control possible through the lens body or selected camera bodies.
• The Power Zoom mechanism uses four XD linear motors for precise, fast and quiet zoom movement.
• Power Zoom can be used in conjunction with the SONY camera's Clear Image Zoom feature, which can further extend the effective range up to 2x while maintaining image quality close to the original. If the zoom speed of the lens is set to Slow and zoom control is done remotely from the camera body, the zoom transition will be seamless from optical zoom to Sharp Image Zoom.
• Internal zoom and internal focus design maintain the full length of the lens during operation.
• Smooth Motion Optics (SMO) suppresses focus breathing to help maintain composition accuracy when changing focus. In addition, this lens also supports the breath compensation function on selected Alpha cameras.

Optical Design

• The wide-angle zoom design covers ultra-wide to standard wide focal lengths and a constant maximum aperture of f/4 offers consistency and a solid balance between brightness and a compact design.
• Two advanced aspherical elements (AA) and one aspherical element help achieve great sharpness and suppress distortion and spherical aberrations.
• Super ED and ED elements promote greater clarity and color accuracy by reducing chromatic aberrations.
• An ED aspherical element further contributes to impressive image quality by correcting a variety of aberrations.
• Special attention has been paid to achieve consistent and sharp performance in all zoom and focus ranges for maximum versatility.
• The rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth bokeh quality.

Versatile focus performance

• An XD linear motor system uses two independent motors to provide fast, quiet and accurate autofocus and tracking performance. This design also contributes to more natural and intuitive linear-response manual focus control and an AF/MF switch is located on the lens cylinder to quickly change the focus mode.
• The internal focus design offers more responsive focusing performance and maintains a constant overall lens length during operation.
• Suitable for close-ups, the minimum focusing distance in the 16mm position is 11" and in the 35mm position it is 9.4" at a maximum magnification of 0.23x.