Sony FX5 Cinema Line FF Camera

The Sony FX5 Cinema Camera brings the latest advancements from Sony's Cinema Line into a compact system built for today's hybrid productions. Featuring a newly developed 16.6MP full-frame stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor, the next-generation BIONZ XR2 image processor with an integrated AI processing unit, and professional recording options including Open Gate capture and internal X-OCN, the FX5 delivers exceptional speed, image quality, and production flexibility. Whether producing documentary films, commercial work, branded content, or independent cinema, the FX5 is designed for creators who demand the performance of a dedicated cinema camera without sacrificing mobility or efficiency.

Technical specification

Lens Mount: Sony E

Lens Communication: Yes, with Autofocus Support

Image Sensor: Full-Frame BSI Stacked CMOS

Effective Sensor Resolution: 16.6 Megapixel (4992 x 3328)

Image Stabilization: Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

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: Electronic Shutter, 1/8000 to 1/24 Second

Shutter Angle: 4.2 to 360°

ISO/Gain Sensitivity: 

Video Triple Base: 800 / 4000 / 12800* 

                      Native: 800 to 409,600

                      Base ISO Is Dependent on Selected Color Space

Advertised Dynamic Range:

                      15 Stops

                      16 Stops (Sensor Overdrive Mode)

White Balance: Range 2000 to 15,000K

Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority

Focus Mode: Automatic, Manual Focus

Internal Recording: 

                      X-OCN LT 16-Bit

                      4992 x 3328 up to 59.94 fps

                      4096 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps

                      3840 x 2160 up to 59.94 fps

Video Output:

                      4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI

                      4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

                      3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

                      1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/240 fps

                      Raw 16-Bit via HDMI

                      4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps*

                      3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps

                      *Sensor Crops During Output

Fast-/Slow-Motion Support: No

Gamma Curve: S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3

Built-In Microphone: Stereo (Microphone Location: Top)

Audio Recording:

                      4-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz

                       4-Channel, 24-Bit at 96 kHz

IP Streaming:

                      H.264, RTMP, RTMPS, and SRT

                      1280 x 720 to 3840 x 2160 at 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p (1.5 to 38.00 Mb/s)

Media/Memory Card Slot: Dual Slot, CFexpress Type A / SDXC (UHS-II)

Internal Storage: No

Video I/O: 1x HDMI Output

Audio I/O:

                      1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body (Plug-in Power)

                       1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body

Power I/O: 2x USB-C Input

Other I/O:

                      2x USB-C (Shared with Power Input)

                      1x RJ45 (Ethernet)

Wireless: Wi-Fi

Mobile App Compatible:

                      Yes: Android & iOS

                      App Name: Monitor and Control

                      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Remote Control, and View Live Feed

Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.): GPS, via Connected Smartphone

Display Type: Primary Monitor, Free-Angle Tilting 3.5" Touchscreen LCD

Type: Dedicated Viewfinder Available Separately

Battery: NP-SA100

Shoe Mount: 1x Intelligent Hot Shoe

Tripod Mount: 2x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)

Accessory Mounting Thread:

                      5x 1/4"-20 on Camera Body

                      3x 1/4"-20 on Included Handle

Materials: Magnesium Alloy

Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.2 x 3.1 x 3.4" / 132 x 79 x 86 mm

Weight: 26.5 oz / 750 g (Body Only)

Included items

Sony FX5 Cinema Camera with XLR Handle Unit

Sony XLR-H2 XLR Handle Unit

Sony NP-SA100 Battery (2670 mAh)

Sony BC-SAD1 Battery Charger

Sony Multi Interface Shoe Cap

Sony ALC-B1EM Body Cap (Sony E)

Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty