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Sony VENICE 2 Live Cinematic Live Production Package

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Sony VENICE 2 Live Cinematic Live Production Package
Key Features
  • VENICE 2 8K Digital Camera
  • Full Frame License for VENICE 2
  • SilverBack V 4K Camera Back Transceiver
  • VB 4K2 Base Station 12G/3G Transceiver
Transform your live productions with a rich, nuanced look using the Sony VENICE 2 Live Cinematic Live Production Package. This kit pairs the VENICE 2 8K camera with the live connectivity of the Multidyne SilverBack V 4K fiber system and includes a full-frame license, tally light, power supply, V-mount plates, and rackmount kits.
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Kit Contains:
Sony VENICE 2 Digital Motion Picture Camera (8K)
8K Interchangeable Sensor Digital Cinema Camera
Featuring an impressive 16-stop dynamic range, internal recording onto a high-speed ASX card, internal recording formats up to ProRes 4K 4444 and 422, and an interchangeable sensor with updated usability and body design, the 8K Sony VENICE 2 Digital Motion Picture Camera is a step up for DPs, camera assistants, colorists, VR, and VFX departments thanks to its high-resolution capture and filmlike imagery.
Beautiful Imagery in Any Light
Take advantage of the wide dynamic range of the camera to shoot in the extremes of exposure, from candlelight to bright sunshine. The camera, with its dual native ISO ranges, allows you to push the boundaries of your creative lighting choices.
Firmware Update v3.00
  • Adds support for virtual production functions.
  • Enhances live production features and more.
Dual ISO
The VENICE 2 with an 8.6K sensor features a dual-range ISO setting with 800 and 3200 base settings while sharing the same color science as the original 6K sensor. 
Sensor
The new 8.6K sensor improves on the original sensor, providing more flexibility in the image for post-production work while still intercutting well with the 6K sensor. The 6K sensor block (not included) can be swapped into the VENICE 2 in the field, avoiding a trip to a service facility. This can be useful for capturing higher frame rates than you can with the 8.6K sensor.

Please note that though you can use the 6K sensor from the original VENICE in a VENICE 2, you cannot put the 8.6K VENICE 2 sensor into the original VENICE camera. Swapping sensor blocks is not a permanent change, as you can swap back and forth. No software or firmware changes are required when swapping sensors, as the camera recognizes the different sensor blocks and automatically adjusts. The sensor supports oversampling from 8.6 to 4K, or you can window in the camera to output 4K.
Lens Mount
  • The VENICE 2 comes with the industry-standard PL lens mount. It is compatible with all Super 35 and full-frame PL lenses, spherical and anamorphic. The removable lens mount includes contacts that support Cooke /i Technology. The camera's lens information is recorded as metadata frame by frame.
  • Removing the PL Mount exposes the camera's E-Mount, which allows compatibility with E-Mount lenses. This E-Mount is designed with a lever lock that eliminates the need to rotate your lens when mounting, and the lever lock secures the lens in the mount, minimizing play. Rotating of the locking collar means that in most cases, lens support rigs don't need to be removed, which saves time during production.
Internal ND Filters
The servo-controlled 8-step mechanical ND filter mechanism built into the camera chassis offers a massive ND range from Clear (no ND) and 0.3 (1/2 = 1 stop) to 2.4 (1/256 = 8 stops).
Servo Control
The servo control also greatly increases VENICE's flexibility when being controlled remotely on drones, cranes, or in underwater housing.

Although the optional Rialto 2 allows you to separate the sensor block from the camera body by up to 39' for placing the sensor and your lens in places too small for the camera body, the camera's smaller size, compared to the original VENICE, makes it easier to rig in drones, where the Rialto 2 would not be appropriate to use.

Internal Recording
Free yourself from an external recorder for raw and high-data-rate recording, as the VENICE 2 is capable of recording directly to AXS cards internally. Featuring two AXS card slots, you can capture X-OCN and 4K ProRes (both 17:9 and 16:9) internally and use relay recording for virtually unlimited recording time. Additionally, the VENICE 2 supports cache recording and has twice the cache memory as the original VENICE camera.
Super 35 17:9 and 16:9
These popular imager sizes have native support in VENICE 2, and the 8K sensor makes it possible to capture 5.8K footage in 17:9 or 16:9 in Super 35 mode, which allows you to use Super 35 PL mount lenses.
Color Gamut
The VENICE 2 can exceed the BT.2020 color space, with a color range wider than DCI-P3. This means it can beautifully reproduce the true color of the scene in front of your lens. The camera also provides a broad palette in the grading suite, using the established workflow of Sony's S-Log3 and ultra-wide color space, S-Gamut3. Plus, VENICE 2's 6K and 8K sensors match colors almost perfectly, making your grading experience even better.
No Jello Effect
The high-speed readout of the VENICE 2 sensor minimizes the Jello effect typical with CMOS sensors.
New VENICE 2 Functions
  • Zoom to Fit Monitoring crops the viewing outputs (VF/SDI/HDMI) to the desired aspect ratio while recording the full frame of the sensor for VFX and potential post-production reframing
  • Apply LUTs to your 4K or HD (6G/1.5G-SDI) output
  • LUT/ART/CDL file import via Ethernet/Wi-Fi
  • ASC-CDL values control via Ethernet/Wi-Fi allows you to have LUT and CDL values applied by the camera using either an Ethernet cable or Wi-Fi via a connected computer using a GUI; CDL values are now embedded in clip metadata
  • VENICE 2 supports control from an RM/RCP panel that can be used with broadcast camcorders and system cameras. When connected, ITU-R Rec. 2020 color space and HLG are selectable, and adjustment of various paint parameters is supported
Functions from VENICE
  • The camera features a built-in assistant-side info screen, along with a smaller basic info display screen on the operator side of the camera
  • Imager modes: 5.8K 17:9 and 5.4K 16:9 (no license required) / 5.8K 6:5 (needs Anamorphic License) / 7.6K 16:9, 8.2K 17:9, and 8.6K 3:2 (need Full-Frame License)
  • Support for the X-OCN XT recording format
  • De-squeeze ratios: 1.25x, 1.3x, 1.5x, and 1.8x
  • Cache rec function
  • AXS Relay rec function
  • Simultaneous format
  • Support for 6G/12G output SDI
  • Improved imaging assist function
  • Support for CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adapter
  • Improved VF menu operations and Frame Line setting
  • Support for CDL files
  • 5.7K at 16:9 up to 72 fps
  • 4K at 6:5 up to 72 fps
  • 3.8K at 16:9 up to 110 fps
  • 3D LUT viewable in the viewfinder
  • ART (Advanced Rendering Transform) file imports
  • Updated switching for SDI 1-4 3G-SDI level A/B
  • Addition of second user frame line of 9:16 and 1:1 preset
  • Record beep and alarm volume adjust
  • Ability to maintain CamID+Reel# when loading ALL file
  • Displaying of Genlock and TC lock status on OSD
  • Setting of de-squeeze on/off via the USER button
  • Updated RCP Call function
  • Record gyro information in metadata
  • Support for ZEISS eXtended Data from FUJINON Premista-series lenses
Sony Permanent Full-Frame License for Sony VENICE 2

This Sony Permanent Full-Frame License for Sony VENICE 2 upgrades your camera, enabling you to use the entire full-frame sensor and not be limited to the Super35 image area. Activating this upgrade means users with the 8K sensor can capture and record 8.6K 3:2, 8.2K 17:9, and 7.6K 16:9 X-OCN footage. Users with the 6K sensor can capture and record 6K 3:2, 6K 1.85:1, 6K 17:9, 6K 2.39:1, and 5.7K 16:9 X-OCN footage. They can also output 4K or HD images to the viewfinder, SDI, and monitor outputs after down-converting.

8K Sensor
  • Imaging 8.6K 3:2, 8.2K 17:9, and 7.6K 16:9 image size
  • Recording 8.6K 3:2, 8.2K 17:9, and 7.6K 16:9 X-OCN footage
  • Outputting 4K or HD images to viewfinder, SDI, and monitor outputs after down-converting 8.6K, 8.2K, and 7.6K images
  • Play back 8.6K 3:2, 8.2K 17:9, and 7.6K 16:9 X-OCN
6K Sensor
  • Imaging 6K 3:2, 6K 1.85:1, 6K 17:9, 6K 2.39:1, and 5.7K 16:9 image size
  • Recording 6K 3:2, 6K 1.85:1, 6K 17:9, 6K 2.39:1, and 5.7K 16:9 X-OCN footage
  • Outputting 4K or HD images to viewfinder, SDI, and monitor outputs after down-converting 6K and 5.7K images
  • Play back 6K 3:2, 6K 1.85:1, 6K 17:9, 6K 2.39:1, and 5.7K 16:9 X-OCN
EAN: 5013493445208
MultiDyne SilverBack V 4K SMPTE Fiber Transceiver Camera Back (V-Mount)

The SilverBack V 4K SMPTE Fiber Transceiver from MultiDyne provides a robust, full bandwidth fiber optic link between any 12G-SDI, quad-link, or dual-link 4K video camera and your truck, control room, or video village position. This system puts all the signals needed for multi-camera 4K/UHDTV production onto a single tactical or SMPTE hybrid fiber cable, ensuring robust, trouble-free connectivity on any studio or remote production. The SilverBack V can be powered via a fiber cable and the internal JUICE48 system or by using the integrated V-mount battery plate and a separately available battery.

Supports up to 12G-SDI Signals
  • This fiber camera adapter can transport up to one 12G-SDI, two 6G-SDI, or four 3G-SDI signal paths from the camera to the Base Station, and one return path the other way.
  • Full camera control is provided by the camera manufacturer’s control panel via serial or a 10/100/GigE Ethernet path.
  • Genlock, intercom, tally, and audio paths are also provided.
  • Operate on a hybrid cable to provide power to the camera or use lightweight, robust tactical fiber and power the camera locally.
Seamless Integration
  • Mounts easily on any 12G, Dual-Link, or Quad-Link 4K camera.
  • Has no sharp angles or corners.
  • Integrated MultiDyne JUICE power.
  • Built-in V-mount battery plate provides a backup power option.
Separately Available Base Station
  • The separately available 2 RU SilverBack V Base Station provides LED status indicators for each signal.
  • A color LCD screen intuitively displays the system status and general health.
  • The base station is available in single and dual-channel configurations.
  • The base unit also provides support for two standard widths (2 slots) openGear rear modules that can handle up to four cards.
Kit Contains:

Sony VENICE 2 Digital Motion Picture Camera (8K)

Key Specs
Lens Mount
Sony E with Included ARRI PL Adapter
Image Sensor
Full-Frame
Effective Sensor Resolution
49.76 Megapixel
Image Stabilization
No
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Dual Base: 800 / 3200
Native: 200 to 12,800
Max Recording Modes
X-OCN LT/X-OCN ST/X-OCN XT
Up to 8K from 1 to 29.97 fps
ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 4444
Up to DCI 4K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC
Dual Slot: AXS
Mobile App Compatible
No
Imaging
Lens Mount
Sony E with Included ARRI PL Adapter
Lens Communication
Yes: Cooke /i, Zeiss eXtended Data
Image Sensor
36.2 x 24.1 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 49.76 Megapixel
Actual: 49.76 Megapixel (8640 x 5760)
Image Stabilization
No
Built-In ND Filter
Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 1-Stop (1/2), 2-Stop (1/4), 3-Stop (1/8), 4-Stop (1/16), 5-Stop (1/32), 6-Stop (1/64), 7-Stop (1/128), 8-Stop (1/256) ND Filters
Capture Type
Video Only
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Electronic Rolling Shutter
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Dual Base: 800 / 3200
Native: 200 to 12,800
Advertised Dynamic Range
16 Stops
White Balance
Range: 2000 to 15,000K
Presets: AWB
Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Manual Focus
Video Capture
Internal Recording
X-OCN LT/X-OCN ST/X-OCN XT
8640 x 5760 from 1 to 29.97 fps
5792 x 4854 from 1 to 47.95 fps
8192 x 4320 from 1 to 59.94 fps
7680 x 4320 from 1 to 59.94 fps
5792 x 3056 from 1 to 59.94/66/72/75/88/90 fps
5452 x 3056 from 1 to 59.94/66/72/75/88/90 fps

ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 4444
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
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Built-In Microphone
Mono
Audio Recording
4-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC
Dual Slot: AXS
Internal Storage
No
Video I/O
4x BNC (12G-SDI) Output
1x BNC (HD-SDI) Output
1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
1x XLR 5-Pin Mic/Line/AES/EBU Selectable Input
Power I/O
1x XLR 4-Pin (12 to 32VDC) Input
1x Proprietary Input
1x LEMO 2-Pin (12VDC) Output
1x Fischer 3-Pin (12VDC) Output
Other I/O
1x 26-Pin Viewfinder Output
1x BNC (Timecode) Input
1x BNC (Genlock) Input
1x BNC (Timecode) Output
1x Hirose 8-Pin Control Input
1x Lens 12-Pin Control
1x RJ45 (Ethernet)
Wireless
No
Mobile App Compatible
No
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
No
Monitor
Display Type
Status Display: Fixed Non-Touchscreen LCD
Viewfinder
Type
Optional, Not Included
Power
Power Consumption
76 W
Environmental
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Storage Conditions
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
General
Tripod Mount
2x 1/4"-20 Female
4x 3/8"-16 Female
Accessory Mounting Thread
8x 1/4"-20
10x 3/8"-16
Netflix Approved
Yes
Dimensions (W x H x D)
9.84 x 6.22 x 5.98" / 249.94 x 157.99 x 151.89 mm (Without Protrusions)
Weight
9 lb / 4.3 kg (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
13.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14 x 12 x 9.5"

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