The Sony Cinema Camera Experience

Since the introduction of the first 24 fps digital film system in 1999, Sony’s Cinema Line cameras continue to evolve, incorporating cutting-edge technology while creating film-like looks. This latest generation of digital cine cameras features innovations like the immersive look of full-frame sensors, wider color gamuts, dual-base ISOs, and extensive dynamic range. Choose Sony CineAlta cameras to bring extraordinary color science, full-frame depth-of-field looks, and a selection of cinematic lenses to your motion picture imaging. The line of Sony cinema cameras ranges from the compact FX3 and FX30 to the truly cinematic VENICE 2 with both 8K and 6K options.

A Camera for Everyone

Sony has further expanded its Cinema Line by adding the BURANO 8K camera as a compact companion to its top-of-the-line VENICE series and offering the ILX-LR1 full-frame industrial camera and a class-leading PTZ option while also pushing the entry level with better and more accessible models for all types of shooters. Whether you are a beginner or working pro, you’ll find something great in this series.

For Creators

FX30: Leap into Filmmaking

Aspiring filmmakers now have a more accessible—yet still feature packed—compact cinema camera in the FX30. This camera keeps the same external design as the highly-regarded FX3 while swapping out that model's sensor for a 26MP APS-C/Super35 model. The camera can still realize advanced recording in 10-bit 4K up to 120p, output raw video, and make full use of Sony’s advanced S-Log3 and S-Cinetone Picture Profiles. This is the camera to beat for up-and-coming filmmakers.

Could this be the best entry-level cinema camera? Check out our Sony FX30 Hands-on Review.

FX2: Photo Video Hybrid

For those wanting pro-level photo features inside a cinema-ready body, the FX2. FX2 is an exciting new offering from Sony. Expect a 33MP full-frame CMOS sensor capable of capturing 4K60 video, along with crisp, high-resolution photos in S-Log3, perfect for matching colors between video and stills. The camera also features a unique tilting 3.68m-dot OLED viewfinder that’s ideal for bright conditions, as well as AI-assisted autofocus and image stabilization. If you’re often location scouting or creating content that exists across multiple platforms, the lightweight and versatile FX2 is worth a look.

FX3: Cinematic Freedom

Designed for individual users, the FX3 offers full-frame capture in a super-compact, cage-free, mirrorless-sized form with UHD 4K frame rates up to 120 fps. The FX3’s advanced autofocus features, an expandable 80-102,400 ISO range that handles a range of exposure levels, in-camera stabilization, mobile control, and S-Cinetone compatibility all help solo users create pro-level footage. You can mount a variety of accessories directly on the ultra-compact FX3 form for a streamlined, cage-free rig that is easy to take almost anywhere, and you can add two XLR audio inputs using the detachable top handle. Independent content creators, travel mavens, and event photographers will appreciate the FX3’s ability to capture still images and uninterrupted 4K60 video and to output 16-bit raw video.

FX6: Tell Amazing Stories

Designed with “grab-and-go” mobility in mind, the compact and lightweight FX6 will appeal to documentary and indie feature or series creators, either as your main camera or—thanks to key shared features such as DCI 4K60 capture, HLG gamma, and a variable ND filter—as a “B” camera, drone, or gimbal unit companion to your BURANO or VENICE “A” camera. Pro FX6 features include an SDI video output, a time-saving quick menu, 16-bit raw video output, Wi-Fi connectivity, and dual XLR audio inputs. Record 10-bit 4:2:2 X-AVC I video at rates up to 4K 120p to efficient CFexpress Type A cards or to widely available SD cards. Multiple autofocus options and quick switching to manual focus let operators instantly select whichever method suits the current action.

FR7: Truly Cinematic PTZ

Claiming the title of world’s first full-frame PTZ camera, the FR7 brings Cinema Line image quality and functions into a whole new arena. Using the Sony E mount and a 10.2MP (effective) full-frame image sensor, complete with advanced autofocus and high-sensitivity imaging capabilities, the FR7 captures video that is a perfect match to cameras like the FX6 in 10-bit 4K at up to 120p. It is a full-fledged PTZ camera as well, with smooth remote control functionality for adjusting the pan, tilt, and zoom positions using a remote, such as the optional Sony RM-IP500.

The FR7 has additional hardware for cinematic capture, including a built-in electronic variable ND filter. It also has standard connectors to integrate it into a full PTZ setup, including S700 protocol support via Ethernet, power over Ethernet, and more.

BURANO 8K: Portable Powerhouse

Easily configurable for solo or team use, the highly mobile Sony BURANO 8K Digital Cinema Camera offers up to 8.6K video capture in a compact, full-frame form. Unique in-camera stabilization for E- and PL-mount lenses, Fast Hybrid Autofocus, and an easily adjustable ND filter enhance single-user capture and seamless image matching, making the BURANO camera ideal for use as your VENICE B or C camera.

The BURANO camera’s 8.6K CMOS sensor not only matches the VENICE 8K's exceptional imagery, it also incorporates Sony's renowned autofocus technology—a huge boon for single operators when facing fast-paced environments with challenging focus. Blending the best of the CineAlta and FX series, the BURANO offers a massive 16-stop dynamic range, excellent HDR imaging, CFexpress Type B card recording, and multiple frame rates and codecs including Sony’s rich but efficient X-OCN LT compressed raw format. Four new looks (Warm, Cool, Vintage, and Teal/Orange join s709 and 709 (800) looks in the Cine EI mode.

ILX-LR1: An Industrial Workhorse

Full-frame, 4K capture is now within reach for your industrial applications using Sony’s ILX-LR1 professional camera. This lightweight, compact addition to the alpha line uses a 1.38", 61 effective MP CMOS sensor to transform your imaging with details not visible with conventional drone cameras. Ideal for inspection, surveying, and mapping, the ILX-LR1 lets you select the most appropriate lens for your shot from a huge range of interchangeable E-mount glass. Its streamlined design does without an LCD monitor, viewfinder, grip, or battery, producing an ultra-lightweight, compact form that can be adapted for smaller drone use. Controls and connectors are grouped together for easier mounting and DC power, exposure output, focus, and camera trigger functions can be funneled through a single cable. Users can control the ILX-LR1’s menu and functions remotely using their own software applications, thanks to the Sony Camera Remote SDK (software development kit).