The Sony FX6 (ILME-FX6) is a full-frame mirrorless, interchangeable-lens, semi-professional cinema camera announced on 17 November 2020.[1] The model is positioned between the smaller Sony ILME-FX3 and larger Sony PXW-FX9.

Sony FX6
Overview
MakerSony
TypeFull Frame MILC
ReleasedNovember 17, 2020; 3 years ago (2020-11-17)
Intro priceMSRP: USD 5999 (body)
Lens
Lens mountSony E-mount
LensInterchangeable lens
Sensor/medium
SensorFull frame
Sensor typeExmor R CMOS Sensor
Sensor size35.6mm x 23.8mm Full Frame
Sensor makerSony
Maximum resolution12 megapixels
4240 × 2832
Film speedISO 40-409600
Dual Base ISO Modes:
  • S-Log 3
  • Low Base ISO 800
  • High Base ISO 12,800
Storage media
Flash
Flashn/a
Compatible flashesMi Shoe Mount (for digital microphones)
Shutter
ShutterElectronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Image processing
Image processorBIONZ XR
General
Video recordingXAVC S, XAVC HS
4K up to 120 fps,
1080p up to 120 fps, RAW output 4.2K 16bit
LCD screen3.5" 1.44M dots (1280 x 720 pixels) touchscreen
variable-angle monitor
Battery
  • BP-U35 (from the original box)
  • BP-U70
  • BP-U100
Li-ion
AV Port(s)HDMI A, ⌀3.5 mm audio jack
Data Port(s)USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC 3
Body featuresActive Mode optical image stabilization, Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation, Anti-Dust System
Dimensions129.7 mm × 77.8 mm × 84.5 mm (5.11 in × 3.06 in × 3.33 in)
Weight890 g (1.96 lb)
excluding battery, memory card and XLR handle, grip, handle, monitor
Made inChina

Features

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Inherited features features from former models

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The Sony FX6 is a successor of similar models such as NEX-FS700, PXW-FS5M2 – although earlier models focused on Super 35 shooting mode (APS-C sensor).

  • Focused on one man operation, comfortable, handheld operation with multiple 1/4" mounting screw points, which allows users to use cages and accessories mounted on the camera
  • Previous S35 (Super 35) sensor size had worse signal-to-noise ratio
  • 19V power adapter for no time limit operation

Basic camera specifications of FX6

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  • Full-frame sensor with 12.9 Mpx[2]
  • Cinema style shooting with DCI 4K option (17:9 aspect ratio)
  • True 24p shooting for movie
  • RAW 16bit output capability through 12G SDI and HDMI
  • Dynamic range of 15+ stops
  • Integrated Electronic Variable ND Filter
  • Dual base ISO of 800 or a high-sensitivity 12,800 ISO for lower-light capture
  • 409,600 maximum ISO for true low-light settings.[3]
  • Compatibility with BP-class battery type

Cinematic recording

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The FX6 introduced S-Cinetone (from Sony VENICE), a video pre-set used by Sony's cinema cameras.

Video resolutions and modes

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PAL modes and NTSC modes has different Recording Frame Rates and Record Settings.

FF scanning mode Selectable movie modes in CINE EI (S-Gamut3.Cine/S-Log-3, S-Gamut3/S-Log-3)
Format Frame size Frame Rate Color sampling /

Color space

Maximum Bitrate
DCI 4K
XAVC Intra 4K 4096 x 2160 px 59.94p 4:2:2 10bit 600 Mbit
50p 500 Mbit
29.97p 300 Mbit
25p 250 Mbit
24p 240 Mbit
23.976p 240 Mbit
4K (QFHD)
XAVC Intra 4K 3840 x 1260 px 59.94p 4:2:2 10bit 600 Mbit
50p 500 Mbit
29.97p 300 Mbit
25p 250 Mbit
23.976p 240 Mbit
4K (QFHD)
XAVC Long 4K 3840 x 1260 px 59.94p 4:2:0 8bit 156 Mbit
50p 156 Mbit
29.97p 100 Mbit
25p 100 Mbit
23.976p 100 Mbit
1080p (FHD)
XAVC Intra HD 1920 x 1080 px 59.94p 4:2:2 10bit 222 Mbit
50p 224 Mbit
29.97p 111 Mbit
25p 112 Mbit
23.976p 89 Mbit
1080p (FHD)
XAVC Long HD 1920 x 1080 px 59.94p 4:2:2 10bit 35 Mbit
50p
29.97p
25p
23.976p

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Sony Electronics Launches FX6 Full-frame Professional Camera to Expand its Cinema Line". Sony Corporation of America. 17 November 2020. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
  2. ^ "Sony FX6 - 4 K Full-Frame Camcorder R Sensor (few items in stock)". broadcaststoreeurope.com. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
  3. ^ "Sony FX6 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Body Only) ILME-FX6V B&H". Retrieved 1 December 2023.
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