Sony PXW-FX9 XDCAM 6K Camera System (Body Only)

Sony PXW-FX9 XDCAM 6K Camera System (Body Only)

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Full-frame creativity
Realize beautiful 4K imagery with the creative freedom made possible by oversampling a huge high resolution full-frame sensor. Capture every detail from the scene with shallow depth of field and stunning bokeh for a truly cinematic look. 15+ stops of dynamic range and Dual Base ISO enable you to capture every nuance, from subtle shadow detail to specular highlights, with an immaculate color palette.

Capturing the impossible
Make sure your story’s always clear with enhanced Fast Hybrid AF that tracks your subject with unprecedented speed, smoothness, and precision. Its impact is transformative for premium documentary, commercial, and event applications. Your ability to precisely capture your subject’s expression is further enhanced with Sony’s unique Eye AF.*

Shoot in comfort, expand your horizons
The FX9 revolutionizes full-frame cinematography with peerless ergonomics and advanced technology for on-the-go shooting. The world’s first full-frame electronic variable ND filter* transforms possibilities for shooting in variable lighting conditions. Built-in Wi-Fi and 12G-SDI support advanced workflows while the optional XDCA-FX9 extension unit further expands the operational possibilities of the PXW-FX9. Ver.2.0 firmware adds HLG, User 3D LUTs, and more with yet more advanced features still to come.

6K Full-Frame “Exmor R” sensor for stunning picture quality
The camera’s full-frame 6K sensor provides superb recording in DCI 4K*, Ultra HD, and HD resolutions. Powerful image processing with debayering and oversampling ensures image quality beyond the limits of conventional Super 35-mm sensors. The back-illuminated CMOS image sensor also uses Sony’s Exmor R technology for improved sensitivity and noise reduction. Compared to a 4K Super 35-mm sensor, the FX9’s 6K sensor has over twice the surface area while providing a wider angle of view and shallower depth of field.

Phenomenal 15+ stops dynamic range for limitless expression
FX9 offers an exceptional 15+ stops of dynamic range—allowing for unprecedented creative freedom in color grading and post. Camera operators can concentrate on framing the scene they want while relying upon the FX9 to capture every nuance and detail using either 4K 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording or 16-bit RAW external recording.* In grading, colorists can find color and detail beyond the normal viewing abilities of the camera operator to create a final image that exactly portrays the mood of the scene.

Dual Base ISO for stunning images in any light
The FX9 features a base sensitivity of ISO 800, providing the optimal dynamic range for typical documentary applications such as shooting outside or in brightly lit interiors. A secondary High Base sensitivity of ISO 4000 excels in low-light conditions such as early morning and evening shoots while maintaining superb image quality. ISO 4000 is also ideal when using slow lenses. Combining Dual Base ISO with the camera’s electronic variable ND Filter provides superb creative control in almost any shooting environment, with truly next-generation responsiveness to changing conditions.

Cinematic color science with S-Cinetone™
S-Cinetone is the default look of FX9 that’s tuned to meet the requirements of today’s content creators with rich mid-range colors, alluring facial tones and a softer tonal look—developed with the same expertise as Sony’s world-leading VENICE digital cinematography camera. S-Cinetone means your content looks fresh and vivid straight out of the camera, with subjects that really stand out while retaining plenty of latitude in post-production thanks to the high-performance full-frame image sensor.

Accelerate your workflow with User 3D Luts and HLG*
User Created 3D LUTs make it easy to customize FX9’s look to your preferences. It is possible to import LUTs files from an SD card and store up to 16 files on the FX9’s internal memory and switch between them as needed. This is particularly useful for shooting in S-Log3, allowing you to preview on camera whatever custom look you create.

FX9 can record HDR using S-Log3 or Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG).*
•S-Log3 is optimized for premium applications, capturing the maximum dynamic range from a sensor and providing ultimate creative freedom when color grading
•HLG* delivers content quickly without additional color grading making it an ideal choice for day-to-day shooting, viewing and editing workflows

Selectable Frame Rates in Both Full-Frame & Super 35
Choose your desired frame rate from 1fps up to 180fps* for impressive quick- and slow-motion footage. FX9 creates an immersive image with a wide-angle look and shallower depth of field provided by its full-frame sensor in combination with quick and slow motion. Engage your audience with this new creative look. FX9 also offers a Quality priority setting** that maximizes full HD image quality using full-frame 6K scan mode or Super 35 4K scan mode with advanced oversampling technology.

• Super 35 2K imager scan mode prioritizes frame rates, so image quality may be reduced depending on the shooting environment. In this instance, the settings below are recommended.
• Cine EI mode: Set EI gain lower and exposure level higher instead
• Custom/SDR mode: Choose the gamma category setting of Original (S-Cinetone) or STD (STD1 to 6)

16-bit RAW capability
16-bit RAW offers a phenomenal increase in post-production creative freedom to fully exploit FX9’s exceptional 15+ stops of dynamic range. FX9 supports export of 16-bit RAW at either 4K or 2K resolution using the optional XDCA-FX9 extension unit with a single BNC cable connection to compatible external RAW recorders.

Capture the action with enhanced Fast Hybrid AF
Effortlessly track fast-moving subjects with pin-sharp focus, even when using wide-lens aperture settings to maintain a shallow depth of field with the camera’s full-frame sensor. Developed by Sony’s α camera engineers, enhanced Fast Hybrid AF combines phase detection AF for fast, accurate subject tracking with contrast AF for exceptional focus accuracy. In addition, Face Detection intelligently recognizes and locks on to human faces.

The dedicated 561-point phase detection AF sensor covers approximately 94% of the whole image area width and 96% of height, allowing consistently accurate, responsive AF tracking, even with fast-moving subjects.

Eye AF & Focus Touch Control
FX9 is the world’s first professional camcorder with Sony’s world-leading eye-tracking technology.** High-speed, high-precision image processing maintains a pin-sharp focus. During an interview or portraiture shoot, you can rely upon Eye AF to capture your subject’s most subtle expressions while you concentrate on the interview and framing.

Focus Touch Control allows you to precisely set the camera’s specific focus area by simply touching the LCD viewfinder. It’s fast and intuitive—ensuring your full creative control of FX9’s powerful AF technology.

Customizable AF settings
The FX9’s comprehensive autofocus settings provide the creative flexibility to integrate with any project.

7-level AF transition speeds from Fast—switching between subjects as quickly as possible—to Slow, where speed is reduced to fit a more measured shooting style, such as a historical TV drama.

5-level AF subject-shift sensitivity ranges from Locked-on—ignoring other moving subjects in the frame—to Responsive, which switches focus from one subject to another, ideal for snapping between race cars as they speed by.

Autofocus with Sony E-mount lenses
Experience smooth, responsive autofocus with every Sony E-mount lens, including Sony’s new Cinema Lens Series with premium optical performance and operability for demanding cinematography applications. Advanced E-mount lever-lock operation allows quick, easy lens exchange in the field, plus added stability and security with large lenses.

The world’s first electronic variable ND filter for full-frame sensors*
Realize even greater creative control with Sony’s unique built-in electronic variable neutral density (ND) filter—a world first* for professional full-frame camcorders. Set to Auto, or adjust filter density manually in smooth increments from 1/4 to 1/128 as you shoot, for perfectly exposed images without affecting depth of field as lighting conditions change. Use higher-density settings with a slower shutter speed for breathtaking artistic effects.

Proven ergonomics & accessory compatibility
FX9 chassis is the latest refinement of the revolutionary FS7 design, so you can be sure it will feel great to shoot with from almost any position, while also offering compatibility with a large proportion of the countless FS7 accessories, including U-series batteries, chargers, E-mount lenses, plus arms and lens adaptors.*

The control arm is easily adjusted without tools, so FX9 adapts effortlessly to your physique and preferred shooting style—handheld, at waist level, or shoulder-mounted. The smart grip also features an updated design, more compact than before while still holding all the key shooting controls, allowing you to concentrate on the scene without distractions. The FX9 also introduces a micro USB interface for improved responsiveness and support for a wrist strap.

To withstand the rigors of real-world shooting, FX9 has a robust magnesium chassis which is almost one third lighter than aluminum equivalent, while offering high impact resistance. FX9’s buttons, dials, and other parts are sealed to prevent dust and water spray from entering for even greater operational reliability.

Quick menu control with touch operation*
The FX9’s LCD Viewfinder has a quick-access control menu for commonly accessed features. With a single touch, you can press to change key settings including:

• Codec, Imager Scan mode, Picture Size and frequency.
• Base ISO/Sensitivity
• Shooting Mode
• Audio Levels

Introduced with V2 firmware, the FX9’s quick access control menu uses a similar UI to Sony’s acclaimed VENICE digital cinematography camera.

Stable, shake-free handheld footage
Advanced image stabilization information means even handheld footage can be transformed with Sony Catalyst Browse/Catalyst Prepare software* in post-production to look as smooth as if it were shot with a gimbal. Unlike in-camera or lens stabilization, metadata combining FX9’s built-in gyro and lens information allows you to creatively choose the balance between the level of shake-compensation and the resolution of trimmed 4K imagery. This feature requires Sony E-mount lens and allows for far faster processing than conventional NLE stabilization workflows.

Beautifully matched shooting partners
Optimized for professional cinematography applications, the light and compact SELP28135G-powered zoom lens is an ideal complement for the full-frame imaging possibilities of the FX9.

• Circular aperture with full-frame image circle format
• Motorized servo zoom for smooth, precise zoom moves
• Three independent rings for focus, zoom and iris with smooth, silent drive

Adds shoulder-style operation, advanced networking
Further extend the capabilities of the FX9 with the optional XDCA-FX9 extension unit that optimizes camera weight distribution and ergonomics for comfortable shoulder-style shooting—ideal for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) and documentary applications. The extension unit also adds advanced networking for streaming/file transfers and timecode for multi-camera shoots.

4-channel audio input and recording
The FX9 offers superb audio capabilities with independent control dials for each channel. In applications such as interviews, 4-channel audio recording enables simultaneous use of an external microphone for recording ambient sounds, a built-in microphone for voice memos by the operator, and two optional UWP Series wireless microphones to capture the voices of interviewer and interviewee. In addition, using the optional XLR-K3M, XLR-K2M or XLR-K1M XLR adapter—with two extra XLR inputs—allows even more devices to be connected.

Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe
Sony’s flexible Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe provides power, signal connections and coordinated on/off switching with compatible Sony accessories. For example, you can connect and control Sony UWP-D wireless microphone systems (optional).

Specifications

• General
  Important Note: FX9 is available from Sony as four SKUs. PXW-FX9V (without lens) and PXW-FX9VK (with lens) support both 5 Ghz and 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi. PXW-FX9T (without lens) and PXW-FX9TK (with lens) support 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Availability is determined by country/regional regulations.
  Mass: Approx 4.41 lb (body only)
  Approx. 10.58 lb (with Viewfinder, Eyepiece, Grip Remote Control, BP-U35 battery, SELP28135G LENS, an XQD memory card, handle, mic holder)
  Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.75 × 5.61 × 9.02 in (body without protrusions)
  Power Requirements: DC 19.5V
  Power Consumption: Approx. 35.2 W (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
  Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
  32°F to 104°F
  Storage Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
  -4°F to +140°F
  Battery Operating Time: Approx. 54 min. with BP-U35 battery
  (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
  Approx. 108 min. with BP-U70 battery
  (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
  Recording Format (Video)
  [XAVC Intra]XAVC-I DCI4K 59.94p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 600 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I DCI4K 50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 500 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I DCI4K 29.97p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 300 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I DCI4K 25p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 250 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I DCI4K 24p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 240 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I DCI4K 23.98p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 240 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 600 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I QFHD 50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 500 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I QFHD 29.97p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 300 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I QFHD 25p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 250 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I QFHD 23.98p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 240 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I HD 59.94p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 222 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I HD 50p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 223 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I HD 59.94i/29.97p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 111 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I HD 50i/25p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 112MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  XAVC-I HD 23.98p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 89MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
  Recording Format (Video)
  [XAVC Long]XAVC-L QFHD 29.97p/25p/23.98p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 100 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
  XAVC-L QFHD 59.94p/50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 150 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
  XAVC-L HD 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 50 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
  XAVC-L HD 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 35 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
  XAVC-L HD 59.94i/50i mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 25 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
  Recording Format (Video)
  [MPEG-2 Long GOP]MPEG2 HD422 mode: CBR, MAX bit rate 50 MBps, MPEG-2 422P@HL
  Recording Format (Audio)LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
  Recording Frame Rate[XAVC Intra]
  XAVC-I DCI4K mode: 4096 x 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P, 24P
  XAVC-I QFHD mode: 3840 x 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  XAVC-I HD mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 59.94i, 50P, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  [XAVC Long]
  XAVC-L QFHD mode: 3840 x 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  XAVC-L HD 50 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  XAVC-L HD 35 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  XAVC-L HD 25 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 50i
  [MPEG-2 Long GOP]
  MPEG HD422 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  Recording/playback Time
  [XAVC Intra]XAVC-I DCI4K/QFHD 59.94p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 22 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 10 minutes
  XAVC-I DCI4K/QFHD 50p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 26 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 13 minutes
  XAVC-I DCI4K/QFHD 29.97p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 43 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 21 minutes
  XAVC-I DCI4K/QFHD 25p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 52 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 25 minutes
  XAVC-I DCI4K 24p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 54 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 26 Minutes
  XAVC-I DCI4K/QFHD 23.98p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 54 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 26 Minutes
  XAVC-I HD 59.94p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 57 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 28 Minutes
  XAVC-I HD 50p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 57 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 27 minutes
  XAVC-I HD 59.94i/29.97p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 105 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 53 minutes
  XAVC-I HD 50i/25p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 105 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 53 minutes
  XAVC-I HD 23.98p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 130 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 65 minutes
  Recording/playback Time
  [XAVC Long]XAVC-L QFHD 29.97p/25p/23.98p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 125 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 62 minutes
  XAVC-L QFHD 59.94p/50p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 86 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 42 minutes
  XAVC-L HD 50 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 225 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 110 Minutes
  XAVC-L HD 35 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 305 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 150 minutes
  XAVC-L HD 25 59.94i/50i
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 410 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB) approx. 200 minutes
  Recording/playback Time
  [MPEG-2 Long GOP]MPEG HD422 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
  When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 220 minutes
  When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 105 minutes
  Recording Format (Proxy Audio): XAVC Proxy: AAC-LC, 128 kbps, 2 channels
  Recording Format (Proxy Video): XAVC Proxy: AVC/H.264 Main Profile 4:2:0 Long GOP, VBR
  1920 × 1080, 9 MBps
  1280 × 720, 9 MBps
  1280 × 720, 6 MBps
  640 × 360, 3 MBps
• Lens
  Lens MountE-mount
• Camera Section
  Imaging Device (Type): 1.38 in full-frame, single-chip CMOS image sensor
  Imaging Device (Pixel Count): 20.5 M pixels (total)
  Built-in Optical Filters: Clear, linear variable ND (1/4ND to 1/128ND)
  ISO Sensitivity: ISO 800/4000 (Cine EI mode, D55 light source)
  S/N Ratio: 57 dB (Y) (typical)
  Shutter Speed: 64F to 1/8000 sec
  Slow and Quick Motion Function: FF 6K mode:
  XAVC-I/L
  4096 x 2160
  1 to 30 frames (29.97/25/24/23.98)
  3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080
  1 to 30 frames (29.97/25/23.98)
  FFc 5K, S35 4K mode:
  XAVC-I/L
  4096 x 2160
  1 to 60 frames (59.94p, 50p, 29.97/25/24/23.98)
  3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080
  1 to 60 frames (59.94p, 50p, 29.97/25/23.98)
  FF 2K mode:
  XAVC-I
  1920 x 1080
  1 to 60, 100, 120, 150, 180 frames (59.94p, 29.97/23.98)
  1 to 60, 100, 120, 150 frames (50p, 25)
  FF 2K mode:
  XAVC-L
  1920 x 1080
  1 to 60, 100, 120 frames (59.94p, 50p, 29.97/25/23.98)
  S35 2K mode:
  XAVC-I/L
  1920 x 1080
  1 to 60, 100, 120 frames (59.94p, 50p, 29.97/25/23.98)
  White Balance: Preset, Memory A, Memory B (2000K-15000K)/ATW
  Gain-3 to 27 dB (every 1 dB), AGC
  Gamma Curve: SDR mode: S-Cinetone, STD1, STD2, STD3, STD4, STD5, STD6, HG1, HG2, HG3, HG4, HG7, HG8, S-Log3
  HDR mode: HLG (Natural/Live)
  Latitude: 15+ stop
• Input/Output
  Genlock Input/REF Output: BNC, Genlock IN/REF OUT Switchable
  TC Input/TC Output: BNC, TC IN/OUT Switchable
  Audio Input: XLR-type 3-pin (female) (×2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
  Mic reference: -30 to -80 dBu
  SDI Output: SDI OUT1: BNC, 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
  SDI OUT2: BNC, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
  USB: USB device, micro-B (×1)
  Headphone Output: Stereo mini jack (×1) -16 dBu 16 Ω
  Speaker Output: Monaural
  DC Input: DC jack
  Remote: Stereo mini-minijack (Φ2.5 mm)
  HDMI Output: Type A (x1)
• Monitoring
  LCD: 3.46 in (3.5 type) approx. 2.76 M dots
• Built-in Microphone
  Built-in Microphone: Omni-directional monaural electret condenser microphone
• Media
  Type: XQD card slot (×2)
  SD/MS card slot (×1) for saving configuration data
  SD card slot also can be used for proxy video recording
• Wi-Fi/NFC
  Supported Format: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz bandwidth
  5.2/5.3/5.6/5.8 GHz bandwidth*
  *Depending on country/regional regulation and only on PXW-FX9V and PXW-FX9VK.
  Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
  NFCNFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant