The new 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated Exmor RTM CMOS sensor features significant innovations in light gathering, connectivity, and output. As a result, it delivers twice the readout speed, superior image quality across the sensitivity range, a wide dynamic range of 15 stops, and reduced rolling shutter effect, with a phase-detection AF sensor on the focal plane.
General Characteristics
- Camera Type
- Body
- Battery Life (Photos)
- 600
- Weight
- 614 gr
- Colour
- Black
- Dust / Moisture Protection
- -
Technical Specifications
- Mount
- Sony E
- Image Stabilization
- Yes
- Built-in Flash
- No
- Log Recording
- Yes
- AI Recognition
- No
- Card Support
- CFexpress, SDHC, SDXC
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi, NFC, HDMI, USB 2.0, USB 3.0
Screen & Viewfinder
- Screen Size
- 3 "
- Viewfinder
- Yes
- Touch Screen
- Yes
- Tilting Screen
- Yes
Sensor
- Sensor Size
- Full Frame
- Native ISO (min)
- 80
- Native ISO (max)
- 102400
- Autofocus (AF)
- Yes
Image
- Resolution (Megapixels)
- 12.1 MP
- Image Resolution
- 4240 x 2832 pixels
- Image Format
- HEIF, JPEG, RAW
Video
- Video Resolution
- 3840 x 2160
- FPS
- 120 fps
- Format Video
- RAW, XAVC S, PAL
Dimensions
- Height
- 128.9 mm
- Height
- 96.9 mm
- Length
- 69.7 mm
Top Specs
- Monitor
- Touchscreen, 3"
Important information
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Description
The S series takes off to new levels of full-frame movie expression, as impressive speed combines with superior sensitivity and exceptionally low noise, adding the previously impossible 4K movie shooting, with high dynamic range and particularly strong image stabilization. New horizons of creativity await you.
Large pixels deliver high sensitivity and low noise
The new 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated Exmor RTM CMOS sensor features significant innovations in light gathering, connectivity, and output. As a result, it delivers twice the readout speed, superior image quality across the sensitivity range, a wide dynamic range of 15 stops, and reduced rolling shutter effect, with a phase-detection AF sensor on the focal plane.
Up to 8 times more powerful BIONZ XR image processor
Along with the new unparalleled speed sensor, the BIONZ XR image processing system also has 8 times more processing power. With a future-inspired architecture, it delivers high-quality images faster, for superior photo and video shooting, as well as significantly improved camera interface sensitivity.
Impressive AF performance even in 4K 120p
The new full-frame Exmor R sensor and the revolutionary BIONZ XR image processing system always provide active precision autofocus for stunning detail in space and time, and 4K movies even at 120 frames/sec or in slow motion. Incredible results with resolution and depth of field only possible with a full-frame sensor.
4:2:2 Recording at 10-bit
Recording directly from the camera, with the stunning richness of 4:2:2 color sampling and 10-bit depth, for much greater flexibility in grading, editing, and image composition.
Available All-Intra Encoding
In addition to Long GOP, it now also features All-Intra. It encodes each frame individually at bit rates up to 600 Mbps, for capturing complex movements with greater accuracy, for recording on internal and external media, and more efficient workflows.
- All-Intra (All-I)
- Long GoP
- Group of Pictures
Superior quality and smaller files with XAVC HS
The new XAVC HS recording format uses HEVC/H.265 encoding to achieve twice the compression efficiency of AVC/H.264 encoding, for superior image quality and smaller file sizes
Sony's renowned sensitivity delivers ISO 409600
The sensitivity of the series reaches new heights, with a wider ISO range for movies from 80 to an astonishing 409600 (standard range 80-102400). With advanced light gathering and output optimization, the 12.1-megapixel full-frame sensor achieves low noise across the entire sensitivity range and can capture reliable images in almost complete darkness.
S-Log3 gamma and S-Gamut3.Cine, like the professional ones
The S-Log3 gamma curve and S-Gamut3.Cine color space, which are also found in professional video cameras, offer greater dynamic range and easier color matching for smoother workflow completion.
HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) simplifies HDR with shots for compatible BRAVIA televisions from the camera, without complex post production and smooth gradations from 10-bit color depth.
- High flexibility for precise image adjustments (color grading required)
- Instant high-quality image (no color grading required)
Improvements in image quality
The new BIONZ XR image processing system delivers improvements in image reproduction, stability under various light sources, natural tone gradation and slow fall-off, and reduced rolling shutter effect.
16-bit RAW HDMI Output
For demanding post-production workflows, 16-bit RAW output is available via HDMI connection to compatible external recorders, while XAVC HS 4K, XAVC S 4K, or XAVC S-I 4K and proxy files are simultaneously recorded in-camera.
Efficient Processing with Proxy Recording
When recording 4K high bit rate movies, the camera can create HD proxies (in 8 or 10 bit depth). Processing smaller proxy files reduces the load on the computer and speeds up the creation of the final 4K deliverable.
Precision and reliability with fast hybrid autofocus
The wide-area autofocus features intelligent tracking and a phase-detection sensor that covers almost the entire frame. As a result, every bit of superior and stable AF is captured, in combination with high-quality E-mount lenses, even when shooting subjects with shallow depth of field in 4K and at frame rates of 120 p
High focus control for solo photography
With 7 AF transition speeds and 5 AF subject shift sensitivity levels, you can better express your creativity in changing subjects or, for example, in rack focus. A simple touch temporarily activates autofocus even in manual mode.
Real-time Eye AF for Movies
The real-time Eye AF offers focusing accuracy with artificial intelligence for a 30% performance improvement on profiles or faces in shadow. Thanks to the constant eye tracking, you can focus on composition even with shallow depth of field.
Live Monitoring with Easy Touch Control
Real-time tracking analyzes color, pattern, depth, and face to track the subject. Touch tracking easily and automatically detects the subject you touch on the LCD screen.
5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
Includes image stabilization and high-precision gyroscopic sensor, delivering 5-axis optical image stabilization.
- Yaw
- Roll
- Pitch
Digital audio interface for clear recording
The digital audio interface added to the multi-interface (MI) shoe allows for 24-bit input. The available settings are 48 kHz/16 bit 2 ch. and, with the optional XLR-K3M adapter kit, 48 kHz/24 bit 2 ch. and 48 kHz/24 bit 4 ch.
Unique heat dissipation for reliable recording
Sony's unique S-shaped graphite heatsink is integrated into the image stabilization unit. This effectively dissipates heat 5 times more efficiently, extending recording time without disrupting image stabilization.
Comfortable movie shooting
Following suggestions from professional users, the MOVIE button has been moved to the top front for improved operability in any shooting position. The sequence of the mode dial and the speed of switching have also been improved.
Dual media slots compatible with CFexpress Type A
Both slots support ultra-fast CFexpress Type A cards, offering high bit rate and quick buffering, and SDXC UHS-II cards. Parallel and relay recording are also available.
Multi-angle LCD screen for comfortable movie shooting
The 1.44 million-dot, 3.0-type, multi-angle touch screen opens from the side, allowing for flexible positioning and improved visibility when adding a gimbal or other accessories.
9.44 million-dot electronic viewfinder
The new electronic viewfinder offers unprecedented resolution, contrast, and color. It also has 0.9x magnification, a 41° diagonal field of view, and a long eye relief of 25 mm.