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SONY PXW-FX9

FULL FRAME 6K SENSOR CAMERA

Sony FX9 Description

Whether you’re shooting documentaries, events, reality TV, education, or corporate productions, the PXW-FX9 XDCAM 6K Full-Frame Camera System from Sony has you covered with its powerful and flexible 4K interchangeable lens camera system. The PXW-FX9 features a full-frame, oversampled 6K Exmor R CMOS sensor that allows you to capture 4K images with cinematic depth of field. The camera’s E-mount is machined from stainless steel and allows you to use E-mount lenses.

The camera features a 15-stop dynamic range and records 10-bit 4:2:2 to dual XQD media card slots that support simultaneous and relay recording, as well as multiple backup recording modes that utilize proxy files. The camera can record UHD (3840 x 2160) and HD (1920 x 1080) internally at a selectable frame rate from 1 fps up to 60 fps in XAVC-I, XAVC-Long, and MPEG HD formats. And with a future firmware update, it will be able to record HD at up to 180 fps and output 16-bit raw 4K/2K footage up to 120 fps. In addition to its wide dynamic range, its enhanced color and light features include a dual base ISO of 800/4000, which is helpful when in low-light situations or using a slower lens. Its 7-stop electronic variable HD filter can perform in auto or manual mode, smoothly adjusting from 1/4 to 1/128 density. The camera’s default S-Cinetone color look offers the same soft, vivid tone as with Sony’s VENICE camera.

Features

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.

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.

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

The FX9 offers an exceptional 15+ stops of dynamic range—beyond the normal range of human perception—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

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.

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 mode: Choose the gamma category setting of Original (S-Cinetone) or STD (STD1 to 6).

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.

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.

Specs


MassApprox 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) *1/strong>5.75 × 5.61 × 9.02 in (body without protrusions)
Power RequirementsDC 19.5V
Power ConsumptionApprox. 35.2 W (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
32°F to 104°F
Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C
-4°F to +140°F
Battery Operating TimeApprox. 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)Approx. 2 hrs with BP-U60 battery while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94P, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
Approx. 3 hrs with BP-U90 battery (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94P, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
Recording Format (Video)[XAVC Intra]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 QFHD mode: 3840 × 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC-I HD mode: 1920 × 1080/59.94P, 59.94i, 50P, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
[XAVC Long]
XAVC-L QFHD mode: 3840 × 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 × 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 QFHD 59.94p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 22 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 10 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 50p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 26 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 13 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 29.97p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 43 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 21 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 25p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 52 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 25 minutes
XAVC-I 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
Lens MountE-mount
Imaging Device (Type)1.38 in full-frame, single-chip CMOS image sensor
Built-in Optical FiltersClear, linear variable ND (1/4ND to 1/128ND)
ISO SensitivityISO 800/4000 (Cine EI mode, D55 light source)
S/N Ratio57 dB (Y) (typical)
Shutter Speed64F to 1/8000 sec
White BalancePreset, Memory A, Memory B (2000K-15000K)/ATW
Gain-3 to 18 dB (every 1 dB), AGC
Gamma CurveS-Cinetone, STD1, STD2, STD3, STD4, STD5, STD6, HG1, HG2, HG3, HG4, HG7, HG8, S-Log3
Latitude15+ stop
Audio InputXLR-type 3-pin (female) (×2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
Mic reference: -30 to -80 dBu
SDI OutputSDI OUT1: BNC, 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
SDI OUT2: BNC, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
USBUSB device, micro-B (×1)
Headphone OutputStereo mini jack (×1) -16 dBu 16 Ω
Speaker OutputMonaural
DC InputDC jack
RemoteStereo mini-minijack (Φ2.5 mm)
HDMI OutputType A (x1)
LCD Monitor3.46 in (3.5 type) approx. 2.76 M dots
Built-in MicrophoneOmni-directional monaural electret condenser microphone
Media TypeXQD card slot (×2)
SD/MS card slot (×1) for saving configuration data
SD card slot also can be used for proxy video recording

 

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