Sony FX6 Camcorder

General features

4K (QFHD) high frame rate 120fps recording

Built-in electronic variable ND filter

35mm full-frame, single-chip CMOS image sensor

10.2 Megapixels

ISO 800/12800 (Cine EI mode, D55 Light source)

State-of-the-art video functions such as Real-time Eye AF and Face Detection

DCI 4K60p | UHD 4K120 | 1080p240

15+ Stops Dynamic Range in S-Log 3 EI

8.8 cm (3.5 type) Touch Screen

Weight - 890 g

Capture the impossible with wider ISO sensitivity

Capture usable images in near total darkness with an impressively wide ISO range of up to 409600. The full-frame sensor and innovative light-gathering technology together provide unlimited shooting possibilities.

The FX6 Full Frame Camera from Sony was developed to offer versatile cine style imaging in a truly compact form. With up to 15+ stops of dynamic range, Sony's S-Cinetone gamma for film-like skin tones, and the ability to capture 10-bit, 4:2:2 XAVC-I recordings, the FX6 is both ready to complement your FX9. or VENICE to take on agile, documentary, gimbal and drone footage on your own. The FX6 camera combines a 4K full-frame Exmor R sensor with the BIONX XR engine for ultra-precise shooting at a variety of settings using a base ISO of 800, along with a high-sensitivity mode of ISO 12800 for nuanced low-light scenes.

At just under 2lb, the FX6 body is a full 2lb lighter than the FX9, and measuring 6 x 4.6", the S35 sensor fits a full-frame sensor in a body comparable to the Sony FS5. The FX6 is a Pro-cine set workflow, it also offers a variety of features that are a boon for a single operator user. These include both Face Detection and real-time Eye autofocus, both auto and manual ND, and fast and accurate phase-detection autofocus with filter settings for fast exposure compensation and a 3.5" LCD monitor with time-saving touchscreen access to key menu settings and versatile positioning for convenient use.

Versatile Add-on to Sony Cinema Line

Part of Sony's Cinema Line, the FX6 shares key imaging features with built-in cameras like the VENICE and FX9. Common key features include a full-frame sensor, film-like color science, a compact, lightweight form, professional connectivity interfaces, and advanced autofocus options.

Compared to FX9, FX6 differs in several features; however many FX6 features tick the same boxes and many FX9 improvements are made:

Matches FX9's video capture up to DCI 4K60

Has the same S-Cinetone, S-Log3 and HLG gamma options

16-bit raw outputs like FX9

Sony E lens mount

Offers the same 1/4 to 1/128 ND options

Also provides 2-channel XLR audio input

FX6 differences from FX9:

4K capture vs 6K

It has a single 12G/6G/3G-SDI BNC port that cuts out the FX9's additional 3G-SDI port.

It includes a timecode port but lacks the FX9's genlock connector.

Enhanced FX6 features include:

ISO range of 320 to 409,600 versus the FX9's 320 to 102,400 range

Top frame rates up to 120p in 4K and 240p in HD versus FX9's best 1080p in HD

Dual card slots are compatible with both durable, high-throughput CFexpress Type A and widely available SDXC cards compared to FX9's reliance on proprietary XQD cards and a single SD card option

4K Full Frame CMOS Exmor R Sensor

The FX6's 10.2MP image sensor features backlighting for excellent low-light performance, 627 focal-plane points for fast phase-detection autofocus, and full-frame lens compatibility that creates a rich, immersive look. The sensor's fast scanning speed minimizes louver imperfections and supports high frame rates and fast autofocus responses.

15+ Stops Dynamic Range

The Exmor R sensor also enables the FX6 to capture more than 15 stops of dynamic range in Cine EI mode with S-Log3, creating fine, high-resolution images.

Wide ISO Range

Choose from a base ISO of 800, a high-sensitivity 12,800 ISO for low-light shooting, and a maximum ISO of 409,600 for true low-light settings.

Electronic Variable ND Filters

Automatically adjust the FX6's integrated neutral density (ND) filter system for accurately exposed shots even in changing light conditions, or smoothly adjust the ND filter density manually in increments of 1/4 to 1/128 as you shoot; both options will produce properly exposed images without affecting the depth of field you choose.

Advanced XAVC Codec Options

The FX6 is the first compact, full-frame camera to offer UHD 4K 4:2:2 footage in the high-quality yet efficient XAVC-I codec. It also lets you choose from a range of professional XAVC Intra and XAVC Long codecs at bitrates ranging from 35 to 600Mbps.

High Frame Rate Selections

For slow motion and fast motion views, choose from full frame rates ranging from:

1-60fps from HD to DCI 4K resolutions

100 or 120 fps in HD via UHD 4K

150, 180, 200 or 240 fps in Full HD

Super35 options include:

1-60, 100 and 120 fps in Full HD

Impressive Cinematic Look

Sony's S-Cinetone gamma curve delivers a cinematic look with film-like colours, softer tones and pleasing skin tone reproduction. Not only is this cinematic look available for in-camera viewing, it can also be captured and output with minimal or no grading for a time-saving post process. The S-Cinetone, S-Log3, S-Gamut3 and S-Gamut3.Cine options also simplify the process of matching FX6 footage to your VENICE or FX9 video, and offer extensive color grading options.

Fast Hybrid / Phase Detection Auto Focus

Compatible with over 50 native Sony E-mount lenses, the FX6's advanced autofocus options include Face Detection and Auto Eye Focus modes for fast focusing with pin-sharp accuracy, even in low-light environments. Phase-detection autofocus achieves this accuracy using seven transition speed steps and five subject sensitivity.

Image Stabilization and More with Catalyst and Metadata

Pair the FX6 with Sony's Catalyst Prepare/Browse software to use metadata to stabilize your image, automatically rotate gimbal footage and add markers for easier clip filtering in post-production.

Touch 3.5" LCD Control

The FX6's 3.5" LCD monitor offers both high resolution viewing and ease of touch camera control. LCD quick menu controls, key settings such as Codec, Imager Scan Mode, Picture Size and Frequency, Base ISO / Sensitivity, Shooting Mode and Audio Contains Levels.

Reliable Design and Construction

Constructed with a lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy chassis, the FX6 body offers maximum reliability and dissipates heat efficiently to enable longer recording times. The outer seams, buttons and interfaces are treated with updated sealing, which also increases the camera's resistance to dust and moisture.

4-Channel Audio Recording

The FX6 offers up to 4 channels of audio recording by combining dual XLR inputs, a 2-channel multi-interface shoe input, and a built-in stereo microphone on the top arm of the camera. This allows simultaneous use of an external microphone to record your main sound source and the internal microphone for ambient sound and/or voice memos by the operator.

Professional Input / Output Interface

The FX6 input and output ports include a selectable 12G/6G/3G-SDI output, 12-bit raw output over SDI, and an HDMI output for flexible monitoring. It also has timecode input and output to synchronize multiple cameras and a built-in Wi-Fi module.

CFexpress Media Slots and Multiple Recording Modes

The FX6's dual media slots accept both rugged, high-performance, high-capacity CFexpress Type A cards and widely available UHS-II / UHS-1 SDXC cards. Note that CFexpress Type A cards are required for 100/120 fps UHD 4K capture and 150/180/200/240 fps HD high-speed capture.

Modular, Capture Design

The FX6's modular design allows you to lower it into its compact body for gimbal or drone use, or it can be used with separately available accessories such as a smart grip for handheld shooting and a smart grip for fingertip control. The 3.5" LCD screen can be quickly positioned in multiple positions on the camera to provide comfortable, ergonomic viewing.

Content Browser Mobile Compatibility

When used with the separately available Content Browser Mobile app and a compatible smartphone or remote control, the FX6's Wi-Fi functionality provides remote monitoring and focus / iris / zoom control.

Technicial Specifications

Image sensor

Sensor SizeFull Frame

Sensor TypeCMOS

Sensor Resolution10.2 Megapixels

Color filterBayer

Shutter TypeShutter

ISO800 (Native), 12800 (Extended), 320 - 409600 (Extended)

Gain-3 to 30 dB

Advertised Dynamic Range15 Stops

Camera

Lens MountSony E-Mount

Lens CommunicationYes

Shutter speed1/1 to 1/8000 second

Built-in ND Filter1/4 to 1/128 Stop Electronic ND Filter

Built-in Microphone TypeStereo / Mono

Media / Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD

Variable Frame Rates DCI 4K: 1 to 60 fps UHD: Up to 1 120 fps 1080p: Up to 1 240 fps

Internal Recording

Recording ModesXAVC-I 4: 2: 2 10 Bit: 23.98 / 24/25/29.97 / 50 / 4096 x 2160p at 59.94 fps (240 to 600 Mbps) 23.98 / 25 / 29 3840 x 2160p (240 to 600 Mb/s) 1920 x 1980p at .97 / 50 / 59.94 fps, 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps (89 to 222 Mb / s) XAVC-L 4: 2 : 0 8 Bit: 3840 x 2160p, 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps (100-150 Mbps) XAVC-L 4: 2: 2 10-Bit: 23.98 / 25 / 29 1920 x 1080p at .97 / 50 / 59.94 fps (35 - 50 Mbps)

Gamma CurveHDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log, Sony S-Log 3

Audio recording AVC-Intra: 2/4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio AVC-Long: 2/4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio

External Registration

Raw Output SDI / BNC in Raw Mode: 4096 x 2160 16-Bit at 23.98 / 24/25/29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 16-Bit at 23.98 / 25 / 29.97 / 50 / 59.94 fps

Interface / Connections

Video Connectors1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Out 1 x HDMI Out

Audio Connectors2 x 3-Pin XLR Microphone / Line Level Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Out

Other I/O 1 x BNC Timecode Input/Output 1 x USB Type-C 1 x USB Micro-B 1 x 2.5 mm Control

Wireless Interfaces2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Wi-Fi

Screen

Display typeBuilt-in Touchscreen LCD

Size 8.8cm / 3.5"

Screen Resolution1280 x 720 (2,760,000 Dots)

EVF / Viewfinder

EVF Optional, Not Included

Strength

Battery TypeSony BP-U Series

Power Connectors1 x (19.5 VDC) Input

Battery Operating TimeApprox. 105 min with BP-U35 battery

Power consumption18 W

Environmental Operating Conditions

Operating temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C

Storage temperature -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C

General

Dimensions 6 x 4.6 x 4.5" / 153 x 116 x 114 mm (Without Protrusions)

Weight2 lb / 890 g