Sony has released a new firmware update for their FX6 cinema camera. The 5.0 version brings several enhancements, including the 1.5x de-squeeze function for anamorphic lenses, support for the Monitor & Control App, and additional lenses supported by the breathing compensation feature.
Key Features of the Sony FX6
The Sony FX6 is a compact full-frame cinema camera introduced in 2020. It features a native 4K 10.2-megapixel sensor, an electronic variable ND filter, and a dual native ISO of 800 and 12,800 ISO.
Firmware Update 5.0 Overview
Sony has updated the FX6 with the 5.0 firmware update launched today. Users need to install the Monitor & Control smartphone app version 2.0 or later for full functionality, as the monitoring function will no longer be available in the Content Browser Mobile app after the update.
Detailed List of Updates in Firmware 5.0
- New Preset 709tone Base Look: Adds support for this new look for broadcast.
- 1.5x De-Squeeze Setting: Adds this setting for both the viewfinder and HDMI output.
- Monitor & Control App Support: Includes support for the app with features such as waveform and histogram displays, false-color and Focus Map displays, and monitoring at 1024×576 resolution.
- Area Indication Setting: Adds support for this setting when using the Multi Matrix correction feature.
- Image Quality Improvement: Enhances image quality when using 3D LUT software.
- 23.98PsF Support: Adds support for this progressive segmented frame for SDI output.
- Breathing Compensation: Adds support for lenses (SEL100400GM, SEL200600G) for this function.
- Real-time Tracking Auto-Focus: Adds the ability to use the multi-selector to choose the focus target.
- Status Screen Enhancements: Adds settings to the status screen, including:
- Format Media A or B on the Media status screen
- Wireless LAN, Wired LAN, or Modem setting on the Network status screen
- Matrix/Multi Matrix Adjustment Range: Improves the adjustment range of Matrix/Multi Matrix when using the User Base Look and setting the target display to HDR (HLG). Note that the effect on the setting values differs from version 4.0 or earlier, and users should readjust the range if they are using the Matrix or Multi Matrix settings.
About Sony
Sony Group Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading global conglomerate known for its diverse range of products and services. Founded in 1946 by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo, the company initially focused on electronics and later rebranded as Sony in 1958. Sony’s early successes include the transistor radio and the Walkman portable cassette player, which established its reputation for innovation.
News source: https://sonycine.com/articles/new-fx6-firmware-now-available/
