Sony VENICE
Sony VENICE
Sony VENICE
Sony proudly introduces its next generation motion picture camera system with forward thinking full frame sensor, phenomenal color science and user-friendly operation.
Full frame sensor and wide range of lens compatibility
VENICE combines a newly developed 36x24mm Full Frame sensor to meet the high-quality demands of
feature filmmaking. Full Frame offers the advantages of compatibility with a wide range of
lenses, including Anamorphic, Super 35mm, Spherical and Full Frame PL mount lenses for a
greater range of expressive freedom with shallow depth of field. The lens mount can also be
changed to support E-mount lenses for shooting situations that require smaller, lighter, and
wider lenses. User-selectable areas of the image sensor allow shooting in Super 35 mm 4 – perf.
Future firmware upgrades are planned to allow the camera to handle 36mm wide 6K resolution.
Fast image scan technology minimizes “Jello” effects.
“We really went back to the drawing board for this one. It is the next generation camera system, a ground-up development initiative encompassing a completely new image sensor. We carefully considered key aspects such as form factor, ergonomics, build quality, ease of use, a refined picture and painterly look—with a simple, established workflow. We worked in close collaboration with film industry professionals. We also considered the longer term strategy by designing a user interchangeable sensor that is as quick and simple to swap as removing four screws, and can accommodate different shooting scenarios as the need arises.”
Peter Crithary, Sony Manager
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Sony Venice with PL Mount
New color management system and established workflow for flexible post-production
A new color management system with an ultra wide color gamut gives users more control and greater
flexibility to work with images during grading and post-production. VENICE also has more than
15 stops of latitude to handle challenging lighting situations from low-light to harsh sunlight
with a gentle roll-off handling of highlights.
VENICE achieves high quality and efficient file-based production through Sony’s established 16-bit RAW/X-OCN via the AXS-R7 recorder, and 10 bit XAVC workflows. VENICE is also compatible with current and upcoming hardware accessories for CineAlta cameras (DVF-EL200 Full HD OLED Viewfinder, AXS-R7 recorder, AXS-CR1 and high-speed Thunderbolt-enabled AXS-AR1 card reader, using established AXS and SxS memory card formats.
Intuitive design & refined functionality support simple and efficient on-location operation
VENICE has a fully modular and intuitive design with refined functionality to support simple and
efficient on-location operation. It is the film industry’s first camera with a built-in 8-stage
glass ND filter system, making the shooting process efficient and streamlining camera setup. The
camera is designed for easy operation with an intuitive control panel placed on the Assistant and
Operator sides of the camera. A 24 V power supply input/output and LEMO connector allow use of many
standard camera accessories, designed for use in harsh environments.
License options for individual production requirements
With VENICE, Sony is giving users the option to customize their camera by enabling the features
needed, matched to their individual production requirements. Optional licenses will be
available in permanent, monthly and weekly durations to expand the camera’s capabilities with
new features including 4K anamorphic and Full Frame, each sold separately.
Features
Full Frame Sensor 24×36 mm
Painterly Look
6K Full Frame 6048 x 4032 maximum resolution
4K Super35 window
Widescreen spherical 2.39:1 or Large Format ‘Scope
Super35 full height 2.0x squeeze Anamorphic
8-Step, 8-Stop Internal NDs
Full Frame, full 6048 photosite width of the sensor
PL and Ruggedized E-mount
Spherical FF & S35
Anamorphic FF & S35
15+ Stops of Exposure Latitude
Native ISO 500 (maybe 800)
Retains highlights and color detail 6 stops overexposed and 9 stops into the shadows
Power: both 12 VDC and 24 VDC
