Sony FX5 Full-Frame Cinema Camera

$250-$750

AVAILABLE SOON — The Sony FX5 is a compact full-frame Cinema Line camera with 5K Open Gate recording, internal 16-bit X-OCN RAW, three base ISOs, AI-powered autofocus, and 4K recording up to 120 fps. Designed for commercials, documentaries, narrative work, interviews, gimbal builds, and high-end owner-operator workflows. Contact San Diego Film Equipment for availability and final package details.

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AVAILABLE SOON: Sony FX5 5K Full-Frame Cinema Camera Rental in San Diego

The Sony FX5 is a compact full-frame Cinema Line camera built for professional commercials, documentaries, narrative work, interviews, music videos, gimbal builds, and fast-moving production environments. It combines a newly developed fully stacked Exmor RS sensor with Sony’s BIONZ XR2 processing engine and dedicated AI processing.

Key FX5 Features

  • Full-frame, fully stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor
  • 5K recording up to 60 fps, 4K up to 120 fps, and Full HD up to 240 fps
  • 3:2 Open Gate full-sensor recording—the first Cinema Line FX-series camera with this capability
  • Internal X-OCN recording, including Sony’s 16-bit scene-linear RAW workflow, without an external recorder
  • 15+ stops of dynamic range in S-Log3
  • Three base ISOs: 800, 4,000, and 12,800
  • Dual Gain Shooting for improved latitude, smoother gradation, and reduced noise
  • Full-frame 3:2, 17:9, 16:9, and Super 35 scan modes
  • AI-based subject recognition, Real-time Tracking, and Auto Tracing White Balance
  • 5-axis in-body image stabilization with Active and Dynamic Active modes
  • Internal anamorphic de-squeeze for 1.3x, 1.5x, 1.6x, 1.8x, and 2.0x lenses
  • 3.5-inch, 2.76-million-dot, four-axis multi-angle touchscreen
  • “BIG6” camera-control screen and CineAlta/FX6-style operating interface
  • High-efficiency cooling for extended recording sessions
  • Dual CFexpress Type A / SD card slots, dual USB-C ports, wired LAN, and timecode capability

Professional Production Workflow

The FX5 is designed for productions that want a compact camera body without giving up advanced capture formats or professional monitoring and control. Sony’s internal X-OCN workflow, Open Gate recording, multiple base ISOs, and AI-assisted autofocus make it particularly compelling for productions that need flexibility in post while working quickly on set.

For compact gimbal and lightweight builds available now, see the Sony FX3 Camera Package. For interviews, electronic ND filtration, SDI, and an established documentary package, see the Sony FX6 Camera Package.

Optional FX5 Accessories

Sony offers an optional detachable OLED viewfinder and an XLR handle unit with two XLR/TRS combo inputs, up to four audio channels, and in-camera 96 kHz / 32-bit-float audio recording. Contact us to confirm the final rental package configuration and accessories included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Sony FX5 record Open Gate?
Yes. The FX5 supports full-frame 3:2 Open Gate recording, providing additional flexibility for reframing and for productions using anamorphic lenses.

Does the FX5 record RAW internally?
Yes. The FX5 supports internal X-OCN recording, Sony’s 16-bit scene-linear RAW format, without requiring an external recorder.

Is the FX5 available to rent now?
This listing is currently marked Available Soon. Contact San Diego Film Equipment for the latest availability and confirmed package contents.

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