Sony FX2 Digital Cinema Camera with 24-50mm f/2.8 Lens Kit

Equipped with a 33MP full-frame sensor, the AI-powered Sony FX2 combines the comprehensive video capabilities of the Cinema Line with enhanced still image capturing in a compact, travel-friendly form factor. Ideal for on-the-go filmmakers and content creators, the FX2 features an S-Log3 photo mode with optional LUT application, and it sports a 3.68m-dot OLED viewfinder that tilts from 0 to 90?. Its AI processing unit provides active image stabilization and real-time subject recognition, allowing for maximizing the accuracy of autofocus and framing.

Pairing its 33MP back-illuminated Exmor R sensor with a BIONZ XR processor, the FX2 captures vivid 4K video with natural gradations, realistic color, and low noise in both full-frame and Super 35 modes, providing wide lens compatibility without sacrificing resolution. In full-frame mode, the FX2 records 4K30 video with 7K oversampling and full pixel readout for exceptional sharpness and realism. Maximum frame rate at 4K resolution increases to 60 fps when shooting in Super 35 mode. Designed to tackle diverse lighting scenarios, the FX2 features a dynamic range greater than 15 stops, an ISO expandable up to 204800, and updated dual-base ISO technology for capturing footage in S-log3 at 800 or 4000 ISO.

Designed for flexibility, the FX2 shoots DCI 4K footage internally with 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling or outputs 16-bit raw video via an HDMI connection. Capture video in XAVS S, S-I, and HS recording formats in Long GOP, All-Intra, H.264, and H.265 codecs. Color and tone reproduction can be tailored with precision using up to 16 user-imported LUTs or S-Cinematone mode for matching VENICE, FX9, FX6, FX3, and other camera sources. The FX2 features an intuitive Variable FPS setting for creating time-lapses and slow-motion video, and it can de-squeeze 1.3 and 2.0x anamorphic footage, all in-camera.

The FX2 brings the versatility of a hybrid camera to the Cinema Line, improving still-image capture and adding features such as Log shooting and user-LUT application.

• Built-in toggle to switch from movie to still mode
• Shoot 33MP JPG or HEIF images in S-Log3 for streamlined color grading
• Capture photos from shot marks during internal video recording or playback
• Apply previously imported user LUTs to captured still images
• Flex or base ISO settings and S-Gamut3 or S-Gamut3.Cine color spaces

The FX2's AI processing unit delivers multiple improvements in autofocus, auto framing, and stabilization using deep learning. Analyzing colors, patterns, and depth, the processor maintains sharp focus with real-time subject recognition, identifying people, animals, and vehicles. Human and animal eye recognition is improved by 30% compared to the FX3 and FX30, making the FX2 ideal for fast-paced shooting scenarios, such as capturing wildlife and sporting events. This advanced tracking ability also allows for precise auto framing, adjusting the recorded composition to keep a subject center-frame.

Combining in-body optical image stabilization with AI processing power and E-mount lens metadata for post-production, the FX2 offers an array of ways to eliminate camera shake during handheld shooting.

• 5-axis in-body optical image stabilization
• Dynamic Active Mode for stable handheld shooting
• Framing stabilizer uses advanced AI
• Shake metadata is embedded into footage for post-production

Inheriting the BIG6 home screen from high-end CineAlta cameras such as the VENICE, the FX2 allows easy adjustments to FPS, ISO, shutter angle, aperture, look, and white balance when set in Movie Mode. The 3" fold-out touchscreen LCD provides intuitive menu navigation and sports a tiltable design and 1.03m-dot resolution. Unique to the FX2 is a built-in 3.68m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder with a 0.7x maximum magnification. Tilting from 0 to 90?, the EVF has a reversible rubber eyecup and 33mm eye point, allowing pinpoint framing in extreme lighting conditions.

The FX2 features expansive connectivity, with multiple options for power input, internal video recording, data output, and both wireless and USB streaming.

• USB-C port for PD fast charging or LAN link using a gigabit Ethernet adapter
• Stream at 2.4/5 GHz over Wi-Fi, or 5 GB/s via USB-C connection
• One CFexpress Type A/SDXC card slot, one SD card slot, and one HDMI port
• Multi-interface hot shoe, micro-USB port, and 3.5mm mic and headphone jacks
• Compatible with XLR-H1 Handle Unit for expanded control and audio options

Built from lightweight, sturdy Magnesium alloy, the FX2 has an updated heat-dissipating structure and built-in cooling fan, ensuring uninterrupted 4K60 recording. The improved handgrip holds a single 16.4Wh NP-FZ100 battery and sports one of the camera's five 1/4"-20 female threads?three for accessories and two for mounting plates. Several functions have dedicated controls, including the power switch, record button, movie/still switch, zoom lever, playback button, and control dials, while seven other buttons serve user-assignable functions.

• Full-frame, back-illuminated 33MP effective Exmor R CMOS sensor
• Shoot still images in S-Log3 for flexible color grading in post-production
• AI-powered AF, framing, and active dynamic image stabilization
• 7K oversampling in full-frame mode and 4K resolution in Super 35 mode
• Dual-base 800/4000 ISO during S-Log3 shooting
• Extract stills during video recording or playback and apply user LUTs
• 3.68m-dot 0.7x OLED electronic viewfinder with 0 to 90? tilt

• 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording or 16-bit raw output via HDMI
• S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG, and Rec. 709 gamma options
• BIONZ XR processing engine
• A dynamic range of 15+ stops
• Compact design for cage-free operation

Bringing a bright, wide maximum aperture to an easy-to-carry form factor, the Sony FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G Lens is a versatile mid-range zoom lens built for everyday mobility. The lens's outstanding image quality benefits both stills and video shooters, yielding high resolution and smooth bokeh.

Image Quality and Optical Design

Featuring 16 elements in 13 groups, this zoom's optics have been optimized to provide greater resolution, clarity, and bokeh quality.

Bright f/2.8 constant aperture allows users to capture images in dim lighting conditions and with a shallow depth of field. Combined with its 11-blade circular aperture, the lens yields a large and smooth bokeh.

Four aspherical elements help minimize spherical aberrations, distortion, and also reduce 'onion ring' bokeh, while two extra-low dispersion elements effectively suppress chromatic aberrations and color fringing for greater clarity and color fidelity.

The lens boasts strong close-up performance thanks to a minimum focusing distance of 7.1" and a maximum magnification of 0.33x.

Autofocus

Faster focusing performance, improved close-up shooting, and enhanced control are all benefits of the redesigned focusing system.

• The autofocus system's linear motors contribute to improved focusing performance, resulting in a faster, quieter, and more precise AF ideal for both video and stills.
• Faster AF means improved focusing when working with fast-moving subjects; support is available for shooting at up to 120 fps with the Sony a9 III, full AF is maintained even when shooting stopped down, and focus tracking is possible even when in shooting slow motion 4K 120p and Full HD 240p.

Improved Control and Video Capabilities

Just as camera design has grown to appeal to both photo and video shooters, this lens has also been updated with attributes that specifically appeal to the needs of video shooters.

• The lens supports Dynamic/Active Mode image stabilization in compatible cameras.
• Supports the Breathing Compensation function in select cine-line and Alpha cameras.
• Manual aperture ring can be de-clicked for silent operation, and the zoom smoothness can be adjusted depending on the desired torque.

Compact, Lightweight, and Robust Design

Bringing a bright, f/2.8 maximum aperture to a compact and lightweight optic, the lens is primed for a broad spectrum of use cases and remains a weather-sealed, durable lens for use in trying working conditions.

• Fit with a manual aperture ring, tactile exposure control is possible. This ring can be de-clicked for smooth and silent iris pulls, or it can be locked in the 'A' position for camera-based aperture switching.
• One programmable focus hold button and a focus mode switch for intuitive focus control.
• Dust- and moisture-resistant design for use when working in inclement weather conditions. The front lens element has a fluorine coating that repels water, oil, and other contaminants and makes the lens easier to clean.
• Included lens hood has been redesigned to complement the lens's sleek design by reducing both its diameter and length.

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