- Dual Base ISO for flexible low-light shooting
- Fast and accurate hybrid autofocus system
- 15+ stops of dynamic range for excellent exposure control
- Dual recording slots for redundancy and longer recording times
- Interchangeable lens system for creative versatility
- Built-in electronic variable ND filter for precise exposure adjustments
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Discover FX9, Sony’s full-frame 6K sensor camera with Fast Hybrid AF, Dual Base ISO and S-Cinetone™ color science.
Full-frame creativity
Realize beautiful 4K imagery with the creative freedom made possible by oversampling a huge high resolution full-frame sensor. Capture every detail from the scene with shallow depth of field and stunning bokeh for a truly cinematic look. 15+ stops of dynamic range and Dual Base ISO enable you to capture every nuance, from subtle shadow detail to specular highlights, with an immaculate color palette.
Capturing the impossible
Make sure your story’s always clear with enhanced Fast Hybrid AF that tracks your subject with unprecedented speed, smoothness and precision. Its impact is transformative for premium documentary, commercial and event applications.
Shoot in comfort, expand your horizons
The FX9 revolutionizes full-frame cinematography with peerless ergonomics and advanced technology for on-the-go shooting. The world’s first full-frame electronic variable ND filter* transforms possibilities for shooting in variable lighting conditions. Built-in Wi-Fi and 12G-SDI support advanced workflows while the optional XDCA-FX9 extension unit further expands the operational possibilities of the PXW-FX9.
*As of September 2019
6K Full-Frame "Exmor R" sensor for stunning picture quality
The camera’s full-frame 6K sensor provides superb recording in DCI 4K* Ultra HD and HD resolutions. Powerful image processing with debayering and oversampling ensures image quality beyond the limits of conventional Super 35 mm sensors. The back-illuminated CMOS image sensor also uses Sony’s Exmor R technology for improved sensitivity and noise reduction. Compared to a 4K Super 35 mm sensor, the FX9’s 6K sensor has over twice the surface area while providing a wider angle of view and shallower depth of field.
*DCI 4K (4096 x 2160 at 17:9 recording) will be available with future firmware release.
Phenomenal 15+ stops dynamic range for limitless expression
The FX9 offers an exceptional 15+ stops of dynamic range—beyond the normal range of human perception—allowing for unprecedented creative freedom in color grading and post. Camera operators can concentrate on framing the scene they want while relying upon the FX9 to capture every nuance and detail using either 4K 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording or 16-bit RAW external recording.* In grading, colorists can find color and detail beyond the normal viewing abilities of the camera operator to create a final image that exactly portrays the mood of the scene.
* RAW recording requires future firmware release, XDCA-FX9 and external recorder.
Selectable Frame Rates in Both Full-Frame & Super 35
Choose your desired frame rate from 1fps up to 180fps* for impressive quick and slow-motion footage. FX9 creates an immersive image with a wide-angle look and shallower depth of field provided by its full-frame sensor in combination with quick and slow motion. Engage your audience with this new creative look. FX9 also offers a Quality priority setting** that maximizes full HD image quality using full-frame 6K scan mode or Super 35 4K scan mode with advanced oversampling technology.
Super 35 2K imager scan mode prioritizes frame rates, so image quality may be reduced depending on the shooting environment. In this instance, the settings below are recommended.
- Cine EI mode: Set EI gain lower and exposure level higher instead.
- Custom mode: Choose the gamma category setting of Original (S-Cinetone) or STD (STD1 to 6).
· *Up to 120fps with Ver1.0. Full-HD 180fps will be supported with future firmware
· **In full-frame scanning mode: selectable at 1–30fps/in super 35 scanning mode: selectable at 1–60fps. Quality priority setting is recommended if desired frame rate is available.
Important Note: FX9 is available from Sony as four SKUs. PXW-FX9V (without lens) and PXW-FX9VK (with lens) support both 5 Ghz and 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi. PXW-FX9T (without lens) and PXW-FX9TK (with lens) support 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Availability is determined by country/regional regulations.
Mass
Approx 4.41 lb (body only)
Approx. 10.58 lb (with Viewfinder, Eyepiece, Grip Remote Control, BP-U35 battery, SELP28135G LENS, an XQD memory card, handle, mic holder)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.75 × 5.61 × 9.02 in (body without protrusions)
Power Requirements
DC 19.5V
Power Consumption
Approx. 35.2 W (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C
32°F to 104°F
Storage Temperature
-20°C to +60°C
-4°F to +140°F
Battery Operating Time
Approx. 54 min. with BP-U35 battery
(while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
Approx. 108 min. with BP-U70 battery
(while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p, SELP28135G Lens, Viewfinder ON, not using external device)
Recording Format (Video)
[XAVC Intra]
XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 600 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I QFHD 50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 500 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I QFHD 29.97p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 300 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I QFHD 25p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 250 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I QFHD 23.98p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 240 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I HD 59.94p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 222 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I HD 50p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 223 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I HD 59.94i/29.97p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 111 MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I HD 50i/25p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 112MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
XAVC-I HD 23.98p mode: CBG, MAX bit rate 89MBps, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Recording Format (Video)
[XAVC Long]
XAVC-L QFHD 29.97p/25p/23.98p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 100 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
XAVC-L QFHD 59.94p/50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 150 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
XAVC-L HD 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 50 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
XAVC-L HD 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 35 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
XAVC-L HD 59.94i/50i mode: VBR, MAX bit rate 25 MBps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
Recording Format (Video)
[MPEG-2 Long GOP]
MPEG2 HD422 mode: CBR, MAX bit rate 50 MBps, MPEG-2 422P@HL
Recording Format (Audio)
LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels
Recording Frame Rate
[XAVC Intra]
XAVC-I QFHD mode: 3840 × 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC-I HD mode: 1920 × 1080/59.94P, 59.94i, 50P, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
[XAVC Long]
XAVC-L QFHD mode: 3840 × 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC-L HD 50 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC-L HD 35 mode: 1920 × 1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC-L HD 25 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 50i
[MPEG-2 Long GOP]
MPEG HD422 mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
Recording/playback Time
[XAVC Intra]
XAVC-I QFHD 59.94p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 22 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 10 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 50p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 26 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 13 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 29.97p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 43 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 21 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 25p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 52 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 25 minutes
XAVC-I QFHD 23.98p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 54 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 26 Minutes
XAVC-I HD 59.94p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 57 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 28 Minutes
XAVC-I HD 50p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 57 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 27 minutes
XAVC-I HD 59.94i/29.97p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 105 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 53 minutes
XAVC-I HD 50i/25p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 105 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 53 minutes
XAVC-I HD 23.98p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 130 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 65 minutes
Recording/playback Time
[XAVC Long]
XAVC-L QFHD 29.97p/25p/23.98p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 125 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 62 minutes
XAVC-L QFHD 59.94p/50p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 86 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 42 minutes
XAVC-L HD 50 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 225 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 110 Minutes
XAVC-L HD 35 59.94i/29.97p/50i/25p/23.98p/59.94p/50p
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 305 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 150 minutes
XAVC-L HD 25 59.94i/50i
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 410 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB) approx. 200 minutes
Recording/playback Time
[MPEG-2 Long GOP]
MPEG HD422 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
When using QD-G128A (128 GB): Approx. 220 minutes
When using QD-G64A (64 GB): Approx. 105 minutes
Recording Format (Proxy Audio)
XAVC Proxy: AAC-LC, 128 kbps, 2 channels
Recording Format (Proxy Video)
XAVC Proxy: AVC/H.264 Main Profile 4:2:0 Long GOP, VBR
1920 × 1080, 9 MBps
1280 × 720, 9 MBps
1280 × 720, 6 MBps
640 × 360, 3 MBps
Lens Mount
E-mount
Imaging Device (Type)
1.38 in full-frame, single-chip CMOS image sensor
Imaging Device (Pixel Count)
20.5 M pixels (total)
Built-in Optical Filters
Clear, linear variable ND (1/4ND to 1/128ND)
ISO Sensitivity
ISO 800/4000 (Cine EI mode, D55 light source)
S/N Ratio
57 dB (Y) (typical)
Shutter Speed
64F to 1/8000 sec
Slow and Quick Motion Function
FF 6K mode:
XAVC-I/L
3840 × 2160, 1920 × 1080
1 to 30 frames (29.97/25/23.98)
S35 4K mode:
XAVC-I/L
3840 × 2160, 1920 × 1080
1 to 60 frames (59.94p, 50p, 29.97/25/23.98)
FF 2K, S35 2K mode:
XAVC-I/L
1920 × 1080
1 to 60, 100, 120 frames (59.94p, 50p, 29.97/25/23.98)
White Balance
Preset, Memory A, Memory B (2000K-15000K)/ATW
Gain
-3 to 18 dB (every 1 dB), AGC
Gamma Curve
S-Cinetone, STD1, STD2, STD3, STD4, STD5, STD6, HG1, HG2, HG3, HG4, HG7, HG8, S-Log3
Latitude
15+ stop
Genlock Input/REF Output
BNC, Genlock IN/REF OUT Switchable
TC Input/TC Output
BNC, TC IN/OUT Switchable
Audio Input
XLR-type 3-pin (female) (×2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
Mic reference: -30 to -80 dBu
SDI Output
SDI OUT1: BNC, 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
SDI OUT2: BNC, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
USB
USB device, micro-B (×1)
Headphone Output
Stereo mini jack (×1) -16 dBu 16 Ω
Speaker Output
Monaural
DC Input
DC jack
Remote
Stereo mini-minijack (Φ2.5 mm)
HDMI Output
Type A (x1)
LCD
3.46 in (3.5 type) approx. 2.76 M dots
Built-in Microphone
Omni-directional monaural electret condenser microphone
Type
XQD card slot (×2)
SD/MS card slot (×1) for saving configuration data
SD card slot also can be used for proxy video recording
Supported Format
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Band
2.4 GHz bandwidth
5.2/5.3/5.6/5.8 GHz bandwidth*
*Depending on country/regional regulation and only on PXW-FX9V and PXW-FX9VK.
Security
WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
NFC
NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant
Supplied Accessories
Body Cap (1)
Viewfinder (1)
Eyepiece (1)
Grip Remote Control (1)
IS1293 Power Cord (2) **
AC Adapter
BC-U1A Battery Charger (1)
BP-U35 Battery Pack (1)
Power Cord (2)
USB Cable (1)
Operating Guide (2)
CD-ROM "Manuals for Solid State Memory Camcorder" (1)
** For India only. Not supplied in other countries/regions
Sony PXW-FX9 6K Operating Instructions
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