Sony FX6 with FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II Lens

Professional results on every production: the Sony FX6 paired with the FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II. The FX6 is a full-frame Cinema Line camera with over 15 stops of dynamic range, dual base ISO and a built-in electronic variable ND filter for precise exposure control, recording 4K at up to 120fps. The 16-35mm GM II adds an ultra-wide F2.8 zoom with fast, quiet autofocus and G Master optics. A capable kit for short films, brand films and productions that call for cinematic scale.

4K Full-Frame Exmor R Sensor

The FX6 camera combines a 4K full-frame Exmor R sensor with a BIONX XR engine for extremely sensitive capture in a range of settings, using a base ISO of 800 as well as an ISO 12800 high-sensitivity mode for nuanced low-light scenes. This 10.2 MP image sensor features back-side illumination for excellent low-light performance, 627 focal plane points for speedy phase-detection autofocus, and full-frame lens compatibility that produces a rich, immersive look. The sensor's fast scan speed minimises rolling shutter artifacts and supports high frame rates and quick autofocus responses.

Compact, Single-Operator Design

Weighing just under 0.9 kg, the FX6 body is a full 0.9 kg lighter than the FX9 and measuring 6 x 4.6", it packs a full-frame sensor into a body comparable to the S35-sensor Sony FS5. While the FX6 fits seamlessly into a pro-cine on-set workflow, it also offers several features that are a boon for a single-operator user. These include fast and accurate phase-detection autofocus with both Face Detection and real-time Eye autofocus, both auto and manual ND filter settings for quick exposure compensation, and a 3.5" LCD monitor that boasts time-saving touchscreen access to key menu settings and versatile positioning for comfortable operating. In addition to improving the camera's overall stability, firmware update v1.10 adds 100p and 120p options to the Slow and Quick Motion frame rate menu when the codec is set to RAW or RAW and XAVC-I.

Expressive Cinematic Look

Sony's S-Cinetone gamma curve offers a cinematic look with filmlike colour, softer tones, and pleasing skin tone reproduction. Not only is this cinematic look available for in-camera viewing, but it can also be captured and output with minimal or no grading at all for a time-saving post process. The S-Cinetone, S-Log3, S-Gamut3, and S-Gamut3.Cine choices also streamline the process of matching FX6 footage with your VENICE or FX9 video and offer broad colour-grading options.

Touchscreen 3.5" LCD Control

The FX6's 3.5" LCD monitor offers both high-resolution viewing and the ease of touchscreen camera control. The LCD quick menu controls include key settings like Codec, Imager Scan Mode, Picture Size and Frequency, Base ISO/Sensitivity, Shooting Mode, and Audio Levels.

Reliable Design and Construction

Constructed with a lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy chassis, the FX6 body offers maximum reliability and efficiently disperses heat to enable extended recording times. Exterior seams, buttons, and interfaces have been treated with updated sealing that improves the camera's dust and moisture resistance as well.

4-Channel Audio Recording

The FX6 offers up to 4-channel audio recording by combining sources from the dual XLR inputs, the 2-channel multi-interface shoe input, and the stereo mic built into the camera's top handle. This enables the simultaneous use of an external microphone for recording your main audio source and the built-in microphone for ambient sound and/or voice memos by the operator.

CFexpress Media Slots and Multiple Recording Modes

The FX6's dual media slots accept both rugged, high-performance, high-capacity CFexpress Type A cards and widely available UHS-II/UHS-1 SDXC cards. Note that the CFexpress Type A cards are required for 100/120 fps UHD 4K capture and 150/180/200/240 fps HD high-speed capture.

Modular, Grab-and-Go Design

The modular design of the FX6 enables you to pare down to its compact body for gimbal or drone use, or it can be used with separately available accessories, such as a smart grip and smart handle for fingertip control when shooting handheld. A 3.5" LCD screen can be quickly positioned on the camera at multiple locations to provide comfortable, ergonomic viewing.

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II Lens

Combining G Master performance with the lightest and smallest form factor in its class, Sony rounds out its trinity of f/2.8 G Master zoom lenses with its latest wide-angle offering for video and stills shooters, the FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II Lens, which boasts a variety of optical, focusing, and handling upgrades.

G Master Image Quality

Designed to rival the primes, this zoom's optics have been revamped to provide even 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.

One Super ED (extra-low dispersion) and Two ED elements effectively suppress chromatic aberrations and colour fringing for greater clarity and colour fidelity.

Five aspherical elements, including three extreme aspherical elements (XA), minimise spherical aberrations, distortion, and also reduce 'onion ring' bokeh.

Faster AF and Floating Focus Mechanism

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

Four XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors contribute to greatly improved focusing performance, compared to the DDSSM system of the predecessor, including faster, quieter, and more precise AF that's 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 30 fps, full AF is maintained even when shooting stopped down, and focus tracking is possible even when changing the zoom position.

Floating focusing mechanism helps maintain image quality throughout the focusing range, which is especially important considering the impressive close-up performance of this lens: minimum focusing distance of 8.6" and a maximum magnification of 0.32x across the entire zoom range.

Internal focusing design promotes snappier, more responsive focusing performance and maintains the same centre of gravity during lens extension and retraction.

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 a series and attributes that specifically appeal to video shooters' needs.

Focus breathing, focus shift, and axial shift during zooming have all been minimised to prevent unwanted movements and angle of view variations for greater compositional accuracy during recording.

Supports the Breathing Compensation function in select cine-line and Alpha cameras.

Linear Response MF provides natural, intuitive manual focus control.

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

The smallest and lightest f/2.8 wide-angle zoom in its class, this lens doesn't lose sight of its professional attributes and remains a weather-sealed, durable lens for use in trying working conditions.

Approximately 20% lighter and 10% smaller than its predecessor, this zoom is a highly portable and versatile option for a huge variety of shooting applications.

Now 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.

Two programmable focus hold buttons and a focus mode switch for intuitive focus control.

Hybrid construction uses both metal and plastic components to maximise both durability and a low weight design.

Dust- and moisture-resistant design includes rubber gaskets at each seam and a rubber ring sealing the lens mount for ensured use when working in inclement weather conditions.

Front lens element has a fluorine coating that repels water, oil, and other contaminants and makes the lens easier to clean.

Specifications

Camera: Sony FX6

Lens: Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II

Key Features:

4K Full-Frame 10.2MP CMOS Exmor R Sensor

DCI 4K60p | UHD 4K120 | 1080p240

15+ Stops of Dynamic Range in S-Log 3 EI

1.3x and 2.0x Anamorphic De-Squeeze

Compact Form Weighs Less than 0.9 kg

Phase Detection AF/Face Tracking/Eye AF

Base 800-12,800 ISO / 320-409,600 Max

S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG Modes

10-Bit 4:2:2 XAVC-I/16-Bit Raw Output

Dual CFexpress Type A/SDXC Card Slots

Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22

Fast Wide-Angle Zoom

20% Lighter, 10% Smaller than Previous

Four XD Linear AF Motors, Floating Focus

Aperture De-Click and Lock Switches

Zoom Smoothness Switch

XA and Super ED Elements

Fluorine Coating

Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction

What's in the Box:

Sony FX6 Cinema Camera (Body Only)

Sony 3.5" LCD Monitor

Sony BP-U35 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Sony AC Adapter

Sony Power Cord

Sony USB Type-C Cable

Sony Lens Mount Cap

Sony Handle Connector Cap

Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM II Lens

Sony ALC-F82S 82mm Front Lens Cap

Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap

Sony ALC-SH177 Lens Hood

Sony Padded Case with Strap