The Sony FX5 5K full-frame cinema camera unveiled, with 3:2 open gate, 16-bit X-OCN recording, and triple base ISO packed into a compact 750g body.
NEW YORK, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — B&H is eager to share the new Sony FX5 5K camera that puts professional cinema features into a handheld cinema camera. Key specs include 3:2 open gate recording, internal 16-bit X-OCN, three base ISOs, high frame rates, expanded monitoring options, and more. The FX5 camera has a new 16.6MP full-frame fully stacked Exmor RS CMOS image sensor alongside a BIONZ XR2 chip with an integrated AI processing unit.
Sony FX5 cinema camera incorporates three base ISO settings, 800, 4000, and 12,800, enabling wider image latitude and cleaner shadows in a variety of environments. High frame rate options include 5K 60p, 4.5K 120p, and FHD 240p, with 4K 240p coming in a future firmware update. The camera has a Dual Gain setting for increased shadow retention resulting in 16+ stops of dynamic range, vs the native 15+ stops. The XR2 chip also assists in subject recognition, subject tracking, and Auto-Tracing White Balance (ATW).
Sony FX5 5K Cinema Camera with Open Gate and 16-Bit X-OCN https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1989701-REG/sony_ilmefx5bb_fx5_cinema_camera.html
Product Highlights:
- 5K 16.6MP Stacked Full-Frame Sensor
- 5K60 Open Gate (3:2) & 5K120 (16:9)
- Internal X-OCN Raw Recording
- Triple Base ISO | Dual Gain Mode
- 3.5″ 16:9 4-Axis Multi-Angle Touchscreen
- AI-Powered Autofocus & White Balance
- 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
- BIG 6 Menu System & Streamlined Controls
- Dual CFexpress Type A/SDXC Card Slots
- XLR-H2 XLR Handle Unit | Optional EVF
A standout feature is internal X-OCN (Extended Tonal Range Original Camera Negative) recording. This 16-bit linear raw codec produces smaller, easier to manage files compared to traditional Sony RAW and Apple ProRes, while still maintaining top level post-flexibility and over 280 trillion possible colors. The FX5 can record in the LT and custom varietals, as well as traditional XAVC codecs. XAVC options include HS-L422, HS-L420, S-I, S-L422, and S-L420 depending on recording format.
The FX5 has two CFexpress Type A/SDXC card slots and takes NP-SA100 batteries. The body is lightweight, at only 750g, and compact, measuring 5.3 x 3.11 x 3.39″. The LCD monitor is 3.5″ wide, compared to the 3″ screen on the FX3, and is capable of 4-axis multi-angle adjustment. Users can still expect six assignable buttons and a versatile multi-function dial inherited from the VENICE 2. On the side of the camera is a full-size HDMI, two USB-C ports, a mic jack, a headphone port, and an Ethernet/Lan port. There are ¼-20″ threads on the top, bottom, and sides of the camera.
The FX5 sports advanced AI-based Subject Recognition and Tracking with Human, Animal, and Bird modes, as well as improved In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) with roll correction and a Dynamic Active mode. Image monitoring options include histograms, zebra stripes, and customizable peaking, plus new false color, waveform, vector scope, and focus mapping functionality. Anamorphic De-Squeeze covers 1.3x, 1.5x, 1.6x, 1.8x, and 2.0x lenses. Connectivity features are headlined by tri-band Wi-Fi spanning 2.4, 5, and 6GHz networks for more stable connections.
The FX5 cinema camera is available by itself or bundled with a new 96 kHz / 32-bit float-capable XLR top handle. Additional optional accessories are a tilting removable 3.68M OLED EVF with wide color gamut compatibility and a peak brightness of 2500 cd/m², as well as a USB-C to BNC Timecode cable.
Learn More about the new Sony FX5 cinema with B&H Explora.
Sony FX5 Camera – First Look YouTube https://youtu.be/6RdhgnrT0ws
YouTube Video explained “what is xocn” https://youtu.be/q72DgAHww50
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