Sony PXW-FS5M2 4K XDCAM Super 35mm Compact Camcorder

FS5 II’s all-new default look is specifically tuned to meet the requirements of today’s content creators with rich mid-range colors, alluring facial tones and a softer tonal look tuned with the same expertise as Sony’s world-leading VENICE digital cinematography camera. Straight out of the camera your content will look fresh and vivid, with subjects that really stand out, while still retaining plenty of latitude for post production refinement.

4K Super 35 Exmor Sensor 

FS5 II is built around a high-sensitivity 4K Super35 ‘Exmor’ CMOS Sensor that offers all the benefits of a large format sensor in combination with the exceptional image readout speeds required for 4K motion-picture shooting and super slow motion.

4K resolution11.6 million total pixels and 8.8 million* effective pixels deliver 4K resolution. Even if you’re delivering in HD, your recordings will capture detail and image texture that HD sensors simply cannot see.

Super 35 size sensor offers ‘bokeh,’ the defocused backgrounds made possible by shallow depth of field, as well as excellent low-light sensitivity and an expansive

High Frame Rate (HFR) Recording

FS5 II delivers stunning slow motion imagery, including four seconds of 120fps in 4K, continuous 240fps in 2K RAW when used in partnership with a compatible third-party external recorder, such as the ATOMOS Shogun and Convergent Design® Odyssey 7Q.

FS5 II also offers High Frame Rate (HFR) cache recording at Full HD 10bit 4:2:2 image quality and a frame rate of up to 240 fps. 8-second cache recording on to SDXC card means no more mistimed shots leading to extra takes. It also lets you pick out footage at exactly the point that you want. FS5 II also records continuous 120fps internally in Full HD. Higher frame rates of 480 fps and 960 fps are possible at specific resolutions.

Versatile Monitoring

However you want to shoot, the FS5 II adapts to fit your style. A high resolution 0.39-inch OLED viewfinder enables precise manual focus and is perfectly offset for right-eye or left-eye viewing. A 3.5-inch LCD screen can be attached in no less than nine different locations: three on top of the handle and another six on top of the body. And once attached, the positioning of the screen can be freely adjusted – for example either beside the camera body or directly along the axis of the lens.

Built-in Electronic Variable ND Filters

FS5 II features Sony’s unique built-in electronic variable Neutral Density (ND) filter, further expanding the depth of field capability of its large format sensor. Unlike conventional optical ND Filters, the electronic ND Filter on FS5 II can be controlled from 1/4ND to 1/128ND linearly. ND Filters can also be set to auto. This makes FS5 II ideal for fast-moving shoots in changeable environments.

Spectacular HDR performance

Demand for HDR content is increasing and FS5 II offers you a choice of two powerful workflows. Whichever option you choose, a phenomenal fourteen stops of exposure latitude ensures the highest fidelity in capturing highlights and details within shadows.

Instant HDR Workflow is all about speed. Shoot, edit and view content in Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) to deliver content quickly without compromising on imaging expression and quality of content. S-Log2/3 is the proven choice for premium applications where you wish to capture as much data as possible for the ultimate flexibility in grading.

Dual SD Card slots

To extend recording time and workflow flexibility, FS5 II is equipped with two SDXC/SDHC memory card slots. ‘RELAY’ mode automatically switches recording from the first to the second memory card when the first is full, while ‘SIMUL’ mode permits simultaneous recording to two memory cards.

• Mass: 
  • Approx. 830 g (body only)
  • Approx. 1 lb 13.2 oz (body only)
  • Approx. 2.2 kg (with SELP18105G and lens hood [optional], battery pack BP-U30, large eyecup, LCD panel, handle, grip w/o grip belt)
  • Approx. 4 lb 14.5 oz (with SELP18105G and lens hood [optional], battery pack BP-U30, large eyecup, LCD panel, handle, grip w/o grip belt)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 111.3 x 128.7 x 172.4 mm (body only including the projecting parts)
• Power Requirements: 
• DC 14.4 V (battery pack)
• DC 12.0 V (AC adaptor)
• Power Consumption: 
  • Approx. 11.8 W [60i]
  • Approx. 11.5 W [50i]
  • (while recording with LCD Off, EVF On when the external device connector is not used.)
  • Approx. 12.6 W [60i]
  • Approx. 12.3 W [50i]
  • (while recording with LCD On, EVF On when the external device connector is used.)
• 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: 
  • With battery pack BP-U90: approx. 6 hours, 40 minutes [60i] approx. 6 hours, 45 minutes [50i]
  • (While recording with LCD On, EVF Off when the external device connector is not used.)
  • With battery pack BP-U60: approx. 4 hours, 15 minutes [60i]
  • approx. 4 hours, 20 minutes [50i]
  • (While recording with LCD On, EVF Off when the external device connector is not used.)
  • With battery pack BP-U30: approx. 2 hours, 10 minutes [60i]
  • approx. 2 hours, 10 minutes [50i]
  • (While recording with LCD On, EVF Off when the external device connector is not used.)
• Recording Format (Video): 
  • XAVC QFHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 
  • 4:2:0 Long profile
  • XAVC HD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 
  • 4:2:2 Long profile
  • AVCHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 
  • AVCHD 2.0 format compatible
• Recording Format (Audio):
  • XAVC: Linear PCM 2ch, 24 bit, 48 kHz
  • AVCHD: Linear PCM 2ch, 16 bit, 48 kHz/Dolby Digital 2ch, 16 bit, 48 kHz
• Recording Frame Rate:
  • XAVC QFHD (3840 x 2160) @29.97p, 25p, 23.98p, 
  • 100 Mbps/60 Mbps
  • XAVC HD (1920 x 1080) @59.94p, 50p, 
  • 50 Mbps/35 Mbps
  • XAVC HD (1920 x 1080)@59.94i, 50i, 
  • 50 Mbps/35 Mbps/25 Mbps
  • XAVC HD (1920 x 1080)@29.97p, 25p, 23.98p,
  • 50 Mbps/35 Mbps
  • XAVC HD (1280 x 720)@59.94p, 50p,
  • 50 Mbps
  • AVCHD (1920 x 1080)@59.94p, 50p,
  • PS mode (28 Mbps)
  • AVCHD (1920 x 1080)
  • @59.94i/50i/29.97p/25p/23.98p,
  • FX mode (24 Mbps)
  • FH mode (17 Mbps)
  • AVCHD (1280 x 720)@59.94p, 50p, 
  • FX mode (24 Mbps)
  • FH mode (17 Mbps)
  • HQ mode (9 Mbps)
• Recording/Playback Time:
  •  
  • XAVC-L QFHD 100 mode
  • Approx. 65 min with 64-GB memory card
  • XAVC-L QFHD 60 mode
  • Approx. 100 min with 64-GB memory card
  • XAVC-L HD 50 mode
  • Approx. 120 min with 64-GB memory card
  • XAVC-L HD 35 mode
  • Approx. 170 min with 64-GB memory card
  • XAVC-L HD 25 mode
  • Approx. 220 min with 64-GB memory card
• Recording/Playback Time — Continued
  •  
  • AVCHD@LPCM 2ch PS Mode
  • Approx. 290 min with 64-GB memory card
  • Approx. 145 min with 32-GB memory card
  • AVCHD@LPCM 2ch FX Mode
  • Approx. 340 min with 64-GB memory card
  • Approx. 170 min with 32-GB memory card
  • AVCHD@LPCM 2ch FH Mode
  • Approx. 450 min with 64-GB memory card
  • Approx. 225 min with 32-GB memory card
  • AVCHD@LPCM 2ch HQ Mode
  • Approx. 590 min with 64-GB memory card
  • Approx. 290 min with 32-GB memory card

Lens

• Lens Mount: E-mount

Camera Section

• Imaging Device (Type): "Exmor" Super35 CMOS Sensor
• Effective Picture Elements: 3840 (H) x 2160 (V) (16:9), 4096 (H) x 2160 (V) (17:9, at RAW output)
• Built-in Optical Filters: 
  • ND filters
  • OFF: CLEAR
  • 1: 1/4ND
  • 2: 1/16ND
  • 3: 1/64ND
  • Linear variable ND (1/4ND to 1/128ND)
• ISO Sensitivity: S-Log2/Log3 Gamma ISO2000
• Minimum Illumination:
  • 0.16 Lux [60i] (IRIS F1.4, GAIN Auto, Shutter Speed 1/24)
  • 0.18 Lux [50i] (IRIS F1.4, GAIN Auto, Shutter Speed 1/25)
• Horizontal Rezolution: 1000 TV lines or more (1920 x 1080i mode)
• Shutter Speed:
  • 1/8 to 1/10000 sec. (60i)
  • 1/6 to 1/10000 sec. (50i/24p)
• Slow and Quick Motion Function
  • [30p]: 2160p: Frame rate selectable
  • 1.2.4.8.15.30 fps
  • [25p]: 2160p: Frame rate selectable
  • 1.2.3.6.12.25 fps
  • [60i]: 1080p: Frame rate selectable
  • 1, 2, 4, 8, 15, 30, 60, 120 fps
  • [50i]: 1080p: Frame rate selectable
  • 1, 2, 3, 6, 12, 25, 50, 100 fps
• Super Slow Motion Function
  • [60i] Frame rate selectable
  • 120, 240, 480, 960 fps
  • [50i] Frame rate selectable
  • 100, 200, 400, 800 fps
• White Balance: Preset (3200K), Memory A, Memory B/ATW
• Gain:0,3,6,9,12,15,18,24,27,30dB,AGC
• Gamma Curve: Selectable

Input/Output

• Audio Input :XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable
• Video Output: Integrated into Multi/Micro USB jack
• Composite: 1.0 V p-p, 75 Ω
• Audio Output: Integrated into Multi/Micro USB jack
• SDI Output: BNC type (x1), SD/HD/3G(Level-B) selectable, SMTPE 259M/292M/424M/425M standards
• USB :Multi/Micro USB jack (x1)
• Headphone Output: Stereo mini jack (x1)
• Speaker Output: Monaural
• DC Input: DC jack
• Remote: Stereo mini-mini jack (Φ2.5 mm)
• HDMI Output :HDMI connector (Type A)

Monitoring

• Viewfinder: 1.0 cm (0.39 type) OLED, Approx. 1.44 M dots
• LCD: 8.8cm (3.5 type) Approx. 1.56M dots

Built-in Microphone

• Built-in Microphone :Omni-directional stereo electret condenser microphone

Media

• Type :MS/SD(1),SD(1)

Wi-Fi/NFC

• Supported Format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
• Frequency Band :2.4 GHz bandwidth
• Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
• NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant