Sony PXW FS5
Sony PXW-FS5 for Indie Filmmakers/Content Creators An Exmor Super 35 CMOS sensor delivers amazing images even in low-light and offers professional features like a cinematic depth of field. A cartable design with broad high-end characteristics, the FS5 is not only ideal for one-man operation as well as Hollywood-standard polish on its visuals, but also makes professional results easier to achieve by cameramen shooting in demanding run-and-gun environments.
The FS5 captures 14 stops dynamic range and records in Sony's S-Log3/S-Gamut3 color science, helping you get a suitable post. Delivering internal 4K recording and external Raw recording, it covers every imaginable type of image quality requirement from web content to feature films. Given these, it is one of the cheapest cameras available.
Main Features
This camera's got a Super 35mm Exmor CMOS sensor, like the ones they use in movies, plus dual native ISO (base 3200) and a wide dynamic range of 14 stops. It can record 4K video internally using XAVC-I/L, and it works with S-Log2/S-Log3 and S-Gamut/S-Gamut3.Cine, with LUT preview. You can also shoot slow-motion footage at up to 240 fps in Full HD.
It's pretty light at 830g, has an electronic variable ND filter (1/4–7 stops), handy grip controls, and a 3.5 flip LCD screen, which makes it easy to use on set.
Here's a quick rundown of what makes it cool:
* **Cinema Sensor Stuff:**
* Super 35mm Exmor CMOS sensor inside
* Native ISO of 3200 with dual-base ISO thing
* 14 stops of dynamic range
* Records 4K internally (XAVC-I/L)
* **Pro Image Tricks:**
* S-Log2/S-Log3 gamma
* S-Gamut/S-Gamut3.Cine colors
* LUT preview baked in
* Crazy high frame rates in Full HD (up to 240 fps)
* **Smart Controls & Feel:**
* Lightweight: 830g (without a lens)
* Electronic variable ND: 1/4–7 stops, adjusts smooth
* Smart grip controls
* 3.5 flip LCD screen