Sony has officially pulled the wraps off the FX2, the newest—and most affordable—member of its Cinema Line. Sitting squarely between the FX30 and FX3, the FX2 pairs a 33‑megapixel back‑illuminated Exmor R sensor with Sony’s latest dual BIONZ XR processors and an on‑chip AI engine, promising pro‑level video chops in a travel‑friendly body.
Key specs at a glance
- Oversampled 7K ➜ 4K 30 p plus 4K 60 p (Super 35 crop) and 1080 p 120 fps for buttery slow‑motion
- Dual‑base ISO 800 / 4 000 delivering 15+ stops of dynamic range in S‑Log3
- New 3.68 M‑dot tilting OLED EVF—a first for Sony’s compact cine line—alongside the familiar vari‑angle LCD
- 4:2:2 10‑bit XAVC S‑I internal recording, 16‑bit RAW output via HDMI, and support for user‑imported LUTs
- Real‑time Recognition AF with AI subject tracking for people, animals, birds and vehicles
- Active & Dynamic Active IS modes plus metadata‑based post‑stabilization for gimbal‑free shooting
Why it matters
For solo shooters, run‑and‑gun documentarians and content creators chasing both cinematic video and high‑resolution stills, the FX2 is designed to be a one‑body solution. Three built‑in ¼‑20 mounts eliminate the need for a cage, while the optional XLR‑H1 handle unlocks pro audio and extra controls. Sony even brought over the VENICE‑inspired “BIG6” quick‑menu UI and accessibility features like a screen reader and menu magnification.
Creator‑friendly workflow
The camera records 4K 4:2:2 10‑bit internally in All‑Intra or Long‑GOP, offers S‑Cinetone as the default for ready‑to‑deliver color, and lets you bake or monitor up to 16 custom LUTs. A new Movie/Still switch flips the UI and color pipeline for quick hybrid shooting, while built‑in Wi‑Fi, USB‑C streaming, and a cooling fan rated for 13‑hour takes keep production rolling.
Price & availability
Pre‑orders for the Sony FX2 open today at major retailers for $2,698 (body‑only) or $3,098 with the XLR handle. Shipments are slated to begin in July 2025, with regional pricing at £2,699 / €2,999 (body).
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