Sony's Latest Cinema Camera to Bring Swappable Lenses to PTZ Cameras with the New FR7

Urian B., Tech Times 06 September 2022, 10:09 pm

The new Sony FR7 is a remote-controlled camera that is not only as powerful as the FX6 but is also equipped with additional features. The upgrades include swappable lenses, which make it tailored for live events and even broadcast environments.

Sony Introduces the FR7 for Remote Controlling Live Events

According to the story by PC Mag, the latest cinema camera by Sony is not made for in-field or on set. The FR7 is reportedly taking a different approach and is about the remote control for live event venues and broadcast.

The new camera is reportedly called a PTZ, which means a pan, tilt, zoom camera. This is a type of camera that is specifically engineered for fixed-point installation and "control from a booth."

FR7 Includes E-Mount Swappable Lenses and the Same Full-Frame Chip as the FX6 Camera

Up to date, the cameras have been using fixed lenses as well as smaller image sensors. Sony is going to change that with the help of the new FR7. Instead of just being a fixed lens, the new camera supports E-mount swappable lenses.

On top of the swappable lenses, the image sensor will also be the same full-frame chip that is equipped on the FX6 cinema camera. With all capabilities together, the camera is capable of 4K60 recording along with 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling, "electronic variable neutral density control" in order to help keep exposure set during different light, face, and eye detection autofocus that comes with subject tracking.

Sony is Positioning the Camera Towards High-End Customers

Basically, the article by PC Mag notes that the camera comes with a lot of features that might not be needed by the general audience due to its power and maximum capabilities being on a larger scale. Sony is reportedly positioning the camera towards high-end customers.

A certain representative also suggested the use of different cases that range from cooking shows on YouTube to episodic drama on the actual production side. This also includes places like wedding venues, concerts, and other forms of broadcasts.

FR7 to be Equipped with Genlock Connections for Multi-Cam Setup Snyc

Due to the image being the same pipeline as the FX6, users can easily match footage within the editing room, and broadcasters can easily take advantage of the "ready-to-view profiles like S-Cinetone." The camera also includes a Genlock connection to help sync up in multi-cam setups.

The new FR7 is reportedly an interesting addition to the diverse camera line of the company and one that offers different options for PTZ installations. Users will be able to mount the camera upright or to a ceiling allowing it to use AC as a power source or PoE.

There are also dual CFe card slots to allow users to broadcast along with SDI, HDMI, optical, and other form of connections.

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Written by Urian B.