Sony FX5 Studio Session — Not Your Average Demo Day

Step behind the Sony FX5 and shoot like a cinematographer for a day.

This isn’t your typical demo day. Instead of being at the counter, Midwest Photo is teaming up with Sony to bring you a curated, hands-on demo experience — not just a camera on a table, but a full mini cinematic set built for you to actually create with!

At our dedicated FX5 Demo Station, you’ll find:

• A Sony FX5 mounted on a tripod, ready to shoot
• Professional lighting
• A monitor connected via HDMI so you can see your shots in real time
• A styled set of visually interesting subjects

What You Can Try

• Practice focus pulls
• Capture cinematic B-roll
• Test the FX5’s slow-motion recording
• Evaluate image quality, autofocus performance, and depth of field firsthand

Take the 30-Second Cinematic Challenge

(There may be some free giveaways to those who try👀)

Think you can create a cinematic clip in 30 seconds? Here’s the challenge:

• Record a 5-second reveal shot
• Capture a focus pull
• Shoot a slow-motion clip

Then watch your 30 second Cinema Video come to life on the monitor.

Try Sony’s Monitor & Control App

We’re also featuring Sony’s Monitor & Control app as part of the setup, with a multi-camera configuration so you can see how the app fits into a real production workflow. Engage with the app during the event for a promotional discount code.

Why Show Up

• Hands-on time with the Sony FX5 in a real creative scenario
• A completed 30-second challenge earns you a shot at our prize wheel — gift cards, discounts, and Sony-branded giveaways up for grabs!
• Great for photographers curious about video, and videographers who want some dedicated time with the FX5, to see if it’s the right fit!

Whether you’re a working photographer expanding into video or a videographer looking to put the FX5 through its paces, this is a low-pressure, high-value way to get real time behind the camera. Reviews