SAN DIEGO – Jan. 17, 2024 – Sony Electronics announces upcoming updates for the FX6, FX3 and FX30 cinema cameras at the BSC Expo 2024 in London, exhibiting its extensive range of filmmaking technology. The new firmware updates showcase Sony’s commitment to its cinema line. 

The ILME-FX6 ver.5.0 firmware update is expected from May 2024 or later and will include: 

• The addition of 1.5x de-squeeze function for anamorphic lenses 
• Integrated high-quality 3D LUT processes inspired by the VENICE cinema camera, which allows for more accurate color processing 
• Monitor & Control App v2.0 features (ex. Waveform, False color)  
• Breathing Compensation Expansion: More lenses will be supported including 100-400 GM and the 200-600 G lenses   

The firmware update for FX3 and FX30 is expected from September 2024 or later and will include: 

• Addition of Shutter Angle: Users will be able to choose from both Shutter Speed/Shutter Angle similar to what is available with the FX6 
• Ability to add clip flags to mark shots 
• SRT/RTMP/RTMPS support for live streaming via the Creator’s App 

The firmware updates will be available free of charge starting in May 2024 for the FX6 ver.5.0 and the FX30/FX3 updates will be available starting in about September 2024. 

For exclusive stories, exciting content and more information about the software updates, please visit: SONYCINE | Sony Cine 

About Sony Cinema Line 

Cinema Line is a series of cameras that have a cinematic look – cultivated from Sony’s long experience in digital cinema production – plus enhanced operability and reliability that respond to the wide variety of filmmakers’ high demands. Cinema Line includes the flagship digital cinema cameras VENICE and VENICE 2, highly acclaimed in the feature film and episodic production industry, the professional camera FX9, which is popular for documentary and drama production and the FX6, for run-and-gun action and content creation. With the addition of the FX30 and BURANO, Sony offers a true line up of versatile creative tools for all types of visual storytellers. 

About Sony  

Sony Electronics is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Group Corporation, one of the most comprehensive entertainment companies in the world, with a portfolio that encompasses electronics, music, motion pictures, mobile, gaming, robotics and financial services. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Sony Electronics is a leader in electronics for the consumer and professional markets. Operations include research and development, engineering, sales, marketing, distribution and customer service. Sony Electronics creates products that innovate and inspire generations, such as the award-winning Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and revolutionary high-resolution audio products. Sony is also a leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions from 4K professional broadcast and A/V equipment to industry leading 4K and 8K Ultra HD TVs. Visit www.sony.com/press for more information.