Sony PXW-FS7

The Sony PXW-FS7 XDCAM Super 35 camcorder combines the flexibility of native E-mount technology, the recording efficiency of the XAVC-L codec, the transfer speed and intelligence of XQD memory cards and comfortable handheld ergonomics including a new “Smart Grip.”

The PXW-FS7 features a 4K Super 35mm Exmor CMOS sensor and support for shooting 4K internally QFHD 3840×2160 resolution 60p or full HD at high frame rates up to 180 frames per second (NTSC) or 150 frames per second (PAL).  Selectable recording formats for the Sony PXW-FS7 include XAVC, which supports 4k 60p, full HD 60p even in 4:2:2 10 bit recording, as well as the common MPEG-2 HD 422 format used by many broadcasters.

The Sony PXW-FS7 supports two formats; XAVC and MPEG-2HD 422, which can be selected to suit the application. Two XAVC compression systems (Intra and Long GOP) are provided by the PXW-FS7 through an H.264 AVC codec.

The Sony PXW-FS7 supports internal recording at 4K resolution as well as a wide range of frame rates (59.94p, 50p, 29.9p, 25p and 23.9p) and provides sensitivity of ISO2000 with a dynamic range of 14 stops.

The Sony PXW-FS7 supports such log gamma curves as S-Gamut3. Cine/S-Log3 and S-Gamut3/S-Log3.

ND filters for adjusting the amount of light are provided by the Sony PXW-FS7 in a built-in ND filter unit with the following settings: clear, ¼ (2ev), 1/16 (4ev) and 1/64 (6ev).

The PXW-FS7 has two XQD card slots that enable simultaneous and relay recording.

The PXW-FS7 has an E mount lens mount with a system that supports power driven silent auto focus, iris control, power zoom and more as well as image stabilisation and other functions. An extremely shallow, 18mm flange-back distance enables the Sony PXW-FS7 use of a range of 35mm lenses.

The Sony PXW-FS7 camera has an ergonomic grip design for easy handling and operability. The shape of the PXW-FS7 supports long periods of camera use and a range of different gripping styles. The angle of the grip can be easily adjusted and in addition to a zoom and Rec Start/Stop button, the grip also has several programmable buttons that can be customised for easy access to other functions. The length of the arm section can be adjusted as can the camera’s angle. The Sony PXW-FS7 also has a notably low power consumption.

On the PXW-FS7, the Peaking and Zebra function buttons and contrast dial are positioned on the side of the viewfinder for easy adjustment of focus, contrast and exposure. The viewfinder itself can also be repositioned.

The body of the Sony PXW-FS7 is constructed to withstand tough conditions with parts specially sealed to prevent dust and water spray from entering. Also the air passageways from the cooling fan are separated from the interior of the camera.

The XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit of the Sony PXW-FS7 provides Genlock and Timecode In/Out enabling precise timecode synchronisation and, therefore, multi camera operations as well as allowing the use of V-Lock batteries.

Through the XDCA-FS7’s FS- RAW interface, the PXW-FS7 is capable of 4K/2K RAW recording with AXS-R5 (available at Shift 4) or with a compatible third party external recorder.

The Sony PXW-FS7 is equipped with a Multi-Interface Shoe that supports connection to wireless microphone packages.

WEIGHT

• Approx 2.0kg (PXW-FS7 body only)
• Approx. 4.5kg (with viewfinder, eyepiece, grip remote control, BP-U30 battery, SELP28135G lens, an XQD memory card)

DIMENSIONS

• 156 x 239 x 247mm (body without protrusions)

Power Requirements

• DC 12 V

Power Consumption

• Approx. 19W (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94P, SELP28135G lens, viewfinder ON, not using external device)

Operating Temperature

• 0°C to 40°C / 32°F to 104°F

Storage Temperature

• -20°C to +60°C/-4°F to +140°F

Battery Operating Time

• Approx. 1hrs with BP-U30 battery (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94P, SELP28135G lens, viewfinder ON, not using external device)
• Approx. 2hrs with BP-U60 battery while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94P, SELP28135G lens, viewfinder ON, not using external device)
• Approx. 3hrs with BP-U90 battery (while recording XAVC-I QFHD 59.94P, SELP28135G lens, viewfinder ON, not using external device)

Recording Format (Video)

• XAVC-I mode: QFHD 59.94P CBG, bit rate 600Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: QFHD 50P CBG, bit rate 500Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: QFHD 29.97P CBG, bit rate 300Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: QFHD 23.98P CBG, bit rate 240Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: QFHD 25P CBG, bit rate 250Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: HD 59.94P VBR, maximum bit rate 222Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: HD 50P VBR, maximum bit rate 185Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: HD 59.94i VBR, maximum bit rate 111Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: HD 50i VBR, maximum bit rate 112Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-I mode: HD 29.97P VBR, maximum bit rate 111Mbps, MPEG-4
• XAVC-L QFHD 59.94P/50P mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 150Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-L QFHD 29.97P/23.98P/25P mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 100Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-L HD 50 mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 50Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-L HD 35 mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 35Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• XAVC-L HD 25 mode: VBR, maximum bit rate 25Mbps, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
• MPEG HD422 mode: CBR, maximum bit rate 50Mbps, MPEG-2 422P@HL

Recording Format (Audio)

• LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz, 4 channels (Recording/Playback ONLY 2channels)

Recording Frame Rate

• XAVC-I QFHD mode: 3840x2160/ 59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
• XAVC-I HD mode: 1920x1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
• XAVC-L QFHD mode: 3840x2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
• XAVC-L HD 50 mode: 1920x1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
• XAVC-L 35 mode: 1920x1080/59.94P, 50P, 59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
• XAVC-L 25 mode: 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i
• MPEG HD422 mode: 1920x1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P 1280x720/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P

Recording/Playback Time

• XAVC-I mode QFHD 59.94P when using 64GB approx. 11 minutes
• XAVC-I mode QFHD 50P when using 64GB approx. 13 minutes
• XAVC-I mode QFHD 29.97P when using 64GB approx. 22 minutes
• XAVC-I mode QFHD 23.98P when using 64GB approx. 27 minutes
• XAVC-I mode QFHD 25P when using 64GB approx. 26 minutes
• XAVC-I mode HD 50P when using 64GB approx. 35 minutes
• XAVC-I mode HD 59.94i when using 64GB approx. 59 minutes
• XAVC-I mode HD 50i when using 64Gb approx. 70 minutes
• XAVC-I mode HD 29.97P when using 64GB approx. 59 minutes
• XAVC-I mode HD 23.98P when using 64GB approx. 74 minutes
• XAVC-I mode HD 25P when using 64GB approx. 70 minutes

Imaging Device (Type)

• Super35 type Single-chip Exmor CMOS

Effective Picture Elements

• 17:9 4096 (H) x 2160 (V)

Built-in Optical Filters

• Clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, 1/64ND

Sensitivity

• (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance)

Video Gamma

• T14 (3840 x 2160/23.98P mode 3200K)

ISO Sensitivity

• ISO 2000 (S-Log3 Gamma D55 Light source)

Minimum Illumination

• 0.7 lx (+18dB,23.98P, Shutter OFF, ND Clear, F1.4)

S/N Ratio

• 57 dB (Y) (typical)

Shutter Speed

• 1/3 sec to 1/9,000 sec

Slow & Quick Motion Function

• XAVC-I mode 3840x2160: 1 to 60 frames (59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P)
• XAVC-I mode 1920x1080: 1 to 180 frames (59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P) 1 to 150 frames (50P, 25P)
• XAVC-L mode 3840x2160：1 to 60 frames (59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P)
• XAVC-L mode 1920x1080: 1 to 120 frames (59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P)

White Balance

• Preset, Memory A, Memory B (1500K-50000K) / ATW

Gain

• -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC

Gamma Curve

• STD, HG, User, S-log3

Audio Input

• XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable Mic Reference: -40, -50, -60dBu

SDI Output

• BNC (x2), switchable with 3G-SDI/HD-SDI

SMTPE

• 292M/424M/425M

USB

• USB device, mini-B (x1)

Headphone Output

• Stereo mini jack (x1) -16dBu 16Ω

Speaker Output

• Monaural

DC Input

• DC jack

Remote Stereo

• Minijack (Φ2.5 mm)

HDMI Output

• Type A (x1)

Option 4-pin

• Type A for W-LAN (x1)

Hire a Sony PXW-FS7 from us and you’ll find the following included:

• 1 x Sony PXW-FS7 camera
• 1 x extendable handgrip with built-on user function buttons
• 1 x Metabones EF mount speedbooster adapter
• 1 x viewfinder attachment
• 1 x top mic
• 1 x Vocas shoulder mount baseplate
• 2 x 15mm rails
• 1 x set of Ronford Baker moose bars
• 3 x 64GB XQD cards
• 1 x XQD card reader
• 3 x batteries
• 1 x battery charger
• 1 x camera mains unit
• 1 x wet weather cover
• 1 x XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit (optional extra) with 1 x IDX battery charger and 4 x IDX batteries