XQD cards are also available in 64 and 32GB capacities.
To support the FS7’s Slow and Quick motion and internal 4Krecording, a new 128 GB XQD G series with ultra-high speed transfer up to 440MB/s (read) and 350MB/s (write) has been developed. The PXW-FS7 features 2 XQD card slots that support simultaneous recording and relay recording. Through the XDCA-FS7’s FS-RAW interface, the PXW-FS7 is capable of 4K/2K RAW recording with Sony’s HXR-IFR5 and AXS-R5, or with a compatible third-party external recorder.
A firmware update in early 2015 will enable native HD recording in the Apple ProRes HQ 422 codec, when using an optional extension unit (XDCA-FS7).
Recording in UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution, slow motion up to 60fps and Full High Definition (1920×1080) with 60/50 progressive frames is possible. The PXW-FS7 is compatible with Sony´s new XAVC Intra and XAVC Long GOP formats, each supporting 10-bit 4:2:2 recording (XAVC-I, 180fps XAVC-L, 120fps). The SELP28135G has SteadyShot stabilization, minimum focus breathing and is enabled with Sony’s new Super Sonic wave Motor (SSM) to reduce zoom noise while shooting.
It features constant F4 value, independent rings for iris, zoom and focus control, and is dust- and moisture-resistant. The new E-mount lens is the world’s first 35mm full-frame interchangeable power zoom lens. The new camera will be available in two versions: body-only, and the PXW-FS7K version with a new servo zoom E-Mount lens FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS (SELP28135G).
Sony’s optional LA-EA4 A-mount lens adaptor allows compatibility with a wide range of high-quality A-mount lenses. An extremely shallow, 18 mm flange-back distance enables the use of a range of 35mm lenses. The PXW-FS7 is a native E-mount camcorder designed to give users maximum lens options and flexibility, smooth and silent iris, focus and zoom control, with auto exposure and SteadyShot stabilization. Native E-Mount A-Mount Lens Compatibility
The new camcorder is designed for a range of long-form shooting and production applications, from “cinéma vérité”-style documentaries and reality TV to magazine shows, commercial and corporate applications. The new 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.” Let it be a fast internal compressed 4K camera with 120p for less than 10K.Sony’s newest addition to its large sensor line is a complete camera system that delivers long-form recording capabilities with 4K resolution in a compact, hand-held design. And Sony were doing it right too by the way, with very healthy timeframe and support for their F23, F35, F65, etc, but if it's true this camera is better than the F5 for less money, and coupled with the hack information, the F5 and FS700 have taken a enormous financial hit.įor this to make sense and not be unfair for the F5, FS700 users, It needs to exclude raw output and 240p. Arri are doing this right, Canon are doing it right, Red are doing it right, even Blackmagic are offering interchangeable sensor for that specific obsolescence issue when they announced their high-end system. It's fine for consumer products under 5K, but companies need to understand that when I invest >40K in a camera system, I need to be supported at least 4-5 years before releasing a newer camera making mine significantly depreciate both in physical resale and market value. Two years is not a good timeframe for high-end cinema cameras.