Sony Cinema Line FR7 Full Frame E-Mount Video Camera

The Sony Cinema Line FR7 Full Frame E-Mount Video Camera is designed for videographers and filmmakers who want to shoot in the full frame 4K format. The camera’s 4K sensor offers a wide dynamic range and high sensitivity, while its interchangeable lens mount supports a variety of lenses. This camera also supports up to UHD 4K120p recording with full-frame sensors and cameras that support this feature.

The Sony Cinema Line FR7 Full Frame E-Mount Video Camera has an interchangeable Sony E-mount lens mount that supports Canon EF, Nikon F, PL, Cine-style (15mm) and other cinema lenses. It can record in various formats, including uncompressed RAW or Apple ProRes 422 HQ at up to 60 fps at 4K resolution. Record up to 120 fps at HD resolution or 240 fps at SD resolution for slow motion shots. You can control focus manually or use autofocus tracking for moving subjects in your frame.

This Video Camera supports up to UHD 4K120 video at 60 fps (4K60) and 4:2:2 12G-SDI output for HDR workflows. The new camera also supports 4K DCI (4096 x 2160) DCI 4K/UHDTV at up to 60p, UHD 3840 x 2160p at 23.98/24p and HD 1280 x 720p at 59.94/60p frame rates. The new Sony full frame camera supports up to 120 fps HD recording at 50 Mbps in XAVC S format (1920 x 1080).

This video camera has a 12G-SDI output for connecting to higher performance monitors and recorders with additional inputs like HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.2 support, as well as streaming output, IR remote control, and more.

Product Features in Detail

World's first PTZ camera with full-frame sensor
The FR7 features a back-illuminated 35mm full-frame CMOS image sensor with approximately 10.3 effective megapixels, employing Sony's advanced sensor technology in a pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) camera for the first time3. The high-performance BIONZ XR image processing engine contributes to superb image quality with high sensitivity, smooth gradations, and true-to-life colour with low noise.

Staggering latitude for powerful expression
The FR7 offers a wide 15+ stop latitude4 that prevents blown highlights and crushed shadows. In Cine EI mode, base sensitivity can be set to either ISO 800 or 12800 for a consistent look regardless of lighting conditions.

Astounding image quality in low light
The FR7 offers clean images even in low light by taking full advantage of the sensor’s high sensitivity. The ISO can be expanded as far as ISO 4096005 when shooting in extreme low light conditions.

High frame rate shooting in 4K6 120p6
Smooth 5x slow motion delivers creative possibilities, and the FR7 provides internal slow-motion capture at 4K6 resolution and a high 120 fps frame rate7.

4K 60p 4:2:2 10-bit output
The FR7 supports clean, high-quality output via its HDMI and SDI OUT connectors. This makes it possible to record Apple ProRes 422 or Avid DNxHR®8 in 4K 60p 4:2:2 10-bit format with compatible external recorders via an HDMI or SDI cable.

4:2:2 10bit, All-Intra
The FR7 is capable of 4K internal recording to dual CFexpress Type A/SDXC card slots, with 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 colour sampling and either All-Intra or space-efficient Long-GOP compression. This makes it possible to push your colour grades further while still retaining natural gradation, for true editing freedom. [1] All-Intra (All-I) [2] Long-GOP [3] Group of Pictures

Support for S-Log3/S-Gamut3
S-Log3 gamma curve and S-Gamut3.Cine let you capture the full colour gamut and dynamic range available to the sensor, and make it easier to match up footage with shots from other Cinema Line cameras during post-production.

S-Cinetone for cinematic images right out of camera
Beautiful cinematic images can be created easily without the need for post-production. S-Cinetone produces the natural mid-tones essential to healthy-looking skin, plus soft colours and gorgeous highlights.

A wide range of lenses to support visual storytelling
The FR7 features Sony's E-mount9, so you can choose lenses for your intended visual style. High-performance E-mount lenses support your creativity, including the superlative G Master series with its stunning resolution and bokeh; prime lenses; and ultra-telephoto lenses with focal lengths ranging from 12 mm to 1200 mm10.

Wide-ranging pan-tilt-zoom operation
The FR7 incorporates smooth pan, tilt and zoom11 functionality that can be recalled to preset positions. The pan angle range is from -170° to +170°, and the tilt angle range is from -30° to +195° when used in normal upright orientation, or from -210° to +15° when suspended from a ceiling mount. Zoom speed is also variable.

A new Web App12 for total control
Even when the camera is mounted on the ceiling or in another hard-to-access location, operation is easy and intuitive. A new dedicated Web App uses the same menu format as the FX6. Pan, tilt, zoom, focus and record operations and all camera settings can be controlled from a tablet or a computer's web browser12.

Variable-speed camera movement
The FR7 supports variable-speed camera movement. Pan and tilt speed can be continuously varied from 0.02 degrees per second to 60 degrees per second, for flexible subject tracking and production scenarios.

Quick-access preset positions
The supplied infrared remote controller13, the dedicated FR7 Web App, and the optional RM-IP500 remote controller allow up to 100 camera position presets to be recalled14. Presets including camera direction, zoom and focus can be recalled at the touch of a button.

Clear Image Zoom14 for a flexible angle of view
The FR7 lets you vary your angle of view even with a relatively small amount of equipment on a shoot. It incorporates Sony's Clear Image Zoom function, which allows zooming with minimal image degradation when using a non-powered zoom or a prime lens.

Fast Hybrid AF for reliable remote shooting
Fast Hybrid AF locks onto the subject quickly and tracks tenaciously, even with remote shooting, shallow depth of field, or low light. With wide coverage from 627 selectable phase-detection AF points, the camera can handle a huge volume of subject data in real time – ideal for fast-moving subjects. [1] Phase-detection AF coverage area

Real-time Tracking/ Realtime Eye AF during remote shooting
You can leave focusing to the camera and concentrate fully on composing your best shot. In the FR7's Web App, Touch Tracking starts autofocus for your chosen subject, with Real-time Tracking. In addition, Real-time Eye AF automatically keeps pinpoint eye focus, even when the subject is looking up or down at a steep angle.

Electronic Variable ND filter support for remote shooting
Remote exposure control with the built-in ND filter is possible. Sony's electronically controlled ND filter allows seamless ND adjustment from 1/4 to 1/128, so that exposure can be varied while keeping the aperture constant for consistent depth of field.

Breathing Compensation15 suppresses unintended image shifts
With Breathing Compensation15, creative focusing is possible while suppressing unwanted shifts in the angle of view. When using compatible lenses, the angle of view is automatically kept consistent even when focusing, making it possible to achieve smooth and dramatic focusing effects.

Up to 100 cameras can be remotely operated
With the FR7 it’s possible for a small number of staff members to operate a shoot with a multi-camera setup. The optional RM-IP50016 advanced remote controller allows up to 100 cameras (10 groups with 10 cameras each) to be controlled remotely.

Tally lights facilitate multi-camera production
In a multi-camera shoot, tally lights indicate which camera is currently in use, helping to facilitate smooth operation. A red tally light can indicate the current on-air camera while a green tally light can indicate a camera in preview, ready to be switched on-air next.

12G SDI BNC output/ HDMI type A output
It is possible to output video as a 12G, 6G, 3G, or HD-SDI signal, and the camera can also output in RAW format when the appropriate setting is made. There’s also the option of either a clean HDMI output, for external recording, or overlaid with status and settings for monitoring.

Optical output connector
An optional SFP+ module can be used to convert the camera's SDI output to optical format for low-loss transfer over long distances.

XLR 5-pin stereo
This connector receives the output from an external microphone or audio device. Audio CH-1 and CH-2 are received via a single connector.

Dual media slots for CFexpress Type A / SDXC
The camera is equipped with dual media slots supporting CFexpress Type A17 memory cards and SDXC memory cards. With support for Sony’s latest VPG400 CFexpress Type A cards, you’ll also benefit from sustained recording performance for high frame and high bitrate shooting.

Infrared remote controller
The FR7 is supplied with an infrared remote controller13 that can be used to control pan, tilt, zoom11, focus, record, playback, standby on/off, and other camera operations and settings.

RTSP / NDI|HX / SRT IP streaming
RTSP streaming allows the video output from one camera to be simultaneously distributed to up to five viewers. SRT enables high-quality, low-latency video transfer even in unstable network conditions. NDI|HX18 enables a network connection to NDI compatible devices such as switchers and media servers, supporting efficient live video production using Internet protocols.

TC IN connector
Receives timecode from an external device to be used for synchronisation.

Option connector
The "Option" connector coordinates tally light signals with an external device.

Synchronisation with external devices (Genlock)
Receives synchronisation signals from an external device for use in multi-camera setups.

PoE++
The FR7 can be powered with an external PoE++ (Power over Ethernet Plus Plus19) device via a standard network cable (CAT5e or higher), eliminating the need for separate power supply cabling. [1] Network Switch [2] FR7 [3] Data [4] Power.

1. Video is same as SDI, video output only
2. Need to attach a license
3. As of the Sept. 2022 product announcement, compared to cameras with integrated pan and tilt mounts, Sony survey.
4. S-Log3 recording. Sony measurement.
5. Custom mode.
6. QFHD 3840 x 2160
7. 10% crop, approx.
8. Avid DNxHR is a trademark or registered trademark of Avid Technology, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries.
9. The SEL100400GM, SEL200600G, SEL400F28GM, and SEL600F40GM are not compatible with pan and tilt operation. Refer to Sony’s support site for compatibility information.
10. With the SEL20TC teleconverter.
11. Optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom are both available when a compatible electronic power zoom lens is used. Only Clear Image Zoom is available when a prime lens or a zoom lens that does not feature power zoom is used.
12. Refer to the help guide for system requirements.
13. The supplied infrared remote controller can store up to three presets.
14. The pan and tilt preset function is not available when Clear Image Zoom is ON. Maximum Clear Image Zoom magnification is 1.5x when recording QFHD/4K, and 2x when recording HD.
15. Only available with lenses that support Breathing Compensation. Angle of view and image quality may change slightly. Full compensation may not be possible with all lenses. This function is not available when Distortion Comp. is OFF, the S&Q mode is in use, or the recording format is set to RAW or any format that includes RAW.
16. RM-IP500 software version 2.2 or later required. The RM-IP500 connects to FR7 cameras via VISCA over IP (LAN). Use the FR7 A-panel overlay sheet included with the RM-IP500 for optimum operating efficiency.
17. CFexpress Type B memory cards are not supported. Recording and playback are not possible when powered via PoE++.
18. NDI = Network Device Interface from NewTek. An NDI|HX Upgrade must be purchased from NewTek.
19. Conforms to IEEE802.3bt (Type 4, Class 8). Internal recording and playback are not available when PoE++ power is used.
20. Final Cut Pro, iMovie, and Mac® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Mac logo is a trademark of Apple Inc.
21. Actual colour and dimension may differ from the screen image.
22. Colours & features of the product shown may differ by model and country.
23. 4K: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels.
24. Services availability depends on region. A part or whole of software/services installed into or accessible through the product may be changed, discontinued, removed, suspended, or terminated without notice.
25. Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.