Sony will return as a main sponsor to this year’s EnergaCAMERIMAGE Film Festival, where it will showcase the latest innovations from its Cinema Line, including the Venice Extension System Mini, the Burano camera with its V2 software, and the FX2 camera launched this spring.
This year’s festival promises once again to be a “nexus of creativity, in-depth conversations with leading DoPs and technological advancement”, Sony said, and will take place from 15 to 22 November.
Among the highlights of Sony’s presentation will be the Venice Extension System Mini demonstrated in various configurations, including the Cyclops and Human PoV setups.
These configurations are designed to “enhance filmmakers’ storytelling capabilities, allowing for unprecedented flexibility and creativity in capturing their vision”.
Sony also announced that the Venice Extension System Mini will be shipping in January 2026.
Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to see the prototype camera that was instrumental in filming F1: The Movie.
Elsewhere, Sony will host two panel discussions featuring leading DPs on the Tuesday and Friday of the festival.
These mini seminars will delve into the future of cinematography, exploring the impact of new technologies on the art of filmmaking and providing insights from some of the industry’s most respected professionals.
Information on both – provided by Sony – is available below.
In Conversation: Camerimage 2025 Nominated Cinematographers on shooting their latest projects
Tuesday 18 November | 5pm | 120 min
Roundtable with Cinematographers Phedon Papamichael ASC GSC and Michał Sobociński PSC on their creative choices and how they utilised Sony cameras to help them achieve their vision. From the grandeur of blockbusters to the beauty of intimate portraits, they will discuss their impressions and insights.
In Conversation: Cinematographer Aleksandar Jakonic on shooting distinct and diverse projects with Sony Cinema Line cameras
Friday 21 November | 2pm | 120 min
Born and raised in Belgrade, Serbia, Aleksandar developed an interest in visual arts and audiovisual expression from a young age. Aleksandar takes us behind the scenes and explains how he was able to achieve the unique look of his productions in creative and distinctive ways.
Sony is also offering festivalgoers the opportunity to wander the streets of Toruń shooting with the new Sony FX2 and selection of Sony E-mount lenses.
The experience will consist of a short camera and lens prep, followed by 90-minute shooting time and concluding with downloading rushes to individual USB sticks (supplied). Slots can be booked 24 hours in advance on the festival app.
