Sony celebrates 10 years of Alpha mirrorless and full- frame cameras

Sony announces the celebration of a decade of innovation in the world of photography with the 10-year anniversary of its Alpha mirrorless and full-frame camera series. Over the past decade, Sony has pushed the boundaries of photographic technology, reshaping the industry and empowering photographers and videographers with cutting-edge tools. Key Milestones: 2013: The photographic landscape … Read more

University of the Arts London first worldwide to invest in Sony’s Verona Displays

University of the Arts London (UAL) has signed the first deal to install Sony’s new Crystal LED Verona Displays, to create a state-of-the-art, research-grade virtual production stage for frontier exploration of ambitious creative possibilities. In June 2023, University of the Arts London (UAL) announced the development of a specialist virtual production (VP) research volume – via … Read more

Sony announces “Monitor & Control” app for visual creators

Sony  has announced the roll-out of “Monitor & Control”, a new mobile application for visual creators. This free application is a new addition to Creators’ Cloud and the app can be used with Sony’s compatible cameras such as FX3 and FX30. The new Monitor & Control mobile app supports wireless image monitoring, support for highly … Read more

Sony announces BURANO, the newest addition to CineAlta family

Sony announces the new BURANO camera as part of the CineAlta lineup – the company’s top line of digital cinema cameras. The new BURANO features a sensor that matches the colour science of the VENICE 2 and is specially designed for single-camera operators and small crews. This camera combines exceptional image quality with high mobility … Read more

Brompton Technology LED processing to power Sony’s Crystal LED VERONA

Brompton Technology has announced that Tessera LED processing solution powers Sony Corporation’s new Crystal LED VERONA. These cutting-edge LED displays are specially developed for virtual production applications, catering to the market’s demand for background LEDs for In-Camera VFX (ICVFX) for drama, cinema, commercial filming, music video and other type of creative productions. Tessera empowers LED … Read more

Sony announces new Crystal LED VERONA, VP focused LED displays

Sony has announced four new Crystal LED displays called VERONA, designed for Virtual Production applications, introducing market-leading features such as Deep Black and Anti-Reflection Surface Technology, to further support filmmakers and content creators. The newly developed Deep Black and Anti-Reflection Surface Technology delivers both deep black image expression and low-reflection performance that greatly reduces contrast loss caused by light from adjacent … Read more

Sony’s offerings at IBC 2023

At IBC 2023, taking place in Amsterdam, Netherlands from September 15th – 18th, Sony will showcase innovative solutions for the Media Industry under the theme of Creativity Connected. It rests on long-term commitment to customers around core technologies allowing them to be ever more creative and efficient, bearing in mind an environmentally responsible strategy. Sony’s complete ecosystem … Read more

Sony launches A6700 camera, FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II lens & ECM-M1 microphone

Sony announces the launch of its A6700 camera, FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II Lens, and versatile ECM-M1 compact shotgun microphone.   The A6700 camera offers cutting-edge stills photography and video capabilities, while the lightweight telephoto lens covers focal lengths from 70mm to 200mm. For videographers and vloggers, Sony has also announced its ECM-M1 shotgun microphone, … Read more

Sony announces firmware update for ZV-E1 with 4K120p recording

Sony reaffirms its commitment to supporting creators by introducing a highly anticipated firmware update for the Sony ZV-E1 vlog camera that will enable 4k120p video recording. This free update is designed to deliver an even more enriching experience for content creators by enabling users to capture stunning slow-motion visuals with unrivalled image quality and precision, propelling … Read more

Mark James / Translations

Finding meaning An agoraphobic Welsh translator gets a surprise visit from her brother’s friend in Keith Wilhelm Kopp’s tender two-hander. Kopp and cinematographer Mark James reveal their influences and inspirations for Translations, captured in black-and-white. After years trapped inside her home by her agoraphobia, translator Stef (Kate Morgan-Jones) is confronted by her past when Evan … Read more

Sony hosts Cannes Masterclass with award-winning cinematographer Florian Hoffmeister BSC

Florian Hoffmeister BSC, the cinematographer behind Pachinko, Official Secrets, and the Oscar-nominated Tár, tells British Cinematographer editor Zoe Mutter about his career behind the camera in this Sony Masterclass held at Cannes Film Festival 2023. Hear about his journey from project to project which has seen him adapt to shoot in a variety of environments, … Read more

Sony Opens its virtual production space in the UK at Pinewood Studios

The state-of-the-art space has become part of the DMPC in Europe, one of the world’s leading destinations for makers of film, television and commercials. The centre allows broadcasters, production companies, and technicians time with Sony’s experts in cinematography. The team have unrivalled experience working on the world’s biggest motion pictures and tutor groups and individuals on how … Read more

Wooden Camera announces release of new accessory system for the Sony FX3 & FX30

Wooden Camera announced the new Accessory System for the Sony FX3 & FX30: a modular system and accessories designed to help users customise their workflow and quickly transition between setups. “Our ‘L-Cage’ design is the ideal foundation for any Sony FX build, with a modular accessory system that allows the user to rig up their camera … Read more

Sony’s new Camera Remote SDK version introduces faster processing speed & enhanced function support

Sony announced a new version (Version 1.08) of the Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK) that enables remote operation and setting changes of Sony cameras. This SDK will continue to be available free of charge. Version 1.08 widens the depth and breadth of potential applications with new features, as well as expanding the compatible models: Version … Read more

Sony focuses on imaging, Networked Live, Creators’ Cloud, and VP Solutions at NAB Show 2023

During NAB Show 2023, April 16-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (#C8101), Sony is showcasing beneficial products, solutions and workflows for broadcast, live event, newsgathering and cinematic content creators at every level. With a focus on trending topics in imaging, cloud, networked capabilities, as well as virtual production, Sony will present its comprehensive end-to-end … Read more

Sony unveils new firmware update for FX3 and FX30

Sony has announced new firmware updates for the FX3 full-frame digital cinema camera and the FX30 Super 35 digital cinema camera, enhancing its features for cinematic storytelling and connectivity for film creators. Since its launch, the FX3 has become a popular tool for everyone from high-end feature films, television series and independent filmmakers around the … Read more

GhostFrame and Sony deploy multi-feed 4K native live camera system

AGS has announced that the new 4x UHD capability of Sony HDC-5500 is fully certified for use with the virtual production toolkit GhostFrame. Users of Sony cameras will be the first to experience the full potential of GhostFrame to simultaneously capture four independent 4K UHD images on camera while the human eye sees only one. … Read more

Sony announces new camera, display plugin & colour calibrator as part of new VP tool set

Sony is announcing a new Virtual Production Tool Set to help improve pre-production and on-set workflows. The new tool set works with the Sony VENICE, Crystal LED and other HDR-enabled LED walls to improve performance and help solve common virtual production challenges such as color matching and moiré to enhance in-camera visual effects. “The new Virtual Production Tool … Read more