Sony PMW-F55 4K Cinema Camera Rentals

Sony OLED EVF
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Sony LCD Viewfinder Rental for Sony F55 Camera

Sony LCD EVF
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TVLogic 5" Monitor
Day $70

TVLogic 9" Monitor
Day $100

Sony 17" OLED
Day $150

Sony 25" OLED
Day $175

Fujinon 19-90mm
Day $375

Fujinon 85-300mm
Day $400

Fujinon 25-300mm
Day $575

Canon 17-120mm
Day $500

Sony CA-4000
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Multidyne Fiber
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Fujinon Zoom Control
Day $40

Fujinon Focus Control
Day $40

Vinten Osprey Peds
Day $250

O'Connor 2575
Day $125

Sachtler 25
Day $85

Sachtler 20
Day $65

Sony 4K sensor for gorgeous, super-sampled HD, 2K and 4K The PMW-F55 CineAlta camera shoots spectacular images with its 8.9 megapixels (effective) Sony 4K image sensor. You get superb dynamic range, the widest colour gamut, and pristine image quality, whether you shoot in HD, 2K or 4K. Multiple recording formats includes HD/2K/4K on SxS memory and 16-bit RAW 2K/4K on AXSM™ media Multiple recording formats include MPEG-2 HD422, MPEG4 SStP*, XAVC 2K*/HD, XAVC QFHD*/4K and 16-bit RAW 2K/4K**. You can have simultaneous recording on internal high-speed SxS PRO+ memory cards and RAW 2K/4K recording on sleek AXSM™ memory cards using the optional bolt-on AXS-R5 recorder, designed specifically to attach seamlessly to the F55 and F5 cameras. There is also high speed shooting up to 240 fps RAW 2K and 60 fps in RAW 4K recording onto the AXS-R5. *Expected as a future upgrade. ** Recording onto the optional AXS-R5 recorder. Lightweight modular design to maximize versatility in 2D and 3D The F55 is exceptionally small, light and modular, letting you build up the right configuration for each job – or each shot. As well as the choice of formats and internal and external recording options, you can attach a variety of viewfinders, including the revolutionary optional DVF-EL100 OLED viewfinder, PL-mount, FZ-mount and still lenses, including second-generation Sony PL-mount lenses, and extra long-life Olivine – Lithium Iron Phosphate – batteries. The chassis is only slightly wider than a typical PL-mount prime lens, perfect for 3D rigs. An optional shoulder rig provides for hand-held and shoulder-mounted shooting.

The PMW-F55’s Sony 4K image sensor captures a true 4K 4096 x 2160 DCI-standard cinema image. Its 4K CMOS sensor features 11.6 megapixels (total) and 8.9 megapixels (effective). The “Frame Image Scan” technology used by F55 sensor eliminates flash band and image artifacts common to conventional CMOS sensors. This sensor captures with an impressive 14 stops of exposure latitude with excellent sensitivity and low noise. The F55 image sensor is also equipped with the same advanced color filter array technology used in Sony’s flagship F65, which delivers color gamut that’s wider than 35mm motion picture print film.
The F55 CineAlta camera provides the choice recording of three formats to SxS cards: MPEG-2, 50Mbps HD422 plus two 10-bit mastering formats: XAVC at HD, 2K & 4K resolution, plus SR Codec (HDCAM SR) at 440Mbps or 220Mbps. 16-bit Linear 2K/4K RAW recording to the optional AXS-R5 recorder preserves the greatest latitude for color correction and other post processes. Sony’s 16-bit recording captures 16x more tonal values than 12 bit RAW. Thus it’s the ideal acquisition format for the 16-bit linear Academy Color Encoding System (ACES) workflow.
The F55 features high frame-rate on-board XAVC HD and 4K recordings up to 60 fps, plus a free planned upgrade to XAVC, QFHD up to 60 fps in addition to XAVC 2K/HD up to180 fps. It also offers 240 fps 2K RAW with the optional AXS-R5 outboard recorder and a planned upgrade, achieving the highest frame rates most productions will need, while retaining exceptional, 16-bit image quality.
Simultaneous RAW and onboard camera SxS recording provides a coordinated “off-line, on-line” workflow with simultaneous recording to internal SxS cards and the optional AXS-R5 RAW recorder. For seamless conforming in post, you get matching time code, start frame, stop frame, and file names.
The F55 is equipped with Sony’s large diameter, robust, FZ-mount which is compatible with virtually all 35mm DSLR, and Cine lenses with simple inexpensive lens adapters. It ships with a PL-mount compatible with Cooke/i and Arri LDS.
The F5/F55 excellent camera ergonomics enable comfortably shooting for long periods of time. The camera head, viewfinder and shoulder mount can be adjusted to fit any shooter and optimized for different lens configurations. Their clean, flexible architecture enables shooting in many configurations.

Sony PMW-F55 Color Gamut

8.9MP Super 35mm CMOS Image Sensor: With 8.9 effective megapixels (11.6 total MP), the Sony 4K CMOS sensor captures a true 4K 4096 x 2160 DCI-standard cinema image. The sensor approximates the size of traditional 2-perf, Super 35mm motion picture film, which allows cinematographers to use their favorite lenses on the F55 without a significant disparity in apparent angle-of-view.

Internal 4K/2K/HD Recording: The F55 CineAlta camera incorporates high-speed SxS PRO+ memory card recording that allows the choice of 8-bit MPEG-2 HD422 at 50 Mbps, 10-bit XAVC 2K/HD at 100 Mbps, SR Codec 10-bit MPEG4 SStP at 220/440/880 Mbps, and XAVC 4K/QFHD at 300 Mbps. All formats can be recorded at a range of interlace and progressive frame rates. Some recording settings will require a free firmware upgrade.

Electronic Global Shutter: Traditional CMOS sensors employ what is commonly known as a "rolling shutter." The F55 is among the first digital motion picture cameras with a global shutter, which completely eliminates motion skew and other rolling shutter distortions.

Highly Modular Design: In addition to the AXS-R5 recorder, a digital interface on the F55 allows for a variety of optional viewfinders. DVF-EL100 is a 0.7" OLED viewfinder with 1280 x 720 resolution. DVF-L350 is a 3.5" LCD viewfinder with 960 x 540 resolution, and the eyepiece flips up for direct monitoring. DVF-L700 is a 7" LCD viewfinder with 1920 x 1080 resolution for monitoring Full HD pixel-for-pixel. Other modular components include the optional Sony shoulder rig, which features industry-standard rosettes on both sides for quick and easy attachment of third-party hand grips and other accessories.

Optional AXS-R5 "Bolt-on" Recorder: The optional AXS-R5 recorder is designed to dock on the rear of the PMW-F55 and enables 4K and 2K resolution video recording in 16-bit RAW. The AXS-R5 also facilitates high speed frame rates of up to 240 fps in 2K and simultaneous RAW + on-board SxS recording. The recorder uses Sony's newly developed AXSM memory cards, which are compatible with an optional USB 3.0 reader (AXS-CR1). RAW files can be screened using Sony's free RAW Viewer software. (AXS-R5 is sold separately.)

Native FZ-Mount and PL-Mount Adapter: The F55 is designed to accommodate a wide range of lenses. With the PL-mount adaptor, you can take advantage of acclaimed cine optics from Angénieux, Canon, Carl Zeiss, Cooke, FUJIFILM, Leica and more. Slip off the supplied PL-mount adaptor to reveal the native FZ-mount with an 18mm flange focal distance. The FZ-mount provides an interface for native FZ lenses like Sony's SCL-Z18X140 auto focus servo zoom lens or a range of adaptors for still lenses, including Canon EF, Canon FD, Nikon F, Leica M and more.

Dynamic Range Rated at 14 Stops: The ability to render a range of exposure values from deepest shadows to brightest highlights is a crucial test of any digital camera. The F55 is capable of an impressive 14 stops of exposure latitude, low-light sensitivity and low noise in the blacks. The digital sensor's dynamic range approaches that of traditional motion picture film.

Wider Color Gamut than Film: The F55 incorporates the same advanced color filter array technology as Sony's flagship F65, for a color gamut that is even wider than motion picture film.

SxS Pro+ Media Cards: On-board recording of XAVC 4K and 180 fps XAVC 2K/HD requires high-data-rate recording media. The F55 will use Sony's 64 and 128 GB SxS PRO+ memory cards. A 128 GB card will provide enough space for approximately 40 minutes of 4K video in the XAVC Intra 422 format.

Intuitive One-touch Interface: Designed with significant input from cinematographers, the F55 features an intuitive interface for a range of controls. Instead of diving through menus, you get direct, one-touch access to key shooting parameters including frame rate, shutter speed, color temperature, ISO sensitivity and gamma. Assignable buttons mean that your favorite adjustments are always at your fingertips.

Real-time 4K Output and Other Vital Connections: The F55 supports real-time 4K output to a compatible monitor, via four 3G-SDI outputs. There is also HDMI, USB, DC input, a removable XLR audio module and a removable time code/genlock module. The XLR inputs accept balanced analogue signals, provide 48-Volt phantom power and will accept four channels of AES/EBU digital audio with an expected firmware upgrade.

Long-life Olivine Battery and Quick Charger: The F55 takes advantage of Sony's BP-FL75 battery pack, which uses Olivine Lithium Iron Phosphate instead of conventional Lithium Ion cathodes. The result is a substantial increase in charge-discharge cycles, compared to previous Sony batteries. The Olivine battery works with Sony's BC-L90 quick charger. The camera is also compatible with Sony's BP-GL95A, GL65A, L80S and L60S batteries, which use the BC-L70 and L160 chargers.

Sensor
Sensor Type	Super 35mm equivalent single-chip CMOS with global shutter
Pixels	Total: 11.6 MP Effective: 8.9 MP
Sensitivity	Luminance: 2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance Video Gamma: T11@24p (3200K light source) S-Log2 Gamma: ISO 1250 (D55 Light source)
Dynamic Range	14 stops
Signal to Noise Ratio	57dB (Video Gamma, 24p, Noise Suppression OFF)

Recording
Video Recording Format	MPEG-2 Long GOP HD 422 mode: CBR, 50 Mbps max, MPEG-2 422P@HL
Audio Recording Format	Linear PCM (2 ch, 24-bit, 48-kHz)
Recording Modes	XAVC 4K: 4096 x 2160 at 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p XAVC QFHD: 3840 x 2160 at 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p XAVC 2K: 2048 x 1920 at 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p XAVC HD: 1920 x 1080 at 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p MPEG4 SStP: 1920 x 1080, 23.98p/24p/25p/29.97p MPEG2 HD: 1920 x 1080 at 50i, 59.94i, 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p MPEG2 HD: 1280 x 720 at 50p, 59.94p
Shutter Speed	1/24s to 1/6,000s
Shutter Angle	4.2 - 360°(electrical shutter)
Slow Shutter	2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 frame accumulation
Slow & Quick Motion Function	XAVC 4K/QFHD: 1-60p (NTSC) XAVC 4K/QFHD: 1-50p (PAL) XAVC HD/2K: 1-180p (NTSC), 23.98p/29.97p with option XAVC HD/2K: 1-150p (PAL), 25p with option XAVC HD: 1-60p (NTSC) XAVC HD: 1-50p (PAL)
White Balance	Preset (3200K, 4300K, 5500K), Memory, ATW
Gain	-3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB, AGC
Gamma Curve	Standard (x6) HG1, HG2, HG3, HG4, HG7 and HG8 S-Log2 Gamma

Interface
Memory Cards	SxS (x2, ExpressCard 34 slots) SD card slot (x1)
Video Output	HD-Y or HD Sync (tri-level) V1.0 Analog Composite (VUP)
HD-SDI Output	HD mode: SDI 1/2 Line Output, SDI 3/4 Monitor Output (character on/off) 4K mode: SDI 1/2/3/4 Line Output (character on/off), HD-SDI/3G-SDI switchable
Timecode	TC IN/OUT switchable (x1)
Genlock	BNC input (x1)
HDMI	A Type output (x1)
Audio	Input: XLR-type 3-pin with Line/Mic/Mic +48V/AES/EBU selectable (x2, female) Output: phono jack (CH-1, CH-2) Headphone: Stereo mini jack (x1) Speaker: monaural
USB	USB device, Mini-B (x1) USB host, type-A (x1)
Wi-Fi	USB host, type-A (x1)
DC Output	4-pin (x1), 11 V to 17 V DC (MAX 2.0A) w/ battery adapter
Remote	8-pin (x1)

General
Lens Mount	FZ-mount, PL-mount (with supplied adapter)
Built-in Filters	Clear, 0.9 (1/8 ND), 1.8 (1/64 ND)
Power Requirements	DC 12 V (11 V to 17.0 V)
Power Consumption	Approx. 25 W (while recording XAVC 4K 60p, EVF Off, LCD monitor Off, 4K SDI On)
Battery Operating Time	With BP-FL75: approximately 150 minutes With BP-GL95A: approximately 210 minutes
Operating Temperature	32 ~ 104° F (0 ~ 40° C)
Storage Temperature	-4° ~ +140° F (-20° ~ +60° C)
Dimensions	Without protrusions: 7.13 x 7.88 x 12.25" (15.1 x 18.9 x 21 cm)
Weight	Body only: 4.88 lb (2.2 kg)

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