Dubai, United Arab Emirate; 7th November 2024 – Sony will be returning for the 6th time as the main official industrial sponsor to EnergaCamerimage 2024, showcasing its latest technological developments for the cinematography industry, and connecting with cinematographers and professionals.
“Sony has been present at EnergaCamerimage for the last 20 years and we are delighted to be supporting the industry once again at this key event in the calendar for Cinematographers – at a time where the industry is going through immense pressure and changes, be able to meet and assist DoPs, ACs, students and other industry makers from around the world is especially important to us”, commented Sebastian Leske, Head of Business Development, Cinema, Sony Europe.
Sony is also launching and will showcase at EnergaCAMERIMAGE the latest updates to its Cinema Line cameras including:
VENICE 2 Version 4.0
This 2-year-old camera has established itself as one of the first choices for DoPs around the world. The Version 4.0 firmware update, available from August 2025, will add:
Sony is pleased to continue to upgrade and evolve the camera over the coming years, improving its shelf life for its users & owners: Version 5.0 will be made available in 2026 and Version 6.0 in 2027.
FX6 Version 6.0
The next upgrade to the FX6 will come in February 2026 and key new features will include:
FX6/FX9[1] now supports SDI RAW Output for Blackmagic RAW recording with Blackmagic Design’s Video Assist recorder[2].
FX3 Version 7.0 and FX30 Version 6.0
These two cameras will also see their features evolve from September 2025, based on users’ feedback and with the intent of aligning UX and operational use for users across the whole Cinema Line. The new firmware versions for both cameras will see:
Additionally, Version 2.0 of BURANO, whose roadmap was already announced for March 2025 release, will be showcased at this show for the first time. Version 2.0 includes amongst other features, new recording formats, new 1.8x de-squeeze, and monitoring improvements.
Sony will also host 3 seminars to bring together members of the industry around key topics:
Tuesday, November 19th
In Conversation: Camerimage 2024 Nominated Cinematographers on shooting their latest project
Roundtable with Cinematographers Mikhail Krichman, Veronika Tyron and Rachel Clark on how they utilised Sony cameras to help them achieve their vision.
Wednesday, November 20th
Illuminating Stories: A Sony Masterclass with Ed Lachman and Marko Massinger
Embark on an illuminating journey with cinematographers Ed Lachman, ASC and Mark Massinger at this exclusive seminar on the art of lighting.
Thursday, November 21st
Building a Sustainable Industry: Creating a safe working environment and developing future talent.
Andra Milsome (Mark Milsome Foundation), Director of Photography Fabian Wagner, ASC,BSC (First Steps Cinematography) & Irena Gruca-Rozbicka (Crew United) discuss on challenges crew members face at the start and during their careers.
Alongside different networking events, attendees will be able to get hands-on with Sony’s solutions across shooting and on-set, post-production and workflow.
The full CineAlta family of high-end digital cinema cameras will be on display – including the VENICE 2, VENICE Extension System 2 and BURANO, a versatile, lightweight and compact full-frame 8K cinema camera specially designed for single-camera operators and small crews. Sony will also exhibit its line-up of lenses and professional monitors.
Visit pro.sony/cinematography or follow us on Instagram @sonyprofilmmaking for more information.
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A selection of films shot on Sony for EnergaCamerimage 2024:
Main Competition
The Fire Inside – Cinematographer: Rina Yang
Emilia Perez – Cinematographer: Paul Guilhaume
Vermiglio, the Mountain Bride – Cinematographer: Mikhail Krichman
Polish Film Competition
White Courage (Biala Odwaga) – Cinematographer: Marcin Koszalka
Blackbird (Kos) – Cinematographer: Piotr Sobocinski Jr.
Kulej. Dwie strony medalu – Cinematographer: Marian Prokop
TV Series Pilot Competition
Shogun – Cinematographer: Christopher Ross
Sugar – Cinematographer: Cesar Charlone
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About Sony Middle East and Africa:
Sony Middle East and Africa FZE is a 100% subsidiary of Sony Corporation and is the regional headquarters for the Middle East and Africa regions. The company is engaged in the business of Sony Consumer Electronics, Mobile Electronics (Car Audio), broadcasting and professional products and Computer Entertainment (PlayStation) products in more than 40 countries in the region.
Apart from stock operations in the Jebel Ali Free Zone Establishment in Dubai, Sony Middle East and Africa leads execution of various logistics, sales, marketing, advertising and customer services activities through its business partners. 353 accredited third-party service centres reinforce Sony’s presence in key markets in the region.
About Sony Corporation
Sony Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation and is responsible for the Entertainment, Technology & Services (ET&S) business. With the mission to “create the future of entertainment through the power of technology together with creators,” we aim to continue to deliver Kando* to people around the world. For more information, visit: http://www.sony.net/
*Kando is a Japanese word that roughly translates to the sense of awe and emotion you feel when experiencing something beautiful and amazing for the first time.
[1] Requires optional extension unit XDCA-FX9
[2] Sony recommends that users check update timing on Blackmagic Design’s Video Assist recorder.