Netflix has recently added the Sony FR7 to their list of approved cameras for 4K capture. Sony’s latest full-frame Cinema Line model is the first PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera to receive approval from the streaming giant. Back in September, the Sony FR7 was the first PTZ camera to join the company’s prestigious Cinema Line. The camera inherits a good chunk of its features from the FX6, but packs them into a different form factor that allows for remote control of pan, tilt, and zoom. Over the last few months, this full-frame camera definitely drew the attention of live productions and broadcasters, and recently joined other 13 Sony cameras in Netflix’s approval list. Let’s take a look! Sony FR7 with 28-135mm Power Zoom lens. Source: Sony Sony FR7 is now Netflix-approved On the imaging side, it’s not surprising to see the Sony FR7 joining the list of Netflix approved cameras. Indeed, this model shares most of its specs with the Sony FX6, which is already in the list. These include a full-frame CMOS sensor, 4K capture up to 120fps, Dual ISO, built-in NDs, SLog3, Fast Hybrid AF, dual CFexpress A/SD slots, same internal codecs, and even the ability to output 16-bit RAW over SDI. Netflix’s Camera Production Guide for Sony FR7. Source: Netflix However, as Netflix explained in a dedicated video, their camera approval process goes way beyond image quality, and also takes into account other factors, such as stability, reliability, and overall usability of the system. And here’s where things get...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 15 December, 2022