The new version 3.0 firmware for the Sony VENICE 2 adds a new 33.333fps mode to help avoid flicker in certain scenes, enhanced high frame rate up to 90fps with 2x anamorphic lenses, features to help improve the color fidelity of “In-Camera VFX” for virtual production stages, as well as improved functionality for multi-camera usage at live events. Sony VENICE 2 – the company’s most recent digital cinema flagship – was announced back in November 2021. Bringing internal X-OCN recording, VENICE color science, 8-stops of built-in ND filters, and more in a slightly more compact body, the camera offers two different sensors: original 6K VENICE sensor new full-frame 8.6K sensor – higher dual base ISO of 800/3200, recording modes up to 8.6K 3:2 30fps or 8.2K 17:9 full-frame up to 60fps Sony VENICE 2 extension system. Source: Sony Since then, the VENICE 2 started shipping and has already received a few firmware updates along with the new Rialto 2 extension system. Before that, our VENICE 2 lab test was also released, so make sure to check it out in case you missed it. Recently, Sony released a new version 3.00 firmware update for the Sony VENICE 2, so let’s take a quick look and see what’s new. Sony VENICE 2 lab test. Image credit: CineD Sony VENICE 2 version 3.0 firmware The new version 3.00 firmware is available now for both VENICE 2 sensor versions – 6K (MPC-3626) and 8K (MPC-3628). It brings a few improvements such as a new...
Published By: CineD - Sunday, 11 February, 2024