Sony just presented a new version of the Sony VENICE which will give it a removable sensor block which is tethered to the camera. Also, Sony VENICE will get the long-awaited firmware update version 2 at the beginning of July. The firmware update unlocks new framerates, Sony E-mount possibility and few other new features. Sony also announced that two Avatar sequels will be filmed with the Sony VENICE. Cine Gear Expo started today in Los Angeles and our cinema5D team there is reporting with fresh content from the Sony press conference. Avatar Sequels Filmed with Sony VENICE James Cameron made an appearance at the Sony press conference – only on screen – announcing that he will be shooting Avatar 2 and 3 with the Sony VENICE camera system. Avatar producer Jon Landau made an appearance on stage to discuss Lightstorm Entertainment’s collaboration with Sony, and we interviewed him as well. Landau said, “Jim (Cameron) and I were blown away by the potential of what the Sony Venice could do.” James Cameron added, “The VENICE camera delivers the most astonishing image I’ve ever seen. The blacks are rich, deep and velvety, the highlights and source lights are amazingly bright. For the first time, we truly appreciate what the term High Dynamic Range means.” Interesting side fact is that performance capture for Avatar sequels is supported by a variety of additional Sony cameras including multiple Alpha mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras and even the compact RX0. Avatar producer Jon Landau being happy with the new...
Published By: CineD - Saturday, 2 June, 2018