The Sony FX5 is a Full-frame Cinema Line camera designed for professional filmmakers and cinematographers who need cinematic quality in a compact body. The stacked Full-frame Exmor RS CMOS sensor (35.9 x 24 mm, approximately 18.2 MP total, 16.6 effective MP) combined with the BIONZ XR2 processor featuring an AI processing unit ensures fast readout, over 15 stops of dynamic range, and a Dual Gain function for low-light shooting with reduced noise.

The camera supports Full-frame Open Gate recording up to 5K at 120p and 4K up to 240p, with internal 16-bit linear X-OCN capture in the LT, C1, and C2 codecs, and three base ISO settings (800, 4000, 12800) to accommodate various shooting conditions. The fast hybrid Autofocus with AI-based subject recognition uses up to 759 phase-detection points. The 5-axis mechanical stabilization system integrated into the body is complemented by Active and Dynamic Active electronic stabilization systems.

The compact Cinema Line body features a 3.5″ 4-axis LCD monitor with adjustable angle, a BIG6 (HOME) screen for quick control of key parameters, and professional monitoring tools (False Color, Waveform, Vectorscope, Focus Map, Histogram, Zebra, Peaking). Connectivity features include dual CFexpress Type A/SD card slots, dual USB-C ports, an HDMI Type A output, an Ethernet port, and 2.4/5/6 GHz Wi-Fi with 2×2 MIMO. The included XLR-H2 handle features two XLR/TRS inputs and a stereo mini-jack for float audio up to 96 kHz/32-bit.