Sony | Venice 2

Sensor

The VENICE 2 with an 8.6K sensor features a dual-range ISO setting with 800 and 3200 base settings while sharing the same color science as the original 6K sensor. The new 8.6K sensor improves on the original sensor, providing more flexibility in the image for post-production work while still intercutting well with the 6K sensor. The 6K sensor block (not included) can be swapped into the VENICE 2 in the field, avoiding a trip to a service facility. This can be useful for capturing higher frame rates.

Please note, though you can use the 6K sensor from the original VENICE in a VENICE 2, you cannot put the 8.6K VENICE 2 sensor into the original VENICE camera. Swapping sensor blocks is not a permanent change, as you can swap back and forth. No software or firmware changes are required when swapping sensors, as the camera recognizes the different sensor blocks and automatically adjusts. The sensor supports oversampling from 8.6 to 4K, or you can window in the camera to output 4K.

Should I choose 8.6K or 6K?
There are some key differences with the new 8.6K sensor for the Venice 2:
+ 1/2 stop improved highlight detail retention for smoother highlight rolloff.
+ Overall 16 stops of dynamic range vs 15 with the 6K sensor.
+ Dual-iso base improved from 2500 to 3200 for incredibly clean noise floor in low-light situations.
+ Native 4K ProRes recording to save data and oversample the 8.6K resolution.
+ 8.6K resolution ideal for post-production and virtual production workflows.
+ 8.6K sensor is color-matched and can cut perfectly with Venice 1 and 6K sensors.
- RAW recording data rates are high at 8.6k.
- High frame rate options are more limited on the 8.6K sensor vs 6K.

VENICE 2 can shoot at speeds of up to 120fps at 4K and 90fps at 6K, when using the 6K sensor. In anamorphic modes it also allows shooting at speeds of up to 75fps at 4K 4:3 and 72fps at 4K 6:5.
With the 8K sensor, VENICE 2 can achieve up to 60fps at 8.2K and 90fps at 5.8K.

Built-In ND Filters

The servo-controlled 8-step mechanical ND filter mechanism built into the camera chassis offers a massive ND range from Clear (no ND) and 0.3 (1/2 = 1 stop) to 2.4 (1/256 = 8 stops). The servo control also greatly increases VENICE's flexibility when being controlled remotely on drones, cranes, or in an underwater housing.

- Lenses available separately.