Sony | Venice 2
Camera: Sony Venice 2 - 8.6K / 6K
Sony Venice 2 - 8.6K / 6K Package:
[ ¥140,000 / day ] + tax
Package Includes:
[OPTIONAL] Sony Venice 2 | 8k Sensor Block
[OPTIONAL] Sony Venice | 6k Sensor Block
[1] Sony Venice 2 | Body
[1] Sony Venice | PL Mount
[1] ARRI | CCH-4 | Camera Center Handle
[1] ARRI | HEX-4 | Handle Extension
[1] ARRI Top Plate | Sony Venice
[1] ARRI Plate for Sony Venice 1/2
[1] ARRI | Side Bracket Left for Sony Venice 1/2
[1] ARRI | Side Bracket Right for Sony Venice 1/2
[1] ARRI | BPA-5 | Bridge Plate Adapter
[1] ARRI | BP-8 | 19mm Studio
[1] ARRI | BSA-1 | Broadcast Shoulder Adapter
[1] ARRI QRP-1 | Quick Release Plate
[1] ARRI | Dovetail | 12"/ 300mm
[1] Wooden Camera | A-Box | Sony Venice
[1] Wooden Camera D-Box | V-Mount Plate
[1] Wooden Camera D-Box | Power Cable | Short
[1] Wooden Camera | D-Box | Splitter
[1] IA-300a | Power Supply
[1] XLR-3 [M] ➞ XLR-4 [F] Cable
[2] 19mm Rod | 15"
[2] 15mm Rod | 6"
[1] SD Card
Full Frame and Anamorphic Licenses
*Choose between 8.6K or 6K sensor block (subject to availability)
Extras:
1x 1TB Memory Card (AXS-A1TS66) - [ ¥20,000 / day ] + tax
1x 512GB Memory Card (AXS-A512S48 - 6K compatible only) - [ ¥10,000 / day ] + tax
1x AXS-AR3 Thunderbolt Reader - [ ¥10,000 / day ] + tax
1x Gecko-Cam LPL Mount for Sony Venice with pass-through lens data - OPTIONAL
1x 3m Rialto 2 Extension Module (inc. cage + cables) - [ ¥25,000 / day ] + tax
+ 12m Rialto Extentsion Cable - [ ¥7,000 / day ] + tax
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.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 35mm Full Frame CMOS sensor (Image Circle φ43.5mm) |
| Mount | PL Mount / E Mount |
| Shutter | Electronic Rolling Shutter 4.2～360° |
| Dimensions | (W) 152 × (H) 158 × (D) 250mm |
| Weight (Body Only) | ~4.3kg (8K Sensor) ~4.2kg (6k Sensor) |
| Power Input | DC11~32V |
| Effective Sensitivity (ISO) | Base 800 (200-3200) / Base 3200 (800-12800) |
| Dynamic Range | 16 Stop (8K Sensor) 15 Stop (6K Sensor) |
| Media | AXS-M |
| Codecs | X-OCN XT X-OCN ST X-OCN LT ProRes 4444 4K ProRES 4444QFHD ProRES 422 HQ 4K ProRES 422 HQ QFHD |
| Recording Format | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Mode | Sensor Size | Resolution | Maximum Frame Rate AXS 512GB S48 | Maximum Frame Rate AXS 1TB S66 |
| 8k Sensor | ||||
| 8.6K 3:2 Open Gate | 35.9×24.0mm | 8640×5760 | X-OCN XT - N/A X-OCN ST - 30fps X-OCN LT - 30fps | X-OCN XT - 30fps X-OCN ST - 30fps X-OCN LT - 30fps |
| 8.2K 17:9 | 34.1×18.0mm | 8192×4320 | X-OCN XT - N/A X-OCN ST - 30fps X-OCN LT - 60fps | X-OCN XT - 30fps X-OCN ST - 60fps X-OCN LT - 60fps |
| 7.6K 16:9 | 32.0×18.0mm | 7680×4320 | X-OCN XT - 30fps X-OCN ST - 30fps X-OCN LT - 60fps | X-OCN XT - 30fps X-OCN ST - 60fps X-OCN LT - 60fps |
| 5.8K 6:5 | 24.1×20.2mm | 5792×4852 | X-OCN XT - 30fps X-OCN ST - 48fps X-OCN LT - 48fps | X-OCN XT - 48fps X-OCN ST - 48fps X-OCN LT - 48fps |
| 5.8K 17:9 | 24.1×12.7mm | 5792×3056 | X-OCN XT - 75fps X-OCN ST - 75fps X-OCN LT - 90fps | X-OCN XT - 75fps X-OCN ST - 90fps X-OCN LT - 90fps |
| 5.4K 16:9 | 22.6×12.7mm | 5434×3056 | X-OCN XT - 75fps X-OCN ST - 75fps X-OCN LT - 90fps | X-OCN XT - 75fps X-OCN ST - 90fps X-OCN LT - 90fps |
| 6K Sensor | ||||
| 6K 3:2 Open Gate | 35.9×24.0mm | 6048×4032 | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 60fps | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 60fps |
| 6K 17:9 | 36.0×19.0mm | 6054×3192 | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 72fps | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 72fps |
| 5.7K 16:9 | 33.7×19.0mm | 5674×3192 | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 72fps | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 72fps |
| 4K 6:5 | 24.3×18mm | 4096×3024 | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 72fps | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 72fps |
| 4K 17:9 | 24.3×12.8mm | 4096×2160 | X-OCN XT/ST/LT- 110fps | X-OCN XT/ST/LT- 110fps |
| 3.8K 16:9 | 22.8×12.8mm | 3840×2160 | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 60fps | X-OCN XT/ST/LT - 60fps |
