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Sony FS5 User Manual

Sony FS5
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Sony FS5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeSuper 35mm CMOS
Lens MountSony E-mount
Resolution4K (4096 x 2160)
Recording FormatAVCHD
Internal Recording4K up to 30p, HD up to 60p
Shutter Speed1/8 to 1/10000 sec
ISO Range320 to 32, 000
Viewfinder0.39 inch OLED, 1.44 million dots
LCD Screen3.5" LCD Screen
Audio Input2 x XLR
OutputsHDMI, 3G-SDI, USB
Dimensions172 mm

Summary

Sony FS5 Introduction and Borrowing Procedures

Key Kit Handling Precautions

Essential guidelines for handling the camera kit, including its value, waterproofing, and weather precautions.

Recording Formats and Codecs

Key Recording Codecs Explained

Overview of the three primary recording codecs: XAVC HD, XAVC QFHD 4K, and AVCHD.

Criteria for Choosing Recording Formats

Guidelines for selecting the optimal recording format based on frame rate, codec, and bit rate.

Audio Input and Control

Connecting the External Microphone

Instructions for attaching the condenser microphone to XLR INPUT 2 with +48V setting.

Exposure and Focus Management

Slow Motion Recording Techniques

Slow Motion Recording Modes Explained

Explanation of the two slow motion modes: S&Q motion and Super Slow Motion.

Manual Exposure and White Balance Settings

Performing Manual White Balance Adjustment

Detailed steps for setting manual white balance using a white card and the camera's WB SET button.

Image Monitoring Tools and Filters

Using the Histogram for Exposure Judgment

Guidance on using the histogram display to judge overall contrast and exposure levels.

Zebra Stripes for Exposure Guidance

How to assign and use Zebra Stripes to judge overexposure or specific features like flesh tones.

SLOG Gamma and Exposure Techniques

SLOG Gamma Profiles (PP7-PP9)

Introduction to high dynamic range SLOG gamma profiles (PP7, PP8, PP9) for high contrast scenes.

SLOG 2 vs. SLOG 3 Gamma Characteristics

Comparison of SLOG 2 and SLOG 3 gamma settings for monitor viewing and post-production flexibility.

Best Practices for SLOG Exposure

Guidance to keep picture information in mid and highlight areas when exposing for SLOG to avoid noise.

Setting White Balance for SLOG Profiles

Instructions for setting white balance and color temperature for SLOG 2 and SLOG 3 profiles.

Autoexposure Techniques for SLOG Shooting

Methods for autoexposure in SLOG, using Auto IRIS and AE Shift to overexpose appropriately.

Using Zebra Stripes for SLOG Exposure Reference

Using Zebra Stripes set to 70 IRE as a reference for manually exposing SLOG footage, especially for flesh tones.

Manual Exposure Guidance for SLOG

Techniques for manual SLOG exposure, pushing information into mids/highlights and overexposing by 1.5-2.5 stops.

Media Backup and File Management

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