Sony has released the long awaited 3.0 firmware update for the Sony FS7. The update, which dropped this morning, has addressed a number of issues users were having with the camera, and made some overall improvements to the user experience.
Perhaps the most anticipated part of the update, Sony has improved their FS-RAW image quality and operation stability. Many users were having issues with frame drops and image processing in the previous version, but will be glad to know that this update addresses those issues.
New Features & Improvements:
1.) Focus Magnification function is improved.
– Support for magnification area position adjustment
– Magnification resolution improvement
2.) Support for “2K Full”, “2K Center” setting in Image Scan Mode
3.) Support for Interval Recording function
4.) Expand lowest value of Zebra level to 0%
5.) Support for Noise Suppression setting in Cine EI mode
6.) Video Signal Monitor usability is improved.
7.) The operability of “Iris setting” using the “Iris dial” and the “assignable dial” is improved.
8.) FS-RAW image quality and operation stability improvement
9.) Overall stability and operability of the camera is improved
Sony plans to continue support for the FS7, and will be involved in ongoing firmware updates for the foreseeable future; so watch this space as we keep you posted on any future developments.
Austin’s very own Andrew Miller, the maker of last year’s great C-Cup for the Canon C100 MKI, has dropped off a prototype eyepiece for the Panasonic GH4 and there’s a new company formed behind it: Miller & Schneider. Say hello to the G-Cup.
1.Mount lightweight adjustable camera rail, or base plate with the provided quarter twenty tapered allen bolt. The front most hole is recommended – setting the plate as far back as possible on the Mark II. (The top camera rail and hot shoe adapter will not be used when mounting the C100 Mark II to the MoVI.)
Texas Media Systems works with multiple leasing companies to get customers approved for the equipment they need. I answer many questions a day about leasing equipment. So, I decided to compile some of the most commonly asked questions to make the process of filling out an application even easier.
1) Where do I find the applications?
If you are on the page of the equipment you are looking for, the apply now button will be underneath the picture of the item. For example, if you are looking at the page for the C100 mk II, the apply now button will be on the page in the item’s description. By clicking on that button, it will take you to the pdf page to electronically sign and submit.
Canon announced on December 19th that the Cine-Servo 17-120mm (Part #s: 9785B001, and 9785B002) are now eligible for the Lens Mount Exchange Progam – allowing users to convert from EF to PL mount or vice-versa.
From the announcement:
“Canon USA’s Cinema Lens Factory Service Centers can perform the modification on eligible lenses. The cost of the mount conversion kit is $800 for the Cine-Servo 17–120mm. Additionally, a $400 labor charge and applicable return shipping fees will also apply for each lens modified. The parts comprising the original mount will be returned to the client and can be reused as necessary.”
Also of note: the modification process does not affect the manufacturer’s one-year limited warranty. Contact Texas Media Systems about initiating a change!
560 grams / 1.2 lbs., 7.9″ x 6.1″ x 1.0″ (200 x 155 x 25 mm), -10 to +40°C (Operating), -20 to +70°C (Storage)
460g/16oz (without batteries & HDD), 645g/23oz (with batteries & HDD), 196 x 110 x 47mm, 7.7 x 4.3 x 1.85”
Onion Skinning**
(FUTURE): Overlay pre-recorded still frame on live video with opacity slider
No
View Monitor Out** Record Clean Video
(FUTURE): Display the monitor-out (viewfinder data) on the OLED while recording a clean video signal.
Available when using the SONY F3, SONY FS700, CANON C500 and ARRI Alexa cameras.
No
Record Triggers
Touchscreen, SDI record trigger (ARRI, CANON, PANASONIC, RED, SONY), HDMI (SONY, CANON), Timecode, (FUTURE): Optional remote control cable
Touchscreen, SDI record trigger (SDI Trigger Camera Selectable, Timecode, Auto HDMI Trigger
Supported Protocols – Canon, Sony, Atomos Open Standard, Lanc
Recording Media
Convergent Design SSDs with power-loss protection, in 256GB and 512GB sizes,
420Mb/sec write, 500Mb/sec read speed, compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt Adapters. SSDs and adapters sold separately.
4K / HD-(50/60/120p),CFast,SSD 2.5”
Raided HDD (5,400 to 10,000rpm). HD-CFast,SSD,2.5”
HDD (5,400 to 10,000rpm)(Approved list only)
Recording Formats
Compressed formats: 4K/UHD 10-bit YCC 422 up to 30 fps, 2K/1080p 10-bit YCC 422 up to 60 fps, 1080i 10-bit YCC 422 up to 60i, 720p 10-bit YCC 422 up to 60 fps, (FUTURE): 1080p RGB 12-bit 444 up to 60fps
Uncompressed formats: 1080p RGB 10/12-bit 444 up to 60fps (base Odyssey7Q, additional codecs can be purchased)
4K-UHD 3840×2160 8/10-bit 4:2:2 – ProRes HQ 422 LT, Lossless Cinema DNG
(data rate camera dependent), 1920×1080 8/10-bit 4:2:2 – ProRes HQ 422 LT, Avid DnxHD 220/220x
145 36…(FUTURE)12G-SDI 4K 50/60p ProRes HD 4:4:4 10-bit
FS700 RAW decode
Full 4K – 4096 x 2160
Construction
Metal Alloy
High quality lightweight ABS Polycarbonate for durability & portability, Heat pipe cooling technology
Pulldown Conversion
50i from 25PSF > 25P (2:2 Pulldown)
60i from 30PSF > 30P (2:2 Pulldown)
60i from 24P > 24P (3:2 Pulldown)
60i from 23.98P > 23.98P (3:2 Pulldown)
Playback
Yes
(FUTURE)Yes
Compatible batteries
Additional optional battery plates
NP series, D-Tap and supporting accessories (Nikon ENL6, Canon EL6)
