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Sony FX5

Compact full-frame Cinema Line camera with 5K open gate and internal 16-bit RAW. Summarised automatically from public product information.

Creators cited with it
19
From 48 reports.
Released
2026
First cited here by Mark Bone, July 2026. Last reported .
Reviewers
Criticised for video and build & handling
From 2 reviews. What they said

$4,899.99

Checked Oct 7, 2026. Verify at the retailer.

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  • “I have a problem with the Sony FX5. And if you've seen my last two videos on it, then you already know that I think the FX5 is an incredible camera.”
    Anthony GugliottaWatch the video
  • “Having spent time shooting with the Sony FX5, I'll share my personal experiences, what I like, what frustrates me and whether I think it's the right camera for different types of filmmakers.”
    Jason MorrisWatch the video

17 more creators cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 2 reviews (0 press, 2 video), newest July 2026

What YouTube reviews of the Sony FX5 judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where reviewers push back

  • Video
  • Build & handling
  • Image qualityNot covered by enough reviews
  • VideoSplit: Reviewers are split.Reviewers split: great internal recording option, but missing internal NDs frustrates.2 reviews›

    Praise (1)

    • “We also got internal 16-bit XOCN recording with compression options, which is great.”

      VideoYCImaging · July 2026Watch at 2:00

    Complaints (1)

    • “that is like my biggest regret with the FX5 is that we didn't get the internal NDs.”

      VideoDanny Gevirtz · July 2026Watch at 13:58

  • AutofocusNot covered by enough reviews
  • StabilisationNot covered by enough reviews
  • Battery lifeNot covered by enough reviews
  • Build & handlingSplit: Reviewers are split.Mixed: better screen and FX3-like size, but awkward feel.2 reviews›

    Praise (2)

    • “I think the screen is so much better”

      VideoYCImaging · July 2026Watch at 3:25

    • “pretty much the same size as the FX3, which I was so happy about”

      VideoDanny Gevirtz · July 2026Watch at 3:32

    Complaints (2)

    • “it's actually kind of cumbersome for the way that I like to shoot with it.”

      VideoYCImaging · July 2026Watch at 3:59

    • “I just don't like how it feels. I don't like how it looks, but it gets the job done.”

      VideoDanny Gevirtz · July 2026Watch at 12:53

  • ValueNot covered by enough reviews

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