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bridge the gap between high-end mirrorless hybrids and dedicated cinema cameras.

bridge the gap between high-end mirrorless hybrids and dedicated cinema cameras.

by Sony
Ref # ILME_FX2B

The Sony ILME-FX2B is a full-frame addition to Sony’s Cinema Line, designed to bridge the gap between high-end mirrorless hybrids and dedicated cinema cameras.

Released to appeal to solo operators and travel filmmakers, it sits in a unique spot in the lineup—offering a higher resolution sensor than the FX3 but a more compact, viewfinder-equipped body compared to the larger FX6.

Key Specifications

Feature

Specification

Sensor

33.0 MP Full-Frame Exmor R CMOS

Processor

BIONZ XR with dedicated AI Processing Unit

ISO Range

Dual Base ISO (800 / 4000)

Dynamic Range

15+ Stops (S-Log3)

Video Resolution

4K up to 30p (7K oversampled); 4K up to 60p (Super 35mm crop)

Bit Depth

10-bit 4:2:2 Internal / 16-bit RAW Output via HDMI

Stabilization

5-axis IBIS + Dynamic Active Mode (AI-enhanced)

Viewfinder

3.68m-dot OLED (Tilts 0° to 90°)

What Makes the FX2 Distinct?

  • The Hybrid "Cinema" Body: Unlike the FX3, which is strictly "flat-top" for cage mounting, the FX2 includes a built-in tilting electronic viewfinder (EVF). This makes it much friendlier for handheld outdoor shooting where glare makes the LCD difficult to see.
  • AI-Powered Autofocus: It utilizes the newer AI processing unit found in cameras like the A7R V and A9 III, providing superior subject recognition (humans, animals, birds, insects, cars/trains, and airplanes).
  • 7K Oversampling: Because it uses a 33MP sensor (similar to the A7 IV), it downsamples from 7K to produce extremely sharp 4K footage at standard frame rates.
  • Integrated Cooling: Despite its smaller size, it retains an internal fan and heat-dissipating structure to prevent overheating during long 4K 60p takes.

View the full specifications here: https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/interchangeable-lens-cameras/all-interchangeable-lens-cameras/p/ilmefx2b