Explore Sony BURANO Digital Cinema Camera With 8K Sensor
Sony has unveiled the Sony Burano, a groundbreaking addition to their prestigious CineAlta lineup. Designed for solo camera operators and small crews, the Burano combines exceptional image quality with high mobility, making it the ultimate tool for versatile productions.
Key Features:
- 8K Video Capabilities: Capture stunning 8K video at up to 30fps.
- In-Body Image Stabilization: The world’s first PL – mount camera with IBIS, ensuring smooth footage.
- Dual Base ISO: 800 and 3200 for exceptional low-light performance.
- Full-Frame 8.6K Sensor: Delivers high – quality images with wide latitude and rich color gamut.
- Electronic Variable ND Filter: Adjustable ND filter from 0.6 to 2.1 stops.
- Fast Hybrid AF: Subject recognition and AI-powered autofocus.
- Compact and Lightweight Design: 33% lighter than the Venice 2, making it easy to handle.
- Flexible Shooting Modes: Full-frame, Super 35, and anamorphic lenses.
- Multiple Frame Rates: Shoot in 6K at 60fps or 4K at 120fps.
The Burano is designed to adapt to any shooting style, whether you’re working on a film set, a stage production, or a virtual production. Its ergonomic balance and lightweight chassis make it easy to switch between shoulder-mount, handheld, gimbal, or drone operation.
Sony BURANO Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
General
Camera type
Digital motion picture camera
Lens mount
PL Mount (detachable)/E-mount (lever lock type)
Camera Section
Type
35 mm full frame (35.9 x 24.0 mm), Exmor RS CMOS image sensor
Number of pixels (effective)*1
Approx. 41.9 megapixels
Optical low pass filter
Yes
Built-in ND filter
CLEAR, linear variable ND (0.6(1/4) – 2.1(1/128))
Gain control
-3 to 18 dB (every 1 dB)
Latitude
16 stops
Color temperature range
2000 K – 15000 K
Recording system (movie)
Video compression
X-OCN(LT), XAVC H Intra HQ, XAVC H Intra SQ, XAVC H Long, XAVC Intra, XAVC Long
Audio recording format
LPCM 4ch (48 kHz 24 bit)
Movie function
Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q)
Yes
Proxy recording
Yes
TC/UB
Yes
Memory card slot
Memory card slot
SLOT A: Slot for CFexpress Type B card, SLOT B: Slot for CFexpress Type B card, Slot for Utility SD card
Focus System
Type
Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
Focus point
Max. 627 points (phase-detection AF)
Recognition target (Movies)
Human
Other features
AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity
AF Transition Speed
AF Assist
AF Transition Speed
AF Assist
Exposure Control
ISO sensitivity
ISO 800/3200 (Cine EI mode, D55 Light source)
LCD screen
Type
8.8 cm (3.5 type) TFT
Touch panel
Yes
Number of dots (total)
2,764,800 dots
Shutter
Shutter speed
Angle Mode: 5.6°to 360°, 2F to 64F
Speed Mode: 1/8000 sec to 64F
Speed Mode: 1/8000 sec to 64F
Image Stabilization
Type
Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation
(Compensation depends on lens specifications)
(Compensation depends on lens specifications)
Mode
PL mount: High / Low / Off
E-mount: Active / Standard / Off
E-mount: Active / Standard / Off
Interface
PC interface
Mass-storage
USB Type-C® Terminal
Yes (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible)
Wireless LAN (built-in)
Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band))*2*3
HDMI output
HDMI connector (Type-A)
XLR audio input
Yes (3-pin (female) x2)
Headphone terminal
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo mini jack)
Remote terminal
2.5 mm, 3-pole sub-mini type
SDI output
SDI OUT1: BNC, 12G-SDI, 6G-SDI, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
SDI OUT2: BNC, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
SDI OUT2: BNC, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI
DC input
XLR, 11 V to 17 V
TC input/TC output
BNC, TC IN/OUT Switchable
Genlock input/Ref output
BNC, REF IN/OUT Switchable
Grip remote control connector
3.5 mm, 4-pole mini jack
LAN terminal
Yes (1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T)
Audio
Microphone
Built-in, monaural
Speaker
Built-in, monaural
Lens Compensation
Lens compensation
E-mount: Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing
Power
Battery
Battery pack BP-GL95B (Sold separately)
Power consumption
With LCD screen
Unit nominal power consumption: Approx. 50.0 W (lens, 6K 17:9, 59.94P, X-OCN LT recording, auto fan, excluding grip remote control and peripheral devices)
Unit maximum power consumption: Approx. 66.0 W (lens, 6K 17:9, 59.94P, X-OCN LT recording, 40 °C (104 °F) environment, ND filter (1/4), proxy recording on, Wi-Fi on, auto fan, including grip remote control and peripheral devices)
Unit maximum power consumption: Approx. 66.0 W (lens, 6K 17:9, 59.94P, X-OCN LT recording, 40 °C (104 °F) environment, ND filter (1/4), proxy recording on, Wi-Fi on, auto fan, including grip remote control and peripheral devices)
Weight
Body only
Approx. 2.4 kg (body only, excluding PL-mount adapter)
Body only (oz.)
Approx. 5 lb 4.7 oz (body only, excluding PL-mount adapter)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
145.7 mm x 142.5 mm x 218.1 mm (body without protrusions)
Dimensions (W x H x D) (in)
145.7 mm x 142.5 mm x 218.1 mm (body without protrusions)
Operation
Operating temperature
0 – 40 °C / 32 – 104 °F
Storage temperature
-20 to 60 °C / -4 to 140 °F
Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessory
Handle (with viewfinder arm) (1)
Handle mounting screws (4)
LCD monitor (1)
Viewfinder loupe (1)
Viewfinder mount adapter (1)
Shim (circular) (1)
Shim (1/3 arc) (15)
E-mount cap (1)
PL mount cap (1)
Handle mounting screws (4)
LCD monitor (1)
Viewfinder loupe (1)
Viewfinder mount adapter (1)
Shim (circular) (1)
Shim (1/3 arc) (15)
E-mount cap (1)
PL mount cap (1)
Notes
*1
Number of effective pixels varies depending on attached lenses and camera settings.
*2
Models sold in some countries/regions support IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz) wireless LAN only.
*3
(Configuration method/Access method) WPS or manually /infrastructure mode. When connecting to smartphones, the camera can always work as a base without a wireless access point. (Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-SAE)
