Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Is the new Sony FX5 the ultimate "Baby Venice," or is it missing crucial features for filmmakers? I pre-ordered the FX5 before even watching the reviews—here's why it might just be the best full-frame cinema camera under $5,000, despite a major anamorphic flaw.
In this video, we break down the Sony FX5 launch and why this camera changes the game for videographers. We’re talking 16-bit OCN RAW, 5K open gate, 14 stops of dynamic range, and a brand new sensor. But how does it actually stack up against the Sony FX6 or the Lumix S1 Mark II? We dive deep into the missing internal ND filters, the autofocus limitations during anamorphic desqueeze, and whether this $4,800 powerhouse is actually overkill for most content creators.
👇 Did you pre-order the Sony FX5? Let me know your favorite (or least favorite) feature down in the comments!
00:00 - Why I Pre-Ordered the Sony FX5 Blind
00:35 - The "Baby Sony Venice" (Specs & Features)
01:49 - Does it Beat the Sony FX6?
02:11 - The Missing Internal ND Filter Explained
02:55 - 5K Open Gate & Why I'm Switching to RAW
05:10 - The BIG Anamorphic Desqueeze Flaw
06:51 - Dynamic Range & Dual Base ISO
08:00 - Sony FX5 vs Lumix S1 Mark II
13:22 - Is the FX5 Overkill for Most Creators?
14:55 - The Nuances of Image Quality (Pixel Peeping)
21:20 - Why This is the Perfect Documentary Camera
Is the new Sony FX5 the ultimate "Baby Venice," or is it missing crucial features for filmmakers? I pre-ordered the FX5 before even watching the reviews—here's why it might just be the best full-frame cinema camera under $5,000, despite a major anamorphic flaw.
In this video, we break down the Sony FX5 launch and why this camera changes the game for videographers. We’re talking 16-bit OCN RAW, 5K open gate, 14 stops of dynamic range, and a brand new sensor. But how does it actually stack up against the Sony FX6 or the Lumix S1 Mark II? We dive deep into the missing internal ND filters, the autofocus limitations during anamorphic desqueeze, and whether this $4,800 powerhouse is actually overkill for most content creators.
👇 Did you pre-order the Sony FX5? Let me know your favorite (or least favorite) feature down in the comments!
00:00 - Why I Pre-Ordered the Sony FX5 Blind
00:35 - The "Baby Sony Venice" (Specs & Features)
01:49 - Does it Beat the Sony FX6?
02:11 - The Missing Internal ND Filter Explained
02:55 - 5K Open Gate & Why I'm Switching to RAW
05:10 - The BIG Anamorphic Desqueeze Flaw
06:51 - Dynamic Range & Dual Base ISO
08:00 - Sony FX5 vs Lumix S1 Mark II
13:22 - Is the FX5 Overkill for Most Creators?
14:55 - The Nuances of Image Quality (Pixel Peeping)
21:20 - Why This is the Perfect Documentary Camera
