Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Walking the floor at Cinegear 2026, one announcement completely shifted the conversation for high-end filmmaking: Sony has officially unveiled the Rialto 65.
Bringing a true 65mm format sensor block to the Venice 2 ecosystem, this isn't just a firmware patch—it's a paradigm shift. We dive deep into what makes this massive sensor so special, exploring how it delivers the historical grandeur of 65mm film in a form factor small enough to mount inside an F1 cockpit or fly on lightweight gimbal systems.
In this video, we cover:
Massive Sensor Size: A 3:2 aspect ratio sensor measuring 53.75mm x 35.83mm, delivering a 64.66mm diagonal (2.2x the light-receiving area of full-frame!).
The Form Factor: How detaching the sensor block from the Venice 2 body opens up impossible camera movements.
Real-World Application: How this tech (and its predecessors) made the impossible shots in Top Gun: Maverick and the upcoming F1 movie a reality.
The Lens Challenge: Why finding glass to cover this massive sensor will be the next big hurdle for cinematographers.
If you're invested in large-format cinematography, technical product storytelling, or elite camera work, this is a must-watch breakdown.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments what lenses you would pair with the Rialto 65!
⏱️ Chapters
0:00 - The Announcement: Sony Rialto 65 at Cinegear
0:29 - Hands-On with Sony: Comparing Full-Frame to 65mm
1:36 - The History and Return of 65mm Cinema
2:05 - Rialto 65 Sensor Specs & Dimensions Breakdown
3:16 - Industry Reactions: Small Camera, Big Sensor
5:37 - How 65mm Changes Focal Length & Depth of Field
6:44 - The Form Factor Advantage over Traditional IMAX/65mm
8:56 - Real-World Proof: Top Gun Maverick's Cockpit Cameras
10:00 - Pushing the Limits on the New F1 Movie
12:22 - The Physics of Rigging: High-Speed Action & Pursuit Arms
15:09 - Pipeline, Data Rates, & Venice 2 Compatibility
15:50 - Release Date & The Ultimate Challenge: Finding Lenses
Walking the floor at Cinegear 2026, one announcement completely shifted the conversation for high-end filmmaking: Sony has officially unveiled the Rialto 65.
Bringing a true 65mm format sensor block to the Venice 2 ecosystem, this isn't just a firmware patch—it's a paradigm shift. We dive deep into what makes this massive sensor so special, exploring how it delivers the historical grandeur of 65mm film in a form factor small enough to mount inside an F1 cockpit or fly on lightweight gimbal systems.
In this video, we cover:
Massive Sensor Size: A 3:2 aspect ratio sensor measuring 53.75mm x 35.83mm, delivering a 64.66mm diagonal (2.2x the light-receiving area of full-frame!).
The Form Factor: How detaching the sensor block from the Venice 2 body opens up impossible camera movements.
Real-World Application: How this tech (and its predecessors) made the impossible shots in Top Gun: Maverick and the upcoming F1 movie a reality.
The Lens Challenge: Why finding glass to cover this massive sensor will be the next big hurdle for cinematographers.
If you're invested in large-format cinematography, technical product storytelling, or elite camera work, this is a must-watch breakdown.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments what lenses you would pair with the Rialto 65!
⏱️ Chapters
0:00 - The Announcement: Sony Rialto 65 at Cinegear
0:29 - Hands-On with Sony: Comparing Full-Frame to 65mm
1:36 - The History and Return of 65mm Cinema
2:05 - Rialto 65 Sensor Specs & Dimensions Breakdown
3:16 - Industry Reactions: Small Camera, Big Sensor
5:37 - How 65mm Changes Focal Length & Depth of Field
6:44 - The Form Factor Advantage over Traditional IMAX/65mm
8:56 - Real-World Proof: Top Gun Maverick's Cockpit Cameras
10:00 - Pushing the Limits on the New F1 Movie
12:22 - The Physics of Rigging: High-Speed Action & Pursuit Arms
15:09 - Pipeline, Data Rates, & Venice 2 Compatibility
15:50 - Release Date & The Ultimate Challenge: Finding Lenses
