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  • Page 1 Handbook NEX-FS700R...
  • Page 2 Advanced slow-motion and 4K/2K RAW recording RAW recording unit HXR-IFR5 AXS-R5 BP-FL75 The NEX-FS700R is a dedicated video camera featuring a powerful 4K Exmor Super35 CMOS sensor in addition to: Less moiré patterning and false coloration, more sensitivity in low-light settings The dedicated video sensor eliminates line skipping during read processing and provides increased sensitivity that helps to minimize noise such as moiré...
  • Page 3 Chapter AUTOMATED FUNCTIONS Chapter SENSOR AND LENS Chapter Performance features Chapter FILE-BASED Chapter PICTURE PROFILE Chapter RAW recording...

  • Page 4: Automated Functions

    AUTOMATED FUNCTIONS About automated functions For documentaries and events requiring maximum mobility, automated functions such as Auto Focus and Auto Exposure reduce the workload so that you can concentrate on tracking the subject. The 11 x powered zoom lens and E-Mount lens supplied with the NEX-FS700R are compatible with Auto Focus and Auto Exposure. A-Mount lenses also support the following automated functions when used in conjunction with the LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 mount adaptor.
  • Page 5 AE SHIFT for automatically shooting video a little brighter or darker ASSIGN The AE SHIFT function enables you to shoot at an exposure level that is a little higher or lower than the AE function normally selects. Usage examples ■ When the subject is darker than the background, such as when ■...
  • Page 6 AUTOMATED FUNCTIONS White Balance (WB) To shoot images in correct colors, you need to adjust your camera so that it can capture a white object as white under lighting conditions with different color temperatures. At the same time, white balance is sometimes used to shoot something that is not white as white for dramatic effects.
  • Page 7 WB OUTDOOR LEVEL (white balance outdoor level) for controlling an image’s color tone with white balance This function lets you change the color temperature (default value at roughly 5,800K) for the OUTDOOR white-balance preset. Usage examples ■ When you do not have a white subject for setting white balance. ■...

  • Page 8: Audio Settings

    AUTOMATED FUNCTIONS Audio settings The NEX-FS700R has two audio input channels and accepts three input sources: built-in stereo microphone, unidirectional mono microphone (supplied) and external line in. There is a +48 V phantom power supply. Using the supplied ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone (mono only) The directional shotgun microphone is used to minimize background noise for distant subjects.
  • Page 9 Wireless and other external microphones Wireless microphones are often used by reporters who are constantly on the move. The microphone is connected to a transmitter worn by the reporter. The receiver is attached to the camera, providing an audio output feed that is connected to the camera input.
  • Page 10 SENSOR AND LENS 11.6 million pixel 4K Exmor HD CMOS sensor The NEX-FS700R features a large image sensor that produces powerful “bokeh” effects and brings subjects to life while providing excellent sensitivity for clear images with minimal noise in low-light settings in both standard and Full HD 10 x super slow motion modes.
  • Page 11 Controlling the brightness Brightness (or exposure) is closely linked to depth of field. Brightness is governed by three factors: aperture (or iris), shutter speed and gain. In a well-lit setting, an ND filter can be used to control the light level and enhance the “bokeh” effect. Gain/ISO Gain/ISO electronically amplifies the image signal level to boost the image brightness for optimum excellent results in...
  • Page 12 SENSOR AND LENS Controlling the brightness Iris In manual control mode, the iris ring is used to adjust brightness by opening and closing the lens mechanically. How to set/operate 1. Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to [ MANUAL ] . 2. Press the IRIS button to display the iris setting. 3.
  • Page 13 Internal ND filter The NEX-FS700R features a new internal ND filter unit designed to suit the shorter flange back on the E mount lens. No longer is it necessary to carry several different ND filters to suit different lens filter diameters. ND filters are used to limit the light volume in bright environments without closing the aperture.

  • Page 14: Brightness Adjustment

    SENSOR AND LENS Brightness adjustment Zebra display — for checking subject brightness Zebra stripes are superimposed on areas of the image that correspond to the designated brightness level, to provide a guide for brightness adjustment. To check for whiteout, set the Zebra display to 100+ then adjust the brightness to minimize the stripes visible on the screen. For face close-ups, where a brightness level of 62% –...

  • Page 15: Focus Assist

    Focus Assist PUSH AUTO — for temporary Auto Focus (AF) When filming in manual focus mode, press and hold the PUSH AUTO button to temporarily engage Auto Focus. Release the button to revert to manual focus. Switching temporarily to Auto Focus is a good way to ensure smooth focus transition when shifting from one subject to another.
  • Page 16 AUTOMATED FUNCTIONS SENSOR AND LENS Focus Assist Peaking — to identify focus peaks The peaking display is used to check which areas of the image are in focus. Areas in focus are denoted by accentuated outlines. How to set/operate [ DISPLAY SET ] [ PEAKING ] [ ON ] 1.
  • Page 17 Spot Focus — focus from the touch screen Spot Focus lets you focus on an object simply by tapping it on the touch screen. (Requires an E-Mount lens.) To minimize camera movement, a tripod is recommended when using Spot Focus. How to set/operate [ CAMERA SET ] [ SPOT FOCUS ]...
  • Page 18 SENSOR AND LENS Other assist functions SteadyShot SteadyShot is only available when a SteadyShot compatible lens is fitted. How to set/operate [ CAMERA SET ] [ STEADYSHOT ] 1. MENU 2. Choose from [ STANDARD and ACTIVE modes ] . Press the SEL/PUSH EXEC dial to confirm.
  • Page 19 How to set/operate ■ Register buttons [ OTHERS ] [ ASSIGN BUTTON ] [ FOCUS 1. MENU TRANSITION ] 2. When [ Focus Transition ] is [ on ] , buttons 4, 5 and 6 are allocated to the [ Focus Transition ] function. Press button 4 to cycle through the four modes: STORE, CHECK, EXEC and OFF.
  • Page 20 SENSOR AND LENS E-Mount system — bringing out the best in every lens E-Mount lenses are compatible with automated functions such as Auto Focus, SteadyShot and Auto Exposure that are particularly useful for zooming in on a subject using shallow depth of field in low-light conditions. Common E-Mount lenses Common E-Mount lenses Zoom...
  • Page 21 The focus and iris rings have good iner tia feel, and are As with the Sony E-mount lens, the dial on the camera body is physically located in the same position on every model, which used for iris adjustment.
  • Page 22 Non-Sony lenses Non-Sony mount adaptors Shorter flange back distance to accommodate wider interchangeable lenses The distance from the lens mount plane to the image sensor, called the flange back distance, is different for every lens mount. If the flange back distance...

  • Page 24: Performance Features

    SHOOTING STYLES Performance features Super slow motion mode The super slow motion system on the NEX-FS700R represents a technological evolution from conventional slow and quick motion functions, allowing slow-motion recording at up to 10 x normal speed (i.e., maximum 240fps) in Full HD resolution. Slower speeds (up to 40 x slow motion or 960fps) can be achieved at slightly reduced image quality.
  • Page 25 How to set/operate ■ Recording format [ CAMERA SET ] [ SLOW & QUICK ] [ SUPER 1.MENU SLOW MOTION ] 2. Scroll down to [ REC FORMAT ] and choose a recording format from the list. ■ Frame rate 3.
  • Page 26 Performance features Slow & quick motion mode Slow motion and quick motion involves shooting at different frame rates to the standard playback frame rate. There are no restrictions on recording time, which is limited only by the maximum capacity of the storage media (equivalent to approximately 13 hours continuous recording).

  • Page 27: Recording Format

    How to set/operate ■ Recording format [ CAMERA SET ] [ SLOW&QUICK ] [ S&Q 1. MENU MOTION ] 2. Scroll down to [ REC FORMAT ] and choose a recording format from the list. ■ Frame rate [ CAMERA SET ] [ SLOW&QUICK ] [ S&Q 3.
  • Page 28 Performance features Modular design to support different shooting configurations The NEX-FS700R has a detachable handle, grip and viewfinder as well as 1/4" and 3/8" screw holes for accessories such as mudbox and follow focus. The rigid handle and grip provide excellent stability for the large sensor during handheld use. A range of accessories is available for the NEX-FS700R, providing maximum flexibility in a range of different settings.

  • Page 29: Time Code

    Time code Editing information such as time code and user bit is recorded as time data. There are two time code modes: [ Rec Run ] and [ Free Run ] . REC RUN Rec Run is the standard mode, where the time code advances only when recording. The time code also continues during splices, thereby providing a handy guide to remaining recording time.

  • Page 30: Recording Formats

    FILE BASED Flexible file base workflow Advances in SD and HD technology saw the release of the The first NXCAM in AVCHD format, released in 2010, brought new [ HDV format ] in 2003, using cassette tape in DV significant improvements in ambience and picture quality. The specifications for HD video and audio recording.
  • Page 31 ATOMOS NINJA2 On an external recorder such as the , go to Time Code settings and select [ Sony ] as the camera trigger to synchronize Rec/Stop on the NEX-FS700R and the recorder. ATOMOS SAMURAI For other recorders, contact the manufacturer directly.

  • Page 32: Picture Profile

    PICTURE PROFILE PICTURE PROFILE PICTURE PROFILE What is PICTURE PROFILE? PICTURE PROFILE is a menu for adjusting and changing parameters that determine image characteristics. There are many parameters that can be adjusted and changed, but they can be grouped into four types — parameters for selecting basic color tone, parameters for adjusting gradation (darkness-brightness tone), parameters for adjusting coloring, and parameters for correcting white balance.
  • Page 33 Color tones for video gamma curve STIL Color tones for still gamma curve Color tones for [ CINE1 ] gamma curve CINEMA Color tones similar to standard Sony broadcast camera picture quality (used in combination with ITU-709 gamma curve) ITU709 MTX ITU-709 color tones Level Used to select the intensity of the selected color mode from 1 (minimum intensity, similar to STANDARD setting) through 8 (maximum intensity).

  • Page 34: Black Gamma

    PICTURE PROFILE BLACK GAMMA The BLACK GAMMA setting lets you alter the shape of the gamma curve and adjust gradations in dark areas in the image. ■ ■ RANGE : LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH LEVEL : -7 to +7 This controls the luminance range that BLACK GAMMA Increasing LEVEL set value brightens the image, whereas influences.

  • Page 35: Manual Set

    KNEE Video signal This changes the tone expression in high brightness areas. White clip point output (%) MODE ■ AUTO: Automatically adjusts the KNEE settings based on what is selected in the following AUTO SET function. Knee slope (–) ■ MANUAL: Follows the KNEE settings selected in the following MANUAL SET function.

  • Page 36: Color Level

    PICTURE PROFILE Settings for adjusting coloring ■ COLOR LEVEL COLOR LEVEL deals with saturation in the color space and makes washed out colors appear more vivid. Settings can be adjusted –7 (Grow pale in color) to +7 (Grow rich in color) –8: Shoot in black &...
  • Page 37 DETAIL As described in “Information essential for making the most of PICTURE PROFILE,” DETAIL is a function that emphasizes image edges. By altering the following manual settings, image processing can be varied to create different impressions from the same subject. Because settings other than LEVEL are quite complex, we recommend you start by adjusting only the LEVEL setting first.
  • Page 38 PICTURE PROFILE MANUAL SET ON/OFF ■ O N : The DETAIL level can be adjusted by using the following settings. ■ OFF: The DETAIL level will be adjusted automatically depending on camera settings. V/H BALANCE ■ Changes the balance between Vertical (V) DETAIL and Horizontal (H) DETAIL. ■...

  • Page 39: Filter Type

    Settings for correcting white balance ■ WB SHIFT Fine-tunes white balance or creates an effect that is similar to using a color filter. Two types of adjustment methods — LB-CC and [ R-B ] — are available. We recommend you start with the [ LB-CC ] adjustment method. A higher set vale leads to warmer colors, while a lower setting creates colder colors.
  • Page 40 PICTURE PROFILE FILTER TYPE ■ Alters the R (Red) or B (Blue) level in the video signal. –9 (Lowest level) to +9 (Highest level) FILTER TYPE R-B (±0) FILTER TYPE R-B (R=+9) FILTER TYPE R-B (B=+9) PICTURE PROFILE Settings...
  • Page 41 BLACK LEVEL -15 ~ +15 GAMMA STANDARD/STILL/CINEMATONE1/CINEMATONE2/ITU709 BLACK GAMMA RANGE LOW / MIDDLE / HIGH LEVEL -7 ~ +7 KNEE MODE AUTO / MANUAL AUTO SET MAX POINT 90% ~ 100% SENSITIVITY HIGH / MIDDLE / LOW MANUAL SET POINT 75% ~ 105% SLOPE -5 ~ +5...
  • Page 42 PICTURE PROFILE Information essential for making the most of PICTURE PROFILE Difference from image processing using nonlinear video editing software PICTURE PROFILE adjusts colors and the vividness of the image it possible to carry out highly precise image adjustments while upon recording.
  • Page 43 2.2. and sends the electrical signal to the display monitor, which Sony’s LCD and OLED display monitors enable users to choose converts that signal back to a brightness signal and reproduces a gamma curve that simulates that of conventional CRT the subject as an image.
  • Page 44 PICTURE PROFILE What is knee correction? Cameras are not good at clearly capturing a scene that a certain level. In the chart below, the line bends like a knee contains extremely different luminance levels, such as one at a point in the high-luminance range. This is called the knee object under bright sunlight and another in the shade.

  • Page 45: Color Space

    Color Space The NEX-FS700R’s PICTURE PROFILE uses the concept of a color space based on three elements — Hue, Saturation and Luminance. This color space can be represented as a shape that resembles two cones joined at their bases. When you slice the color space at a certain luminance level, a circular cross section appears.
  • Page 46 PICTURE PROFILE S-Log S-Log2 gamma curve The S-Log2 gamma curve has been added to the NEX-FS700R as the PP7 picture profile. The S-Log2 gamma curve is optimized to the sensitivity characteristics of the Exmor Super 35 CMOS sensor. In order to bring out the highlights as much as possible, the sensor output has been extended to 1300% dynamic range.
  • Page 47 Camera settings ISO 2000 24p 1/48 F8+ND1/4 Grading settings Exposure Shadow - 1% - 28% Highlight - 4% + 1% Color Highlight - 2% Saturation Grobal + 58% + 53% Highlight + 47% The FS700R mimics the ITU709 gamma curve through to halftones while using the ITU709 (800%) gamma curve with 800% extended dynamic range for bright regions.
  • Page 48 PICTURE PROFILE RAW recording mode RAW recording on the FS700R The FS700R supports RAW data recording when connected to a RAW recording device. The RAW data is the sensor output signal at either 4K or 2K resolution. RAW video recording, like RAW still data, is based on image data obtained from the sensor. The volume of data is much larger because it contains much more image information, such as color gradation.

  • Page 49: System Configuration

    System configuration The optional external RAW recorder system connects to the NEX-FS700R via a single 3G-SDI cable. It can be attached directly to the rig or carried separately as required. The power source is the BP-FL75 lithium ion battery pack or XLR4 pin wired DC12V. ■...

  • Page 50: Recommended Camera Settings

    RAW recording mode ■ Monitor Precise focus is particularly important at 4K resolution. Where possible an external monitor should be used to check focus. In 4K mode, video preview is at HD resolution. Focus precision can be checked on the built-in camera screen using focus assist features such as [ Expanded Focus ] and [ Peaking Display ] .
  • Page 51 Simultaneous AVCHD recording The NEX-FS700R can record in-camera in AVCHD format while supplying RAW data to an external recorder. The following restrictions apply. • Simultaneous recording is not supported in super slow motion mode. • The camera can record to either the MS/SD card or the HXR-FMU128 but not both. •...

  • Page 52: Post Processing

    The [ PLAD-RW1 ] plugin allows Sony RAW MXF files to be recognized as native format without the need for transcoding. When setting up a new project, the [ Sony RAW ] folder appears in the presets list. Select the appropriate frame rate from the folder.
  • Page 53 ■ Source settings/gamma adjustment In Adobe Premiere, the project window is displayed once the Sony RAW MXF file has finished importing. Right-click the source thumbnail and choose [ Source Settings ] from the list, then select the appropriate setting under [ Tone Settings ] .
  • Page 54 RAW recording mode Post processing RAW Viewer for color adjustment and output conversion The RWV-10 RAW Viewer application performs four key functions on Sony RAW MXF files: viewing, trimming, grading and output conversion. ■ Installing the [ RWV-10 ] RAW Viewer The RAW Viewer is available for download from : http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/rawviewer...
  • Page 55 ■ Output formats •DPX16/10-bit (consecutive numbered still image files) •Open EXR •Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, 422 LT, 422, 422 HQ and 4444 (Mac OS X only) •SStP 880, 440 and 220 Mbps (HD only) Color grading on DaVinci Resolve 10 DaVinci Resolve 10 from Blackmagic Design provides a suite of powerful color correction features to enable color grading that harnesses the full potential of all the image information present in RAW video data.
  • Page 56 Exmor, SteadyShot, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation. XtraFine and Picture Profile are trademarks of Sony Corporation. AVCHD and AVCHD logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. 2013.11 SD, SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

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