File Sizes and Bitrate Comparisons
Understanding the file sizes and bitrates of different recording formats helps in planning storage and post-production workflows. Below are some details from the slides:
The Sony Burano is a cutting-edge digital cinema camera designed to meet the needs of professional filmmakers. This camera offers a host of features aimed at delivering stunning visual quality and flexibility in post-production. Here's an overview of what makes the Sony Burano stand out:
The Burano boasts a full-frame 8.6K image sensor, capable of capturing high-resolution footage in various formats. It supports full-frame and Super 35 shooting modes, offering filmmakers versatility in their creative choices.
The camera supports multiple recording formats, including the innovative X-OCN (eXtended Original Camera Negative) codec, which provides high-quality image capture with efficient data rates.
Designed for solo and small crew shooting, the Burano features a compact, lightweight body (weighing less than 3 kg) and built-in electronic variable ND filters. It also includes the world's first in-body optical image stabilization for PL lenses.
With phase detection autofocus and subject recognition powered by AI processing, the Burano ensures precise focus and excellent image quality, even in challenging shooting conditions.
The X-OCN format is a significant advancement in raw recording technology. Here are the key points about X-OCN:
X-OCN stands for eXtended Original Camera Negative. It is a 16-bit compressed raw codec that balances high image quality with manageable file sizes.
X-OCN is highly computer-friendly, producing small, compact files without sacrificing grading flexibility. This makes it ideal for post-production workflows that require high-quality images and efficient storage solutions.
X-OCN is an evolution of the Sony RAW codec previously used in the F65 and F55 cameras. It is the main codec used in Sony's Venice 1 and Venice 2 cameras, ensuring consistency and quality across the brand's professional lineup.
Understanding the file sizes and bitrates of different recording formats helps in planning storage and post-production workflows. Below are some details from the slides:
The Burano supports a range of recording formats and resolutions,
providing flexibility for different production needs:
The Sony Burano, with its advanced X-OCN format and versatile capabilities, is a powerful tool for filmmakers seeking high-quality, efficient, and flexible solutions for their productions. Whether shooting in high resolution or needing compact file sizes for post-production, the Burano delivers outstanding performance across the board.
You can also rent it together with the following accessories: