New world of expression with remote shooting

With its integrated remotely controllable pan/tilt mechanism the FR7 can be mounted on a tripod, on a ceiling, or in other locations that otherwise provide limited access. The FR7 is also compatible with Sony’s RM-IP500 remote controller (sold separately) for multi-camera production, further expanding creative potential while reducing the need for dedicated staff in production studios and other shooting situations. A single RM-IP500 unit can remotely control up to 100 ILME-FR7 cameras (10 groups of 10 cameras).

Smooth pan-tilt-zoom operation

In addition to remote camera operation, the FR7 incorporates smooth pan/tilt/zoom functionality that can be remotely controlled. Pan and tilt speed can be continuously varied from 0.02 degrees per second to 60 degrees per second, supporting a wide range of camera movements. The pan angle range is from -170°to +170°, and the tilt angle range is from -30°to +195° when used in normal upright orientation, or from -210°to +15° when suspended from a ceiling mount. Zoom speed is also variable.

Fast Hybrid Autofocus and tenacious tracking

Fast Hybrid AF locks onto the subject quickly and tracks tenaciously, even in low light. With 627 selectable phase- detection AF points that cover almost the entire image area, the camera’s powerful processing engine can process the huge volume of subject data acquired over a wide area in real time for precise, high-density focus analysis. Fast Hybrid AF and pan/tilt/zoom functionality combine to focus on even fast-moving subjects precisely and smoothly over a wide area, even when a shallow depth of field is used.

New web application for total control

With a new dedicated web application built-in, pan, tilt, zoom, focus, record, playback, and all camera settings, can be controlled from a tablet or computer web browser. This provides easy, versatile remote control for situations where the camera is mounted on a ceiling or other hard-to-access location.

The web application uses the same menu format as the ILME-FX6 and other Cinema Line cameras for intuitive operation. In multi-camera setups, each ILME-FR7 cameras can be controlled from a separate web browser tab. Multiple FR7 cameras can therefore be accessed and controlled by simply switching browser tabs as necessary.

The ILME-FR7 can be quickly connected to a tablet or computer by scanning the QR code printed on the camera, or by entering the corresponding URL. Additionally the FR7 can be used with Sony’s high- performance RM-IP500 remote controller for PTZ cameras, providing precise joystick-controlled pan, tilt, and zoom operation.

Electronic Variable ND Filter

Sony’s built-in electronically controlled ND filter allows seamless ND adjustments from 1/4 to 1/128 so that exposure can be varied while keeping the aperture constant for consistent depth of field. An Auto ND function keeps exposure constant by automatically adjusting the ND filter to match changing light. Range of motion Ceiling Mounted

Upgrades & Secondary Features

• Dual base ISO of 800 and 12800
• Native ISO of 80-102400. Expanded ISO of 409600 in Custom Mode.
• 627 Phase-detect AF points
• Fast Hybrid Autofocus with Real-Time Eye Autofocus tracking
• DCI-4K video recording up to 60FPS
• 4K (QFHD) video recording up to 120FPS
• Full HD video recording up to 240FPS
• 15+ stops dynamic range in S-Log3
• S-Cinetone colour profile
• Ceiling mount compatible with optional Ceiling Bracket
• 4K 60p 10-bit output supported via HDMI and SDI
• LAN PoE++ Connector
• Dimensions (WxHxD)mm: 227 x 289 x 233
• Weight (body only): 4.6Kg