Sony Burano

Versatile, lightweight, and compact full-frame 8K cinema camera with 16 stops of latitude, image stabilisation for PL and E-mount lenses. Easily configurable for solo and team production.

The camera is equipped with a full-frame 8.6K sensor, delivering stunning images with wide latitude and a rich colour gamut. This allows for beautiful bokeh and dynamic wide-angle shooting, providing a cinematic look that only a full-frame sensor can achieve. With a maximum resolution of 8632 x 4856 and oversampling capabilities, BURANO can also output phenomenal 4K content.

BURANO offers multiple image scan modes, including full-frame and Super35, as well as finely optimized down sampled and high-speed modes. This versatility allows for greater creative control and flexibility in shooting, whether its for cinema, broadcast, or other applications.

But what sets BURANO apart is its compact and lightweight design, making it perfect for solo and small team productions. Weighing 33% less than Sonys VENICE 2 camera and boasting a more power-efficient system, BURANO is the most technically advanced full-frame CineAlta camera yet. It also supports CFexpress media, further enhancing its capabilities.

With BURANO, shooting high-quality 8K footage is made easier than ever before. It is the worlds first PL mount compatible camera with a built-in stabilization system, combining electronic variable ND filter and in-body image stabilization (IBIS) technologies. This, coupled with Fast Hybrid and Subject Recognition AF with AI, makes it easier to capture the perfect shot, even in the most demanding scenarios.

BURANO is designed to adapt to any shooting style, offering a multi-purpose touchscreen LCD monitor, a flexible mounting system, and a versatile, robust handle. Whether its shoulder-mount, handheld, gimbal, or drone operation, BURANO can be easily configured to suit your needs. Its the camera you want to be, no matter the project or crew size.

Experience a new era in cinematography with BURANO, the ultimate full-frame 8K cinema camera from Sony. With its lightweight, compact, and versatile design, along with its advanced features and technology, BURANO is the perfect choice for any production, big or small.

General:

Camera type Digital motion picture camera

Lens mount PL Mount (detachable)/ E- mount (lever lock type)

Camera Section:

Type 35mm full frame (35.9 x 24.0 mm), Exmor RS CMOS image sensor

Number of pixels (effective)*1 Approx. 41.9 megapixels

Optical low pass filter Yes

Built-in ND filter CLEAR, linear variable ND (0.6(1/4) - 2.1(1/128))

Gain control -3 to 18 dB (every 1 dB)

Latitude 16 stops

Colour temperature range 2000 K - 15000 K

Recording system (movie):

Video compression X-OCN(LT), XAVC H Intra HQ, XAVC H Intra SQ, XAVC H Long, XAVC Intra, XAVC Long

Audio recording format LPCM 4ch(48kHz 24bit)

Movie function:

Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q) Yes

Proxy recording Yes

TC/UB Yes

Memory card slot:

Memory card slot SLOT A: Slot for CFexpress Type B card, SLOT B: Slot for CFexpress Type B card, Slot for Utility SD card

Focus System:

Type Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)

Focus point Max. 627 points (phase- detection AF)

Recognition target (Movies) Human

Other features AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity

AF Transition Speed

AF Assist

Exposure Control:

ISO sensitivity ISO 800/3200 (Cine EI mode, D55 Light source)

LCD screen:

Type 8.8 cm (3.5 type) TFT

Touch panel Yes

Number of dots (total) 2 764 800 dots

Shutter:

Shutter speed Angle Mode: 5.6°to 360°, 2F to 64F

Speed Mode: 1/8000 sec to 64F

Image Stabilization:

Type Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5- axis compensation (Compensation depends on lens specifications)

Mode PL mount : High / Low / Off

E-mount : Active / Standard / Off

Interface:

PC interface Mass-storage

USB Type-C Terminal Yes (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible)

Wireless LAN (built-in) Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band))*2*3

HDMI output HDMI connector (Type-A)

XLR audio input Yes (3-pin (female) x2)

Headphone terminal Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)

Remote terminal 2.5 mm, 3-pole sub-mini type

SDI output SDI OUT1: BNC, 12G-SDI, 6G- SDI, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD-SDI

SDI OUT2: BNC, 3G-SDI (Level A/B), HD- SDI

DC input XLR, 11 V to 17 V

TC input / TC outputBNC, TC IN / OUT Switchable

Genlock input / Ref output BNC, REF IN / OUT Switchable

Grip remote control connector 3.5 mm, 4- pole mini jack

LAN terminal Yes (1000BASE-T, 100BASE- TX, 10BASE-T)

Audio:

Microphone Built-in, monaural

Speaker Built-in, monaural

Lens Compensation:

Lens compensation E-mount: Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing

Power:

Battery Battery pack BP-GL95B (Sold separately)

Power consumption:

With LCD screen Unit nominal power consumption: Approx. 50.0 W (lens, 6K 17:9, 59.94P, X-OCN LT recording, auto fan, excluding grip remote

control and peripheral devices)

Unit maximum power consumption: Approx. 66.0 W (lens, 6K 17:9, 59.94P, X-OCN LT recording, 40 °C (104 °F) environment, ND filter (1/4), proxy recording on, Wi-Fi on, auto fan, including grip remote control and peripheral devices)

Weight:

Body only Approx. 2.4 kg (body only, excluding PL-mount adaptor)

Body only (oz.) Approx. 5 lb 4.7 oz (body only, excluding PL-mount adaptor)

Dimensions (W x H x D):

Dimensions (W x H x D) 145.7 mm x 142.5 mm x 218.1 mm (body without protrusions)

Dimensions (W x H x D) (in.) 5 3/4 x 5 5/8 x 8 5/8 inches (body without protrusions)

Operation:

Operating temperature 0 - 40 ℃ / 32 - 104 °F

Storage temperature -20 to 60 ℃ / -4 to 140 °F

Notes *1Number of effective pixels varies depending on attached lenses and camera settings.

*2Models sold in some countries/regions support IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) wireless LAN only.

*3(Configuration method/Access method) WPS or manually /infrastructure mode. When connecting to smartphones, the camera can always work as a base without a wireless access point. (Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-SAE)

Burano Menu Simulator - Explore the menu with this interactive learning tool.

Operating Instructions - Get up to speed with the BURANO instruction manual.

Recording Formats Chart - Formats and frame rates available on BURANO

Recording Times Chart - Recording times for various frame sizes, frame rates, and codecs