Sony FX9 First Impressions for Creative Filmmaking

[@whoismatt]

Imma need you to dual wield 2 FX9's 😎

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Would be the most challenging video of my career 😂

[@organismx]

Hey Austin , can you please be kind enough to share some ungraded S-Log 3 files so that we can play with ?

[@noxfilms]

Lmao 🤣 Do it! ;)

[@FlinkFilms]

So far my favorite hands-on review of the fx9

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Thanks so much! Hope to have more content up this weekend!!

[@kristinblack8511]

My eyes really were crossed like that 😳 !!!!

[@MrCreatorCC]

Kristin Black I will love to hold the camera thank you guys for sharing.

[@puertografias]

Thanks a lot. Ive been checking this camera every week for months. And I love it.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Dude before I got it it was a daily ritual to see if anyone posted any footage haha

[@DavidWesson]

Nice one Austin ! for someone thinking of making the jump from an A73 this is a great review to explain what the cool features are in an easy to understand way without too much technical jargon. :)

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I'm glad my perspective can help! I'm just figuring it all out myself haha

[@DakotaJ666]

Dude! I just sold my FS5ii and the FX9 definitely looks like a beast! Congrats on the new cam!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Swoon Creative Collective thanks man! It’s exactly what I was looking for

[@vicious12394]

I'm thinking about doing the same, but I'm torn between fx9 and c500 m2. How much did you get for your fs5ii?

[@organismx]

“Refreshing youtube every single day trying to see if anybody posted any cool footage of the camera.... 😂” yesss ☝🏽Same here . And you gave us our fix for the day , thank you. Personally , I liked what what you were able to get out of it 👍🏽. Quick tip to reduce unwanted camera shakes when shooting handheld, the thing to practice is: once you bring the back of the camera in contact with your body for that 3rd point of contact, try embracing the natural up and down movement that happens as you breath in and out. Start by slowing down your breathing, with practice you will fine tune that synchronization between the type of shot you that fits the scene and your breath... but obviously this style does not fit all projects... I look forward to the day I can justify owning a steady cam, I am in love with that style of camera movement.

[@organismx]

Long breaths in and out ...

[@MrCreatorCC]

Austin Black this camera 🎥 is awesome thank you for the information And for sharing...

[@notalpharay240]

The color is awesome 👏

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Agreeeeeeed

[@BigDSProductions]

If you decide to just use it handheld, you'll want to invest in a comfortable rig so you can get it setup for use on your shoulder. Haven't used any yet, but the Zacuto unit looks pretty good. I used ENG cameras that way for years, and having the camera balanced well on your shoulder makes a huge difference. I could shoot all day without getting tired as long as the rig was comfortable and well balanced.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Looking at different options. I just want to keep it as light as I can

[@BigDSProductions]

If you like the face AF, the eye AF update should come this summer.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Also DCI 4k!! So pumped

[@ejpmusicandvideo]

Man you did a great job! Love this video

[@soundvisionmix]

I want this camera so bad! Love the FS7II, but this one is such an improvement from everything I’ve seen.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Andy Baeza agreed! It seems like a huge step up from the FS7

[@soundvisionmix]

Can’t wait to get my hands on one.

[@WalterTheBalter]

Andy Baeza I’m thinking of getting a fs7II .. might jump to this though if I can!

[@soundvisionmix]

Walter The Balter the FS7II is still a great camera. If you can swing the budget, the fx9 will be amazing for sure. I can justify it yet, but I’m hoping to soon enough.

[@AdamKuzniar]

With the fs7 when you wanted to put it down or get a low angle shot you could always flip the grip upwards which is super easy to do with that push to release shape arm thingy.

[@nestorpool]

Austin, thanks for this wonderfull video, it reallys help me a lot! thanks mate!

[@nealhope8922]

(Handgrip) get a shape hand grip. It’s really great.

[@MuwexTech]

Sony really needs that gyro data so you are able in-camera write focal lengths, for vintage lenses and such that won't tell it to the camera automatically!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Muwex Tech totally agreed. Would also love to see clear image zoom from the alpha series

[@MuwexTech]

@@AustinBlackvideo Indeed!

[@caratfilms6855]

The video I have been waiting for !

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Carat Films hope it didn’t disappoint!

[@caratfilms6855]

@@AustinBlackvideo Surely not, that's a fantastic review. Love it!

[@VideoCameron]

Looks so good! A big step up for Sony!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Agreed! This camera check so many boxes and it's flying under the radar a bit.

[@sergiofilmmaker94]

awesome channel! really like the footage from the fx9

[@TheBrotographer]

Man I'm seriously considering this camera too. Sony is never going to release the A7SIII. Have you done any shoots yet with this and the A7III?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Hoping for the a7siii at NAB this year but we will see. I have done any scientific side by side comparisons, but in regular use of both, the FX9 does tremendously better with colors and DR. Along with all of the perks that come with being a professional video camera, it’s a huge step up 👍🏻

[@dna8269]

Pretty massive price difference between the a7siii and fx9 lol. I feel like if you were ever going to consider actually buying the fx9, the a7siii definitely isn't marketed toward you anyway and this would be better to buy now

[@AustinBlackvideo]

dn a agreed. I also don’t think the doom and gloom crowd understand how much potential the FX9 has to be improved via firmware. We could very well get XAVC 480 and 4K 120 in the FX9 at some point in the future. A7siii is a safe bet to have nice 4K 60 w/10 bit and great colors. Potentially even the same sensor. I really don’t see that cannibalizing the FX9 at all. Look at how popular the FS7 was even with strong alpha camera offerings at the time.

[@greggoodenough5607]

@@AustinBlackvideo I'm actually seeing the a7s iii having a stronger cannabalization issue with the a9 ii to be completely honest. They will both be 20/24 mp. The fx9 has the a9 ii focus system but adapted to video, or atleast it's best video adaptation. It won't shoot the same 20 fps, but will shoot log, which the a9 doesn't.

[@WalterTheBalter]

Austin Black really Hopi hg for that 480 to be able to send clips to my phone :) be awesome if they catalyst software had a mobile version for WiFi sends not sure if it does tho

[@simitometi6219]

Shoutout to the DFW!

[@atlithoreinarsson]

Hey Austin, love the video! One thing that caught my eye. I think the 1080p 120fps footage got mixed up. The first clip 5:42 (marked as FX9) looks way more like the A7III. You might want to check that out. But a great video nonetheless and excited to see more tests and comparisons with the cameras. Keep up the good work!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

It's not mixed up. I was underwhelmed with the 120p but I may have made a mistake setting it up... I will have to test more. I agree the a7iii looks better from this one example

[@atlithoreinarsson]

Austin Black Wow, I was so sure of a mix up, I'm glad I checked. This might be a dealbreaker for many people. Thanks for the reply!

[@robchado]

Great footage! Congrats on the new cam! :)

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Robert Machado thanks dude!!

[@EyeWanderPhotoIncBatonRouge]

Impressive footage and love how transparent you are with the flaws and assets of the camera. Thank you. How did you get the camera before everyone else? What's the secret?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Eye Wander Photo I honestly just preordered with BH October 10th. Must have just been lucky! Thanks!

[@EyeWanderPhotoIncBatonRouge]

Austin, can you help me get one sooner than waiting for pre-orders to ship?

[@EyeWanderPhotoIncBatonRouge]

@@AustinBlackvideo NICE

[@tuttmamman3490]

Wow that camera is insane! Perfect paired with sigma art.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Definitely my though purchasing the camera. It's a killer combo. Hearing rumors today about a sigma 70-200 that I'm excited to get my hands on.

[@tuttmamman3490]

@@AustinBlackvideo Realy!? It's probably going to be a big lens.. Excited!

[@Danumals]

Great review with tons of examples. Thank you!!!

[@Jazzmarcel]

Lovely low light footage! Hey, I'm looking for two cameras to film my jazz gigs. What would you suggest that would give me the closest without going to the budget breaking price of the fx9? .........any suggestions would be super cool!

[@notis777]

Super Helpful Review!! Thank you!! New Subscriber now because of this video!!!!!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Thanks for watching!!

[@anthonymiles2302]

Nice review. I think the camera does a very nice job creating excellent images.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I've been most impressed with the Dynamic range and colors

[@streetlegends]

even with youtube compression I can sense the dynamic range, I really love the highlight rolloff

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Those outdoor clips showcase it really nicely!

[@Siimkristjanpariis]

@@AustinBlackvideo Yea especially the comparing shots with a7iii from basically same lighting conditions but opposite directions you can see how bad a7iii actually is (or how good fx9 is)

[@gudjonnet]

thanks man. nice vid.

[@WalterTheBalter]

Really wish this came in black

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I like the Venice grey a lot personally

[@romelbarlatier9294]

Can you make a video on how you expose slog 3 on the fx9

[@mwittkuhn]

Hi Austin. Thanks for your footage and thoughts about the FX9. Nice pictures mate! Just like you after preordering the camera I check there web for news and footage every day. One question about your s-cinetone footage. As I read you graded it a little. I like the little grade you did! What did you do exactly. Gamma changes? Wich colour changes? Thanks again, appreciate an answer, Matthias

[@AustinBlackvideo]

mwittkuhn I have the lens distortions finishing luts that I just put on at about 30% to give it a little more of a stylized look. That along with some exposure tweaks

[@mwittkuhn]

Thanks !

[@MUTABAZISTUDIOS]

dope footage, clean af

[@AustinBlackvideo]

MUTABAZI STUDIOS dynamic range is insannnneee

[@MUTABAZISTUDIOS]

Austin Black can't wait to see a comparison video in dynamic range between a7iii and FX9 only

[@loudandclearmedia]

Just pulled the trigger on an FX9 for shooting interiors...waiting for it to ship. How many updates have Sony pushed out thus far? Does anyone have a read on when full frame 4K60 is coming? Oh, and great review! The compact gimbal compatibility is one of the things I was looking for, and almost bought a C500 Mkii because it's more compact. Alas, the pile of Emount lenses I already own skewed me towards Sony. Looks like a Movi rig is in my future.

[@JamesDBuzzard]

I have been looking at the FS line of cameras to use in conjunction with the a7iii and a6400. Have you checked out the FS5MII? Or any other Sony Cinema cameras? Sony cinema cameras have to be some of the most underrated cameras in the market.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

James D. Buzzard I really like what Sony has going on. The raw capability of the fs5 interests me

[@JamesDBuzzard]

@@AustinBlackvideo same here and have you seen the current price on the FS5! It's crazy good for the specs. 🤯 Appreciate the review on the FX9 👊🏽

[@shaneharrison1335]

dang .. so i have an fs5 and it has a lot of these features. besides obviously the full frame... it just doesn't seem like everyone would need this.. The cool thing i think is all the abilities of the focus (spot , zone ,) that's in my opinion the best thing about this camera that sets it apart. it's a weird balance of in between a Mirrorless and and say a Red or something...

[@AustinBlackvideo]

That's what gets me. Yes the price might be gratuitous for some. It doesn't have the eye popping codecs or resolution, but for me, it's the best mix of everything I need in a camera: Dynamic range, ND, FF, AF, Color, Low Light, ETC.

[@Rolypopoly]

Great video! It would be VERY useful to see how it can be made to match the A7III for two-camera shoots (which settings/profiles/LUTS, etc.) Thanks!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I'm thinking of doing a comprehensive comparison between the two cameras, and I will include that.

[@rondonski101]

the Cinetone looks really good.

[@holsteincowboy]

Can you assign one of the buttons to S35 mode so you can switch quickly between FF and crop mode like i can i on the A73

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Nope. One of my biggest gripes with the camera TBH. Takes some time to switch scan modes and frame rates

[@chadrobertson1920]

Awesome review, I’m currently using FS5M2 and A7R3 so interested in the FX9 myself. Also fellow Ft Worth resident!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Nice! Would be cool to compare the cameras sometime

[@chadrobertson1920]

Austin Black yeah for sure.

[@schoeferfilm]

Really cool the FS9 but I stay at my Z90 😜👍🏻

[@Joey.Alford]

We’re the vlog clips of you all shot with the 7iii? If so which lens(es) we’re you rocking? Those clips looked dope

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Joey Alford yes! Mostly the tamron 17-28!

[@Joey.Alford]

Austin Black it looks great man! Looking forward to the next video 👍🏼

[@Vijaykumawatbiketour]

I love this video and your review about fx9 but what camera you using for this youtube video because I love the picture profile at 2:23 I want to know the setting of the camera and the LUT file you used for this, and the last question Sony FX9 is more good for video more than sony alpha a73,4

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I have a previous video all about how I set up my a7iii! Yes the FX9 is better for video, but it depends on your specific use case whether it would be worth it for you to upgrade.

[@WalterTheBalter]

What card were you recording to? I’m thinking about getting one this week

[@AustinBlackvideo]

240gb XQD amzn.to/2S4xyy2

[@MegaSina777]

You are a lovely couple... and your videos are useful

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Thanks so much!

[@jonathanehair88]

The footage looks great even with KZbin compression. I guess Sony did right by downsampling the 6k to 4k. The colors is money, Did you grade the s-cinetone clips? The images look great. I Can't wait.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

There’s a touch of grading on all the clips, but yes, colors, DR, highlight roll off, and IQ are all very impressive

[@jonathanehair88]

@@AustinBlackvideo nice. I'm sure Atomos will turn it into a workhorse. Thanks For sharing.

[@vicious12394]

My issue with sony is that they keep crippling their cameras. FS5m2 felt like i was robbed and now fx9 with a 6k sensor that will never shoot 6k is ridiculous to me. Even the panasonic s1 pulls off downsampled 4k while still allowing you to shoot 6k. Then theres the external raw that bugs the hell out of me. The only thing that keeps me torn between fx9 and c500mk2 is price and variable ND.

[@doug_EX]

Great video!

[@DavidWesson]

How does the catalyst browse software work?

[@lensboxx]

how about the inner Gyro，can really get some advantage in post stabilization？

[@arnopoppelaars]

Hey Austin, how are you liking you fx9 coming from the a7 series?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I'm liking it a lot! The transition isn't quite as difficult as I thought. Hardest thing is still the size and camera movement.

[@organismx]

Hey Austin , can you please be kind enough to share some ungraded S-Log 3 files so that we can play with ?

[@brechtvanhoenacker3224]

Hi Austin, great review. Small question, do your Sigma lenses make a lot of noise while autofussing? Can you shoot with sound while using AF? Would be great to know. Thanks!

[@CRISSBLAZINY]

Hey! Af works in 120fps? 120 fps has a crop? Thanks!!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I don't believe AF works. I'll have to check on the crop. I believe it works in FF

[@CRISSBLAZINY]

Austin Black thanks! Plss find out!

[@GoodcoStudios]

Are you shooting slog3 on your a7iii as well to match?

[@adamkozma6962]

A7 III vs FX9 comparison pls side by side. Thx.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Kozma Adam that would be good. It seems that there’s definitely interest

[@afaccon]

Does it allow touch screen focus?

[@mihailkuprygin2782]

Thanks!

[@olaraay]

if you shoot 1080p with ff 6k sensor on the fx9 will the footage still look good? my clients dont want 4k video as they cant handle the size and want me to shoot 1080p but i still have the ability to shoot full frame with the 6k sensor. Is that a bad idea ?

[@TexpatOTG]

Do you do commercial work too?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Not enough currently, but looking to do more this year

[@WalterTheBalter]

No prob locking the Helios adapter or canon adapter into the mount?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

It worked well enough!

[@punkrachmaninoff]

🍿

[@DavidWesson]

Ok quick question ! Could you feasibly use this camera without the handgrip and mount a monitor on the top to shoot handheld? I'm thinking of making the transition from DSLR but want the versatility of a run and gun set up without at the added hassle of shooting on the shoulder and being reliant on a small viewfinder. be interested in your thoughts

[@AustinBlackvideo]

That’s sort of where I’m at as well. I think no handgrip wouldn’t work. I really wish there was the option to mount the handle right to the body like I said. You could also look into different 3rd party handle options, but the bummer with that is that you lose out of the joystick

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I will say mounting a monitor on top could work well with the small rig 1975 u shaped plate. That’s what I have and it works great mounting a ninja inferno

[@DavidWesson]

@@AustinBlackvideo Cool, I guess it's just a matter of getting used to the set up as is but I like to keep things as leans and simple as possible and all the add ons used on the FS7 for example just wouldn't suit my style. The footage looks incredible though ! is that straight out of the camera? Be good to also how easy the camera is to operate .i.e. is it easy to find your way around the menu system and set up the camera how you want out of the box? or does it take a while to set up say like the A73

[@AustinBlackvideo]

David Wesson there’s definitely a learning curve to the form factor. I am sure we will see accessories to make it leaner, because I’m with you. I see lots of people over accessorize just for the sake of it. There is a small grade on all the clips. The menus are easier than the a7iii, but a lot of functions are much slower like switching to s35 or 4k60

[@DavidWesson]

@@AustinBlackvideo Cool thanks so much. I definitely think there's an opportunity for a video for those people thinking of making the switch from the A73 and what the main differences are and what you are basically paying the extra for. A lot of people are sitting on the fence waiting for the A7S3 & thinking about the FX9 but it's expensive man, but oh so tempting looking at that footage :)

[@mrhillcityva434]

So where you on the ice skating as well to get those shots?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

rlmusicservices yep! Hockey is like my favorite hobby lol

[@IvanGRANID]

which camera selfies were shot with?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

a7iii!

[@richardcerezo1333]

I was really hoping the 120fps would be more crisp. How do you feel about that Austin?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Based on that one test I agree, but I need to shoot more before I completely make up my mind

[@StevenDivishh]

what camera would shoot it more crisp in 1080 tho?

[@richardcerezo1333]

@@StevenDivishh I'm mainly referring to framerates beyond 60FPS since the FX9 does that amazingly. However beyond 60FPS we have Ursa Mini Pro G2 4K120, Z Cam E2 4K120/4K160, RED. Those are just options I know of some of which are cheaper and do a crisper 120fps

[@JoelAdrianFilms]

Which adapter did you use with your Sigma ART lenses?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Joel Adrian Harris native e mount

[@adam6263]

Did you use the EOS HD color profile again with this video on both cameras?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

The FX9 is shooting S-Cinetone and S-Log 3 with the straight out of the box configuration. The colors look so good, I don't think I really need to tweak much.

[@bmefilms6879]

soooo, were just gonna ignore whatever that is on the lens? 9:59

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Bme Films I blew it off right after 😂😂 bugs me too

[@robertadams3666]

What stabilization program is he talking about at the beginning of this video? Is it something I can use on my A7III footage?

[@albancousinie9455]

The FX9 videos are stabilized using the Sony Catalyst Browser app, since version 2019.2 . And no you can't use it on your a7 III because it doesn't record gyroscopic data and doesn't need this : the Sony a7 III already has In Body Image Stabilization (IBIS). Sony used this gyroscopic technique on the FX9 because they couldn't add an IBIS to the FX9 due to integrated ND filter which is not physically compatible with IBIS.

[@yveslutundula]

Anyone please help, can you import your own custom luts into the FX9?

[@benweiner7724]

@9:10 use the shape extension arm 🙄 Fixes that issue.

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Ben Weiner Still a valid complaint about the out of the box system. I also wish the handle could be mounted directly to the rosette so that those of us who shoot less shoulder stuff could have that option. I’m aware of the shape solution, but it doesn’t fully address what my issue is.

[@benweiner7724]

Austin Black right but fs7 and fx9 are rarely used with the kit essentials. Iver never seen an fs7 in the field with the out of box parts only. Lots of zacuto and shape accessories are needed. Top plates, arm extensions, evf relocators to make it way better. Try using a zacuto baseplate pro for your shoulder it’s way comfier. Also they do make 3rd party accessories that turns the fx9 grip into that side rosette ( I forget who makes it)

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Ben Weiner I bought a small rig one that’s not compatible 😭😭 so the search is still on for me lol

[@benweiner7724]

Austin Black www.smallrig.com/smallrig-handgrip-rosette-adapter-for-sony-fs7-fs7ii-1887.html Try that one? Also if u don’t want to do shoulder work...use a easy rig minimax they are clutch

[@dctt3511]

It doesn't shoot 4k FF 60 fps???!!!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Currently the 4k60 is a s35 crop. I expect that to be fixed in a future firmware update

[@janpolak3722]

Did you shot Slog3 in custom or Cine EI?

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I haven't done any Cine EI yet

[@nicholasboule5134]

go steadicam bro, so organic

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I'm interested! What product would you start with?

[@nicholasboule5134]

@@AustinBlackvideo something simple, just a sled that can balance the payload you think your camera will be, with also a qucik release system like a "Touch N Go" plate, small rig makes a nice one for cheaper or wooden camera or GDU dynamics make nicer ones.

[@WalterTheBalter]

Which stand is that on the 120 d ii

[@AustinBlackvideo]

I don't know the part # but it is by impact. I also like to put it on impact C-stands

[@WalterTheBalter]

Austin Black thanks AB

[@WalterTheBalter]

No 24P! Wtf this is sad!

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Doesn't do dead on 24p in order to protect the Venice market I guess. But for must of us, 23.98 is fine

[@Murphy252000]

As usual mate, mint. Can’t work out how you don’t have heaps and heaps of followers. Bird needs to get her t?ts out ;0

[@kristinblack8511]

Murphy D No sir, we keep it wholesome here! 😂

[@Murphy252000]

Kristin Black I know, world has enough of those gimps with the Donald Duck lips ;0 Looking good dudes, thinking about switching to Sony from Fuji for stills, can’t decide as had an rx100 and it’s controls etc were pants?

[@JKFLASH]

GIMBAL THE A7III and get a ATOMOS Ninja V... to up your game. CHEAPER

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Eh. I've had the A7iii since the day it came out. I think I'm ready for the upgrade.

[@VonHarris]

'Fort Worth? 👀

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Yep!

[@TheSkodilac]

or you dont know colorgrade, or FX9 is very bad.

[@mikenelson1624]

👍✨✌️