$250.000 Camera-DNA with Fujifilm-Magic?!

Step back in time with me as we rediscover the charm and magic of the Sony PMW-F3, an iconic piece of cinema history from April 2010. Once valued at $16,000 with a firmware upgrade costing an additional $3,680, the F3 was a pioneer of Sony's high-end CINEALTA Line, intended to democratize cinematography across production budgets.

In this video, we delve into the heart of this camera - it's impressive 2.4K SUPER 35mm single CMOS sensor. This was Sony's first venture away from CCD sensors in digital cinema cameras, a move that resulted in enhanced sensitivity, reduced noise, and incredible image quality. With its pixel pitch of 9.66 microns/pixel, the F3 boasts larger pixels than even the renowned Arri Alexa or the Sony A7S

Apart from its sensor, the F3 offers flexibility with its removable PL mount adaptor, revealing a stainless-steel Sony FZ mount underneath. Coupled with a variety of lenses and an array of other features like inbuilt ND filters, XLR audio inputs, and programmable buttons, the F3 gives modern cameras a run for their money.

We take this vintage beast for a spin, testing it with an external recorder to fully tap into its capabilities. But the real joy of the F3? It's the thrilling adventure of digging deep and unraveling its hidden wonders, forming a bond that is rare in the age of modern, user-friendly cameras.

Could there be more secrets hidden within the F3? A mysterious Fujifilm imprint near the sensor component suggests a possible collaboration between Fujifilm and Sony. Whether or not this is true, one thing is certain - the Sony PMW-F3 remains a beautifully enigmatic piece of camera history, capable of contributing to special projects even today.

Join me on this journey of rediscovery with this cinematic gem. Dive into the past, and let's see what the Sony PMW-F3 still has to offer in the present..


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