Sony today announced the RIALTO 65 Camera Extension System for the VENICE 2 CineAlta® camera. Equipped with a 65mm sensor with a 1.5:1 aspect ratio, RIALTO 65 expands VENICE 2 to the 65mm format.
RIALTO 65 incorporates a sensor measuring 53.75 mm wide by 35.83 mm high, with a diagonal of approximately 64.60 mm. It is among the largest image sensors used in commercially available cinema cameras. Taking advantage of an imaging area approximately 2.2 times larger than that of a 35mm full-frame image sensor, the system richly renders the presence of people, the sense of distance between subject and background, and spatial depth. This makes it possible to naturally emphasize the main subject even within an expansive field of view and create imagery that draws audiences into the scene.
RIALTO 65 supports Extension Mode, in which the camera head is separated from the VENICE 2 body, as well as Studio Mode, in which the camera head is attached directly to the body. The system flexibly accommodates shooting situations that have been difficult with conventional large camera systems, including shooting in confined spaces and handheld shooting.
In addition, users can take advantage of the colour science developed for VENICE 2, internal recording in 16-bit X-OCN, established operability, and existing workflows. This expands shooting possibilities into new areas of expression while allowing them to continue using their existing VENICE 2 systems.
Availability and Price
Please check with your official local Sony retailer for your country’s specific availability and price.
RIALTO 65 sample videos are available on YouTube:
RIALTO 65 | Camera Field Test | Sony https://youtu.be/FGRa-cIQ37A
RIALTO 65 | LOCAL PEOPLE by Łukasz Żal, PSC | Sony https://youtu.be/6QePzLeQiGE
Key Features of RIALTO 65
Rich Image Expression That Renders People and Space with a 65mm Sensor
RIALTO 65 is a compact and lightweight camera head measuring approximately 115 mm × 154 mm × 63 mm (W x H x D) and weighing approximately 1.5 kg. The system supports 9.6K 1.5:1 Open Gate readout, enabling flexible framing that takes advantage of the sensor’s wide imaging area. It also supports a 9.6K 2.20:1 readout mode with a diagonal of approximately 59.04 mm, which accommodates a wider range of lenses. Additional readout modes will be introduced through future software updates to the VENICE 2 body.
Users can select a Base ISO of 2500 or 10000 according to the shooting environment and creative intent. At Base ISO 2500, RIALTO 65 delivers 15+ stops of latitude. In scenes with high contrast and under a wide range of lighting conditions, the system reproduces rich gradation from highlights to shadows, enabling image creation in line with the cinematographer’s intent.
Greater Freedom and Flexibility with Extension Mode and Studio Mode
Despite supporting the 65mm format, this compact and lightweight camera head can be placed close to a subject or installed in confined spaces or at elevated positions, especially when using Extension Mode. This provides flexibility in shooting positions and angles that have tended to be restricted with conventional camera systems supporting the 65mm format. The cable connecting the camera head and the VENICE 2 body is designed for ease of handling on set. It can be detached at both the camera-head end and the camera-body end, making setup and integration into equipment easier. The system supports 4.5 m and 12 m cable options, allowing users to select a cable according to the shooting environment. In addition, camera tilt and roll information can be recorded as metadata and utilized in post-production workflows.
CineAlta Image Creation and the VENICE 2 Workflow
The VENICE 2 system combined with RIALTO 65 carries forward the colour science developed for CineAlta, including natural colour reproduction, smooth skin-tone gradation, tonal expression with S-Log3, and the wide colour gamut of S-Gamut3. Even in high-resolution shooting, the system balances image quality and efficient data operation with X-OCN.
Because the VENICE 2 body handles the primary functions, including recording, users can continue to use the AXS memory cards used with VENICE 2. This enables a smooth transition to shooting in the 65mm format while continuing to use existing operability, recording media assets, peripherals, and production workflows.
Practical Production Flexibility for Lens Selection, Anamorphic Shooting, and ND Filter Operation
RIALTO 65 does not include a lens mount and is designed to accept third-party lens-mount adapters suited to the production and lens being used. Users can select from a variety of lenses, including lenses for the 65mm format. When using a lens and lens-mount adapter that support communication with the camera, lens information such as focal length, focus position, and aperture value can be recorded as metadata. This information can be used in production processes such as editing, VFX, and virtual production.
When using anamorphic lenses, users can use de-squeeze display at multiple magnification ratios and the Zoom to Fit function to confirm the field of view and composition according to the lens being used.
The system also includes 11 types of drop-in ND filters equipped with electronic contacts. VENICE 2 automatically recognizes the density information of an ND filter inserted into RIALTO 65.
Optional Accessories
CBK-NDK6510 ND Filter Kit
This product is a set of 11 drop-in ND filters equivalent to those included with RIALTO 65. Individual filters of a specific density cannot be purchased separately.
CBK-12C6510 12 m Cable
The included 4.5 m cable can be replaced with the 12 m cable. This allows the RIALTO 65 camera head to be installed farther away from the VENICE 2 body and accommodates a variety of shooting situations.
Please check with your official local Sony retailer for your country’s specific availability and price.
Main Specifications
For the main specifications and additional details of RIALTO 65, please visit the product website: https://pro.sony/en_SA/products/camera-adaptors/cbk-6510xs
Specifications described in this press release are current as of the announcement date and may differ from the final specifications.
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