Sony ILME-FX30 + Sigma 28-45mm f1.8 DG DN (A)

Sony ILME-FX30

Enter the

world

of filmmaking with the Sony Cinema Line camera FX30 into the world of filmmaking. The ILME-FX30 offers a smooth entry into the creative Cinema Line world. It features the coveted S-Cinetone™ look of the high-end Cinema Line models, a high dynamic range with S-Log3, Dual Base ISO, Cine-EI mode, a top handle, attachment points forthreaded accessory attachment points, tally lamps and other workflow-enhancing details that put it in the same category as other Cinema Line models in terms of usability, functionality and design. It also features RAW output and timecode synchronization functionality, making it highly expandable. Combined with the comprehensive range of E-mount lenses, powerful audio solutions and other essential components, creatives have exceptionally flexible systems for a wide range of creative requirements.

Creatives who start with the ILME-FX30 can easily progress through the Cinema Line as their capabilities increase, and the ILME-FX30 will continue to work effectively with high-end Cinema Line cameras in almost any production scenario.

Impressive cinematic image quality

The ILME-FX30 offers advanced performance for truly high-quality cinematic expression. It achieves high sensitivity, low noise and wide dynamic range, delivering 4K Super 35 resolution for stunning image quality. S-Cinetone™ ensures natural midtones, soft colors and gorgeous highlights that are essential for cinematic expression. Shoot with the S-Log3 gamma curve to achieve smooth color gradation in cinema and minimize color gradation in post-production with the imported custom mapping LUTs. Dual Base ISO (800 / 2500) allows you to capture the best quality images in different lighting conditions.

Advanced AF performance

The ILME-FX30 offers highly reliable and accurate autofocus performance with wide-area tracking across the entire frame. Real-time eye AF, which follows the face and eyes (of people and animals), keeps the subject in focus. Focus is maintained precisely and consistently over a wide area, even at shallow depth of field or when tracking fast-moving subjects with real-time tracking. Stable AF and flexible focusing are available for a variety of shooting situations. AF Assist, Focus Map and Breathing Compensation are great auxiliary functions.

Compact and cageless design

The ILME-FX30 has a compact and lightweight shape designed for portability and efficiency. The housing has five threaded holes for accessories, eliminating the need for a cage for optimal flexibility, stability and comfort. The integrated stabilization keeps the entire setup highly mobile and can be used without a gimbal even in difficult shooting situations.

Flexible operability for film production

Quickly access your favorite elements with the new main menu. Focus on composition and framing with the optimized standby mode for filming. Shooting lights and highlighted shooting indicators provide clear confirmation of the current shot. The flexible, high-resolution touchscreen LCD monitor allows wide positioning and framing freedom for gimbal shots. The Zoom lever controls compatible motorized Zoom lenses and enables the use of Clear Image Zoom with non-motorized Zoom and fixed focal lengths with excellent image quality. Auto and manual modes for aperture, shutter speed and ISO can be set independently for flexible exposure mode. Vertical side markers to check framing in horizontal orientation.

Highly expandable

With an optional XLR microphone and XLR handle, digital audio data can be transmitted directly to the camera - for excellent audio quality with a very clean audio signal. Other connections include USB Type-C®, multi/micro USB, microphone, headphones and a multi interface shoe with integrated digital audio interface. All these connection options offer a wide range of expansion possibilities for a variety of recording requirements. The ILME-FX30 also supports UVC (USB Video Class) and UAC (USB Audio Class) standards and can be connected via USB to a compatible device to serve as a high-performance webcam.

The best experience with Sony lenses

Thanks to the Super 35 sensor, the ILME-FX30 can be combined with a comprehensive range of Sony

E-mount

lenses

. E-mount lenses to create a new world of stunning and cinematic expression with breathtaking sharpness and bokeh for content creation. Only with native Sony lenses can you fully exploit the camera's performance and set no limits to your creativity. Stunning image quality can be realized with a single shot, because with a native Sony lens on a Sony camera offers maximum support for stabilization and autofocus.

Sigma 28-45mm f1.8 DG DN (A) Sony E-mount

As a pioneer in the development of unique high-speed Zoomlenses such as the SIGMA 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM Art or the SIGMA 24-35mm F2 DG HSM Art, SIGMA now introduces another fast, handy and versatile lens.

The SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is characterized not only by its unparalleled speed, but also by a sharpness and brilliance that is comparable to that of a fixed focal length lens over the entire focal length range. Equipped with fast and precise autofocus and outstanding operability, this innovative lens opens up a new page in the history of Zoomlenses and their creative possibilities. This lens will inspire filmmakers and photographers while offering unparalleled versatility

. The world's first* full-frame Zoomlens with a continuous aperture of F1.8

SIGMA has succeeded in developing the world's first* full-frame Zoomlens with a maximum aperture of F1.8. The SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art has an internal zoom mechanism, a closest focusing distance of 30cm over the entire focal length range and a filter diameter of 82mm. Despite its advanced features, the lens weighs less than 1kg, making it a versatile option for use with gimbals or handheld.
*As of June 2024 according to SIGMA research

Continuous lens speed of F1.8

Once a privilege of fixed focal lengths, the maximum aperture of F1.8 allows users of full-frame cameras to work handheld in low light conditions and create attractive bokeh. At the same time, they can now enjoy the flexibility of a Zoomlens

. Practical internal zoom mechanism for an even balance

Thanks to the internal zoom mechanism, the overall length of the lens remains constant when the focal length or focus changes. The SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art is therefore easy to handle when shooting hand-held. When mounted on a tripod or gimbal, the internal zoom also ensures perfect balance. In addition, this design is less susceptible to dust and splash water.

Consistent close-up limit

The close-up limit is 30cm over the entire Zoom range with a maximum magnification of 1:4 at 45mm focal length. This enables excellent close-ups. Regardless of the focal length, the lens offers consistently high imaging performance at the closest focusing distance and precise focusing.

First-class workmanship with low weight

Fast Zooms are large and heavy. That was once the case. The SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art combines a sophisticated optical design in a sturdy and durable housing. And it doesn't even weigh 1 kg. Thanks to the standard filter diameter of 82mm, filmmakers and photographers have access to an extensive selection of shooting filters such as ND filters or polarization filters.

Outstanding optical performance, comparable to a fixed focal length

SIGMA has attached great importance to meticulously correcting optical aberrations over the entire Zoom range. As a result, the SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art can compete with fixed focal lengths in terms of sharpness and brilliance. Thanks to advanced lens coatings, the lens produces clear images without flares and ghosting, even in backlighting, while the optical design effectively suppresses focus breathing.

A masterpiece of optical quality in one Zoom

The effective arrangement of 5 SLD elements and 3 aspherical elements rigorously corrects optical aberrations. Axial chromatic aberration, which is particularly noticeable with fast lenses, has been thoroughly suppressed in the SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art. The lens delivers clear, sharp images with the finest details and a pleasantly creamy bokeh outside the focal plane.

Suppressed focus breathing

With many lenses, the angle of view changes when focusing, which makes precise image composition difficult. The optical design of the SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art effectively suppresses this focus breathing.

Flares and ghost

ing

, which impair image quality, have been optimized for all lighting conditions using the latest simulation technology. In addition, SIGMA uses Nano Porous and Super Multi-Layer lens coatings on this lens to prevent flares and ghosting as far as possible. This enables brilliant, high-contrast images to be taken even in unfavorable lighting conditions.

High-speed AF and innovative functions

The SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art offers a range of professional functions that are just as impressive as its outstanding optical performance. The fast and precise autofocus, the robust, weather-resistant construction, an aperture ring with "de-click function", smooth manual focusing and two AFL buttons make it a versatile photographic tool.

Fast HLA linear actuator

The HLA motor (High-Response Linear Actuator) of the SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art combines high focusing speed with maximum precision. Thanks to its virtually silent operation, it is barely audible even when shooting video.

Precise and convenient manual focusing

Precise and sensitive manual focusing is extremely important when filming. Precise manual focusing is also very important in photography. The optimum torque of the focus ring offers the best possible support here.

Aperture ring with "de-click function"

Many demanding users appreciate the option of setting the aperture directly on the aperture ring of the lens. The SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art therefore offers an aperture ring. Thanks to its "de-click function", this feature is also interesting for filmmakers, as the aperture can be adjusted steplessly and silently in this position. Those who prefer to set the aperture on the camera body can use the aperture ring's lock function and are protected against accidental adjustment.

Equipped with two AFL buttons

The lens has two AFL buttons, which have been positioned for optimum accessibility when shooting in portrait and landscape format. These buttons can be assigned individual functions with compatible cameras*.
*Only in combination with compatible cameras. The available functions may vary depending on the camera used.

Protected against external influences

In addition to the dust and splash-proof housing*, the front lens of the lens has a water and oil-repellent coating. This means that you can take pictures without worrying even in difficult shooting conditions.
*The lens is dust and splash-proof, but not waterproof.

Including lockable tulip-shaped lens hood

The specially adapted LH878-06 lens hood is included with the SIGMA 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art. It is securely locked in place with a quick twist and can be attached to the lens upside down for space-saving storage.