Sony FX9 vs Sony FX6

Sensor:

Sony FX9 has 6k sensor outputs 4k, 10bit 4:2:2, 240-600 Mbps and Anamorphic option

Sony FX6 has 4.2k Full Frame outputs 4k, 10bit 4:2:2, 240-600 Mbps. No anamorphic option

Recording :

Sony FX9 records Full Frame & Super 35 (in 4k & HD)

Sony Fx6 records full-frame (in 4k & HD) and Super 35 in HD only

Camera Mount :

Sony FX9 has a Sturdy Locking E mount (useful for heavier lenses)

Sony Fx6 has the regular E mount

Weight :

Sony FX9 is 2 kgs

Sony Fx6 is 890 gms

ISO

Sony FX9 has Dual base ISO 800 and 4000 in S-Log3. up to 102700. Better Autofocus at low light

Sony FX6 has Low / high base ISO. 800 & 12800. up to 409600

FPS

Sony FX9 has 60 fps : 4k (and 5k) and 180 fps: 2k

Sony FX6 has 120 fps at 4k and 240 fps at 2k

Extension unit for Raw output

Sony FX9 : required

Sony Fx6 : Not required

Genlock :

Sony FX9 : Yes

Sony Fx6 : No

Media :

Sony FX9 : Dual slot – XQD + SD card

Sony FX6 : Dual slot -CFexpress TypeA + SD card

Audio

Sony FX9: 4 tracks with 4 audio dials

Sony Fx6: 4 tracks with 2 audio dials

In the Nutshell :

Sony FX9: Ideal for narrative filmmaking, Multicam shoots, reframing in the post, broadcast work

Sony FX6: Ideal for handheld work, gimbal shoots, events

Both the cameras available on rent at Accord Equips