Sony RIALTO 65 Camera Extension System for VENICE 2 CineAlta Medium Format 65mm

Sony RIALTO 65 Camera Extension System for VENICE 2 Medium Format 65mm

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 x 154 mm x 63 mm (W x H x D) and weighing approximately 3.3 lbs. 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 Base ISO from ISO 2500 or ISO 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

Although it is a system that supports 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. Even in Studio mode, the camera is only slightly longer than the VENICE 2 8K/6K. These options provide flexibility in shooting positions and angles that have tended to be restricted with conventional 65mm format camera systems. When in Extension mode, 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 14.76 ft and 39.37 ft cables, 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 color science developed for CineAlta which includes natural color reproduction, smooth skin-tone gradation, tonal expression with S-Log3, and the wide color 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 Operation

RIALTO 65 does not include a lens mount and is designed to accept third-party lens-mount adapters based on the needs of the production and the 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 supports 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 for 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 (neutral density) 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 39.37 ft Cable

The included 14.76 ft cable can be replaced with an optional 39.37 ft 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.