SONY FX5 | Official Behind The Scenes Documentary (Gareth Edwards)


Channel: Mark Bone
Uploaded by Mark Bone on 20260722
Categories: Film & Animation
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Shot across Cambodia, Thailand and Nepal, this film follows director Gareth Edwards as he puts the new Sony FX5 through a real world camera field test. See the full camera test here: https://youtu.be/gVFG7m_seUg?si=NCy1c30qx2ECfabg Starring: Gareth Edwards Directed by: Mark Bone Cinematography by: Gareth Edwards & Mark Bone Edit
This behind-the-scenes documentary featuring filmmaker Gareth Edwards and directed by Mark Bone explores the capabilities of the Sony FX5 camera through a field test in Nepal and Cambodia. Key Insights and Features Discussed: Open-Minded Filmmaking: Edwards emphasizes staying open to the environment, noting that being adaptable allows the world to offer unexpected ideas [00:18]. Accessibility and Mobility: The documentary highlights how equipment like the FX5 lowers barriers for filmmakers, allowing them to travel lightly without looking like a massive crew, which helps capture more naturalistic behavior from people [01:39]. Camera Performance and Design: Edwards revisits locations previously used for The Creator to compare the new Sony FX5 with the FX3 [02:34]. He describes the FX5 as an extremely high-quality camera for its size, noting its fully internal design [02:55]. Gimbal Integration: Because the camera is lightweight and completely internal, it mounts easily onto a gimbal without needing extra paraphernalia or heavy batteries, allowing operators to hold it comfortably all day long [03:01]. Durability and Connectivity: The device features built-in internal Wi-Fi for video signal transmission and is built to withstand extreme temperature shifts, ranging from 35°C heat down to -5°C [03:16], [03:42]. Future of Cinema: Edwards expresses excitement about how modern technology allows creators to achieve beautiful imagery simply, without compromising visual quality [04:13]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kr6FI8A8mc SONY FX5 | Official Behind The Scenes Documentary (Gareth Edwards) Mark Bone · 136K views

Viewer Discussion & Comments

@markbone
I'll be uploading a full BTS & Review of this video tomorrow! This was shot open gate with 2x and 1.5x anamorphic lenses.
@he.smile_
Just a collab with Gareth Edwards, no big deal 🔥
@AlexFrenette
This video is truly unbelivable.. I can't believe you got Gareth Edwards to talk about the fx5 and demonstrate it like this. Simply amazing.
@rossbodenmann
Sony is democratizing cinema. They don't seem to be chasing 6, 8, 12k... they're actually optimizing the cameras to work better for more people. Respect
@MarioSoMedia
These frames are just stunning!
@ByDanielJames
So glad they trusted you with this!👌🏾 better then the launch film itself
@danielsailors7782
Best collab of all time. You two are some of my biggest inspirations. Thanks for making this Mark.
@LeeZavitz
Stunning footage 😍
@jorgekas1
Two of my favorite creators together! This should have been the official FX5 promo video. Congratulations Mark, amazing work!
@nick_salazar
It is SO COOL that Sony hired you and Gareth for this. Bravo.
@cammackey
Insane insane insane. Cant wait to see this in IMAX
@owenjenkinsofficial
Fine I'll go rewatch the Creator... Love to see Gareth in his natural habitat!
@micahsmithmedia
1:45 woah! amazing shot with that BG structure
@stoolin9706
wow! congrats Mark. Amazing project for sure
@dufaultdylan
This video sold me. Now I'm considering to get an FX5