Sony 50MP Medium format sensor is being used the Fuji GFX50S and Hasselblad X1D. SO, its a great news for Medium format lovers that new generation of MF sensors are coming. These sensors will feature 150 MP resolution to give you enormous details. The current generation of Sony MF used inside the camera uses FI (Front-illuminated) technology now the next generation of sensors are being developed on BI (Back-illuminated ) tech. That clearly indicates that next gen of sensor will have better dynamic range and low-light sensitivity.
Recently Announced MF (FI) Sensors
Upcoming Sony Medium Format Sensors
Features List From Sony
Recent press release published on Nov 9, 2017 confirmed that next generation of Medium format sensors will feature 4K and 8K Video modes.
| IMX211 | IMX411 | IMX461 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Image Size | Type 4.2 (66.7mm) | Type 4.2 (66.7mm) | Type 3.4 (55mm) |
| Number of Pixels | 100M pixels | 150M pixels | 100M pixels |
| Pixel Size | 4.6 µm | 3.76 µm | 3.76 µm |
| Frame rate | All-pixels/2.0fps@14bit 4k2k/30fps@12bit |
All-pixels/4.0fps@14bit 4k2k/30fps@12bit 8k4k/16fps@12bit |
All-pixels/6.0fps@14bit 4k2k/30fps@12bit 8k4k/18fps@12bit |
We will update you soon as we get any new information.
Will Sony ever develop a medium format camera?
It’s going to be a rolling shutter parade for 8k! 😀