Sony announced an upcoming BURANO Version 2.0 firmware update that adds new features and operational improvements. The firmware is scheduled to be released in March 2025. The user community requested new features and improvements, including new recording formats, new 1.8x de-squeeze, and monitoring improvements.
NEW FEATURES AND IMPROVEMENTS
- New Recording FormatsFFcrop 3.8K 16:9, up to 120 fps
- S35 4.3K 4:3 aspect imager scan mode, for anamorphic shooting, up to 60 fps
- S35 1.9K 16:9 up to 240 fps
- Addition of 1.8x setting to De-squeeze function for anamorphic lenses
- Addition of 24 fps to X-OCN 16:9 imager scan modes
- Additional exposure tools (High/Low key)
- Support for Active/High Image stabilization in FF crop 6K, S35 1.9K 16:9
- Addition of S&Q selection increments: 66, 72, 75, 88, 90, 96, 110 fps
- Expansion of White Balance memory positions from 3 to 8
- Inclusion of VF Gamma Display Assist while using S-Log3 for monitoring
- Standardization of SDI video output for monitoring across X-OCN and XAVC modes
- Addition to support “surround OSD camera status information” to camera output
- Addition of breathing compensation and image stabilization metadata in X-OCN
For reference, below is the Version 1.1 updates new and improved features.
BURANO VER. 1.1 UPDATE
- Addition of the S700 Protocol over Ethernet* support allowing remote control of Sony’s camera.
- Addition of 1.5x setting to De-squeeze function for anamorphic lenses
- Support for Multi-Matrix Area Indication
- Monitor & Control app new ver. 2.0.0.
- * S700PTP is a protocol that realizes S700P over TCP/IP
New Recording Formats
As previously announced, Version 2.0 will include new recording formats, including a new 3.8K Full Frame crop that leverages nearly the entire sensor and can shoot up to 120 fps and a 1.9K mode that can shoot up to 240 fps. These new recording modes allow the filmmaker to prioritize faster sensor performance depending on the needs of their application. Other new recording formats include the addition of 24.00 fps to X-OCN 16:9 imager modes and the following:
| Full Frame | 3.8K 16:9 Mode | Up to 120 fps | XAVC and X-OCN |
| Super 35 | 4.3K 4:3 Mode (for Anamorphic) | Up to 60 fps | X-OCN only |
| Super 35 | 1.9K 16:9 Mode | Up to 240 fps[i] | XAVC only |
BURANO Version 2.0 will also add a 1.8x de-squeeze setting as well as additional high frame rate (S & Q) modes, including up to 66, 72, 75, 88, 90, 96, and 110 fps. It will also add proxy recording for 24.00 fps recording formats.
Monitoring, SDI, and Metadata Improvements
In addition to the new recording formats, Version 2.0 offers various monitoring and metadata improvements, including standardized SDI video output for monitoring across X-OCN and XAVCii. It adds breathing compensation and image stabilization metadata in X-OCN, time code and clip name metadata to SDI output.
Based on feedback from BURANO users, Version 2.0 will offer an improved on-screen display that places camera status information outside of the image and also includes View Finder Gamma Display Assist while using S-Log3 for monitoring.
Version 2.0 will add 24V output to the PL Mount Voltage menu. In addition, it adds compatibility with Focus/Iris/Zoom control for PL Mount lenses while using the BURANO’s optional GP-VR100 handgrip.
Improved Image Output and Added Exposure Tools
BURANO Version 2.0 will also include several image output improvements, including enhanced image output when using the preset S-Log3 look or 3D User LUTs. Additionally, Version 2.0 will enhance Auto Focus performance when recording with the following frame rates: 23.98, 24, 25, and 29.97.
Version 2.0 also includes additional exposure tools (High/Low Key) derived from the flagship VENICE camera system. It will also expand white balance memory presets from 3 to 8 and support Active/High Image Stabilization in Full-Frame crop 6K and Super 35 1.9K 16:9 imager modes.
In addition, BURANO Version 2.0 will improve ease of use functionality with the ability to format media from the status screen as well as set CAM ID and Reel Number, which is standard for documentary and reality TV applications.
Version 2.0 will also change the factory default frequency setting from 59.94 to 23.98p and will add a setting to “reset to factory defaults” setting.
Finally, BURANO Version 2.0 will add live event and multicam functionality, including variable ND control from RCPs, improved camera control from Camera Remote SDK, and tally control for devices connected via LAN.
Available March 2025
The new BURANO Version 2.0 is planned to be released in March 2025. You can easily download the update directly to your camera using a Mac or PC. For more information, visit sonycine.com.