Monitor & Control provides control of Picture Profile / Scene file settings, LUT switching, and other operations. Additionally, LUT can be applied in Log shooting so that an image resembling the finished image after post-production can be checked on a larger screen during recording. Besides selecting existing LUT files, you can also import LUT files from mobile devices directly to the camera without using a computer. You can view images with your preferred look applied.

Cropping and framing feature useful for live streaming

You can use the camera's Real-time Recognition AF to track your subject or use a preset composition. Up to 10*¹ compositions can be preset. While shooting, you can switch from one composition to another with a single tap of the mobile device. In music livestreaming with multiple performers, you can use various compositions to capture the entire group or track an individual performer. In addition, you can use preset compositions to manually track the subject while operating the pan-tilt-zoom UI controls or randomly recall multiple preset compositions for automatic shooting.

And with new support for multi-camera connection, labour saving is achieved on top of greater flexibility in camerawork and a wider choice of compositions, even during large-scale shoots.

• Supported cameras*²: PXW-Z300, PXW-Z200, HXR-NX800, FX3, FX30

1. Paid plan only. Up to 2 presets are available at no charge.
2. FX3/FX30 only support manual framing.

Multi-Camera Monitoring

This function allows a single iPad,*¹ Mac*² or iPhone*³ to connect to multiple cameras for image monitoring and shooting control, including recording start/stop and the display of settings and battery level. In addition to wireless connectivity, stable wired connection is also enabled.

Since multi-angle shooting with multiple cameras can be done from a single device, a single person can do what used to require several persons. Multi-Camera Monitoring also allows the settings on each camera to be checked and adjusted.

1. During Multi-Camera Monitoring using an iPad, up to 4 cameras can be connected.
2. Multi-Camera Monitoring using the Mac is provided in the Premium Plan. Up to 20 cameras can be connected.
3. Multi-Camera Monitoring using the iPhone is provided in the Basic Plan. Up to 2 cameras can be connected.

Simultaneous connections for multiple users

You can connect multiple smartphones, tablets, and Macs to the same camera and view the same footage simultaneously*¹. This allows you to share the same view with your production crew (such as the director, camera operator, and assistants) on location.

If you’re using an iOS, iPadOS, or macOS device, you can additionally use the screen-sharing features of the OS or apps to share the Monitor & Control screen with other devices*²*³. 

1. Supported cameras are BURANO, PXW-Z300, PXW-Z200, HXR-NX800, FX6, FX5
2. The device receiving the screen share can view only the shared screen.
3. Operation as an app is not guaranteed. The app may not function in the event of changes in OS specifications.

Snapshot

This function allows monitored footage to be saved as a snapshot along with shooting data (as well as snapshots without shooting data). The inclusion of such data makes it easier for location scouting footage to be reproduced during the final shoot. Snapshots without data are also useful for creating shot lists and storyboards that increase production efficiency.

You can also automatically take snapshots when shooting starts or stops, which are automatically saved to your device at the beginning and end of each recording session.

Apply setting changes to all cameras simultaneously in Multi-Camera Monitoring

Settings for multiple cameras can be changed simultaneously on the Multi-Camera Control screen

High-resolution monitoring *

High-resolution (full HD quality) monitoring using an iPad, Mac or Sony's smartphone Xperia is enabled.

Audio levels are also displayed during high-resolution monitoring.

• When connecting to USB Video Class (UVC) output, use a USB Type-C® cable. When connecting to HDMI output, use an HDMI-UVC conversion adaptor (sold separately) that is suited to your smartphone. For details on connection methods and supported models, please refer to Help Guide.

Recording*

During monitoring, high-resolution video and input audio can be saved directly to the device's internal storage. You can simultaneously shoot and store recordings, allowing you to immediately monitor recorded video without interrupting camera operation. Saved files can be shared directly from smartphones, tablets, and Macs, supporting smooth on-site information sharing.

• Supported only when connected by HDMI/UVC

Multi-Camera Monitoring using a Mac

A Premium Plan subscription allows you to monitor multiple cameras on a Mac.

• Compatible with macOS 15.3-26.4

Multiple control of up to 20 cameras

With the Multi-Camera Monitoring function, you can connect up to 20 cameras and change settings on an iPad*¹ or Mac*².

1. Compatible with iPadOS 18.2-26.4
2. Compatible with macOS 15.3-26.4

Multi-Camera Monitoring in vertical position

Multi-Camera Monitoring supports vertical position, allowing more flexible shooting styles. Monitoring video at the same aspect ratio as the camera helps reduce the risk of retakes and improves production efficiency.

EL Zone

EL Zone is a tool that visualises exposure based on stop values. Using EL Zone allows you to check exposure during shooting intuitively and accurately. And by saving your captures, you can easily reproduce lighting setups and maintain consistency across scenes.

Image overlay

Image overlay is a feature that lets you display captured images or images stored on your device as transparent overlays over the live view, letting you check the live view against them, to accurately recreate subject position, angle and shot composition and enhance the consistency of your shots.