The CVP review of the Sony BURANO reveals significant rolling shutter artifacts due to a very slow readout speed, mainly when shooting 8K. According to CVP, the Sony BURANO has a slower readout speed than the FX3.

Sony BURANO review by CVP

Yet another educating review by CVP. This time they are focusing on the Sony CineAlta BURANO. This comprehensive review touches on many aspects of this great camera. However, the readout tests performed by CVP caught the eye the most. These test results raised questions regarding the price of the BURANO. Many claimed that at this price range, a faster readout is expected. CVP compared the readout speed to the acclaimed VENICE and other cameras as well. Explore the results below:

Rolling shutter artifacts – Sony VENICE 2 8K

Rolling shutter artifacts – Sony BURANO 8K

Readout speed test – Sony VENICE 2 8K

Readout speed test – Sony BURANO 8K

Readout speed test – Sony BURANO 6K

Readout speed test – Sony BURANO 5.8K

Readout speed test – Sony BURANO 4K

For most filmmaking situations this (BURANO’s readout speed) will be perfectly fine. But compared to other modern sensors on the market, like Sony’s own FX3 and FX6, RED V-Raptor cameras, and even the ALEXA Mini LF, this is slow.

CVP

Check out the full CVP review below:

Slower than FX3

CVP summarizes the readout test by stating: “For most filmmaking situations this will be perfectly fine. But compared to other modern sensors on the market, like Sony’s own FX3 and FX6, RED V-Raptor cameras, and even the ALEXA Mini LF, this is slow”. Explore the table below (created by CVP) that demonstrates BURNO’s readout speed compared to other cameras:

Closing thoughts

The Sony BURANO produces stunning imagery. This is one of the best cinema cameras out there that was developed for solo shooters. The BURANO sits between FX9 and VENICE. However, it’s a CineAlta camera. That means the BURNO belongs to the company’s top line of digital cinema cameras. Moreover, BURANO is unique as it’s the world’s first digital cinema camera with a PL-Mount to feature in-body image stabilization. That’s why professional shooters wish for good test results regarding the readout speed. Sony should improve this in the next firmware updates, if possible. Meanwhile, if you want to shoot fast with the BURANO, shoot in 4K.

Product List

Here are the products mentioned in the article, and the links to purchase them from authorized dealers. 

• Sony BURANO 8K Digital Motion Picture Camera
  • BUY on B&H
  • BUY on ADORAMA