Sony HDC-5500 Cinema Camera
The Sony HDC-5500 is a 8.3 MP (per sensor, effective QFHD: 3840 x 2160) 2/3 inch cinema camera — with 4K video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Sony HDC-5500
Key Features — Sony HDC-5500
2/3-Inch 4K Sensor: Delivers an effective resolution of 3840 x 2160 per sensor, meeting 4K QFHD broadcast output requirements.
High Frame Rate at 4K: Supports frame rates up to 120fps at 4K for sports and high-frame-rate broadcast productions, covering the full range from 23.976 through 120fps.
10-Bit Video Output: Records at 10-bit depth, providing greater tonal range and flexibility for grading and broadcast delivery pipelines.
Broad Color Profile Support: Includes HDR (HLG), HDR (S-Log3), SR Live, ITU-R BT.2020, and ITU-R BT.709 for versatile SDR and HDR broadcast workflows.
B4 Lens Mount: Accepts the industry-standard B4 mount, compatible with a wide ecosystem of professional broadcast and ENG lenses.
Magnesium Alloy Construction: Body combines magnesium alloy and carbon fiber-reinforced plastic panels for a durable, production-ready build at 5 kg.
Camera Specifications — Sony HDC-5500
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Type | Other |
| Sensor | 2/3 inch |
| Resolution | 8.3 MP (per sensor, effective QFHD: 3840 x 2160) |
| Processor | LSI Digital Signal Processor |
| ISO Range | 200 – 3200 |
| AF System | Manual Focus Only |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Max Video Resolution | 4K |
| Max Frame Rate | 120fps |
| Bit Depth | 10-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | HDR (HLG), HDR (S-Log3), SDR, SR Live, ITU-R BT.2020, ITU-R BT.709 |
Description — Sony HDC-5500
The Sony HDC-5500 is a professional broadcast camera built for high-end live production and studio environments. Its 2/3-inch sensor delivers an effective resolution of 8.3 MP, outputting up to 3840 x 2160 (4K QFHD), processed through an LSI Digital Signal Processor. The camera captures video at 10-bit depth with color profiles including HDR (HLG), HDR (S-Log3), SR Live, ITU-R BT.2020, and ITU-R BT.709, offering flexibility for both SDR broadcast and HDR production pipelines.
Frame rate support spans 23.976fps through 120fps, covering the full range of broadcast and high-frame-rate production needs. The ISO range of 200–3200 is well-suited to controlled studio lighting. The body is constructed from magnesium alloy with carbon fiber-reinforced plastic panels, measuring 151 x 187 x 371 mm and weighing 5 kg.
It is powered externally via XLR 4-pin DC input (10.5–17V) at approximately 55W. Audio I/O includes an XLR 3-pin microphone jack and a 4-pole mini jack headphone output. The B4 mount enables use with a wide range of professional broadcast lenses.
An optional HD OLED or HD LCD viewfinder at 1920 x 1080 / 60Hz is available separately. Focus is manual only.
Pros — Sony HDC-5500
- ✓Supports up to 120fps at 4K resolution, with a full range of broadcast frame rates including 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, and 100fps
- ✓10-bit video depth with a comprehensive set of color profiles including HDR (HLG), HDR (S-Log3), SR Live, ITU-R BT.2020, and ITU-R BT.709
- ✓Robust magnesium alloy body with carbon fiber-reinforced plastic panels for a durable production-ready build
Cons — Sony HDC-5500
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus system of any kind, including no subject or eye tracking
- ✗No weather sealing, which limits use in uncontrolled outdoor environments
- ✗Requires external DC power (XLR 4-pin, 10.5–17V), with approximately 55W consumption, adding complexity to mobile setups
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