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Sony Alexa 65
2 stories tracked since 4 June 2026 — latest 30 Oct 2026. This page updates itself as new coverage lands.
4 June 2026 · Launch News
Sony Announces Rialto 65 Large-Format Sensor Module for Venice 2
Sony has announced the Rialto 65, a large-format sensor block for the Venice 2 cinema camera. The sensor measures 53.75 x 35.83mm in a 3:2 aspect ratio, putting it in the same ballpark as the Arri Alexa 65 (54.12 x 25.58mm) and the Phase One IQ4's 53.4 x 40mm chip. No pixel count or sensor architecture details confirmed. On show at Cine Gear Expo in LA this week; availability expected first half of 2027.
30 Oct 2026 · Camera News
Sony RIALTO 65: 9.6K 65mm Extension Head for VENICE 2
Sony's RIALTO 65 is a 65mm format sensor head that attaches to an existing VENICE 2 body, either directly or via cable. The sensor measures 53.75 x 35.83mm with a 1.5:1 aspect ratio, roughly 2.2 times the area of full frame, and outputs 9.6K Open Gate with 16-bit X-OCN internal recording. Dual base ISO sits at 2500 and 10000, with 15+ stops of latitude at the lower setting. Two readout modes at launch: full 9.6K 1.5:1 Open Gate and 9.6K 2.20:1 using a roughly 59mm diagonal crop. The head weighs 1.5kg. Ships first half of 2027.