Sony FX Owners Can Finally Shoot Blackmagic RAW: Here’s How

At IBC 2025, Blackmagic Design unveiled exciting updates for its Video Assist 12G monitors, bringing Blackmagic RAW support to a wider range of Sony cameras. For many filmmakers, the Video Assist has already been a trusted offboard monitor, but this update now allows users to fully integrate Sony cameras into professional Blackmagic workflows, straight into DaVinci Resolve.

For years, Blackmagic RAW has been praised for its efficiency, colour fidelity, and sensor-specific profiling. Until now, third-party camera operators, particularly Sony shooters, had limited access to the codec. That changes with this new firmware, enabling lightweight and popular Sony models (like the FX3, FX3A, and FX30) to record in Blackmagic RAW via the Video Assist.

Bringing Blackmagic RAW to Sony Cameras

The update ensures that these Sony cameras can leverage the full advantages of Blackmagic RAW. Unlike other codecs, Blackmagic RAW is designed around the camera sensor, profiling it uniquely to capture the optimal colour and detail directly from the sensor. This approach ensures that footage recorded via the Video Assist transfers seamlessly into DaVinci Resolve with minimal compromise, preserving the vibrance and dynamic range that professionals expect.

Beyond Blackmagic RAW, the Video Assist continues to support popular codecs like ProRes and DNx, and offers full HDMI and SDI input options. Operators can access built-in monitor overlays, scopes, and histograms, making it a robust offboard monitor solution. With the addition of Blackmagic RAW, Sony operators now have a complete system for high-end workflows without changing their camera setup.

Firmware Rollout and Camera Coverage

Blackmagic plans to release the firmware for the smaller cameras (the FX3, FX3A, and FX30) by the end of October. Later in the year, support will expand to the FX6 and FX9, providing full coverage across Sony’s cinema line. This phased approach allows Blackmagic engineers to properly profile each sensor, ensuring optimal performance and accurate colour reproduction in Resolve.

By integrating Blackmagic RAW into Video Assist 12G monitors, Blackmagic is creating a powerful bridge for Sony shooters. The update opens the door for filmmakers to use the lightweight, popular Sony cameras while taking full advantage of the advanced post-production capabilities that DaVinci Resolve offers. For professional colorists, editors, and on-set operators, this is a significant step in streamlining multi-camera workflows and maintaining the highest quality results. Watch the whole interview below to find out more!

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