What will the Burano Version 2.0 firmware update include?

Due to be released in March 2025, Burano Version 2.0 has been developed taking into account the requests of existing users. It will include new recording formats, improved monitoring and new 1.8x de-squeeze.

New Recording Formats:

• Full Frame 3.8K 16:9 mode up to 120 fps XAVC and X-OCN
• Super 35 4.3K 4:3 mode (for Anamorphic) up to 60 fps X-OCN only
• 24.00 fps to X-OCN 16:9 imager modes
• Super 35 1.9K 16:9 mode up to 240 fpsi XAVC only
• 1.8x de-squeeze setting
• High frame rate (S & Q) modes – up to 66, 72, 75, 88, 90, 96 and 110 fps
• Proxy recording for 24.00 fps recording formats.

Monitoring, SDI and Metadata Improvements:

• Standardised SDI video output for monitoring across X-OCN and XAVCii
• Time code and clip name metadata to SDI output
• Breathing compensation and image stabilisation metadata in X-OCN
• Improved on-screen display placing camera status information outside of the image and includes View Finder Gamma Display Assist while using S-Log3 for monitoring
• 24V output to the PL Mount Voltage menu
• Compatibility with Focus/Iris/Zoom control for PL Mount lenses while using Burano’s optional GP-VR100 handgrip.

Improved Image Output and Added Exposure Tools:

• Enhanced image output when using the preset S-Log3 look or 3D User LUTs
• Enhanced Auto Focus performance when recording with 23.98, 24, 25 and 29.97 frame rates
• Additional exposure tools (High/Low Key) derived from the Venice camera system
• Expansion of white balance memory presets from 3 to 8
• Support of Active/High Image Stabilisation in Full-Frame crop 6K and Super 35 1.9K 16:9 imager modes
• Improvements to ease of use functionality with the ability to format media from the status screen as well as set CAM ID and Reel number
• Changes the factory default frequency setting from 59.94 to 23.98p and adds ‘reset to factory defaults’ setting
• Live event and multicam functionality including variable ND control from RCPs, improved camera control from Camera Remote SDK, and tally control for devices connected via LAN.

The update will be able to be downloaded directly to the camera using a Mac or PC, but please get in touch if you would like our help or advice.

Source: Sony (2025)