FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 Cinema Camera (FUJIFILM G, ARRI PL)
FUJIFILM brings its vaunted photographic history to a video-centric form with the GFX ETERNA 55 Cinema Camera. Built around a new large-format sensor that covers Open Gate and a range of additional formats, the GFX ETERNA 55's array of features is designed for exceptional video capture and seamless integration with FUJIFILM G lenses.
Native 4:3 Aspect Ratio
Dubbed the GFX ETERNA "55" in a nod to its diagonal sensor size, this camera incorporates one of the tallest sensors currently on the market. Its native 4:3 aspect ratio provides creators with a canvas that is 1.75x greater than 4-perf Super 35.
Five Main Formats
The GFX ETERNA 55 offers five main formats that are paired to specific lens categories:
- GF and Premista, for use with FUJIFILM lenses.
- 35mm, anamorphic (35mm), and Super 35, for use with a range of lenses from multiple brands.
- Each of these five formats has multiple resolution selections, further expanding your capture options.
Video Formats/Resolutions
The GFX ETERNA 55 expands the GFX100 II's video recording choices with new Open Gate, Super 35, and 2.39:1 anamorphic options using a large 43.8 x 32.9mm sensor.
- Open Gate is available in 3.8K 4:3 at rates up to 48 fps.
- Super 35 options include 6.3K24 in 16:9, DCI 4K30/UHD 4K30 in 17:9 and 16:9, and up to 1080p60 in 17:9 and 16:9.
- Anamorphic 2.39:1 is available in Cine 5.8K up to 30 fps, Super 35 8K24 in 2.39:1, and Super 35 4K24 in 1.2:1.
Anamorphic Ready
The GFX ETERNA's large 4:3 sensor is ready for you to combine with anamorphic lenses, and the camera provides real-time anamorphic de-squeezing for on-set monitoring.
Recording Codecs
Take full advantage of the GFX ETERNA 55's large sensor and internally record video in Apple ProRes 422/HQ/LT, 4:2:2, 10-bit HEVC/H.265, or H.264 or ProRes proxies. Use the HDMI output for external 4:2:2 10-bit uncompressed or 12-bit raw recording.
Custom Frame Guides
Users can create custom frame guides right from the viewfinder with up to three saved for quick access. Aspect ratios range include 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 16:9, 17:9, 2.39:1, and custom. Customizable functions include 1-100% scaling, four line widths, and five color options.
FUJIFILM G and ARRI PL Mounts
The native FUJIFILM G-mount ETERNA 55 camera is compatible with existing G-mount lenses and the new power-zoom G 32-90mm lens, which is optimized for this camera and features autofocus and auto iris functions, as well as geared focus, iris, and zoom rings. The included ARRI PL-mount adapter provides compatibility with an array of cine-style lenses and Cooke /i lens data where available.
Variable ND Filter
The built-in variable electronic ND filter lets you adjust your exposure without stopping down or opening up on your lens, ideal for bright exteriors, slow shutter effects, and shallow depth-of-field looks. This dial-control filter varies from ND 0.6 to ND 2.1, providing a range of two to seven stops in visually stepless .015 increments.
Low-Pass Filter
New to the GFX line, the included OLPF (optical low-pass filter) helps to reduce color anomalies and moiré effects, especially helpful when shooting with LED wall backgrounds.
| Lens Mount |
FUJIFILM G with Included ARRI PL Adapter |
| Image Sensor |
Large Format |
| Effective Sensor Resolution |
102 Megapixel |
| Image Stabilization |
No |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity |
Dual Base: 800 / 3200 |
| Max Recording Modes |
ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/H.265 ALL-Intra/ProRes 422LT/MOV |
| Max Video Output |
via SDI/BNC |
| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) [2 TB Maximum / V90 or Faster Recommended] |
| Video I/O |
1x BNC (12G-SDI) Output |
| Mobile App Compatible |
No |
| Battery |
NP-W235, V-Mount |
Imaging
| Lens Mount |
FUJIFILM G with Included ARRI PL Adapter |
| Lens Communication |
Yes |
| Image Sensor |
43.8 x 33.9 mm (Large Format) CMOS |
| Effective Sensor Resolution |
102 Megapixel |
| Image Stabilization |
No |
| Built-In ND Filter |
2 to 7 Stop Electronic ND Filter |
| Built-In CC Filter |
No |
| Internal Filter Holder |
No |
| Capture Type |
Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
| Shutter Type |
Electronic Rolling Shutter |
| Shutter Speed |
1/8 to 1/8000 Second |
| Shutter Angle |
5.6 to 360° |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity |
Dual Base: 800 / 3200 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Advertised Dynamic Range |
14 Stops |
| White Balance |
Range: 2000 to 11,000K |
| Exposure Modes |
Auto |
Focus
| Focus Mode |
Automatic, Manual Focus |
| Autofocus Sensitivity |
-2 to +1 EV |
Video Capture
| Internal Recording |
ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/H.265 ALL-Intra/ProRes 422LT/MOV |
| Video Output |
via SDI/BNC |
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support |
Yes |
| Gamma Curve |
FUJIFILM F-Log2, FUJIFILM F-Log2 C |
| Built-In Microphone |
Stereo |
| Audio Recording |
MOV: 2-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio |
