# Sony Announces 65mm Extension System for VENICE 2 Cameras

The RIALTO 65 is tentatively due in the first half of 2027, with an $80,000 U.S. suggested price.

By Will Langan | 24X7 News
Published: 2026-10-29T16:09:47.712Z
Updated: 2026-10-29T16:09:47.712Z
Section: Technology
Format: News
Canonical: https://24x7news.us/articles/sony-rialto-65-venice-camera-system-october-29-2026

Sony Electronics announced October 29 that it plans to introduce RIALTO 65, an extension system bringing a larger image sensor to its VENICE 2 cinema camera.

The company tentatively expects availability in the first half of 2027. It lists a U.S. suggested retail price of $80,000 for the CBK-6510XS system.

The sensor measures 53.75 by 35.83 millimeters. Sony explains that “65mm” describes its cinema-format class, rather than the sensor’s width. Its imaging area is approximately 2.2 times that of a 35mm full-frame sensor.

The camera head can attach directly to the VENICE 2 body or connect separately by cable. Sony says the separated configuration is intended to support shooting in confined locations and other positions that constrain larger camera systems.

The system supports 9.6K recording and continues using VENICE 2 recording media and workflows. It requires dedicated firmware, version 6.00 or later.

Sony says specifications may change before release. The announcement establishes a planned product and preliminary specifications, rather than immediate retail availability.

Sources:
Sony Electronics — October 29 Product Announcement: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-to-launch-rialto-65-camera-extension-system-expanding-the-venice-2-camera-to-the-65mm-format-302923446.html

## Sources
- Sony Electronics — October 29 Product Announcement: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-to-launch-rialto-65-camera-extension-system-expanding-the-venice-2-camera-to-the-65mm-format-302923446.html