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The Sony FX5 is on backorder after just 24 hours,as the "handheld Hollywood" camera is a huge hit
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The Sony FX5 was only available for 24 hours before demand exceeded supply in Japan, as the "handheld Hollywood" cinema camera is already achieving blockbuster success.
Announced last week, the Sony FX5 is due to launch on August 21.
"We began accepting orders for the professional camcorder 'FX5' on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, and have received significantly more orders than we anticipated," announced Sony.
"Announcement Regarding the Supply of the Professional Camcorder FX5 Thank you for your continued patronage of Sony products.
(Image credit: Sony)According to the listing on Japan's official Sony Store website, fulfilment of new orders is currently expected to take place in September.