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02.15.2024

02-15-2024 - News

New VENICE 2 Frame Line Tool Available

By: SonyCine Team

Now available: Sony's new VENICE 2 interactive frame line tool allows you to customize frame lines and upload them to your camera.

The tool is available to use at no cost by visiting the tools section of sonycine.com or click the link.

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