We talked with Julien about who he is as a filmmaker, why he’s been such a fan of the Sony FX6 for his work lately, and how he uses it to make content spanning different styles and genres.
Julien Jarry is an industry professional well-versed in a variety of filmmaking styles. He shoots documentaries, commercials, and works with brands like Sennheiser Microphones and Cannondale Bikes to make amazing content. Having worked as a DP, CO, and co-director over the years, Julien is no stranger to choosing the right camera for the task at hand, and the right Wooden Camera gear to fully equip him for his shoots.
Any director of photography knows how important it is to have gear as versatile as the jobs they’re hired for. Being able to adapt your setup to suit the shoot is paramount, which is why the Sony FX6 has become Julien Jarry’s preferred camera for his recent work and why it may be the right choice for you.
Meet Julien Jarry
Tell us about yourself. What sort of projects do you usually work on?
I'm a director of photography. But directing also comes very naturally to me, so I'm also co-directing on most sets that I'm hired for. Most of my experience is in documentaries, but I’ve tried to move into more commercial work over the last couple years. It’s been great, but it’s also shown me how much more meaningful documentaries are to me as a filmmaker.
I've traveled the world working with brands like Sennheiser and Cannondale, friends that have non-profits, with my church, and on personal projects that flex my documentary filmmaking muscles.
The FX6 – A New Generation of Workhorse
With all these different styles of camera work under his belt, what makes the FX6 his ideal camera?
Why did you choose the FX6? What do you like about it?
Right now I have two A7s3’s and an FX6, plus a second FX6 on the way.
There's a reason why a lot of people with other cameras are looking at the FX6 saying, “Wow, this is actually a better, more efficient tool for my job.” It might be a little less flashy, but it's the right tool. The FS7 was a beast of a workhorse, but the FX6 is the smaller, more powerful version of that — and it’s full frame. The internal NDs, XLR inputs, and that compact body just work.
Why go with FX6 for interviews?
I have never been and will never be an autofocus guy. But when I do sit-down interviews with multiple cameras and can turn on eye-autofocus and shoot wide open, the camera handles focusing for me. I can relax. I used to have to baby those lenses — not anymore.
Gearing Up for the Shoot
We asked Julien about the Wooden Camera gear he’s been using with his FX6, and how it helps his efficiency.
How long have you been using Wooden Camera gear with your FX6? What do you like about it?
I’ve only had the FX6 for around three months, and I’ve had the Wooden Camera Top Plate, Battery Slide Pro V-Mount, and PL Lens Support bracket since day one.
I like the Wooden Camera Top Plate (Sony FX6). It's tight and integrated, feeling like part of the camera. The FX6 is light and these accessories don’t add much weight. That matters — we want stability, but we don't want to overload the camera.
I don’t need 15mm rods or a base plate to use the Battery Slide Pro V-Mount. This is huge because I can use the FX6 handheld like any other camera. It integrates perfectly with the FX6 body and stays compact when paired with micro-batteries. And the E-Mount to PL Mount Pro is the only truly rock-solid PL mount option for the FX6.
What problems are Wooden Camera products able to solve for you? Do they change the efficiency of the shoot?
I never skipped a beat using Wooden Camera’s Battery Slide Pro V-Mount. I’m using Anton/Bauer micro batteries and can power the camera, monitors, Teradek, and other accessories without any issues. No workflow adjustments needed.
The Sony FX6 is becoming the go-to camera for professionals like Julien Jarry. If you need a high-quality workhorse, the FX6 might be a good fit for your production — and Wooden Camera has comprehensive kits and accessories to get your rig production-ready.
For more information on Julien Jarry and his projects, check out his website and Instagram.
