Sony FX3
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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Maker | Sony |
| Type | Full Frame MILC |
| Released | February 23, 2021 |
| Intro price | MSRP: USD 3900 (body) |
| Lens | |
| Lens mount | Sony E-mount |
| Lens | Interchangeable lens |
| Sensor/medium | |
| Sensor | Full Frame |
| Sensor type | Exmor R CMOS Sensor |
| Sensor size | 35.6mm x 23.8mm Full Frame |
| Sensor maker | Sony |
| Maximum resolution | 12 megapixels 4240 × 2832 |
| Film speed | ISO 80–102400, ISO 40-409600
Dual Gain Modes: S-Log 2 / S-Log 3: Low Base ISO 640 / High Base ISO 12,800 HLG: Low Base ISO 100 / High Base ISO 2000 Cine 2: Low Base ISO 50 / High Base ISO 1000 |
| Storage media | Dual Slot SD, SDHC, SDXC, CFexpress A UHS-II, UHS-I, CFexpress |
| Flash | |
| Flash | External flash |
| Flash synchronization | 1/250 s |
| Compatible flashes | Shoe Mount flash |
| Shutter | |
| Shutter | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type |
| Shutter speeds | 1/8000 to 30 seconds, bulb |
| Continuous shooting | Hi+: 10fps, Hi: 8fps, Mid: 6fps, Lo: 3fps |
| Image processing | |
| Image processor | BIONZ XR |
| General | |
| Video recording | XAVC S, XAVC HS 4K up to 120 fps, 1080p up to 120 fps, Raw 4.2k 16bit |
| LCD screen | 3.0" 1.44M dots (800 x 600 pixels) (SVGA) touchscreen variable-angle monitor |
| Battery | NP-FZ100 Li-ion |
| AV Port(s) | HDMI A, ⌀3.5 mm audio jack |
| Data Port(s) | USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC 3 |
| Body features | Active Mode optical image stabilization, Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation, Anti-Dust System |
| Dimensions | 129.7 mm × 77.8 mm × 84.5 mm (5.11 in × 3.06 in × 3.33 in) |
| Weight | 1,015 g (2.238 lb) including battery, memory card and XLR handle |
| Made in |  Thailand |
The Sony FX3 is Sony's latest full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens compact cinema camera announced on February 23, 2021.[1] The FX3 is based on the α7S III camera which was released the previous year. The camera will be available in mid-March 2021. The starting price of USD 3900/GBP 4200 makes it the most affordable model in Sony's Cinema line aimed at pro filmmakers.[2]
Features
Improved FX3 Features
- Comfortable, cage-free, handheld operation
- Greater than 1.6x battery runtime compared to a7S III
- USB-PD power option for extended shooting time
Common FX3/a7S III Features
- Full-frame camera
- Back-illuminated 12.1MP Exmor R CMOS sensor
- BIONZ XR processor
- High-speed rates of 120p in 4K and 240p in HD
- Dynamic range of 15+ stops
Shared FX3/A7S III Attributes
- 5-axis in-body image stabilization
- 16-bit raw output via HDMI
- S-Log2 gamma choice
- 80 to 409,600 ISO range (expanded)
Cinematic Recording
The FX3 comes with an S-Cinetone, a video preset used by Sony's cinema cameras. The FX3 can do UHD 4K capture similar to α7S III camera. The video-forward design of the FX3 also shares several handling and audio features with the FX6 and the ISO range and battery of the a7S III.[3]
Criticisms
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Many reviewers of the FX3 have addressed a few key shortcomings of the FX3. First, the lack of internally adjustable ND calls into question whether this is actually a ‘cinema’ camera as Sony asserts it to be. It has been said Sony chose to prioritize In-body Image Stabilization (IBIS) over ND which is odd given professionals are likely to hard-mount the camera or use a gimbal. Second, at the time of launch the FX3 is unable to set shutter angle (an essential filmmaking parameter). And lastly, the body. Many reviewers suggest the handle-grip on the body does not reflect how people are most likely going to use a ‘cinema camera’ and most have suggested they would rather give-up the handle in favour of internal ND adjustment. Sony fx3 has known issues after software updates. The camera may start randomly rebooting after the update, the ability to record and monitor sound may disappear, some other problems. Users do not recommend updating the software of this camera at home, since there is no possibility to roll back the software version. And restoring the camera software by simply replacing the microcircuit is impossible. The repair will require to replace the entire motherboard.
See also
References
- ^ "Sony FX3 is the company's most affordable cinema camera". GSMArena.com. GSMArena. 23 February 2021.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Sony FX3 is officially its smallest, cheapest cinema camera for pro filmmakers". Techradar. 23 February 2021.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "A closer look at Sony's FX3 compact cinematography camera". DPReview. 23 February 2021.
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