Sony FX30

The Sony FX30 (ILME-FX30) is Sony's first semi-professional APS-C mirrorless interchangeable-lens cinema camera in their Cinema Line. It was announced on September 28, 2022, and released in the following month. The FX30 is based on the full-frame FX3 released in the previous year. The starting price of $1800 (USD) makes it the most affordable model in Sony's Cinema Line, and it offers a step-up in video potential for the APS-C lineup.

Features

Features

* Back-illuminated Exmor R APS-C CMOS sensor
* S-Cinetone Picture Profile
* BIONZ XR processor
* H.265 10-bit 4:2:2 video codec
* Dual-Base ISO
* Dynamic range of 14+ stops
* 16-bit Raw video output
* High-speed rates of 120p in 4K and 120p in HD, 240p in S&Q
* Ability to preview user LUTs on LCD
* Real time Eye/Face AF
* Focus Assist & Focus Map features
* Active Mode Image Stabilization
* Tally Lamp while recording
* XLR audio inputs
* No EVF available

Limitations compared to FX3

* Larger sensor resolution, smaller pixels and lower performance in low light situations
* UHD 120p recording is cropped 1.5X
* Smaller dynamic range (14+ vs 15+ steps)
* Different Base ISO (High Base ISO 2500 vs 12800)

Shared FX3/A7S III Attributes

* Compatible XLR handle (for professional audio)
* 5-axis in-body image stabilization
* 16-bit raw output via HDMI
* S-Log3 Picture Profile
* Vari-angle touch screen LCD
* New Sony Menu

Zoom lever button (like on other professional devices)

Usually this button would be the Turn ON/Turn OFF button. On the ILME-FX30 Sony it is a Zoom lever which helps zooming in and out while recording. In MENU there is an option to set its sensivity and speed.

See also

* List of Sony E-mount cameras
* Sony FX3
* Sony A7S III

References

External links

{{Sony MILC cameras

Sony E-mount cameras, Sony ILME-FX3
Cameras introduced in 2021