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.
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