Sony FX3 ILME-FX3 Full-Frame Cinema Line Camera
- Full-frame, 15+ stops dynamic range
- 4K 120p, 10-bit 4:2:2
- ISO up to 409,600
- S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG
- Cooling fan for uninterrupted 4K 60p
- XLR/TRS top handle, 1/4-20 mounting points
- Dual slots: CFexpress Type A and SDXC
- Sony E-mount, body only
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact full-frame cinema camera for solo shooters and small productions who need pro codecs, XLR audio and long recording. Its low stills resolution makes it a video tool first, and lenses are extra.
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ASIN: B08WJKKD47Model: ILME-FX3Category: Mirrorless Cameras
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Overview
A solo filmmaker or small crew gets a compact full-frame cinema camera that records high frame rate ultra HD with cinema color profiles and needs no cage to rig. A built-in cooling fan allows long takes, and the top handle adds professional XLR audio inputs.
Built-in cooling, XLR inputs and rigging points remove the cage and adapters many video setups need. Stills top out at a low resolution, so photographers wanting large prints should look elsewhere.
Who it's for
Filmmakers, wedding videographers and content studios get cinema color, high frame rates and pro audio in a rig-free body. Stills photographers should choose a high resolution camera.
Pros and cons
- Very wide dynamic range
- High frame rate video in 10-bit
- Cooling fan for long takes
- XLR audio via the handle
- Low 10.2 MP stills resolution
- Body only, lens not included
- Fast specialized memory cards required
Performance notes
The full-frame sensor reads every pixel in each recording mode, preserving detail without line skipping. High sensitivity and wide dynamic range hold detail in shadows and highlights in low light. The internal fan carries heat away so long takes do not stop, and sensor-shift stabilization steadies handheld shots.
Specifications
| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Model | ILME-FX3 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Photo sensor size | Full Frame (35mm) |
| Item weight | 1.5 kg |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
| Dynamic range | 15+ stops |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible mountings | Sony E/FE |
| Connectivity technology | HDMI Type A, USB Type C, Wi-Fi, NFC |
| Included components | |
| Included | Body, handle, NP-FZ100 battery, BC-QZ1 charger, AC cable, lens mount cap, handle shoe cap, cold shoe kit, manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Effective still resolution | 10.2 mp |
| Autofocus points | 627 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Phase and contrast detection, face tracking, eye AF |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift with Active mode |
| Video resolution | 4K 120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Iso | Up to 409,600, expanded minimum 80 |
| Picture profiles | S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG |
| Video capture format | XAVC-HS, XAVC-S-I, XAVC-S |
| Memory slots | 2: CFexpress Type A, SDXC |
| Audio inputs | XLR/TRS inputs on top handle |
| Screen | 3 inch articulating touchscreen, 1440000 dots |
Frequently asked questions
How do I rig the Sony FX3?
The body has 1/4-20 mounting points, so accessories attach without a cage, and the included top handle adds XLR/TRS inputs.
Does the Sony FX3 come with a lens?
No. It is body only, supplied with a lens mount cap.
Can the Sony FX3 record for long periods?
An in-body cooling fan allows uninterrupted 4K 60p recording.