Sony FX6 Vs Sony FX3 Both Are Great, But Which is Better?

In this video, we're going to compare the Sony FX6 and Sony FX3 cameras. Both cameras are great, but which one is the best for you?

Both the FX6 and FX3 cameras have many great features, but which one is right for you? We'll compare the features of the two cameras and help you decide which one is the right camera for your needs. So whether you're a beginner or an experienced videographer, this video is for you!

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[alexanderforde]

I recently upgraded to the FX6 from the FX3, and even tho the image quality is very similar, to me the user experience of using a more robust cinema cam system is worth it for me. Every time I shoot with it I'm geeking out inside lol. And like you said, client perception is real. Everyone just looks at the camera and is like "wow". That to me alone is worth it.

[Omgiamsotriggered]

Really simple difference between the two. Similiar features with a similiar image quality on the note that FX6 has more advanced features and gimmicks. FX6 more walks into the PRO PRO territory of a cinema camera, while FX3 is and can be considered PRO while still having some "amatuer" useful stuff like decent photo work. FX6 is way more robust and therefore can be easier to use, which in turns makes it "feel" like a real cinema shooting beast. FX3 is quite more nimble and light and good for hand or gimbal use, which then again has its own perks and advantages. Both cameras are excellent but have their own uses. Overall FX6 is a bigger brother and therefore without much surprise is a better camera, but due to its size its not applicable to use everywhere, where as fx3 in a small rig setup will perform and make those quality shots that make a huge difference in a project. The best way I always like to explain is FX6 is an A cam, while FX3 is B cam for supportive shots and work. One must also considered the type of work that youre gonna be included in, which densley impacts the type of camera u need. If youre doing youtube, weddings, vlogs, instagram and just want beautiful shots, even the APS-C FX30 is an excellent choice on a budget (if you dont plan on doing alot of low light shootings). FX3 is a perfect choice and golden middle ground for many. FX6 as a last choice is a full on fledged cinema camera that u dont really need if youre not gonna be doing cinema grade stuff. (youre not realistically bringing such a big camera for weddings okay, unless u hate your life :P). One might even consider A7SIII for more hybrid work.

[techutopiareviews]

nice topic, but did I miss u saying 5axis ois is missing with fx6?
this is a huge deal for so many videographers, stabilization.

[theblmcgroup]

Great points, and you're spot on who justifies your work based on the tools that you use. Whatever works for you and your art should override what you make it with. Also, you are an articulate guy, my dude. Keep up the outstanding work. 💪🏾

[MaineMountainMedia]

FX6 is perfect for nearly everything. Big fan of the FX3 for gimbal work though because my back ain't what it used to be haha.
Great points, they're all great cameras and they have they place in the world.

[JakeSloan]

I like the FX3 but the FX6 still has better functionality for me. that being said the FX6 colors are also better... not that most people would see the difference but I do lol

[verebellus]

i think that the fx6 with top handle is the perfect run and gun Cinema camera, E-ND is amazing

[StevenSmith-nqxe]

Fantastic video. I love the topics you choose (I’m an FX3 user, so this was especially good for me) and your friendly, conversational approach. Thank you!

[jakeohare]

With doc work I shoot a lot with the 10 bit long gop codec on the fx3. Such a helpful space saver while keeping enough color info. Pretty frustrating the fx6 doesn’t have it

[MSMImage]

I have both and have been contemplating purchasing another FX6 as a B cam to my main and using FX3 as a C cam. This video makes me want to pull the trigger even more lol

[AllThingsFilm]

I'm sure you heard that the DP for "Dune" shot his latest film, "The Creator", with the FX3. I think that's a huge promotion for the FX3. It definitely keeps the FX3 on my radar.

[JoeVazquezProductorMusical]

Hi buddy It's obvious that with the fx6 you're going to get a more crunchy image and better sharp images because fx6 brings internal ND filter without compromise the colors in film, otherwise with the fx3 when you put a External ND front in lens you have to be careful down the steps, anyway I think you know that already, the only 2 External ND I trust Polar Pro Peter McKinnon and Nisi filters, those are good but for some reason make a lil bit red skin tones and green color lil bit exaggerated making banding in some cases, so I prefer the Sony original internal ND filters and the best part of the FX6 vs FX3 with FX6 you can setup RAW-XAVC-I thru HDMI or SDI in the menu, the difference is so huge. Good video. Have a good one. 👍


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[dawb]

It seems like once you have an FX6 the 3 would be great for things like drone shots or to use as a "B" camera rather than getting the same sequence from a different angle and having to edit separate takes together.

[RonSchmidVisualsMedia]

I like the FX3 for making music video's and i use it also for Dutch TV its a very good camera

[Justin_Allen]

Great video showcasing the differences. FYI at 9:54 right at the cut your audio went out of sync. It came back at 10:25. I have the FX3 and really wanted to get the FX6 however I had to switch out to a Red camera this week all because the only Sony camera with genlock is the FX9 (4 years old) and the Sony Venice ($40, 000 more than I can afford to spend). Hopefully Sony announces a new professional camera soon.

[Alanwking]

Thanks for your breakdown of what Cinema is and for explaining how we get so caught up in our interpretations of labels: "Cinema, " "epic, " etc. I use the FX30 and I consider it a Cinema camera. It's video first, with some photography features.

[mikecardan]

I'm about to switch from Canon to Sony and I think the first cinema line camera I'm going to purchase is the Sony FX30. Great video.

[Rossieable]

I worked at a video rental house in NYC for over a year and had dozens of people ask me what the difference is between these two.
The answer is usability. With the announcement of the FX6 Cine EI update, the FX6 is currently the superior all-purpose camera in Sony’s cinema camera line.

[RealRyanSecord]

Okay, so you said you prefer the FX6 for handheld, and yet, the FX3 has IBIS. Can you make a video on that? Because I will likely be doing a lot of handheld stuff and that is an interesting point you made.

Additionally, would you say that an FX6, despite being more "professional", is technically a better "beginner" camera over the FX3 because of the conveniences? I've been considering jumping into the deep end with an FX6 as a beginner just to do it, but if the FX6 may be easier, it removes that difficult stigma.

[josephfriedman]

I have clients who don't really have an opinion about which cameras I bring to the shoot. I own the FS7 and an EX3. I do two camera interviews and although there is a slight color difference between the two, it's not a big deal matching them in Resolve.