Sony FX3 Review (+ comparison to Sony a7S III)

The Sony FX3 cinema camera is basically a Sony a7S III in a cinema-oriented body. We'll show you how it works and tell you how it compares to the a7S III.

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[Richards]

For real, this video really brought out your eyes in a pleasing way. Take that for whatever it's worth.

[rw]

This is the best and probably least fan boy review I’ve seen. Thanks for the high quality review.

[JWS]

Something I really liked about this camera and would love to see on more cameras at all levels moving forward are the in camera mounting points. No more cages. Great idea.

[mousse]

Loved the way you framed and composed this video.

[petermclennan]

DPRTV presentations continue to increase in production value and information content. Good on ya, boys!

[MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Finally someone points out the importance of the EVF. I always use the EVF to record in sunlight - which is why I think the A7Siii is better for me out of the two. Plus it can take great photos - sure 12mp but that’s good enough in a lot of circumstances. EVF helps there too. Thanks Jordan!!

[moonvic]

I got the FX3 and am super happy with it, ideal for gimbal work and also tripod use with audio inputs, in my case

[surrogatemarker]

All being equal. I think I prefer the Sony over the S1H in the past few videos but they are very close. However, I don’t know what impacts your workflow may have had when working with the Sony footage.. I’m only seeing the final results.. it may be interesting for you to talk about post workflow issues and differences between the Sony and Panasonic platforms in producing the final results.

[jameiswilson]

DPRTV is the best camera review channel on YT. Thanks guys!

[GermanViking]

Even the oldie Panasonic Gh5 comes with some more convinient features, they are just making the same mistakes as Canon reserving stuff they could perfectly fit in for no reason.

[maaaps]

Don't know about the Panasonic, but I really thought the past couple episodes shot on the FX3 looked better than the ones shot on the Pentax K-01. Could just be me though.

[ResizeFilms]

The FX3 is a way better camera for professional video work than the a7S III hands down.
XLR inputs, active cooling system, mounting points, top handle, tally lights, great updated features. Makes much more sense for any sort of filmmaking.

[nikinik]

No complains for the video quality Jordan. This camera got this filmic look, not too saturated, especially outdoor scenes are great.Big thumbs up.I am still Olymposonic fan, but we have to give sony credit, because they rule the sensor world.

[willvazquez]

The FX3 renders a prettier image than the A7SIII. I own both cameras and I can confirm that the colors are richer and the highlight rolloff is smoother. There's a little magic fairy dust that Sony sprinkled on the FX3. Is it major compared to the A7SIII? No, it's maybe 10% prettier. But isn't that the difference between an Alexa and a Sony? It's all in the subtleties.

[DarqueSoul]

any chance we can get a comparison of the FX3 and Canon C70?

[cbflazaro]

im going with the fx3 for 4 reasons:
1: the included handle allow me to connect 2 "wireless go II" and have all 4 lapels i use at weddings connected to 1 camera, saving me on sync'ing etc.
2: all the buttons and default controls are more in tune for video
3: tally lights
4: more mounting points. which means no need for cages.

Bonus for it looking more like a video camera. doesnt really bother me, but maybe is more likely to shut up those telling me to get a "video camera"

[wparo]

This man knows his stuff. I feel stupid watching these videos.

[Glen.Danielsen]

Really outstanding review! Dripping with insights and helpful information. Thanks so much! 💛🙏🏼

[Ihavegumgum]

S1h still preferable. Best of the best

[ishfaq]

Let's hope FX3 will get an Firmware update 2.0 with A7IV features, like A7SIII got an FX3 (S-Cinetone) update as 2.0. It'll make FX3 a step above A7SIII.