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Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera with XLR Handle Unit

SKU: SOILMEFX30 MFR: ILME-FX30
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning visuals with the FX30's Super 35mm CMOS sensor, perfect for cinematic image quality.
  • Record detailed 4K video at up to 120fps, ideal for slow-motion shots and dynamic action scenes.
  • Achieve professional audio with the included XLR handle unit, ensuring pristine sound recording.
  • Enjoy enhanced low light performance with ISO up to 32000, great for challenging environments.
  • Utilize Fast Hybrid AF for precise focus, keeping your subject sharp, even when in motion.
  • Create stable footage using 5-axis in-body stabilization, perfect for handheld shooting.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?RUSS C : Content CreationWALLY A : I needed a small camera set up with XLR inputsDIEGO P : FX3's little brother! As long as you can deal with APS-C crop, significant difference in low-light base ISO (2500 compared to FX3's 12,800), and noisier 4k 120fps, you're getting a camera that benefits from years of development within Sony's Cinema Line. Of course, no Internal ND's on this guy. But is it even possible on such a small form factor? Maybe? Overall I'm pleased with the functionality for the value.JENNY H : I needed something for my muse. This one had the feature set I wanted!!!CHARLESTON C : cheaper than the fx3. My video focused camera along with my A74.MIGUEL S : More Quality video and great price love it.BENJAMIN L : Features, price, convenience and brand.TREVAUHN G : Wedding Film makingBenedict B : Great cameraPRINCE CLARENCE K : I am a videographer and I want a camera is is good in low lightSILVIA M B : Because I'm looking for a lightweight digital cinema cameraZACHARY E : upgraded for my video businessMARIUS H : I have a couple of FX3's and an FX6 and this seem like a perfect match for additional camera or when I need to travel light and can use the smaller APS-C lenses.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2025-03-08T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Sony living up to it's standards - Great camera -

A lovely handy camera, great to use for wedding photography & video as I do for a living. Very disappointing however that after spending such a lot of money on a good camera, there is not even a strap in the box. Sadly I am now using my FX 30 with a canon strap that I used from an older camera which I no longer use.

Laurenti P.

2025-02-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Brilliant Camera suitable for High End Movies

I have just bought this camera and am totally delighted with it. With it's discreet size, I can take this camera to places where a bigger one would not be permitted. It is brodcast quality. I am a TV & Film Cameraman with 50 years experience in the industry, including 3 years in Hollywood, where I shot one of the first Feature Films to be digitally originated

digidavey

2024-12-31T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Fx30

I bought this camera in June 2024, besides certain "issues" with the noise at lower light, it's a awesome camera, hands down and the image quality is excellent.

cgpro2002

2024-11-27T07:06:33

Rated 5 out of 5

User Friendly Fx30

Coming from Canon to Sony i thought I was going to have a hard time adjusting to the menu but it felt seamlessly and more intuitive!!! I love this camera!!

EMMANUEL C.

2024-11-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing Value and Quality

I bought this because I wanted a reliable camera for weddings and events. It has surpassed my expectations, there's some stuff I have to relearn and things I will miss with my old camera by switching to the FX30, but it's worthy trade off. I highly recommend this to other professionals.

jl701

2024-11-05T08:28:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Urgent Shipping was Reliable!

I ordered this in preparation for a last-minute corporate gig, and Adorama was able to deliver the camera within 2 days reliably. Your shipping department deserves congratulations. Also, I purchased the FX 30 KIT version because the extras are quite useful. I actually used the GREEN battery in my corporate gig; it held up quite well in relation to the original Sony battery.

ALEJANDRO C.

2024-09-12T11:38:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Great gear at affordable prices

I got everything I wanted for almost half the price I was going to spend on other stores. The customer service were great a guy Name Jeffrey got me everything I needed and made sure that everything was compatible

MARQUETTE G.

2024-08-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT CAMERA

The camera is great quality in terms of 4k live streaming and the image quality is perfect. really happy with the built in fan as it doesnt overheat

matisse29323

2024-08-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome camera

This is a great camera, moved from Nikon over to Sony and I absolutely love it

Nándor

2024-08-18T20:02:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Cinema Line I can buy.

This is my first Sony camera, and I expected to start with an inexpensive full frame. So I love the fact it shares the same body as the FX3 (with fan, lots of custom buttons, solid), and shares the menu with all the options to record. But what Sony did with this model is copy the FX9 recording: a 4K image (including DCI 4096!) using the whole 6K sensor and oversampling resolution and color. So instead of a $3800 12MP camera, you have an $1800 26MP camera, with a 1.55x crop. Embrace the long lens, OR enjoy choices like the Sony 16-55 f2.8: a 24-85mm full-frame effective lens at about a pound! Autofocus and stabilization as expected, I feel there's no better choice to step into the Sony world than this. Lastly, 90% video, shooting indie films, coming from the GH5 and Blackmagic Pocket cameras. Bought here at Adorama, with a Ninja V to record the 4.6K raw it exports, so pleased.

MICHAEL L.

2024-08-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony fx30 Saved my life.

I bought this as the obvious choice?not as a run and gun,as a cinema camera,meaning I control the environment 100% lights shadows etc?first day testing it out as a newbie I was offered a job.(100% true) filming the U.S Open in California.

Danielthecreator

2024-07-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for all my video needs. Wedding.

I bought this camera 12 months ago ago coming a super nice a6500 where I learn all my video basic skills to this pro level camera when I really get to put all my skills together. I love this camera.

Arony1

2024-06-27T14:03:30

Rated 5 out of 5

Priced right and performs!

Perfect video camera for a cinematic look.

Paul D.

2024-04-28T02:05:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for my needs

Incredible how much they have packed into this camera ! I'm extremely pleased with the value in this body and the handle I purchased with it as a kit had been extremely worth it. For context I am an audio professional ( mix engineer ). I have a home studio and I wated to bring high quality visuals and content to my brand and this has been the perfect tool.

CHRIS M.

2024-04-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing for the Money!

To be honest it performs way better than I expected for this price point! Yea it has some draw backs. But what do you really expect under $2k?

Clebluemusic

2024-04-24T08:06:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Adorama is the best Thank you

Awesome purchase. Adorama is the best

SEAN M.

2024-04-11T08:23:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera

Great camera

JESUS C.

2024-03-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera, afordable price

I have been using the FX30 for more than a year, and It is an excellent camera, mostly used for documentaries and interviews, easy workflow (If your computer handles log files), easy to color grade, no regrets at all!

JulioPC

2024-02-15T16:09:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Bang for the Buck Cinema Camera

Such an incredible, powerful little camera. It's light, practical, decently priced and easy to just grab and go. I highly recommend this camera to anyone / everyone.

NICHOLAS S.

2023-12-06T12:22:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Value Camera

this camera was one of the best investment a serious profesional could make. I really loe working with this camera I have it for about a year now and I do not regret on buy it.

Argenis I.

2023-12-03T12:38:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Great entry to cinema

Super good camera for the price

Bob V.

2023-11-17T07:10:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Best cinema camera under 2K

Great quality at an affordable price.

BENJAMIN L.

2023-10-23T15:10:18

Rated 5 out of 5

perfect second camera

i had fx3 before, i use it on gimbal,perfect

Sunny B.

2023-09-28T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

no battery info

A massive problem with the firmware update, no battery info. It shows up on the app so clearly a bug. Also why no shutter angle? This is a Bcam for my FX6 these things are 101.

Max B.

2023-08-17T08:22:45

Rated 5 out of 5

Cinema Camera with an amazing cost-benefit!

I am very satisfied with this camera that delivers excellent image results, 10 bits, and 4k 60fps - exactly what I was looking for. The value of this camera is much higher than the price. And the FX30 has great features that help with professional video production.

Raphael S.

2023-07-18T12:27:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality for the price

As a long time BMPCC 4K user, I love the continuous automatic focus feature of this camera with image quality quite similar to BMPCC 4K.

IBRAHIM E.

2023-07-04T09:43:13

Rated 5 out of 5

AMAZING for video

This is the best camera for video, I'd say "on a budget" but that doesn't even do it justice. Sure it's great on the wallet, but it is actually a cinematic masterpiece. 10/10 recommend!

JENNIFER T.

2023-07-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent camera

To get all the feature on thi camera is well worth the price. Pictur quality is up there Excellent. The low light is not as good as my full frame but aceptible in most scenery I do miss the evf there is none on this camera

dhardjo

2023-06-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera for the price.

Honestly, this is probably the best bang for buck you can get right now. Sony autofocus, colors, and just features in general make it amazing. And I've used it to match with fx9 and fx6 and it's flawless. I love it.

RjhurstDP

2023-06-27T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Great cam but have some stuff I don't like

The camera is good but dont have raw system the most important thing in the film industry you have a great name Sony but you have to know if you make the decision to make this products new cinema line in your brand tell me the reason your don't introduce in the camera system now i have to buy another piece to film in raw and make happen waisted and spend more money for some one miss this idea?.

Lildollar09

Sony FX30 Specifications

Recording (video)

Recording (video)

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  • Recording Format (Video)

    [XAVC S-I 4K]: XAVC S-I 4K 59.94p, 600 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I 4K 50p, 500 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I 4K 29.97p, 300 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I 4K 25p, 250 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I 4K 23.98p, 240 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

    [XAVC S-I HD]: XAVC S-I HD 59.94p, 222 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

  • Recording Format (Video) (Contd.)

    XAVC S-I HD 50p, 185 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I HD 29.97p, 111 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I HD 25p, 93 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S-I HD 23.98p, 89 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

    [XAVC S 4K]: XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p, 200 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p, 150 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

  • Recording Format (Video) (Contd..)

    XAVC S 4K 29.97p/25p, 140 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S 4K 23.98p, 100 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S 4K 29.97p/25p/23.98p, 100 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S 4K 29.97p/25p/23.98p, 60 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S 4K 119.88p/100p, 280 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S 4K 119.88p/100p, 200 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

  • Recording Format (Video) (Contd...)

    [XAVC S HD]: XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p, 50 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p, 50 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p, 25 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC HD 29.97p/25p, 16 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S HD 119.88p/100p, 100 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
    XAVC S HD 119.88p/100p, 60 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

  • Recording Format (Video) (Contd....)

    [XAVC HS 4K]: XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p, 200 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p, 150 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p/23.98p, 100 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p, 75 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p, 45 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 23.98p, 100 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265

  • Recording Format (Video) (Contd.....)

    XAVC HS 4K 23.98p, 50Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 23.98p, 50 Mbps 4:2:0 10bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 23.98p, 30 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 119.88p/100p, 280 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
    XAVC HS 4K 119.88p/100p, 200 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265

  • Recording Format (Audio)

    LPCM 2 ch(48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch(48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4 ch(48 kHz 24 bit)

  • Recording Frame Rate

    [XAVC S-I 4K]: 3840x2160/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
    [XAVC S-I HD]: 1920x1080/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
    [XAVC S 4K]: 3840x2160/119.88p,100p,59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
    [XAVC S HD]: 1920x1080/119.88p,100p,59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p
    [XAVC HS 4K]: 3840x2160/119.88p,100p,59.94p, 50p, 23.98p

  • Recording/Playback Time

    [XAVC S-I 4K]:
    XAVC S-I 4K 59.94p:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 25 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 10 minutes

    XAVC S-I 4K 50p:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 35 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 15 minutes

    [XAVC S-I HD]:
    XAVC S-I HD 59.94p:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 75 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 35 minutes

  • Recording/Playback Time (Contd.)

    XAVC S-I HD 50p:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 90 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 40 minutes

    [XAVC S 4K]:
    XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p 200M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 80 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 40 minutes

    XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p 150M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 100 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 50 minutes

  • Recording/Playback Time (Contd..)

    [XAVC S HD]:
    XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p 50M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 270 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 130 minutes

    XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p 25M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 430 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 210 minutes

    [XAVC HS 4K]:
    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 200M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 80 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 40 minutes

  • Recording/Playback Time (Contd...)

    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 150M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 100 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 50 minutes

    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 100M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 150 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 75 minutes

    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 75M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 190 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 95 minutes

  • Recording/Playback Time (Contd....)

    XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 45M:
    When using CEA-G160T (160 GB): Approx. 290 minutes
    When using CEA-G80T (80 GB): Approx. 140 minutes

  • Recording Format (Proxy Audio)

    XAVC Proxy: AAC-LC, 128 kbps, 2 ch

  • Recording Format (Proxy Video)

    [XAVC HS HD]:
    MPEG-H HEVC/H.265: 1920x1080 4:2:0 10 bit 16 Mbps, 1920x1080 4:2:0 10 bit 9 Mbps

    [XAVC S HD]:
    MPEG-4 AVC/H.264: 1280x720 4:2:0 8 bit 6 Mbps

  • RAW Output

    HDMI:4672 x 2628 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p), 16bit

Other video function

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  • Video functions

    Audio Level Display
    Audio Rec Level
    TC/UB
    Creative Look
    Gamma Display Assist
    PAL/NTSC Selector

Recording (Still)

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  • Recording format

    JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant)

  • Image size (pixels) [3:2]

    L: 6192 x 4128 (26M), M: 4384 x 2920 (13M), S: 3104 x 2064 (6.4M)

  • Image size (pixels) [4:3]

    L: 5504 x 4128 (23M), M: 3888 x 2920 (11M), S: 2752 x 2064 (5.7M)

  • Image size (pixels) [16:9]

    L: 6192 x 3480 (22M), M: 4384 x 2464 (11M), S: 3104 x 1744 (5.4M)

  • Image size (pixels) [1:1]

    L: 4128 x 4128 (17M), M: 2912 x 2912 (8.5M), S: 2064 x 2064 (4.3M)

Camera Section

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  • Imaging Device (Type)

    APS-C type (23.3 x 15.5 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor

  • Number of pixels (effective)

    Movie: Approx. 20.1 megapixels, Still image: Approx. 26.0 megapixels

  • Number of pixels (total)

    Approx. 27.0 megapixels

  • ISO Sensitivity

    [Movie] ISO 100-32000 equivalent , AUTO (ISO 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit), [Still image] ISO 100-32000 (Expandable to ISO 50- 102400), AUTO (ISO 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit)

  • Shutter Speed

    [Movie] 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode), [Still image] 1/8000 to 30 sec

  • Slow and Quick Motion Function

    [XAVC S-I 4K / XAVC S 4K / XAVC HS 4K]NTSC mode: 1fps,2fps,4fps,8fps,15fps,30fps,60fps,120fps, PAL mode:1fps,2fps,3fps,6fps,12fps,25fps,50fps,100fps
    [XAVC S-I HD / XAVC S HD]NTSC mode: 1fps,2fps,4fps,8fps,15fps,30fps,60fps,120fps,240fps, PAL mode: 1fps,2fps,3fps,6fps,12fps,25fps,50fps,100fps,200fps

  • White Balance

    Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Underwater / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & color filter / Custom

  • Gamma Curve

    Off / PP1-PP6 / PP10-PP11, Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset

  • Latitude

    14+ stop (S-Log3)

Focus System

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  • Type

    Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)

  • Focus point

    [Movie] 495 points (phase-detection AF), [Still image] 759 points (phase-detection AF)

  • Sensitivity range

    EV-3 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)

  • Focus mode

    [Movie] AF-C (Continuous AF), Manual Focus [Still image] AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus

  • Focus area

    [Movie] Wide / Zone / Center Fix / Spot / Expand Spot [Still image] Wide / Zone / Center Fix / Spot / Expand Spot / Tracking

  • Other focus features

    Eye AF ([Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bird), ([Still images] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bird)
    [Movie] AF Transition Speed
    [Movie] AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity
    [Still] AF Tracking Sensitivity
    Face detection (Face/Eye Prior. in AF)
    Face Priority in Multi Metering
    Regist. Faces Priority
    Focus Magnifier (APS-C: 6.1x / 12.1x)

Exposure Control

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  • Metering sensitivity

    EV-3 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)

  • Exposure Modes

    [Movie] Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode
    [Sill images] Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M)

Playback

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  • Playback functions

    Index view
    Folder selection (Date / Still / Movie)
    Photo capture
    4ch audio monitoring
    Auto Review (stills)
    Image orientation (stills)
    Protect (stills)
    Rating (stills)
    Display as Group (stills)

Interface

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  • Audio Input

    3.5 mm Stereo minijack, XLR handle: [INPUT1][INPUT2] XLR/TRS-type 3-pin(female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable, Mic Reference -40 to -60 dBu / [INPUT3] 3.5 mm Stereo minijack

  • USB Terminal

    USB Type-C (x1, SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible), Multi/Micro USB (x1)

  • Headphone Output

    3.5 mm Stereo minijack

  • Speaker Output

    Built-in, monaural

  • HDMI Output

    HDMI connector (Type-A)
    YCbCr 4:2:2 10 bit / RGB 8 bit

  • TC Input/TC Output

    Multi/Micro USB, TC IN

  • Multi Interface Shoe

    With Digital Audio Interface

Monitoring

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  • LCD

    7.5 cm (3.0-type), Approx. 2.36M dots, touch panel
    Opening Angle:Approx. 176 Degree , Rotation Angle:Approx. 270 Degree

Built-in Microphone

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  • Built-in Microphone

    Built-in, stereo

  • Type

    CFexpress Type A / SD card (x2), Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy

File System

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  • File System

    FAT12, 16, 32, exFAT

  • Zoom Function

    Zoom ring rotate
    Clear Image Zoom ([Movie] Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD) [Still image] L: Approx. 2x, M: Approx. 2.8x, S: Approx. 4x )
    Digital zoom ([Movie] Approx. 4x [Still image] L: Approx. 4x, M: Approx.. 5.7x, S: Approx. 8x), Smart zoom ([Still image] M: Approx. 1.4x, S: Approx. 2x)

Still image function

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  • Shutter

    Electronic shutter

  • Drive modes

    Single Shooting, Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket

  • Noise reduction

    High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off

  • Other still image function

    Electronic Front Shutter Curtain
    Silent Shooting
    Anti-flicker Set

Image Stabilization

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  • Type

    Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (Compensation depends on lens specifications)

  • Mode

    [Movie] Active / Standard / Off, [Still image] On / Off

  • Compensation Effect (still images)

    5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted.)

Custom Function

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  • Custom Function

    Custom key settings, My Menu, My Dial Settings, Reg. Custom Shoot Set

Lens Compensation

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  • Lens Compensation

    Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

Wi-Fi/NFC

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  • Supported Format

    IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

  • Frequency Band

    2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band

  • Security

    WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK

Bluetooth

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  • Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Standard Ver. 5.0 (2.4 GHz band))

FTP Transfer

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  • FTP Transfer

    Wired LAN (USB-LAN), USB Tethering, Wi-Fi

General

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  • Camera Type

    Interchangeable lens digital camera

  • Lens Mount

    E-mount

Operation

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  • Operating Temperature

    32 to 104 degrees F (0 to 40 degrees C)

  • Storage Temperature

    -4 to +131 degrees F (-20 to +55 degrees C)

  • Power Consumption

    [Movie] Approx. 5.6 W (with E PZ 18-105mm F4 OSS lens attached)
    [Still image] Approx. 3.5 W (with E PZ 18-105mm F4 OSS lens attached)

  • Battery Operating Time

    Approx. 115 min (Actual recording, CIPA standard)
    Approx. 175 min(Continuous recording, CIPA standard)
    Approx. 570 shots (Still image, CIPA standard)

  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium ion

  • Battery Type

    Non-universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

Physical

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  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    5 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 3 3/8" (129.7 x 77.8 x 84.5mm) (body without protrusions)

  • Weight

    22.7 oz (646g) (with battery and memory card included)
    19.8 oz (562g) (body only)
    2 lbs (951g) (with XLR Handle, battery and memory card included)

  • UPC Code

    027242925212

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Sony FX30 Compact Cinema Camera: Hands-On Review

Sony FX30 Compact Cinema Camera: Hands-On Review

The all-new Sony FX30 Cinema Camera exhibits all the features young and independent filmmakers are currently looking for to make great cinematic footage on a budget. The new Super 35mm sensor makes it ...

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About Sony FX30

FEATURED REVIEWS

Brilliant Camera suitable for High End Movies

By digidavey

I have just bought this camera and am totally delighted with it. With it's discreet size, I can take this camera to places where a bigger one would not be permitted. It is brodcast quality. I am a TV & Film Cameraman with 50 years experience in the industry, including 3 years in Hollywood, where I shot one of the first Feature Films to be digitally originated

Perfect for my needs

By CHRIS M.

Incredible how much they have packed into this camera ! I'm extremely pleased with the value in this body and the handle I purchased with it as a kit had been extremely worth it. For context I am an audio professional ( mix engineer ). I have a home studio and I wated to bring high quality visuals and content to my brand and this has been the perfect tool.

Take your filmmaking to the next level with the FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera with XLR Handle Unit, a high-performance camera that combines Sony's acclaimed image sensor technology with advanced features for professional-grade video production.

This camera boasts a 26.1 MP Exmor R APS-C (Super 35mm format) image sensor, offering high sensitivity, low noise, and a wide dynamic range. With 6K oversampling, it compresses a vast amount of information into 4K (QFHD: 3840 x 2160) output, delivering 4K movies with exceptional resolution. The image sensor maximizes light collection efficiency, ensuring clear, usable images even in dim light.

The FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera is equipped with S-Cinetone, a technology that produces natural mid-tones, soft colors, and gorgeous highlights, giving your footage a cinematic look straight out of the camera. It also offers three modes for recording with the S-Log3 gamma curve, providing optimized image quality for post-production grading and finishing.

The camera's Dual Base ISO feature offers two sensitivity settings - ISO 800 and ISO 2500, allowing you to select an appropriate noise floor and maximize the camera's dynamic range in various lighting conditions. With a wide 14+ stop latitude, it minimizes the risk of blown highlights or blocked shadows, ensuring top-quality images in any shooting situation.

The FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera also offers sophisticated autofocus features, including Real-time Eye and Real-time Tracking AF, ensuring precise focus on your subjects. It also features an in-body 5-axis sensor shift image stabilizer for increased stabilization during handheld movie shooting.

This camera supports a wide range of recording formats, including 10-bit 4:2:2 video internally when using Long GOP or All Intra compression. It also offers creative slow-motion options with up to 4K (QFHD) 120p with autofocus, and 4K 16-bit RAW output from HDMI terminal for compatible external recorders.

The FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera comes with an XLR handle unit for high-quality external audio input, and a time code input synchronization capability for syncing with a second camera. It also features a new list-style main menu for quick access to frequently used items, making it a user-friendly choice for both professional and amateur filmmakers.

In summary, the FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera with XLR Handle Unit is a versatile, high-quality camera that offers a range of advanced features for professional-grade video production. Whether you're shooting a documentary, a music video, or a feature film, this camera is designed to deliver exceptional results.

Sony FX30 Features

  • 26.1 MP Exmor R APS-C (Super 35mm format) image sensor with wide dynamic range
  • S-Cinetone for a cinematic look straight out of the camera without grading
  • Flexible ISO, Cine EI Quick and Cine EI Log shooting modes for optimized image quality
  • User LUTs can be applied to the LCD display and HDMI output and embedded in clips
  • Dual Base ISO and a 14+ stop range for wide latitude and low-noise images
  • Log recording for smooth cinematic image quality when color grading
  • Dependable, accurate autofocus with Real-time Eye and Real-time Tracking AF
  • Image stabilization Active Mode supports handheld movie shooting
  • Extensive recording formats for high image quality and advanced post-production
  • Creative slow-motion options with up to 4K (QFHD) 120p with autofocus
  • 4K 16-bit RAW output from HDMI terminal for compatible external recorders
  • A selection of Creative Looks to create interesting moods right in the camera
  • Sophisticated focus functions to handle any situation
  • Uninterrupted 4K 60p recording with cooling fan ventilation
  • Metadata to facilitate editing with Catalyst Browse and Prepare software
  • Proxy recording for efficient editing workflow
  • XLR handle unit for high-quality external audio input
  • Time code input synchronization capability
  • Still image shooting function
  • New list-style main menu for quick access to frequently used items
  • Flexible, high-resolution touch-panel LCD monitor
  • Broad connectivity for a wide range of shooting needs
  • Dual card slots, both compatible with CFexpress Type A and SDXC/SDHC
  • Recording (tally) lamps and emphasized record displays
  • Comprehensive zoom control
  • Uninterrupted power for extended recording by USB PD support
  • Multiple 1/4"-20 threaded mounting points make a cage unnecessary
  • Compact, lightweight body designed for mobility
  • Dust and moisture resistant design to handle challenging environments
  • Durable magnesium alloy chassis
  • One Mount: connect seamlessly with E-mount interchangeable lenses

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 3 months for labor.

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Capture stunning visuals with the FX30's Super 35mm CMOS sensor, perfect for cinematic image quality.
  • Record detailed 4K video at up to 120fps, ideal for slow-motion shots and dynamic action scenes.
  • Achieve professional audio with the included XLR handle unit, ensuring pristine sound recording.
  • Enjoy enhanced low light performance with ISO up to 32000, great for challenging environments.
  • Utilize Fast Hybrid AF for precise focus, keeping your subject sharp, even when in motion.
  • Create stable footage using 5-axis in-body stabilization, perfect for handheld shooting.

What's in the box:

  • Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera (ILME-FX30)
  • Rechargeable Battery (NP-FZ100)
  • USB Battery Charger (AC-UUD12)
  • Top Handle with XLR Input Module
  • Body Cap
  • MI Accessory Shoe Cap
  • Handle Shoe Cap
  • USB-A to USB-C Cable (USB 3.2)
  • Sony 1 Year Limited Warranty