Sony Cinema Line ILMEFX3
The full-frame sensor delivers 15+ stops of dynamic range and 4K 120p 10-bit 4:2:2 recording with full pixel readout, backed by an internal cooling fan for uninterrupted 4K 60p capture. Its cage-free body integrates ¼”-20 mounting points and an XLR top handle, while S-Cinetone color science provides a cinematic look straight out of camera. This camera is best for solo filmmakers and run-and-gun shooters who need a compact, high-sensitivity body with professional audio and mounting flexibility.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong burst (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong social proof (97th percentile) 97th
- Strong af (92nd percentile) 92nd
- Strong video (88th percentile) 88th
Cons
- Below average sensor (5th percentile)
- Below average display (28th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 12 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | BSI-CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 10.2 MP |
| ISO Range | 80 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 627 |
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Animal AF | Yes |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 120 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 |
| 1080p FPS | 240 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| Codec | H.264 |
Build
| Weight | 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs |
Connectivity
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Cinema Line ILMEFX3 | Fujifilm X-H2S | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 | OM System OM-1 | Nikon Z Z8 | Canon EOS R R3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 10.2MP full-frame | 26.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 45.7MP full-frame | 24.1MP full-frame |
| AF Points | 627 | 425 | 315 | 1053 | 493 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 120 | 40 | 75 | 10 | 120 | 12 |
| Video | 4K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1500 | 579 | 721 | 511 | 907 | 822 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Cinema Line ILMEFX3 | 91.8 | 38.1 | 61.4 | 97.7 | 87.7 | 5.3 | 46 | 28 | 81.3 | 66 | 97.3 | 75.2 |
| Fujifilm X-H2S Compare | 89.4 | 96.1 | 93.4 | 92.6 | 97.4 | 96.9 | 98.3 | 98.8 | 62.6 | 94.3 | 93.3 | 94.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 86.6 | 88.9 | 96.3 | 94.6 | 97.1 | 61.5 | 90.4 | 85.4 | 92 | 94.3 | 75.9 | 96.5 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 97.5 | 83.7 | 93.9 | 84.4 | 46.8 | 95 | 85.4 | 92 | 86.4 | 82.6 | 86.8 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 91.3 | 93.6 | 86.8 | 99.8 | 98.6 | 69.9 | 90.1 | 85.4 | 0 | 94.3 | 60.9 | 92.6 |
| Canon EOS R R3 Compare | 98.9 | 95.1 | 97.3 | 83.2 | 95.9 | 51.5 | 46 | 85.4 | 43.1 | 94.3 | 84.6 | 86.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Price History
Usage Scores
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