Sony FX30 Gray 2022

Sony FX30 Gray 2022

Sony
97 Overall Score
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Canon EOS90D Black 2019

Canon EOS90D Black 2019

Canon
84 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Sony FX30 Gray 2022

88 out of 100 high confidence 66 reviews

The Sony FX30 is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier cinema camera for its price, delivering superb image quality, excellent autofocus, and robust features like dual base ISO and XLR audio. Users highlight its value as a beginner-friendly yet professional-grade tool, with many noting it rivals more expensive models like the FX3. Minor criticisms include the lack of a viewfinder, a complicated menu system, and some software quirks, but these are largely overshadowed by its performance and versatility.

Pros
  • Superb image quality
  • Excellent autofocus
  • Great value for price
  • Dual base ISO
  • XLR audio handle
Cons
  • No viewfinder
  • Complicated menu system
  • Rolling shutter could be better
  • No shutter angle option
  • No open gate mode
👍 Image quality 12
👍 Value for money 10
👍 Autofocus 5
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Overheating 3
👎 Menu usability 3

Canon EOS90D Black 2019

92 out of 100 high confidence 36 reviews

The Canon 90D is widely praised as a powerful and reliable DSLR, even years after its release. Users highlight excellent image quality, especially at high ISO, and appreciate the familiar DSLR handling. It is considered a workhorse for both casual and professional photography, with strong performance for wildlife and video. While some mention a missing download cable and a learning curve for advanced features, overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.

Pros
  • Excellent image quality at high ISO
  • Familiar DSLR handling and controls
  • Great lens compatibility with existing EF/EF-S lenses
  • Solid build quality and durability
  • Strong performance for wildlife and sports photography
Cons
  • Missing download cable in the box
  • Learning curve for advanced features
  • Autofocus not as advanced as mirrorless systems
  • No built-in GPS for geotagging
  • Requires signature upon delivery
👍 Image quality 9
👍 Build quality 10
👍 Lens compatibility 5
👍 Ease of use 6
🤔 Autofocus performance 4
👍 Video quality 3

Scores

Product Photography
Sony
96
Canon
87
Photography
Sony
95
Canon
79
Video
Sony
95
Canon
82
Beginner
Sony
89
Canon
87
Youtube
Sony
88
Canon
78
Wedding Events
Sony
81
Canon
69
Streaming
Sony
80
Canon
72
Vlogging
Sony
78
Canon
64
Sports Wildlife
Sony
78
Canon
63
Travel
Sony
72
Canon
56

Specifications

Sony FX30Canon EOS90D
Sensor
TypeCMOSCMOS
Sizeaps-caps-c
Megapixels26 MP32.5 MP★
ISO Range100100
ProcessorBIONZ XRDIGIC 8
Autofocus
AF Points
495
45
AF TypeVideoPhase Detection: 495Phase Detection: 45 (45 Cross-Type)
Eye AF✓★✗
Animal AF✓★—
Subject Detection✓✓
Shooting
Burst (Mechanical)120 fps★10 fps
Burst (Electronic)120 fps★—
Max Shutter1/80001/16000
Electronic Shutter✓✓
Video
Max Resolution4K4K
4K FPS120 fps★30 fps
1080p FPS240 fps★120 fps
10-bit✓★✗
Log Profile✓★—
RAW Video✓★—
CodecXAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit, XAVC S, XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit, XAVC Proxy, ProResRAW 16-BitH.264/MP4
Display & EVF
Screen Size3"3"
Touchscreen✓✓
Articulating✓✓
EVF Resolution2.4M dots★1.0M dots
Build
Weather Sealed✗✗
Weight0.56 kg★0.62 kg
Battery Life570 shots1300 shots★
Connectivity
Wi-Fi✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
USBUSB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)★Micro-USB 2.0
HDMIHDMI OutputMini-HDMI
Hot Shoe✓✓

Pros & Cons

Sony FX30 Gray 2022

  • Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong burst (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile

Canon EOS90D Black 2019

  • Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong sensor (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Sony FX30

Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.

Sony FX30 Better at:

VideoTravelYoutubeVloggingStreamingPhotographyWedding EventsSports WildlifeProduct Photography