Sony Cinema Line FX3
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 (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong video (87th percentile) 87th
Cons
- Below average sensor (4th percentile)
- Below average display (25th 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 | 0.7 kg / 1.6 lbs |
Connectivity
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Cinema Line FX3 | Fujifilm X-T4 X-T4 | Nikon Z5 II Z5 II | Panasonic LUMIX S5 IIX S5 IIX | Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II | Leica SL SL3-S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 10.2MP full-frame | 26.1MP aps-c | 24.5MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 45MP full-frame | 24.6MP full-frame |
| AF Points | 627 | 425 | 273 | 779 | 1053 | 779 |
| Burst FPS | 120 | 15 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Video | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 6K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 715 | 526 | 620 | 658 | 590 | 768 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Cinema Line FX3 | 90.5 | 35.5 | 52.2 | 98.2 | 87 | 4.3 | 44.9 | 25.3 | 60.8 | 96.7 | 71.8 |
| Fujifilm X-T4 X-T4 Compare | 84.5 | 93 | 82 | 80.1 | 79.4 | 93.4 | 95.9 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 92 | 91.4 |
| Nikon Z5 II Z5 II Compare | 81.5 | 89 | 95.2 | 87.9 | 84.5 | 53.2 | 90.5 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 99.2 | 84.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S5 IIX S5 IIX Compare | 96.9 | 90.9 | 96.5 | 90.4 | 93 | 48.4 | 90.1 | 99.2 | 93.1 | 92 | 84.4 |
| Canon EOS R5 Mark II R5 Mark II Compare | 98.3 | 94.5 | 94.1 | 90.4 | 98.8 | 63.2 | 44.9 | 99.7 | 93.1 | 87 | 99.5 |
| Leica SL SL3-S Compare | 96.9 | 94.5 | 98 | 84.8 | 91.4 | 54.4 | 88.1 | 82.8 | 82.8 | 15.8 | 84.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon.co.jp 1 offers From ¥935,735
Usage Scores
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