Sony Cinema Line FX30B Gray

Sony Cinema Line FX30B Gray

Sony
82 Overall Score
vs
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black

OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black

OM System
89 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Sony Cinema Line FX30B Gray

No customer feedback yet

OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black

92 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews

The OM-1 is overwhelmingly praised for its excellent build quality, ergonomics, and lightweight design, making it a joy to use for both hobbyists and professionals. Users highlight the improved menu system, powerful computational features, and impressive image quality, especially in high-resolution modes. While there is a slight learning curve for those switching from other brands, the camera's performance and portability are seen as major advantages over full-frame competitors.

Pros
  • Excellent build quality and ergonomics
  • Lightweight and portable system
  • Improved menu system
  • Powerful computational features
  • Impressive image quality
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for new users
  • Incompatible with older BLH-1 battery
  • No external battery charger included
  • WiFi cannot connect to home network
  • Limited video recording time information
👍 Build quality 5
👍 Ergonomics 6
👍 Image quality 6
👍 Portability 5
👍 Menu system 4
👍 Computational features 3

Scores

Product Photography
Sony
88
OM System
75
Beginner
Sony
85
OM System
87
Video
Sony
86
OM System
85
Sports Wildlife
Sony
69
OM System
86
Wedding Events
Sony
71
OM System
85
Youtube
Sony
84
OM System
81
Photography
Sony
84
OM System
81
Travel
Sony
54
OM System
77
Streaming
Sony
72
OM System
73
Vlogging
Sony
69
OM System
73

Specifications

Sony Cinema Line FX30BOM System OM-1 OM-1
Sensor
TypeCMOSBSI MOS
Sizeaps-cmicro-four-thirds
Megapixels26 MP★20.399999618530273 MP
ISO Range800200★
ProcessorBIONZ XR—
Autofocus
AF Points
495
1,053
AF TypeVideoPhase Detection: 495Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 1053
Eye AF✓✓
Subject Detection✓★—
Shooting
Burst (Mechanical)120 fps★10 fps
Burst (Electronic)—120 fps★
Max Shutter1/80001/32000
Electronic Shutter✓✓
Video
Max Resolution4K4K
4K FPS120 fps★60 fps
1080p FPS240 fps240 fps
10-bit✓✓
Log Profile✓✓
RAW Video✓✓
CodecXAVC S, XAVC, XAVC SH.264, H.265
Display & EVF
Screen Size3"3"
Touchscreen✓✓
Articulating✓✓
EVF Resolution—5.8M dots★
Build
Weather Sealed✗✓★
Weight1.08 kg0.51 kg★
Battery Life—520 shots★
Connectivity
Wi-Fi✓✓
Bluetooth✓★✗
USBUSB-CUSB-C
HDMIHDMI Type-AMicro-HDMI
Hot Shoe✓✓

Pros & Cons

Sony Cinema Line FX30B Gray

  • Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong burst (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong sensor (95th percentile)95th %ile

OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black

  • Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong af (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile

Pricing

Sony Cinema Line FX30B Gray

OM System OM-1 OM-1 Black

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: OM System OM-1 OM-1

Scores 89 overall, wins 4 of 10 usage categories and 7 of 32 specs.

Sony Cinema Line FX30B Better at:

YoutubePhotographyProduct Photography

OM System OM-1 OM-1 Better at:

TravelVloggingWedding EventsSports Wildlife

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