Sony FX30 vs Sony FX3

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      Specifications

      General Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      BrandSonySony
      ModelFX30FX3
      MSRP$1799 body-only, $2199 with XLR adapter
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOSBSI-CMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions23.3 x 15.6 mm35.6 x 23.8 mm
      Total Pixels27 Megapixel12.1 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels26 Megapixel10.2 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 32,00080 - 102,400
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 102,40050 - 409,600
      Photo Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      ProcessorBIONZ XRBIONZ XR
      Max Image Resolution6192 x 41284240 x 2832
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatHEIF, JPEG, RAWHEIF, JPEG, RAW
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
      White Balance2500 to 9900K
      Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater      		2500 to 9900K
      Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
      Focus Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Focusing SystemFast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection)
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF, Touch AF & ShutterAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus
      AF Detection Range-3 to +20 EV
      Number of Focus Points759759
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Lens MountSony ESony E
      Crop Factor1.5x1x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Lens Breathing Correction
      Gyroscopic Stabilization
      Screen Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Screen TypeFully ArticulatedFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyArticulatingTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution2,360k dot1,440k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Viewfinder
      Shutter Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Shutter TypeElectronic RollingElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/8000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting10.0 fps10.0 fps
      Flash Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Built-in Flash
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/125 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL
      External Flash ConnectionIntelligent Hot Shoe
      Exposure Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Partial      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Partial
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation(1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      DXO Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      DxO Low Light ISO3900
      DxO Color Depth24.2
      DxO Dynamic Range13.4
      DxO Overall Score85
      Video Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Internal Recording ModesXAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/4/8/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p from 1 to 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps
      XAVC S
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 up to 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p up to 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps
      XAVC Proxy
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080
      HD: 1280 x 720      		H.265 Long GOP/XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps [50 to 280 Mbps]
      H.265 Long GOP/XAVC HS 4:2:0 10-Bit
      3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps [30 to 150 Mbps]
      MPEG-4 AVC/XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit
      3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps [100 to 280 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps [50 Mbps]
      MPEG-4 AVC/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit
      3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps [60 to 200 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps [16 to 100 Mbps]
      MPEG-4 AVC/XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4096 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/6/12/23.98/24/29.97/48.00/59.94 fps
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/59.94/100/119.88 fps [240 to 600 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps [89 to 222 Mbps]
      XAVC Proxy
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080 [9 to 16 Mbps]
      HD: 1280 x 720 [6 Mbps]
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsXAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
      10-bit 4:2:2 Color
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      ProResRAW 16-Bit via HDMI
      4672 x 2628 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps      		Raw 16-Bit via HDMI
      4264 x 2408 @ 23.98/25/50/59.94 fps
      3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080i @ 50/59.94 fps
      No crop on 4K Videos
      Focus Mapping function for Videos
      Webcam Functionality
      Tally/Front Recording Light
      Gamma CurveHDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3HDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 2, Sony S-Log 3, Standard
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit13 hours13 hours
      IP Streaming
      Terminals Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body      		2 x XLR / 1/4" TRS Combo Mic/Line Input on Included Handle
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input1 x USB-C Input
      Other I/O1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB (Timecode)
      1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)      		1 x USB-C (Ethernet, USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) (Shared with Power Input)
      1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Full Size Full Size
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHzWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version55
      NFC
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: Imaging Edge Mobile
      Functionality: Adjust Settings, Remote Control
      *As of January, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility      		: Android & iOS
      App Name: Creators' App
      *As of June, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control
      Environmental Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C
      Storage Temperature-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
      Physical Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Dimensions130 x 78 x 85 mm (5.11 x 3.06 x 3.33")130 x 78 x 85 mm (5.1 x 3.1 x 3.3")
      Weight (inc. batteries)646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)715 g (1.58 lb/ 25.3 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9.6 x 6.1 x 5.3"9.7 x 9.4 x 5.8"
      Package Weight2.3 lb3.775 lb
      Power and Storage Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Battery PackNP-FZ100NP-FZ100
      Battery Life570 shots600 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SDDual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD
      Other Sony FX30 Sony FX3
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec; continuous 3 or 5 exposures
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)1/4"-20 Female
      Accessory Mount1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe on Camera Body
      5 x 1/4"-20 Female on Camera Body      		1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe
      5 x 1/4"-20 Female on Camera Body
      3 x 1/4"-20 Female on Included Handle
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Included Accessoriesrechargeable battery np-fz100, battery charger bc-qz1, power cord, xlr handle unit, accessory shoe kit, body cap, accessory shoe cap, handle shoe cap, usb-a to usb-c cable (usb 3.2)


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