Sony FX30 video camera

Sony FX30

Sony introduces new APS-C format, a more affordable alternative Sony FX3 The cameras are more or less identical except for the sensor. Sony FX30 suitable for everything from vlogging to serious professional use. The camera is packed full of quality and video features you won't find in basic hybrid cameras. The FX30 starts with pure video.

If you need XLR connections, this product also comes in a handle version that allows you to use XLR mics with phantom power.

Main features

• High quality Super 35 Cinema Line sensor
• VENICE Cinema colour scheme
• S-Cinetone / S-Log3 and HLG image profiles
• 14+ aperture dynamics
• Dual base ISO 800/2500
• Internal 5-axis image stabilizer
• 4K 120p slow motion
• Reads the entire 6K sensor area 4K 60P
• 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording in XAVC HS and XAVC S-I formats
• 16-bit RAW video for external storage
• Real-Time Eye AF and Real-Time Tracking
• Time synchronisation to a separate VMC-BNCM1 adapter

S-Cinetone cameras can be seamlessly integrated with Sony's other professional video cameras, all the way up to the VENICE line-up. Beautiful natural colours, dynamics and skin tones create a stunning look that's also suitable for larger productions. You can also use the built-in colour profiles to minimise the need for editing. LUT profiles can be stored in the camera for accurate monitoring.

The FX30 body weighs just 562 grams and is packed with features to make video production easier. The body has 5 mounting points for 1/4″ accessories, a rocker switch for motorized zoom lens, active cooling that can also be switched off, a full-size HDMI connector and a tally light to indicate when recording is on. The body can be connected via USB-C for fast data transfer and charging, and MicroUSB for accessories. There are 3.5mm connectors for headphones and microphones.

Technical specifications

• Sony E bayonet
• 26mpix APS-C CMOS sensor
• Built-in 5-axis image stabilizer
• ISO 100 - 32000
• Dynamic Range 14+
• White balance 2500 - 9900K
• Recording:
  • XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-bit
    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p
      
  • XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-bit
    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p
    • Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p
      
  • XAVC S
    • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p
    • Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p
      
  • XAVC Proxy
    • Full HD (1920 x 1080)
    • HD (1280 x 720)
• Slowdown: up to 4K 120fps, up to FHD 240fps
• Raw Output HDMI @ ProResRAW:
  • 4672 x 2628 16-bit - 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
• Built-in microphone
• 2-channel 24-bit LPCM audio
• 2x card slot CFexpress type A / SD
• Connections: 1x HDMI 2.0, 2x 3.5mm microphone/headphones, USB-C, MicroUSB
• WiFi + Bluetooth
• NP-FZ100 battery
• Size 129.7 x 77.8 x 84.5mm
• Weight 562 grams
• Body magnesium alloy - 5x 1/4″ mounting holes