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.
About This Camera
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.
- Type mirrorless
- Sensor 10.2MP full-frame
- Af points 627
- Burst fps 120
- Video 4K @120fps
- Ibis
- Weight g 715
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong burst (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong af (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong video (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong social proof (85th percentile) 85th
Cons
- Below average sensor (4th percentile) 4th
- Below average display (26th percentile) 26th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | BSI-CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 10.2 |
| 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 |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Cinema Line FX3 | Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II | Nikon Z Z8 | Fujifilm X-T5 X-T5 | Panasonic LUMIX S5 IIX S5 IIX | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 10.2MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 24.2MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 627 | 1053 | 493 | 425 | 779 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 120 | 12 | 30 | 15 | 30 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 715 | 590 | 820 | 476 | 658 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Cinema Line FX3 | 91.2 | 36.2 | 52.3 | 98.2 | 87.2 | 4.1 | 44.9 | 25.9 | 61.6 | 84.8 | 72.7 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II Compare | 98.5 | 87.8 | 94.3 | 88.1 | 83.5 | 49 | 98.6 | 83.7 | 93.4 | 94.6 | 98 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 90.6 | 89.4 | 98.5 | 96 | 99.5 | 64.5 | 89 | 83.7 | 93.4 | 94.6 | 84.7 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 X-T5 Compare | 88.1 | 89.4 | 91.7 | 80.8 | 91.4 | 97.4 | 95.7 | 83.7 | 85.4 | 94.6 | 93.6 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S5 IIX S5 IIX Compare | 97.3 | 91.3 | 96.7 | 90.6 | 93.1 | 49 | 90.3 | 99.2 | 93.4 | 87.8 | 84.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.5 | 90.2 | 88.9 | 99.8 | 84.5 | 41.1 | 94.3 | 83.7 | 93.4 | 94.6 | 99.5 |
Usage Scores
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