ILME-FX3 - New Cinematic Freedom
Sony's FX3 Cinema Line camera brings the visions of passionate content creators to life. Cinematic expression is matched with reliable performance and streamlined operation to serve the needs of today's creative community. Compact and lightweight, it's easy to carry and handle.
In service of cinematic expression
Full-frame image capture even in dim light
The FX3's full-frame image sensor is coupled with innovative light-gathering techniques to let you capture clear and usable images even in dim light. The standard ISO sensitivity of 80–102400 for movies is expandable all the way up to 409600.
Wide dynamic range, wider creative expression
The FX3 offers an exceptional 15+ stops2 of dynamic range to handle settings ranging from well-lit interiors and outdoors in mid-day to morning and evening shots. Capture every nuance, and allow for unprecedented cinematic freedom in color grading.
Stunning bokeh and full-frame creativity
Capture the scene in cinematic 4K resolution, with the shallow depth of field, stunning bokeh, and cinematic freedom made possible with a full-frame sensor.
Cinematic color science of S-Cinetone
S-Cinetone color, developed for Sony's acclaimed FX9, is the default look on the FX3 for cinematic expression. It's precisely tuned to meet the requirements of today's content creators, with rich color and natural skin tones that match other Cinema Line cameras without grading.
4K3 120fps with every frame in focus
Even at high frame rates, detailed 4K imagery is captured thanks to the FX3's high-precision AF and high-speed readout capabilities. Slow and Quick (S&Q) mode gives you full control over the shooting frame rate, for beautiful motion sequences at up to 5x slow motion (with 24p output).
10-bit S-Log3 and HDR recording for smooth gradations
S-Log3 gamma curve and S-Gamut3.Cine enable shooting with high-quality color reproduction over a wide dynamic range, and they make it eaasy to match up footage with shots from other Cinema Line camera during post-production. In addition, an HLG (Hybrig Log-Gamma) HDR picture profile enables direct HDR (HLG) playback on compatible TVs with no post-production.
16-bit RAW HDMI output
For demanding post-production workflows, 16-bit RAW output4 is available over HDMI connection to compatible external recorders while XAVC HS 4K, XAVC S 4K, or XAVC S-I 4K and proxy files are simultaneously captured in-camera. RAW video output is 4264 x 2408 [16:9] resolution, exceeding DCI-4K resolution5.
Enjoy rich detail and realistic color
The FX3 is capable of 4K internal recording, 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 color sampling with All Intra on top of Long-GOP compression. This makes it possible to push your color grades further while still retaining natural gradation, for true editing freedom. [1]All-Intra (All-I) [2] Long-GOP [3] Group of Pictures
Designed for comfortable solo shooting
Dependable, highly accurate autofocus
The FX3's full-frame image sensor is coupled with innovative light-gathering techniques to let you capture clear and usable images even in dim light. The standard ISO sensitivity of 80–102400 for movies is expandable all the way up to 409600.
Sophisticated tracking AF for steady focus
Sophisticated tracking features keep your subject in steady focus, so you can concentrate on composition. Real-time Eye AF ensures precise focus on the face and eyes, while Real-time Tracking is powered by Sony's unique AI-based subject recognition algorithms.
Smooth transitions and touch focus control
The FX3 includes AF Transition Speed in seven settings, to easily create rack focus, and five AF Subject Shift Sensitivity settings, which allows the user to customize how easily AF will switch or stay with the locked-on subject. You can also select the subject you want to focus on simply by touching the LCD monitor.
High-performance E-mount lenses for movies
Experience smooth, responsive autofocus with Sony's E-mount lenses, with premium optical performance and operability for demanding cinematography applications. The unique linear-drive actuator technology in Sony's E-mount lenses provides smoother, more precise and tenacious AF performance to support your creative endeavors.
High-mobility performance wherever you go
With a compact size and light weight, the FX3 is designed for high mobility. The attached handle and cage-free accessory mounting holes allow fast setup, fluid shooting, and quick pack-down. The main body and covers are constructed from lightweight magnesium alloy to enhance durability and performance even in challenging environments.
Attachable XLR handle
A handle equipped with an XLR adaptor with two full size XLR terminals can be attached to the Multi Interface (MI) Shoe on the camera for more comfortable and stable camerawork in difficult shooting situations, such as low-position shots.
In-camera image stabilization
Active Mode789 is an optical in-body 5-axis image stabilization system that provides increased stabilization for movie shooting. To preserve image quality, the gyroscope sensor accurately measures camera shake and compensates optically. This makes stable video possible even when shooting hand-held without gimbal use, while walking, and at 4K resolution.
[1, 2] angular shake (pitch and yaw) [3, 4] shift shake (X and Y axes), [5] rotational shake (roll on Z axis)
Image stabilization and easier editing with Catalyst
Camera-shake metadata is recorded by the built-in gyro, allowing handheld footage to be smoothed out and stabilized in post-production. Using Sony's Catalyst Browse / Catalyst Prepare desktop application10 you can easily balance automated shake-compensation and image-trimming levels. Catalyst can also make effective use of recorded camera-rotation data.
Expandability and operability for content creators
Front and rear tally lamps
Tally lights on the front and rear of the FX3 indicate whether the camera is recording at any given moment. They are clearly visible to both the camera operator and the person performing in front of the camera.
Vari-angle LCD touch-panel monitor
The custom ventilation system and chassis design help to prevent the thermal shut down of shooting8 at high frame rates and 4K (QFHD) resolutions. The number of heat sinks, the shape of air intakes and exhaust vents as well as the location of the low-noise fan9, and airflow paths have all been calculated with precision to ensure that optimum ventilation is achieved.
Essential controls for efficient solo shooting
In addition to six customizable buttons, frequently used controls are within easy one-handed reach, leaving your other hand free for lens operation or balance. And usability is enhanced by multiple screw holes on the body and handle, allowing accessories to be attached directly.
Uninterrupted 4K/60p12 recording
For uninterrupted 4K/60p12 recording, the FX3 is designed with a innovative heat dissipation system. Heatsink placement, airflow structure, and a silent cooling fan work to optimize cooling even during long shoots.
XLR adaptor and digital input for quality audio
In addition to the camera's convenient built-in microphone, a variety of professional microphones can be connected externally via the full-size XLR connectors on the handle through a digital audio interface via Multi Interface (MI) Shoe. Three recording formats can be selected, including 24-bit 4-channel. Digital audio recording is also possible by attaching a digital microphone such as the ECM-B1M even when the handle is not used.
Dual high-speed media slots
Designed for next-generation filmmaking requirements. CFexpress Type-A cards support high bit-rate recording. The camera's slots are ready for CFexpress Type-A as well as conventional SDXC UHS-I and UHS-II cards, and having two identical media slots makes relay or backup shooting possible.
Remote camera control and network transfer
A network connection, via Wi-Fi or wired via a USB Type-C connector, provides support for remote control from smartphones or tablets, with either NFC one-touch or manual pairing. Remote shooting can be controlled from a PC with Sony's Imaging Edge Desktop application, or from a mobile device with Imaging Edge Mobile. And captured still and movie files can be transferred using high-speed FTP.
Remote preview, shooting, and streaming
Either wired or wireless remote shooting is available from a PC, or from a mobile device with Imaging Edge Mobile installed, for more efficient workflows and shooting in challenging environments. Imaging Edge Webcam enables high-image-quality online video communication.
Designed with the environment in mind
Sony is committed not only to offering products, services and content that deliver exciting experiences but also to working towards our goal of a zero environmental footprint throughout our business activities.
Product Specifications:
Built-in Microphone
Built-in Microphone
Built-in, stereo
Camera Section
Pixels
Approx. 10.2 megapixels (effective) for movies, Approx. 12.1 megapixels (effective) for Still images, Approx. 12.9 megapixels (total)
Sensitivity
[Movie] ISO 80-102400 equivalent (ISO numbers up to ISO 409600 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 80-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), [Still image] ISO 80-102400 (ISO numbers up from ISO 40 to ISO 409600 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 80-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)
Sensor Type
35 mm full frame (35.6 x 23.8 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor
Shutter Speed
Movie: 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode) Still image: 1/8000 to 30 s, Bulb
Custom function
Custom function
Custom key settings, My Menu, My Dial Settings
Exposure control
Exposure Modes
[Movie] Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode, [Still images] AUTO (iAuto), P, A, S, M
Metering Sensitivity
EV -3 to EV 20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
FTP Transfer
FTP Transfer
FTP Transfer Func. (Wired LAN [USB-LAN], USB Tethering, Wi-Fi)
File System
File System
FAT12, 16, 32, exFAT
Focus system
Focus Area
[Movie] Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot / Expanded Flexible Spot, [Still image] Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot / Expanded Flexible Spot / Tracking
Focus Mode
[Movie] AF-C, MF, [Still image] AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus
Focus Point
[Movie] 627 points, [Still image] 35 mm full frame: 759 points (phase-detection AF)
Other Focus Features:
Eye AF ([Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select), ([Still image] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal), Face detection (Face Priority in AF, Face Priority in Multi Metering, Regist. Faces Priority), [Movie] AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity, [Movie] AF Transition Speed, [Still image] Focus Magnifier (35 mm full frame: 2.1x / 4.1x, APS-C: 1.5x / 3.0x)
Sensitivity Range
EV-6 to EV20 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Type
Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
Gamma
Gamma Curve
Off / PP1-PP10, Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
Latitude
Latitude
15+ stop (S-Log3)
Lens Compensation
Lens Compensation
Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion
Media
Media Type
CFexpress Type A / SD card (x2), Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy
Monitoring
LCD
7.5 cm (3.0-type) type TFT, approx. 1.44M dots, Opening Angle: Approx. 176 deg., Rotation Angle: Approx. 270 deg.
Operation
Operating Temperature
32 degF to 104 degF (0 degC to 40 degC)
Storage Temperature
-4 degF to +140 degF (-20 degC to +60 degC)
Power
Power Consumption
[Movie] Approx. 7.3 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), [Still image] Approx. 3.4 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
BATTERY OPERATING TIME
Approx. 95 min (Actual recording, CIPA standard) , Approx. 135 min (Continuous recording, CIPA standard), Approx. 600 shots (LCD monitor) (still images, CIPA standard)
RAW Output
RAW Output
HDMI: 4264 x 2408 (60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p), 16 bit
Recording (Still image)
IMAGE SIZE
Image size [3:2] 35 mm full frame L: 12M, M: 5.1M, S: 3.0M, APS-C L: 5.1M, M: 3.0M, S: 1.3M, Image size [4:3] 35 mm full frame L: 11M, M: 4.6M, S: 2.7M, APS-C L: 4.6M, M: 2.7M, S: 1.1M Image size, [16:9] 35 mm full frame L: 10M, M: 4.3M, S: 2.6M, APS-C L: 4.3M, M: 2.6M, S: 1.1M, Image size [1:1] 35 mm full frame L: 8M, M: 3.4M, S: 2.0M, APS-C L: 3.4M, M: 2.0M, S: 0.8M
Recording Format
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant)
Recording Format (Audio)
RECORDING FORMAT (AUDIO)
LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4ch (48 kHz 24 bit), MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
Recording Format (Video)
XAVC HS
[XAVC HS 4K] 59.94p/50p 200 Mbps/150 Mbps/100 Mbps/75 Mbps/45 Mbps, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, 23.98p 100 Mbps/100 Mbps/50 Mbps/50 Mbps/30 Mbps, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, 119.88p/100p 280 Mbps/200 Mbps, MPEG-H HEVC / H.265
XAVC S
[XAVC S 4K] 59.94p/50p 200 Mbps/150 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 29.97p/25p 140 Mbps/100 Mbps/60 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 23.98p 100 Mbps/100 Mbps/60 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, [XAVC S HD] 59.94p/50p 50 Mbps/50 Mbps/25 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 29.97p/25p 50 Mbps/50 Mbps/16 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 23.98p 50 Mbps/50 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 119.88p/100p 100 Mbps/60 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
XAVC S-I
[XAVC S-I 4K] 59.94p/50p 600 Mbps/500 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 29.97p/25p 300 Mbps/250 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 23.98p 240 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, [XAVC S-I HD] 59.94p/50p 222 Mbps/185 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 29.97p/25p 111 Mbps/93 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 23.98p 100 Mbps/100 Mbps/60 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, 119.88p/100p 280 Mbps/200 Mbps, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264
Recording Frame Rate
XAVC HS
[XAVC HS 4K] 3840 x 2160/119.88p, 100p, 59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC S
[XAVC S 4K] 3840 x 2160/119.88p, 100p, 59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P, [XAVC S-I HD] 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
XAVC S-I
[XAVC S-I 4K] 3840 x 2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P, [XAVC S-I HD] 1920 x 1080/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
Recording/ Playback Time
PROXY VIDEO
1280 x 720 (Approx. 6 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (Approx. 9 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (Approx. 16 Mbps)
XAVC HS
[XAVC HS 4K] 59.94p/50p 200M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 85 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 40 minutes, 59.94p/50p 150M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 110 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 55 minutes, 59.94p/50p 100M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 170 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 80 minutes, 59.94p/50p 75M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 220 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 100 minutes
XAVC S
[XAVC S 4K] 59.94p/50p 200M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 85 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 40 minutes, 59.94p/50p 150M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 110 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 55 minutes, [XAVC S HD] 59.94p/50p 50M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 310 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 150 minutes, 59.94p/50p 25M When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 550 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 210 minutes
XAVC S-I
[XAVC S-I 4K] XAVC S-I 4K 59.94p/50p When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 25 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 10 minutes, [XAVC S-I HD] 59.94p/50p When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 75 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 35 minutes
Slow & Quick Motion
XAVC HS
XAVC HS 4K: [NTSC mode] 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, [PAL mode] 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps
XAVC S
XAVC S 4K: [NTSC mode] 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, [PAL mode] 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps, XAVC S HD: [NTSC mode] 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, 240fps, [PAL mode] 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps, 200fps
XAVC S-I
XAVC S-I 4K: [NTSC mode] 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, [PAL mode] 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps, XAVC S-I HD: [NTSC mode] 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, 240fps, [PAL mode] 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps, 200fps
Still image function
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING SPEED
Hi+: 10fps, Hi: 8fps, Mid: 6fps, Lo: 3fps
DRIVE MODES
Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket
Flash control
Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe; attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe, Flash sync speed 1/125 s.
Noise Reduction
Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 s, High ISO NR: Normal/Low/Off
OTHER STILL IMAGE FUNCTION
Electronic Front Shutter Curtain, Silent Shooting, Anti-flicker Shoot
SHUTTER
Mechanical shutter/Electronic shutter
Wi-Fi/NFC
FREQUENCY BAND
2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band
NFC
NFC Forum Type 3 Tag-compliant
SECURITY
WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
SUPPORTED FORMAT
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Image Stabilization
COMPENSATION EFFECT (STILL IMAGES)
5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50 mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)
Mode
[Movie] Active / Standard / Off, [Still image] On / Off
Type
Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (compensation depends on lens specifications)
White Balance
WHITE-BALANCE MODES
Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Flash / Underwater / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & color filter / Custom
Zoom
ZOOM FUNCTION
Zoom ring rotate, Clear Image Zoom ([Movie] Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD) [Still image] Approx. 2x ), Digital zoom ([Movie] 35 mm full frame: approx. 4x, APS-C: approx. 4x, [Still image] 35 mm full frame: L: approx. 4x, M: approx. 6.1x, S: approx. 8x, APS-C: L: approx. 4x, M: approx. 5.2x, S: approx. 8x), Smart zoom ([Still image] 35 mm full frame: M: approx. 1.5x, S: approx. 2x, APS-C: M: approx. 1.3x, S: approx. 2x)
Interface
AUDIO INPUT
0.14 " Stereo minijack, XLR handle: [INPUT1][INPUT2] XLR/TRS-type 3-pin (female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable, Mic Reference -40 to -60 dBu / [INPUT3] 0.14 " Stereo minijack)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Standard Ver. 5.0 (2.4 GHz band)
HDMI OUTPUT
HDMI jack (Type-A), YCbCr 4:2:2 10 bit / RGB 8 bit
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Multi Interface Shoe
With Digital Audio Interface
SPEAKER OUTPUT
Built-in, monaural
USB
USB Type-C (x1, SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps [USB 3.2] compatible), Multi/Micro USB (x1)
Playback
PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS
Index view, Folder selection (Date / Still / Movie), Photo capture, 4Ch audio monitoring, Auto Review (stills), Image orientation (stills), Protect (stills), Rating (stills), Display as Group (stills)
Size & Weight
DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) (BODY WITHOUT PROTRUSIONS) (approx.)
Approx. 5.11 x 3.06 x 3.33 inches (Approx. 129.7 x 77.8 x 84.5 mm) (body without protrusions)
DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) (INCLUDING SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES) (approx.)
2lb 3.8 oz (1.015 kg) (with XLR Handle, battery pack, SD card)
WEIGHT (MAIN UNIT ONLY) (approx.)
Approx. 1 lb 9.3 oz (715 g) (with battery and memory card included), Approx. 1 lb 6.6 oz (640 g) (body only)
Supplied Accessories
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Rechargeable 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)
General
CAMERA TYPE
Interchangeable lens digital camera
Lens mount
E-mount
