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Sony Alpha FX3 Cinema Line Full-frame Camera (Body Only)

  • mfr: ILME-FX3
  • SKU: ILMEFX3
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Product highlights

  • 10.2MP full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor
  • BIONZ XR Image Processing Engine
  • Real-time Eye-AF and Real-time AF tracking
  • Uninterrupted 4K 60p recording with cooling fan
  • 3-inch flip-out, vari-angle LCD monitor
  • High-speed 2.4 and 5GHz Wi-Fi16 / FTP transfer
  • 627 phase-detection AF points
  • Touch menu, and controls
  • S-Cinetone inspired by VENICE colorimetry
  • Top handle, MI shoe, and 3.5mm jack audio options 

Sony Alpha FX3 Cinema Line Full-frame Camera (Body Only)

Featuring 10.2MP Full-frame Backside-illuminated (BSI) Exmor R CMOS sensor, the Sony Alpha FX3 Camera offers sensitivity, speed, and excellent movie quality. This sensor delivers accurate color reproduction and produces up to 15+ stops of dynamic range. It features a color filter array that boosts color reproduction and reduces noise for ultra-sharp, clean and detailed images. The high sensitivity allows it to autofocus in light as low as EV-6. The Exmor R sensor also features fast hybrid autofocus with 627 phase-detection AF points and 89% coverage.

High-performance Fast Processing

The FX3 features the same BIONZ XR system found on the FX6, with high processing performance from image capture through all signal processing stages. It provides users a smoother overall experience. Network, User interface, and file management processing are distributed so that stress-free control response is maintained regardless of real-time processing load. It also features improved menu response and high-speed write to CFexpress Type A memory cards. The built-in engine delivers high sensitivity and natural gradations, realistic color reproduction, low noise, and other image quality improvements. 

S-Cinetone for that Expressive Cinematic Look

With the S-Cinetone, users can easily create a cinematic look without post-production. It produces natural mid-tones, plus soft colors and impressive highlights that are essential to cinematic expression. S-Cinetone is the default for Picture Profile 11 (PP11) on the FX3. 

Cage-free Design

The FX3 has a compact and cage-free design. You do not require a camera cage because it comes with six standard 1/4-inch-20 UNC threaded mounting points to securely attach compatible accessories such as external monitors, recorders, wireless microphones, or other add-ons. The supplied handle with XLR interface securely attaches to the body via the Multi Interface Shoe without any tools and provides three additional thread holes. Since no cage is required, the system has a lightweight design and size which makes transportation and setup easier.

Smallest Cinema Line Camera for Solo Shooting

Weighing just 1.576 lbs (715 g), the FX3 features a design that eliminates the need for a cage, it offers a versatile shooting experience. The XLR handle unit maximizes handheld shooting flexibility, which makes it an ideal choice for gimbal and drone-mounted work. The camera grip is designed to provide optimum flexibility, stability, and comfort for extended handheld shooting sessions.

Digital XLR on Top Handle, MI Shoe, and 3.5mm Jack Audio Options 

The FX3 features multiple input options to suit your needs in any situation. The body includes a standard 3.5 mm mic. jack, Sony’s digital MI (Multi-Interface) shoe for cable-free connection with compatible MI shoe microphones, and the XLR top handle include a 3.5mm mic jack and two balanced XLR/TRS audio inputs, which enables high-quality audio to the FX3. With an optional XLR or TRS microphone connected, the XLR module on the handle takes care of the A/D (Analogue to Digital) conversion and DSP (Digital Signal Processing) and transfers the digital audio data directly to the camera for excellent quality. 

Specifications

Miscellaneous
Lens Included Not Included
Physical
Configuration Core
Battery Type Lithium-Ion
Color Black
Interface
Wireless Bluetooth
Memory Card Slot Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder type Optical
Viewfinder Size Not Available
Video
Audio Recording Yes
Recording Modes [XAVC S-I 4K] 3840x2160/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P [XAVC S-I HD]1920x1080/59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P [XAVC S 4K]3840x2160/119.88p,100p,59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P [XAVC S HD]1920x1080/119.88p,100p,59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P [XAVC HS 4K]3840x2160/119.88p,100p,59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 25P
Exposure Control
Exposure Modes Film Type
Continuous Shooting Up to 10 fps
Imaging
Sensor Resolution 12.1 Megapixels
Lens Mount Sony E-Mount
Image Stabilization Yes
Camera Format Full Frame
Sensor Size 35.6 x 23.8 mm
Focus
Focus Type Auto, Manual

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Ratings and reviews

Sony Alpha FX3 Cinema Line Full-frame Camera (Body Only)

Sony Alpha FX3 Cinema Line Full-frame Camera (Body Only) SKU: ILMEFX3

Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing quality & camera I bought this FX3 at the end of October 2024 and it is an amazing camera! such a good platform for all things content creation and more!
Date published: 2024-12-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from My Perfect Filmmaking Companion After years of waiting and anticipation, the moment I finally got my hands on the Sony FX3 felt surreal. As someone deeply invested in filmmaking, this camera has quickly become an essential part of my gear. Right out of the box, it impressed me with its lightweight and compact build, which is perfect for someone like me who loves the flexibility to shoot anywhere, from spontaneous run-and-gun shoots to more planned productions. What stands out the most is the stunning full-frame sensor. The image quality is exceptional—I’m talking sharp, detailed footage that makes every shot look cinematic. The dynamic range also blew me away; it handles highlights and shadows with ease, giving me the freedom to capture scenes exactly the way I want without worrying about lost details. The slow-motion capability (4K at 120fps) has been a game changer for me. I’ve been able to capture moments in incredible slow motion without any compromise on quality, and that’s opened up a whole new world of creative possibilities. The ergonomic design feels like it was built for someone who’s always on the go like I am. It’s lightweight enough for handheld shooting but also robust enough for more professional setups. The built-in XLR inputs are a lifesaver for audio, saving me from carrying around extra equipment. It’s these small details that make the FX3 so special to me. In short, the FX3 feels like it was designed for filmmakers who are passionate about versatility and image quality, and it's been a perfect match for my style of work. This camera is more than just a tool—it’s an inspiration, pushing me to keep creating and exploring new ideas in filmmaking.
Date published: 2024-09-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best Camera I’ve Ever Owned I came from a camera that was an APS-C and I would also have to fight the light and adding more. With this camera I’m fighting with the light and not against it and turning light down. Best camera I’ve used plus we got shutter angle. True cinema camera! I was thinkin about buying a cage in which I’m still going to do but there isn’t a need with this thing as there are so many mounting points.
Date published: 2024-09-13
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The Perfect Cinema Camera I got the FX3 for long-form videos and never had experience with a cinema camera before that. I wasn’t expecting anything too different from my other Sony cameras like the A7IV, and while the menu system is similar, the FX3 is really fun to use for video. I love the A7IV, but if you want something designed for video with a similar form factor, the FX3 is incredible. I love that it’s full-frame and I can use the same lenses across my FF cameras. The video quality just has a certain look to it that’s not as digital looking as other cameras. It’s easy to use and the tally lights on the front and back are awesome to have. The build quality is top notch and button layout is smart. I love the handle it comes with and the XLR inputs work really well. I also was able to add to the handle and rig it a little bit but still keep it simple. I’m also really impressed with the photo quality! Genuinely surprised by the photos. They look like any other Sony. I thought they would be softer with less resolution but they look amazing. Unless you’re printing big physical photos, this is fully capable of photos like how 99% of people view them on digital screens. The FX3 is AWESOME!!
Date published: 2024-07-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome camera One of the best cameras on the market today. Love it
Date published: 2024-01-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lovely FX3 If you've had experience with other brands and switch to the FX3, you'll understand how lovely this little genius camera is
Date published: 2023-12-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent - questionable firmware update / app I have used the FX3 for some time now full-time in corporate and short film production and it is simply awesome. The Camera had performed well and until the latest firmware worked flawlessly. Since the latest firmware, said it only had to do with the new app, it has been getting a battery error, never had that issue any time beforehand but the second I installed the firmware to the app update it started happening. Linking the app to the FX3 has never worked and it causes the FX3 to crash, meaning it becomes non-responsive and you can't turn it off. Sony wants me to send in the camera and all my batteries, but that would mean valuable downtime. So not sure what to do yet. Back to the camera, before the app firmware update, and even after this, ignoring the incompatible battery thing and flaky battery readings after the warning the FX3 is just fantastic. perfect for everything, gimbal, black arm, Tilta Float. So no complaints about the camera itself.
Date published: 2023-12-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fantastic camera I got the FX3 as a b-cam for my FX9 and for gimbal work. The dual ISO is AMAZINGLY clean at 800 and 12800. The downside is the menus. Sony seems to go out of their way to make them as complex as possible. Still, I truly love this camera.
Date published: 2023-06-28
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