Sony FX30 (6 Months Later) | Watch Before You Buy 

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When the majority of actual cinema is shot on apsc like sensor sizes in the Alexa 35 etc I cant compute that full frame is required for a more cinematic look.

Because of its use of Fx9/FX6/FX3 CineEI workflows, I believe the FX30 is an excellent choice for aspiring filmmakers. Remember, it's not just about your current situation; it's about the journey and the progress you make along the way.

People need also to remember when choosing between APS-C and Full Frame body that Full Frame lenses are considerably more expensive. Even though you could get a Full Frame body at the same ballpark price point you won't be getting lenses nearly as affordable as APS-C lenses, especially manual budget cine lenses.

Thanks for the insight

thanks for the review!!!

What other cameras could record 4K60 continuously? I record mostly soccer games in full length, single shot. So I want something that can handle roughly 1.5 hours at a time with a 5 or so minute break in the middle during half time. Right now I'm using a ZV-e10 and am limited to 4K30 but it doesn't really seem like there are any "budget" upgrades other than the FX30.

Is the ZV-E1 better for wedding videography? And does it overheat?

i just picked an FX30 new on sale for 1347 dollars, I love it

Hello.Can you recommend best video camera for landscape videography?

It’s a very interesting video, but I didn't really understand whether you speak from experience or just from the specs, cause the camera you're holding up is the FX 3 (visible with the AF/WB sensors that are different between the FX30/FX3 and sometimes you can see the full-frame tag below the lens).

SONY I think made this camera for the budget (Film) person. Also its a great addition to the Sony lineup for video. I have FF for photography, but this makes sense as a B cam than the ZV-1 for ( bloggers)

Great review, thanks. Question: How is its performance with 1080p for those times you want to save on storage space or when you just want to churn out something for the social media - Without pixel peeping, is it noticeably much softer than 4k?

I’m looking for my first camera for videography for you think this is a good one?

can I have the link for the speed booster you talked about?

this is above my pay grade but what an informative vid and a fantastic camera

Good information but hard to watch because in the middle of a number of your product shots a frame or two of the next clip you were using for voice over would appear. Switched to only audio and it was much better.

I can't stop thinking about that scene from Fight Club for some reason 🤔

*I've just got the Camera And I'm Learning all that I can about this before I go on Vacation in June, but MAN it's a lot to learn coming from the Sony a6400 lmao. I'm having trouble though trying to get the Shutter speed just right when I shoot in 4K as it seems to get choppy when in 4K but in 1080 the video's smoother. Just have to figure out the shutter speed that's right for Video but it's an Amazing Camera*

Super 35mm is actually the most common and is the most " cinematic " look and have been around for decades. The full frame look is more common on youtube videos

just noticed the sound in your videos is kinda muffled, its like its been compressed

This was a good review and perfect timing as I am thinking about picking up a second camera body. The only issue with the FX30 that I think may be an issue is no EVF - other than my smartphone I have not used a camera that didn't have one. Currently I have a Sony A74 which works well as a hybrid, though I have been shooting mostly photos. I current have the Sony 24mm F1.4 GM which I love and the Sony 50mm F1.4 GM which will be shipped on Thursday. Both of these will work great on my A7IV, but I want to get a second body that I will focus on video shooting. I had considered the new ZV-E1 but I don't know that I would like the size of the body (had the A7C and thought it was too small). If I was going to get the FX30 with the lenses I have, what lens would you suggest (Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 and Sony 11m or Sony 15mm G)? Thanks!

What is a good editing program to edit the files of a Sony FX30? I have been having problems with the audio files when I use my editing software. It likes AAC audio format but the FX30 produces lPCM audio files. Is there any way to record AAC audio format with the Sony FX30? What is the best editing software to edit the files from the FX30?

I purchased the atamos and i have other sony camera's due to a bad knee i wanna keep the weight of my video kit down and aps c lens weigh less and what full frame lens id need for video wont weigh much either, the video quality from the fx30 looks good and the low light with some editing doesnt look to be an issue, my main concern is making my money back on an investment and as a trained photographer video work scares me its always been hit an miss with photography based camera's so i wanna make the best minimal investment with the greatest payout and so far the fx30 looks to be a no brainer, the color grading would hypothetically feel like editing raw photos, slap on a swivi view finder and the atamos with a xlr mic and i think id have a really good starting point to film professional work with flexibility of not only capturing stuff but fixing mistakes in post if I happen to fk up which as a professional photographer id be the first to admit we all have those days be it from burn out, over work or previous nights work leaving residual settings that you completely forgot about

So You don't feel the R6 II is a Professional camera? Or is not as Professional as the Fx30? But then at the end u say you can get a better camera for a little more money. Are you referring to the Mark II or something else?

I will disagree with you about r7 - R7 is not meant to be videocamera, but Hybrid with more emphasis on photo, and AS a photo camera ITS way better then FX30. It's a different tool for different job

Great information here. Do you know if it's possible to use different capacity memory cards? Maybe use a 256 gb card in slot one, and a 128 GB card in slot two?

Hi sir , I would like to buy this camera for the my own business because of some oil company wanted me to make some operations video So do you think this camera it’s an atex camera ? I mean can I use it without worrying an explosion ? Please help me thanks

Gold Standard for Video is Full Frame Sensor? As opposed to APSC? Or even B4 Mount with a 2/3" sensor for that matter, which Broadcast still use.....so no, Full Frame is not something IMO that is considered "gold" standard. Gold standard is 30 years experience, a professional attitude and making quality videos regardless of Sensor. It's not all about Size 😉

Hi.. can you make comparison between the fx30 and canon r7 in video samples and photos Quality ! And give us your openoin plssss.. coz im between buying the fx30 or the r7..thank you bro

The 26mp sensor actually is not much better than the 24mp sensor in the zv-e10. This camera's noise performance was also not much better than the zv-e10. What it offers is professional grade reliability no overheating and professional features including the recent DCI, Anamorphic desqueeze and CineEI update. Then there is 4k 120p but that's a giant crop. I used it for a few days, and sold it. Sure, professional B cam this is great, but for 90% of people who are non pro，a7iv is so much more useful.

Time code support??????

This video is cool but there are quite a few skipping jump shots in your piece.

Good video man! Thanks for all the information. God bless you, Jesus loves you bro! 🔥😊

Is this camera great for photography?

Will a regular Ninja V recording monitor work with this?

What about the 6 months later?

Is this a good camera for filming movies

I need 1🎉🎉🎉

5:18 there's a frame who ever edited this video for you needs to be informed so he can be careful next time.

first comment!

Your monstera needs more light.

informative but the transitions and zooms i found extremely distracting :/

1:55 missing frame…

There is a glitch in the Matrix @1:54

Hmmm, I think your idea of 'affordable' is at odds with mine.

the R6 mark 2 isn't better at all. it has way lesser specs.. yes it has full frame but it only shoots in IBP not ALL-I

man the audio of your video tho.. could use an upgrade

Pro tip: If you are going to review cameras, you need to be shooting and recording in 4k... Next you're going to do a speaker comparison recorded through a $10 walkie talkie...

Thanks for sharing. I hope it's okay that I share some feedback; I had to stop watching this video. (1) this video is over-edited (constant use of slide transitions is exhausting), (2) "I'll talk about that later" is used to death, it's cognitively too-demanding.

Not affordable !!?!?

Your zoom in and out edits are distracting and happening too often.

Cheap video name

Cinema movies aren’t shot on full frame sensors…..soooo what are you talking about?! Lol another “full frame junkie” just talking….