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See more imagesSony - Cinema Line FX30 Super 35 Camera - Gray
- Model:
- ILMEFX30
- SKU:
- 6522504
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super 35 is all you need
Trombonetom Posted
I'm a video producer by trade, I shoot video every day. With that said, I love this camera. Is it as good as a lot of the cameras I own or use? No. But it is much cheaper than those other camera and gets you 95% of the features of far more expensive cameras. Pros: 1. Image quality (oversampled 6k ftw!) 2. Low light performance (not as good as more expensive cameras, but still good) 3. Dynamic range for the price 4. Same body as the $4000 Fx3 5. Audio handle is legit a nice feature with TWO xlr inputs. 6. 2 cards slots 7. Sony's Dynamic Zoom is an incredible feature that everyone should be using 8. Super 35 - That's right, I'm saying that as a pro. If S35 is good enough for hollywood, it's definitely good enough for your video. Now go enjoy smaller, lighter, and cheaper glass. 9. 4k/120 and 4k/60 with minimal crop 10. Built in LUTs 11. Dual Gain sensor and Cine EI mode Cons: 1. Rolling shutter could be a little bit better. (The Fx3 has ruined me with it's near Global shutter read out speed and other cameras in this class such as the GH6 and X-H2s are just better) 2. No viewfinder! 3. Anamorphic mode, but no open gate, which makes you stuck with 1.33x squeeze factor unless you want to cut a lot of resolution from your footage 4. No shutter angle. Like seriously Sony? It says cinema in the name of the camera, all cinema cameras except yours use shutter angle like sane companies. 5. Questionable software choices throughout the camera in general 6. Weird choice for dual gain sensor at 800 and 2500 iso. Would have been nicer if the the second circuit was at more useful range at 3200 or 4000 iso, but it's still nice to have. I'm going to be real here, the majority of people spending money on a prosumer camera for video, does not need more than what this camera offers. Considering this shoots over sampled 6k with an all-I 10bit internal codec, you're getting an incredibly rich and detailed image without breaking the bank. If you're considering the Fx3, or something above this class, I strongly suggest you consider what you are shooting and think about saving the money and go with this camera. I'm nit picky because I'm a professional and have been paid good money on productions while using this exact camera. If I can shoot a TV commercial on this, it'll be fine for your tiktoks.
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Hi Trombonetom,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your very detailed feedback on our ILMEFX30 camera. We're glad to hear that you're happy and satisfied with the performance of our camera so far and find it as a good camera for professionals. Thanks again for choosing Sony!
If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle
1-18-2024
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Best Bang-for-your-Buck Sony Video Camera
GeraldL Posted
The image you get out of the FX30 inter cuts with every other Sony Cinema Line camera seamlessly. The down sampling in 4K produces a fantastically sharp image. The 1080 is just okay, the FX30 performs the best shooting 4K. The newest firmware update improves the usability of the camera with the "big 6" menu. My only gripe with the camera is the placement of the thumb pad "Multi-selector". I wish it were on the back in the same spot the Alpha series cameras have it but that's probably just personal preference. Save the money on an FX3 and buy a fast prime, a light, and a shotgun mic. Seriously, you can get a complete film making package for less than the cost of the FX3 alone...
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Hi GeraldL,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you love it, and found it as a great camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 9-6-2025
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Little giant!
atisaiahredla Posted
Love this camera. Once you really learn how to use it and dial in your settings, it works incredibly. Just shot a short film, and I was a little embarrassed to say I shot it on such a B cam type quality, but once I really started to edit and color grade it really stood up to the competiton. I was super close to buying the fx3, but no need.
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Hi atisaiahredla,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved this camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 1-29-2025
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Sony FX30
BoMongani Posted
I love it. It's been everything I needed. The video quality is amazing.
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Hi BoMongani, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are happy to hear you are loving this camera and that it is everything you needed for your creative adventures. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 04/25/26 Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall Good but little Quirky
sunny Posted
Great Images and videos but a little complicated menu and not easy to navigate. The monitor is not visible in daylight when filming in some modes.
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Hello Sunny, Thank you for your review on the FX30. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear you are happy with the image quality from this camera and appreciate you sharing your feedback on the camera's menu and monitor as it allows us to keep improving future products and services. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beat Cinema Camera for the Price
Charles Posted
Great camera for the price! A great rival to the BMPC6k or 4k. Not often you can get a canners this versatile with the quality of codecs available for the price. You can take build this up to bed the camera you need for any shoot. Great but new beginners or pros needing a B camera to pair with their higher end cinema camera.
I would recommend this to a friend - Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Camera!!!
Zeus Posted
Amazing camera , the build quality its solid , great video capability, I do professional work with this camera , battery life its great no overheating and the new menu from Sony its good, great investment.
I would recommend this to a friend - Rated 5 out of 5 stars
First Sony, never going back
Vincent Posted
This was my first ever Sony cinema camera (I’ve owned multiple cinema cameras over the years) and was blown away by the built in features of it- specifically the proxy recording, wireless monitoring, and WiFi transfer to phone. Those 3 things alone sold me on wanting to move deeper into the Sony Ecosystem moving away from Blackmagic. There are some features I do miss, but everything you’re gaining from a compact camera I can’t complain at all. I’m looking to purchase another camera by end of year or early next year and it’ll def be a Sony
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Hi Vincent, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are happy to hear the performance of this camera has exceeded your expectations and has been a great asset to your work. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 10-26-25 Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good budget option for fx3
JianyanL Posted
Besides low light performance this is the best overall choice for video recording, great capabilities with long duration video recording
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Hi JianyanL, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It is great to hear you are enjoying this camera and its capabilities. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 01-6-2026 Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great A-CAM on a budget
JeremyL Posted
Great camera for the filmmaking features like cine ei (dual iso, custom luts, etc). The handle makes my workflow easier, no more external recording. Also, the fans on this camera is just cherry on top. Every camera I’ve owned overheats when shooting long videos (podcasts, events). This thing is built to last literally all day. Can’t really beat this video camera for the price. Pretty much has the premium features from a more expensive camera - just gotta work around the weaker low light capabilities, you should light your shots well anyways.
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Hi JeremyL,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as a great camera as it made your work flow easier. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 1-3-2024
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Sony Fx30 is Best cenima line Camera for me
Asadibrahim Posted
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. Its definitly more common because super 35m was cheaper. But film makers have always tried to use as large of a stock as possible. Imax or cine scope is expensive. I think large format / full frame digital got it push in the industry mainly of the arri 65. Personally i see Sony Fx30 is Best Cinema Line Camera
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Hello Asadibrahim, Thank you for sharing your feedback on this camera. We're happy to hear the quality and performance of this camera has exceeded your expectations. The FX30 is an amazing introduction to the cinema line. Its great you are having fun with it. We hope you continue to enjoy the camera and all of its features. Thank you for choosing Sony. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. -Linda Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony FX30 for the Win!
TomasO Posted
This Sony FX30 has been my favorite purchase of the last 5 years. It has been great for creating content, personal projects, and helping me build a creative portfolio. It is fantastic for getting the dramatic cinema quality look to my video. Exactly what I was looking for.
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Hi TomasO,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved this camera as it was exactly what you are looking for. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 10-10-2024
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Amazing Camera!
Alvin Posted
Amazing camera and so glad I was able to pick up and get protection on it all through Best Buy! Made my first camera purchase experience so easy!
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Hi Alvin,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our ILMEFX30 camera. We're glad to know that you' find our camera amazing. Thanks again for choosing Sony!
If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle
12-11-2023
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Videographer
KeenanR Posted
Great cinema camera. I use it for independent films, commercials and private events and so far I like it as well or better than my A7iii Sony plus the fx is Netflix approved.
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Hi KeenanR,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about the FX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you liked the camera and think that it's better than your other camera. It's also great to hear the you are able to use it on independent films, commercials, and private events.
If you have questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry
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Sony fx30
MalikD Posted
Best camera in the game don’t play yourself go big
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Hi MalikD,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as the best camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 7-20-2024
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Excellent cinema ca,era
DanielP Posted
If your looking for an entry level cinema camera that hold its own against the rest the FX30 is the camera for you.
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Hi DanielP, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are so happy to hear the Sony FX30 has worked out great for you and that you agree this camera holds its own! Thank you for choosing Sony. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. -Linda Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fx30
MohdF Posted
Best cinematic video camera I real enjoy film my videos with Fx30 recommend
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Hi MohdF, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. Its great to hear the FX30 has exceeded your expectations and most importantly, you are having fun with it. Thank you for sharing and thank you for choosing Sony. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. -Linda Sony Social Support <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/Sony_US.jpg" alt="Sony_US" title="Sony_US" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" />
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Sony fx30
AaronR Posted
I love it but the noise and low light isn’t that great but it’s a great beginner cinema line camera before you want to step up to a FX3
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Hi AaronR,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30 camera. We are glad to hear that you love it, and found it as a great camera especially for beginners. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 9-2-2025
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Great little beast
AaronC Posted
Great Camera. So far it’s been a great addition to my lineup
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Hi AaronC,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Being part of our cinema lineup, we really expect our FX30 camera to deliver. We're glad that our camera serves you well on your needs.
If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle,
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Perfect camera
A5DeezyFilm Posted
The best aps-c cinema camera, for the best price!!
I would recommend this to a friend