Customer Ratings & Reviews

If you’re looking to get into cinema cameras, the FX30 is such a great option. Literally everything you need for cinema set up in this compact style body like Dual Base ISO, Timecode, loadable LUTs, and the XLR top handle. For a cinema camera I’d say the learning curve isn’t too steep either. You can pick up and shoot with this camera and achieve some pretty stellar results. For the value, the FX30 is hard to beat.

I bought the Sony FX30 mainly for video work and it has been an amazing upgrade. The image quality is extremely sharp and the colors look great straight out of the camera. Once you start shooting in S-Log3, the footage really comes to life in editing and gives you a lot of flexibility. Autofocus is one of my favorite parts. It stays locked on the subject even when moving, which makes filming much easier and less stressful. I also appreciate that the camera is built specifically for video. The buttons are well placed, it feels solid in hand, and I have not had any overheating issues even during longer shoots. For the size and price, the FX30 delivers professional-level results. It is a great choice for content creators, filmmakers, or anyone serious about video. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to step up their production quality.

[DISCLAIMER: I have no other frame of reference since this is my first camera] I mainly bought this camera because I had an upcoming project for university centered around making a short film. Although an expensive first camera for a pure beginner, I wanted to look for something I could grow into. I had a lot saved up from freelance 3D work and decided to bite the bullet after doing a ton of research. As someone who's never handled a real camera before, I found the FX30 to be easy to learn and shoot with even while using it manually (I'm sure using it in auto would be even easier). I paired it with a tamron 17-70 f2.8, and the picture quality turned out fantastic. The short film was received greatly, and I can't help but thank this camera for being my main workhorse. There's a lot more to learn, but I am excited to continue using the FX30 for the foreseeable future

Incredible video quality, easy to use, and very reliable. Worth every penny

Wonderful camera! Video quality is great and it even takes good pictures if you need it to! My videos looks beautiful and professional. It shoots in RAW so the color grading looks gorgeous in the editing room because it gives you so much to work with. The 4k videos have looked great! Some settings are a little complicated but not hard once you know where everything is. The camera itself is gorgeous too.

Love the 4k 60fps video from the FX30. I primarily use it to shoot soccer videos (I shoot each 45 minute half to keep the whole match in a more manageable size for other parents/kids to download from MS OneDrive). It's nice to not have to worry about the camera overheating in the sun and losing precious videos of my kids. I have shot videos in the summer in Virginia in the mid-90's with high humidity and the FX30 performed like a champ. I used to shoot 4k 30fps videos with the a6600 which was great, but it did overheat/shutdown in mid-90's heat in Arizona and ended up missing some nice match moments.

Subject: Excellent Experience with BESTBUY Online Service and Sony FX30 Camera Dear Best Buy Customer Service, I wanted to express my enthusiasm for the exceptional online service provided by Best Buy. My experience with purchasing the Sony FX30 camera was fantastic! Not only did I find the camera easily on your website, but I also benefitted from a $200 discount through the Total Tech Support promotion. The Sony FX30 arrived promptly as scheduled, and I am thoroughly impressed with its performance. This camera represents a significant upgrade from my Sony a6400. From its video quality, color science, picture clarity, and low-light capabilities to the intuitive new menu system and the flexibility to use custom LUTs—the FX30 truly stands out. It pairs seamlessly with my Sony a7IV, enhancing my overall setup. I must also commend the tall slender Sony sales representative at your North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale FL location, who made a compelling case for the Sony FX30. Their expertise played a significant role in my decision. I highly recommend the Sony FX30 to anyone venturing into filmmaking or seeking a reliable B-camera. Additionally, I urge others to explore Best Buy's online shopping platform for a seamless and satisfying experience. Thank you once again for the exceptional service and the opportunity to share my positive experience. Best regards, Renaldo

Been a wedding videographer for 11 years and have never had a tool that makes my job easier than this camera. Terrific image quality, great in low-light, well designed and built well, integrated fans help with overheating. Sony has made significant improvements over the years to the menu and functionality. Overall incredibly value in a lightweight package. Highly recommended.

Excellent camera. A bit of a learning curve but well worth it for the quality and price point! I have two of them now. Upgraded from the Alph 6300 and all the lenses I bought fit the FX30. I would recommend getting a lens hood. Still on the learning curve.

I’m so happy with this camera. It’s an amazing entry point into Sony’s cinema line, so you can learn their tech and terminology that will carry over to their higher-end cameras when the time comes. With some learning and experimentation, I’ve been able to customize this camera for my uses and get truly professional, cinematic footage. The amount of camera you’re getting for under 2K is groundbreaking.

Amazing camera. I did my research for a cine cam and I fell for the FX30 propaganda lol. The quality is absolutely amazing. It’s so easy to work with and getting the footage from the cam. I’ve had it for 2 years now and I haven’t had any problems. For the quality you get from it, the price is definitely worth it. 10/10 recommend.

I purchased the Sony FX30 and I’m absolutely thrilled with this product. It meets all my expectations and even goes beyond — this is the best thing I’ve ever bought. I’d also like to highlight the customer service, especially the mobile phone department. The staff were very friendly, responsive, and provided me with all the information I needed to understand why this product was the right choice. Overall, I’m completely satisfied and impressed. Highly recommend both the product and the service!

The Sony FX30 is a stellar choice for aspiring filmmakers and videographers. This camera boasts 4K recording with impressive dynamic range, delivering crisp and vibrant footage. Its compact, lightweight design makes it perfect for on-the-go shooting, and the intuitive interface allows for easy control over settings. The FX30’s fast and reliable autofocus ensures smooth and precise tracking, even in dynamic scenes. Low-light performance is also noteworthy, with minimal noise and excellent image quality. The camera's extensive customization options and robust build make it suitable for various shooting environments. Overall, the Sony FX30 is a powerful, versatile tool that elevates video production to a professional level. Highly recommended for anyone serious about filmmaking!

Before I purchase this camera, I was incredibly hesitant, I was filming with 2 a7iii that mostly did everything I needed, I even figured out a perfect picture profile to produce great skin tones. However, I ran into the need to to shoot at 60 frames per second at 4K and unfortunately, the cameras I had were not capable. I went as far to consider selling both my cameras just to purchase the FX3 but that also seemed way out of my budget. How could I trade two cameras for one even though the FX3 is a great camera, especially in low light. then, and associate recommended meet the FX30 reminding me that I would be shooting with a 6K sensor that with down sample to 4K all at a fraction of the cost of the FX3. The main reason I purchase the FX 30 was because I already had some crop sensor lenses that I could use on it the Tamron, 17–70. works great with this camera btw. Matter of fact, I work, so great that I sometimes forget that I am not shooting in full frame. I do eventually want to purchase it but for now this has been a great camera and the Best Buy ;)

So happy with this camera. Footage is so unbelievably clean. Crop sensor doesn’t even matter in my opinion. Make sure if you want to shoot in 120p you buy a V60 sd card at the least so it can handle it. It will not shoot 120 on a v30. Buy it! Dont wait anymore just get it!

Excellent camera for starting cinematography. Easy to operate for a beginner as well. I love the touch screen and the flip out LCD.

I dont care what anyone say, my crop sensor footage looks better than videographers with full frame. It can shoot 4k 60 no problem and is super light. Menu layout is really easy to use and this camera for the price is a steal in my opinon.

amazing camera, I first bought this to help my crew with some film ideas and now it’s my everyday camera, hasn’t done me wrong!

The Sony FX30 works really well. The video quality is sharp and professional, and it’s easy to use for both beginners and experienced creators. I’m very happy with this camera and highly recommend it for anyone looking to shoot high-quality content.!

Excellent APSC Cinematic Camera. I use it for all my work. Plus lenses are significantly cheaper compared to FX3