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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 173 reviews

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Customers are impressed with the Cinema Line FX30B Super 35 Camera's quality, overall performance, and ease of use. Many appreciate that it takes good pictures and is easy to operate. Some customers mention the reasonable price, the variety of features, and its lightweight, portable design. Overall, customers seem to have a very positive experience with this camera.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Should i get the fx30? Is this camera for me?

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its a great investment for this price. what can i say for what i wanted it for and some its definitely worth it. It will definitely make me better at shooting slog, thats for sure. Lol :) this camera is not for everyone though. Great for interviews, documentaries music videos. Even photography.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi TurkeySandwich, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy to hear you are loving the camera and it has been a great asset to you. Thank you again and thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Features, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best in class

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best camera if you are starting your journey in the cinema world and for social media, the quality and the features you will get with this beauty for its price it’s unbeatable. Even though doesn’t have a mechanical shutter the still are incredible amazing. I highly recommend this camera

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi chrispagaming,
      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 in its class. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 12-10-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It’s easy to look profeshhh!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is hands down the best camera if you are just getting started. I use this for streaming and am currently working on a music video. I know nothing about working a camera but there are plenty of YouTube vids on this camera to help get you started. It’s so easy to make your projects look professional.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Nixsounds, 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 enjoying this camera and the quality you are getting from it. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 11-1-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Compact Powerhouse

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been using the Sony FX30 for the past 5 months, and it has exceeded my expectations. Coming from a Sony a6400, this was a significant upgrade in terms of video capabilities. First off, the image quality is amazing with great color science and dynamic range. I also appreciate the form factor. The FX30 is compact but still feels professional. It has a built-in fan and long recording times. Autofocus is very fast and reliable. Eye tracking works well even during more complex shots. The menu system is improved over older Sony bodies which is a big upgrade. This camera is geared toward video, so if you’re expecting a hybrid camera with strong photo features, you might want to look elsewhere. But for video creators the FX30 hits the sweet spot of price, performance, and quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi yeti,
      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 impressed with this camera's capabilities. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 4-23-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No regrets whatsoever

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome so far. Have been using it for auditions and vlogging and I haven't had an y hiccups yet. Quality is amazing and the sony community online has been sper helpful.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JLopez, 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 enjoying this camera and have nothing but great experience with it. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 06-7-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great all over, kudos Sony

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing camera and i think everyone knows that already, what more needs to be said. Not sure if this could be improved in any ways maybe the higher base iso is not high enough.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello Lazlo, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ILME-FX30B
      s a great camera! Sharp quality pictures. We are happy you are enjoying your camera. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (5/2/2025) Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best camera to upgrade to from Sony ZV-E10

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you are like me and started out in videography with a beginner's camera Sony ZV-E10, the FX-30 is the best upgrade camera to seriously consider. 120 FPS at 4k 10 bit color is fantastic. While it lacks the photo burst capabilities that my ZV-E10 had, this camera is mainly used for videography. It can take nice photos, but you will have to rely on natural light as it is not compatible with a flash device.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SeanF, 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 think our camera is a great upgrade from ZVE10 in terms of videography capabilities. Thank you so much for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Pakorn (Sony Social Support) Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cinematic Power in a Compact Body

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Sony FX30 is an incredible compact cinema camera. Image quality is stunning, autofocus is super reliable, and the body feels built for creators. It gives you pro-level video features at a very fair price. Highly recommend it for filmmakers looking for cinematic results without breaking the bank.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello EduardoM, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We hare happy to hear you have found the performance of this camera to exceed your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 08-16-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Budget Cinema Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm a freelance videographer that primarily works with stand-up shows and this is by far the best quality camera at a reasonable price that'll do it all and for the entire duration of a 1 ½ to 2 hour show. I love the look and feel of the camera's body and with a built-in cooling system that prevents overheating while still being able to shoot 4k imagery with 10 bit color depth allows me to get a fantastic looking image with no worry on it dying. Easy to use and adaptable for all situations I need, especially when I pair it with my DJI-Ronin S3 for supreme versatility.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ConnorL,
       
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
       
      Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your kind words and we're glad to hear that you are satisfied with the camera. We strive to make our camera reliable and portable, specially in video projects, so we're glad it met your expectations. Your feedback motivates us to continue providing excellent services to meet the needs of both videographers and photographers.
       
      If you have any further questions or need assistance with, feel free to contact our phone support at 239-245-6360.
       
      Rubychelle,
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small camera big results

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing little camera. Basically the mini version of the FX3. Can’t recommend enough for video work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Drew,
      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 an amazing camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 5-14-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera. Amazing colors and clarity. I love this camera. Easy to set up and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi ILNTA2,
      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. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 5-17-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Don’t sleep on the fx30!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been looking to get a new camera for some time now. After countless nights of researching and looking into a good starter camera for advanced video creation, I came to the conclusion that the fx30 is the best option for the price. I’ve had this camera for a couple months and I’m still learning new things each time I turn it on and shoot something. I would highly recommend this as a gateway camera into cinematography.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jaden,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our ILMEFX30 camera. We're glad to hear that you're enjoying your experience so far and we appreciate your recommendation. Thanks 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 10-22-2023

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    BEAUTIFUL FX30

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    THIS IS A GREAT CAMERA AND HAS BEEN A BLESSING 2 CREATE WITH. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS CAMERA

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi 2SENN,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30B 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 10-25-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this camera!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I previously had a couple of FX3s but sold them when I had to scale back on my video business. I purchased the FX30 on sale and, sensor size notwithstanding, this camera is fantastic. I've used it on 3 corporate shoots, two of them green screen, and the camera has performed flawlessly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi DTLAMike,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30B 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 6-4-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice video camera!

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As a video centric camera this is super nice. The Codecs it shoots in are pro level and the quality of the video is amazing. focus is great, functions and menu are easy to learn. All around an amazing little camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi HowardS,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30B camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as a good camera for capturing videos. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 6-29-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this camera last week as an upgrade fresh out of film school. It has been incredibly user friendly, has image capabilities that exceed my expectations, and is still relatively small/ mobile. Best buy pickup was easy, went early in the morning and was in and out in 5 minutes

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi Carl,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our ILMEFX30B camera. We're glad to hear that you find our camera incredible and easy to use. 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

      12-24-2023

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good job.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent camera by Sony. The camera was there when I showed up. Good job.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi user929475,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX30B camera. We are glad to hear that you love it and found it as an excellent camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 10-11-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great cinema line camera

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great cinema line camera. Pairs really well with Sony A7s3. For the price you really can’t beat it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi FADiSHOTiT,
      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 9-22-2025
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Getting the fx3 was the best choice and investment

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Thank you for helping me out with grabbing the new camera i needed when my old camera broke great camera really love it and is a great investment if your into photography

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello XslomediaX, 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 happy with your choice and investment on the Sony FX3. We hope it continues to be a great asset to your work. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 07-23-25 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Mirrorless Camera on the market

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the best mirorrless cameras on the market. I pair this with my FX3 and works really good for matching color in post. Sony's color science is really good and you wont have any complaints with this camera. Shoots super high quality, never heats up and I can pair it with nice anamorphoic lenses!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Abhishek, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The ILME-FX30B
      is a great camera! Sharp quality videos produced from the unit. We are happy you are enjoying your camera. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (3/30/2025) Sony Social Support Sony_US