Customers enjoy the FX3 Full-frame Cinema Line Camera's exceptional image quality, especially its impressive low-light performance. The camera's ease of use and compact form factor are also frequently praised, making it a versatile and convenient option. While some users wish for built-in ND filters, the overall positive feedback highlights the camera's value and capabilities. Many find it to be an affordable and powerful cinema camera.
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony FX 3 full frame
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The Sony FX3 is a compact full-frame cinema camera offering stunning 4K up to 120fps, excellent low-light performance, and over 15 stops of dynamic range. It features pro audio inputs, in-body stabilization, and fast autofocus. Ideal for filmmakers, it’s lightweight, reliable, and perfect for handheld or gimbal shooting.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Camera
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Sony FX3 is a powerful and versatile cinema camera that offers exceptional image quality in a compact package. While the price tag might be high, it’s a great option for professional videographers who need a portable camera that can deliver professional-looking results.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Pearl, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 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 4-26-2024 Sony Social Support
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Low light performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best video camera for YouTubers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this camera simply to make YouTube videos,,coming from iPhone pro max 14 & Sony a7c is insane. This camera having 4,000 price tag is justified. great investment. The low light on this camera unreal. It’s been a month since I purchased. The menu is very simple to use for beginners . No regrets !
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Yahusha, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback about the FX3 camera. We are glad to hear that you found it to be the best camera for online contents. It's also great to hear that you liked its amazing low-light capabilities and user-friendly menu. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry Sony Social Support
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Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The GOAT of Cameras
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Worth every penny. Bought it open box and saved $600 with no issues to report. Cooling is incredible and the 4k 120 S-Log looks awesome. Most affordable cinema camera out there. Perfect for making a movie without breaking the bank
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi MichaelH, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved 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 4-19-2024 Sony Social Support
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Camera quality, Form factor
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Video Camera
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love this camera. The small form factor is great. I dont miss the EVF. The top handle works well (get a extender for it though). And there are no compromises in video. If you're looking to do photos look at something like the A7IV or A7RIV. If you want an EVF look at the A7SIII. But for me I just use this strictly for video and it's excellent for that.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Chris, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our FX3 camera. We are glad that you have made the right decision. We hope you will enjoy all the amazing features this camera has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
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Camera quality, Low light performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cinematic Budget Beast!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This has exceeded my expectation especially in low light situations. A great film camera for beginner to advanced filmmakers! Paired with the right lenses the quality of your footage will amaze you! Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Lee1, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 camera. We are glad to hear that this camera exceeded your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 4-13-2024 Sony Social Support
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Camera quality, Low light performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid performer!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Amazing video camera! Performs as expected!! Used it on a wedding and a comic convention where the lighting is unpredictable. A+ performance!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi NiloJ, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 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 7-30-2024 Sony Social Support
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I’m here to say believe the hype!
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
At first thought, I was thinking what did I get myself into? So many menus and buttons, I’m in over my head! Several months later and more comfortable with this camera and I’m just amazed by the low light capability. I’ve wanted to get into video but didn’t want to deal with over heating problems so i went with this beast which has a built in fan. I love the focus transition from the touch of the screen, which you can change the speed of. No view finder really had me concerned about keeping sharpness on objects, not a problem. I still don’t know everything about it but no buyer’s remorse.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Thriftyshopper, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved this camera and its features. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 5-30-2024 Sony Social Support
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Small & mighty
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The FX3 packs a big punch. Out of cam footage is 10/10. The remote capabilities make on-set workflow easy. Great glass + great filtration on this sensor will give you a high quality image.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera, don't forget the extras!
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This camera is amazing, but just a part of a system. The best memory cards are $200 for 80gb, or you can buy a $600 Ninja V and an SSD or two. Just like a film camera it has to be 'built' to take advantage of everything it has to offer.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best camera under $4k for YT or podcasts, by far!
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Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Picture is fantastic. I use it for YouTube and video podcasting. It’s overkill and I probably should have gone with the fx30 but if I did that I’d probably still want to upgrade to the fx3 at some point. If you’re not bothered by the price, go for it. Plugging the podcast mic directly into the camera via xlr has simplified my setup and is so easy to use. I no longer need an interface to connect everything. I guess if you’re an audiophile and still want that level of granular control, you could still do that. I personally don’t have that level of technical knowledge in audio so I wanted to just plug and play, which this camera with the xlr handle lets me do. Professional audio I get without any extra effort is a huge win
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hello achaseodyssey, Thank you for sharing your feedback and love for the FX3. Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Its fantastic that the camera is working great for you and your work. The FX3 is a perfect compact cinema camera with amazing features. Thank you again for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great For Professionals
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Absolutely outstanding camera for professionals looking to up their game. I've been working with a Canon 70D for the last ten years and the improvement is insane. The dual ISO is perfect for low light shooting without having to compromise with heavy amounts of grain. The dual card slots are great for longer shoots and the built in fan is a game changer for longer takes so the camera doesn't overheat.
Overall this is the best camera I could have asked for when it comes to professional videography. If you're looking for a camera that will last you for the next ten years, look no further.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hello ConRtist, 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. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 5-3-25 Sony Social Support
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Camera quality
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Nd filters
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
An indie Filmmaker’s dream camera!
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
As an indie filmmaker, this camera is by far the best I’ve ever had. With that being said, it’s still a bit of a stretch to call it a full fledged cinema camera. There’s a few key things that are missing that would make this a true beast, like internal ND and global shutter… but the image it produces basically makes up for it. If you know what you’re doing you can get incredible results with this bad boy, and is 100% worth trying out!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi JoeH,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our ILMEFX3 camera. We are happy to hear that our camera had become a great companion for your past film and we also appreciate your inputs about the features you want. We will strive more to meet the evolving needs of our customers, Thanks again for choosing us.
If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle,
Sony Social Support
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Little Cinema Cam
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Ive been fortunate to have used Sony for a few years now, and i love the sharpness and quality of their images. The FX3 is a versatile camera that gives so much in a little build. If youre on the fence, get it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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We're happy to hear that you love your FX3 and its sharpness in quality of the image. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Most of all, thank you for continuing to choose Sony! - Glenn
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Creators Dream
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love this Camera the footage is amazing and the color science allows you to get really creative!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Lovely Cinema Camera
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Love my new fx3. Colors, immaculate. Slig3 in 10 but, amazing.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi EdgarU, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 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 12-3-2024 Sony Social Support
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Nd filters
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Almost Perfect!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
If this had built-in NDs it would be the perfect camera. But make sure you realize you'll need high speed CF Express cards which can be $$$.
Fantastic camera. Use on every shoot.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi HallwayMedia, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our FX3 camera. We are glad that you have made the right decision. We hope you will enjoy all the amazing features this camera has to offer. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support)
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
the best camera money can buy
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This camera is perfect. Like it is truly my dream camera when it comes to size and output. The compact design is a dream when it comes to flying the camera on a Gimbal. The footage you get from this camera is just flat out incredible. I shoot weddings for a living and doing that barely scratches the surface of what the camera can do. I look forward to sticking cinema lenses on it in the next few weeks and really unleashing what it is capable of.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi Punsforall, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback about the ILMEFX3 camera. We are glad to hear that you found it as the best camera your money can buy. Thank you for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Regards, Larry 10-26-2023 Sony Social Support
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Camera quality, Form factor
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Great Form Factor for a Cinema Camera
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This full-frame Cinema Camera is my go-to camera. It packs a lot in a small form factor and makes for a great b-roll. A must-buy for the traveling videographer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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It's great to hear the FX3 is your go to camera. We're happy to hear you are satisfied with your camera and its small form factor. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn
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Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sony FX3
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Amazing camera despite its age! Was hesitant to purchase as I expected a new camera to release soon. I also own the A7IV. When comparing my experience with each camera the Sony FX3 seems to spark more inspiration to film something and the video quality is fantastic!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from SonyListens
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Hi MJayThaGreat, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the ILMEFX3 camera. We are glad to hear that you think our camera produces fantastic video footage. Thank you so much for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Pakorn (Sony Social Support)