Sony Alpha FX3 ILME-FX3 | Full-frame Cinema Line Camera

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ix Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof. The XLR handle does not feature a dust and moisture resistant design Image stabilization is an important feature to have for run-and-gun filmmakers who want smooth footage without the need for a gimbal. Going a step further than Active stabilization is Dynamic stabilization, which proved particularly effective with the 20-70mm lens at its wide angle setting, but jittery when zoomed in nearer to 70mm. In-body stabilization, even in the Dynamic mode, does not replace a gimbal, but with a steady hand and moderate movement, you should be happy enough. The zoom lever located on the top of the grip not only controls compatible powered zoom lenses, but also allows Clear Image Zoom to be used with unpowered zoom and prime lenses – reducing the number of lenses required for many projects. This lever also enables smooth zooming that is difficult for manual zoom-ring control. The new camera also features a dust and moisture resistant designand durable magnesium alloy chassis. Moreover, USB PD (Power Delivery) supports fast charging [xiv]for uninterrupted recording. Note: Since this update adds functions and makes major specification changes, the camera settings will be initialised as part of the update process. It is recommended that you make note of all the camera settings before proceeding. Even if you have saved the settings using the various save features available (such as Save/Load Settings and Save/Load FTP Settings) the settings before Ver.1.01 cannot be read by the camera after the upgrade to Ver.2.00.

The inclusion of Sony’s acclaimed S-Cinetone look, inherited from the development of the FX9, allows cinematic colour to be achieved directly in-camera. S-Cinetone is optimised for natural skin tones and mid-range colours, with gentle highlight roll-off, for impressive subject depiction even without post production grading. As a result, MEGA O.I.S. produces beautiful pictures, free from blur and with no deterioration of image quality, at slower shutter speeds of more than 3 steps compared to other conventional models which do not have O.I.S. You can now shoot stunningly clear pictures with ease, even in situations that require slow shutter speeds, such as indoor or night time portrait shots, or close-up shots of a delicate flower using macro mode. Other focus features: Eye AF ([Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select, [Still image] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal,) Extra Optical Zoom 4:3 Aspect Ratio: 4.1x for 3Mega, 2Mega, 1Mega, 0.3Mega / 3:2 Aspect Ratio: 4.1x for 2.5Mega / 16:9 Aspect Ratio: 4.1x for 2Mega

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The FX3 offers an exceptional 15+ stops2 of dynamic range to handle settings ranging from well-lit interiors and outdoors in mid-day to morning and evening shots. Capture every nuance, and allow for unprecedented cinematic freedom in color grading. Stunning bokeh and full-frame creativity Creators need more than just refined features and performance; they also need reliability and durability. The FX3 combines a fan for active cooling with effective heat dissipation resulting in uninterrupted 4K 60p recording without thermal shutdown i. The newly developed fan provides high-efficiency cooling by drawing air into the camera via the bottom panel and exhausts via the side. I tested the camera with Pete, a filmmaking colleague who uses the Sony FX3 and FX6 cinema cameras every day for video commissions, and we’ll share our experience and thoughts on the ZV-E1’s AI-powered features in depth in a separate article.

FX3 was designed to optimize professional operability. The controls frequently used in movie shooting such as ISO, iris, and white balance adjustment are located on the grip and on the top of the body for easy access. In addition, 140 functions assignable to 15 custom keys allow for ultimate efficiency. S-Cinetone™ look – inspired by the color science of the digital cinema camera VENICE– which is also used in FX9 and FX6 Cinema Line cameras Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.No compromises have been made when designing the FX3 in terms of professional control and operability. The buttons frequently used in movie shooting such as ISO, iris, and white balance adjustment are located on the grip and on the top of the body. The design allows solo creators to control the buttons with one hand. In addition, 140 functions assignable to 15 custom keys allow for ultimate efficiency. As the latest addition to Sony's Cinema Line, the FX3 delivers a cinematic look and professional operability and reliability in a camera that is accessible to early-career creators, as well as suitable to be used alongside Sony's VENICE, FX9 and FX6 cameras. The new model provides outstanding image quality and usability for small scale and one-person shooting. The FX3 boasts industry-leading autofocus capabilities, 5-axis in-body image stabilization with Active mode v, handheld shooting design and advanced heat dissipation for extended recording times. All this is combined in a compact, lightweight body that provides the performance and mobility to meet the growing demands of today's content creators. All three cameras have the same maximum ISO in expanded mode, but the FX6 has a higher base ISO and dual native ISO technology with base ISO levels at ISO 12,800. It sounds as if the A7S III and FX3 might be using the same basic tech, but that the FX6 has more advanced dual-circuit noise control. 3. Color Recording Format (Audio): LPCM 2ch (48kHz 16bit), LPCM 2ch (48kHz 24bit), LPCM 4ch (48kHz 24bit), MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch Note: You will also need to update the Imaging Edge Mobile app to Ver.7.7 or later, and register as a new camera after the update.

Responding to requests from pro photographers and videographers, the menu structure has been designed to make moviemakers’ work more efficient. Menu tabs are on the left side of the display, while parameter groups and parameters related to the selected tab appear on the right. Up to three levels can be displayed together, making the menu structure more clearly visible. Touch-responsive menu operations enable fast, intuitive control. Create movies with in-camera 4K recording at up to 120 frames per second [vii]. Extraordinarily smooth slow-motion imagery(up to 5x) at QFHD (3840 x 2160) resolution with autofocus provides the new expressive capability. ISO Sensitivity [Movie]: ISO 80-102400 equivalent (Expandable to ISO 409600), AUTO (ISO 80-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), [Still image] ISO 80-102400 (Expandable to ISO 40- 409600), AUTO (ISO 80-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit)

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For more information read the comparison between the FX3 and a7S III and FX6 cameras in our blog review. Optional Accessories With its multi-task image processing capabilities, the Venus Engine Plus boasts excellent response time with a shutter release time lag of only 0.006 sec. and a shutter interval of 0.7 sec *. In the burst shooting mode, it is possible to shoot at three frames per second in full resolution **. The DMC-FX3 enables easy capture of those spur-of-the-moment shots. The FX3 also allows unlimited consecutive shooting up to the capacity of your SD/SDHC Memory card ***. The zoom lever located on the top of the grip not only controls compatible powered zoom lenses but also allows Clear Image Zoom to be also used with unpowered zoom and prime lenses with less image degradation – reducing the number of lenses required for many projects. This lever also enables smooth zooming that is difficult for manual zoom-ring control. Sony's early promos for its Airpeak drone showed its gimbal carrying the A7S III, but Sony has told us that the FX3 is also an ideal match for its debut flying camera. (Image credit: Sony)