Sony Cinema Line FX30 vs Fujifilm X-E3
Sony Cinema Line FX30
Fujifilm X-E3 Silver 2017
What Buyers Say
Sony Cinema Line FX30
The Sony FX30 is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier cinema camera for its price, delivering superb image quality, excellent autofocus, and robust features like dual base ISO and XLR audio. Users highlight its value as a beginner-friendly yet professional-grade tool, with many noting it rivals more expensive models like the FX3. Minor criticisms include the lack of a viewfinder, a complicated menu system, and some software quirks, but these are largely overshadowed by its performance and versatility.
Pros
- Superb image quality
- Excellent autofocus
- Great value for price
- Dual base ISO
- XLR audio handle
Cons
- No viewfinder
- Complicated menu system
- Rolling shutter could be better
- No shutter angle option
- No open gate mode
Fujifilm X-E3 Silver 2017
The Fujifilm X-E3 is praised for its compact size, excellent image quality, and versatile features, making it a favorite among travel and professional photographers. Users appreciate the interchangeable lens system, 4K video capability, and intuitive controls, though some note a loose thumb rest and a preference for the X100F's viewfinder. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking a powerful yet portable camera.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent image quality
- Interchangeable lens system
- 4K video capability
- Intuitive controls
Cons
- Loose thumb rest
- Viewfinder inferior to X100F
- Touch screen only for right-eye users
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Exmor R CMOS | X-Trans CMOS III |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 26 MP★ | 24.299999237060547 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | X-Processor Pro |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF) | Phase Detection: 91 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 120 fps★ | 14 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 14 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | ✗ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg★ | 1.59 kg |
| Battery Life | 570 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB 2.0 micro-B★ |
| HDMI | HDMI Type-A | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Cinema Line FX30
- Strong burst (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
Fujifilm X-E3 Silver 2017
- Strong sensor (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong evf (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony Cinema Line FX30
Fujifilm X-E3 Silver 2017
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
