Sony Cinema Line ILME-FX3A Black
Its 12.1MP full-frame sensor prioritizes low-light performance with an expanded 409,600 ISO and captures 4K at 120fps with 16-bit RAW output for maximum grading flexibility. The compact, cage-free body integrates a detachable XLR handle for professional audio, making it a self-contained cinema rig without the bulk. This camera is best for solo videographers and documentary shooters who need high dynamic range and reliable autofocus in a lightweight package.
Type cinema
Sensor 12.1MP full-frame
Video 4K @120fps
31 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong video (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong af (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong connectivity (66th percentile) 66th
Cons
- Below average sensor (9th percentile)
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 12.1 MP |
| ISO Range | 80 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR |
Autofocus
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Subject Detection | Yes |
Shooting
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 |
| 1080p FPS | 240 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| RAW Video | Yes |
| Codec | XAVC S-I, 16-Bit Raw |
Build
| Weather Sealed | No |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony Cinema Line ILME-FX3A | Fujifilm X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 12.1MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 493 | 779 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 30 | 75 | 40 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 579 | 1160 | 575 | 608 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Cinema Line ILME-FX3A | 79.8 | 39.9 | 35.2 | 33.9 | 90.5 | 9.2 | 47 | 29.5 | 66 | 14 | 35.9 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.3 | 96.9 | 94.5 | 82.2 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 24 | 96 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 93.5 | 92 | 99.4 | 95.4 | 98.7 | 70.9 | 98 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 8.7 | 89.2 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 91.9 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 22 | 89.2 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.8 | 91.3 | 95 | 92.6 | 90.5 | 66.2 | 97.4 | 98.8 | 96.1 | 14.6 | 99.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.4 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.6 | 96 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17.6 | 99.6 |
Usage Scores
- Overall31.2
- Video46.4
- Travel18.5
- Youtube33.3
- Beginner32.3
- Vlogging22.1
- Streaming37
- Photography24
- Wedding Events30.5
- Sports Wildlife30.9
- Product Photography22.1
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