Buy FX30 or wait for the next A6x00 camera?? My VONG awaited FX30 Review! Huge thanks to The Hidden Japan & the Niigata Prefecture for having us in a beautiful country side of Japan! For all the locations, please click “Read More”!
 📍錦鯉の里 Nishikogoi no Sato Ojiya City, Niigata 📍弥彦神社 Yahiko Shrine Yahiko, Niigata 📍嵐渓荘 Rankeisou Sanjo City, Niigata 📍藤次郎 Tojiro Open Factory Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata 📍三条鍛冶道場 Sanjo Blacksmith Dojo Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata 📍三条特殊鋳工所 Santoku Special Cast Co. Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata 📍清津峡渓谷トンネル Kiyotsu Gorge Tunnel Tokamachi, Niigata

The FX30 is incredible with all of the upgrades. I just got mine this week. If you're an APS-C shooter and you shoot videos, it will blow you away. The difference in 8 bit to 10 bit alone will bring about a professional quality that you didn't know you were capable of. Also all cameras come with the upgrade of gear, SD cards and such. Go with the FX30 over the full frame for massive savings.

I "upgraded" from an a73 to an fx30 since I'm more of a video shooter. The video centric features, 10bit colour, cineEI etc. I can buy 4 amazing APSC lenses for the price of one gmaster. I could've had an fx3/a7siii, or an fx30 with a couple lenses and an rs3 pro for the exact same money. Easy choice.

Thank you so much for visiting Niigata again Jason! We shared your video with the artisans and ryokan and they are SO happy. (they cant understand any of the English though haha)

Maybe the best video you guys have produced... I don't know if you can keep up the review + travel adventure format, but if you can you guys will hit 500k - 1million in no time. This is a camera video I can watch with my wife. Well done!

Outstanding! Thank you, I just got the fx30, it’s a little overwhelming but I really like it and want to learn. You helped me to understand. I subscribed to ur channel love it.

I absolutely love the aesthetics of the FX3 and FX30, especially since I never use the viewfinder on cameras due to wearing glasses. I hope Sony brings this look to their standard hybrid cameras

what a beautiful video. thanks 🙏🏻 for showing us what’s possible

The FX cameras have almost tempted me to come back to Sony since I took a hiatus after the A7II. I really like the no EVF form factor and raw power of these cameras. Maybe I have to rent one to see if all my Sony fears are unjustified now.

The FX30 is simply the most versatile camera I have ever bought. And I say this with a FX3 and A7IV owner as well.

Great review! Have been watching tons of reviews of the fx30. And your review, was the one that convinced me that this is my next purchase. Coupled with all my Apache sigma primes, as well as sigma 18-50 f2.8 and the new sigma 701200 f2.8 sport I will be wedding ready. I am an Apache shooter up to the canon C200 so this just makes sense. When I need to see in the dark, I will throw my Sony a7111 on the gimbal or go with my sigma 16 and 30 1.4 primes. But yes money is an issue and this camera hits all the markers. You are my favorite reviewer and thank you for helping this forever to decide shooter make her choice. You are a rock star!!!!❤❤

The FX30 is a video camera. Blury background is primarily preferred for photos and is often overrated for video purposes. If we want to achieve a large separation of the foreground and background, then the lenses are suitable for this and, above all, a suitable shooting technique (zoom), but during normal shooting we usually want to see even a slightly blurry background, and this is precisely where the FX30 is great. I'm not a professional. I use the FX30 for family video or for my small personal projects of nature or old architecture. I believe that for these purposes this camera is a very good choice, especially for the huge selection of lenses - from the cheapest ones to the top ones used by FF cameramen. I've been shooting on the Sony FX100 (very good camcorder) for a long time and I was still waiting for the FX800. It didn't come and I reached for the FX30 because it does what I wanted. The FX3 is better in low light, but it can't do such a fundamental thing as focus breathing compensation. It also has a better display.

The FX 30 is frankly an amazing camera. It's pretty much perfect 👍 My only criticism is it can't shoot in 6K resolution. However, for standard 4K delivery production this is an awesome piece of kit !

You always release a video when I most need it. I was just looking for a video like this to help me determine whether or not to get the FX30. Love your new series and can't wait to see the next episode!!

Very thorough and thoughtful review. Underrated, fo sho

Great job on the video Jason! Thanks for making it.

Thanks for the camera info and Japanese cultural exposé. Nice to get a two-fer!

I used my a6600 for travel in Japan recently. When I was taking video, my favorite lens was the Sony 15mmF1.4 G lens. Paired that with Sony 1655G lens and ECM-B10 mic and I was good for almost all travel situations.

Excellent video, especially your “commercial” for the travel business. I have had the a6500 for 4.5 years. I just an amateur photographer but I like a “real” camera over a cellphone camera. You nearly had me sold on the FX30, but no viewfinder and no built-in flash (and $1800 is quite a bit, but I could use the APSC lenses I already have). I seriously considered going to the a7C a few months ago, but the conversion cost was to much to justify (converted for full-frame lenses). I think the FX30 might be a better choice over a7C for those already invested in APSC lenses. I’ll have to look at the specs of the FX30. Maybe it might be a good choice if my a6500 decides it has taken enough pictures and videos. Thanks again.

Good informative video to support the purchase decision and nice advice on where to go in Japan. Thank you!

All I can say is... I don't know HOW I've gone so long without visiting Japan!

Can't wait to upgrade my a6300 to the fx30

Really great review with a view of Niigata, loved it. The FX30 is a really great camera, light and compact for travel use, that is why I got one. I’ve tested the Cine EI feature in low light at night and found it works really well. First Sony camera and I’ve started to try out the Log shooting modes and really like it. This camera produces some really nice images.

Awesome videos and honest reviews, thank you brother ND I shall see u in Japan filming one day

Sony fx30 is affordable but as a young guy who lives in 3rd country, Fx30 is goal this year. Not easy at all to reach 1k per month for a avarage student like me but I will do my best to get it soon

great video Jason!!!... like your mobile setup. personally, my problem with sony aps-c, is that Sony keeps putting aps-c sensors in aps-c bodies with "aps-c limitations" an aps-c camera in a full frame body with the same processing power. will be a much better option then a FF. better IBIS, better iso performance, better battery life, ect ect. The Fx30 is the answer, we just need a A6 (aps-c in ff body) and a FX60.

Incredible work Mr Vong 🙌

I’m on an A6000, been pushing this thing to it’s limit since it’s been out 🥴🥴 getting the fx30 soon can’t wait. Lml

Your information is always fantastic, and it's a pleasure to watch your content.

The "Vong dude abides!" Great review Jason!!!!

Outstanding shooting Jason. I get to try some at the,e Philly flower show tomorrow.

great video as usual, the Niigata video was amazing!

I've been waiting for more real world reviews. I love the fact that you hold out Jason and give us real perspective. I think i want one of these.

Love the fx30, and love the point the we are at in the camera industrie. 3 grand can get you a long way these day pretty darn cool

Truly interesting way to review Sony FX30!! Now I seriously consider to have it🤣

I'm strictly a photographer, but would like an upgrade over these Sony APS-C cameras. Why no full frame cameras ? Bulky and pricey lol. I've been wanting FX30 for a while, but seeing that it does not have mechanical shutter, I opted out. But with this review, it brings hope to me that Sony will bring out a cheaper version of this camera with photo capabilities. Thanks for the Vong review. Yours are great with such heartfelt commentaries about the gripes and the strengths of this cam.

Great great review and training in one - with the Vongfun factor to boot! A ton of work and we really appreciate it!!

im currently trying to save up for this camera myself, was looking at the FX3 but thats way over my price range,tbh even this camera is over my price range but i want it so bad. im only making $150 a month from babysitting but hopefully by the end of this year ill be able to get my FX30 :)

I couldn't fit in Niigata in my trip last month, but I'll visit on my next Japan trip (hopefully with a new Sony camera lol). I think everyone needs to visit Yamagata tho.

This is such a well rounded review! Love it

how i pray to the camera gods for a high end apsc a6600 replacement

Fly on the wall!!! 💀

This is awesome!

I enjoy your videos. You're personality really comes through. I've recently decided to post some of my videos to youtube and wanted to add more quality footage to enhance my viewer's experience. Being new to the camera world, I wanted to know what's the best camera for starters like myself at an affordable price. Mind you, all I have are a couple GoPros and my iPhone14. While all the jargons are still foreign to me, you've help me narrow down my choices to improve the quality of my shots. Keep it up and keep having fun!

Brought my fx30 to Hakuba japan skiing , oh it handles -10 great so far even with smallrig battery

The FX30 surely have FF quality videos ! Unfortunately I do not have enough money for it right now. I just got a used Sony a6000 and I'm very happy with it even if it does not shoot 4k.

Thanks for that great video and detailed explanation of the FX30! Ever wondered about the main differences to the A Series.

I am on the fence. I can afford a FX3 . But was leaning on buy a Siii. But after seeing this video. The FX 30 looks like a great Camera and half the Price of the FX3. This is a hard choice.

At the price point you should be buying the a7iv, (my opinion) this sensor will be in £700 cameras by the end of the year and it doesn't hold up well at all over iso 3200

I'm still using my a6400 😅 Just recently found out how to (kind-of) switch off the overheating warning, which cooks the camera but allows for 30+ mins videos in 4K 24p here in South Vietnam temperature (30 degrees Celsius, except in the nights when it is 29 degree Celsius kakaa)😁 FX30 looks great...

Thank you for this review and video amazing content as always

很高兴看到这只内容，感觉有很多的收获而且可以看到这台机器的一些优势和缺点，希望可以看到你更多的内容。

This was informative and loved what was created! Now I know where I wanna go.

Lovely video! Can’t wait to visit Japan!

I like the look of the FX30.

Awesome video thanks. I'm pretty sold on getting this camera now. Glad I found your channel 😊

I have the Fx6 now for nearly 2 years and I think the fx3 would be a great b cam 😀👍🏻

Man you shadows look so much cleaner than a lot of other youtubers! What is your secret haha?? Thanks for the video, super high quality content

I see you shoot often in DR Auto, not afraid of more noise with that setting ? Great video ! 👌

Come, brother Vong, join the dark side of FX line, nice to see you again, do visit us back again in Singapore :)

Love the Chris Broad cameo. 😂 How easy it it to generally shoot EI but use the aperture to make the micro adjustments, and only switch to EI 2500 when you're making that switch to night or something? I generally don't care about being wide open. So if it doesn't feel too limiting to use aperture only to control exposure, I'd be into it.

I'm entertained. Thanks Vong 🔥🔥

Love this review! Definitely considering getting the FX30 for my videos. Curious on lens recommendations to pair with this for both travel, short films, and interviews. Thanks!

Awesome my dude, thanks!

You guys are already testing Sony a7000/ZV100!!! Looking forward for this

I want a full frame fx3 so bad but I'm broke not sure I can get the fx30 but this video sold me on that aim. In addition you put another dream bucket travel location in the map for me. I had not heard of this place and it's beautiful. I still want to see Kyoto but if I'm able to make it there this will have to be added. Thanks!

Tou should try viltrox 13mm, better than 11 and 15mm in my opinion

Waiting for ZV-E100

Love the D4Darious transitions 😂

Most entertaining review i've seen for this camera. Love this!

super fun and informative. thanks!

Thanks for the video, it’s amazing! Also I have 3 months using the Sony Fx30; recently I buy the Sony 11mm f1.8 to use with my Crane M2 original 😅 in a short travel video and, oh man! what a marvelous experience! Light, easy to balance, run and shoot ideal setup (maybe I upgrade to the M3). And I need to visit Niigata, May be the next year, what time of the year you go? Saludos.

I really enjoyed this ! If they do make a new upgraded version of an a6000 with some of the new features of the fx30 I would be very curious to know what they’d price it at and what number they would come up with maybe a6700 a6900. I’d love to see 4k 120 come to them with 10bit 4:2:2 but I think it would be a big ask. Your travel style reviews are amazing Japan looks beautiful

Very informative, fantastic presentation..I love it,

Hey Von, that push-in shot would've been devastating if your wrist was to give up and say oops.

i am using the sony a6400 with kit lens, does the job for me. however recently its been over heating after like 40 minutes of recording. on 30fps at 4k. in 3 years it never overheated not once, including recording in the hottest weather (thailand)

I hope that it goes well as a B cam for my A7IV. This camera is SO awesome!

Awesome review. You almost convinced me to fx30 instead 7C ;)

Hello jason it was very educational watching your vids I'm living in Japan too hopefully we can met someday

Great video! Your voice sounds like Flynt Flossy. I see myself out...

Great vid. What made you stick with the M3 over the RS3 Mini?

I really hope Sony doesn’t forget about the a6xxx series I wouldn’t mind an update. The fx30 is great but as a ZVE10 owner it’s totally overkill for my set up

Hello Jason! Super content as usual. Please I have a few questions. 1. I want to get the fx30 for wedding shoots. Does it overheat? 2. I shoot a TV show with the A73 and it blows out white surfaces. I have to cut down a lot to accommodate such surfaces but the rest of the picture suffers. How can I fix this? Thanks Jason

Perfect content 👏👏👏

Only thing holding me back from FX30 replacing my a6300 is the lack of a mechanical shutter....I don't know how good it would be for hybrid work...thinking A7IV is better for me since I can still USE APS-C lenses with it. NEED dual card slots in next camera. My other cameras are Canon 6D (astro only) A7R II, A7S. guess the A7R II could remain my high res photo camera but I still think A7 IV would be better upgrade for me than FX30

how’s the low light compared to a full frame?

What a great video, bro.

INTERESTING , FINALvideo white are burned and black are crushed the look is a lot videoish for my taste , nice video

This might be a nice camera for underwater work in a suitable housing.

Nuth'n 'Vong' wid dat.

I want one 😢

some questions.. when buying an APSC 50mm Lense, do i have then true 50mm? and which Fullframe focal lenght would be 50mm? when filming 24 or 30frames? is the crop factor 1.5? or less? Btw. you got my abo with this one video, your style Reviewing something is fun and very informative! thanks

Always amazing videos from you! When you shoot in SLOG3 do you overexpose to 1.7 stops over and do you use picture profile 8? Other times, you say you use no picture profile and creative style. Which creative style and is DRO on/off/auto for you normally?

100-year hot spring baths become dangerous😂

So question, if you weren't a professional and just a casual traveler and pic taker would you have stayed with the a6500 or found a way to bump up to this guy or the other high end Sony's? Only asking cause I really like these newer cameras but haven't found a need to go away from my a7III, just moving from the a6000 took my brain some convincing.

How does it act and look if using full frame lenses on the apsc fx30? I’m really interested in getting one, but will be using my current lenses for a little while?

PS: as you mention in your video, the ibis in active mood is kind of good enough for standing still shots, but try to introduce any camera movement, even the simplest pan or tilt and you will find the horrible result... try walking with it and it's getting not usable at all :( sadly

Excellent.

Any recommendation for ND filters to use with the fx30 and Sony 11mm ?

TO be honest I rather have the Panasonic S5II for the same price, full frame, better low light, image stabilization in trade of 4k120. I won't be upgrading from this camera for at least 5 years.