SONY FX3 Review: GREAT Camera, but Nothing New...

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Review of the Sony FX3 with comparison to the a7S III since it's essentially identical. Discussing ergonomics, design, and cine cam features.
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Review of the Sony FX3 with comparison to the a7S III since it's essentially identical. Discussing ergonomics, design, and cine cam features.
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0:00 - Intro & Disclosure
0:33 - Same Camera as a7S III
1:10 - Build & Features
1:52 - Fan & Overheating
2:49 - Menu Differences
3:33 - White Balance & Color
4:38 - Design & Ergonomics
5:18 - Audio & Top Handle
7:00 - 24-bit Audio Update
7:24 - Dynamic Range
8:20 - Final Thoughts & Value
9:36 - ಠ_ಠ
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@PeterLindgren1 3 жыл бұрын

You just had to call me during whiskey time didn’t you 😎.

@holsteincowboy 3 жыл бұрын

Hope it was Scottish whiskey !

@ondrejjanoska660 3 жыл бұрын

Thats enought :D

@wszystkofajnie183 3 жыл бұрын

@@holsteincowboy kzfaq.info/get/bejne/brx-o5h2u6u8Y30.html hehe

@itsn3t 3 жыл бұрын

Best cameo ever😂

@CreateGreg 3 жыл бұрын

Hehe, and you were saying Peter... 😅

@dslrvideoshooter 3 жыл бұрын

Sony should just embed your reviews on their home page and skip all future live release announcements. Would save everyone a lot of time!

@PaulFeinberg 3 жыл бұрын

Truth, I didn't even watch the Sony announcement video LOL

@geraldundone 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, Caleb. I love you.

@PeterLindgren1 3 жыл бұрын

This 👌🏼

@CallMeAntwan 3 жыл бұрын

So true.

@DentargPL 3 жыл бұрын

Is there even official announcement for FX3? I though this is it.

@MikeMarrah 3 жыл бұрын

That's it everybody. I made it to a Gerald Undone intro. I've officially peaked and can go sell all my camera gear and retire now.

@kustoo 3 жыл бұрын

That Peter phone call. 🤣🤣🤣

@mrshaheedmalik 3 жыл бұрын

"My name is Gerald Undone and this the same video with a different title."

@mrshaheedmalik 3 жыл бұрын

Sponsored by Storyblocks.

@benjaminparker_ 3 жыл бұрын

Love the sense of community and friendship amongst KZfaqrs that I’ve been noticing more lately - guest appearances and plugging each other’s videos and such. Think that’s great.

@RobRidesEMTB 3 жыл бұрын

Boom- Went to KZfaq to watch FX3 details and Gerald notification pops up. Immediate watch 👊

@jasonsunly 3 жыл бұрын

“I’m Gerald Undone, and I watch my own videos at 200% playback speed. “

@JCTechFinance 3 жыл бұрын

Even Amazon describes the Sony FX3 as the Sony A7Siii in Sony FX3 product page description...

@AmritaBhortake 3 жыл бұрын

Such an amazing review, as always, Gerald.

@MatthPeder 3 жыл бұрын

Came across your channel a few weeks ago. I really appreciate how clear and honest your reviews are without the brash salseman-ship found on some other channels.

@heyramineni 3 жыл бұрын

I liked the part where you plugged in the sponsor into the review to ensure viewers don't skip it. That is great thinking.

@curtisjudd 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done, Gerald. You almost convince me to buy a Sony. 😀

@wjhazel 3 жыл бұрын

Give in to your emotions..

@curtisjudd 3 жыл бұрын

@@wjhazel Hahaha!

@curtisjudd 3 жыл бұрын

@D'arcy Leland I'm happy with my P6K for interviews and such, but it is tough for the corporate work where I need continuous autofocus.

@mrshaheedmalik 3 жыл бұрын

@@curtisjudd have you looked at the AFX? www.indiegogo.com/projects/afx-autofocus-adapter#/

@pcmasterrace9024 3 жыл бұрын

Sony mirrorless is the future bruh

@LizziePeirce 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more with your assessment of it's value. You're really paying for the k3m and if you like the design of the body... and you shoot mostly video so you don't need the viewfinder. Some people will appreciate the few differentiators it has but I don't regret my a7siii purchase - phew haha. Great vid as always Gerald!

@BrendanEvan 3 жыл бұрын

With the internal fan it's like an A7S3: Arizona Edition

@slpianoproject 3 жыл бұрын

Im back to your channel after taking a break from photo/video. Wow just wow the production value my friend it is really something. Your content always has been the best on the subject imo but now its clear youve mastered your craft and it shows. Sony even sends you gear now? From 10k to 250k subscribers? Congrats my friend, glad to see hard work paying off!

@crystalpulseTV 3 жыл бұрын

Masterful work, and loved that ending haha!!!

@dausmaa2416 3 жыл бұрын

I love the way this guy reviews, hopefully the next time I'm gonna buy a new camera, gonna check his reviews first

@BhaaskarDesai 3 жыл бұрын

This is probably the only channel if one needs a 'real' review. One stop, and you know what to do. Thank you so much Gerald~! :)

@paulmarshall1480 3 жыл бұрын

Great vids, really appreciated. Do you know if Sony have given any thought to bringing out a variable ND adapter? I'm thinking something like a Metabones Speedbooster but containing the ND mechanism and switches/dial. Would be a real draw for people like me that have worked with ENG cameras for years. Keep up the great work!

@kraft1954 3 жыл бұрын

Great review! Camera FIRE! I wanted to ask if everything is sold with XLR together?

@AsianWithHat 3 жыл бұрын

The best technical review that matters the most!

@thomasjmcclure 3 жыл бұрын

Been following Peter L for a while, that was a great way to plug his video and make me hop straight over and watch haha.

@Miguel_Molina 7 ай бұрын

here we are two years later, and the fx3 has completely ended the a7s line

@skymakai 3 жыл бұрын

The ONE review I need to watch. Thank you for doing all the work!

@Jtytwister 5 ай бұрын

I would love an updated FX3 review as it’s quite a different camera than it was initially.

@nolanmolt 3 жыл бұрын

Was hoping it ATLEAST had more dynamic range. Makes me happier to have my A7Siii. I always watch your reviews first Gerald, thank you for the honesty!!!

@AlexanderHaritakis 3 жыл бұрын

Great ending!!!Great video as always!!!

@Justinian42 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Gerald! Absolutely love your content! Quick question, does the audio module that comes with the fx3 fit on the A7siii on the shoe mount as well? Or does the mounting bolts/anything else interfere with that fit? Considering buying a second A7siii soon, but might get this FX3 instead for my second (or primary and making the A7siii b cam), especially if the handle and interface fit/work on both cameras. Of course the handle wouldn’t be structurally fit for carrying the A7siii from the shoe, but just might be a cool audio option if it works. Thank you! And thank you for always being the #1 source for this kind of info (though I’m off to Peter’s channel now to watch his vid too!)

@joshuaaruiz 3 жыл бұрын

This is the only video I wait for when a new camera is released! Thanks Gerald! This was an awesome video 🙏🏼

@JonathanDavisKookaburra 2 жыл бұрын

Gerald Undone for the tech geek out. The kid from 'up' for entertainment, and very decent reviews. Caleb for film making on a shoestring... and awesome in depth courses on camera gear.

@MidwestWrestle Жыл бұрын

Hi Gerald: May I ask if you intend to produce a video on Firmware 2.0 for the FX3? Either way, thank you for all that you do. Your content has been critical to my learning and growth in videography.

@AndrewMurphyFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Wicked review as always. Loved the ending 😂

@danielbeleski 3 жыл бұрын

Great video mate, seemed like blackmagic took the steps with the 6k pro rather than what I thought Sony would’ve with the features they’ve added

@chrisbrockhurst 3 жыл бұрын

here before the live event.. 5 seconds in and i've closed the live stream.

@taufiknobo 3 жыл бұрын

First of all its grey! 🤣

@markrobinson8254 3 жыл бұрын

yeah very funny start I'm worried about the large wrench's in the back ground What size camera for those? Your Michell BNC ?

@PaulFeinberg 3 жыл бұрын

That ending was great.......your thoughts are exactly what I was thinking......No EVF and more expensive. If you plan to get the K3M then it will save you some cash ($178 for EDU discount people), but even then you don't get the mic and if you ever sell the camera to upgrade you can't keep the audio piece anyway so might as well just buy them separately so you don't have to worry about buying one again in the future.....but I could see both sides. All in All.....awesome review as always dude.

@angelangelov2354 3 жыл бұрын

One thing that could differentiate the FX3 from the a7S III is the noise reduction, because the cinema line is noticeably superior in that regard. If the FX3 doesn't have the cinema NR at launch, maybe it could get it via firmware update and then that would be a valid reason to pick it, instead of the a7S III (assuming it doesn't get the same update) for video work.

@aliabdaal 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing review

@cosmincimil 3 жыл бұрын

You've watched it at least 2x speed, am I right? 😂

@BrendanEvan 3 жыл бұрын

@@cosmincimil My ridiculously productive Gerald Undone viewing habits

@schnitzel_crumbs 3 жыл бұрын

@@cosmincimil I watched this video while taking notes on my iPad in the Notability app.

@AllenCavedo 3 жыл бұрын

This is a well thought out addition to the Sony line up of video oriented cameras. Having hard points around the camera built into the frame is a welcome addition, one that I hope starts a trend with other camera makers. You listed a few shortcomings with which I agree, but I will add one more... there is no TimeCode support. I read an article how big-time filmmakers may wish to use this camera for on car placements or other uses on set to add shots that can cut in with the Venice camera. Well not having TC is a problem there. Yes it can record an LTC audio track and that is the only option but even the BMPC 4K camera at $1295 supports real TC in meta data.

@ChrisProuse 3 жыл бұрын

Great review as always Gerald!

@sl05bps 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a review of the FX3’s clear image zoom, since the zoom is a unique feature of the FX3 form factor.

@deepseadiver8191 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I'm hearing some early reports that the way the FX3 handles detail is actually different from how A7sIII does. The image seems to be less sharpened / more pleasing than A7sIII when at the same -7 Detail setting. Have you pixel peaked into that? Thanks!

@LukeBarousse 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah, the video i was waiting for!

@juliamineeva803 3 жыл бұрын

Gerald - as always my admiration for your excellent reviews. I have two questions that applies equally to the FX3, as they do to the a7SIII: when filming in HLG using the S Gamut3.cine setting (wished there was a BT2020 setting), can one record internally at 30p using the 300mbps 4K S-I All-I codec, or is the bit rate reduced when recording HLG internally ? Also, when importing into FCP, can one convert into a format that is less limiting than Rec 709, for instance a post HDR color gamut that is closer to the Rec 2020 color space ? Thanks, Julia

@nickasher7105 3 жыл бұрын

gerald, you really are the best dude when it comes to camera reviews, not one of the best, but the best. seriously thank you .

@hsifnfixiwndjc8wmenfickanxicje 3 жыл бұрын

U had me at zoom control!!! Wow that's awesome! Love focus ring on lenses but never friggen unstood the zoom feature on a lens. Also thanks for the sponsor clarification. Hmm. Idk how much i like no view finder. I currently. literally never use one but my GF wont use the camera outside of the viewfinder.

@tomf5539 3 жыл бұрын

Does it give an option to use waveforms? That's always one of my biggest gripes about using mirrorless or DSLR cameras. You'd think something being marked in a "cinema" line would have that, but based on your review it doesn't seem like that is an option without an external monitor.

@HiFocusedCinematography 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another great review! Can you dial in the exact shutter to help with light flicker like A1? Is there a mechanical shutter that closes when changing lenses like the A1?

@mantxu17 3 жыл бұрын

That Peter call was just: XD Nice

@josedanielfiorillorestrepo8393 2 жыл бұрын

Gerald, all your videos are amazing, thanks. Are you going to review the NIKON Z9 since Nikon is advertising it as their top of the line flagship video camera? Thanks!

@CreativeVideoTips 3 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try this out!

@Deatarus51 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, that cameo ending the way it did was brilliant. Now I have to go see his video to hear what he was gonna say. Love it.

@VASAProductions 3 жыл бұрын

This is an automatic like in the first 3 seconds, it's Gerald, the quality will be through the roof. -Jason

@DanielConstant00 3 жыл бұрын

lmbo at the ending. super funny but also good promotion cause now i need to watch his video to hear that finished thought. Genius. lol

@RickMentore 3 жыл бұрын

Its amazing how quickly you have become the best reviewer of cameras on KZfaq. I wish this was a review of the Sony A7 IV.

@zagorcuk1966 3 жыл бұрын

I really think they should have included DCI 4K with the FX3 to make it more distinguished from the A7SIII. That would not cannibalize the FX6 because that one has the variable ND filters and some other stuff......they can still include the DCI4K to the FX3 with a firmware. They really should. Not having the DCI 4K (but having the viewfinder) can be the special thing for the A7SIII. Besides my remark above ....as always the best review on the internet...thanks.

@treyxaviermusic 2 жыл бұрын

FAMALAM - I haven't been able to find the answer to this ANYWHERE and you're my only hope - I recently installed LED strips in my studio as background lights, and for some reason ONLY on my Sony cameras I'm getting flickering from them. I did everything all the articles and videos said to eliminate it, I'm shooting at 24fps 1/50 and it's still there. It's not there on either the Canon or Blackmagic cameras I tried with the same settings. HALP PLS FREN

@HeathcliffBlair 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, but does it have the auto-focus limitation of the FX6? Does its continuous object AF mode equal the A7S3's?

@FanboyFlicks 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Gerald, just kind of curious though because you said it doesn't have face-only AF like the FX6, but does it have the exact same AF as the A7siii? Just wanted to make sure. Love the new studio btw

@DaryleHamel 3 жыл бұрын

Love the cliff hanger for Lindgrens video 😀 For the record, I don't believe Sony will be updating the A7s III with cinetone because, and I bet more than anything this will hold true, cinetone is a FX feature reserved only for cameras in its lineup. That's right- pony up the few extra bucks if you want Cinetone!

@AndrewMasters 3 жыл бұрын

excellent gerald. pure excellence.

@GurjantSidhu 3 жыл бұрын

Please review the BMPCC6K Pro as soon you get your hands on one!!! We love you ❤️

@skyphotography4918 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing review thanks mate.

@paolorosenberg9484 3 жыл бұрын

An update on S-Cinetone for FX3 & a7sIII would be much appreciated. But for now just one question: Is the native ISO for S-Cinetone on FX3 & a7sIII 320?

@NewsMoto 3 жыл бұрын

I think Gerald Undone has made it. He is the only camera review you want to watch now.

@PaulKentSkates 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of the new canon stuff and the zoom f6 for my personal use, but I've always used Sony cinema and camcorders in the field. This is going to be a consideration for my new field kit mainly because of the form factor. (Action documentary work) Too bad it's heavier than the a7s3.

@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын

I’m very curious to see where this camera lands after it’s been out for a while. The a7SIII seems to be a better buy 🤷🏻‍♂️

@impatrickt 3 жыл бұрын

ergonomics is everything. love this little thing.

@GLOBIK 3 жыл бұрын

Great point! Peter Convinced me.

@darylawaita 3 жыл бұрын

I say it all the time. This channel, DP Review TV, and Philip Bloom are the ONLY camera reviews that matter!

@alexanderchua 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Review and hitting all that matters!

@georgemalczynski 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Gerald!

@olly5896 3 жыл бұрын

Gerald, had fx6 and 7s3 a while now, i like both (the 7s3 more) but both seem quite soft to my eyes, in 4k. Also, getting a lot of macroblocking issues in shadows, in all I, 4k, slog 3. Would this be improved by a ninja V and prores? Would love to get your thoughts on these issues if you do any more follow up vids.

@JamesClark1991 3 жыл бұрын

Great as always Gerald! ✌️

@ThaimachineFilms 3 жыл бұрын

hey gerald great review. S3 dont got 180/ shutterangle.... if i wanna shoot 120FPS the shutterspeed ist 1/120 how i change it to at least 1/240 ? shutterspeed

@ActualKaktus 3 жыл бұрын

"I'm Gerald Undone...and Zebras? I don't need no stinkin' Zebras"

@tomassantos4299 3 жыл бұрын

I have one question, Why launch the A7S3 ? For only a viewfinder and still ? There aren’t many photographers using a 12Mp for photography

@chirantha 3 жыл бұрын

Love your reviews man!

@FlipDeRiviera 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant camera for professional video work. Powerful and reliable. The XLR inputs and the active cooling system are a major update. Impressive package in such a compact cinema camera. Sony really nailed it, well done.

@ResizeFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@pgulysse1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks A lot of tools for photographers and vide makers/filmmakers. They are all great. Just choose the right tool that fits your needs and your style. In term of compactness, Sigma fp design.. Waiting to see what Sigma will bring us for the rumored fp L.

@TerryWarfield 3 жыл бұрын

here! for the a7siii long term review lol

@BampFilm Жыл бұрын

Hey Gerald… I think we need an updated FX3 review from the maestro of deep dives now that we have CineEi

@MANUELHSTUMP 3 жыл бұрын

Does it have an internal/scratch mic ? Does it record audio when the handle is not connected ? Thanks!

@i.norman 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info

@jean-charlesguichard6420 3 жыл бұрын

Cant switch Analog // Digital on the audio unit on the FX3 ? Would that mean that footage coming from the FX3 (when using the XLR ports) is 24 bits audio, thus impossible to play on VLC and non recently updated NLE's ?

@bluehoudini30 3 жыл бұрын

Does it have the electronic ND and what recorder can be used to capture the full 16bit raw signal?

@peterkomar2348 3 жыл бұрын

I want this red rec rectangle in displey during recorning in a7slll. It is always a problem to see if I am really recording from a greater distance.

@JDTechTV 3 жыл бұрын

Lol that ending is the ultimate KZfaqrs IYKYK moment haha. Well done.

@TheGeocab 3 жыл бұрын

What mic/s would you recommend to use with the XLR inputs since the FX3 doesn't come with one?

@sinanthedigitalguy Жыл бұрын

you save my budget! u r the best gerald

@artistjoh 3 жыл бұрын

I like the more video-centric nature of the FX3 vs A7S III. To me the five mounting points are gold, and the handle/XLR is appreciated. I just wish Sony would learn the value of shutter angle and anamorphic support. As a result this camera can only ever be a B-cam, but for those times when low light performance, 4K/120, and better AF are required, it earns its place in my studio.

@therealrockguru 9 ай бұрын

So what would your 'A' camera be?

@artistjoh 9 ай бұрын

@@therealrockguru I currently use several cameras including the Sony A7S II, A7R II, ZV1, ZV-E10, JVC LS300, Panasonic DVX200, GH5 M2, GH5S, G9 and GoPro as main cameras, depending on the job requirements. They each have pros and cons, but after the big announcement of the last 24 hours, I suspect the Panasonic G9 II is likely to become my main camera, although it will take using it before I can be certain. I keep getting sucked in to using Sony cameras, but Panasonic stabilization, anamorphic support, shutter angle, menus, and ergonomics, as well as the smaller MFT lenses always pull me back. The rock solid AF of the new camera means I may have finally found my perfect camera. I won't get rid of my Sony cameras, but I find myself using them less and less over time.

@BenMartin101 3 жыл бұрын

What length xlr chord is best with the FX3/k3m combo? Cuz I'm guessing it doesn't come with one?

@ToastedSynapseGaming 3 жыл бұрын

You did say you were hoping for more 'video centric' aspects, but what I was really hoping for were waveforms, false color, anamorphic squeeze, LUT import etc. I'm sure they aren't hard to implement. I mean how could they be, they are part of the software, not hardware. You already have a built in LUT for Slog that changes how the image is displayed even though it's recorded the same. You also have that Display button that switches between the leveler, camera info, clean display and histogram (the dreaded histogram). Why not have an option in the menu for "Use Waveform instead of Histogram - Yes/No" (maybe even size options or opacity) or a False Color LUT basically. You have the option for screen markers for cinema crop lines, why not Anamorphic. So many things could be done software-wise. Also, very interesting that they "include" the module in the box (as B&H says in their description). But I'm very curious about people that already have the other module, or another preferred audio setup that they don't want to give up. What then? Is Sony not going to give us a box with just the camera? That would be weird. It's like only having the option of buying new cameras with the Kit Lens included, no "body only" option.

@sandro6691 3 жыл бұрын

Can you test the ISO low light performance with the fan vs A7SIII. Although it's all the same, the fan might help reduce heat and hence have lower noise.