Name: Sony FX30 (ILME-FX30)
Brand: Sony
SKU: 1224
Availability: InStock

Description

The Sony FX30 brings the power and workflow of Sony’s Cinema Line to a compact and affordable Super 35 format camera. Designed for filmmakers, content creators, and video professionals, the FX30 delivers cinematic image quality, advanced autofocus, professional audio support, and extensive recording options in a lightweight body ideal for handheld, gimbal, and travel productions.

Key Features

Super 35 Exmor R CMOS Sensor

The FX30 features a 26MP APS-C / Super 35 back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor paired with Sony’s BIONZ XR image processor. Optimized for video production, the camera delivers detailed 4K imagery with wide dynamic range and excellent low-light performance.

Oversampled 4K Recording

Capture ultra-sharp UHD 4K video using 6K oversampling from the full sensor width. The FX30 records:

UHD 4K up to 120fps
Full HD up to 240fps
10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording
XAVC HS, XAVC S, and XAVC S-I codecs
All-Intra and Long GOP recording formats

Cinematic Color Science

As part of Sony’s Cinema Line, the FX30 includes:

S-Cinetone color profile
S-Log3 gamma curve
HLG HDR recording
Rec. 709 support
S-Gamut3 and S-Gamut3.Cine color spaces

These profiles provide natural skin tones, cinematic color reproduction, and extensive flexibility for professional color grading.

Wide Dynamic Range

The FX30 captures more than 14 stops of dynamic range when recording in S-Log3, preserving highlight and shadow detail for greater flexibility during post-production.

Advanced Autofocus System

Sony’s Fast Hybrid Autofocus system delivers reliable tracking performance with:

Real-Time Eye AF for humans, animals, and birds
Real-Time Tracking
Touch Tracking
Focus Map display
Focus Breathing Compensation with compatible lenses

The autofocus system provides smooth, accurate subject tracking for both solo operators and professional productions.

High-Speed Recording

Create dramatic slow-motion footage with:

4K recording up to 120fps
Full HD recording up to 240fps
Up to 10x slow-motion playback

Built-In Cooling System

An integrated cooling fan and efficient heat management system enable extended recording times without overheating, making the FX30 ideal for interviews, events, and long-form productions.

Compact Cinema Line Design

The FX30 features the same cage-free design language as the FX3, including multiple threaded mounting points that allow accessories to be attached directly to the camera body without requiring an external cage.

Professional Audio Options

When paired with the optional XLR Handle Unit, the FX30 supports:

Two XLR/TRS combo inputs
Up to 4-channel audio recording
Professional microphone integration
24-bit digital audio capture

A built-in 3-capsule microphone is also included for reference and ambient recording.

Dual Media Slots

The FX30 offers dual card slots compatible with:

CFexpress Type A cards
SDXC UHS-II memory cards

This enables simultaneous backup recording, relay recording, and flexible media management.

Connectivity and Workflow

Professional connectivity features include:

Full-size HDMI output
USB-C connectivity
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
USB streaming support
Sony Creator’s App compatibility
Catalyst Browse and Catalyst Prepare support for post-production stabilization

Production-Friendly Features

Additional filmmaking tools include:

Ideal Applications

Combining Cinema Line color science, professional recording formats, advanced autofocus, and a compact Super 35 design, the Sony FX30 delivers exceptional filmmaking performance while remaining accessible to creators of all levels.

Sony FX30 (ILME-FX30)