Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Sony - FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | true | false |
| Max video | 6K | 4K120 |
| Sensor size | Full Frame | APS-C |
Between the PYXIS 6K and FX30, the PYXIS 6K comes out ahead in xlr input / max video, while the FX30 wins on several specs. Overall, the PYXIS 6K scores 65.7 and the FX30 scores 63.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are nearly even on the Mars Score (65.7 vs 63.8). The decision is not about overall quality — both clear the bar — it is about which specific trade-offs fit your use.
Pick the PYXIS 6K if you care most about xlr input / max video. The biggest gaps in its favor are xlr input, max video, sensor size. The single most decisive one: Has XLR input.
The FX30 similarly does not carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable optical zoom, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K or Sony - FX30?
Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K leads the current Mars Score by 1.9 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare max video, sensor size against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K if…
Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K has the measurable edge on has xlr input, max video, sensor size.
Choose Sony - FX30 if…
Sony - FX30 does not lead a decisive measured field here, so choose it for price, ecosystem, design, or availability when those matter more to you.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K wins
- ▲Has XLR input.
- ▲Max video: 6K (vs 4K120).
- ▲Sensor size: Full Frame (vs APS-C).
Why Sony - FX30 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Sony - FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 6Klead | 4K120 |
| Optical zoom | 0 | 0 |
| Sensor sizeⓘ | Full Framelead | APS-C |
Audio
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Sony - FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | truelead | false |
| Headphone jack | true | true |
Design
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Sony - FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 907 g | 646 glead |
| Articulating screen | false | truelead |