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Sony - FX3 vs Sony - FX30

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FX3SONYRENDER
Probe A
Sony
FX3
35.0/ 100D
Video35· 55%
Audio· 25%
Design· 20%
FX30SONYRENDER
Probe B
Sony
FX30
35.0/ 100D
Video35· 55%
Audio· 25%
Design· 20%
Quick verdict

Between the FX3 and FX30, the FX3 comes out ahead in xlr input and sensor size, while the FX30 wins on several specs. Overall, the FX3 scores 35 and the FX30 scores 35 on our Mars Score.

Buying advice

Which should you buy?

These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes, with the decision sitting on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.

Pick the FX3 if you care most about xlr input and sensor size. The biggest gaps in its favor are xlr input, sensor size.

The FX30 similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.

Both ship with comparable max video, optical zoom, so those specs don't 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 tells you both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.

Why Sony - FX3 wins

  • Has XLR input.
  • Sensor size: Full Frame (vs APS-C).

Why Sony - FX30 wins

  • No decisive advantages.
Full readout

Spec comparison

Video

SpecSony - FX3Sony - FX30
Max video4K1204K120
Optical zoom00
Sensor sizeFull FrameleadAPS-C

Audio

SpecSony - FX3Sony - FX30
XLR inputtrueleadfalse
Headphone jacktruetrue

Design

SpecSony - FX3Sony - FX30
Weight715 g646 glead
Articulating screentruetrue
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