Between the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and FX3, the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K comes out ahead in several specs, while the FX3 wins on xlr input and max video. Overall, the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K scores 35 and the FX3 scores 35 on our Mars Score.
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.
The Pocket Cinema Camera 4K doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the FX3 if you care most about xlr input and max video. Its strongest claims are xlr input, max video, sensor size.
Both ship with comparable 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 Blackmagic - Pocket Cinema Camera 4K wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Sony - FX3 wins
- ▲Has XLR input.
- ▲Max video: 4K120 (vs 4K60).
- ▲Sensor size: Full Frame (vs Four Thirds).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Blackmagic - Pocket Cinema Camera 4K | Sony - FX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 4K60 | 4K120lead |
| Optical zoom | 0 | 0 |
| Sensor sizeⓘ | Four Thirds | Full Framelead |
Audio
| Spec | Blackmagic - Pocket Cinema Camera 4K | Sony - FX3 |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | false | truelead |
| Headphone jack | true | true |
Design
| Spec | Blackmagic - Pocket Cinema Camera 4K | Sony - FX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 722 g | 715 glead |
| Articulating screen | false | truelead |
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