Sony FX30

The Sony FX30 (ILME-FX30) is Sony's first semi-professional APS-C mirrorless interchangeable-lens cinema camera in their Cinema Line. It was announced on September 28, 2022, and released in the following month. The FX30 is based on the full-frame FX3 released in the previous year. The starting price of $1800 (USD) makes it the most affordable model in Sony's Cinema Line, and it offers a step-up in video potential for the APS-C lineup.

Features

 * Back-illuminated Exmor R APS-C CMOS sensor
 * S-Cinetone Picture Profile
 * BIONZ XR processor
 * H.265 10-bit 4:2:2 video codec
 * Dual-Base ISO
 * Dynamic range of 14+ stops
 * 16-bit Raw video output
 * High-speed rates of 120p in 4K and 120p in HD, 240p in S&Q
 * Ability to preview user LUTs on LCD
 * Real time Eye/Face AF
 * Focus Assist & Focus Map features
 * Active Mode Image Stabilization
 * Tally Lamp while recording
 * XLR audio inputs
 * No EVF available

Limitations compared to FX3

 * Larger sensor resolution, smaller pixels and lower performance in low light situations
 * UHD 120p recording is cropped 1.5X
 * Smaller dynamic range (14+ vs 15+ steps)
 * Different Base ISO (High Base ISO 2500 vs 12800)

Shared FX3/A7S III Attributes

 * Compatible XLR handle (for professional audio)
 * 5-axis in-body image stabilization
 * 16-bit raw output via HDMI
 * S-Log3 Picture Profile
 * Vari-angle touch screen LCD
 * New Sony Menu

Zoom lever button (like on other professional devices)
Usually this button would be the Turn ON/Turn OFF button. On the ILME-FX30 Sony it is a Zoom lever which helps zooming in and out while recording. In MENU there is an option to set its sensivity and speed.