After the launch of Sony Alpha 1, Sony also introduced the Sony FX3 cinema E-mount camera. The new Sony FX3 added to the Cinema Line of video cameras, and sits between the FX6 and the a7S III. Here is a quick comparison of the Sony FX3 vs Sony a7S III.
According to Sony, the a7S III is still very much a photo and video camera, whereas the FX3 is a cinema camera that can shoot stills in a pinch. Sony FX3 vs Sony a7S III both feature the same 2nd generation 12MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor, dual BIONZ XR image processors, 759-Point Fast Hybrid AF, UHD 4K 120p video recording, 10-Bit 4:2:2 Internal, 16-Bit Raw Output, HLG, S-Log2 & S-Log3 gammas, 5-axis IBIS, Dual CFexpress Type A/SD slots, full-size HDMI ports and fully-articulating LCD. As you see the two video-centric models are fairly similar in many ways
So how does the FX3 differ from the a7S III? Take a look at the table below from B&HPhoto and compare the Sony FX3 vs Sony a7S III specifications.
The US price of the FX3 is $3,898 and it is $400 higher than the A7SMKIII. Available from B&H/Adorama/Amazon.
Sony FX3 vs Sony a7S III Specifications Comparison
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FX3 Cinema Camera |
a7S III Mirrorless Camera |
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12.1MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor BIONZ XR Processor |
Sensor and Processor |
12.1MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor BIONZ XR Processor |
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FF: UHD 4K 120p |
Video Resolution (FF/S35) |
FF: UHD 4K 120p |
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10-Bit 4:2:2 Internal |
Bit Rate |
10-Bit 4:2:2 Internal |
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ISO 80-409600 (Extended) |
ISO Range |
ISO 80-409600 (Extended) |
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S-Cinetone |
Cinema Look/Gamma |
S-Log3, S-Log2, HLG |
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5-Axis Sensor-Shift |
Image Stabilization |
5-Axis Sensor-Shift |
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Fast Hybrid AF with Eye AF and Subject Tracking |
Autofocus |
Fast Hybrid AF with Eye AF and Subject Tracking |
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Removable Top Handle |
Handle/1/4“-20 Mounts |
1 x ¼”-20 Mount |
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Front, Top, and Rear |
Tally Lamp |
– |
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Yes |
Zoom Lever |
– |
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2 x XLR/TRS via Handle 1 x 3.5mm Microphone 1 x 3.5mm Microphone via Handle |
Audio Recording |
1 x 3.5mm Headphone 1 x 3.5mm Microphone |
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16-Bit Raw Output via HDMI |
Raw Output |
16-Bit Raw Output via HDMI |
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Internal Fan |
Active Cooling |
– |
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2 x CFexpress Type A/SD |
Memory Card Compatibility |
2 x CFexpress Type A/SD |
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NP-FZ100 |
Battery |
NP-FZ100 |
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5.1 x 3.1 x 3.3″ |
Dimensions |
5.1 x 3.8 x 3.2″ |
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1.4 lb / 640 g |
Weight |
1.35 lb / 614 g |
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