# Sony FX3

Cinema camera · 12MP full-frame back-illuminated CMOS · profile confidence: **high** · source: sony.com — FX3 specifications

## Video modes

| Resolution | Frame rates | Aspect | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 | 16:9 |  |
| 4K | 100, 120 | 16:9 | High-frame-rate mode |
| 1080p | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120, 200, 240 | 16:9 |  |

## Stabilization

- **SteadyShot Off** (strength 0/3)
- **SteadyShot Standard (IBIS)** (strength 2/3)
- **SteadyShot Active** (strength 2/3) — crops the image

## Color profiles

- **S-Cinetone** — 10-bit
- **S-Log3 (S-Gamut3.Cine)** — 10-bit, log (for grading)
- **Standard** — 10-bit

## Field of view

Lens-dependent (interchangeable-lens body).

## Exposure

- ISO range: 80–102400 (recommended ceilings — bright: 800, normal: 6400, low light: 25600)
- Manual shutter: yes
- Aperture: variable (lens-dependent)
- Built-in ND: no

## Notable

- **Dual base ISO (640 / 12800)** — The high base sensitivity produces remarkably clean night footage.
- **XLR audio handle** — Two professional audio inputs in the included top handle.

Strengths: Superb low light; Compact cinema body; Active cooling; Cinema codecs.
Weaknesses: Only 12MP for stills; No viewfinder; Expensive.

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