When the majority of actual cinema is shot on apsc like sensor sizes in the Alexa 35 etc I cant compute that full frame is required for a more cinematic look.
Although youtubers videos give insight on gear purchases, most of them are winging it and lack the experience and knowledge in cinematography. In the end misleading the amateurs for youtube $$$
Because of its use of Fx9/FX6/FX3 CineEI workflows, I believe the FX30 is an excellent choice for aspiring filmmakers. Remember, it's not just about your current situation; it's about the journey and the progress you make along the way.
People need also to remember when choosing between APS-C and Full Frame body that Full Frame lenses are considerably more expensive. Even though you could get a Full Frame body at the same ballpark price point you won't be getting lenses nearly as affordable as APS-C lenses, especially manual budget cine lenses.
It’s a very interesting video, but I didn't really understand whether you speak from experience or just from the specs, cause the camera you're holding up is the FX 3 (visible with the AF/WB sensors that are different between the FX30/FX3 and sometimes you can see the full-frame tag below the lens).
I can't believe you caught that! The fx30 was rented so i was holding my personal fx3. wow! impressive eye. I also rent my camera out to local film makers. So the experience is base don my usage and what my clients tell me
I will disagree with you about r7 - R7 is not meant to be videocamera, but Hybrid with more emphasis on photo, and AS a photo camera ITS way better then FX30. It's a different tool for different job
What other cameras could record 4K60 continuously? I record mostly soccer games in full length, single shot. So I want something that can handle roughly 1.5 hours at a time with a 5 or so minute break in the middle during half time. Right now I'm using a ZV-e10 and am limited to 4K30 but it doesn't really seem like there are any "budget" upgrades other than the FX30.
Good information but hard to watch because in the middle of a number of your product shots a frame or two of the next clip you were using for voice over would appear. Switched to only audio and it was much better.
Super 35mm is actually the most common and is the most " cinematic " look and have been around for decades. The full frame look is more common on youtube videos
Its definitly more common because super 35m was cheaper. But film makers have always tried to use as large of a stock as possible. Imax or cine scope is expensive. I think large format / full frame digital got it push in the industry mainly of the arri 65 .
SONY I think made this camera for the budget (Film) person. Also its a great addition to the Sony lineup for video. I have FF for photography, but this makes sense as a B cam than the ZV-1 for ( bloggers)
The 26mp sensor actually is not much better than the 24mp sensor in the zv-e10. This camera's noise performance was also not much better than the zv-e10. What it offers is professional grade reliability no overheating and professional features including the recent DCI, Anamorphic desqueeze and CineEI update. Then there is 4k 120p but that's a giant crop. I used it for a few days, and sold it. Sure, professional B cam this is great, but for 90% of people who are non pro，a7iv is so much more useful.
The canon r50 is great. You will get a really good canvas in terms of colors and resolution. And you can upgrade to stm lenses as you grow in your abilities.
Is the FX30 a good camera doing 4k30? All I need is a good 4k camera, that won’t over heat for a couple hour almost nonstop projects for work. I have a Nikon Z30 and I bought a dummy battery thinking it would help from the usb-c charging but it still overheated very fast screen flipped out etc. The room was probably like 70f.
Pro what??? Photographer? Or videographer? Because I would say for the price and you’re a videographer get this if you’re a photographer then a7rv before a7iv
So You don't feel the R6 II is a Professional camera? Or is not as Professional as the Fx30? But then at the end u say you can get a better camera for a little more money. Are you referring to the Mark II or something else?
What is a good editing program to edit the files of a Sony FX30? I have been having problems with the audio files when I use my editing software. It likes AAC audio format but the FX30 produces lPCM audio files. Is there any way to record AAC audio format with the Sony FX30? What is the best editing software to edit the files from the FX30?
*I've just got the Camera And I'm Learning all that I can about this before I go on Vacation in June, but MAN it's a lot to learn coming from the Sony a6400 lmao. I'm having trouble though trying to get the Shutter speed just right when I shoot in 4K as it seems to get choppy when in 4K but in 1080 the video's smoother. Just have to figure out the shutter speed that's right for Video but it's an Amazing Camera*
hey I think what you may be seeing is motion blur or rolling shutter. try keeping your shutter speed 1.5 times your frame rate. And keep the camera static and walk past it and see it you like the look of it
Great information here. Do you know if it's possible to use different capacity memory cards? Maybe use a 256 gb card in slot one, and a 128 GB card in slot two?
Gold Standard for Video is Full Frame Sensor? As opposed to APSC? Or even B4 Mount with a 2/3" sensor for that matter, which Broadcast still use.....so no, Full Frame is not something IMO that is considered "gold" standard. Gold standard is 30 years experience, a professional attitude and making quality videos regardless of Sensor. It's not all about Size 😉
such a great video. I have a question. is there any vertical dual batteries grip for the FX30? which one of the Sony vertical grip fix on it? thanks in advance
Great review, thanks. Question: How is its performance with 1080p for those times you want to save on storage space or when you just want to churn out something for the social media - Without pixel peeping, is it noticeably much softer than 4k?
Its not soften than 4k in term of clarity . but the detail level is a lot lower. but for social media you should be fine by adding some sharpening in post
I purchased the atamos and i have other sony camera's due to a bad knee i wanna keep the weight of my video kit down and aps c lens weigh less and what full frame lens id need for video wont weigh much either, the video quality from the fx30 looks good and the low light with some editing doesnt look to be an issue, my main concern is making my money back on an investment and as a trained photographer video work scares me its always been hit an miss with photography based camera's so i wanna make the best minimal investment with the greatest payout and so far the fx30 looks to be a no brainer, the color grading would hypothetically feel like editing raw photos, slap on a swivi view finder and the atamos with a xlr mic and i think id have a really good starting point to film professional work with flexibility of not only capturing stuff but fixing mistakes in post if I happen to fk up which as a professional photographer id be the first to admit we all have those days be it from burn out, over work or previous nights work leaving residual settings that you completely forgot about
Hi.. can you make comparison between the fx30 and canon r7 in video samples and photos Quality ! And give us your openoin plssss.. coz im between buying the fx30 or the r7..thank you bro
It might be tough to get both camera in hand at once. But i can just give my opnion here. Canon has better colors in most peoples opinion and easier to use. And 4k 60fps isnt super sampled. The fx30 is more of a pro tool and has more raw horse power. And it super sampled 4k 60. I personally prefer the fx30 but i think alot of people would opt for the r7 because of the colors
@@TechThroughTheLens so in a short way.. best photos and videos colors out of the camera without needing any editing will be canon.. but the r7 shoots 4k with no crop sampled from 7k as the company says, when fx30 shoots 4k with crop and sampled from 6k .. right ! But since you tried the r7 how is the auto focus ? Im leeing towards the r7 😉 though im afraide from the autofocus coz i once has the nikon z6 and the autofocus was night mare..
The autofocus on the r7 is 10/10 . As soon as most sony cameras now. The subjec detect is great. Also it has touch autofocus with the back screen. Nikon autofocus has come along way. but its not as good as canon or sony
Hi sir , I would like to buy this camera for the my own business because of some oil company wanted me to make some operations video So do you think this camera it’s an atex camera ? I mean can I use it without worrying an explosion ? Please help me thanks
This was a good review and perfect timing as I am thinking about picking up a second camera body. The only issue with the FX30 that I think may be an issue is no EVF - other than my smartphone I have not used a camera that didn't have one. Currently I have a Sony A74 which works well as a hybrid, though I have been shooting mostly photos. I current have the Sony 24mm F1.4 GM which I love and the Sony 50mm F1.4 GM which will be shipped on Thursday. Both of these will work great on my A7IV, but I want to get a second body that I will focus on video shooting. I had considered the new ZV-E1 but I don't know that I would like the size of the body (had the A7C and thought it was too small). If I was going to get the FX30 with the lenses I have, what lens would you suggest (Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 and Sony 11m or Sony 15mm G)? Thanks!
I tried the sony g primes. I personally prefer focal lengths 50 and above. Wide lenses just don't look cinematic to me. I love the sigma 18-50 look ideal because it is so versatile. But also consider the new sigma 85 . Ive seen really good reviews on it
for video work i dont feel the evf is a major issue i think if you really need one look at the swivi view finder attachement they help abit when using camera's without the view finder
Thanks for sharing. I hope it's okay that I share some feedback; I had to stop watching this video. (1) this video is over-edited (constant use of slide transitions is exhausting), (2) "I'll talk about that later" is used to death, it's cognitively too-demanding.
it's every time a B-roll is longer than one clip on the main video track. That's the point TTTL did a cut on the main track. I guess. How and why did this happen is a mystery. I guess that you should put B-roll on top of main video track. TTTL, what's going on ?
Pro tip: If you are going to review cameras, you need to be shooting and recording in 4k... Next you're going to do a speaker comparison recorded through a $10 walkie talkie...
@@finkerr6077 fair enough, I'm not familiar with this field-wouldn't even have known the comparisons you made. Certainly 'more' affordable, but it's all relative.
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When the majority of actual cinema is shot on apsc like sensor sizes in the Alexa 35 etc I cant compute that full frame is required for a more cinematic look.
Exactly, bro lost me right there…
What's "cinematic"? 😂
@@TheMeccuslighting, lens choices, composition, bokeh, camera movements and color grading
Although youtubers videos give insight on gear purchases, most of them are winging it and lack the experience and knowledge in cinematography. In the end misleading the amateurs for youtube $$$
@@Emilioh888Exactly. I went to Italy this summer and made my iPhone SE look “cinematic.” These youtubers are grifters.
Because of its use of Fx9/FX6/FX3 CineEI workflows, I believe the FX30 is an excellent choice for aspiring filmmakers. Remember, it's not just about your current situation; it's about the journey and the progress you make along the way.
best comment on this video! i agree
Thank you so much for this comment. Really inspiring, really
People need also to remember when choosing between APS-C and Full Frame body that Full Frame lenses are considerably more expensive. Even though you could get a Full Frame body at the same ballpark price point you won't be getting lenses nearly as affordable as APS-C lenses, especially manual budget cine lenses.
But you can use apsc on zv-e1 with ciz and even using dynamic active stab.
i just picked an FX30 new on sale for 1347 dollars, I love it
It’s a very interesting video, but I didn't really understand whether you speak from experience or just from the specs, cause the camera you're holding up is the FX 3 (visible with the AF/WB sensors that are different between the FX30/FX3 and sometimes you can see the full-frame tag below the lens).
I can't believe you caught that! The fx30 was rented so i was holding my personal fx3. wow! impressive eye. I also rent my camera out to local film makers. So the experience is base don my usage and what my clients tell me
@@TechThroughTheLens Thanks so much for the insights :), yeah it is a very subtle difference :)
just noticed the sound in your videos is kinda muffled, its like its been compressed
Yah we denoised it. thxn for the input. i'll look into it further
@@TechThroughTheLens keep up the good work 👍
Congrats, your review stood out from every review I watched for this camera in the past week. You sold it to me.
thankyou so much
I will disagree with you about r7 - R7 is not meant to be videocamera, but Hybrid with more emphasis on photo, and AS a photo camera ITS way better then FX30. It's a different tool for different job
What other cameras could record 4K60 continuously? I record mostly soccer games in full length, single shot. So I want something that can handle roughly 1.5 hours at a time with a 5 or so minute break in the middle during half time. Right now I'm using a ZV-e10 and am limited to 4K30 but it doesn't really seem like there are any "budget" upgrades other than the FX30.
Good information but hard to watch because in the middle of a number of your product shots a frame or two of the next clip you were using for voice over would appear.
Switched to only audio and it was much better.
Super 35mm is actually the most common and is the most " cinematic " look and have been around for decades. The full frame look is more common on youtube videos
Its definitly more common because super 35m was cheaper. But film makers have always tried to use as large of a stock as possible. Imax or cine scope is expensive. I think large format / full frame digital got it push in the industry mainly of the arri 65 .
SONY I think made this camera for the budget (Film) person. Also its a great addition to the Sony lineup for video. I have FF for photography, but this makes sense as a B cam than the ZV-1 for ( bloggers)
Great point
Wondering which of the 3 "budget" cameras is going to be best for me for shooting green screen video. Thoughts?
The 26mp sensor actually is not much better than the 24mp sensor in the zv-e10. This camera's noise performance was also not much better than the zv-e10. What it offers is professional grade reliability no overheating and professional features including the recent DCI, Anamorphic desqueeze and CineEI update. Then there is 4k 120p but that's a giant crop. I used it for a few days, and sold it. Sure, professional B cam this is great, but for 90% of people who are non pro，a7iv is so much more useful.
The canon r50 is great. You will get a really good canvas in terms of colors and resolution. And you can upgrade to stm lenses as you grow in your abilities.
Good points.
Is the FX30 a good camera doing 4k30? All I need is a good 4k camera, that won’t over heat for a couple hour almost nonstop projects for work. I have a Nikon Z30 and I bought a dummy battery thinking it would help from the usb-c charging but it still overheated very fast screen flipped out etc. The room was probably like 70f.
@@kinghezekiah07 yes, it is great.for.that. also, a6700 is great for that, too.
Pro what??? Photographer? Or videographer? Because I would say for the price and you’re a videographer get this if you’re a photographer then a7rv before a7iv
I’m looking for my first camera for videography for you think this is a good one?
Can you recommend a decent speed booster for it? Thank you!
can I have the link for the speed booster you talked about?
So You don't feel the R6 II is a Professional camera? Or is not as Professional as the Fx30? But then at the end u say you can get a better camera for a little more money. Are you referring to the Mark II or something else?
what lens did you use for the camera in the video?
What is a good editing program to edit the files of a Sony FX30? I have been having problems with the audio files when I use my editing software. It likes AAC audio format but the FX30 produces lPCM audio files.
Is there any way to record AAC audio format with the Sony FX30?
What is the best editing software to edit the files from the FX30?
give resolve a shot
I will
Hello.Can you recommend best video camera for landscape videography?
*I've just got the Camera And I'm Learning all that I can about this before I go on Vacation in June, but MAN it's a lot to learn coming from the Sony a6400 lmao. I'm having trouble though trying to get the Shutter speed just right when I shoot in 4K as it seems to get choppy when in 4K but in 1080 the video's smoother. Just have to figure out the shutter speed that's right for Video but it's an Amazing Camera*
hey I think what you may be seeing is motion blur or rolling shutter. try keeping your shutter speed 1.5 times your frame rate. And keep the camera static and walk past it and see it you like the look of it
Tanto en FHD como en 4k la velocidad es al doble de los fotogramas.
30fps = 60
60fps = 120
I shot in 60 and I keep it in 60 As I'm not trying to go Slow-Mo but basically yeah@@hugomisagna1657
Great information here. Do you know if it's possible to use different capacity memory cards? Maybe use a 256 gb card in slot one, and a 128 GB card in slot two?
yes you can
@@TechThroughTheLens Thanks for answering my question. 👍
Gold Standard for Video is Full Frame Sensor? As opposed to APSC? Or even B4 Mount with a 2/3" sensor for that matter, which Broadcast still use.....so no, Full Frame is not something IMO that is considered "gold" standard. Gold standard is 30 years experience, a professional attitude and making quality videos regardless of Sensor. It's not all about Size 😉
You got me with the " its not all about size"
such a great video. I have a question. is there any vertical dual batteries grip for the FX30? which one of the Sony vertical grip fix on it? thanks in advance
No vertical grip for this. You would have to plug it into a vlock battery on a rail system. Vertical grips are mainly for photo cameras
1:55 missing frame…
Great review, thanks. Question: How is its performance with 1080p for those times you want to save on storage space or when you just want to churn out something for the social media - Without pixel peeping, is it noticeably much softer than 4k?
Its not soften than 4k in term of clarity . but the detail level is a lot lower. but for social media you should be fine by adding some sharpening in post
@@TechThroughTheLens thanks!
I can't stop thinking about that scene from Fight Club for some reason 🤔
I purchased the atamos and i have other sony camera's due to a bad knee i wanna keep the weight of my video kit down and aps c lens weigh less and what full frame lens id need for video wont weigh much either, the video quality from the fx30 looks good and the low light with some editing doesnt look to be an issue, my main concern is making my money back on an investment and as a trained photographer video work scares me its always been hit an miss with photography based camera's so i wanna make the best minimal investment with the greatest payout and so far the fx30 looks to be a no brainer, the color grading would hypothetically feel like editing raw photos, slap on a swivi view finder and the atamos with a xlr mic and i think id have a really good starting point to film professional work with flexibility of not only capturing stuff but fixing mistakes in post if I happen to fk up which as a professional photographer id be the first to admit we all have those days be it from burn out, over work or previous nights work leaving residual settings that you completely forgot about
Excellent points and perspective. Thank you kindly.
What lens is that?
Is the ZV-E1 better for wedding videography? And does it overheat?
Is this camera great for photography?
would not recommend it for photos
Hi.. can you make comparison between the fx30 and canon r7 in video samples and photos Quality ! And give us your openoin plssss.. coz im between buying the fx30 or the r7..thank you bro
It might be tough to get both camera in hand at once. But i can just give my opnion here. Canon has better colors in most peoples opinion and easier to use. And 4k 60fps isnt super sampled. The fx30 is more of a pro tool and has more raw horse power. And it super sampled 4k 60. I personally prefer the fx30 but i think alot of people would opt for the r7 because of the colors
@@TechThroughTheLens so in a short way.. best photos and videos colors out of the camera without needing any editing will be canon.. but the r7 shoots 4k with no crop sampled from 7k as the company says, when fx30 shoots 4k with crop and sampled from 6k .. right ! But since you tried the r7 how is the auto focus ? Im leeing towards the r7 😉 though im afraide from the autofocus coz i once has the nikon z6 and the autofocus was night mare..
The autofocus on the r7 is 10/10 . As soon as most sony cameras now. The subjec detect is great. Also it has touch autofocus with the back screen.
Nikon autofocus has come along way. but its not as good as canon or sony
Time code support??????
5:18 there's a frame who ever edited this video for you needs to be informed so he can be careful next time.
Hi sir , I would like to buy this camera for the my own business because of some oil company wanted me to make some operations video
So do you think this camera it’s an atex camera ? I mean can I use it without worrying an explosion ? Please help me thanks
You should be fine. But i realize atex is an special classification of camera for working around oil. But i think you should be fine.
This video is cool but there are quite a few skipping jump shots in your piece.
Thanks for the insight
This was a good review and perfect timing as I am thinking about picking up a second camera body. The only issue with the FX30 that I think may be an issue is no EVF - other than my smartphone I have not used a camera that didn't have one. Currently I have a Sony A74 which works well as a hybrid, though I have been shooting mostly photos. I current have the Sony 24mm F1.4 GM which I love and the Sony 50mm F1.4 GM which will be shipped on Thursday. Both of these will work great on my A7IV, but I want to get a second body that I will focus on video shooting. I had considered the new ZV-E1 but I don't know that I would like the size of the body (had the A7C and thought it was too small). If I was going to get the FX30 with the lenses I have, what lens would you suggest (Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 and Sony 11m or Sony 15mm G)? Thanks!
I tried the sony g primes. I personally prefer focal lengths 50 and above. Wide lenses just don't look cinematic to me. I love the sigma 18-50 look ideal because it is so versatile. But also consider the new sigma 85 . Ive seen really good reviews on it
for video work i dont feel the evf is a major issue i think if you really need one look at the swivi view finder attachement they help abit when using camera's without the view finder
there's a $30 option
@@TechThroughTheLens A most excellent , detailed, fun, and thorough review. The Sigma 85 is an excellent lens and affordable. Thank you kindly, PEACE
Yo uso el Sony 11mm y el 18-105
Will a regular Ninja V recording monitor work with this?
I think it has to be the ninja plus
Is this a good camera for filming movies
thanks for the review!!!
No problem!!
informative but the transitions and zooms i found extremely distracting :/
we fixed it in future videos. Thankyou for the feedback. it halways helps me improve
this is above my pay grade but what an informative vid and a fantastic camera
What about the 6 months later?
man the audio of your video tho.. could use an upgrade
newer videos have better audio. audio has always been something i struggle with since i personally have bad hearing
The FX30 can shoot 240 fps in full hd.
the R6 mark 2 isn't better at all. it has way lesser specs.. yes it has full frame but it only shoots in IBP not ALL-I
Your monstera needs more light.
Thanks for sharing. I hope it's okay that I share some feedback; I had to stop watching this video. (1) this video is over-edited (constant use of slide transitions is exhausting), (2) "I'll talk about that later" is used to death, it's cognitively too-demanding.
that is great feed back. I will keep this in mind
I need 1🎉🎉🎉
There is a glitch in the Matrix @1:54
WHOOOPS!
it's every time a B-roll is longer than one clip on the main video track. That's the point TTTL did a cut on the main track. I guess. How and why did this happen is a mystery. I guess that you should put B-roll on top of main video track. TTTL, what's going on ?
Cinema movies aren’t shot on full frame sensors…..soooo what are you talking about?! Lol another “full frame junkie” just talking….
arri lf
😂 Okay, chief...
Your zoom in and out edits are distracting and happening too often.
i appreciate the feedback
Pro tip: If you are going to review cameras, you need to be shooting and recording in 4k... Next you're going to do a speaker comparison recorded through a $10 walkie talkie...
Hmmm, I think your idea of 'affordable' is at odds with mine.
Budget in this range of tech, a new aria or red camera will set you back 40,000
Thankyou for saying this. I appreciate you fin
@@finkerr6077 fair enough, I'm not familiar with this field-wouldn't even have known the comparisons you made. Certainly 'more' affordable, but it's all relative.
If you're not familiar why voice your strong opinions as if you're an expert on the subject.
@@antoniomendez2881 I didn't express an opinion on the subject i.e. camera, only the concept of 'affordable'.
Good video man! Thanks for all the information. God bless you, Jesus loves you bro! 🔥😊
I appreciate that!
first comment!
Not affordable !!?!?
Affordable for a video camera. You can shoot a whole movie on this
I appreciate you fin!
This is not a camera for moms and dads, this is a pro tool
Ya said budget😹
Cheap video name