Joe you’re blowing up the internet! Great video! I have my new FX 30 downstairs and I will be starting my migration from Nikon to Sony momentarily… Let the revolution begin!
@@thefilmalliance Hey Joe, I got the handle and the 10-20mm kit lens. For memory I purchased a 160GB Sony CF Xpress type A card and a V90 256GB SD card. (I want to shoot 4K 120 slow motion video in all of its glory!) I’m about to do my unboxing video, and I am going to send people over to your channel to see the great examples of footage you’ve been sharing. :-)
Aww. Mine is supposed to show up tomorrow. I used my iPhone for a few shots in a recent video and I can’t believe how bad the quality is versus my Sony cameras. I’m kind of excited for this new camera. It’s best to get high quality cards and batteries for sure.
Oh no. I just got mine and realized I need your help to set it up. The menu is new, and there are multiple 4K options. It’s a huge leap from the ZV-E10 as far as options. Do you have a setup video in the works?
After 2 years of making videos with the Sony ZV-1, I finally upgraded to the A7iv. Thank you for making all the informative videos that taught me everything I know, but not everything you know 😊. Looking forward to your S-log3 settings video. Sending you good vibes 🕉 and positive energy 🙏...
Thank you for this kind message. Yes we have both learned together and I can tell you for sure that I feel like I’ve barely touched the surface when it comes to all the stuff. There’s a lot of information out there but I’m happy that we are learning together. I like your idea about the A74
I have almost given up on the FX30. I am nowhere near as skilled as you are, but have tried various settings to get good color from the FX30. I'm positive that the problem lies in my skills. I don't want to do much color grading in post, and want vivd colors out of the camera. What settings do you recommend for this?
Have you tried S-Cinetone? That should help. It’s a great camera, so i recommend keep practicing with it and watching edu YT videos for the FX30. Start in the early morning hours or evening to get the best lighting. Hope that helps.
Hi Joe. Coming from the ZV-E10 world, locking in shutter, aperture AND iso then using ND filters is a counter-intuitive way of working. Outside on a day where clouds come and go, are you spending more time swapping NDs than shooting? Is the slog exposure latitude so wide that a single ND nearer the correct expose good enough? Do you need variable NDs or magnetic ones for quick swaps? Do you ditch using lens hoods because you are forever swapping filters? Do you expose correctly via zebras (joel famularo) or overexpose (gerald undone) A video on how us ZV-E10 users that don’t shoot in a controlled studio setup get the best from a camera that everyone else says to treat like you are in a studio would be really helpful. Otherwise, I expect it would be easy to get disappointed and just stay with s-cinetone and auto iso.
I have a ZV1 and now I’m starting to play with manual modes but I like to have an interchangeable lens camera. Which one you think would be better for me? Zve10 or this FX30?
Hey AJ, I think the FX 30 is definitely a better camera with a lot more functionality especially for someone who wants to create really nice looking films. But I guess it depends on what you’re using it for. Because the zve10 is a perfect little RUclips camera.
The only thing I would say, with the h265 encoding, while the file sizes are smaller, it is also HELL on a computer trying to uncompress and work on the files. Would be interesting to see side by side the H265 and the uncompressed XAVC I .
Thank you, I know that happens to me as well. I always forget that cameras these days don’t come with the chargers anymore. Thanks for the feedback. Did you pre-order the FX30?
Every since I stopped working cause of covid, and now all I do is babysit making $80 every other week. I’m hoping to buy this camera by the end of this year. That’s my 2023 goal.
@@thefilmalliance I actually been using a old t3i to do videos and just want to upgrade to something more future proof. But I want to be able to film my big Japan trip with my friends. As our first time leaving America. But also use it for work.
Thanks for posting the vid - did you get the Tilta FX3 cage to fit the FX30 in the end? (Are the bodies similar enough that any FX3 cage would fit FX30?)
Hi Joe. Another, no nonsense, straight to the point video. Thanks. A fabulous camera but I'd like to hear what spec PC you use to edit these videos (not the software). Alot of the newer cameras are beyond what my computer can handle.
Thanks for those kind words and encouragement. Yes I agree. I feel like cameras are advancing faster than our computers. Too many times I get home and can’t even watch or playback my footage because it’s too choppy. And I just bought my computer two years ago. So I guess we just have to keep on investing money. What cameras do you have?
I mainly use my gh5m2 although the 10 bit 4.2.2 needs transcoding before I can watch it, so I end up using 4k at 8 bit so my pc can keep up ( its an intel i7 so not a slow machine at all). I'd consider a FX30 but would worry if I could the best out of it without spending a fortune on computer upgrades. Thanks for replying 👍
Yes, would love to see your Slog3 workflow from nailing exposure in camera, using on camera LUT, to color grading in post. Tall ask, but I know it won’t return void for many
Thanks for the reminder on batteries! It was really tempting to see 3rd-party batteries from brands like Duracell for very interesting prices, though..
I’m in the market for a new camera looking to upgrade from my ZV1. Would you recommend the ZV-E10 or this one? I’m a golf vlogger and film on course as well as at home in my simulator. Would love a camera to do both 😊
Thanks for the video Joe. Question - Do you know if there's any side effects to using a non-sony battery charger, instead of the official one (model: BCQZ1) - which is slightly expensive?
Brother. Absolutely love your channel. Had a question for you though Like many others I don’t want to pay a bajillion dollars for those super expensive Type A memory cards. If I don’t need to shoot above 30fps, can I get away with V60 cards (there are SDXC, and U3 cards) and still achieve the absolute highest video quality for my FX30?
Yes you can use your full frame lenses with the FX 30. However you cannot use a PSE lenses with full frame camera us. There’s no quality difference other than a punches in 1.5 times
Hey there, what a great idea I can compare the two picture profiles to see if you can really tell that much of a difference. I know S log three takes a lot more post production work so I’d prefer to just shoot an estimate tone but sometimes that comes back to bite me because I can’t really do much with the colors. So it will be interesting to see. Did you buy the FX 30?
@@thefilmalliance i have a6100 which is terrible in low light my friend has a7c which is really good in low light compared to a6100 i am planning to buy new camera confused between fx30 and a7c i mostly use it for filmmaking i want to know fx 30 ia as good as a7c in low light
Hey there, that is a great idea. Ill just have to put it on the schedule. Thanks for the suggestion and the encouragement. What do you think of your Fx30?
Fx30 vs zve10 please..and i just Wanted to see how much extreme color grading can 10 bit handle in comparison to 8 bit..it doesn't have to be beautiful just extreme
My biggest issue with the super 35 sensor is finding super 35 cine lenses. I have full frame lenses for general purpose stuff and blocking. I did find a house that rents some decent S35 lenses for the serious shoots.
I know your pain, I actually just shot a ton of morning beer roll with the seven artisans T1.05 cine lens. And it was an amazing experience. Have you looked into this lens? They also sell a 35 mm cine lens
@@CartyCantDance I have and thanks for the tip. They have some nice kits, too. Xeen is also a good FF choice. Head to head, I like the Xeen a tad bit better.
I move from photography to videography. Can I ask how can I use shortcut for exposure compensation in video mode? I find it very inconvenient to dig deep into the menu for changing the exposure compensation value, espcially when it's recording a footage. Thanks!
Hey there yes I would agree with that. Any a PSC lenses you buy for the CD Eaton you can now use with the FX 30. I feel like this camera links entry-level filmmakers with pros. So it will be exciting to see. Where do you consider yourself on that spectrum?
@@thefilmalliance i just want the 10 bit and 4k60 capability for future proofing, I don’t think i can handle it rn but yeah, i was looking at xt4 for that purpose but now sony got one! I really think the additional features on the fx30 can compensate for the smaller sensor (that is indeed brand new)
@@yashkalra3424 bite the bullet and just buy the camera get it over with . I have an a6500 and I was about to get the gh5 for the 4k60 but I like the image of Sony , I held out because I have a lot of apsc lenses. When the fx30 was announced I hurry up and pre ordered it’s here and I have no regrets, I sold my a6500 to my little brother for 200 buck just because he’s family 😂😂
@@thefilmalliance JYJZPB NP-FZ100 Battery on Amazon. $50 for two with the charging case. They obviously don't last as long as the OG batteries but for the price, they've been worth it for me to buy twice.
Here is a video on this FX30 Cinema Rig Breakdown and Parts list - ruclips.net/video/YgYyOPnhjVc/видео.html
I just bought an fx30 last night, so excited
Joe you’re blowing up the internet! Great video! I have my new FX 30 downstairs and I will be starting my migration from Nikon to Sony momentarily… Let the revolution begin!
Hey Mike thank you yes awesome so excited for you. Did you get any accessories for it? Also what memory cards did you go with?
@@thefilmalliance Hey Joe, I got the handle and the 10-20mm kit lens. For memory I purchased a 160GB Sony CF Xpress type A card and a V90 256GB SD card. (I want to shoot 4K 120 slow motion video in all of its glory!) I’m about to do my unboxing video, and I am going to send people over to your channel to see the great examples of footage you’ve been sharing. :-)
Aww. Mine is supposed to show up tomorrow. I used my iPhone for a few shots in a recent video and I can’t believe how bad the quality is versus my Sony cameras. I’m kind of excited for this new camera. It’s best to get high quality cards and batteries for sure.
Oh no. I just got mine and realized I need your help to set it up. The menu is new, and there are multiple 4K options. It’s a huge leap from the ZV-E10 as far as options. Do you have a setup video in the works?
*Just got this yesterday and Charging it up and it's going to be fun learning as MUCH as I can about this Camera*
That is so exciting. Please tell me what you think about it when you test it out.
@@thefilmalliance Will Do. I get too finally use my Sony 11mm & Sigma 16mm on this
After 2 years of making videos with the Sony ZV-1, I finally upgraded to the A7iv. Thank you for making all the informative videos that taught me everything I know, but not everything you know 😊. Looking forward to your S-log3 settings video. Sending you good vibes 🕉 and positive energy 🙏...
Thank you for this kind message. Yes we have both learned together and I can tell you for sure that I feel like I’ve barely touched the surface when it comes to all the stuff. There’s a lot of information out there but I’m happy that we are learning together. I like your idea about the A74
I have almost given up on the FX30. I am nowhere near as skilled as you are, but have tried various settings to get good color from the FX30. I'm positive that the problem lies in my skills. I don't want to do much color grading in post, and want vivd colors out of the camera. What settings do you recommend for this?
Have you tried S-Cinetone? That should help. It’s a great camera, so i recommend keep practicing with it and watching edu YT videos for the FX30. Start in the early morning hours or evening to get the best lighting. Hope that helps.
I could watch you make videos about the ZV E10 forever!
Hi Joe. Coming from the ZV-E10 world, locking in shutter, aperture AND iso then using ND filters is a counter-intuitive way of working.
Outside on a day where clouds come and go, are you spending more time swapping NDs than shooting? Is the slog exposure latitude so wide that a single ND nearer the correct expose good enough? Do you need variable NDs or magnetic ones for quick swaps? Do you ditch using lens hoods because you are forever swapping filters? Do you expose correctly via zebras (joel famularo) or overexpose (gerald undone)
A video on how us ZV-E10 users that don’t shoot in a controlled studio setup get the best from a camera that everyone else says to treat like you are in a studio would be really helpful. Otherwise, I expect it would be easy to get disappointed and just stay with s-cinetone and auto iso.
dude thank you this video is a lifesaver.
My pleasure. Do you shoot professionally or as a hobby?
@@thefilmalliance Ah well as a hobby for now but i really want to make it my fulltime profession, just need to get all these ideas out my head first.
I have a ZV1 and now I’m starting to play with manual modes but I like to have an interchangeable lens camera. Which one you think would be better for me? Zve10 or this FX30?
Hey AJ, I think the FX 30 is definitely a better camera with a lot more functionality especially for someone who wants to create really nice looking films. But I guess it depends on what you’re using it for. Because the zve10 is a perfect little RUclips camera.
i'm interested how your 55-210mm on FX30 performs in 4K 120p.. just for fun
The only thing I would say, with the h265 encoding, while the file sizes are smaller, it is also HELL on a computer trying to uncompress and work on the files. Would be interesting to see side by side the H265 and the uncompressed XAVC I .
That’s a great idea yes I’ll have to tackle that
This was actually super helpful. I always forget to buy a charger when I get a new camera.
Thank you, I know that happens to me as well. I always forget that cameras these days don’t come with the chargers anymore. Thanks for the feedback. Did you pre-order the FX30?
You finally got it! Looking forward to many great videos!!
Thank you so much. Love the encouragement. Do you have the FX30?
Which camera and format did you use for this video? Your studio shot looks great!
Every since I stopped working cause of covid, and now all I do is babysit making $80 every other week. I’m hoping to buy this camera by the end of this year. That’s my 2023 goal.
That is a great goal. What would you do with it?
@@thefilmalliance I actually been using a old t3i to do videos and just want to upgrade to something more future proof. But I want to be able to film my big Japan trip with my friends. As our first time leaving America.
But also use it for work.
Thanks for posting the vid - did you get the Tilta FX3 cage to fit the FX30 in the end? (Are the bodies similar enough that any FX3 cage would fit FX30?)
Hi yes I did, Yes it is compatible - I was worried about that as well
Just got this camera, thanks for the help
Awesome, what do you think about it?
Hi Joe. Another, no nonsense, straight to the point video. Thanks.
A fabulous camera but I'd like to hear what spec PC you use to edit these videos (not the software). Alot of the newer cameras are beyond what my computer can handle.
Thanks for those kind words and encouragement. Yes I agree. I feel like cameras are advancing faster than our computers. Too many times I get home and can’t even watch or playback my footage because it’s too choppy. And I just bought my computer two years ago. So I guess we just have to keep on investing money. What cameras do you have?
I mainly use my gh5m2 although the 10 bit 4.2.2 needs transcoding before I can watch it, so I end up using 4k at 8 bit so my pc can keep up ( its an intel i7 so not a slow machine at all).
I'd consider a FX30 but would worry if I could the best out of it without spending a fortune on computer upgrades.
Thanks for replying 👍
Would be nice to see a video about lenses and also on exposure with S-Log3. Thank you so much!
Agreed! Im looking forward to this video as well.
Yes, would love to see your Slog3 workflow from nailing exposure in camera, using on camera LUT, to color grading in post. Tall ask, but I know it won’t return void for many
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Thanks guys for the suggestion. I'll definitely look into it and see what I can do.
Arthur R has done a good video showing the FX30 as a photo camera next to a A6000. With a surprising outcome.
Thanks for the reminder on batteries! It was really tempting to see 3rd-party batteries from brands like Duracell for very interesting prices, though..
I’m in the market for a new camera looking to upgrade from my ZV1. Would you recommend the ZV-E10 or this one? I’m a golf vlogger and film on course as well as at home in my simulator. Would love a camera to do both 😊
I’d have to say the FX30 because you will have room to grow. But ZV-e10 is much cheaper
@@thefilmalliance ok thank you 😊 appreciate your videos, they’ve helped me a lot
Nice one coach! Can't wait to see what come up with.
No XLR handle included in box?
Mine didn't come with 1
Well sheeeeet..... You used the title VERBATIM! lol. AWESOME video and quite helpful! Thanks for making the video I would love to see.
Haha yes sir. Thanks to you man. Hopefully I’ll send some new subs your way. Thanks for helping me out brother
Thanks for the video Joe. Question - Do you know if there's any side effects to using a non-sony battery charger, instead of the official one (model: BCQZ1) - which is slightly expensive?
I loved your channel about zv10 videos, now it's time for fx30! Raw videos woll be nice to see how they look straight of the camera.
Looking forward to the content to make with this. Considering this camera myself.
Brother. Absolutely love your channel. Had a question for you though
Like many others I don’t want to pay a bajillion dollars for those super expensive Type A memory cards. If I don’t need to shoot above 30fps, can I get away with V60 cards (there are SDXC, and U3 cards) and still achieve the absolute highest video quality for my FX30?
hey joe... i am waiting more videos from that camera...
enjoy
I’m happy to hear that, yes I will put out more videos with his camera for sure. Did you buy one? Or are you holding off for the next camera?
@@thefilmalliance no i did not buy. I have zv1 which is still so underrated i think.
Hi sir can i use my fullframe sony lenses to fx 30 cam any quality difference plz tell me.Thankq
Yes you can use your full frame lenses with the FX 30. However you cannot use a PSE lenses with full frame camera us. There’s no quality difference other than a punches in 1.5 times
Thank you! Subbed. Please make a video about how to expose s-log3 and maybe a comparison with s-cinetone
Hey there, what a great idea I can compare the two picture profiles to see if you can really tell that much of a difference. I know S log three takes a lot more post production work so I’d prefer to just shoot an estimate tone but sometimes that comes back to bite me because I can’t really do much with the colors. So it will be interesting to see. Did you buy the FX 30?
Comparison of FX30 and ZVE10 🤔
Is it available in market right now?
Sir.... I am from india.... From where i get this camera in America ???? Please do reply... Its very important for me
Thank you, BH photo. Have you tried that?
@@thefilmalliance yes but its out of stock
Do you have a Sony A7iv?
Thanks for the video....is the FX30 a good choice for streaming short sessions for someone who does not want to go the camcorder route?
Do you recommend to work in H.265 ( XAVC HS) in a PC? (Ryzen 7 3700X / RTX 3070 / 64GB of RAM)
Would awesome if you could do a photography segment with the fx30
I will look into, and I'll have to put it on the schedule. Thanks for the suggestion.
Is it better than a7c in low light
I have to test that out. I hear no due to sensor size. Do you have either camera?
@@thefilmalliance i have a6100 which is terrible in low light my friend has a7c which is really good in low light compared to a6100 i am planning to buy new camera confused between fx30 and a7c
i mostly use it for filmmaking i want to know fx 30 ia as good as a7c in low light
Joe, Thanks for making such simple to understand videos, Could you kindly pair the FX30 and Sigma 18-35 f1.8 as most of us have this lens.
Hey there, that is a great idea. Ill just have to put it on the schedule. Thanks for the suggestion and the encouragement. What do you think of your Fx30?
What settings would you prefer on a bluebird day of close up snowboard follow camming with the 10-20mm g lens
Nice short video. Thanks!
Thank you.
Where can I actually order one of these? Lol..everywhere seems to be out of stock..
Directly from Sony website maybe? 🤷🏻♂️
geni.us/1LaEVi9
This is a link to B&H. I checked right now and they just restocked. Hurry!
Fx30 vs zve10 please..and i just Wanted to see how much extreme color grading can 10 bit handle in comparison to 8 bit..it doesn't have to be beautiful just extreme
My biggest issue with the super 35 sensor is finding super 35 cine lenses. I have full frame lenses for general purpose stuff and blocking. I did find a house that rents some decent S35 lenses for the serious shoots.
I know your pain, I actually just shot a ton of morning beer roll with the seven artisans T1.05 cine lens. And it was an amazing experience. Have you looked into this lens? They also sell a 35 mm cine lens
They don't have EF mounts... (expletive deleted)!
Meike has some new super35 cinema lenses. Go check out the Spencer sakurai video on them
@@CartyCantDance I have and thanks for the tip. They have some nice kits, too. Xeen is also a good FF choice. Head to head, I like the Xeen a tad bit better.
@@gssg2010 I probably won’t be using cinema lenses for a long time, so the meike seem like god tier to me as of rn
the codec you can´t record is 120p in S-I (all intra) ;=
Thanks brotha ur video helped out alot
Glad it helped!
I move from photography to videography. Can I ask how can I use shortcut for exposure compensation in video mode? I find it very inconvenient to dig deep into the menu for changing the exposure compensation value, espcially when it's recording a footage. Thanks!
After seeing this, i feel i can invest more in the zve10. Lenses and in case upgrade to this in future instead of a7iv
Hey there yes I would agree with that. Any a PSC lenses you buy for the CD Eaton you can now use with the FX 30. I feel like this camera links entry-level filmmakers with pros. So it will be exciting to see. Where do you consider yourself on that spectrum?
@@thefilmalliance i just want the 10 bit and 4k60 capability for future proofing, I don’t think i can handle it rn but yeah, i was looking at xt4 for that purpose but now sony got one! I really think the additional features on the fx30 can compensate for the smaller sensor (that is indeed brand new)
@@yashkalra3424 bite the bullet and just buy the camera get it over with . I have an a6500 and I was about to get the gh5 for the 4k60 but I like the image of Sony , I held out because I have a lot of apsc lenses. When the fx30 was announced I hurry up and pre ordered it’s here and I have no regrets, I sold my a6500 to my little brother for 200 buck just because he’s family 😂😂
I’d like to see you do an sLog3 video
OK I will take that into consideration. I really appreciate the feedback
Make a comparison with zv1
You’re the second person that has said that ha ha OK I’ll have to put that on the schedule did you pick up the FX 30?
@@thefilmalliance i will , now i have zv1 hhh do it with s cinetone lets see the results😅
Can fx30 be ok on crane m3 with Sigma 1850? Or Sony 10-20f4 thank you
Can I pair the fx30 with crane m2s?
make a video how to import luts thanks
Ok, Ill see what I can do. Thanks for the suggestion
What is the price
It is $1800.
Nice info😊
Thank you so much. Do you have the Fx30?
The battery thing is the biggest scam 😂 You buy into that ?
I disagree with the off brand batteries. They've been so nice and come in a charging case.
Oh ok, thanks for sharing. Where did you get yours from?
@@thefilmalliance JYJZPB NP-FZ100 Battery on Amazon. $50 for two with the charging case. They obviously don't last as long as the OG batteries but for the price, they've been worth it for me to buy twice.