I think it’s been established the A7IV is the sharpest lowest noise general/low light of the sony cameras, superior to everything except maybe the A1 with the 8k readout. Just no 4k120 and cropped 4k60, rolling shutter is the drawbacks.
I have the A74 and for months been debating to whether getting another a74 or fx30 as a Bcam. But after shooting a wedding and seeing that the lowlight capability of the a74 is enough for my workflow...now with your pick as well...Im getting another A74..plus I do real estate video & photography so you're right if you need to shoot photos and videos, the a74 is the choice between the two. Great video btw!
I mostly do video work. So for me the FX 30 is my clear choice. Glad you mentioned ZVE10 as I have two of them as part of my multi cam setup. Great video!
I did pick the FX30 out of the two, but it’s because I needed to keep my camera kit as minimal as possible for full time travel, and it came down to lenses - nothing beats the sigma APSC lenses 🔥 - I didn’t appreciate however how inconvenient photography is on this camera body, makes me not enjoy taking photos - so as soon as Sony release an A6600 successor, ideally same specs in a photo-first body, I’ll be picking one up as a second camera.
SIGMA APSC LENSES ARE 🔥🔥🔥 value and form factor is just unbeatable. The new apsc line will definitely be a mini fx30.. we’ll see about the price though! It might be a huge jump or they would cripple it in a way.
@@VictorLaforteza yeah price is key - personally if it has same specs, maybe loose the 4k120 as an FX30 exclusive and give us a decent burst mode for photography, A7C quality EVF, then I’d happily pay same price as FX30. Well A7C body with FX30 specs 👌
Definitely a7IV, I have 2 of those a B and C cams to a7sIII and I love all of them. I take a7IV with me when I film my hikes, became it allows me to take better photos as well. I think these cameras are all we need to create incredible content!
man i literally just ordered an a7iv a couple hours before this was uploaded. but honestly you are the reason i was considering an fx30, although there are some really good a7iv sales rn in australia and since i usually do photos but am planning to get into video too i think the a7iv is the perfect option for me. im pretty big into cars so i plan to do car videos first, mostly cinematic type stuff not really the speed ramp edits (but ill definitely try some). i see thats what you were also into earlier on lmao. later on maybe some real estate to try earn some $ to pay off this expensive camera. i do also love your cinematic reviews of the a7iv and the fx30 (really love that one) and the way your footage looks, it just gives off a really nice vibe. id love to try and achieve something similar some day. thanks for the vid
HA! I’m so embarrassed about my old work lol but I keep it there to look where I started. Honestly though the a7iv is so capable as a hybrid. Even just with video centric shooters. Of course the fx30 can match but depending on the work, you can easily pick which one is right for your work! Excited for you to shoot with the a7iv! Would love to see some stuff from you when you finish some videos 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I just got the A7IV some months ago. Really happy with it. Great for photography and videography. I mostly take pictures, but if I do small Video Jobs, it's perfect. 4K60 crop is okay for me. In the worst case, I will get an APS-C Lens with 10 mm to get ultra-wide shots if necessary. :)
In my opinion, the FX30 would be my choice because 99.99% of the time I will be filming since a photo can capture the moment, but the video can make you feel present at the moment.
The A7iv's UI is vast and frustrating at times but I'd still pick it over the FX30 for the same reasons you listed. I do like having the option to shoot 33mp photos at the flip of a switch
yeah it takes a bit to get used to for sure!! The A7IV just becomes a great all in one camera for what it's built for. both are great, just gotta pick the right one for a certain job!
i guess i'm in the same boat as you with loving the a7iv for photog, although i am more video-centric. still waiting for the prices to drop/ my bank acc balance to grow before i move up from my zv-1 though...
Keep at it! The zv-1 is an amazing tiny camera. Seems like the a7iv would be the perfect upgrade. maybe the a7Cii would be out by then! I’m assuming it’ll be the a7iv on a smaller body.
I love the FX30 because of the design. The brilliant appearance of the fx30 made me choose than the traditional design. I also shoot photography however I can take photos without EVF or OVF like iPhone and I don't do the burst shot as film camera. I use it as I see.
1:20 Facts!! I work in the broadcasting side of the house and it infuriates me when influencers saying you need the latest and greatest technology. NO! you need to know how to work your current camera and most importantly, how to expose your subject!
Once you get a working camera with good features for your work, it’s time to work on other stuff most importantly lighting!! It makes a better investment and exponential growth in a professional look!
For production video work, I would pick the FX30. But I do photography profissionaly and casualy and would love to pick one A7IV too! My main camera today is the a6600 and I'm saving to buy the FX30 :) Greetings from Brazil! I love your content!
I carry a viltrox 23 1.4 for low light situations. If you want things to look brighter than they actually are, that is when the full frame shines, other wise its ok.
I was ready to upgrade from my a6400. Since I have a lot of APSC glass FX30 was my choice. Tried for weeks to find a place that had it in stock and wasn't on back order. Gave up and purchased the A7IV. I'm loving it
I had to make this exact decision last year. I own the Sony A7c but I hungered for that 10-bit image. I am a hybrid shooter I do shoot both photos and videos so the A7iv seemed to be the clear winner. However when I tested the a7iv I noticed the photo image quality was not that much of an upgrade. So it came down to how much was I willing to pay for better video quality? The fx30 was the clear winner in terms of my budget. I do not regret my decision as the fx30 has amazing video.
you wrote that the FX30 in 4K is less noisier than the A7IV in 4K crop mode? Because I have a A7IV and FX6 but I need another cam for gimbal work. The A7IV is mostly used for photography but sometimes also in cropped mode (slowmotion in post)
im your 500 liked!!! also I was debating whether to buy the FX30 for just shooting cine stuff or just switch between with my a7IV and this video helped me decided to stick with my a7IV. I think your work is great as well. Very inspiring.
Hi Victor.. You ALWAYS make content I'm after thank you! I have the A7IV but the form factor of the FX30 is perfect for travel with APSC lenses. I've seen a few other comparison videos with FX30, A7S & FX3 and noticed the A7IV has a greener tone. One video pointed out this was especially so when recording in XAVC HS. Have you noticed the same? I dont if its this or my mind trying to get me to buy new gear but the FX30 video seems a bit more pleasing to my eye although really subtle
Amazing!! Appreciate you tuning in :) Yeah, I saw that video too by Jason. I tested mine out right away after that and I don't seem to have the same issue all throughout FX3 FX30 A7IV 4k24p 10bit 422 highest bitrate. I didn't compare the other frame rates though. I think the issue lies with the PAL settings as well. FX30 colours do seem to be better imo. The A7IV still has a slight tint to it.
Whats that big round light on the right side of your head..and yes as of your question fx30 always..i don't think low light is a more important feature than 4k 120
haha it's a projection mount for the nanlite forza 60c. Yeah, definitely pick the features you need more! Mine is the opposite. I love low light and rarely shoot 120fps!
Always a pleasure to watch a video from my fav RUclipsr 🙌 have the FX3 myself but some friends of mine are looking for a more budget friendly cinema + social media camera. FX30 is the way to go!
I picked up an A7IV and love it -- But coming from an a6100; had the FX30 been released at the time I purchased the A7Iv; I'd probably go that route now and carry both bodies with me. The S35 lenses are smaller, cheaper, and pack a mean punch. However, I do find myself covering a lot of run & gun music events lately; which the A7IV definitely comes in handy. Even with a Sigma 24-70, sometimes F2.8 isn't fast enough for the gritty venues (photo wise, for video it's mint) -- I couldn't imagine the struggle on an S35 sensor. But for anything narrative, controlled environment, S35 is plenty from what I've experienced. Like you said, if you know how to expose properly, play to the cameras strengths, you can make just about anything work these days. Ps. Those slight green vintage vibes from your urban clips look SO good. Reminds me a bit of the grades on Jack Ryan Season 3. Makes me want to visit Czechia -- or just travel in general *Looks outside at Atlantic Canadian blizzard and shivers *
Team A7IV!! I do agree. For almost no light situation, it's tough to get good image even with the a7iv. I use a 1.4 or 1.8 to get a good image. The job in LA was minimal gear and we had a night shoot. The FX30 struggles and wish I brough my A7IV but it did work after working around it's limits! Luckily, I brought two tube lights. Thank you! the slight green vibes are from Wong Kar-Wai movie, fallen angels. He did it more in there and I made it just a bit more subtle on mine. Haven't seen Jack Ryan though! any good?! haa, I recently just escaped Canadian winter! you should too!!
Hey man. I know it's been a year but i was just wondering if you thought that FX30 1080 was better than A7IV 1080 (full frame). I'm asking because some videographers that i shoot with go 1080 full frame mode and if i shoot with them will my footage look a lot softer in comparison? Thank you for video!
Awesome comparisons mate! I haven't noticed much noise with the A7IV in quite a few different scenarios, but it definitely doesn't compare to the FX3 though with its 12800iso!
I got the A7IV last year and I love this camera! I do get the chance to mess around with my friend’s FX30 and they are both amazing camera. But if I had to pick one out of the 2 then hands down the winner is the A7IV. But definitely would love the FX30 as a B-Cam.
I have the sony a7iii and use it for videos and product photography. Im thinking of getting the FX30 because of the 4k 120fps. Bur how is the image quality of the fx30?
I shoot on both. The A7IV for work and the FX30 for my side business. I love the quality out of both cameras, and I started using the A7IV more for recording work stuff. Prior to getting the A7IV, I was bringing in my FX30 to do recordings for work. However, I recently recorded an event with the A7IV on my gimbal. And I hit record and stopped recording for each speaker. And when it came time to record the panel discussion, I could have sworn I hit record on the A7IV, but when I went through the footage I hadn't recorded any of the panel discussion. Had I shot that with my FX30, I would have definitely gotten it because the tally lights would have let me know whether or not I was recording. So moving forward, I'm going to be using the FX30 for events like that.
I love the a7iv (now my a7cii) and it’s a beast but for pro video work, I always tend to go for the fx30 and fx3! The true reliable duo!! Both the a7iv and fx30 are both great cameras indeed!
Hey Victor! Great breakdown. I have both cameras, but if I had to do it all over, I would also choose the A7IV. It's tricky though, because I love the form factor of the FX30, especially if you're using the new Sony APSC lenses like the 11mm and the 15mm. Anyway, great vid! Also enjoyed your livestream with Comica the other day. Choose me for the LUTs!🤩
Man it always comes down to smaller lenses and camera that packs a punch!! I mean you can also use APSC on A7IV on crop mode ;) haha jk, always better to utilize the whole sensor with FF glass. Glad you were able to catch the Livestream!! Thanks for tuning in! goodluck with the lut pack giveaway! always a chance on every video :)
A7IV got some big advantage: Every lens is like two lenses. I use it 90% of time with the sigma 24 1.4 (mostly shooting at 4K 50p - crop mode). So it's became my 35mm go to lens! But if i want something wider, i just go to 25p and film on 24mm (architecture, tiny rooms etc). U can also grab 50mm as second lens and U are covered with those two for 99% situations. F/1.4 or f/1.8 always. Even A7S III doesn't have this feature :D
Did you also see how a7iv’s 1080p crop mode is way sharper than the fx30’s 1080p or the a7iv’s FF 1080p? Insane!!! But yeah definitely a good range and flexibility for overall shooting. I love it
Probably still the FX30 for me just for way better video. I can work around the low light or just skip it if needed, if not that id just get a an A1 or etc. for more all around work
Hi,,good video,,i just want a camera for photography,,,i am in between two that cameras,,,what do you think about the mecanical shutter vs electronic shutter( fx30) , i readed some issues with last, and no focus mapping option in fx30? thanks
@@VictorLaforteza thanks for answering,,but what about overheating with A74 ? i am ´´ afraid´´ for that issue--- I liked the cooler system of fx30 but it has no mecanic shutter and i readed i may cause some artifacts on photos with electronic shutter,,its that true? ..subscribed
That's tough! I'm currently a college student who primarily does sports videography and own an a6400 and like you said in the video, I love doing photography as well hobby wise and I do a couple of graduation photo shoots every semester. I think the FX30 would help me transition easier since I only have APSC lenses and the 4K 120 for sports, but the overall versatility of the Sony A7iv just calls as well and I can live with just 4k 60 honestly
Potentially the new APSC will have a crippled version of the FX30 sensor! It'll be a really good upgrade to the a6400!! but yes FX30 right now is the perfect transition from the current APSC line up
Love this comparison video! In the market for an upgrade from the A7III. Think you've sold me on the A7IV! The hybrid bonuses on the A7IV just pip it for me.
Great video. After years of having a crop sensor I can never go back to it. Your video on the A7IV sold me on it, and now that I'm full frame I'm in love with it, and the idea of going back to crop/aps-c and dealing with crop factor and losing my wide-angle views... It's just unthinkable. I really love my A7IV. The last camera of any kind that I bought, other than GoPros, was a Nikon D80 and the upgrade from that is just astonishing. The learning curve has been steep but I'm loving it. Thanks for providing this great channel and your perspective! Just as a side note: I would recommend this guy's digital products to anyone. His discord is a nice place to learn from him and others, share work, etc. Great channel and resource overall and he stands by what he sells and says, which is rare.
I appreciate you lot dude! Thank you for such a heartwarming comment. I'm glad that the channel provides some sort of value to you and to everyone that comes across these little videos! TEAM A7IV let's goooooo!!! No denying that it's probably the best bang for your buck hybrid cam right now.
hi! I would choose the FX30, because it is the camera I currently have, although I would like to try the A7IV for the advantages of its sensor in low light situations.
Hmmmm I’m not really sure. My knowledge in audio is quite non existent haha! The 3.5mm jack seems to be okay but I’d highly suggest getting pro audio for pro work!
You're def the right person to make this comparison, so thank you! I def get that the A7IV is the better option, but to me there's something imaginary nicer about having a cinema camera. It's just a feeling, but it's still something!
Happy New Year Victor! A7IV for me, only because I can do so much more with it, also having the flexibility of switch between FF and crop. Epic camera!
I got the A7IV. Wish they include 4K 120p in a Firmware update as it can easily do it but limited by software alone. Hope they do it. But Sony's reputation about firmware updates makes me feel hopeless.
This is what the confusing thing is.. 4k A7iv is better but the fx30 is there. 1080p the a7iv has the sharpest image in crop mode beating the fx30 while 1080p in full frame mode sucks really bad out of the three. 🤪🤪
I would either go up to the a7S III in the Sony line. That camera has been going on some pretty good discounts :) Currently a Lumix shooter with the Lumix S1, and I would likely upgrade to the Lumix S5iI X. No overheating, no low light issues, and the 24 MP stills are more than good enough :)
@@VictorLaforteza Based on the specs released by Panasonic, it will offer USB-C recording and RAW video, Prores and All-I codecs. Similar to a7 IV, but with USB C recording :)
I currently run the Sony A7C and am thinking of upgrading to the A7IV. I am a video editing/cinematic guy and like the FX30 footage, but at the same time I wanna have the flexibility to shoot nice photos for clients/general and also I think they are both close enough to where I can easily make the Sony A7IV just as amazing or cinematic with editing and grading.
potentially the A7Cii would be out this year or next.. fingers crossed.. it'll probably be a smaller a7iv! so if you like the C's body, can easily wait for it!! but yes, hybrid is amazing for people who want to shoot both photos and videos conveniently
id take the a7iv. both really good but why not pay a little more for something that makes shooting photos and shooting in low light easier. the fx3 and 30 look soooo clean tho i love the bodies
Already have an A7IV, but thinking about getting the FX30 as an A/B, depending on the situation. A7IV would be the go to for photography or low light, when it's cooler (I'm located in Texas 🥵🤠), but I'd use the FX30 when outdoors during the day. I'd ideally want an A7Siii/FX3, but the way my bank account is setup..... 💸💸💸
Man that price gap from fx30 to fx3 is just huuuuge! But ya you get 70-80% of the fx3 for half the price. Keep at it bro! There might be a better camera when you’re ready to purchase
To me, it makes no sense to get the FX30 unless you already have APSC lenses or maybe coming from another crop sensor camera. I am just a full frame lens accumulator and the 60p 4K crop on the A7IV works fine with my 17-28 bc I also am not a super wide angle film maker. Paired with my 28-75 G2 I am pretty much covered for all things including photography. I actually downgraded from my FX3, sold it for more than I bought it, and will wait until they hopefully put electronic ND's in the next "FX3II". That is the only thing I really would like to have. I love the A7IV and more than the FX3 except in the dark where the 12,800 ISO was/is unbeatable by any other camera currently on the market.
Amen to this dude! FX30 is the perfect jump for current sony APSC users but if you have full frame glass, just stick with FF. I do find myself shooting a lot more with the A7IV than the FX3... but that's another story lol A7IV is just so versatile.
@@VictorLaforteza The FX3 is quite nice, But I had a chance to sell it for more than I bought it for back in the "chip shortage" months ago and decided to jump on it and just get the A7IV until they put Electronic ND's and I was not really taking advantage of the 120p 4K. Actually hardly ever. To me the A7IV has a better image actually and 33 mp's to boot. I do both photo and film, so it is a no brainer for me at the moment.
I'm more of a photog but trying to step up my video. So I thought the a7iv would be perfect, just flip a switch. Well, not really. There's the ND issue, maybe you want to use a monitor or external mic. By the time you hook up all this stuff, you realize just 'flip the switch' isn't happening. So I asked my wife to get me an FX30 for xmas, and she did! SO much easier with the two bodies. I use the FX30 for video, and at the same time I know that if need the strengths of the A7iv in low light and better dof, I have it available.
Having two cameras are so nice! you can always bring the best tool for the job!! If you have any video questions at all, feel free to ask!! happy to help with your video journey
Hay I would choose the a7 siii. 😁 the overheating issues is a no go for me I shoot weddings in bright sun in greece with high Temperaturs. Fx30 I would have issues with the low light capabilities. Between these two. The fx 30 And I would buy fuji for myself hobbie photos
i would pick sony a7 iv for sure!! I am actually planning to buy one ! I am a new photographer and i have been using a nikon d3300 for the past 2 years. So sony a7 iv is the perfect camera for social media/photography/video work!
I'd pick the fx30 any day cause I'm a video first person and occasionally take pictures for fun😅plus it's more easy on the wallet as a student that's just starting out in the film world.
I rented the A74 and it over heated on me. Thank god I was just testing cameras out and with a client. My buddy has the fx30. It’s not entry level by any means. Get to know your “lighting”. I went with the FX30.
fantastic video! I just got the FX30 and I like it a lot. I couldn't afford the FX3 and I already had some lenses for it. So..is the 1080p on the FX30 usable? good? I don't always shoot on 4k...thanks
I would pick the A7IV because of the versatility. I do a lot of photography as I do a lot of videography also. But I'm more onto the video side. There is also an one thing that need to be considered. The prize obviously. Lol I don't have money even for the FX30, so I can only dream now :'(
Was in the same boat as you! I really wanted the Canon 5D mark ii when I was in school but it was out of reach because of student budget :( work hard, learn lots, and keep the passion burning! it's closer to that stage than you think!
There's just something about the shots you take with the FX30 that the a7iv lacks. Of course, the a7iv is more versatile but Sony's cinema line for videos and occasional photos is on a different level. Something like skin tone can make the difference between a film shot or an unboxing video.
I can definitely tell too. There’s a certain character to it or at least just a better look compared to the hybrid cameras. Just gotta pick the right tools for the job.
@Victor Laforteza Yup. Looking for videos about the FX30, I ran into your channel; great f-ing job, brother. You and Jacques Crafford helped a lot with the camera purchase decision with your incredible content. 🤜🤛
@@BanderaFilmsAndMusic Thank you brother. I appreciate you!! Jacques really does push out amazing helpful content to everyone at every level. An inspiration to me as well!
a7iv should be better in most cases even in apsc mode due to the lower mp count however i can think of one area where fx30 has an advantage. in bright conditions fx30 can use clear image zoom and still get a full 4k readout. whereas the a7iv in apsc mode will no longer be true 4k. getting 168mm reach with a 28-70mm is pretty sweet, no more need for a 70-200
A7IV's 1080p in crop mode is sharper than FF and the FX30's 1080 as well. like whaaaaaat!! it's just so versatile. We've got so many options now that each camera can be tailored to what we specifically need it! Clear image zoom is clutch.
That 1080p ASPC mode on the A7IV is sharper than FF mode and FX30 in 1080?!?!?! WHAAAAT?!
I think it’s been established the A7IV is the sharpest lowest noise general/low light of the sony cameras, superior to everything except maybe the A1 with the 8k readout. Just no 4k120 and cropped 4k60, rolling shutter is the drawbacks.
I found the same thing for sure.
@@MarkBennettCameraCrisis I've been missing out my whole life. I should've done this test a long time ago
Ibis is also bad
2023 Lumix S5IIX
@@joronbrice Ibis can work but compared to panasonic, it is way worse. I'm looking forward to see the S5IIX.
I have the A74 and for months been debating to whether getting another a74 or fx30 as a Bcam. But after shooting a wedding and seeing that the lowlight capability of the a74 is enough for my workflow...now with your pick as well...Im getting another A74..plus I do real estate video & photography so you're right if you need to shoot photos and videos, the a74 is the choice between the two. Great video btw!
Looooove the a7iv! 🙌🏽 one of the best workhorses for the price
I mostly do video work. So for me the FX 30 is my clear choice. Glad you mentioned ZVE10 as I have two of them as part of my multi cam setup. Great video!
Good choice! Both work very well together!
Saving for the fx30, the versatility and fast going with video are all that I need 🎉 nice videos. Hope to create content like u man, blessings
Good choice dude!! hopefully they are super helpful :) you can start your content! it's super fun to do!
I recently bought the A7 IV especially because your videos inspired me a lot and would love to use some of your LUTs with my new setup :) !
How are you liking the a7iv so far?!
I did pick the FX30 out of the two, but it’s because I needed to keep my camera kit as minimal as possible for full time travel, and it came down to lenses - nothing beats the sigma APSC lenses 🔥 - I didn’t appreciate however how inconvenient photography is on this camera body, makes me not enjoy taking photos - so as soon as Sony release an A6600 successor, ideally same specs in a photo-first body, I’ll be picking one up as a second camera.
SIGMA APSC LENSES ARE 🔥🔥🔥 value and form factor is just unbeatable. The new apsc line will definitely be a mini fx30.. we’ll see about the price though! It might be a huge jump or they would cripple it in a way.
@@VictorLaforteza yeah price is key - personally if it has same specs, maybe loose the 4k120 as an FX30 exclusive and give us a decent burst mode for photography, A7C quality EVF, then I’d happily pay same price as FX30. Well A7C body with FX30 specs 👌
Why is it inconvenient to take photos w/ it?
Definitely a7IV, I have 2 of those a B and C cams to a7sIII and I love all of them. I take a7IV with me when I film my hikes, became it allows me to take better photos as well. I think these cameras are all we need to create incredible content!
you can't go wrong with all the new cameras nowadays for sure!! they're all great
Great view on the fx30... and that's why I have both the a7iv and fx30... and zv1 lol.
man i literally just ordered an a7iv a couple hours before this was uploaded. but honestly you are the reason i was considering an fx30, although there are some really good a7iv sales rn in australia and since i usually do photos but am planning to get into video too i think the a7iv is the perfect option for me.
im pretty big into cars so i plan to do car videos first, mostly cinematic type stuff not really the speed ramp edits (but ill definitely try some). i see thats what you were also into earlier on lmao. later on maybe some real estate to try earn some $ to pay off this expensive camera.
i do also love your cinematic reviews of the a7iv and the fx30 (really love that one) and the way your footage looks, it just gives off a really nice vibe. id love to try and achieve something similar some day. thanks for the vid
HA! I’m so embarrassed about my old work lol but I keep it there to look where I started. Honestly though the a7iv is so capable as a hybrid. Even just with video centric shooters. Of course the fx30 can match but depending on the work, you can easily pick which one is right for your work! Excited for you to shoot with the a7iv! Would love to see some stuff from you when you finish some videos 🙌🏽🙌🏽
@@VictorLaforteza ahh thank you so much man, ill definitely try let you know when i create some stuff once I get the hang of it😄
FX30 All day. Love cine EI and custom LUTs loading. Can't live without that now
Just picked up the A7IV after debating for months between it and the A7iii. About to begin the daVinci resolve course now👌 thank you for putting me on
Amazing!! that davinci training is REAL GOOD! enjoy the process, Storm!
I just got the A7IV some months ago. Really happy with it. Great for photography and videography. I mostly take pictures, but if I do small Video Jobs, it's perfect. 4K60 crop is okay for me. In the worst case, I will get an APS-C Lens with 10 mm to get ultra-wide shots if necessary. :)
Great Topic ! I own FX3 I'm looking for 2nd body I can use for Weddings
In my opinion, the FX30 would be my choice because 99.99% of the time I will be filming since a photo can capture the moment, but the video can make you feel present at the moment.
The A7iv's UI is vast and frustrating at times but I'd still pick it over the FX30 for the same reasons you listed. I do like having the option to shoot 33mp photos at the flip of a switch
yeah it takes a bit to get used to for sure!! The A7IV just becomes a great all in one camera for what it's built for. both are great, just gotta pick the right one for a certain job!
i guess i'm in the same boat as you with loving the a7iv for photog, although i am more video-centric. still waiting for the prices to drop/ my bank acc balance to grow before i move up from my zv-1 though...
Keep at it! The zv-1 is an amazing tiny camera. Seems like the a7iv would be the perfect upgrade. maybe the a7Cii would be out by then! I’m assuming it’ll be the a7iv on a smaller body.
@@VictorLaforteza yup i held off on the a7c cos of the lack of 10 bit colour. hope the a7c would be updated soon!
I love the FX30 because of the design. The brilliant appearance of the fx30 made me choose than the traditional design. I also shoot photography however I can take photos without EVF or OVF like iPhone and I don't do the burst shot as film camera. I use it as I see.
Amazing! It’s the perfect fit for your needs!
1:20 Facts!! I work in the broadcasting side of the house and it infuriates me when influencers saying you need the latest and greatest technology. NO! you need to know how to work your current camera and most importantly, how to expose your subject!
Once you get a working camera with good features for your work, it’s time to work on other stuff most importantly lighting!! It makes a better investment and exponential growth in a professional look!
For production video work, I would pick the FX30. But I do photography profissionaly and casualy and would love to pick one A7IV too!
My main camera today is the a6600 and I'm saving to buy the FX30 :)
Greetings from Brazil!
I love your content!
Might have new apsc cameras this yr!! Hopefully 🤞🏽
I got a ZV-E10 in October, and I'm already wanting an A7iv for the photography features
I remember when I sold my a7iii and bought the zv-e10! I had the same feeling lol
Thanks for the data! I use a visor from Kamerar attached to the screen when filmming in a sunny day or for photography 😄
That's a great idea!
I carry a viltrox 23 1.4 for low light situations. If you want things to look brighter than they actually are, that is when the full frame shines, other wise its ok.
at 1.4 / 1.8, it seems to be good enough for the FX30! love it
I was ready to upgrade from my a6400. Since I have a lot of APSC glass FX30 was my choice. Tried for weeks to find a place that had it in stock and wasn't on back order. Gave up and purchased the A7IV. I'm loving it
Crop mode on the a7iv is pretty good too! Can’t go wrong with it!
@@VictorLaforteza I'll be utilizing that until I can get some FF lenses
Bought A7IV like a week ago. Love that camera! Huge upgrade for my sony A6000, and does everything I need :)
Good choice!
I had to make this exact decision last year. I own the Sony A7c but I hungered for that 10-bit image. I am a hybrid shooter I do shoot both photos and videos so the A7iv seemed to be the clear winner. However when I tested the a7iv I noticed the photo image quality was not that much of an upgrade. So it came down to how much was I willing to pay for better video quality? The fx30 was the clear winner in terms of my budget. I do not regret my decision as the fx30 has amazing video.
you wrote that the FX30 in 4K is less noisier than the A7IV in 4K crop mode? Because I have a A7IV and FX6 but I need another cam for gimbal work. The A7IV is mostly used for photography but sometimes also in cropped mode (slowmotion in post)
Yes, that's correct. Not by much though but yeah there is an improvement. Mind you the 4k120 on the FX30 is cropped and can be super noisy.
im your 500 liked!!! also I was debating whether to buy the FX30 for just shooting cine stuff or just switch between with my a7IV and this video helped me decided to stick with my a7IV. I think your work is great as well. Very inspiring.
Hi Victor.. You ALWAYS make content I'm after thank you! I have the A7IV but the form factor of the FX30 is perfect for travel with APSC lenses. I've seen a few other comparison videos with FX30, A7S & FX3 and noticed the A7IV has a greener tone. One video pointed out this was especially so when recording in XAVC HS. Have you noticed the same?
I dont if its this or my mind trying to get me to buy new gear but the FX30 video seems a bit more pleasing to my eye although really subtle
Amazing!! Appreciate you tuning in :) Yeah, I saw that video too by Jason. I tested mine out right away after that and I don't seem to have the same issue all throughout FX3 FX30 A7IV 4k24p 10bit 422 highest bitrate. I didn't compare the other frame rates though. I think the issue lies with the PAL settings as well. FX30 colours do seem to be better imo. The A7IV still has a slight tint to it.
A7iv is a beast! Super versatile. I have both FX3 and A7iv. Best combo to have.
Yup! can confirm
Whats that big round light on the right side of your head..and yes as of your question fx30 always..i don't think low light is a more important feature than 4k 120
haha it's a projection mount for the nanlite forza 60c. Yeah, definitely pick the features you need more! Mine is the opposite. I love low light and rarely shoot 120fps!
I've never had a problem with my fx30 in low light. I usually use faster lenses (like 1.4 and t 0.95), but even my 2.8 lenses are fine.
I'm watching HD at 03:21 and can't see the noise in low light on FX30, maybe it's youtube, can you upload the file on google drive or something?
Always a pleasure to watch a video from my fav RUclipsr 🙌 have the FX3 myself but some friends of mine are looking for a more budget friendly cinema + social media camera. FX30 is the way to go!
Hi Shaun! good to see you again here!! Thanks for always tuning in. The FX30 definitely is a fantastic camera for it's price!!! such a workhorse
Hey man! Thanks again for the awesome video. Still looking at the FX30 to be my next weapon. Thanks for putting up great content!
Thank you for tuning in 🙌🏽 fx30 is definitely a beast of a camera.
I picked up an A7IV and love it -- But coming from an a6100; had the FX30 been released at the time I purchased the A7Iv; I'd probably go that route now and carry both bodies with me. The S35 lenses are smaller, cheaper, and pack a mean punch. However, I do find myself covering a lot of run & gun music events lately; which the A7IV definitely comes in handy. Even with a Sigma 24-70, sometimes F2.8 isn't fast enough for the gritty venues (photo wise, for video it's mint) -- I couldn't imagine the struggle on an S35 sensor. But for anything narrative, controlled environment, S35 is plenty from what I've experienced. Like you said, if you know how to expose properly, play to the cameras strengths, you can make just about anything work these days.
Ps. Those slight green vintage vibes from your urban clips look SO good. Reminds me a bit of the grades on Jack Ryan Season 3. Makes me want to visit Czechia -- or just travel in general *Looks outside at Atlantic Canadian blizzard and shivers *
Team A7IV!! I do agree. For almost no light situation, it's tough to get good image even with the a7iv. I use a 1.4 or 1.8 to get a good image. The job in LA was minimal gear and we had a night shoot. The FX30 struggles and wish I brough my A7IV but it did work after working around it's limits! Luckily, I brought two tube lights.
Thank you! the slight green vibes are from Wong Kar-Wai movie, fallen angels. He did it more in there and I made it just a bit more subtle on mine. Haven't seen Jack Ryan though! any good?! haa, I recently just escaped Canadian winter! you should too!!
Any idea how to quickly remove the green tint from the a7iv footage?
magenta shift by a touch
Will definitely pick the A7IV for I am taking both photography and video gigs!
One of the best hybrid!
Hey man. I know it's been a year but i was just wondering if you thought that FX30 1080 was better than A7IV 1080 (full frame). I'm asking because some videographers that i shoot with go 1080 full frame mode and if i shoot with them will my footage look a lot softer in comparison? Thank you for video!
FX30 is sharper in 1080 but if you shoot apsc mode on the A7IV is a lot sharper than the FX30 1080. Weird but yeah..
@@VictorLaforteza Thank you!
Drooling over the fx30 rn
Awesome comparisons mate!
I haven't noticed much noise with the A7IV in quite a few different scenarios, but it definitely doesn't compare to the FX3 though with its 12800iso!
TEAM A7IV FTW!!!!!
I got the A7IV last year and I love this camera! I do get the chance to mess around with my friend’s FX30 and they are both amazing camera. But if I had to pick one out of the 2 then hands down the winner is the A7IV. But definitely would love the FX30 as a B-Cam.
TEAM A7IV!!! lets goooooooo
I have the sony a7iii and use it for videos and product photography.
Im thinking of getting the FX30 because of the 4k 120fps.
Bur how is the image quality of the fx30?
the image quality is amazing for the FX30 the only concern I have is that the 4k120p is a bit noisy even on well lit scenes.
@@VictorLaforteza if you had to choose FX30 & A74?
I shoot on both. The A7IV for work and the FX30 for my side business. I love the quality out of both cameras, and I started using the A7IV more for recording work stuff. Prior to getting the A7IV, I was bringing in my FX30 to do recordings for work. However, I recently recorded an event with the A7IV on my gimbal. And I hit record and stopped recording for each speaker. And when it came time to record the panel discussion, I could have sworn I hit record on the A7IV, but when I went through the footage I hadn't recorded any of the panel discussion. Had I shot that with my FX30, I would have definitely gotten it because the tally lights would have let me know whether or not I was recording. So moving forward, I'm going to be using the FX30 for events like that.
I love the a7iv (now my a7cii) and it’s a beast but for pro video work, I always tend to go for the fx30 and fx3! The true reliable duo!! Both the a7iv and fx30 are both great cameras indeed!
Hey Victor! Great breakdown. I have both cameras, but if I had to do it all over, I would also choose the A7IV. It's tricky though, because I love the form factor of the FX30, especially if you're using the new Sony APSC lenses like the 11mm and the 15mm. Anyway, great vid! Also enjoyed your livestream with Comica the other day. Choose me for the LUTs!🤩
Man it always comes down to smaller lenses and camera that packs a punch!! I mean you can also use APSC on A7IV on crop mode ;) haha jk, always better to utilize the whole sensor with FF glass. Glad you were able to catch the Livestream!! Thanks for tuning in! goodluck with the lut pack giveaway! always a chance on every video :)
A7IV got some big advantage: Every lens is like two lenses. I use it 90% of time with the sigma 24 1.4 (mostly shooting at 4K 50p - crop mode). So it's became my 35mm go to lens! But if i want something wider, i just go to 25p and film on 24mm (architecture, tiny rooms etc). U can also grab 50mm as second lens and U are covered with those two for 99% situations. F/1.4 or f/1.8 always. Even A7S III doesn't have this feature :D
Did you also see how a7iv’s 1080p crop mode is way sharper than the fx30’s 1080p or the a7iv’s FF 1080p? Insane!!! But yeah definitely a good range and flexibility for overall shooting. I love it
@@VictorLaforteza Yes it's real 1:1 1080p ;) I filmed over 20 wedding videos with it, and not looking on any other camera so far ;)
Bro which one i should choose fx30 or a6700 for filmmaking travel vlogging and cinematography pls clear my dought,???
FX30
Probably still the FX30 for me just for way better video. I can work around the low light or just skip it if needed, if not that id just get a an A1 or etc. for more all around work
Great video!
If I got the chance to take a second camera, as an hybrid shooter I will buy another A7IV😌 I’ll maybe take the FX30 as a C cam😌
Team A7IV!!!! haha surprisingly there's a lot of us in this comment section
Hi,,good video,,i just want a camera for photography,,,i am in between two that cameras,,,what do you think about the mecanical shutter vs electronic shutter( fx30) , i readed some issues with last, and no focus mapping option in fx30? thanks
A7iv would be your best bet. The EVF is a must for photography!
@@VictorLaforteza thanks for answering,,but what about overheating with A74 ? i am ´´ afraid´´ for that issue--- I liked the cooler system of fx30 but it has no mecanic shutter and i readed i may cause some artifacts on photos with electronic shutter,,its that true? ..subscribed
That's tough! I'm currently a college student who primarily does sports videography and own an a6400 and like you said in the video, I love doing photography as well hobby wise and I do a couple of graduation photo shoots every semester. I think the FX30 would help me transition easier since I only have APSC lenses and the 4K 120 for sports, but the overall versatility of the Sony A7iv just calls as well and I can live with just 4k 60 honestly
Potentially the new APSC will have a crippled version of the FX30 sensor! It'll be a really good upgrade to the a6400!! but yes FX30 right now is the perfect transition from the current APSC line up
Great analysis 👊🏽 thinking of getting fx30 as my b camera ! Keep up the good work and hope I win your lut pack love the look 🙃
Definitely a great addition to the kit! Best of luck with the pack 🙌🏽
Nice video. Mostly i shoot low light night situation for documentary films. Is a7iv compatible with a7siii for extreme low light situation?
The a7siii would be best as the a7iv would not be able to see that much without introducing a lot of noise!
@@VictorLaforteza thank tou brother ☺️
Great video, and thanks for the wonderful information!
What lens were you using on the videos in the flight?
Thanks!
It was the sigma 28-70mm 2.8!
@@VictorLaforteza right on, thanks!
Nice video Victor 🎉
Love this comparison video! In the market for an upgrade from the A7III. Think you've sold me on the A7IV! The hybrid bonuses on the A7IV just pip it for me.
Good choice! TEAM A7IV!
Great video. After years of having a crop sensor I can never go back to it. Your video on the A7IV sold me on it, and now that I'm full frame I'm in love with it, and the idea of going back to crop/aps-c and dealing with crop factor and losing my wide-angle views... It's just unthinkable. I really love my A7IV. The last camera of any kind that I bought, other than GoPros, was a Nikon D80 and the upgrade from that is just astonishing. The learning curve has been steep but I'm loving it. Thanks for providing this great channel and your perspective!
Just as a side note: I would recommend this guy's digital products to anyone. His discord is a nice place to learn from him and others, share work, etc. Great channel and resource overall and he stands by what he sells and says, which is rare.
I appreciate you lot dude! Thank you for such a heartwarming comment. I'm glad that the channel provides some sort of value to you and to everyone that comes across these little videos! TEAM A7IV let's goooooo!!! No denying that it's probably the best bang for your buck hybrid cam right now.
Until 4k60 but yeah
hi! I would choose the FX30, because it is the camera I currently have, although I would like to try the A7IV for the advantages of its sensor in low light situations.
If there’s enough light in low light, definitely the fx30 is enough! Buuuuut a7iv is definitely a bit more flexible for “no light” situations
A7IV definitely is my pick, same reason: shooting both photo and video nicely :)
TEAM A7IV!!!
i feel like the fx30 is kind of unforgiving with underexposure. they're kinda hard to pull in color grading. great content, ayos :)
I found that too! It’s better to expose to the right with the fx30. Salamat! Marami pang dadating! 🙌🏽
@victor Laforteza, for video work with the A74, what top handle would you recommend assuming the Sony ones work, or is the audio port good enough?
Hmmmm I’m not really sure. My knowledge in audio is quite non existent haha! The 3.5mm jack seems to be okay but I’d highly suggest getting pro audio for pro work!
would def say the a7iv over the fx30. Although im debating getting an fx30 to pair with my a7iv.
They are pretty even across the board! Just fx30 has better colours by a touch
I would peak a74. How won the giveaway?
You're def the right person to make this comparison, so thank you!
I def get that the A7IV is the better option, but to me there's something imaginary nicer about having a cinema camera.
It's just a feeling, but it's still something!
a7 IV, cause photo. But getting a fx 3 at work soon, so looking forward to it
FX3 is a different beast on its own! Love mine a lot! I love both 😍
Definitely want the fx30. Been looking at it for a while just waiting for the restock and my wallet to be in sync
On a budget Fx30 + A7iii for low light
Happy New Year Victor!
A7IV for me, only because I can do so much more with it, also having the flexibility of switch between FF and crop. Epic camera!
Happy New Year Avi!!! Glad to know you're on team A7IV ;)
What are the based ISO's for the Sony A7IV?
800 and 3200 on SLOG3. It's different on other PP
@@VictorLaforteza for pp8. I didn't know it was different on others
@@Kesslerlite Specifically different on gamma* like S-Cinetone, Cine2, Cine4, HLG, etc.
I picked the a7 IV… my skillset is so diverse and it hits above its weight for weddings, sports & events! I pair it with the a7s III!📸🎥📷📹
amazing value to pair with the a7siii!
FX30 for me, having to preview realtime footage with your own lut saves alot of time and makes you setting the camera exposure right.
Definitely is a really good feature to have! You can bake it in too for fast delivery
I got the A7IV. Wish they include 4K 120p in a Firmware update as it can easily do it but limited by software alone. Hope they do it. But Sony's reputation about firmware updates makes me feel hopeless.
Yeah, I feel you. That’s another video topic I want to touch on… and sometimes their firmware updates screws up the camera.. (fx3 issues…)
Thank you for the videos ❤
Thanks for stopping by, Jochy! ❤️
Hi Victor. How does 4k compare to 1080p on the FX30? Is it softer or noisier i 1080p? Is 4k usually cleaner?
This is what the confusing thing is.. 4k A7iv is better but the fx30 is there. 1080p the a7iv has the sharpest image in crop mode beating the fx30 while 1080p in full frame mode sucks really bad out of the three. 🤪🤪
That being said, the fx30s 4k is definitely cleaner but not by much. Once you get to 4k120 it’s so noisy though.
@@VictorLaforteza is the 1080p 30 and 1080p60 out of the FX30 usable? Better than what I get with a Sony a6400 and a Canon 90D?
I have both but the over heating scares me
yeah, it's always int he back of my mind.
I would either go up to the a7S III in the Sony line. That camera has been going on some pretty good discounts :)
Currently a Lumix shooter with the Lumix S1, and I would likely upgrade to the Lumix S5iI X. No overheating, no low light issues, and the 24 MP stills are more than good enough :)
can't wait to see what th S5iix can do! the S5ii already is impressive!!
@@VictorLaforteza Based on the specs released by Panasonic, it will offer USB-C recording and RAW video, Prores and All-I codecs. Similar to a7 IV, but with USB C recording :)
I currently run the Sony A7C and am thinking of upgrading to the A7IV. I am a video editing/cinematic guy and like the FX30 footage, but at the same time I wanna have the flexibility to shoot nice photos for clients/general and also I think they are both close enough to where I can easily make the Sony A7IV just as amazing or cinematic with editing and grading.
potentially the A7Cii would be out this year or next.. fingers crossed.. it'll probably be a smaller a7iv! so if you like the C's body, can easily wait for it!! but yes, hybrid is amazing for people who want to shoot both photos and videos conveniently
as user a7c, I'd like a7iv but looking at a7r5 with it's crazy screen, perhaps I'm going to see what coming next on a7v.
Waiting to see what they come up with the a7v!! 2024 potentially!
id take the a7iv. both really good but why not pay a little more for something that makes shooting photos and shooting in low light easier. the fx3 and 30 look soooo clean tho i love the bodies
Exactly!! A7IV ftw! love both though
Eu escolho a A7iv por ser uma camera completa e pronta pra tudo! grande trabalho de comparação, parabéns!
Bro can you tell me the name of the font you used
Almost looks like Cooper Black. Not quite, but Cooper Black will get you close
Already have an A7IV, but thinking about getting the FX30 as an A/B, depending on the situation. A7IV would be the go to for photography or low light, when it's cooler (I'm located in Texas 🥵🤠), but I'd use the FX30 when outdoors during the day. I'd ideally want an A7Siii/FX3, but the way my bank account is setup..... 💸💸💸
Man that price gap from fx30 to fx3 is just huuuuge! But ya you get 70-80% of the fx3 for half the price. Keep at it bro! There might be a better camera when you’re ready to purchase
Great video and comparison! I'll go with the A7iv...
To me, it makes no sense to get the FX30 unless you already have APSC lenses or maybe coming from another crop sensor camera. I am just a full frame lens accumulator and the 60p 4K crop on the A7IV works fine with my 17-28 bc I also am not a super wide angle film maker. Paired with my 28-75 G2 I am pretty much covered for all things including photography. I actually downgraded from my FX3, sold it for more than I bought it, and will wait until they hopefully put electronic ND's in the next "FX3II". That is the only thing I really would like to have. I love the A7IV and more than the FX3 except in the dark where the 12,800 ISO was/is unbeatable by any other camera currently on the market.
Amen to this dude! FX30 is the perfect jump for current sony APSC users but if you have full frame glass, just stick with FF. I do find myself shooting a lot more with the A7IV than the FX3... but that's another story lol A7IV is just so versatile.
@@VictorLaforteza The FX3 is quite nice, But I had a chance to sell it for more than I bought it for back in the "chip shortage" months ago and decided to jump on it and just get the A7IV until they put Electronic ND's and I was not really taking advantage of the 120p 4K. Actually hardly ever. To me the A7IV has a better image actually and 33 mp's to boot. I do both photo and film, so it is a no brainer for me at the moment.
I agree with you regarding the A74 winning this battle. Other than price I do not see a reason to get the FX30.
I'm more of a photog but trying to step up my video. So I thought the a7iv would be perfect, just flip a switch. Well, not really. There's the ND issue, maybe you want to use a monitor or external mic. By the time you hook up all this stuff, you realize just 'flip the switch' isn't happening. So I asked my wife to get me an FX30 for xmas, and she did! SO much easier with the two bodies. I use the FX30 for video, and at the same time I know that if need the strengths of the A7iv in low light and better dof, I have it available.
Having two cameras are so nice! you can always bring the best tool for the job!! If you have any video questions at all, feel free to ask!! happy to help with your video journey
Hay I would choose the a7 siii. 😁 the overheating issues is a no go for me I shoot weddings in bright sun in greece with high Temperaturs. Fx30 I would have issues with the low light capabilities. Between these two. The fx 30 And I would buy fuji for myself hobbie photos
A7siii is a beast! Perfect for overall video work. Fuji is always nice as a photo camera!
My next camera is the FX30. I already have the a7IV and its a beast.
amigo tienes otro canal pero en español?
I don’t sorry :( my Spanish isn’t good
i would pick sony a7 iv for sure!! I am actually planning to buy one ! I am a new photographer and i have been using a nikon d3300 for the past 2 years. So sony a7 iv is the perfect camera for social media/photography/video work!
the ultimate social media content creation camera!!! Excited for your upcoming purchase. It’ll be a good upgrade
is the a7iv better than the fx3
only for photo features
I'd pick the fx30 any day cause I'm a video first person and occasionally take pictures for fun😅plus it's more easy on the wallet as a student that's just starting out in the film world.
Best route honestly! Even if the low light limitation is there, it helps you solve problems creatively with it!
I rented the A74 and it over heated on me. Thank god I was just testing cameras out and with a client. My buddy has the fx30. It’s not entry level by any means. Get to know your “lighting”. I went with the FX30.
Definitely the FX30 has my heart just because I don’t take photos! especially at the price you can’t beat it.
It really is!
Hi Victor,
Amazing video, I would go with A7IV 😍♥️♥️....
Team A7IV!! 🙌🏽
Hard choice. Fx30 though because of the xlr handle.
fantastic video! I just got the FX30 and I like it a lot. I couldn't afford the FX3 and I already had some lenses for it. So..is the 1080p on the FX30 usable? good? I don't always shoot on 4k...thanks
1080 is amazing for the fx30!!
I would pick the A7IV because of the versatility. I do a lot of photography as I do a lot of videography also. But I'm more onto the video side. There is also an one thing that need to be considered. The prize obviously. Lol I don't have money even for the FX30, so I can only dream now :'(
Was in the same boat as you! I really wanted the Canon 5D mark ii when I was in school but it was out of reach because of student budget :( work hard, learn lots, and keep the passion burning! it's closer to that stage than you think!
Now I think I regret buying the FX30....
Honestly though, working around low light sucks. Definitely have to try out exposing properly or... sell it.
If you do shoot in extreme low light, it’s troublesome but normal conditions it’s quite doable!
There's just something about the shots you take with the FX30 that the a7iv lacks. Of course, the a7iv is more versatile but Sony's cinema line for videos and occasional photos is on a different level. Something like skin tone can make the difference between a film shot or an unboxing video.
I can definitely tell too. There’s a certain character to it or at least just a better look compared to the hybrid cameras. Just gotta pick the right tools for the job.
@Victor Laforteza Yup. Looking for videos about the FX30, I ran into your channel; great f-ing job, brother. You and Jacques Crafford helped a lot with the camera purchase decision with your incredible content. 🤜🤛
@@BanderaFilmsAndMusic Thank you brother. I appreciate you!! Jacques really does push out amazing helpful content to everyone at every level. An inspiration to me as well!
@@VictorLaforteza Rob Ellis's lighting + Jacques Crafford's shots + Víctor Laforteza's story and coloration = Boom!
a7iv should be better in most cases even in apsc mode due to the lower mp count
however i can think of one area where fx30 has an advantage. in bright conditions fx30 can use clear image zoom and still get a full 4k readout. whereas the a7iv in apsc mode will no longer be true 4k. getting 168mm reach with a 28-70mm is pretty sweet, no more need for a 70-200
A7IV's 1080p in crop mode is sharper than FF and the FX30's 1080 as well. like whaaaaaat!! it's just so versatile. We've got so many options now that each camera can be tailored to what we specifically need it! Clear image zoom is clutch.