Sony Cinema Line FX30 Super 35 Camera Body Kit + XLR Top Handle Unit Filmmaker Bundle

Leap into the world of filmmaking

The FX30 captures stunning images with 6K oversampling and a true cinematic look. Its compact size lets you take it anywhere, and sophisticated AF and stabilization makes advanced filmmaking more accessible than ever.

Product Highlights:

20.1 MP1 Exmor R™ APS-C (Super 35mm format) image sensor with wide dynamic range

S-CinetoneTM for a cinematic look straight out of the camera without grading

Flexible ISO, Cine EI Quick and Cine EI Log shooting modes for optimized image quality

Log recording for smooth cinematic image quality when color grading

Dependable, accurate autofocus with Real-time Eye and Real-time Tracking AF

Image stabilization Active Mode supports handheld movie shooting

Extensive recording formats for high image quality and advanced post-production

Creative slow-motion options with up to 4K (QFHD) 120p with autofocus

4K 16-bit RAW output10 from HDMI terminal for compatible external recorders

A selection of Creative Looks to create interesting moods right in the camera

Uninterrupted 4K 60p recording with cooling fan ventilation

XLR handle unit for high-quality external audio input

Flexible, high-resolution touch-panel LCD monitor

Dual card slots, both compatible with CFexpress Type A and SDXC/SDHC

Compact, lightweight body designed for mobility

Dust and moisture resistant design to handle challenging environments

Product Features:

Support for filmmaking

The FX30 captures stunning images with 6K oversampling and a true cinematic look. Its compact size lets you take it anywhere, and sophisticated AF and stabilization features let you concentrate on composition, not the complexity of crews and rigging.

Designed for visual storytelling

The FX30's S-Cinetone picture profile gives you a beautiful cinematic look straight out of the camera. Features like Dual Base ISO and Cine EI are designed to provide gorgeous images for cinematic shooting and workflow.

Drawing on the Cinema Line heritage

Film industry experience allied with state-of-the-art imaging technology. The outstanding Cinema Line series of cinema cameras is built on decades of experience in the film industry and supported by Sony's sophisticated new technologies on the cutting edge of digital imaging.

Beautiful imagery

Advanced technology for outstanding resolution. The FX30's back-illuminated Exmor™ R APS-C CMOS sensor captures memorable Super 35mm imagery with outstanding resolution and shallow depth of field. 6K oversampling compresses a vast amount of information into 4K recording and output, and the BIONZ XR™ processing engine enables natural gradations, realistic color reproduction, low noise, and other image quality improvements.

S-Cinetone gives you a cinematic look without grading

The S-Cinetone picture profile provides cinematic-looking color, skin tones and other visual aspects straight out of the camera, without the need for any post-production color grading.

Infinite possibilities of expression with S-Log3

For production color matching, and to access the full capabilities of the image sensor, the FX30 can shoot with an S-Log3 gamma curve. This gives you access to the FX30's expansive color gamut and 14+ stops latitude, for true cinematic image quality during post-production color grading.

User LUTs provide an accurate image preview

Customizable LUTs, both preset and user-supplied, can be applied to the FX30's LCD monitor display, recorded footage, and HDMI output to give you a better and more accurate idea of what your final image will look like.

10-bit 4:2:2 recording for greater editing latitude

The FX30 can record 10-bit 4:2:2 video internally when using Long GOP or All-Intra compression, providing more color information so you can produce fuller, more natural gradations in post-production.

Cine EI, Cine EI Quick, and Flexible ISO modes

Flexible exposure mode handling. Cine EI2 offers wide latitude and the highest possible image quality, while Cine EI Quick2 simplifies setup by automatically selecting the camera's base ISO. Flexible ISO provides the greatest flexibility for exposure settings.

Dual Base ISO (ISO800 / ISO2500)

With this feature you can manually set your base ISO to 2500 instead of 800 in low-light situations. Noise levels at both settings are about the same, so this gives you cleaner footage in low light.

Slow-motion images at up to 120 frames per second

With 4K recording at up to 120 frames per second with autofocus, you can create extraordinarily smooth 5x (max.) slow-motion imagery to expand your storytelling options.

Reliable AF maintains a steady focus

Sophisticated tracking features let you concentrate on your shoot. The FX30 provides stable AF and flexible focusing for a wide range of shooting situations. Wide-area AF provides tenacious subject tracking across almost the entire frame, with Real-time Tracking based on Sony's unique, AI-based subject recognition. Real-time Eye AF ensures precise focus on the face and eyes, tailored to humans, birds and animals.

In-body image stabilization for hand-held shooting

Active Mode is a 5-axis image stabilization mode that uses a precision gyroscope sensor and optical compensation, enabling hand-held shooting at 4K resolution without a gimbal.

Compensation for focus breathing

In-camera Focus Breathing Compensation, when used with compatible lenses, provides more stable imagery by minimizing the field-of-view shift that can occur when racking focus. Additional breathing compensation is also available in post-production software, supported by camera metadata.

Ready to go wherever you shoot

Compact and light in weight, the FX30 can be operated in combination with gimbals and drones, or with a variety of attached equipment. It's designed to withstand long shoots, with sturdy construction suited to harsh conditions.

Compact, lightweight body

Designed for mobility and comfortable operation. Weighing in at 1 lb 6.8 oz (646 g) with battery and memory card and 2 lb 1.5 oz (951 g) with the XLR handle unit, the FX30 features a distinctive flat-top design that's suitable for either handheld shooting or gimbal mounting. The camera grip has been designed to provide optimum flexibility, stability, and comfort for extended handheld shooting sessions.

New main menu

Quick access to frequently used features. While shooting, you can access frame rate10, shutter speed, and other essential shooting parameters via a list-style main menu. Display of the main menu can be assigned to a custom button so that parameters can be quickly checked and edited as needed prior to shooting. Separate main menus optimized for movies and stills are provided.

Two CFexpress Type A and SD card compatible media slots

CFexpress Type A is the next standard for compact storage, with fast write/read speeds suitable for 4K movie recording at high bit rates. Dual slots enable either relay or simultaneous recording.

Flexible high-resolution touch-panel LCD monitor

A side-opening vari-angle rear monitor allows broad positioning and framing freedom. It's bright enough for easy outdoor daytime viewing, and it incorporates a swipe-to-access function menu.

Broad connectivity in a compact body

An HDMI Type-A connector can be used for external recorders and display devices. Other connectors include USB Type-C®, Multi/Micro-USB, mic, headphone, and a Multi Interface Shoe with built-in digital audio interface.

16-bit RAW output via HDMI

For demanding workflows, 16-bit RAW output is available over HDMI connection to compatible external recorders. RAW video output is 4672 x 2628 [16:9] resolution, exceeding DCI-4K resolution.

Expandable to meet your needs

Whether it's finding the perfect lens for your shoot, choosing the best external audio source or accommodating post-production workflow requirements, the FX30 has you covered.

Product Specifications:

Battery Operating Time

Actual recording, CIPA standard - Approx. 115 min

Continuous recording, CIPA standard - Approx. 175 min

Still image, CIPA standard - Approx. 570 shots

Size & Weight (Approx.)

Weight (main unit only) - 646 g (1 lb 6.8 oz) (with battery and memory card included), 562 g (1 lb 3.8 oz) (body only)

Weight (including supplied accessories) - 951 g (2 lb 1.5 oz) (with XLR Handle, battery and memory card included)

Dimensions (W x H x D) - 129.7 mm x 77.8 mm x 84.5 mm (5 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 3 3/8 inches) (body without protrusions)

Operation

Operating Temperature - -20 to +55 degrees C

Storage Temperature - -20 to +55 degrees C

Recording Frame Rate (Video)

XAVC S-I 4K - 3840x2160/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

XAVC S-I HD - 1920x1080/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

XAVC S 4K - 3840x2160/119.88p,100p,59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

XAVC S HD - 1920x1080/119.88p,100p,59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p

XAVC HS 4K - 3840x2160/119.88p,100p,59.94p, 50p, 23.98p

Recording/Playback Time (Video)

XAVC S-I 4K - XAVC S-I 4K 59.94p: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 25 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 10 minutes, XAVC S-I 4K 50p: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 35 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 15 minutes

XAVC S-I HD - XAVC S-I HD 59.94p: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 75 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 35 minutes, XAVC S-I HD 50p: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 90 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 40 minutes

XAVC S 4K - XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p 200M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 80 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 40 minutes, XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p 150M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 100 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 50 minutes

XAVC S HD - XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p 50M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 270 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 130 minutes, XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p 25M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 430 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 210 minutes

XAVC HS 4K - XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 200M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 80 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 40 minutes, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 150M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 100 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 50 minutes, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 100M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 150 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 75 minutes, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 75M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 190 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 95 minutes, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p 45M: When using CEA-G160T (160 GB) Approx. 290 minutes, When using CEA-G80T (80 GB) Approx. 140 minutes

Recording Format (Proxy Audio)

XAVC Proxy - AAC-LC, 128 kbps, 2 ch

Recording Format (Proxy Video)

XAVC HS HD - MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 1920x1080 4:2:0 10 bit 16 Mbps 1920x1080 4:2:0 10 bit 9 Mbps

XAVC S HD - MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 1280x720 4:2:0 8 bit 6 Mbps

Other Video Function

Video Functions - Audio Level Display, Audio Rec Level, TC/UB, Creative Look, Gamma Display Assist, PAL/NTSC Selector

Recording (Still)

Recording Format - JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant)

Image Size (pixels) [3:2] - L: 6192 x 4128 (26M), M: 4384 x 2920 (13M), S: 3104 x 2064 (6.4M)

Image size (pixels) [4:3] - L: 5504 x 4128 (23M), M: 3888 x 2920 (11M), S: 2752 x 2064 (5.7M)

Image Size (pixels) [16:9] - L: 6192 x 3480 (22M), M: 4384 x 2464 (11M), S: 3104 x 1744 (5.4M)

Image size (pixels) [1:1] - L: 4128 x 4128 (17M), M: 2912 x 2912 (8.5M), S: 2064 x 2064 (4.3M)

Camera Section

Shutter Speed - [Movie] 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode), [Still image] 1/8000 to 30 sec

Imaging Device (Type) - APS-C type (23.3 x 15.5 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor

Number of Pixels (Effective) - Movie: Approx. 20.1 megapixels, Still image: Approx. 26.0 megapixels

Number of Pixels (total) - Approx. 27.0 megapixels

ISO Sensitivity - [Movie] ISO 100-32000 equivalent , AUTO (ISO 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit), [Still image] ISO 100-32000 (Expandable to ISO 50- 102400), AUTO (ISO 100-6400, selectable lower limit and upper limit)

Slow and Quick Motion Function - [XAVC S-I HD / XAVC S HD]NTSC mode: 1fps,2fps,4fps,8fps,15fps,30fps,60fps,120fps,240fps, PAL mode: 1fps,2fps,3fps,6fps,12fps,25fps,50fps,100fps,200fps

White Balance - Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Underwater / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & color filter / Custom

Gamma Curve - Off / PP1-PP6 / PP10-PP11, Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset

Latitude - 14+ stop (S-Log3)

Focus system

Type - Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)

Focus Point - Movie: 495 points (phase-detection AF), Still image: 759 points (phase-detection AF)

Sensativity Range - EV-3 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)

Focus Mode - Movie: AF-C (Continuous AF), Manual Focus, Still image: AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus

Focus Area - Movie: Wide / Zone / Center Fix / Spot / Expand Spot, Still image: Wide / Zone / Center Fix / Spot / Expand Spot / Tracking

Other Focus Features - Focus Magnifier (APS-C: 6.1x / 12.1x)

Exposure control

Metering Sensativity - EV-3 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)

Exposure Modes - Movie: Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode, Still images: Intelligent Auto (Auto) / Program Auto (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter priority (S) / Manual Exposure (M)

Monitoring

LCD - Opening Angle:Approx. 176 °, Rotation Angle:Approx. 270 °

Built-in Microphone

Built-in Microphone - Built-in, stereo

File System

File System - FAT12, 16, 32, exFAT

Zoom Function

Clear Image Zoom - Movie: Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD), Still image: L: Approx. 2x, M: Approx. 2.8x, S: Approx. 4x

Digital Zoom - Movie: Approx. 4x Still Image: L: Approx. 4x, M: Aapprox. 5.7x, S: Approx. 8x

Smart Zoom - Still Image: M: Approx. 1.4x, S: Approx. 2x

Still image function

Shutter - Electronic shutter

Drive Modes - Single Shooting, Self-timer, Bracket: Single, White Balance bracket, DRO bracket

Noise Reduction - High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off

Other Still Image Function - Anti-flicker Set

Custom function

Custom Function - Custom key settings, My Menu, My Dial Settings, Reg. Custom Shoot Set

Lens Compensation

Lens Compensation - Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion

Wi-Fi/NFC

Supported Format - IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Frequency Band - 2.4 GHz band/5 GHz band

Security - WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK

FTP Transfer

FTP Transfer - Wired LAN (USB-LAN), USB Tethering, Wi-Fi

RAW Output

HDMI - 4672 x 2628 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p), 16bit

Media

Type - CFexpress Type A / SD card (x2), Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy

Image Stabilization

Type - Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (Compensation depends on lens specifications)

Mode - Movie: Active / Standard / Off, Still image: On / Off

Compensation Effect (Still Images) - 5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted.)

Accessibility

Screen Reader - Yes (Language: English, Speed: 7 steps, Volume: 16 steps)

Zoom

Zoom Function - Zoom ring rotate

Recording Format (Video)

XAVC S-I 4K - XAVC S-I 4K 59.94p: 600 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I 4K 50p: 500 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I 4K 29.97p: 300 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I 4K 25p: 250 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I 4K 23.98p: 240 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

XAVC S-I HD - XAVC S-I HD 59.94p: 222 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I HD 50p: 185 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I HD 29.97p: 111 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I HD 25p: 93 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S-I HD 23.98p: 89 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

XAVC S 4K - XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p: 200 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 59.94p/50p: 150 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 29.97p/25p: 140 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 23.98p: 100 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit, MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 29.97p/25p/23.98p: 100 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 29.97p/25p/23.98p: 60 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 119.88p/100p: 280 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S 4K 119.88p/100p: 200 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

XAVC S HD - XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p: 50 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p: 50 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S HD 59.94p/50p: 25 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC HD 29.97p/25p: 16 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S HD 119.88p/100p: 100 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264, XAVC S HD 119.88p/100p: 60 Mbps 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC / H.264

XAVC HS 4K - XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p: 200 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p: 150 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p/23.98p: 100 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p: 75 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 59.94p/50p: 45 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 23.98p: 100 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 23.98p: 50Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 23.98p: 50 Mbps 4:2:0 10bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 23.98p: 30 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 119.88p/100p: 280 Mbps 4:2:2 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265, XAVC HS 4K 119.88p/100p: 200 Mbps 4:2:0 10 bit MPEG-H HEVC / H.265

Recording Format (Audio) - LPCM 2 ch(48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch(48 kHz 24 bit), LPCM 4 ch(48 kHz 24 bit)

Interface

Audio Input - 3.5 mm Stereo minijack, XLR handle: [INPUT1][INPUT2] XLR/TRS-type 3-pin(female) (x2), line/mic/mic +48 V selectable, Mic Reference -40 to -60 dBu / [INPUT3] 3.5 mm Stereo minijack

Headphone Output - 3.5 mm Stereo minijack

Speaker Output - Built-in, monaural

HDMI Output - YCbCr 4:2:2 10 bit / RGB 8 bit

Multi Interface Shoe - With Digital Audio Interface

TC Input/TC Output - Multi/Micro USB, TC IN *6  With Digital Audio Interface

USB Terminal - USB Type-C® (x1, SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible), Multi/Micro USB (x1)

Power Consumption

Movie - Approx. 5.6 W (with E PZ 18-105mm F4 OSS lens attached)

Still Image - Approx. 3.5 W (with E PZ 18-105mm F4 OSS lens attached)

Playback

Playback Functions - Index view, Folder selection (Date / Still / Movie), Photo capture, 4ch audio monitoring, Auto Review (stills), Image orientation (stills), Protect (stills), Rating (stills), Display as Group (stills)

Lens Mount

Type - E-Mount

What's In The Box

Supplied Accessories - Camera body | ILME-FX30 Rechargeable Battery | NP-FZ100 USB battery charger | AC-UUD12 Top Handle with XLR Input Module Body cap MI Accessory shoe cap Handle Shoe Cap USB-A to USB-C cable (USB 3.2)