Should You Buy The Sony a7S III, FX3, FX6 or FX9?!

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Intro - 00:00
a7S III vs FX3 - 00:17
FX3 - FX6 - 03:58
FX6 vs FX9 - 10:13
Availability - 17:04
Outro - 17:36
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[@CVPTV]

Let us know which camera you’d choose down below!

[@AdamFunk]

All of them, in a perfect world. :')

[@aov_james]

I would choose FX6 > FX3> A7S3 > FX9

[@Fedorevsky]

If I was interested in a Sony I'd go for the FX6. I don't like the forced in built noise reduction of the a7sIII and FX3.

[@vaidehiarts]

FX6 is perhaps the most versatile in its price to quality ratio. So FX6 for majority of the work

[@billimono4480]

I want to buy your stickers :)

[@ResizeFilms]

Update: FX3 has now DCI 4K, Lens Breathing Compensation, Anamorphic mode, true 24 FPS, along others added features since V3.0 firmware.

[@joshlarson1712]

Big thing most people don’t know about the FX9 and I’m my opinion the biggest plus when comparing it to the others, 4K in s35 mode. The FX6 and 3 don’t because it’s only a 4K Sensor. I can’t tell you how many times while on a shoot as an FX9 owner I switch back and 4th between FF and S35 modes. Almost every shoot. Also, lens capabilities. I shoot DZO lenses and I can use the zooms and still have 4K image. So many cine-zoom lenses are built for a S35 sensor, and the inability to shoot 4K with them on the FX6 or 3 is enough to not use them.

[@cobymarcum1442]

Thank you for sharing this information. 👍

[@miguelgarcia-arenacomunica3604]

Awesome video! As a Sony FS7 user, mostly in documentary, I will clearly "upgrade" to the FX6. Smaller, cheaper, better image, Variable ND... And a FX3 if I need B camera, for two cameras interviews, gimbals, BTS (photos)... Perfect combo!

[@LMActionsports]

Wow what a great in detail comparison of all these cameras. I would love to get an FX6 but I can’t find one anywhere for sale. It would be my first cinema camera for myself and it would be plenty of a camera for my needs. Right now I’ve been messing around with the A7 and I would love the FX6 with its variable nd filter. Love the channel keep up the great work

[@cobymarcum1442]

Amazing comparison! Thank you! As an FS-5 owner I love the FS-5 / FX6 size, buttons and internal ND. However I use PMW-F5 primarily. 👏 Great comparison CVP!

[@SamMasghati]

They way you present, your accent, the detaills. Really good job mate

[@DarrrenMovieHummel]

Nicely Done! Super informative and helpful when making the decision.

[@kefaspeter234]

wow, thank you for taking your time to teach us all this information. Thank you again.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching Kefas! Jake

[@monsoonlands836]

The FX3 didn't get focus breathing compensation with the 2.0 firmware update, while the FX6 got it in January 2022.

[@Bo_Hazem]

Japanese aren't well-known for their software prowess, I would argue. They more hardware magicians, but they kinda pretty slow with their softwares. But I should as well agree that they usually avoid releasing broken, half-baked updates as well.

[@coastmale]

@@Bo_Hazem Panasonic would like to have a word

[@Bo_Hazem]

@@coastmale I love Panasonic, my very first camera was Lumix FZ35 compact zoom cam back in 2009. It still holds well even today, much better than any phone at least. 😜 Was about to get S5 but then the lens selection wan't good enough. With L Alliance I can see them enjoying a much better lens selection now, but nothing close to what you get with Sony E and their bodies.

[@ricr.4669]

@@Bo_Hazem it's all about making money and why would someone make one hardware and keep firmware updating it? Makes zero since in business.

[@Bo_Hazem]

@@ricr.4669 It actually makes sense even if it sounds like cannibalizing your own lineup. FX6 still superior, and has internal VND that is just too good to compare to any other solution. Also the same person with FX6 would rather FX3 as a B-cam.

[@BrysonWooden]

I've used an FX6 a handful of times enough to decide to buy it. It's just phenomenal. Still waiting on mine but I know it's worth the wait.

[@Zmywak]

Catalyst Browse is great but turns 10 bit footage into 8 bit. That single disadventage made me stop using it.

[@robainscough]

Great review! Thank you … you’ve helped me make my decision to go with the FX6.

[@matildamelander7078]

Great video, one of the best comparisons I've seen on youtube. I just subscribed.

[@westdoc]

Excellent comparison. Thanks.

[@daniel-stefan]

Great video. Thank you!

[@ResizeFilms]

Sony’s Cinema Line cameras (FX3, FX6, FX9) are absolutely brilliant cameras for professional work. Cine EI, timecode, user LUTs, active cooling system, XLR audio inputs, the list goes on. And they’re all Netflix approved meaning they meet the highest image capture benchmarks for dynamic range, color accuracy, signal to noise ratio, and reliability in key workflow requirements.

[@chrisfowler92]

Thank you for making such an informative video.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching Christopher! Jake

[@IWander-Photography]

Awesome Comparison! Thanks!

Very nice video, thanks.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching Ricardo. Jake

[@AlexFBuchholzPhoto]

Excellent comparison. FX3 Wishlist: For Wildlife filmmakers definitively the Animal/Bird Eye AF.

[@nicolacornolti7796]

I have an fx3 and have been thinking a lot of pairing it with another fx6, however the image quality varies so little I can’t justify to myself the higher price

[@schoeferfilm]

I have the FX6 and be very happy but for holidays is it a little bit too big 😂 so I bought the mini ZV1 🙈 a strange combo but 💪🏼🎥😀

[@TheStoriesWeTell]

Was here to buy the A7s II secondhand, but this convinced me to go for the Venice 2.

[@cobymarcum1442]

😂 Maybe I should get a city bus pass. 🤔 Nahhh… I’ll just get a Ferrari.

[@boxoffisa]

Don’t pls. Buy cybershot.

[@sambrandner]

Bought the a7siii before they started with updates for the fx3… love the image and know there’s no difference… but them making functionality for the fx3 faster and easier makes me question my purchase…

[@xavpil2]

Great job

[@carlstonsaliba4300]

As someone who uses an FX6/9 Daily, can't wait for the FX3 to arrive, honestly it's a pain to us an FX6 for run and gun situations, setting it up on a gimbal is a headache and a waste of a good part of an hour, the ND System it has is world class though and in more controlled shoots it's a beast honestly better than the FX9 even image wise up to 4k :) The FX9 is an ENG class camera, the FX6 is more in-between Documentary, Short Films, Low Budget Tv series', run and gun video, while the FX3 is mainly a run and gun video with the option to build it up similar to the FX6 or strip it down and be light, easy to swap between tripod,gimbal, or handheld, unless you can keep an FX3 on a Gimbal, an FX6 for handheld and an FX9 on tripod haha

[@MiBru80]

Thank you very much for the comparison of the four camera types. I would go for the FX6. One question: What are the dimensions of the image sensor of the FX6? I know it is a 35-mm-CMOS but what is the horizontal lenght and the vertical hight? Thank you.

[@jameswhitaker4357]

I had a A6000 but am looking to finally get my first real camera mostly for music videos but also some photography. Would I be good with a Sony A7iv and the zoom f2.8 g master lens (I wish it had image stabilization)? My plan is to do stabilization with the A7iv software and in post in DaVinci Resolve.

[@CameraStudio]

I didn’t even care about the outcome of the video as I have an a7s3 (bought it right away when FX3 wasn’t even announced) and it perfectly fits my needs. I don’t have the budget or reason for upgrading currently. However as a camera geek, it was an interesting video anyways.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@marcusthompson666]

3 of them have the same dslr sensor image. Its not great but “okay”. It still has that sony video-ish rolloff the highlights and that magenta rolloff into the lesser exposed skin tones around corners of noses etc. Looks like th same as Sony always has. The blue/red curve is hard to match with other cameras without charts and grading. WB then shoot someone with a red hat and blue jeans and see what happens compared to any other cams.

[@thesamuelnam]

I’m running FX6 and A7S III as b-cam. Only if I waited a little longer for the FX3… So the A7SIII isn’t the same sensor as FX6?

[@cobymarcum1442]

I didn’t know the FX9 could do 4K S35 and the FX6 was limited to HD in S35 until I read the comments in this video. The FX9 opens up significant lens options. I don’t think I’ve seen a bigger and more expensive camera that didn’t offer more functionality. With the exception of doing gimbal and handheld work, I prefer larger cameras. Only RED it seems offers complete features in a smaller package. I’m mostly brand agnostic. I’m interested in the camera that gets the job done efficiently without creating production or post production headaches. Ultimately, with the exception of filmmakers and cinematographers, the audience doesn’t know and doesn’t care what camera was used to shoot a project. When you buy a donut do you wonder what brand of fryer they used? Me neither. Just give me the donut. 👍

[@abruc7246]

One of the best comparison videos i've seen, subtle and great technical detail. The fx6 wins out for me on affordability, specs and size/ form factor in terms of practicality.

[@Jambo1999]

Variable frame rates? I've just learned the idea is good for "cinematic" stunt shots. A7SIII has photo auto time-lapse, how about auto focus bracket. Also a 1/2 transparent image overlay would help with "then and now" kind of scenes. A button to change ISO for walking from light to dark. Better quality XLR adapter (no one wants to talk about in-camera sound)

[@CO8848_2]

Considering the 7k over sampling and focus breathing compensation, I pick the a7iv. No need for slow motion, as I don't remember any corporation asking for a slow motion clip

[@AndrewKuttor]

So I am big on firmware updates and track camera development I saw all these updates Sony was issuing and was like, ok the fx3 had nothing yet. Something big is coming. I actually sold my c70 a month ago for it. And sure enough blame v2.0. I don’t think this is the FX3’s finale form tho tho

[@Chakarra]

fire video

[@dsdddsd4543we]

Ordered an FX6 in the States in December. Still on backorder. So excited to get it once Sony ships them out from the factory.

[@mitchmedmedia5386]

Oh yikes! I ordered one from Adorama in April and I keep checking my inbox for a "shipped" email. I guess I shouldn't hold my breath :(

[@MindBenderEnt1]

@@mitchmedmedia5386 I plan on going to B &H in the morning to buy my Sony Fx9---realistically I'll be happy if I have it by Christmas with this semiconductor chip shortage that's holding up production everywhere.

[@RobertShaverOfAustin]

Does the FX3 have the same low light capabilities of the a7S III? Same question about the other two cameras.

[@perfectdevelopmentstudiosl9492]

I got a fx6 and is looking for a B camera for it but it’s hard to pick between the fx3 or the a7s3

[@yashbhatnagar1478]

Sir you are the best technical youtuber i ever seen in my life Because of your presentation

[@NathanKatash]

so you say that fx3 and fx6 use the same sensor and when i shoot raw i get the same look from both of them?

[@Bo_Hazem]

Impressive review. But CFexpress type B has like more than double read/write speeds of the new, tiny CFexpress type A if you check the market, and probably cheaper overall. But CFexpress type A right now is using PCIe 3.0 which becoming ancient now and maybe going to 5.0 now or at least PCIe 4.0 would make it 2-4x faster so it might be the smarter form factor in the long run. If I have the budget I think an FX6 + Sony a1 would be the dream combo.

[@CVPTV]

FX9 cards are XQD not CFexpress Type B. Yes they use the same connector and form factor, but the FX9 doesn’t support Type B and XQD has limited speed in comparison to Type B, so the point I was trying to make still stands. Thanks for watching Jake

[@Bo_Hazem]

@@CVPTV Thanks a lot, Jake. Never knew about that. Warm regards.

[@fotofilm9660]

Vielen Dank für Ihr Video. Es ist wichtig zu verstehen, dass die Sony A7SIII die Funktion "Real-time Tracking" Autofokus bietet, mit der Sie ein ausgewähltes Objekt während der Aufnahme kontinuierlich verfolgen können. Diese Funktion ist auch bei 4K-Videos mit bis zu 120 Bildern pro Sekunde (fps) verfügbar?

[@sid2511]

for vlogging in KZbin which camera would you recommend, Between Sony A7 IV or Sony FX30. Or do you have any personal favourite camera for Vlogging in KZbin

[@infj2177]

Beautiful thumbnail!

[@shem44]

Wonder why fx6 doesn't have the clean display option where all info are on the top and bottom?

[@gordonsmith33]

SONY! Please update the FORMAT MEDIA process for FX6/FX9!!! We want it like the FS7 with automatic roll number when formatted.

[@its_bintoro]

Are you going to review the Sony FX3 with V2.0 Firmware and its new Cine EI mode?

[@ruff1draft]

Personally I would pick the Sony A7SIII And I would use the Sony A74 alongside as a Super 35mm cinematic camera I do wish Sony would release an ND Adapter like Canon has done for its R mount

[@lb-bi8vg]

Awesome Video mate, but I would strongly disagree that you can charge more with an FX-6.

[@---us7qf]

I already have 2 Zeiss Batis lenses: 85mm & 25mm. As well as the Tilta FX Lightweight Kit for the FX 3. This is all I need for my online setup and to take the occasional pictures. I am getting the FX3, but will like more megapixel in an FX3 mark ii upgrade. Thanks for the video.

[@StephenFord]

Jake! I'm loving these comparison tests. I know y'all have a full plate but it would be so stellar to get a comparison of some FujiFilm offerings. The X-H2s has incredible specs and it'd be so great to see it compared to similarly priced cameras like the A7SIII. Thank y'all for doing what you do!

[@CVPTV]

Hey Stephen, thanks for watching and for the kind words! X-H2S vs GH6 vs P6K Pro vs A7IV is in the works so make sure to keep an eye out for it ;) Have a great weekend, Jake

[@gabrielmachadobsb]

@@CVPTV yessss, that video will be exactly what I need!

[@Fedorevsky]

@@CVPTV Nice! Looking forward to it!

[@minarimon3106]

Which is better at low light situations fx3 or fx6 ??

[@johnclay7644]

informative content.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching John. Jake

[@burgunbeerd]

Would it be possible for them to update the fx6 to shoot opengate? Are there any technical limitations or they just don't want us to have it?

[@thesamuelnam]

I think the only way is to shoot using pro res raw. Then you’ll get the full sensor. Update to firmware 2.

[@DanFrederiksen]

What resolution is cinema running these days? just sticking to 4k because of streaming services? I suppose 4096 4k, not monitor 3840

[@RileyEndicott]

Does the fx6 film in 10 bit in its XAVC-L codec? Or is that limited to 8 bit?

[@MichaelKefeder]

XAVC-L in FF 4K is 4:2:0 8bit only. In 1080p however it's 4:2:2 10bit with XAVC-L also.

[@Prabhath_the_Dawn]

I know there's no comparison, but a lot of features that seem to be available on the higher end FX series seems to be already enabled in Lumix S series cameras... How do they compare with these? 🙂 I do understand that every camera/lens has its own purpose, but I was just curious to know how they both compare...

[@SavannahBuilder]

I had a similar view. I shoot Lumix S1H.. but am surprised that the Lumix can shoot 4k at super 35mm .. and I think I like the Lumix. I wanted to upgrade that's why am here but I don't see a reason for upgrading..

[@ParsclickTV]

my dream cameras

[@alpenfoxvideo7255]

I have the A7SIII, fantastic sensor, but a bit clunky to use, just bought an FX3 v2 and damn! that thing is so much easier to use! Switching base ISO with just 1 button frees up the back wheel to be a dedicated white balance scroller

[@kefaspeter234]

I'm a canon R owner and Im looking forward to owning an fx6 in my career

[@tor2919]

Nice comparison. I'd like to see a Nikon Z9 review

[@hakeemgravesande]

How do you make your stickers on your devices?

[@Supercon57]

Wonder why they haven't added shutter angle to the FX3 Seems like such an easy addition

[@Coltonyo912tothe406]

So where does the A1 slot into this range?

[@TheLostKuma]

I think I need to be sent all four to try out to determine. :)

[@mattcarlson12]

Can't find the FX6 anywhere in stock.

[@estebanod]

3:14 with the mic which isn’t included in the fx3

[@alassafcam]

Your awesome

[@YasinHasan]

only reason i got a7siii over fx3 is the fan, i dont want dust inside my camera.

[@MichaelKefeder]

the fan is outside of the camera electronics, cooling a heatpipe, like for any other serious hardware that needs cooling and is used outdoors.

[@rickyang9930]

What if the FX3 has the internal ND? or any third party could make a EF-E or PL-E ND adapter like Canon

[@CVPTV]

It would be awesome if it did. It really is bizarre that there isn't as many ND Mount adapter options as there are for RF :/ Jake

[@nathanksimpson]

An interesting comparison, but it makes me wonder about a used FS7ii.

[@realghostactual]

the difference between the FX6 and an FX3/FX30 while the FX6 "looking" more professional at a shoot can be subjective. Ive rigged out my FX30 so much, it looks bigger than an FX6 and clients have seen me pull it out of my pelican box and go "wowwwww look at that camera!!!!".....when its the FX30 lol its just how I have it rigged out that makes it "look" like that. And yes. My lenses have a matte box "slighty" for aesthetic reasons for clients but there have been times where I actually did need my matte box to block light flares I didnt want, and use gradient ND filters for certain shots

[@genevievebhatia-up3nk]

Can you please tell me which camera u shot this video with 😅 especially at 9:42

[@CVPTV]

9:42 bts was shot on RED KOMODO. Jake

[@B2BOY]

Bro what’s best FX3? FX6?

[@gokayerenn]

Great video thank you🙏🏼could you compare fx6’s raw recordings vs slog3 internal recording?

[@darbaz1192]

12:30 Can you give me the LINK of this color check and stand . i didn't find it in Amazon.😐

[@CVPTV]

Charts can be found here - cvp.com/catalogue/manufacturer/calibrite Stand is this: cvp.com/product/manfrotto_143 + cvp.com/product/manfrotto_420b Jake

[@TheThaiLife]

No love for the more detailed image of the a7iv?

[@ruff1draft]

Is Brentford based in London or Outside of London

[@ggn1]

I going to get the FX9 for my Instageam food photography account!

[@thebasicmaterialsproject1892]

cool chanel bro

[@drewmckercherart2050]

Would be really great if I could actually find an FX6 to buy!

[@SirZizu]

This is an amaxing sony cinema cameras review

[@therrera117]

Been waiting for the fx6 to come back into stock for 5 months now its still on back order so there is that lol

[@PixtoreMx]

do you feel that beside the sensor FX3 and FX30 has a significant difference between these 2 cameras?

[@pghhomegirls]

dual iso on fx30 is 800 | 2500 whereas on the fx3 800 | 12800 therefore, the fx3 is fantastic if you do low light shoots.

[@GlassfilmWeddings]

Man I love my fx3 but I kinda want a fx6 too

[@mauriziocariccia375]

Caro Amico pupi anche dalle t’andò,spiegando le cose perché dai tante nozioni siamo costretti a fermare tornare indietro ecc, sei bravissimo ma noi guardiamo ,ragioniamo, valutiamo vai più piano.ciao grande

[@DavidMossMGS]

What about the A1?

[@GreatCassian]

Sony will release this year an additional Cine Camera. Most likely the FX9 II. So be aware of it.

[@shotbyarian]

in my country a7siii vs. fx3 is a 1k euro difference, so i will probably go with the a7s iii

[@jgharding2]

Used to own a Red and now I have an A6700 lol. I prefer it in almost all ways.

[@Soundwave857]

I really really hope Sony updates the sIII soon to feature some of the FX3 stuff or atleast the new software features from the a7IV. The sIII was THE video revolution from sony and seeing it getting abandoned is sad

[@GreatCassian]

They abondon the entire S line. It is not official but you will see. The fx3 II will be the only video focused camera in the future.

[@olinshea]

@@GreatCassian not true lmao. its just the CINEMA line ..

[@sungrakchoi]

FX3 for compactness & active stabilization, FX6 for DCI & ND filter. I heard FX9 produces better image quality but little too much for me.

[@GreatCassian]

No not better. The image is just sharper due to downscaling from 6k.

[@joshlarson1712]

The FX9 also allows 4K in S35 mode which the other 2 don’t. So if you’re using any professional zoom lens that isn’t FF, the fx6 and fx3 will only do 1080

[@rezjrprod]

Fx3..i shoot with my Sony a7iv right now.. The chances of getting on Netflix is pretty much zero anyway unless you have a lawyer or representative to get you in front of the executives... And If you are going to do a Netflix show they pretty much have their own production and cameras anyways.. at the beginning it was a little easier for Netflix but it's basically become another studio and a pipe dream for most.. I worked on a Netflix show and I talked to the producer.. he said pretty much there's almost zero chance unless you have to representative or lawyer.. Or it better be damn good with big names attached.. essentially going back to the old Hollywood way.. Amazon prime will take anything pretty much though.

[@toys2work]

Good tips. I havvent seen anyone in dozens of channels mention anything other than Netflix. Amazon prime is good to know for many. I guess there are Roku,Tubi,Apple films being made etc etc

[@alexwedits]

Amazing video!

[@MaxWildlifePhotographer]

Focus breathing compensation and animal eye af in video mode

I sold my fx6 ... it simply has too many annoying things but it is a good camera... i mean 8 bit 4k long gop???

[@quanluong2322]

Almost 3 years since the FX6 is released, anyone expecting an FX6 mark ii?