GoPro Hero 5 Black VS Sony FDR X3000R - Complete Comparison [4K]

[@MitchMcCann]

You can fix the internet / wifi issue. On your iPhone, go into the wifi settings after you connect to the X3000. Note the IP address and subnet and then change from dhcp to static. Input the IP address and bang! Any requests for internet will bypass the wifi and go out on cellular (not sure if you need to have wifi assist on or not). I hope that all works as I'm doing from memory... but I can confirm that there is a way to make this work as I'm doing it currently.

[@diegoe.4639]

Mitch McCann saving for later. thanks

[@AlexLopez5]

+iphonedo pin this comment! great tip for Sony cam

[@misterbee0123]

Idiots use iphones

[@K22MDL]

I bought my Mavic because of your review, my Osmo Mobile because of you, my Dobby Selfie because of you and unfortunately, bought my GoPro Hero 5 BEFORE I saw your review of the Sony FDR what ever the hell the number is. You should have millions of subscribers but I guarantee you'll get there.....

[@K22MDL]

Probably but I bought all the accessories too! The Sony menu system is a pain in the arse however. I have the RX100Mk4 & the RZ10mk3 both using the same 3000 layers of menu. It can't belong before Sony scrap the whole system and go for touch screen across their range. Couldn't come along sooner imho. The difference between the image and audio quality between teh two is night and day and I'm pleased to see the Sony buries the GoPro.

[@nanakeyks]

Haha I bought an Osmo Mobile because of him too. But I have the GoPro Hero 5 as well. At least I can use the Osmo Mobile with the Hero 5 with an adaptor.

[@ZLL668]

Martin Lynch you are richhhhh

[@K22MDL]

Funny, the harder I work the richer I get!

[@MariusVerbavicius]

HEY. If you want stabilize GoPro. Make mount for it to mount it in Osmo mobile ;) Unfortunately you can't put Osmo mobile on your helmet LOL

[@strawberrysteve26a]

Very impressed with the Sony picture quality and stabilisation!!

[@audiophily292]

abi altyazıyı yapmaya uğraştım ama bilgisayarım bozuldu gibi o yüzden çok fazla yazamadım

[@TommyHuynh]

Steven Fauchon yes I agree, even when the GoPro had the gimbal it seemed the Sony was more stable. I post mountain bike videos and my GoPro hero 3+ gets very shaky when I hit rocky terrain. I was planning to buy the GoPro 5 but now I'm gonna get the Sony. Thanks for the video, it was extremely helpful.

[@IndoAussie]

me too

[@CarloRaciti]

Before buying this Sony action cam for its supposedly incredible image stabilization, please see video footage I've shot and read about the problems I''m having kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2e4Y2CQnqh0iM0

[@iPhoneServisRepair]

FDR X3000R rocks ;)

[@tairua1]

After viewing your Sony test I sold my GoPro 5 black and now have a new Sony and certainly very impressed, love the stabilisation and image quality so a big thanks to you iPhonedo

[@IndigoTraveller]

Thank you for this very informative and extensive review.

[@Sportsprimal]

what is the lens size for the Sony X3000? 8mm, 10mm, 12mm?

[@An.Individual]

I was hoping for Nick Woodman to make an appearance

[@K22MDL]

I don't think he dare. Karma is so much more than a drone!

[@MrMerkaHolik]

I like sonys stabilization better than karma grip. The sonys gives it more of a real feeling when watching the video

[@jcadventurehd]

whats the new one FDR-X3000 vs Sony FDR-X3000r

[@michaelquilty7521]

You do the best reviews and comparisons! You deserve more subscribers!

[@alexkram]

The most comprehensive review I've ever seen for any product. You even showed us the view through polarized glasses!

[@FuzzyBlueJay]

I purchased a hero 5 and returned it to get the Sony cam recently and I am loving this decision. I did not want to drop ~$700 (gopro + karma) for great image quality.

[@alisaniay99]

İphonedo beyciğim fifty shaders of space gray şarkısı itunes e eklenecek mi ? Ya da diğer müzikler mesela garage band de çaldığınız bodrum bodrum gibi bir sürü müzik. Bu arada videolarınız ve müzikleriniz çok güzel.

[@JibaroTech]

Where I can get the live view alone. I went to Best buy last night and they didn't have it, but got the fdrx3000 for $258 open box

[@rjkral]

Extremely good and thorough review! Much appreciated!

[@KBDProductionsTV]

Thanks for the awesome comparison, I really appreciate the work you do for us :D

[@compassionnotpity-cnpsdcnp9935]

Thank you soooo much!!! I've searched for The Room video from Nostalgia Critic. It was hilarious and i wanted to laugh again but i had forgotten the name of movie and could'nt find it anywhere! Thanks! Btw great review-comparison as always. Hoşçakal ve kendinize çok iyi bakın. Seviliyorsunuz.

[@riep69]

the sony's image stabilisation is just... incredible O_o

[@jaystarr6571]

Well if you think about it, Sony has been making video cameras for like 50 years and GoPro for has for...10, 12? Not to say that GoPro can't make a great cam, just that Sony is expected to.

[@Photomeike]

true

[@cecesheart32]

Jay Starr Sony just needs to tweak a few minor things and it will dominate the market, if it markets it better!!!!

[@Ind0KiiD]

I've bought the Sony FDR X3000R myself and I can tell you that it's great! I had a GoPro Hero 3+ Black and the shakiness was terrible when I wanted to make an after movie of my holiday last year. The big reason why I bought the Sony was because of the BOSS (Balanced Optical SteadyShot) feature and it's amazing! If steady footage is a big thing for you like it is for me, Sony is a no-brainer.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Really comprehensive review. Very well done! We have both cameras and it is interesting how we shoot 2.7 K with the Go pro but use audio from the Sony etc. I have to say you forgot (at least I think you did) to mention the battery life of the Sony. It seems to have almost three times the battery power of the GoPro. I will find that I will be doing a shoot with my B cams and the GoPro will have died. Also we have only been able to get the GoPro to shoot 4 K in the traditional wide angle and Sony can be more traditional linear. However, the Sony is new. I got mine just about the same time you did. I haven't spent as much time filming and getting to know it like you have done. Very nice job and great review, as always. Heidi.

[@AlbertoCastillo]

I own a Gopro hero 5. At around 13:57 I noticed the colors or the contrast/brightness of the GoPro footage suddenly changes. I sometimes get this, why does it happen?

[@hakansuren329]

you are the one deserving much more than what you have as comparison globally , no matter how you are doing or what langauge you speak . we love you ayfondo

[@chosenideahandle]

Excellent work again. Because of the stabilization and mic input, I've been using the Sony for way more than just typical action cam footage. My GoPro sits collecting dust as a backup camera.

[@woodywoodlstein9519]

Lol. Sad eh ?

[@gpschilling]

Just got my Sony FDR-X3000, will use it this weekend alongside my GoPro Hero 3 and 4 to see what it can do. I shoot live music, and first thing I have found is don't let the Sony run for too long in its waterproof case. It shuts down from overheating after about 30 minutes. But the 1/4-20 on the bottom, image quality, sound quality, and high bitrate 4K are all thumbs up in my book.

[@rag3geCKo]

Doubtful GoPro has IS turned on for the initial side-by-side test. H5 was mounted off to the side of the hand grip too - yet you made no allowances for that like you did for the Sony. Why have Tilt follow enabled on the karma gimbal during the running IS test? Thanks for the video though - enjoyed it.

[@NEROAviation]

Thanks! I love the FDR-X3000! I was all set to buy a GoPro or the FLY360 until I saw your review. It was hard to find, and accessories are non-existent, like the screen protector (a must have!).The PlayMemories app for sony is awesome and turns the camera on and off with Bluetooth! The only issue is it's not the app you might expect... you want Play Memories mobile app not the Sony Action Cam app...both app's work well but you need to figure out which is does what ActionCam is for editing not recording. I personally wouldn't waste the money on the remote unless you don't have an app or are running multiple cameras at once and even that can be done with the app.

[@radon360]

Did I miss it, or was there any comparison of battery life made in this review?

[@HeidiandFranny]

radon360 there was not. Sony outlasts GoPro almost three to one (as a mere observation and not a controlled test). My GoPro dies much sooner then the Sony when I am using them at the same time. My Sony always seems to have a lot of power left after most shoots. Heidi.

[@tarkk.6634]

radon360 yeah he didn't talk about battery life in this video but he said Sony's battery life is pretty good at his FDR X3000R review.

[@SlikRiQ]

I have an older Sony Actioncam, and the one thing I wish is to adopt the GoPro mount connector vs the thumbscrew tripod approach. I’ve lost a Sony when doing hardcore downhill biking, as the vibration caused the screw to come loose. Whereas the GoPro approach - there’s a high confidence itll stay mounted.🗜

[@eddventures]

Hands down the Sony, it’s what I use for my blog and even a few years on it’s still easily the best!

[@billlockhart2272]

love your in-depth reviews. I just bought the FDR-X3000 because of you and couldn't be happier.

[@TheCureThatKillz]

Audio on the hero 5 is HORRIBLE!!! Mine sounds like there is white noise in the background constantly

[@uncleelias]

You just saved me money and frustration.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Uncle Elias actually, I would love to find a frustration free camera. I have both as well. Neither one is perfect but they do help! I commented above. Iphonedo hits the review on the head. They each have a niche. I could list the pros and cons for both. Let me know if you find a frustration free camera. I have yet to find one. Heidi.

[@Artdiaqua]

I need to make a livestream and check it directly in my computer, because I need to track and record all the things happening during the route. Which one will be better for that purpose?

[@stevelegge3307]

I bought the x3000r from the Sony store that was closing down half price (£250) for my holiday, the guy in the store said that so that make the sensors for go pro also. I've mostly used the camera underwater and the image quality is good.....however in hot weather the camera fogs up in the housing so you have to keep it cool and covered before you get in the water, and being WiFi the action viewer (watch) doesn't work in the water either. I still rate it highest than my son's go pro. 8/10

[@trekadvisor2865]

I've had the GP 5 Black for one day and I have to say the quality is really great and this review appears to have small glitch. I guess you can say this is a review of the review. @ 13:20, you test the stabilization side by side BUT the GP does not seem to have the stabilization function ON. On the GP's, image stabilization is processed at specific user-set frame rates. It appears you are recording side by side and are perhaps unaware of this GP feature. GP image stabilization is actually quite good. Check it out....

[@ReviewUnboxingPT]

When a small brand like gopro plays with the big boys in image technology this is what happens.... Well done Sony

[@michileber]

Love how you ranted about the touchscreen in the KARMA (?) Video and now apparently dig the exposure setting by tapping lol .. and the english voice control always works for me even though I am from Germany.

[@fokanoff]

Already bought Sony X3000, just awesome peace of equipment. Shooting mostly 4K, impressed.

[@Joy-it7us]

Do a comparison of the Sony fdr x3000 and the GoPro Hero 6!!! Please.

[@az-me3xt]

Great review and comparison. Would have liked to see your thoughts on both phone apps. Keep up the good work.

[@ryba7846]

How can I get rid of the noise? I have the Sony and in the night I get even more noise than the gopro and some during the day also, it looks very ugly 12:00

[@ArminHirmer]

no chance for the go pro... nice review!

[@theBullringLive]

Does the Sony have a clean hdmi signal? Looking to use one for live streaming to OBS

[@FREAKIN_BRYAN]

For underwater, should I get the FDR-x3000, or should I buy the underwater housing for the RX100v?

[@nassufmmadi4648]

Can you please do the comparison between GoPro 6 and FDR X3000R ?

[@DKRecords]

Still Cant Get The Hero 5 To Live Stream Off My Galaxy S7 Edge. How do you livestream with the Hero 5 & Mobile Phone?

[@keifuchan7265]

Can you use the old live view screen from the older models with the fdr x3000?

[@daniellim1102]

Great to see you're back!

[@MarketingDigitalAG]

I have a doubt regarding depth of field. What would be the depth of field equivalence to a canon camera and lens. The other question is about the 16 bit difference you mentioned. Could you expand?

[@MrHero1976]

now that you've reviewed both, how would you compare the sony to the osmo +?

[@cobusels2743]

How do you put a mouth mount on the cam....otherwize you can not do pov surfing

[@SK8BOARDLEE]

Please tell me the name of the mount you have for the sony that also holds the microphone!!! i need one of those !

[@picsbyjlm8557]

I have both. In the past, I used Sony for the majority of my videos. I use GoPro for diving only because I can find/use a variety of underwater filters for the gp. However, I just located an underwater red filter for my Sony so I’ll see how it works next month.

[@chupivore]

I bought the hero 5. While I do like the voice command, I think it's nothing compared the sony cam image/sound/stabilisation quality. I wonder how stable sony cam would be if coupled with a gimbal (I assume the sony built in stabilization must have some limit).

[@phanisai9241]

which cam did you use while recording in the park??

[@Adonis_Does_it_All]

Great job with the editing, shooting, comparison, commentary, etc. Great video!

[@KyolinzZ]

Debating between these 2 right now. I plan to buy a gimbal so does the stabilization even matter at that point?

[@Gio-nl7eg]

Is the sony stabalization seriously better then the karma grip? i might not even invest in a gimbal for my 5 black if its as good as you make it look

[@petzlju]

what about against the new gopro 6 can you do a new video ...thank-you

[@BikeGuyFPV]

What model of Sony camera is shown at the end of the video when connected to the x3000?

[@plefevre]

That image stabilisation is the kicker. I could almost live with the lower quality video on the GoPro but watching him run with both shows the huge gap between them. It's such a shame that Sony's ergonomics and software is such utter crap coz their image capture and processing is very good.

[@CherlyQuejano]

How to buy that sknny camera colorwhite,how much sir

[@viorelgavrila2858]

Hello, I have a call at you. Why should I choose the model? Sony x1000, Go pro Hero 5 black or Go pro session 5? .. The camera is strictly for the car and holidays

[@sdushdiu]

If one is going to buy a camera, What is the final verdict regarding the x3000 and the gopro7 black? Should one buy the gopro7, buy the current x3000 or wait for whenever Sony will get around to releasing an update to the x3000???

[@Rampampulin]

hahaha i watched literally 10 seconds and i knew i'll gonna like this guy. Nice review, keep it going!

[@Damien360]

The GoPro 5 has a linear mode (without fisheye distortion). Is there something similar on the Sony?

[@NicMediaDesign]

No, yet the Sony has a wieder FOV while still having only a minimum of lens distortion (less than the GoPro when filming in wide), since the lens itself is bigger than the one of the Hero 5. You also always can use a filter in your editing software to get rid of the remaining fisheye with the Sony.

[@Damien360]

Ok. On this one, he hasn't been fully honest in the review. The linear mode of the GoPro is a great function. He "forgot" to talk about it ;-)

[@charlieleighton2870]

Do you think that Sony will come out with an upgraded version of the Sony FDR-X3000R or just have software updates/upgrades?

[@DavidMaddern]

iPhonedo another excellent video . One thing im not sure you touched on is unless im mistaken the Sony appears to have far less fisheye effect ( than the gopro ) . Is that accurate ? thanks

[@davefrancis4529]

Amazing review as always. Any recommendations regards Hawaiian vacation must do's ?

[@sirdjorgostarcopper8735]

Will Sony release a new iteration of the x3k?

[@neosmith166]

IPhonedo, I am your new subscriber and I just wanted to say what an amazing work you're doing. I have seldom come across such a practical and detailed review on KZbin which leaves very little to imagination. Keep it up and I look forward to more videos from your end. You rock sir!

[@Todd.P]

I was just about to buy a GoPro HERO5 but after seeing the image stabilization comparison, I'm convinced the Sony FDR X3000R is superior! Question: is there any way to make the Sony wearable? How about a selfie stick that turns into a tripod? (I have such a device, but it only works on smartphones.) Is there any way to mount the view finder directly to the Sony, so you don't have to juggle 2 devices? Thanks!

[@NicMediaDesign]

The Sony Sony VCTSTG1.SYS should be the right thing for you.

[@ExploreWithPoe]

wooww! can you make a review about the sony app? when connected. id love to see the options and are you able to liveview the sony on the phone?

[@mm0nte]

I have both, it's strange but i prefer the GoPro. It's very very much more comfortable to use, I can shoot great RAW photos with it, I get a better preview of what I am doing (also using the Apple Watch app) and voice controls are great. GoPro also seems much more resistant than the Sony to me, and Superview is fantastic

[@cecesheart32]

Matteo Montemarani those are the tweaks Sony needs to make and the price point to dominate the action cam market.

[@zeebra8902]

Could you plz make a video about a vlogging rig for the fdr x3000 ! I have been searching for brackets and stuff to get the microphone above the camera and still be able to hook the microphone to a tripod

[@eatmelily]

Looks like if you want Picture Quality, the Sony is Master over the GoPro, if you want ease of use, the GoPro is maser over the Sony.. I don't have either, but would probably choose the Sony since Quality of image, is the reason I'd be using a camera...

[@DrGermanBalestra]

what do you do for a living? just curious---

[@mdkhxc]

Thanks for the great comparison. The Sony FDR-X1000V had some heat issues. Did you recognize something similar with the X3000R?

[@XENKO]

I recently just purchased one and when I placed the battery in to charge, there's this red light that keeps flashing. I can't turn the camera on even after "charging" the battery a whole day. Returning it but would you by chance know anything about the red flashing light?

[@NicMediaDesign]

Post on the Sony support forums, maybe they can identify your error.

[@jaysun070476]

XENKO memory card in backwards its fits both ways i just had the same problem

[@XENKO]

Thanks for the info. I purchased a new one and it works perfectly. The only I time i get the red flashing light now is when i have the usb plugged in and press the record button. I'm guessing it won't allow me to record?

[@jaysun070476]

XENKO i just got one only issue i have is the watch screen . only settings are constantly on when paired or constantly on then turns off when you hit the play buttom . there is no sleep mode for the thing when not in use makes no sense lol

[@travelingtriathlete446]

I wasn't sure if buying the Sony was going to be worth it for handheld shots considering my phone shoots 4k, but you've convinced me

[@JoelRiveraMD]

Does anyone knows if sony has a new version of this fdr 3000 camera? November 2017

[@WongSuiHong]

Hi iPhonedo! Where can i get the kit for mounting 2 camera side by side? Thanks 😃

[@karizma934]

Merhabalar artık türk kanalından video da yok burdan takip ediyorum lakin altyazı ekliyordunuz bu video da yok beklediğim bir inceleme videosu buydu ikisi arasında karar vermek için aksiyon kamera için lütfen altyazı eklersiniz inşallah.

[@The_Essential_Light]

I just went to Best Buy and they had a FDR-X3000 that someone returned and it doesn't look like it was even used. $279.00 Thanks for the great comparison video! I am upgrading from a GoPro Hero 4 Silver.

[@GavinSeim]

"Which you can wear like a watch, which look like an ankle monitor." Yea I've "reviewed" one of those before too.

[@traveloczek7720]

Is the remote compatible with Sony cameras like a6000?

[@Veymock-who]

please, please, please!!!! is it possible to keep the same volume level in all video duration?? Except audio volume, great video!!

[@aliyesilcimen]

Sesli komutlarda ufak bir püf noktası belirtmek isterim. "Take photo" dediğinizde kamera direkt olarak çekiyor. Komut verirken "take a photo" dediğinizde anlamıyor. "take photo" da gayet stabil çalışıyor. Sanırım biz fazla kibarız :)

[@ibrahimerdemir]

Berlin maratonu için Sony almayı düşünüyorum, bileklikten remote özelliğini çok beğendim. İnceleme için teşekkürler.

[@furiousfragment7082]

under rated channel, better than most tech channels, better than MKBHD

[@KennyRonkainen]

Can you test if the RM-LVR3 live view remote works with A6300 or A6500? This could be a gamechanger!

[@NicMediaDesign]

There should be a compatibility chart somewhere on the Sony website. It should work with all cameras you can also connect to a smartphone via WiFi.

[@KennyRonkainen]

Yup, already checked. The chart only mentions the Action Cameras. And furthermore, I'm especially interested in the usability: how easy and reliable it is to connect, what is the amount of lag, is the screen enough to determine focus.

[@GeckoCkCkCk]

Sony with Zeiss Tessar (lens with so much less spherical distortion) and the stabilization blows GoPro away. My friends on facebook commented how much my kitesurfing GoPro videos shake and curve and undulate the horizon that I replaced my Hero3+black with Sony FDR-X3000.

[@NormUno]

I had the older model of the Sony and looking to purchase the Fx model now, will the older Sony watch which takes shape of a rectangle work with this newer model? or do I need the that newer watch? Also could you use the Sony app instead of the watch? thank you for a great comparison.

[@NicMediaDesign]

The watch still works, yet the new one has more features.

[@therealLOGS]

Considering to buy the Sony FDR X3000, but I've seen some youtubers and forums having a difficult time uploading the 4k footage from the Sony. Why is that so? and is there a solution to this problem?

[@Skaiters]

what is the camera you are recording yourself with? (on the grass and inside the car)

[@C93739]

can you do a in-depth review on sony a5000? that would be awesome

[@snatchfire]

Abi neyi özledim biliyor musun? Logic pro x in yeni sürümü geldi vb haber ederdin eskiden şuan kafayı uçanboklarla bozmuş durumdasın :(

[@darrenboone4239]

WHY DIDN'T YOU SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THE BATTERY LIFE OR EXTERNAL BATTERY HOOKUP?