Sony FX3 Beginners Guide - Set-up, Menus, and How-To Use The Camera

[@theyreallnamedgeorge6997]

What an amazing video. After watching many of these yours was by far the best and most easily understood. Having the chapter markers is awesome and your pacing is perfect and easy to follow along.

[@Jason_Hermann]

I'm really glad it was helpful to you and thanks for the very nice comments :)

[@gumbo3063]

Great...Easy-Peasy. Thank you. And by the way I will subscribe because your videos are so well done and informative. In an era of Tik-Tok not always east to watch hours long videos but you make it a pleasure.

[@Hofology]

@@Jason_Hermann you should consider making an updated one specifically for FX30. I know there’s a lot of similarities but suppose there’s many new users getting it over the holidays that don’t

[@Jason_Hermann]

@@Hofology I have an FX30 on order, but it's back ordered....

[@AbhishekUpadhyayvideos]

Seriously you have explained much better then my film school teacher

[@Jason_Hermann]

hahaha.... Thanks for sharing :)

[@TheteaonGLP]

You have saved my butt with this video. I was able to set up a fx3 and fx30 with ZERO previous experience. Thank you for helping out us idiots that bought a camera we were not suppose to own.

[@NotKaito]

Lmaooo

[@jhennie_jae]

I’ve never watched a more detailed tutorial! AMAZING!👏🏾

[@TheArtofGuitar]

Awesome. You helped me out a ton.

[@Dei_Gratia_Rex]

11K views and only 80 likes so far? This is the best FX3 tutorial I have seen, yet! I ordered mine on April 28, received it almost 20 days later, am a beginner videographer/photographer, and have been watching videos every day on this camera since early April. There are some good videos out there, but this one is so direct, thorough, and practical. I felt like I bought way too much camera for my skill level, at first, but now I’m stoked to dive in deeper and build up with the FX3. Thanks!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, thanks! It's really hard to get this camera these days, and "most" people that get it already know the basics. So that is why I think the video is not doing as well as my other guides... However, in the years to come I hope this video helps many a people like yourself :) All the best, Jay

[@Dei_Gratia_Rex]

@@Jason_Hermann It undoubtably will. I have saved it and will watch it several times as needed. Thanks again.

[@StevenSmith-nq5xe]

This video is invaluable for me. I can’t count the times I’ve gone back to it. Thank you to infinity for being so thorough, so clear, and so helpful!

[@adelgadomd]

This is the best tutorial on how to use this camera. Better than reading the manual. Real time-saver. Thank you so much. ❤

[@grahamfjlaws6108]

I've just got the FX30. This guide is encyclopedic, and has helped me to get started. Thanks for the huge amount of effort and research that you must have put into this. I've bookmarked it, and will no doubt return to it time and again in the future. Appreciated, thanks again.

[@jameslisteroutdoors]

I don't have an FX3 (although I would love to), but OMG... I learned so much about my sony camera from this video!

[@Mr.StealYoCat]

OMG thank you so much!!! Mine gets here next week and I was so scared I wouldn't understand how to use it. You saved my life!!! 💕💕💕

[@yelam9]

Thank you so much!! just switched from canon to sony, I had no idea how to approach this animal. you made it so clear and accessible with the best vibes out there .

[@StevenSmith-nq5xe]

This tutorial is superb. Thank you for not only providing so much invaluable information, but for quickly removing my reluctance to start using this unfamiliar, tiny beast!

[@anrn5303]

OMG... $3899!!!! i'll stick with my 6400... thanks to you it was you that made my buy my first APSC onwards... my first one was NEX...

[@xacck7203]

Man, can't thank you enough for people that put out these kinds of videos! They help a lot when you're going into a shoot/helping out a friend and have never used a particular camera beforehand. I appreciate these in-depth literally step-by-step videos that just give me a lay of the land. Keep it up! Excellent execution, clear and concise explanations.

[@DearSweetMelody]

This feels like an official Sony training video. Very well done. 🙌🏾👍🏾

[@tpf1952]

Thank you very much for all this work. I’ve been using an A7SIII for all my work the last three years. Switched to an FX3 today. Quickly discovered I needed a primer on the FX3. After watching your guide I feel a whole lot better. And I can see how this is a much better camera for video work!

[@chazbarclay]

I'm a beginner and mine is being delivered in 2 days. I couldn't pass up the low light capabilities as I know most of my work will be done in low light. Thanks for doing this video, it helped me seal my decision too.

[@Wincewicz]

Absolutely fantastic video. This is my first video camera (I know I'm jumping into the deep end) and feel like this was directed to me. Only highlight is for newbies like myself you have to slide the memory card slot door forward before swinging open. Took me a while to figure that out, even though Jason mentioned that in the video.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you enjoyed it and I will mention that memory card door in more detail next time ;)

[@Datboieurope]

Just got mine yesterday i absolutely love this camera and because of this video i was able to quickly learn the ins and outs of the camera and begin shooting the first day thank you so much man you got yourself a new subscriber great video

[@stevedillard9169]

Absolutely fantastic video! I'm running 2nd camera for an Indie film here in Hawaii (lucky me) and will be using the FX3 for the first time. Your video is spot on and is helping me become familiar with the camera - now I can use it on set with the confidence I need to move quickly from scene set up to scene capture, A big mahalo (thanks). Very, very well done Sir!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear Steve and enjoy creating the film!!

[@TheteaonGLP]

I know I already posted. But I just finished this video AGAIN!!! thank you I might have to take you up on the 1:1 consults. Can you DM me info on that. This is by far the best video I have found on KZbin. everything else was so complex, but for a new like myself. this saved my a$$. Not all heroes wear capes man. Thank you

[@Tonellacam]

Thank you I was pretty much looking for a video for the fx 3/30 for dummies , and after scrolling for awhile , happy I found this !!! It’s my go to manual ! Thanks

[@DrDuu]

Best video on YT👍🏻👍🏻. I struggled a little bit with this camera, I‘m using still the A6300 and I‘m waiting on a much better camera which will delete all the negative things of A6xxx series. I made 60% photos and 40% videos. But FX30 covers all, really good. Now I have to look to a photo quality review but as photographer knows the camera plays a second role. First one are the lenses. Many thanks DrDuu

[@Ib-V37]

Come on people ... give this hard work video more Likes...

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks Fred ;)

[@AndrewEugene]

Fantastic tutorial. Small correction. The battery indicators on the charger turns off when the battery is fully charged. 3 bars means its above 90%. Found in user manual.

[@walterarenas9297]

Hey dude, coming from the Panasonic GH system, and I'm brand new to Sony's ecosystem. Got my FX3 and I am so glad you made this video. Just wanted to say thank you for helping me.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hi Walter and thank you very much for your kind comments :) I made this video for people just like you! All the best, Jay

[@sam78882]

Hello Jason I still watch and I joy your videos regards SAM IBRAHIM The only camera I left the FX3 but I’ve been sick did not used it for a long time now I am home out of the Hospital once I recover will try using it slowly .Keep your lovely work

[@ParsclickTV]

such a beautiful camera, not only capable but i'd get this because of it's size and compact.

[@michelestapleton]

Thank you so much. I know I could sit down and read the manual, but I learn sooooo much better when I see something demonstrated. I've been watching this off and on all day, stopping to pick up my camera and mimic on my camera what you just explained. I was overwhelmed when I first took delivery of this camera because I've been Nikon forever and Sony is just so different, but after spending the day with this video I'm feeling much less scared. ;) Oh, and the depth of field demonstration at 32 minutes? That nugget right there was worth the price of admission! ;) Coming from DSLRs where you had to press the depth of field preview and make an educated guess about what would be in focus and what would not be, I'm blown away to learn that on mirrorless cameras what I see on the screen is EXACTLY the depth of field of the final image. Whoa!

[@billpage2601]

Thank you….needing to camera upgrade I’ve been looking at camcorders, and mirrorless. And this FX3…..such an complete guide you’ve given us….I’m buying it this week…..still uncertain about the zoom lens model……

[@jesse_berger]

Great beginners guide. Thanks for the detailed walk-through and informative presentation!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind words Jesse :)

[@tillytothetophere]

I love this camera and Jay because of you I am becoming Master of using this camera. Thanks a lot.

[@MythicalVigilante]

I love how you’re like, ” at the end of this video you’ll totally know how to work this camera” haha this video is an hour and 38 minutes long. I’m gonna have to watch it a few times lol. I’ve got a wedding to shoot in 3 days and the company that hired me handed me this camera. Wish me luck! 😅

[@Jason_Hermann]

You got this!

[@iqrashou]

So how did it go?!

[@MythicalVigilante]

@@iqrashou​​⁠Nailed it. Only, next time I need a larger monitor. Couldn’t see focus on the FX3 screen. So, I missed focus a few times. The footage is gorgeous though.

[@jaybarratt]

Fantastic video sir - You have literally save me hours trying to work all this out myself - what tremendous value! Couple of questions if you have a moment: - Can you please sign post me to the correct point in your video, where I can toggle the Auto facial recognition setting on/off, as I couldn't find it skipping back through, without re-watching the entire video - Do you know to what extent the recommendations here would also apply to the recent Sony FX30, which seems extremely similar... or any notable differences you might recommend - Do you have any other follow-up videos/playlists to this on the FX3/FX30, specifically focused on video, rather than photography - Could you recommend what would be the optimal settings to connect the camera to the Atem Mini Pro (for multiple sources), particularly given the Atem is only 1080p capable currently, as I'm not sure how to best tweak the settings for this primary use case I will be using it for Very impressed with your content as a fellow creator starting out. Like & sub from me. 👍

[@michelestapleton]

Thanks again for the great tutorial. Am actually watching it a second time as being new to Sony there is a whole lot to take in at once.

[@Kevlexicon]

appreciate u takin the time and bein thorough, reduces a lot of stress and anxiety. thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

That is what I like to hear :) Thank you!!

[@guacamolekryddan47]

Amazing! This is exactly what I needed to see to make my buying decision! ❤

[@MatthewFawcett-np1tz]

For anyone having trouble following this video for touch tracking (17:05): After upgrading firmware, I had to enable touch tracking (17:05) instead of touch focus by going to Menu -> Setup -> Touch function in shooting -> Touch Tracking

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you Matthew 👊

[@MatthewFawcett-np1tz]

@@Jason_Hermann No thank you for helping me with this camera - excellent work.

[@RAPINSCHULEN]

I’m a beginner and I bought it. So thank you for the video! ❤🥳

[@kelsgproductions5023]

Hi Jason! Great video and very helpful. I just got my FX3 and after watching your video I’m ready to give it a go. Thank you!

[@frankguthrie2825]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! So much detail. I watched the entire video over a few days, lol. I really appreciate you doing this video. I recenly purchased the FX# and although I own a A7RIV, I still needed this guidance! So helpful.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TresmiradasAr-media]

Thank you a lot Jason!!! It was an incredible tutorial video. Tomorrow I will use the FX3 for the first time.

[@BlackapinoTheTechGuy]

*I will Own one of these Before My Vacation in June. This will replace my a6400 as My Main Camera as it's all about Video which I am All about. I'll be holding on too this video until I get my own*

[@topotlepotcast]

Just when through the whole video and it is the best move I have made since buying the camera. Merci.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Great to hear!

[@Forier]

Fantastic camera tutorial/guide, thank you for making this!

[@hvtv93]

Thank you very much ! this help me, as a beginner, to get enough knowledge to further explore into the more advance level.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@TailoredTechnique]

Love your content bro! I would take a trip to you just to get some bts! 🔥 my takeaway is I would like to avoid hs so I don’t have to mess with green tint. S is the way to go. Thank you for this one!

[@Whitematrix101]

great video brotha and you are absolutely right , ive never owned a camera before ad after research just got an fx3 as my first one

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jaychauhan7844]

Best tutorial ever, men... Thanks a lot for this. I appreciate your work...❤

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@tobiaszlawniczak7357]

Jason, you're my saviour! Absolutely amazing video. Well structured, no bullshit yet extensive enough. Much appreciated!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you and your very welcome :)

[@AkshayKumar-g5z]

Really useful video......Amazing explanation buddy, thanks a lot.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Most welcome!

[@mewithmysoul-realestate]

thanks Prof. Hermann!!! Amazing guidance I wish I could watch is earlier!

[@mcarlkv53]

great review....sony should hire you...

[@josephullian7535]

Thank you so much! This is a very thorough tutorial, and I am sure I will be coming back to it time and again as I work with this sophisticated video camera.

[@Jason_Hermann]

You are very welcome Joseph and thank you for the kind words :)

[@ketevi532]

Thanks thanks and thank you very much... you do not have to apologize,🙂 Im beginner it's my first camera, you helped me a lot.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear the video helped you out :) The focus going in and out from my perspective was pretty bad, so I felt obligated to say something! All the best and thanks again, Jay

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Fantastic guide, thank you.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@thatsjen]

Thank you so much for this video, your tutorials are amazing!!! really helped a lot!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@sjoerdsiemes]

Great video! Also shows that auto-focus isn't always the best choice ;')

[@walterpfister7966]

Thats a good looking Bloody Mary!

[@aiamonlylove]

I am new to this, I just bought one, and now looking for how to use video.

[@officiallysir]

Ty for such an in-depth video on the basic. I’m one of those guys u mentioned not knowing anything about shooting vids/phots but had the money for this beast and just went with it. I subscribed and will be a frequent patron of your page. Cheers my friend.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and thank you very much for the kind comments :)

[@VowStoryFilms]

Excellent guide. But, for some reason my initial HUD or display looks very different upon booting the FX3 up for the first time. (Referring to Screen Icons in Video mode)

[@gumbo3063]

I know this is off point. I hope you and your family are in good health. Liberty NY (Red Apple Rest) brings back memories. Great presentation. Very useful in my decision whether or not to purchase the camera. Can you tell me if RX100 is suitable for street photography at any hour of the day? If not can you make a suggestion? I want to stay in the compact camera arena. TYI Joel

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hey Gumbo and yes the RX100- series cameras can do it all and it's ultra compact as well ;) I would lean towards one of the newer models though if possible, because they are notable better than the earlier models...

[@ahmadsultan7450]

Legend for making this video! Good one king👑

[@adelgadomd]

Would you consider doing a similar tutorial for SONY FX6? Thank you

[@captain_giacco]

amazing, learned a lot and this helped so much. thank you!!

[@JohnBosco-t5b]

0:53 I actually live on the sun, so that is perfect!

[@xvimatthiasivx41]

Will come back to this when my fx30 comes in!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Oh yeah, basically the same exact camera!! In fact, I'm going to change the title :)

[@xvimatthiasivx41]

@@Jason_Hermann that's awsome I'll definitely recommend this video to all the customers I sell the fx30 to

[@Jason_Hermann]

Wow, I really appreciate that :) Thanks 👊

[@xvimatthiasivx41]

@@Jason_Hermann alright well I just got the camera today! Ready to sit down and watch this whole video

[@InifinityXchange]

Thanks for this. It was an amazing Tutorial and I learnt so much before investing in an FX3. Can I ask a really stupid basic question but I can't find a clear answer for it anywhere. The 2 stereo mics you showed. That is to record Audio right? All FX3 videos talk about the XLR and mic jack to record audio but no one has talked about being able to and the quality of the in camera mic. I want to buy this to travel to film my adventures but don't want to have external accessories connected to it. So can you record audio directly into the body and if so is it decent? Just asking as I know the FX6 doesn't record audio and needs external mics. Thanks!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes the camera does have a built in mic, but it is not good compared to even a small external mic. This is a professional grade camera, so it's expected to use professional grade audio as well. That does not mean you have to though of course...

[@W_x_H]

I have the a7111 and didn't know you had to slide the card door out, cheers

[@ConeshaBarron]

I would like you to review a great video camera for low light in a concert environment. That also has a built in or adding a professional Zoom or pro mic attachment.

[@tarylljackson]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Extremely helpful!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it was helpful and you are very welcome Taryll :)

[@Beelitebasketball]

Wow best tutorial I’ve seen! Thanks

[@Jason_Hermann]

I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such an awesome comment :) Thank you! Jay

[@NikkoKnight703]

An amazing tutorial!

[@elijahflowers-nelson1171]

the 0dB, 10dB and 20dB are for attenuation meaning it'll lower the gain not increase it

[@hdfantasysports]

Very thorough tutorial! Thank you!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@TechByGanesh]

After a video 📷📸 confident and personable ok thanks for the video sir

[@lucasliaskos]

Road to 100K and that verified badge! Awesome tutorial, didn't expect anything less!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you very much Lucas :)

[@DeanReynoldsMusic]

This is really an awesome camera! So, basically this is a hybrid camera. Right?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Hey Dean, Yes this is a hybrid camera, but leaning towards video for sure I would say ;)

[@DeanReynoldsMusic]

@@Jason_Hermann Bro! I need one!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Don't we all? :)

[@DeanReynoldsMusic]

@@Jason_Hermann haha

[@khalsacreation7659]

AMAZING VIDEO SIR,

[@helielee]

Thank you Jason. You're excellent!

[@Jason_Hermann]

I appreciate that!

[@TheLondonMiner]

Great video Jason really helpful , as I’ve just recently purchased the FX3 I’m having trouble setting my camera to sLog 3 …do you have any advice … thank you

[@Jason_Hermann]

Awesome to hear and I don't have a video covering Slog3 in detail, but my friend Josh does and he did a really excellent job here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGWslGRvmrVmbLs Now depending on the firmware version of your camera you might want to watch his newer video he just made here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHOxgKqLlrR4bpY

[@TheLondonMiner]

@@Jason_Hermann thank you so much, I’ve been stressing over this issue for a couple of weeks, watched a-lot of vids, like I said your video helped me so much setting my camera up and becoming familiar with it ( I had upgrade from a A7iii and thought it would all be quite the same hahha) and as my firmware was updated out the box I was stuck with the sLog 3 issue … but thanks to you for sending me over to Josh Sattin …coz I’ve been watching the video all day…and think I might start to enjoy myself a little… again thank you so much Ma man… good luck to ya 💪💪👊

[@dracolyth]

Im.a beginner.... and I'm here because... I have a FX3

[@merifeo]

Thumbs up to this dude! Its an effort to produce this vidz!

[@Jason_Hermann]

👍👊

[@paolobaguisa1027]

Did you get yours in Japan? Do you mind sharing where you got it? I’m traveling to Japan next week! Thanks! Nice review!

[@Jason_Hermann]

I got in the USA from Lens Rentals... I would recommend Amazon or BHPhoto geni.us/NiwL so you get a USA version of the camera. Otherwise language and region issues might be a pain to deal with...

[@joseordonez5915]

Hello, great video 🎉 I have 2 questions, can I use batteries from other Sony cameras in the fx3 or just from the specific series, what does it come with? And to connect the fx3 to power, what do I need?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Yes you can use the NP-FZ100 battery geni.us/1EoFp0 in any camera that takes one. Pretty much all of the full frame Sony cameras these days use the FZ100 Battery. As far as powering the camera goes I use this affordable after market unit: geni.us/KfnlFY As far as USB PD Power goes, I've been using this charger: geni.us/Y9ByFn and this 10 foot cable so I can move the camera around wherever I want in the studio: geni.us/G3c9s1

[@MarcTheMessenger]

Thanks so much

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@josiahshaw9427]

Thanks so much for the tutorial.

[@Truth1nNature]

This is incredibly helpful. I can’t seem to get the light flicker to go away with indoor lights. With the A7IV the variable flicker setting was on point to fixing that issue and lowering the shutter speed. However, with this one, I have to lower it so much there’s a lag and there is no variable option. I can’t imagine there is no way to make the flicker go away with a camera in this price range. Do you have any suggestions?

[@Jason_Hermann]

Here is the feature and info on it: helpguide.sony.net/ilc/2035/v1/en/contents/TP1000275622.html

[@Truth1nNature]

@@Jason_Hermann Thanks, that makes a lot more sense now. Especially the part that it says it depends on the light source and doesn’t automatically mean just because it’s on, that it will work. I left my main room and realize the issue is not the camera but the lamp being used. Every other light source in house works fine. No flicker. Anyway, even though kind of embarrassing to not have figured that out before asking you. It’s worth while to put here just in case someone else has same issue. Thanks again!

[@abbeyneidik4736]

Fabulous video!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you :)

[@ErikJamesVisuals]

I never comment on videos..but this is a great tutorial. Thanks for taking your time out to make this!

[@keysignphenomenon]

Thanks for the guide

[@novacombatarts]

This video is so useful

[@manuelcornelius221]

Great Video! It helped me so much!

[@Jason_Hermann]

Glad it helped and thank you for the kind words :)

[@stevekille447]

I was wondering if the audio controls can be set so that the shotgun can be fed to both channels, like a traditional video camera? Thanks.

[@jeancine914]

Thank you for this well done video and complet FX3 guide. So, this type of cam is definitly not for me. I use a FS5 and I think I'm gonna "break my wallet" for a FX6.

[@MatthewFawcett-np1tz]

This guide was so helpful I had to give you an extra $20. Are you still doing 1-on-1 consultations? If so, how much? I may need some help in the near future.

[@Jason_Hermann]

Thank you Mathew and yes... superpeer.com/jasonhermannphotography

[@huy.tranthe]

Really dig down your amazing useful video, bro. In Flexible Exposal Setting Mode 40:50, you guided how to unlock the Shutter and ISO dial thru buttons, but AV. I could find the button to unlock AV. You pls guide me where is it in Setting Menu.

[@jeremydoeshair]

so helpful!!!! Thank you!!!

[@Jason_Hermann]

You're very welcome!

[@jaguardeoaxaca]

I think AF-C wasn't available because you had the timer on. It has to be set to single shot in order to use it.

[@Jason_Hermann]

💯 👍