Sony FX30 vs BMPCC6K | What is a Cinema Camera?

[@gammaalpha9631]

To answer your question “I hope this helps someone” this definitely helped me. I was going to sell my bmpcc4k and get an FX30 but now I’m willing to upgrade it to bmpcc6k 😂

[@professionalpotato4764]

For controlled situations I would love to use BMPCC6k. No competition, FX30 isn't close to the quality of the BRAW yet. The highlight rolloff on BMPCC6k is so much better than the FX30. But FX30 will be nice for travel due to size and autofocus.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

I know! FX30 has a so much better versatility!

[@dreamsandrealms4581]

I got bmc 6k g2. I bought fully because had EF-lenses before and recording raw video to my Samsung SSD drives was easy option. But if I would choose now, I would go FX30, simply because of build quality, rotation of screen, weather proof and size. So FX30 had lot better build quality and usability by size and screen...this is vital if you are solo shooter who is moving out from studio. So dont go "image quality in front", because you need to be able to handle camera in different environments (go agility/dexterity in front if you are solo shooter doing outside shots)

[@Lizzzzzzy921]

Fx30 is the best choice I ever made the lenses available are incredible and it is cheap and everything is so light and portable I use fast lenses in low light and I'm fine I ended up buying 2 more for 1300

[@lostoncassette4952]

Funny enough I was about to do the same thing (even down to buying it because of EF lenses), very glad I found this video. Maybe down the line if I want to do more elaborate stuff the 6K would be worth the extra effort but for my first camera I think an FX30 is going to be able to do the things I want much easier and better

[@dreamsandrealms4581]

@@lostoncassette4952 6K resolution as selling/buying argument is not allways valid, so dont put that either in "front criteria" to buy it. If you got camera able to shoot 4k resolution that can be good also. I got main camera as Canon 90D. Despite it have 8bit video, image is super sharp because its downsampled from 7k sensor. This camera serves me in most scenarios, if no need to do high quality stuff, but recording sharp image is enough and colors fine.

[@luiscruz5082]

The Pocket6K image quality is jaw dropping but the flexibly of the FX30 are very hard to match, it has world class leading auto focus and in body stabilization. Both camera are amazing but design for different jobs.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Exactly!!

[@seancloutier2577]

as crazy as this sounds...I have two fx30...yet I still think the best image, better than Sony, Panasonic, Fujitsu, comes from the BMPCC6K...I like my Sony, but some of the images from Blackmagic have an artistic look..

[@KenseiAkatsu]

I like using FX30 on a daily basis, but BMPCC6K has what FX30 doesn't, which is absolutely my favorite thing!!

[@evanantonola4935]

I think Fx30 is not the best to compare with BM. Fx3 and Fx6 are. Fx30 still looks like an ordinary sony alpha camera.

[@hbp_]

Imho if you want both then the URSA Broadcast G2 might be a better option rather than the BMPCC6K. No cage needed and you get so much more, yet the same sensor and BRAW. Surely you'll need to upgrade your bag, tripod, etc too so it doesn't come as a cheap upgrade as it may appear at first sight.

[@seancloutier2577]

that is a 6grand camera...@@hbp_

[@youareawesome8]

But Fx30 do put out 4.7k Prores Raw to Atomos monitor. If you are adding so much accessories on BM to make it work, why not a ninja v on FX30. just saying.

[@Snowboy2015]

simple and straight forward. answered my questions with no lame humor or long-winded life stories. why can't these other video makers be this normal and helpful? u got yourself a subscriber, my friend..

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Thank you so much!!

[@Snowboy2015]

@@KenseiAkatsu you're welcome 👌🏽

[@sjoerdsiemes]

The Blackmagic is more of a cinema camera. The FX30 is easier to use. Especially if it's handled by one person.

[@johnnyweissmuller5838]

I recently shot a music video in a jungle scene, i used both bmpcc6k pro and sony a7s3, the difference was enormous. The skintones couldnt be saved in the sony footage, the green reflection from the foliage was easily corrected on the blackmagic but was totally ruined in the sony.

[@Volton-m5h]

Skin, this is the most important thing, this is what everyone forgets to talk about. Our eyes subconsciously see falsehood in the colors of skin and grass

[@juanpablocastillostudio]

If you would replace the BMPCC6k by an Arri Alexa mini against the FX30 you would have complained about the exact same points and get to the same conclusion that the FX30 is so much better. It’s absurd! I just used an FX-30 for a project and I felt so much peace of mind to know that it had autofocus. By the end of the project I hadn't used the autofocus even once. And the FX-30 422 10Bit files aren't tiny pills either, the files were still huge.

[@HopeProphecy]

Great insights! Thanks for sharing.

[@scstudio8549]

Dang..can't love bmpcc6k..art is pain.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

😂

[@mroseym]

You literally always drop a video THE MOMENT I GO ONTO KZbin TO SEARCH FOR THE EXACT SAME TOPIC! I'm so glad your content got recommended to me a couple months ago as I was doing more research on the Sony FX30. Ive been looking for a budget cinema camera to invest in, but wanted to make sure I'd be making a good decision (this video especially secured that decision for me as I've also been looking at BMPCC6KPro, but right now my needs are definitely for something more lightweight, travel friendly, more on-the-go filmmaking despite having booked an in-studio shoot as well). I subbed and so far all the content you've been dropping has always been exactly what I'm looking for, answering all my doubts and questions and even reassurance with your inspirational ending segments. Never disappoints. Even your new video on the Sirui lens (this past week I've actually been randomly looking at Sirui's anamorphic lens options for APS-C 😂😭). Been meaning to write a thank you comment for all the hard work you put into making videos. 🙏✨️ You're super cool!

[@KenseiAkatsu]

I will be there always. No matter where you go... lol Thank you watching my contents!!!

[@allencrider]

I'm stuck with my bmpcc4k because I have micro four-thirds lenses. I like it and don't make good videos anyway. If I was moving up to something better, I would look at the Sigma fp.

[@adamsipione]

I own the 6K and the A74 and I find myself reaching for the 6k 85% of the time. The 6k is what I use whenever I have a planned shoot, and when paired with the easy rig it's such a great combo. The A74 is definitely the run and gun social media quick turn around camera.

[@BodhiSurfer1991]

Wait hold up. Is my Sony Xperia pro-i a cinema camera?

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Could be 😏

[@andrew_nayes]

Thank you for this! I wonder if you can make some further comparison between 200% crop of the BMPCC6k and the fx30 (or other cameras of different resolution). I wonder if the crop is very noticeable using just a 4k camera. Your cropped pictures with theBMPCC6k looked amazing, but I wonder how much lower quality it will look 200% cropped with the fx30. Side-by-side.

[@owenlucasblair]

Nice work as always bro

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@SnowBran]

You are awesome! I love your cool style and amazing talent. Keep up the great work!

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@EduardoStefanello]

I would add to your definition dynamic range. And I completely agree, for me the FX30 is a better camera for its versatility.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Agree!!

[@asamxs]

The bmpcc 6k pro have dynamic range for the post production color graded with 12bit color B-raw, it's very perfect. The prores 422 files is very smooth process and saving time on Mac M1.

[@MattFitzgerald]

Really great thoughts at the end on democratization vs uniqueness. There is something to be said about slowing down and taking your time to make the right decisions with video. (And life) Great video Kensei! It was fun to stumble into your channel and get some really great thoughts.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@legendfpv]

What's up with the side of the truck at 4:45?

[@rrs6509]

Sony looks thumbelina compared to black mpcc6k))) and Sony a billion times prettier

[@NARRASSAFilmes]

F30 rules.

[@renaissancedigital5730]

The FX30 sensor is 6k and downsamples to 4k. The resolution difference is not really noticeable. Try downsampling the Pocket's 6k footage to 4k and look at the images side by side. Good luck telling the difference. I feel what you are seeing is the color depth rather than resolution. BRAW 12 bit looks a bit more lifelike than 10 bit h264. Also the FX30 is higher resolution than the two top cinema cameras today the Alexa LF and Alexa 35, both 4.5k. Most of the major motion pictures in the last 10 years were not even shot in 4k.

[@andilenonkwelo6616]

Is it possible for the fx30 not to downsample? For it to keep image at 6k?

[@yakoubbouhadeb]

Hey 👋 are you going to test the new Sony ZV-E1 ?

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Yes if I get an opportunity !!

[@yakoubbouhadeb]

@@KenseiAkatsu Hope you will have the opportunity ! Your reviews are unique brother ! 😊

[@MacabrePictures]

The Pocket 6k Pro is much better than the standard Pocket 6k for usability. With the battery grip I can shoot for 3 hours before changing batteries. It also has ND filters and a tilting screen

[@ABArtandInfo]

wow u r so amazing bro.. i loved listening to u

[@kolokoygaming7868]

i see what you're shooting there 0.o

[@shogenx]

id be curious to eventually see the 16bit fx30 raw once it becomes readily available

[@NITRYNIA]

6K BRAW still heavier than 4k Slog btw ?

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Yeah I think so

[@ZiroWatt]

6k is absolutely beautiful, but I do feel that with these kinds of small pro-sumer cameras, the low light performance is such a massive factor. At the end of the day they both look incredible, but the fx30 gives you a lot more room to get footage with less lighting equipment, its smaller and easy to travel with, and its weather sealed, which seems more fitting of the kind of person who would buy one of these cameras

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Agree. BMPCC6K is absolutely the king, but it requires a little more lighting efforts. FX30 is more casual, which I really like for vlogs. Although sometimes I use 6K for vlogs too lol

[@travisdaki]

Lest we forget the auto focus on FX30, IBIS, the battery-life... FX30 is simply more camera for your buck.

[@TheFilmmakingChannel]

​@@travisdakiCinema cameras don't use auto focus nor would you want that.

[@travisdaki]

@@TheFilmmakingChannel I know of a lot of solo shooters who would highly disagree with you on that one.

[@TheFilmmakingChannel]

@@travisdaki Of course but then don't use a cinema camera with no auto focus. However being able to pull focus on a pinch is a well payed job.

[@ReshaTech]

BTW love your car 😍

[@Alecaom]

que me recomendáis para video, SONY FX30 o Sony A7C o la BlackMagic pocket 4K (hice una producción con la blackmagic y me encantó el tema de colores y renderizado en DaVinci). Realmente que factores y diferencias o cual es mejor sinceramente (me gusta mucho la Sony FX30).

[@winterkat8693]

thats not a truck, thats a SUV. an SUV that I woyld like to owne some day. A 2008 toyota landcruser to be exact.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Hope you get that one someday!!

[@amigosfilm87]

Currently a sony user but i love blackmagic.. especially on gen 5 color, skin tone and highlight rolloff..

[@steveaustin8817]

This is very useful for me - another well thought out video showing the details - thanks Kensei!

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Glad to hear it!

[@stephensircar1561]

I can't sacrifice my bitrate. I'm gonna go with the blackmagic one.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Good!!

[@hoobieeee]

Thanks for this video :))

[@hamzajamshed7399]

hi kensei, I really loved your review, but here's my question regarding buying new camera for product videography. I am considering sony a7iv, fx30 and bmpcc 6k/pro. Now my main concern is high fps with sharp resolutions. I know fx30 is best option if I need higher fps like it has 240fps but it has more noise, aps-c + too much crop factor. The other two cameras are ff with sharp quality but they don't have high fps. So I need your suggestion for my product videography camera.

[@olivierlamart4082]

hi like your video and you win a new subscriber . so I want to know your opinion , I have a dji rs3 pro with the auto focus lidar , you think it's a game changer for the 6k ? because I don't want make the bad choice between the 6k 6k/pro or the fx30 ( I do in first video , short story , and travel but no vlogging ( thx for the answer ..... from France

[@KenseiAkatsu]

FX30 sounds good for you. Living with 6K is not easy. FX30 might be a wise choice. But if you have the filmmaking passion, I want you to try 6K!

[@olivierlamart4082]

@@KenseiAkatsuthx i will give a try for the bmpcc 6k

[@itrollluimarcodaylee4751]

Can you do a tutorial on how to get shiny hair like you have lol seriously

[@KenseiAkatsu]

LOL Good idea

[@johnzuluetafilms5226]

bmpcc6k pro period 😁

[@srawnlamzel8295]

My video looks noisy even when I shoot outdoors in sony fx 30.......18-105 4f????

[@KenseiAkatsu]

What camera setting did you shoot on?

[@srawnlamzel8295]

Actually I was using canon 5d mark 2 before..just switched to sony....im actually new to sony.....

[@srawnlamzel8295]

@@KenseiAkatsu depends.. When I shoot at 24p,I just double the shutter speed....and I set my iso according to the scene/lightings

[@mertgrkm]

popularity vs uniqueness. that's the slogan really. This video gaves me inspiration, thanks a lot. How can I access your video portfolio ?

[@eucsvoboda]

massive review full of beautiful shots!

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@wearetrackclub]

Really helpful and entertaining video! Love how you put together your content 🔥

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@s.o.s235]

great job !

[@Photoduweisch]

Blackmagic all the way! At least because of the skin colors :)

[@jongreenit]

This helped alot, thanks!

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Glad to hear!

[@Seph_vision]

What’s the app you used for auto focus?

[@andr101]

0:19 I thought u had just farted.

[@shirakawanaoya]

Your editing.... is insane.

[@chosenfilms8915]

You nailed it

[@ryanhostudio]

great video

[@tta410]

Just bought second fx30 instead of a74. Love the function bake LUTs into footage

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Nice choice!

[@capital1st439]

9:50 Бурят втирает дичь. Типа бурятская камера лучше Блэкмэджика ! Балабол

[@capital1st439]

А ничего что бурятская камера в 4 раза дороже Блэкмэджик ? И при этом Блэкмэджик снимает 12 Бит, а бурятская камера 10 Бит ? Неудобно получилось, как то. Я уже молчу что Блэкмэджик имеет EF разъем для линз. Но то такое, буряты могут не понять

[@stevenerixon33]

I'm trying to make up my mind if the fx30 is the right choice for me or if I should go for the fx3. Hesitating because of how "bad" the low light capabilities are compared to fx3 or a7siii

[@ZenStence]

Bmpcc6k or fx3?

[@KenseiAkatsu]

BM6K

[@kanohane]

As a non professional, they look the same to me...I see no difference, other than if you want to crop...but then the BMPCC is gigantic and has no AF. 😭

[@KenseiAkatsu]

LOL That's the real opinion!

[@HANKBRAVO81]

The FX30 is a great package and body. The new ZV-E1 is a camera I wanted to hate. But, the sensor and image quality are too hard to ignore. Works be great to see a video about your thoughts on these two.

[@KenseiAkatsu]

Sure, I will make a video about it if I get an opportunity!

[@HopeProphecy]

I agree. That would be a great comparison!