SOLD RED KOMODO X for a SONY FX3!! WHY?!!

Why I sold the KX to get a Sony FX3
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[@WakeUpMatt]

Thanks for watching!! Let me know if you have any questions about either cameras!🤙🏼

[@khanceptbelal]

No questions. Just wanted to see the perspective. Currently I run Magic Lantern raw on my 5d3 for creative projects where I want more control. At the same time I've got my Sony for like run-of-the-mill content creation for my clients and myself. I like having the options

[@nickdual]

I subscribed

[@WakeUpMatt]

@@nickdual thanks so much!

[@TylerEdwards]

I own and use both quite a bit for very different reasons. FX3 is great for exactly what you mentioned and also a great b-camp to KX m. I use it for smaller budget jobs where the KX is not practical. But, when there’s budget, KX every time.

[@thomas.kovacik]

+1, both are incredible

[@WakeUpMatt]

For sure!! Hopefully it came across that I still think the KX is an amazing camera. It just didn’t make sense for my workflow.

[@thomas.kovacik]

@@WakeUpMatt not at all! I think the fx3 is going to fit your needs really well, it's so insane hah

[@TylerEdwards]

@@WakeUpMatt it didn’t at all! It simply came across as you found a better tool for you workflow 👍

[@Motionandstory]

I got the same setup and mindset as you. Glad I have clients that request for the KX.

[@ImJasonAnthony]

The best thing about the camera industry right now is the fact that there are tons of cameras for all types of needs. I sold my 2 RED Komodo's and switched back to FX6's and 3's and have not one regret. When agencies request specific cameras we just simply rent RED's, Arri's or Venices for the projects that request them.

[@WakeUpMatt]

Couldn’t agree more!!

[@basic-decaf]

Boot-up time comments and confusion - I've never used RED or the KX, but I use the FX3 for personal use and $500,000+ scientific cameras at work. I'd wager the long boot-up time is likely due to the sensor employing a global shutter and doing some automatic sensor prepping. In the grand scheme of things, 30 seconds to perform these auto corrections is incredibly fast, so I'm not sure if this is exactly what it's doing, but just a guess. Global shutter sensors are pushing INCREDIBLE read-out speeds, and are thus INCREDIBLY sensitive to radiation (infrared radiation due to ambient temperature) and electronic thermals (resistors changing resistance with temperature, etc). Getting the best image quality possible from a global shutter sensor requires doing a "dark field" correction and a "light field" correction, which "deletes" or "corrects" or "calibrates" the sensor's "baseline" or "background" noise - which is being generated 1) in complete darkness due to the infrared radiation (heat) of the environment and camera body - when in complete darkness, all pixels should be true black, and 2) in complete sensor saturation - when totally saturated, all pixels should be true white. These microadjustments should be applied whenever the camera is in a different environment with different ambient temperatures. The camera also needs to warm up, in a sense, to ensure the corrections are being applied when the body internals are ready.

[@WakeUpMatt]

That’s wild! Thanks for the info too! What kind of work do you do for a $500k camera?!

[@basic-decaf]

@@WakeUpMatt We'll call it.. research! All of our camera systems have global shutters. One of the ones we use is a Shimadzu Hyper Vision cam which can do 10 million frames/sec in black and white. Unfortunately, even with the price and all the tech there's a lot of corrections you have to do in post to ensure the images are perfect.

[@WakeUpMatt]

@@basic-decaf woah! Sounds incredible!

[@KofiYeboah]

Good on you for finding tools that make sense for your work ! 😊

[@WakeUpMatt]

Thanks dude! Took waaaaay too long to figure it out haha

[@KofiYeboah]

Hey man it’s a journey !

[@NukeOnBike]

Amazing video, thanks for letting us know!

[@WakeUpMatt]

Thank you! Appreciate the love 🤙🏼

[@JSHFilms]

Hey Matt, I completely relate to your experience as a one-person content creator. I rely heavily on my Sony FX6 for all my filming, and it has become my go-to camera for its exceptional performance. I'm currently contemplating purchasing the FX3 to upgrade from my GH5 and GH4 cameras, or I might hold off to see what new offerings Lumix brings to the table in the future. Your video was fantastic, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy using the FX3.

[@WakeUpMatt]

Thanks so much! I was definitely looking at the FX6 as well. Amazing camera. Wish you the best on your next decision! Lumix is putting out some great cameras too. It makes everything so tough to decide haha

[@JSHFilms]

​@@WakeUpMatt I know, right? Regardless of the brand we use, we are able to capture amazing footage.

[@seasideshutterworx]

Thank you. If you had to choose between the c70 and the fx3 as far as image quality go and ease of gradient which camera would you choose if you could own only one?

[@WakeUpMatt]

They are both amazing cameras and have pros and cons for each. You really have to look at each one individually and how it best suits your needs!

[@daynemalan]

100% agree with you. Still have my Komodo X but using a friends fx3 and find it a much better for most of my work.

[@noahstonemusic]

This is a really great video. You gained a sub. Thanks

[@WakeUpMatt]

Thanks so much!!

[@blackburst1]

Hey just curious what you didn't like about the C70 that caused you to go a different direction? We're finding ourselves looking to step back away from Sony and get a new C400 when it comes out.

[@WakeUpMatt]

@@blackburst1 TBH there wasn’t too much I didn’t like in the c70. I wanted to switch over to Sony mainly because of my frustration with the R5 and to get the FX3. The only downsides with my c70 were lowlight capabilities, IBIS and the occasional autofocus issues. But I really enjoyed shooting on it. The c400 looks awesome!

[@brivnii]

Saw this coming and I respect it!

I have both at work, i workhorse my fx3 but we use our Komodo for KZbin sit down videos.

[@REVIEWSONTHERUN]

Interesting! Thanks for sharing it ✌️

[@WakeUpMatt]

Thanks for watching!!🙏🏼

[@schumif1champ]

I have both for ease of use the FX3 for for everything else KOMODO X. The Komodo just offers something different with the global sensor.

[@Alexmcasteel]

Just sold my Komodo for a fx3! Pairs effortlessly with my Venice. Don't miss red at all haha.

[@aleceriksson1108]

+1 on everyone who said "read the specs next time." But hey here's some possible hacks if someone REALLY wanted to force the KX into that role: RF to EF (or PL) mount with VND solves the internal ND issue for most people. Stabilize in post, shoot in 6k. Autofocus with the new DJI Focus Pro and use it on better glass than AF photo lenses with IS, probably even better quality AF. Audio, just get a 32bit float capable mic system and synch audio after, takes like 5 mins, or stop doing el cheapo gigs where you can't hire a proper sound person which should be the case anyways.

[@theroyalmob]

Great video. how did you go about selling the equipment? That’s something I struggle with.

[@WakeUpMatt]

Always a struggle!! I sold the KX on Fbook marketplace and some other cameras and gear on Gear Focus. I’ve used eBay a bunch too, but that’s always a last resort since the fees are so high

[@theroyalmob]

@@WakeUpMatt anything tips for fb market? How did you figure out the listing price?

[@WakeUpMatt]

@@theroyalmob I usually try to price it similar to what’s used on Adorama or B&H and go just a bit under.

[@mauriciolee7349]

Thank you for such an INSIGHT opinion. I agree that I MUST KNOW what I NEED and TAKE TIME to research and test anything before buying it. I should NOT BELIEVE the HYPE. That will RESULT in a huge WASTE of TIME and MONEY. Also, just because something works for others does NOT MEAN it will work FOR ME. We need MORE KZbinRS LIKE YOU.

[@WakeUpMatt]

Thanks so much! That means a lot!

[@chadwin]

Dude, this video was spot on!! I shot a video on the Komodo yesterday and really liked it. It made me think, hmm what if i sell my FX3 and switched over. But then I thought about all the things I’d miss out on like, IBIS, AF, full frame, lowlight performance, and switching all my Sony native glass. Thanks for talking sense into me and the world. 😂 I think the Komodo has its place, but mostly in the narrative world where there’s more time to light and focus.

[@chadwin]

Oh yeah, boot up time was BRUTAL! Like what the heck? I almost missed some shots cause of that…..

[@WakeUpMatt]

😂 glad I could help! The fx3 is just such a convenient, powerful camera. And yeah, I definitely missed a few shots from the boot up time haha

[@wraithdreams]

I've been thinking about the Sony FX3. Don't you miss the global shutter?

[@WakeUpMatt]

That’s pretty much the only thing I miss haha

[@dylanholmes3067]

The biggest flaw for me on the fx3 is that super 35 is 1080p which limits your lens options a lot if you want 4k especially for cinema lenses.

[@iamkubrick]

Uh … do research on a camera before you buy it . RED cameras absolutely do not suit the way you shoot or your type of work. It’s like you needed a motorbike but you bought a Van.

[@WakeUpMatt]

That pretty much sums it up analogy wise

[@VisualsfromtheNorthbytTK]

Just shot some clips last week so I could AB my FX3 and C70 in order to decide whether I want to let go of the Canon lol. Released the footage as video too, bc why not since it was already shot. The differences are pretty minor but its suprisingly hard to let go lol.

[@WakeUpMatt]

I saw it! The footage looks great from both cameras. It was always a tough choice for me between the two!

[@JonathanPalfrey]

Looking to get the KX but my biggest fear is I'll be disappointed with using it coming from the FX3. A bit like yourself we have a Canon C70 as well but I just really have never got on well with that camera. I've got an up coming project that would benefit from the RED name plus shooting raw however I can relate to all the concerns you've pointed out. I've found with the FX3 as long as you don't blow the highlights and avoid mixed colour casts on people the image you can get from it is amazing.

[@WakeUpMatt]

Yup!! I feel like the KX has incredible image quality but was just too much of a hassle for everything else so the FX3 fits in (almost) perfectly for what I need. And the image quality is pretty tough to beat for the price!

[@Chandler_Goodrich]

3:51 why not use a shoulder rig? I’m asking because it’s something I don’t see that often anymore. Is it not convenient?

[@WakeUpMatt]

I have one and definitely could use it. That would be great for a bigger production. It just goes back to my point of convenience though. Rigging up the camera and creating a big setup for the majority of what I shoot just seemed counter-productive. Better for me to shoot small, light and quickly 🤙🏼

[@Chandler_Goodrich]

@@WakeUpMatt of course. Makes sense! I’m with you there, as my own productions have been equally fast, but I love the feel of shpuldercam. I’d use one more often if it had a full quick release system like the Letus Master Cinema Series. That system was well made. Thanks for sharing!

[@unclejezza]

The A7s3/FX3 (and the FX6) are a technological home-run. Yet to be surpassed IMO even by Sony's own new Burano.

[@rileyedwardsfilms]

Lots of camera have surpassed them but like this videos mentons it doesn''t mean you need those other camera

[@MegaShowmaster]

how come I never knew that this channel existed? :)

[@kingvulture5730]

Komodo X ND situation is a pain but simple and plain people it is not the best tool for videography…it is a set camera simple and plain..stop buying a camera that was meant to be a crash cam on huge sets and turn it into a run and gun..I thought we figured this out by now…

[@ScandinavianCoward]

I understand that Sony's color science has improved a lot over the past 10 years (just look at the Venice), but I will never join the dark side! 😅

[@WakeUpMatt]

That’s what I said before too…😂

[@ScandinavianCoward]

@@WakeUpMatt Noooooooo...! 😆

[@JosueEscogido]

I sold my FX3 to buy a Red Dragon and then I sold the dragon when Red announced the KX, I agree with u that the FX3 is an amazing camera The real Cinema camera workflow isn't for everyone for sure the boot up time on my dragon was a whole minute so I dont mind much the KX boot up time ...but I do miss my FX3

[@Edward_Monge]

I’m about to sell my Komodo as well. I’m looking into the FX3

[@faithhouse6111]

Where are you selling your Komodo x?

[@WakeUpMatt]

Just locally on FB marketplace

[@marcoaslan]

Lenses are more important. I am using a cinema lens and it drastically improved my image (ARRI Signature Prime). I am using a Sony ZVe1 with it. Just incredible

[@f0t0b0y]

As someone that still shoots with the Sony FS7, I think you could have saved money and gone with the FX30. Especially since you clearly were coming from two super 35 censors. I agree with you on file sizes. Red and Black Magic file sizes are atrocious.

[@sanadakhumanthem3557]

I never saw you sleep man, always on wakeup mode

[@WakeUpMatt]

thanks! A nice big latte every morning helps 😂

[@PhilipLemoine]

Just wanted to let you know that this video popped up on my homepage.

[@WakeUpMatt]

That’s amazing! Thanks for checking it out!😄🤘🏼

[@PhilipLemoine]

@@WakeUpMatt Sony Gang

[@VonHarris]

just sold my Komodo for a canon r3

[@rMr.big13]

As for the menu… you will master that pretty soon… it’s ez

[@WakeUpMatt]

It definitely gets easier the more I use it!

[@moviereview-rw2xs]

r1 arriving

[@WakeUpMatt]

Stoked to see what it can do!

[@robertruffo2134]

Red and Arri cameras are truly great fiction cameras (like for shoots with actors). They are also pretty good doco cameras, but not the best. That said, an FX3 is far from the best fiction camera. It looks less good in a variety of ways big and small, and you have way less latitude in post. It all depends on what you are trying to do. No camera is the very best for everything.

[@DynamicLearning4u]

Have you considered the Panasonic? haha

[@WakeUpMatt]

I have for sure! I used to own the gh4 and the gh5. Sony’s autofocus, photo capabilities (I also bought the a7rv) and lens selection won me over.

[@DynamicLearning4u]

@@WakeUpMatt ah. ok

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[@WakeUpMatt]

Thank you!!😄🤘🏼

[@khanceptbelal]

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[@WakeUpMatt]

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[@khanceptbelal]

@@WakeUpMatt I'm on my third pair.

[@NathanKatash]

if you shoot the video with fx3 you get to much grain and that shouldnt happen

[@WakeUpMatt]

As long as it’s properly exposed, there shouldn’t be much grain. I’ll be coming out with a video on how to properly expose slog3 soon! :)

[@rMr.big13]

Yeh…. Nathan… it appears that you clearly don’t know what ur doing when it comes the fx line

[@kheankimhong]

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[@WakeUpMatt]

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[@hhankx]

Fx3 is superior in almost every single way. Komodo is a crash cam that can match the real red cine cams Fx3 does it all in a very small package. Makes me want an fx3 even more now, coming from c70 kits

[@hhankx]

People might say, well I guess you do t shoot anything big or have been on a set before. Yeah, and if you show up with a Komodo, you’ll get laughed at when the job is on an arri or dsmc2 or the new raptor. There would never be a reason to pick a Komodo over the fx3. Unless you’re trying to flex

[@bmefilms6879]

@@hhankx stop drinking dude. its clouding your judgement!

[@rileyedwardsfilms]

this is not the case at all, both camera's are great but not suited to everyone's line and style of work.

[@picxlmedia7856]

You have no clue what you're talking about. In no world is the statement true lol.

[@kingvulture5730]

Komodo X ND situation is a pain but simple and plain people it is not the best tool for videography…it is a set camera simple and plain..stop buying a camera that was meant to be a crash cam on huge sets and turn it into a run and gun..I thought we figured this out by now…because we dont use sony below burano on sets..once u start talkin 50,000 and up…people dont want to see the camera their little cousin shoots his rap videos with

[@goneloco5793]

Videographers should stick to video cameras. Filmmakers to cinema cameras. You made the right choice.