Sony FX3 (ILME-FX3)
A pro Cinema-line full-frame body built for run-and-gun video: a low-light-tuned 12.1MP sensor, 4K120, IBIS, active cooling, and an XLR handle in a compact 715g shell. It suits solo video shooters who want cinema tools without a full rig. Stills-first shooters should skip it — 12MP is video-tuned — as should anyone who needs a built-in EVF, which it lacks.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall75±3Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| lens mount | Sony ESourced | Sourced |
| sensor format | Full-frameSourced | Sourced |
| megapixels | 12.1Sourced | Sourced |
| max video | 4K120Sourced | Sourced |
| IBIS | yesSourced | Sourced |
| body style | cinemaSourced | Sourced |
| card slot types | Cfexpress A, Sd Uhs IiSourced | Sourced |
| weight (g) | 715Sourced | Sourced |
8/8 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Run-and-gun full-frame cinema — low-light 12MP sensor, active cooling, XLR handle
- Solo video shooters who want Cinema-line tools in a compact body
Who should skip this
- Stills-first shooters — 12MP is video-tuned
- Photographers who want a built-in EVF
Where to buy
List price $3,900
Prices are a guide and can change — confirm the current price on the retailer's site before buying.
Also available at
- Adorama · $3,518Check price
- B&H Photo Video · $4,083Check price
Prices last checked Jul 8, 2026 — retailer prices change often, so click through for the current price.
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Ecosystem
Compatibility
Built around Sony E-mount. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →
Upgrade path
A top-tier camera — there's little to upgrade to within the category.