Sony FX30
The APS-C Cinema-line body and a standout at 81: it brings fan cooling, timecode, and a top handle to a 646g cinema form factor at APS-C pricing, with 20.1MP and IBIS. For creators who want true cinema ergonomics without full-frame cost, it's a compelling entry. It's a video-first body, so stills shooters are looking in the wrong place.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall77±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 | APS-CSourced | Sourced |
| megapixels | 20.1Sourced | Sourced |
| IBIS | yesSourced | Sourced |
| body style | cinemaSourced | Sourced |
| card slot types | Cfexpress A, Sd Uhs IiSourced | Sourced |
| weight (g) | 646Sourced | Sourced |
7/7 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Cinema-line ergonomics (fan, timecode, top handle) at APS-C prices
Who should skip this
- Stills work — video-first body
Where to buy
List price $1,800
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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.