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BY CHRIS MORTON
Released in 2021, the Sony FX3 is a cinematic version of the very popular A7S III, utilising the same sensor, same ISO range and same resolution. The FX3 is capable of shooting in S-Cinetone, which is used in all of the Sony Cinema Camera range, is fitted with an internal fan and has an unlimited recording time (unlike the A7S III which has a maximum of 13 hours). The inclusion of the fan prevents the camera from overheating. The other key difference with the FX3 is the inclusion of an audio top-hat that slides into (and screws down into the body) the hot shoe connector, providing you with multiple audio inputs and controls. Having ticked all of the boxes, the FX3 is also approved for Netflix. We extensively used two FX3 cameras while filming in remote locations and found them to be highly versatile. They were small enough to make 'run and gun' filming easy and rugged enough to survive a month in the field. Battery life was not great as we had to run the LED screens at high brightness to compensate for the Pilbara sun. We did try one with a small external monitor, however the added weight and bulk reduced its manoeuvrability substantially. Overall, the FX3 performed exceptionally well and proved to be a valuable addition to our kit. At just over $1000 more than an A7S III, you would need to decide if the addition of the top-hat and the ability to shoot in S-Cinetone is worth the money. The Sony FX3 is available from Camera Electronic online and instore.
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