Sony FX3 vs Sony FX30
Sony FX3 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The FX3 is the better pick for landscapes, sports, astrophotography; the FX30 is better for vlogging.
Choose the FX3 for
- faster bursts (10fps vs 4.7fps)
- better low-light performance
- weather sealing
- a larger full frame sensor
Choose the FX30 for
- more resolution (26MP vs 12.1MP)
- a lighter body (562g vs 640g)
- a lower price (from £1,269)
- a newer design (2022)
Specs side by side
| Spec | FX3 | FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 12.1MP | APS-C, 26MP |
| Mount | Sony FE (full frame) | Sony E (APS-C) |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Burst | 10 fps | 4.7 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 102,400 | 32,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 120p | 4K 120p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Weight | 640 g | 562 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FZ100 | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | 2×CFexpress A/SD | 2×CFexpress A/SD |
| New price | £2,999 | £1,599 |
| Used at MPB | £2,479–2,819 | £1,269–1,419 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | FX3 |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | FX3 |
| Astrophotography | FX3 |
| Vlogging & video | FX30 |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Sony E / FE mount, so lenses move between them. They share the same battery (Sony NP-FZ100).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony FX3 better than the Sony FX30?
It depends on your priorities. The FX3 offers faster bursts (10fps vs 4.7fps), better low-light performance, weather sealing; the FX30 offers more resolution (26MP vs 12.1MP), a lighter body (562g vs 640g), a lower price (from £1,269).
Which is better for video, the FX3 or the FX30?
They are closely matched for video (4K 120p vs 4K 120p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the FX3 or the FX30?
The FX3 costs £2,999 new and from £2,479 used at MPB; the FX30 costs £1,599 new and from £1,269 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony FX3 lenses on the FX30?
Yes. Both use the Sony E / FE mount, though lenses made for the smaller sensor run in crop mode on the larger one.