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Sony Cinema Line FX30 Mirrorless Camera with XLR Handle (Body Only)

Brand: Sony
Model: ILMEFX30
Web Code: 16540360
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Overview

Take your professional photography and videography career to the next level with the Sony Cinema Line FX30 Mirrorless Camera. This professional-level unit is equipped with a 20.1MP APS-C sensor for deep, dynamic shooting with stunning detail and low noise. The included XLR handle enables better audio capture to enhance your cinematic 4K footage.

What's included:

  • Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100
  • AC Adapter
  • XLR Handle Unit
  • Body Cap
  • Accessory Shoe Cap
  • Handle Shoe Cap
  • USB-A to USB-C Cable (USB 3.2)

High-performance sensor technology

  • 20.1 MP Exmor R APS-C (Super 35mm format) image sensor offers wide dynamic range with high sensitivity and low noise
  • 23.3 x 15.5 mm APS-C size sensor offers cinematic freedom with an expressive depth of field and stunning bokeh

Professional shooting performance

  • Flexible ISO, Cine EI Quick, and Cine EI Log shooting modes offer better flexibility for exposure settings to optimize the image quality
  • 4K video recording resolution and S-Cinetone technology give your footage a cinematic quality
  • Included XLR handle unit facilitates high-quality audio recording and allows for direct audio data transfer

Blur-free capture

  • AI-based subject recognition algorithms reliably track moving subjects, like humans, animals, or birds, to ensure better focus
  • In-body 5-axis sensor shift image stabilizer keeps the unit stable while filming
  • Precision gyroscope sensor automatically compensates for camera shaking, creating stable footage even when in hand-held mode

Easy operation

  • Touch-panel LCD monitor is easy to view even in bright settings
  • Compact, lightweight body allows for effortless portability to shooting locations
  • E-mount system supports compatible E-mount lenses

Memory and connections

  • Compatible with CFexpress Type A Memory Cards or SD Memory Cards up to 640GB
  • USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and HDMI connections make it easy to connect external devices

What's in the box

  • Rechargeable battery NP-FZ100, AC adapter, XLR handle unit, body cap, accessory shoe cap, handle shoe cap, and USB-A to USB-C cable (USB 3.2)
See Details and Specs for more information
Combo Pack
Camcorder Only
360 Camera
No
Clip-on Camera
No

Image Sensor

Sensor Type
Exmor R APS-C (Super 35mm format) image sensor
Sensor Size
23.3 x 15.5 mm
Audio Format(s)
LPCM 2 ch(48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2 ch(48 kHz 24 bit) * , LPCM 4 ch(48 kHz 24 bit) *  ( * When using accessories that support 4ch output / 24 bits with the Multi Interface Shoe)
Total Pixels
27 MP
Effective Video Resolution
Not Applicable
Effective Megapixels
20.1 MP
Max Video Resolution
3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Processor
BIONZ XR image-processing engine

Lens/Optics

Optical (lens based) Image Stabilization
Yes
Electronic (software) Image Stabilization
Yes
Manual Focus
Yes

LCD & Viewfinder

Display Type
LCD
LCD Size
2.95 in
LCD Resolution
2.36M dots
Touchscreen
Yes
Colour Viewfinder
No

Video

Video Format
XAVC S-I 4K; XAVC S-I HD; XAVC S 4K; XAVC S HD; XAVC HS 4K

Audio Formats

3D
No
Digital Special Effects
Gamma Curve: Off / PP1-PP6 / PP10-PP11, Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
Time Lapse Video
No
Slow Shutter Mode
Yes
Manual Exposure Control
Yes
Nightvision
No
xvYCC capable
No
Windcut
No
Mac - iMovie '08 Compatible
No
Dolby Digital 2 Channel
No
Dolby Digital 5.1
No

Editing

Custom Titling
No
Date and Time
Yes

Support

Card Compatibility
CFexpress Type A Memory Card; SD Memory Card
Max Capacity
640 GB

Connections

USB
Included
Firewire
No
Wi-Fi
Included
Bluetooth
Included
NFC
No
HDMI
Included
Component
No
Composite
No
S-Video
No
Mic Input
Yes

Hardware

Lens Cover
None
Remote Control
No
Speaker
Yes
Video Light
No
Hot Shoe - Flash Capable
No
Hot Shoe - Light Capable
Yes
Hot Shoe - Mic Capable
Yes
Built-In Projector
No
Docking Station
No
Battery Life Rating
Approx. 115 min (Actual recording, CIPA standard)*; Approx. 175 min(Continuous recording, CIPA standard) * (*Indication recording time, which is defined by repeating the cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom , stand-by and power off.)
Battery Type
Sony NPFZ100 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery

Physical Features

Shockproof
No
Waterproof
No
Freezeproof
No
Length
8.45 cm
Width
12.97 cm
Height
7.78 cm
Weight
646 g