Sony FX3A Full-Frame Cinema Camera with 4K 120p Video

The Sony FX3A is a compact full-frame cinema camera built for creators who need cinematic 4K video in a small, rig-friendly body. It records UHD 4K at up to 120p and 1080p at up to 240p, so slow-motion work and standard shooting are both covered. This is the body only, ready to pair with your Sony E-mount lenses.

Filmmakers, wedding videographers, documentary crews and content creators can all use it. Its 5-axis sensor-shift stabilization and Fast Hybrid AF help keep handheld footage steady and sharp. If you are comparing a Sony camera for serious video work, the FX3A is a strong place to start.

Key Features

• Full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor (35.6 x 23.8 mm): Gives you a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance for a cinematic look.
• UHD 4K up to 120p and 1080p up to 240p: Lets you capture smooth slow motion without leaving the camera body.
• S-Cinetone, S-Log3 and HLG with 15+ stops of dynamic range: Offers a ready-to-use cinematic look or room for deep color grading.
• ISO 80 to 102,400 native (expandable to 409,600): Helps you keep shooting as light fades.
• 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization: Reduces shake in handheld and run-and-gun shots.
• Fast Hybrid AF (phase and contrast detection): Uses 627 movie AF points and works down to EV-6, so it can hold focus on moving subjects and in dim scenes.
• Dual card slots (CFexpress Type A and SD/SDHC/SDXC): Gives you flexible storage and a safer recording workflow.
• Magnesium alloy body, about 640 g without battery: Stays light enough for gimbals and handheld use while feeling solid.
• 3.0-inch touchscreen with a 176° opening angle and 270° rotation: Makes framing easier from low, high or selfie-style positions.
• Wi-Fi (802.11ac) and Bluetooth: Supports wireless connection to your devices.

Why Choose the Sony FX3A Full-Frame Cinema Camera

The FX3A puts a full-frame sensor, 4K 120p recording and professional color profiles into a body that is easy to carry and rig. You get dependable autofocus, built-in stabilization and flexible dual-slot recording without a bulky setup.

It also suits creators who already own Sony E-mount lenses, since the body-only option lets you keep your glass. For anyone searching for a dependable Sony camera for video, it covers cinematic quality, practical handling and a clear grading workflow in one body.

Best Use Cases

• Short films and indie filmmaking
• Wedding and event videography
• Documentary and run-and-gun shooting
• YouTube and commercial content creation
• Slow-motion b-roll

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	FX3A (MPN: ILME-FX3A)
Camera Style	Full-frame cinema camera, body only
Sensor	35.6 x 23.8 mm full-frame CMOS (Exmor R)
Pixel Count	10.2 MP effective, 12.1 MP total
Video Capture	UHD 4K up to 120p, 1080p up to 240p
Color Profiles and Dynamic Range	S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG; 15+ stops
ISO Range	80 to 102,400 native; 80 to 409,600 extended
Stabilization	5-axis sensor-shift
Autofocus System	Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection and contrast-detection)
AF Points	Movie: 627 points; stills: 759 phase-detection points (full frame)
AF Sensitivity Range	EV-6 to EV20 (ISO 100 equivalent, F2.0 lens)
Metering Range	EV-3 to EV20 (ISO 100 equivalent, F2.0 lens)
Exposure Compensation	±5.0 EV (1/3 or 1/2 EV steps)
White Balance	2500 to 9900 K, plus Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash and Underwater presets
Shutter	Mechanical focal-plane and electronic rolling; 1/8000 to 1/4 sec
Burst Rate	Hi+ 10 fps, Hi 8 fps, Mid 6 fps, Lo 3 fps
Rear Screen	3.0-inch touch LCD, approx. 2.36M dots, 176° opening angle, 270° rotation
Still Formats	JPEG, HEIF, RAW (Sony ARW 5.0)
Card Slots	Dual slots: CFexpress Type A and SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connections	USB, HDMI, 3.5 mm stereo mic input, 3.5 mm headphone output
Wireless	Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), Bluetooth
Power	NP-FZ100 battery
Body Build	Magnesium alloy
Size (W x H x D)	129.7 x 84.5 x 77.8 mm (5.1 x 3.3 x 3.1 in)
Weight	Approx. 640 g body only; approx. 679 g with battery and memory card
Operating Temperature	0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Lens Mount	Sony E
Warranty	3 years service warranty (no parts warranty)