FX3 vs FX30 for Filming Sports (In the Field Comparison + Test Footage)
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- In-the-field comparison and test of the Sony FX3 and Sony FX30 cameras from Sony’s cinema line. Discussing general image quality, filming modes, and ergonomics of both cameras as well as pros and cons for specific use cases relating to filming action and sports videography.
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In this video, I bring you into the field for a first-hand comparison of the Sony FX3 vs FX30 cinema cameras for filming sports! We talk about the Sony FX3 and FX30’s image quality, ergonomics, filming modes, and direct pros and cons of using one Sony camera versus the other! Additionally, I take you through all of the cameras (Sony A7IV being the third) and lenses that I use to film a football game and explain how I use each one! Hopefully, this video can help you learn more about a very interesting beginner cinema camera so that you can decide whether the Sony FX3, Sony FX3, or a different camera potentially makes sense for you.
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EQUIPMENT THAT I USE
CAMERAS
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LENSES
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FILTERS
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STABILIZATION
Manfrotto 290 Light Tripod: amzn.to/3kycG4q | bhpho.to/3xZFENR
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LIGHTING
Godox VL150: amzn.to/3ZxaLw5 | bhpho.to/3ELQ6fD
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AUDIO
Rode Videomic NTG (my go-to shotgun mic): amzn.to/3XA5yCH | bhpho.to/3ZFktNy
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ACCESSORIES
Andycine A6 Plus Monitor: amzn.to/3CnAoqO | bhpho.to/3hwkSjT
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Oh man talk about timing! I am picking up my new FX3 this week! I just got into videography less than a year ago. Your videos inspired me and provided valuable information, good creative ideas and more importantly direction. I have completely changed my life in the last few years and now i have a new small business playing with cameras and editing software in a sport a love and am competing in as well. Thanks for all the dope videos brother!
FX3 can punch in with a digital crop zoom as well!
True! Forgot to mention that
well so does fx30, hence more focal range 😅
Yes but it has only 12mp, so video wont be as sharp as fx 30
Love it! Fx3 too expensive for us hobbyists so fx30 is the go to and maybe a6700 paired. That said how do you deal with highlights? While everything was cinematic sometimes highlights were blown out.
Very fair point! FX3 definitely isn’t cheap. Yeah sometimes the highlights definitely were blown out. Obviously always best to avoid that but when you’re moving quickly to get shots that isn’t always possible sadly. If I’m going to blow them out I try to colour my image however I can to draw the viewers eye to the subject/action in the shadows, and if the subject/action is in the blown out highlights then I’m probably not using that shot.
@@petersarellas either way looks stunning brother !
An nd filter will fix blow out highlights. You also have tools within camera that let you know youre over exposed.
Recording on 3 different cameras, how do you match them all up with the timeline afterwards lol
When I’m bringing the footage in afterwards I’ll usually line everything up based on the time finder says it was recorded from earliest to latest. It isn’t that hard quite honestly since I’ve got a fairly consistent game day routine and am not switching cameras back and forth too frequently either
We love a good Peter Drop🔥🔥. Just bought an FX3 and am excited to see what I can get out of it🙏🏾
Yessir!! That’s awesome go make some great stuff!
Are you moving your shutter speed off of 1/250 to speed ramp more or what are your thoughts?
Dope video as always. My man be carrying a used civic in that camera bag 😭😂
Fr i could probably throw some car parts in there and it wouldn’t even be much heavier 😂
If I may ask: So you don't use any PP's, that are in the camera menu, correct ? You just set up your settings "manually", just like you would do with other brands of camera. Thank you !
May I ask the reason why you are using high number shutter speed? For example at 6:39, 120 frames which means you double the shutter (250 in this case) to get the lowest iso possible? Very well structured video, enjoyed every part of it!
Love your content! Full of interesting and useful information!
May I ask you what camera handle were you using during this games?
Thanks and lots of love and respect!
I was using the Sony XLR-H1 Top Handle! Thanks for watching the videos, I’m glad you find the info helpful!
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Great videos! I always wondered if someone guards your equipment while you’re up in the bleaches or away from your gear. Any tips on this? I try to travel light with a backpack so I don’t leave it behind while I’m capturing something further but sometimes my back hurts after a while plus it’s uncomfortable filming with it.
I usually leave my stuff behind a team bench because there are layers of security to pass before getting there and there’s lots of people around. Often times there’s also a media or camera room where you can leave your stuff so if that’s available I’ll do that.
is there a big quality difference ?
They’re both very capable of producing a great image. Main differences are low light performance and sensor size
what computers/laptops. do you use for editing, and can you talk about the codecs/proxies formats you are using.
Do you shoot your FX30 120 and 60 fps in slog? The picture looked really crisp and clear for low light.
Yes that is correct. All slog3 and usually a stop and a half to 2 stops overexposed
Great informative content as usual, quick question, while discussing your total footages that you captured, you mentioned it came to about 110GB of footage. May I know which codecs and bitrate you were using?
Yes of course! Shooting XAVC S 4K with the following recording settings for each frame rate
24fps: 100M 4:2:2 10-bit
60fps: 200M 4:2:2 10-bit
120fps: 280M 4:2:2 10-bit
60fps (S&Q): 100M 4:2:2 10-bit
120fps (S&Q): 100M 4:2:2 10-bit
FX30 Rocks! Φοβερή κάμερα δεν παίζετε το εργαλείο.
Do you film in 4K 60 and 4K 120 usually? Or do you go down to 4K 30 also?
I’m curious about this too - filming 4k 120 doesn’t seem practical considering file size
Generally just 4k60 and 4k120, with 120fps being used in the red zone and key moments like the fourth quarter of a close game. I film in S&Q for the most part during warm ups because the audio is generally unusable in most scenarios with copyrighted music blasting in the stadium, and that helps keep file sizes down. I’ve been getting about 120-160gb per game between all cameras on average this season so far.
Generally just 4k60 and 4k120, with 120fps being used in the red zone and key moments like the fourth quarter of a close game. I film in S&Q for the most part during warm ups because the audio is generally unusable in most scenarios with copyrighted music blasting in the stadium, and that helps keep file sizes down. I’ve been getting about 120-160gb per game between all cameras on average this season so far.
Is the rolling shutter an issue on FX30 vs FX3?
Dope Video PS! I just picked up the FX30 and Sony 70-200 GM2. Do I need to add the Speed Booster or any adapter ? I'm planning to shoot football and basketball.
How do you get 120fps on the Fx30? I only see 100fps and that’s it.
You probably have to make sure that your camera’s tv system setting is set to NTSC. If your camera is set to PAL you would only see up to 100fps
Here’s an article from Sony with more details: www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00248347
@@petersarellas Thanks bro! I will change it now!
Great vid! 🔥
Thank you! 🔥
i’ve asked this in the past but can you clarify what is the need to shoot S&Q mode? I know people use it for hyper-lapses but was in the point in sports ? I’m not sure i understand what S&Q mode is doing
S&Q mode is recording a clip that’s already slowed down to slow motion (so if you record a clip in S&Q at 120fps it will play back at 20% speed) and without audio. I use it for pregame and establishing shots a lot of the time because in pregame there is often loud copyrighted music that would prevent me from using the audio and S&Q saves file space compared to standard high frame rate recording. The exception to this is if I’m pregame filming a huddle where someone is talking or am right up in front of a player speaking at my in my direction. Then I’ll switch out if S&Q mode to regular recording because their voice will be louder than any music and I want to capture what they’re saying.
@@petersarellas Omg thank you for this !! I haven’t been able to find a simple answer to this. This makes complete sense and will try to integrate this or try it out next time I shoot. Thank you for taking the time to explain!
Peter could you explain what is base Iso ?
I saw you shot at 12800 which seems crazy to me
That’s one of the base iso
I make tennis videos was looking into the Sony ev1 but I think it’s going to over heat on me I heard the Fx30 is a good next option. Cheaper as well. Any recommendations?
Good b roll btw
camera case?
Nanuk 935
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