Thanks for covering this! I have been thinking about the FX-30 but wondered about its photo capabilities. Other than no mechanical shutter, it looks great.
I just bought this camera after a year of wishy-washyness. I don't regret it at all. I think I am going to save up for an FX3 as my A cam and make this my B Cam. Currently I use BMPCC but I hate using them for B roll on interviews. So my plan is to continue using them for 2 camera interviews, and pop out the FX3 for b-roll.
I got the 6K Pro right now, why do you hate the BMPCC for B role? And how is the 5 handling for footage? I'm thinking of using the 5 for the auto focus and use my 6k for more professional work. Just looking for advice I guess.
Hey @Jason Morris. So much knowledge and information packed into your videos. I don't own the FX 30, but I dare not miss a video since there are always so much valuable info. Thank you brah!
Great video. Question. Does "grabbing a still" from a clip count the same as taking a still shot in proper mode? Can I get good clarity that way? (using 1:50 Frame Rate)
When fx30 takes photos, can it be set to bake in LUTS like in the video mode? I have a 6700 and that's the single most missed feature i have on the camera. Thx.
The variable rate shutter settibg is also available or at least settable, in photo mode. I haven't tested on light banding. But it should work on theory, right?
"this operation or setting not available as follows".. That's all I get when trying to set the drive-mode to "single photo bracket".. Tried all photo modes.. I'm sure I'm doing Something wrong but what??
let me answer the question for others :) you need to disable PP (Picture Profile).. google it.. it's easy.. But having a picture profile active blocks the bracketing feature.
Hey salut, il parle les senseurs "APSC", qui dans ce cas incluent le FX30 😉 Fais-moi savoir si tu voudrais acheter cette caméra dans le futur, je la l'achèterai la semaine prochaine / maxi dans deux semaines
@@christofogui7036 Merci pour ton retour ! En fait je lui demandais si à 5minutes 08 c'était des images prises avec la FX30 ! La qualité est magnifique. Je pense l'acheter, j'hésitais entre la fx30 et l'A7 IV
@@leblackbo ah d'accord alors ! Je pense bien que c'est la caméra en question, étant donné que la qualité est identique à d'autres scènes où il est évident qu'il utilise la FX30. Excellente caméra en général
I’m stuck on the same decision. I want it for mostly video and I really don’t even need crazy amounts of info as I rather shoot HD over 4k for fun social media type stuff. So what’s better
I have the fx3 and going to my first real estate shoot tomorrow and I need your help please I want to shoot in bracket exposure with 5 shots but have no idea how to do it, as I only shoot video. Can you please tell me how to set it up what settings to use. Thank you!
Good points all around. I’ve dealt with the banding on mine with fluorescents, didn’t even realize it could shoot RAW photos I might actually try it for photos now lol
Do you have the same banding issue when shooting video with this camera? You mention you get banding shooting stills in some lighting situations. Quite interested to know since I am planning to buy one.
Thanks for making this video, I was worried if I buy the fx30 to be stuck with video only since I cannot get an A7iv or fx3. Now I am relieved, just some modeling shots needed not even sports or wildlife photography. What wide angle lens would you suggest for the fx30? The 16mm you mentioned is full frame or cropped?
Hey man i have a question, im more towards video in my professional carrear but there are some jobs that require me to also do photography work, whats your opinion on using this camera on concerts? Let me expain, lets say im doing coverage for a band or a music festival and doing mostly video, but want to switch to take some stills, would i'd be able to capture some good stills if i crank up my shutther, lets say 1/500 or more (if i see they are moving around alot) i ask because i normaly dont even use burst mode in concerts
You could get a spare photobody and have a lens attached to it. This way whenever you see something you wanna click just switch to the photography cam and bam you are done. Get a used a6100 it's got the new af system and tbh if you don't need Ibis the a6100,a6400 and a6600 are all pretty much the same when it comes to photos
This isn't a bad option, but the A7siii matches up darn near feature for feature, giving you an electronic viewfinder, burst frame rate of 10fps, the ability to use flash, full frame, the ability to use a same type of battery grip on both the A7siii and the A7iv, (no battery grip option for the Fx3 or fx30). The ability to use the KVM xlr adapter to hook up xlr mics or even the KVM adapter that can come with the fx30 with a small rig cage. The fx3 and fx30 can be used with a kvm handled adapter, but not vice versa because there is no electronic shutter or flash port. The A7SIII can be used with the KVM that plugs into the flash socket directly or the KVM that the fx3 and fx30 uses with an optional smallrig cage and screw mount kit, giving it ultimate flexibility and this also applies to the A7IV. I have two small rig cages for both cameras, and the kvm kit allows the fx30 and fx3 hxlr handle to work perfectly. I own both, and they match up extremely well, especially for hybrid shooting, except in one area. The A7siii is a 12mp camera. The 12mp isn't as bad as you would think as the images coming out of it for photography are stunning. It's the crop ability. The same thing that makes the A7siii great for video is what makes it great for photography, and that is its low light performance and iso. The A7SIII is really more versatile than even the fx3 and fx30, which is not necessarily better but more versatile. I own the A7siii and A7IV. As Jason said the Fx30 isn't bad if you don't need the burst rate as the menu systems for the A7siii, A7IV, Fx3 and Fx30 look almost the same with the Fx3 and Fx30 having some more video features, not alot more mind you. If price is a concern and you own an A7IV, then a plain fx3 could work for you, but for photography, the lack of the viewfinder was done on purpose. If you are just starting out and the price is a concern, then the fx30 is an outstanding option. You can shoot photography, but it is an afterthought in the FX series as these were designed with video being the primary purpose, and there are people who have used the A7siii for wedding photography.
If you want to go that far, 35mm on Sony, Tamron, sigma are all different field of views. The field of view in degrees with vary depending on lens, this is a fact
@@JasonMorrisphotocinema Good point, most people will not mind. But it is an annoyance for me. I enjoy your videos. I am also a gym rat. maybe you could do a cinematic workout routine video at some point.
Hey Jason, I love your videos! Great video once again. Quick question, do you think FX30 can take photos of a kid who is constantly running around/moving?
Lol film people dont need 1.4 full frame depth of field and me as portrait and boudoir foto/video shooter do my photos at f5.6-f8 nowadays apsc is not a disadvantage and not even the single shot does hurt me with what i do.
@@144gia I answered based on the tittle of the video written by the guy. Sony FX30 for Photography, maybe I need glasses but if that is written, I have to believe that the camera is for Photography as it is written in the tittle! many greetings and thank you.
@@papa.alfredo it is written in the title because he is using it for photography but it's originally for cinematography which is why the burst photo option isn't there
how does this blogger collect such views, the value of his information is 0, he could tell the real limitations in photography, instead some nonsense about lenses
Thanks for covering this! I have been thinking about the FX-30 but wondered about its photo capabilities. Other than no mechanical shutter, it looks great.
I just bought this camera after a year of wishy-washyness. I don't regret it at all. I think I am going to save up for an FX3 as my A cam and make this my B Cam. Currently I use BMPCC but I hate using them for B roll on interviews. So my plan is to continue using them for 2 camera interviews, and pop out the FX3 for b-roll.
I got the 6K Pro right now, why do you hate the BMPCC for B role? And how is the 5 handling for footage? I'm thinking of using the 5 for the auto focus and use my 6k for more professional work. Just looking for advice I guess.
@@OTG1776The single only reason I won't use a bmpcc is that horrible battery
Great video! Regarding the banding. Doesn't the Anti Flicker Set. solve the issue?
What photo color mode and photo setting do you use? Many thank!❤
Hey @Jason Morris.
So much knowledge and information packed into your videos. I don't own the FX 30, but I dare not miss a video since there are always so much valuable info. Thank you brah!
Thank you for watching
Great video. Question. Does "grabbing a still" from a clip count the same as taking a still shot in proper mode? Can I get good clarity that way? (using 1:50 Frame Rate)
When fx30 takes photos, can it be set to bake in LUTS like in the video mode? I have a 6700 and that's the single most missed feature i have on the camera. Thx.
not sure if it was intentional but at 4:30 i like how that was left, it made it seem more human how you made a mistake and kept it, great video!
my problem with fx30 for still is the image that you see on lcd monitor is not what tha output you need to get a sample shot then adjust
Sir it has no mechanical shutter so does it mean its shutter count be always zero ?
I really appreciate you breaking all this down!
The variable rate shutter settibg is also available or at least settable, in photo mode. I haven't tested on light banding. But it should work on theory, right?
Works on a7iv with flickering lights
@@RealThore in electronic shutter tho
@@markshirley01 yeah ofc, variable shutter in mechanical wouldn’t work on any camera
@@markshirley01 there are problems sometimes with this.
Thanks for making this. A great review cementing my decision on using this for photos.
Can you take pictures with godox flash?
is it possible to add a trigger on this camera?
No
Can the FX30 shoot long exposure pictures.
it can yes
@@JasonMorrisphotocinema Thank you!
Hi Jason, thanks for this explanation. How about a flash? Can you use a flash? Can you use HSS?
Well, I know now. You cannot use a flash. Whereas with the FX3 you can use flash.
I dont see continuous bracket shooting on my fx30. How do I get that so that I dont have to press the button 3 times in a row
Do you have any recommendations for settings for stills with the FX30? Or do you just set it to Intelligent Auto and start shooting?
That honestly depends on the shoot. I wouldn’t shoot a group portrait at f/1.4, sports at 1/100 shutter or Astro at IS 12800
I always take still in manual settings. For me I feel cameras don’t choose the best settings for what I do
what is the setting for photography in fx30 ?exp profile you use
Fantastic work! Question for RE Photography: How many brackets and stops does it shoot in AEB ?
That banding problem needs to be the headline - if you can’t take indoor photos because of banding, doesn’t that mean it’s not really for photography?
can shoot long exposure, as in BULB?
"this operation or setting not available as follows"..
That's all I get when trying to set the drive-mode to "single photo bracket"..
Tried all photo modes..
I'm sure I'm doing Something wrong but what??
let me answer the question for others :)
you need to disable PP (Picture Profile).. google it.. it's easy.. But having a picture profile active blocks the bracketing feature.
But does it work for flash photography , cant seem to work on my end
Same here wondering can it work with flash
Not sure to be honest I haven’t tried as I use continueous lights
It won't, since it doesnt have mechanical shutter.
@@kmt488 thanks for adding this
Photoshop wont open my raw fx30 footage 😩
thanks dude you did a perfect review
love you
Is there anyway to prevent banding for indoor photography.
Well, I own camera that shoots 20 frames a second, still, i have it set up for Single Shot takes. Never utilized that option.
The Banding in indoor photos and no JPG+RAW option have been a big pain, but for outdoor in JPG is great! Great Video!!! Thanks
It shoots raw.
Maybe it’s a software update but I got mine today and it shoots jpeg and raw
Thanks for this. To solve that multi-shot issue, could you not shoot 4k and pull the still from the footage?
Hello ! sorry for my english, i am french. at 5:08 is it the FX30 camera?
Hey salut, il parle les senseurs "APSC", qui dans ce cas incluent le FX30 😉
Fais-moi savoir si tu voudrais acheter cette caméra dans le futur, je la l'achèterai la semaine prochaine / maxi dans deux semaines
@@christofogui7036 Merci pour ton retour ! En fait je lui demandais si à 5minutes 08 c'était des images prises avec la FX30 ! La qualité est magnifique. Je pense l'acheter, j'hésitais entre la fx30 et l'A7 IV
@@leblackbo ah d'accord alors ! Je pense bien que c'est la caméra en question, étant donné que la qualité est identique à d'autres scènes où il est évident qu'il utilise la FX30. Excellente caméra en général
Thinking between this and the A7IV
Just think what you need it for
I’m stuck on the same decision. I want it for mostly video and I really don’t even need crazy amounts of info as I rather shoot HD over 4k for fun social media type stuff. So what’s better
@@amphish1 in my opinion the a7iv does better 1080p video
I have the fx3 and going to my first real estate shoot tomorrow and I need your help please
I want to shoot in bracket exposure with 5 shots but have no idea how to do it, as I only shoot video. Can you please tell me how to set it up what settings to use. Thank you!
can you shoot 3 continuous photos in bracketing mode on this camera?
Can you do hdr bracketing with this camera?
Where can I see your wildlife videos? They're so relaxing
Banding in video mode?
There Is antiflicker option as you showed on the menu. Why you did not turn IT on to avoid flicker?
Oi, legit bro - the anti flicker menu has options that can help remove banding, why not mention it? Didn't know it was there?
hey! the fx30 shoots raw? i’m a videomaker but sometimes i do shootings. its still possible to do a good work with photos too?
Good points all around. I’ve dealt with the banding on mine with fluorescents, didn’t even realize it could shoot RAW photos I might actually try it for photos now lol
This way went past my inexperience- do you mean that by shooting raw, the banding will not appear?
Use the anti flicker!
Do you have the same banding issue when shooting video with this camera? You mention you get banding shooting stills in some lighting situations. Quite interested to know since I am planning to buy one.
Yes - you still get banding in video, but it's super obvious and it has a magical anti-flicker setting that makes it all go away.
what raw type is available for fx30 ?
ProRes raw through Atomos ninja V
sorry, I meant raw type for pictures. is it compressed raw only ?@@JasonMorrisphotocinema
I use one for event photography. The banding is not a good thing. Going to get an a7iii just for my photo works
An APSC version with the A7R5 rear screen 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This would be amazing!
no use flash light ad300 type
Does this Camera Overheat on Shooting in 4k..??
No. The fan does a brilliant job
Thanks for making this video, I was worried if I buy the fx30 to be stuck with video only since I cannot get an A7iv or fx3. Now I am relieved, just some modeling shots needed not even sports or wildlife photography. What wide angle lens would you suggest for the fx30? The 16mm you mentioned is full frame or cropped?
Did you get the fx30, how is that working for photography, it's all good?, bcz I'm going to purchase tomorrow. Plz help me about it. Thank you.
But how do we fix the banding? Lol
What about sports photo ?
Is long photo exposure will be doable to fx30?
I'm wondering the same thing.
I WANT A CAMERA FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY , SHOULD I BUY THE FX30 OR THE A7IV????
Personally I’d go with the a7iv as it’s better in low light and feels better in the hand, especially with the vertical grip
@@RealThore thanks alot 🙏 for your opinion
can't use flash with fx30
Def the a7iv. I tried the fx30 and the low light capabilities for wedding are no where near the a7iv
Sony a7iv might be better.
Thanks for the info!
Hey Jason, loved the video!
how is the dynamic range in photography?
It’s relative to videography dynamic range. Very good and similar compared to a7iv but not as good as that camera
Not that good in video or photo compared to the A7iv?
@@thekidrolla the a7iv is rated to have very slightly higher dynamic range in both photo and video
Great information!
Hey man i have a question, im more towards video in my professional carrear but there are some jobs that require me to also do photography work, whats your opinion on using this camera on concerts? Let me expain, lets say im doing coverage for a band or a music festival and doing mostly video, but want to switch to take some stills, would i'd be able to capture some good stills if i crank up my shutther, lets say 1/500 or more (if i see they are moving around alot) i ask because i normaly dont even use burst mode in concerts
You could get a spare photobody and have a lens attached to it. This way whenever you see something you wanna click just switch to the photography cam and bam you are done. Get a used a6100 it's got the new af system and tbh if you don't need Ibis the a6100,a6400 and a6600 are all pretty much the same when it comes to photos
@@cherianphilip4707 i actually own a 6400 and do all my work on it, but was wondering in the go if it was possible and worth it with the fx30 💁🏻♂️
@@jp.audiovisuali have an a6400 too, did you end up getting the fx30?
Nice vid Jas
A good match against the A7IV for a hybrid shooter?
If you don’t need burst rate yes
This isn't a bad option, but the A7siii matches up darn near feature for feature, giving you an electronic viewfinder, burst frame rate of 10fps, the ability to use flash, full frame, the ability to use a same type of battery grip on both the A7siii and the A7iv, (no battery grip option for the Fx3 or fx30).
The ability to use the KVM xlr adapter to hook up xlr mics or even the KVM adapter that can come with the fx30 with a small rig cage.
The fx3 and fx30 can be used with a kvm handled adapter, but not vice versa because there is no electronic shutter or flash port.
The A7SIII can be used with the KVM that plugs into the flash socket directly or the KVM that the fx3 and fx30 uses with an optional smallrig cage and screw mount kit, giving it ultimate flexibility and this also applies to the A7IV.
I have two small rig cages for both cameras, and the kvm kit allows the fx30 and fx3 hxlr handle to work perfectly.
I own both, and they match up extremely well, especially for hybrid shooting, except in one area. The A7siii is a 12mp camera. The 12mp isn't as bad as you would think as the images coming out of it for photography are stunning. It's the crop ability.
The same thing that makes the A7siii great for video is what makes it great for photography, and that is its low light performance and iso. The A7SIII is really more versatile than even the fx3 and fx30, which is not necessarily better but more versatile. I own the A7siii and A7IV.
As Jason said the Fx30 isn't bad if you don't need the burst rate as the menu systems for the A7siii, A7IV, Fx3 and Fx30 look almost the same with the Fx3 and Fx30 having some more video features, not alot more mind you.
If price is a concern and you own an A7IV, then a plain fx3 could work for you, but for photography, the lack of the viewfinder was done on purpose. If you are just starting out and the price is a concern, then the fx30 is an outstanding option.
You can shoot photography, but it is an afterthought in the FX series as these were designed with video being the primary purpose, and there are people who have used the A7siii for wedding photography.
@@sidvicious3129 thanks for the info! Much appreciated 🙏🏼
Sony f x30 is Beautiful like yes...
But it is 1.04x sensor readout for 4k 60 not uncropped. Makes a difference when you want the widest fov your wide angle lense can do.
If you want to go that far, 35mm on Sony, Tamron, sigma are all different field of views. The field of view in degrees with vary depending on lens, this is a fact
@@JasonMorrisphotocinema Good point, most people will not mind. But it is an annoyance for me. I enjoy your videos. I am also a gym rat. maybe you could do a cinematic workout routine video at some point.
Hey Jason, I love your videos! Great video once again. Quick question, do you think FX30 can take photos of a kid who is constantly running around/moving?
No camera can do. First you need to beat the kid still. Solved it for you, and its free, there you go.
I doing think it has burst frame rate so that won’t be good
Si puedes
If I mount Full Frame lens - F1.8 - to this APS-C, will it behave like F2.9 aps-c lens?
Pressing the button up and down as a pro sports shooter is how I shoot anyway and I hit most times
What is the price of this camera?
2000
it's okay but it's not good enough. All these new fangled cameras are great for video but substandard when it comes to photography.
I agree. It is okay and like I said can get you out of a pinch. I certainly don't recommend as a sole photography camera
Lol film people dont need 1.4 full frame depth of field and me as portrait and boudoir foto/video shooter do my photos at f5.6-f8 nowadays apsc is not a disadvantage and not even the single shot does hurt me with what i do.
yeah it can take pretty good stills. ONE at a time 😂😂😂
You don’t talk anything about setting
This feel like taking Lamborghini to plow.
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And stfu but Lambo fans. My dad's tractors are more expensive than your mini car.
Only takes one picture at the time? hahahahahaha! Rubish! For 3000 Euro? No, thank you! But, thanks for letting me know about the rubish! Greetings
it’s a cinema camera. it’s not for photos
@@Eav_Prods It is written in the Tittle Sony FX30 for Photography, maybe I read wrongly, greetings!
@@papa.alfredoit's for film, it's on sonys FX line for cinema but it can also be used for photography. xx
@@144gia I answered based on the tittle of the video written by the guy. Sony FX30 for Photography, maybe I need glasses but if that is written, I have to believe that the camera is for Photography as it is written in the tittle! many greetings and thank you.
@@papa.alfredo it is written in the title because he is using it for photography but it's originally for cinematography which is why the burst photo option isn't there
how does this blogger collect such views, the value of his information is 0, he could tell the real limitations in photography, instead some nonsense about lenses
bro, time to work on that neck