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- Hi Everyone. So recently bought a sony fx30 in a bid to shrink down all my camera gear. I hate having too many cams and was looking for a cam that can do it all to try and simplify my work.
SOLD MY BMPCC4K FOR SONY FX30
#sonyfx30 #sony #sonyfx3
When I heard about the FX30 I knew a lot of people were going to move from the pocket 4K/6K. It’s pretty much what folks were asking for. I’m not at all interested in Sony beyond the Venice, but I can give roses where they are due. All I really care about is you being happy and doing your thing. And it sounds like you are!!!
For real, us Blackmagic users are comfortable with crop sensors and we usually buy cams around the fx30 price so I agree with your thoughts.
Thank you mate 🙌🏾
I couldn’t do it. If the rolling shutter doesn’t get better and no built in ND than it ain’t an upgrade
Beautiful opening sequence and I loved the music! Sony cameras aren’t cheap but the value for money in their recent lineup is outstanding :-)
Thank you so much. The cams aren't cheap at all but I agree with what you say. Hopefully they continue down this rd 🙌🏾
Excellent footage.
I picked up my FX30 a few weeks ago. I'm already shooting a web series with it. It really is an excellent camera. I, too, used to have the BMPCC4K. But, the FX30 is really a great choice.
Great video! 🥳
FX30 seems like a steal if you want reliable AF!
I’m gonna wait until the rumored Q1 announcement from Panasonic and if there’s no PDAF I’ll happily buy a FX30!
Thank you. Yes I'm looking forward to that too. Would love an updated S5 with phase detection.
I was very intrigued by your mystical/surrealist opening sequence. Well done!
Thank you 🙌🏾🙌🏾
you truly are a camera connoisseur brother.the shots are incredible absolutely smashed it with the opening👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾
Thank you my bro, yes you know this is a way of life for us now 🙌🏾
Footage looks super clean brother! You’ve made a great investment with the fx30! Sony has def been killing it as well with their cameras. Can’t wait to see everything you do with it!
Thank you brother, yes I think it's a good investment too. I feel confident about going forwards with this 🙌🏾🙌🏾
The footage looks so good! Sony has really been killing it with all these new cameras for sure
Hey Nigel, yes they're definitely doing a great job. For my first try I'm really pleased with it...still haven't tried the normal modes yet so looking forward to that.
As long as the client likes it. Thats the main thing. To get the job done.
That Helios on Sony Really looks Awesome!👌I hope the threads are fine, for I saw when you took it out from the speedbooster there seems to be material strings.🤔👍
Yes really nice combination 🙌🏾 that was and elastic band...just for a tighter fit, nothing to worry about lol
I’ve just reverted back to canon. I took delivery of my R7 today. The thing I missed the most was the menus.
How you finding it? My pal is in 2 minds about r7 Vs fx30 but he's mainly a canon shooter.
First impressions, it’s a big camera compared to my a6400. I like my kit small for travelling.
Although I haven’t really had a chance to use it properly, I am having issues importing clips/images to Lightroom and FCPX. I think my mac is too old to recognise the codecs. I think it’ll be a good hybrid camera once I’ve sorted the above issues out.
You've regressed back to canon .
It's a great demo video... and the following break down is straight-up and honest and a real user assessment...
Thank you Michael, I'm glad you got value from this. I did fear it was a bit breif but so glad to read this comment.
Please do a video on your cine mod 44-2, I myself have a 3d printed one but it looks nothing like yours (looks more like a toy). But I still use it all the time:D great video man!
Thank you Dennis, yes I will definitely do a video on that mod. I use mine a lot too and think it's great
Please make the video of the 3D printed Helios housing. I have made one in the pst and it was so cheap looking I hated it. But yours looks amazing!
Will do, that's coming in about a week. I must say that the process the guy does is very involved so not necessarily a DIY job but I'll try to go in-depth.
This video made me a subscriber.
I totally agree with everything you said, but the conclusion in the end is like icing on the cake.
Thank you Mario, very much appreciate the sub and glad we're on the same page regarding Sony 🙌🏾
I gave my Pocket 4k away and bought an FX30 for the easier workflow. Being a one man band, auto focus is definitely important to have. Never going back!
Totally understandable 👌🏾
I almost bought the fx30, but I decided to make my main camera the Panasonic s5, and I keep my Sony a6400 around when I need extra reach, or if I need critical auto focus for some reason, which is rare for me, I use manual focus most of the time. But I'm sure the fx30 is an incredible camera. Your footage looks really awesome. Thanks for sharing
I understand why. The S5 is great for so many scenarios and like you I still manual focus for most work so it's a no brainer.
The fx30 did make a recent job so much easier though and I was super grateful for the AF 😅
Thank you 🙌🏾
@@Altcine Amazing camera as well. No doubt. 🙏✊
Yes i‘m still happy with my GH5s. But only two things i need to upgrade.
1) shooting bigger than 4k, so i could render in 4k and record at 5.7 or 6k. What a GH6 can deliver perfectly with open gate.
2) a real good autofocus for following people in gimbal shots. That will the FX30 the best candidate for.
So if no manufacturer will offer both, i do have to make my decision in wich one i will invest.
Both is no solution for different cfexpress formats, cards, card readers and so on.
Thanks for your video. It will quit help me to get a look on to the FX30 from a BM switcher😂
That intro isamazing! The light in that park (when you said it was a local park in London I was like, what?) looks so, so good. Loved the shots in the parking garage, too. Really, really nice. I wonder if Sigma will ever update the 18-35 for mirrorless systems?
Thanks Phillip, yeah just one of our parks 😁
I really hope sigma will do an e-mount version of the 18-35. It works well with the Mc11 adapter but it's far too noisy for AF.
Same here, the AF noise with the 18-35 is almost comical. I've been shooting on those lenses with my C70's and the constant grinding is irritating, ok for pure B-roll scenes but on the FX30 it seems to be grinding away all the time. Annoyingly, the MC11 will not work with any EF glass in AF so... I have ordered an alternative AF EF-E-mount adaptor so will report in when it lands from the Amazon gods. @@Altcine
There is a difference between the image out of a full frame sensor and a cropped sensor. At its simplest the full frame sensor would make people the dominant presence in the frame. But, congratulations on your purchase. Another, great choice is the A7iv. The biggest let down is that the Fx30 don't have raw still image capability. That's Sony's cripple handle to save the A7iv.
There's RAW stills on the FX30
Full frame definitely looks nice but you can still isolate subjects with apsc. Not that I do too often and never really did it on S5 as I kinda hated that super shallow dof.
I've been so impressed with the fx30...it's really changed a lot for me.
Yes that's right.
$2300 in Canada WITHOUT the xlr adapter….however the fx3 is 5 grand, so 2300 is quite a steal 😂 I’d love to go full frame but I’m pretty invested in the apsc glass. I really want an fx30 to replace my a6100
Gosh, you guys have it bad too. Apsc is fine too, no problems if you a decent range of focal lengths.
I'd definitely get a speedbooster though for manual focus and that extra stop of light. So many metabones for sale in UK for cheap at the moment so I'm sure you'll find them too.
Someone prob already mentioned it but US prices don’t include tax. You then have to add the tax rate which depends on which state it’s being purchased in. So the price difference ends up being much less than what it seems at first glance.
That’s P diddy picture killing me
Looool 🤣🤣
I can't stop watching your content. You ate best. Straight to point.❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much man. That means a lot ❤️❤️❤️
oh and I got the 15mm f1.4 G, the autofocus is STUPID FAST, and the Sigma 18-35mm works as native with the MC11 adapter in terms of autofocus, I'm a 99% manual focus shooter but the FX30 with that AF makes it so easy, its a nice feeling let me tell you ...
😁😁 yes mate, a very good feeling! The bits in the carpark were filmed by my friend who has very little experience but with the AF you can't miss.
I've been looking at some g lenses. 15mm would be ideal. I'll wait though as this package is quite pricey.
@@Altcine yeah I know, that’s the only G lens I own currently, because I got the MC11 adapter for $100 so I figured, what better lens than the 18-35mm ? Plus that 15mm f1.4 and soon (after I recuperate from the investment) the Sigma 56mm f1.4 and I’m pretty much done 👌🏻
Pretty sure the 18-35 is also parfocal with with MC11. And yes the AF is amazing, if rather noisy (it’s an old lens)
really interesting. I just picked up the sony fx30 as my first 'proper' camera to start my youtube journey with. loving it so far
I'm glad you like it, such an underrated camera.
I was close to buying the fx30 so I rented it for a job. It was amazing to work with but the image quality just really didn't stand up to blackmagic.
Despite all the hassle,the final product is worth it for me to keep shooting on the pocket
Bro, I totally understand. There's nothing wrong with the 4k image....infact it still beats most of the latest cameras out there. If we're talking purely image...I've nothing bad to say.
@@Altcine absolutely get your perspective on it. I did pick up a camera more in the vein of fx30 for AF jobs just went with the S5IIX since I already had L mount glass.
Been watching your videos for a while now, appreciate them a lot!
0:57 Cole Power is London's answer to John Woo(pigeons/doves interchangeable)
3.53 First "absolutely amazing" of the vid ;)
.and...we get to see your dance/drumming as the video opens :).
Nice review as always, much better than a lot of vids out there and some real world examples. Good work dude!
John woo 😁🙌🏾🙌🏾 thanks bro. Can't wait to shoot with this cam more
This is some of the best coloring I've seen so far of fx30 footage 😯
Ahhh thank you so much. That makes me feel confident as it's my first time with cine-ei and sony
thankfully i got 3 of them 6k pro, 4k and the fx30, glad i hold back on selling my p4k. Bm still eats fx30s image quality
I'm saving up for this camera. I don't have "Sony Land" money, but this will be the camera I upgrade to. I'm currently shooting on a Canon T7i. That camera is the reason I learned as much as I could about lighting to get the most out of it. Thanks for this review. Your footage looks great! Thanks again.
Thank you for the comment. Yes it's pricey but definitely worth saving up for. You did it right by learning about light first....I did it the other way and ended up very frustrated that my footage never looked that great.
Learning light can transform even the most basic cams. I waited to shoot this video just because of the way the sun hits at this particular woodland spot and would give me enough to work with. Hopefully you get yours soon.
Wow! What an opening
Hey Justin, thank you brother 🙌🏾
For grab n shoot (and photos, too) FX30 just can't be beat as top vfm.
Other factors too, battery life etc etc.
Absolutely, these camera's really speed up creation.
@@Altcine you are a great creator, stay blessed and keep up the good work brother!
@@georgefromgreece4119 I feel very humbled by this comment my brother. Thank you so much 🙏🏾🙌🏾
This is definitely for everyone. Doesn't look cinematic than bmp image, doesn't come close. But It's for life betterment and ease of use is where it shines. Why not fx3 tho?
Yeah I hear that and agree on this particular shoot but I will try some film looks on it soon.
Yeah the switch is definitely for the better, I've only shot one movie this year, the rest has been weddings, corporate etc so my p4k footage was often toned down in order to have that clean look.
Another reason I'm keeping my S5 & video assist is because I think it can produce a good filmic image but I also have the option for a more corporate looking image.
Ps, the fx3 is a bit more than I wanted to spend. I think it's great but the FX30 is more than enough.
Totally enjoyed the video Brother!!!! I’m ready to go in woods and start dancing myself now🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥I’ve been looking at this camera myself lately!! After seeing this it’s a no brainer. Always love your stuff!!! Can’t wait to see what’s next🙌🏾!!
Hey bro, yes go and set yourself free in nature 🤣
It's a great little cam and I don't regret buying it one bit. I'm sure you'd love it too 🙌🏾
I bought mine used for $1300 or about £1050, been a great camera!
Damn! That is cheap
wow so clean great job. This FX30 is a great camera for sure and I think it's prety cheap to own since it'll hold value very very well.
Thank you. Yes I think it'll definitely hold value. Used it today on a shoot and it made things extremely easy, no messing about 🙌🏾
If you loved the fx30 you’re gonna love the fx6 for full frame camera.
Yeah I can imagine 😁 my bank account keeps telling me I don't need it.
Looking to pair fx30 with the fx6 but it’s killing me thats its not full frame
Lovely footage. I am loving my fx30, and Sonys new LUTS, the new ones from Josh Pines, look really nice with this camera. The lo-con and 50 50 LUTS are great.
Thank you so much. It's such a great camera and I can see why you love it. I downloaded those luts too but haven't used them yet...glad to hear they work well.
So tempting, I felt like I need to switch to Sony couple weeks ago when I went abroad... my bmpcc4k wasn't practical and isn't great for a quick, grab out the bag n shoot, its taken the fun out of shooting lol
Yes bro, I know what you mean. My friend tried to stop me but I just had enough of taking 5+ batteries or rigging.
Nice video mate, great to hear another southern British accent on TH-cam hahaha!
Hi Josh, I watch a lot of your S5 videos and they were extremely helpful. I really should comment more to show support as your content was a big help to me.
Would love to shoot a video with you 😁🙌🏾
Holy crap, what you just said I was thinking the same thing and bought the FX30, coming from the Olympus and Pockets!
Haha madness but makes sense right! What do you think of the FX30?
Investing on bmpcc4k was one of my major mistake of a life
- worst battery
- ir filters get corrosion after 1-2 year
-very limited numbers of service centres
- heavy and not portable
- m4/3 too small sensor for low light
- worst IR pollution noise
- speedbooster kills the sharpness of footages if u want to use ef mount lenses
Do not recommend black magic conpany to anyone who is starting his career with first cinema camera , sony are portable good support , alot ppl use you may have easy support from the alot of ppl and good service centres .
The camera should be portable to use and something fast , after all u need a camera that makes ur work done , what u gonna do with 12bit footage if the camera is too headache to handle
Sure the camera helps but you're clearly a bad ass to make it look that good.
Thank you Jackson, I'm flattered 🙌🏾🙌🏾
The footage is breathtakingly beautiful- the color, the depth, the feel of it. Is that an Iron Glass housed Helios you’re using? I’d be interested in your take on why the high-frame footage was noisy. Please let us know what you find when you figure it out. All the best!
Thank you so much, you're very kind. Yes I really agree with you on the footage, not because it's mine but just how the Sony sLog3 CineEi renders the images...I think it's great for modern cineematography.
No that's not ironglass, I wish it was but it's a bit pricey for me. This is actually a 3d printed housing that's finished to a high standard by a company called Cinehouseings. I'm going to squeeze in a quick review before Christmas before I start travelling.
@@Altcine 3D printed! It looks so smooth. I have a Helios 44/2, and the image is fantastic, but when putting together a run-and-gun BGH1 kit I discovered that the front zoom mechanism is a little fragile for hanging matte boxes without rails: it has enough play to affect image. I look forward to your review. Have a lovely holiday!
THIS video is what we needed!!!
Respect my bro 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Great shots ! May I ask which picture profile was used?
Thank you. I used CineEi and thats sLog3. I think I could get a lot more out of it but this really was my first time shooting with Sony.
Great video 🎥! I also sold my Blackmagic and went over to a Fujifilm X-T4 😅.
Thank you. I have a pal that uses xt3 and he actually matches it well with p4k. I don't think you made a bad choice, I think xt4 is great and if it makes you more productive then that's better than raw specs.
@@Altcine ah interesting, i had that exact same combo and decided to go for the xt-4 to replace them both.
I love my blackmagic 6k but I really want this camera
Blackmagic make awesome cams, even though I sold it I'd still recommend them to people. Still excellent camera's and I'm glad they exist.
@@Altcine absolutely 💯
The intro sequence is just EPIC!
I mean the image looks great I can't lie, it's really sharp
Hey man, yes it's really sharp and a good base to start from. I use Davinci resolve glow plug-in a lot and it's good combination with this cam.
@@Altcine brother now ill end up buying one 😂 I love your style and approach to filming so 2k for this has got to be because you are really blown away.
@@Altcine whats your IG by the way o dont see it anywhere
I have to agree here too, as a first time Sony owner too, I love my FX30, this is from another Sony Hater, I've used plenty Sony cameras, basically all the APSC line, some FF like the A7III. A7SIII (this one was pretty good but not enough) but the FX30 is different, just the layout itself, its better than the A7SIII for a video shooter and the FX3 is the same too, I own the GH6 and it is superior in many ways (most actually) but... the FX30 is simple, and delivers amazing footage without much effort, I really really like it, great video man.
Totally get you, we're definitely on the same page. Like you I've dabbled but mine was only 10mind here and there and I thought nope. But this form factor and image is really good.
I feel like I could grab 2 batteries and the cam and shoot a full wedding.
@@Altcine 100% on the same page 😂
I bought the fx30 and 4 days after it arrived I got a good deal on the a7siii , I have both camera and the a7siii is slightly better than the fx30 .
Ooooooh Pweshusssss!
Buying a new camera is very invigorating esp if you’ve done your research as opposed to an impulse/ influenced buy!
same issue here for 100fps , seen lots of others reporting the same on the net. Great camera though
Ahhh thank you for the confirmation, I was sure I had things set correctly. I may switch to normal sLog profile when doing 100fps and see if that helps.
Thinking about this for the battery life and AF but hard to get over the fact that I’m gonna now lose like $800 and the fx30 really needs an atomos (another $400 used) to truly be a cinema camera (better codecs & monitoring tools)
Keeping my BMPCC4K and getting a FX30. The BM looks just so different and cinematic. And it's not worth much so having the option to use it is better than the cash.
I totally understand that, you'll have the best of both worlds.
Makes perfect sense
i was considering a Sony too, because finally, AF is becoming so good and usable even in short films. But for the moment, I will keep my S5
Yeah definitely keep S5, it's a different beast for sure.
@@Altcine yeah, full frame, but I wish it was reliable with the Prores Raw… not very professional, I hate problem like that, it seems it comes from the Atomos.
Great video. The Sony 28/2 is highly underrated. It’s a favorite of mine.
Thank you 🙌🏾 yes it's a really good lens. I love that the AF is super reliable with such a cheap lens
phwoar that’s quality intro 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you Billy 🙌🏾🙌🏾
The FX30 is just another mirrorless with some optimization for video. It has truly terrible rolling shutter issues and that pretty much leaves it well behind some better choices. For not a lot more money you can pick up a used Sony FS5 MKII, which will outshoot the FX30 all day. Add the Atomos recorder to the FS5 and you now have 12 bit color prores RAW and a sensor with fast enough readout to minimize the rolling shutter problems. Better way to go!
Totally understand your thoughts. I'm not sure how many of my videos you've watched but I've owned many cams in the past and was looking for something that can speed up my work rate and help me carry less gear on jobs. I've owned 2 atomos ninja but always sold them...mainly because I'm a resolve user and ProRes raw files are too big.
The only time rolling shutter has been a problem for me is in weddings when people use flash but other than that it doesn't really affect my work. I'm just happy I have a small cam thats very capable.
@@Altcine Understood and for low end content makers, an FX30 is fine. But for filmmakers, it's a C level cam at best or even a crash cam. When doing simple pick-ups for a short film project, our DP absolutely would use a FX30. We did use the F55 MK II, FX6 and FS6. While the FX30 is a solid bit of kit, it's also a entry point that won't suit a lot of types of work.
Great video!
Just got a FX30 for the very same reasons.
Thank you. I think you'll love it! I've just bought my second one as it's such a great affordable bit of kit.
No, it’s not cheap, but it’s a hell of a value!
Very true!!! You definitely see where your money goes.
It's cheap for a camera
Blackmagic is cheap 😅
@@Altcine black magics are super cheap but the no auto focus makes it hard for run and gun music videos shoots .
You use Davinci? You have my approval.
Thank you 🙌🏾 yes Fulltime Davinci now. Moved from fcpx
Great video thanks 👍
Thank you 🙏🏾
Great vid, thanks.
Thank you Lance
Fx30 dream camera for real
Yes it's great. Crop sensor or not...it's such a great tool.
Wow" start and to the point, my brother hear me when I say you GOT THIS FX 30 THING ON LOCK!!! Great information thank you brother! I'll be looking for more from you for sure!
Great to hear your thoughts on the FX30 haven't shot on Sony since the A7sii but the FX30 does look super interesting. Might have to rent it to play around with it.
Also loving the Helios cine modded lens you have. Was shooting with mine (unmodded) the other day and was wishing it was easier to shoot with.
How are you finding the Artisans?
Thank you for checking out my video. From what I've been told the CineEi is a step up from older Sony profiles but I'm no expert in that area.
Yeah Helios mods are fantastic and definitely make them more useable...such a fantastic lens.
7artisans is great. I love that it combines the best of both vintage look but clean at the same time.
IMCE, i was thinking about FX30 but BMPCC4k was in my mind
Bmpcc4k is fantastic.... honestly. The only thing I'd consider is if you don't mind rigging & AF. Also you have a greater choice of affordable recording media with the p4k which can really keep costs low.
We pay in Austria 2300 Euros, that a big difference
I’ve been waiting for this. Thank you
Hey Michael, glad to see you here my bro. Decided to keep it a little light for this review. I will do one more follow-up in about a month before I take a break from TH-cam
Amazing video man! Love using the FX30. It’s incredible for the price
Amazing, which lens bro
Thank you 😁 I did mention all three lenses I used in the opening video. Sigma, Helios & Sony fe 28mm
I would sell the Pocket 4 because of MFT sensor. As a filmmaker, it severely limits my work. Blackmagic 6K/Pro I would prefer because it has much better colors and image in my opinion. The Sony image doesn't look cinematic to me, it looks plasticky. The exception might be SLOG3.
I keep hearing about how "cinematic" the BM cameras look but I havent seen any examples that confirm this. Can you give me an example of footage that confirms this? (I have watched all of the test footage on BMs own store page and it was less than stellar IMO)
I have seen some great stuff but I don't know, cinematic is such a broad term nowadays.
Thanks ! Which cage please ?
This is a nicey rig cage but not sure I'd recommend it. I've already ordered the Tilta to replace this and smallrig have a new cage which is nicely contoured.
I went with Tilta though because it looks more boxy
@@Altcine Thanks !
I'm enjoying your videos. Creative and informative. I have a S5 and S1, and as much as I love them (image, ergo, reliability, Lumix lenses) I have found that the AF has been getting in the way for several quick turnaround jobs. I shoot mainly manual but there are times when AF is necessary. How do you feel the FX30 and S5 compare as far a ergonomics, lowlight, image quality, ease of use/ergo? I'm waiting for Panasonic's S series announcement in early 2023 to see whether I stick or twist! I'd love a S5 with Sony AF.
Awesome video! Just wondering what it’s like matching the colors with the Lumix s5 footage?
Thank you. I'm planning to take a break from TH-cam soon but that's definitely one video I plan to release asap before I take a break.
Interesting. I have the BMPCC4K and just got in a Metabones 0.64x Nikon F to MFT BMPCC4K version. I will let you know what I think of it vs my Viltrox 0.71x budget booster. I was just looking at maybe the full frame Sony FX3, not the FX30.. same idea, just full frame for a series of projects of mine. For my projects, needs to be a solid raw for grading. I used to print color images (enlargers and paper chemicals not printer) from negative and positives. I'm fast and fairly good so working with Davinci Resolve BRAW wasn't intimidating, it was almost like coming home. That being said what I'm shooting is vintage full frame lenses or recreations (tomography, Lensbaby etc) and now looking at Meyer-Optik Gorlitz recreations..... they look impressive though I have yet to see one in person.
Anyway going a question. with your new Sony do you do any external RAW recording? If so how does it grade for you? I think depending upon recorder you can go ProRes RAW or BRAW?
great video, how is the AF with the Metabones and 18-35 comapred to the kit lens? i have a 18-35 and tempted tp sell my G9 to get the FX30🤩
Thank you. I think it's useable with certain high contrast items on a tripod but I wouldn't rely on it for face or body tracking.
The 50mm 1.8 & 28mm f2 are quite cheap though and definitely good enough to get you working.
I just got a fx30 - but I live in Japan so way to change the menu to english yet ahah. I also own a bmpcc 4k but I'm on fence about selling it. I love the simple UI, the manual everything... I might change my mind soon who knows ahah.
Great video 👍🏻 I have the FX6 and I am searching for a b-cam 🎥 the fx30 would be a great option 😀 best cinematic greetings from germany
Hey man, greetings from London and thank you 🙌🏾 ahhh the fx6, how is it? I desperately want to try that camera now. I think the fx6 and fx30 would be great together
I AM A SONY LOVER BUT IT IS AS YOU SAY YOU PAY DOUBLE TAXES FOR THE PRODUCT AND THE NAME BUT THEY ARE VERY GOOD ONCE YOU BUY THEM YOU WILL CONTINUE💙💙💙💙
Yep agreed. I tried to put it off but I knew I'd get here one day. And yes, I can see myself buying more... eyeing up that fx6 😅
Your comment is so loud!! 🙉😂
Yes, I think this camera is Sony’s take on blackmagic cameras.
Yes definitely. I think it's a great move
So good! Great review and such inspiring footage. Can you use autofocus on the Helios?!
Thanks for the content. I’ve been researching and debating wether I should pick up a FX30. Is there an overwhelming reason as to why I should pick this up over an a7iv?
I think the only real reason is if you need a hybrid for photos and obviously the low light performance. If you've got the cash for fast fullframe glass the a7iv is a good cam but fx30...the choice for affordable, fast good glass is endless.
Killing it with your passion dude.
What a terrible decision lol comparing the menu along and saying you got impressed by looking at it is so disrespectful 😂 I’ve been shooting Sony for 4 years and I still get confused with the menu
Looool yeah I heard the Sony menu used to be bad but this fx30 is quite easy...one day and I knew where everything was. Plus setting up the custom functions is very handy but nothing will ever touch blackmagic menu.
Nice video, I think im definitely going to rent this camera and give it a go
Sir you have a really pleasant voice and accent
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I'm about to do the same. The Autofocus is a deal breaker.
BTW, the sample film at the beginning of this video was beautifully shot.
Thank you 🙌🏾 yeah the AF. It's good that these camera's force you to learn MF but good AF can speed up your workflow 10x
@@Altcine Yes! I have learned to nail focus, but there is no "Run and Gun" with BMPCC.
Yep totally agree.
Sonys not really that expensive in comparison to other top brand brands especially for the quality
Gotcha, I think it's just that I'm used to cheaper cams as a freelancer but I'm starting to realise that they are worth the money.
@@Altcine Had to rewatch Mate intro was insane! Colours were 👌. I have the A7IV but the FX30 has turnt my head. I don’t know if it’s subconscious messing with me but the out the FX30 has a more filmic quality than the A7IV.
Super advice! Did I saw a gh6 in the video, was that yours?
Thank you Martin. No the GH6 wasn't mine, I was borrowing it from a friend whilst trying to decide between S5 & GH6. I went S5 in the end.
@@Altcine nice video I liked it...about Sony I am still on edge...I have already for multicam half Pana Half BMPCC4K,6K but for now I low the most S5 with BM video assist it is just perfect
Even I bought a second S5...but we'll still interested with Sony...so maybe FX30...
@@filipmichalsaffray441 agreed bro, I said the same thing to a guy recently about S5 & VA. He said the p4k is better but I love the S5 combo more....the 5.9k looks super clean, detailed but not clinical.
What was the deciding factor for you in regards to not getting audio handle?
I personally purchased with handle
I bought the XLR1 for the Panasonic and realised it's only going to be useful for sit down type footage.
I'm no expert in audio but after testing the rode videomic go 2 with 3.5 mic Vs ntg2 through xlr it wasn't a crazy difference so I thought I may aswell use that
Sony xlr may be be better than Panasonic but but due to my tests and the look of the Sony xlr setup I don't think it'll give me many benefits.
Good video, like the cuts at the beginning.
Love your videos, and this one is a cracker.
Which sd cards did you use?
Thank you so much 😁 at the moment I use a Teemgroup v60 & Kingston v90.
Neither are fast enough for highest quality but they'll do for now.
do you think the sony codex, better than Braw and even 6k pocket Braw??
Hmmm, honestly....no, BUT I think you can get extremely close. If you shoot films then the Blackmagic might be a better option.
After using cine ei Slog I think I'd be comfortable shooting a film with this but also great for all types of work.
I'll definitely try a film look in the next few days and upload it.
@@Altcine looking foward, i find the fx30 cool , i shoot indoors mostly hard to find reviews that dont run and gun
Yeah same problem I had. I actually cut a bit from this video criticising the plethora of run/gun. People don't really spend £2k+ to do such videos....I'd comfortably assume most are serious creators and we need to see how far this apsc sensor can go.
Nice clip 👍🏼 What are the lenses you used ? Are these all tripod and handheld ?
2k is not cheap for cinema quality camera? come on
😅😅 I'm a cheapskate . The body alone costs more than my S5, video assist and native l mount lens.
Welcome to team Sony!!! I would suggest looking into the phantom luts, it will turn your little fx30 into a baby arri Alexa
Also the best Sony APSC lenses are as follows:
Sigma 18-50mm f2.8
Viltrox 13mm f1.4
Sigma 56mm prime f1.4
Tamron 11-20mm f2.8
Cheers mate
Hey, thank you 🙌🏾 I'll try those luts for sure and that viltrox 13mm sounds ideal 👌🏾
@@Altcine i'm personally saving up for the viltrox 13mm myself. Have fun exploring the Sony system. welcome to the fun!
Great video man! I'm looking for reviews, comparisons etc. of cameras for weeks and I can't decide if I want to buy a Lumix S5 with 50mm for €1699 or the FX30 body for €2299 (here in the Netherlands). I'm coming from Lumix (G80) so I (was) am a Sony hater as well. I really like the af of the FX30 but the ibis and colours of the Lumix S5 and prince are amazing. What would you go for?
FF is always going to be better quality but I would honestly get the FX30 just because of the lenses and ecosystem. You can get any used Sony and it will use the same lenses and have very similar profiles. Sigma, Viltrox and Samyang autofocus lenses have gear value.
The S5 is a great price and great image quality and it is a very hard choice and hard for me to give advice.
I really think it comes down to what you're shooting. The S5 would be great for most content and it's lowlight image is excellent but like the comment above...the fx30 is extremely handy and super easy to use.
I also must say that the Panasonic is easier to work with in terms of SD cards, editing etc.
I'm using v90 in the fx30 but I still need to buy more expensive ones for the highest quality.
To, me they both produce an equally great image and can easily be adapted to fit lots of lenses so I'd say let the budget, lowlight and AF reliability choose for you.
@@Altcine I am doing fine with V60 and even V30 cards. BTW I bought a second hand ninja V kit and the guy forgot to erase his Panasonic S5 footage. It looked really really good, no doubt. I shoot Cine EI slog3 to the cards and at the same time record proxy versions with the LUT baked in in the Atomos (HD). Most of the time those HD Atomos prores version is what I end up using. It's so creamy