Sony FX6

The Sony FX6 is reviewed in comparison to the Sony a7S III. The FX6 is described as a cinema camera version of the a7S III. The review discusses how the FX6 compares to the a7S III and which one the reviewer would choose.

The Sony FX6 is a lightweight and fully featured full-frame cinema camera. It has a larger sensor, new media options, higher frame rates, and XAVC-I 10bit 422 internal capture. The camera is small and light, with an adjustable smart grip and multiple mounting points for the monitor. It has two card slots that accept UHS-II or UHS-I SDXC cards, as well as CFexpress Type A cards for higher frame rates. The camera has flexible audio options with two XLR inputs and the ability to capture up to 4 channels at once. It has a 10.2 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS Exmor R sensor and offers S-Log3, S-Gamut3, S-Gamut3.Cine, and S-Cinetone. The FX6 features an electronic variable ND filter that allows for smooth transitions and a rack focus effect. It has fast hybrid autofocus with face-detect AF and real-time eye AF. The camera has impressive low light performance with an ISO range up to ISO 409,600. It offers multiple battery options and has a dynamic range of 15+ stops. The FX6 has a rolling shutter, but it is minimal and not a problem. It uses the Sony E Mount and has a wide range of lenses available. The FX6 is a solid cinema camera with incredible low light performance and high frame rate capture. The autofocus could be improved, but overall it is a great choice for narrative filmmaking, documentary filmmaking, run and gun videography, corporate and event videography, and marketing video production. The body of the camera is priced at $6,000, with kit options available.

The Sony FX6 is a powerful camera with a 10.2MP full-frame sensor and Bionz XR image processor. It offers 4K recording up to 120p with 10-bit 4:2:2 color depth. The camera has filmmaker-friendly features like built-in ND filters, XLR audio, and a modular design. The autofocus is impressive, with excellent tracking and face detection capabilities. The FX6 offers various recording modes, including 23.98fps and straight 24fps, and supports the widely accepted XAVC-I codec. It features S-Cinetone for a filmic look and has useful zebras for exposure monitoring. The Cine EI mode allows for log shooting and easy color grading. Overall, the FX6 delivers high-quality images and is a great addition to the Sony Cinema Line.