The Sony FX3 is the predecessor to the updated Sony FX3A Full-Frame Cinema Camera. Due to manufacturer discontinuation, we may contact you to send the updated version instead. Key features include:
Compact full frame cinema camera, native E-Mount
UHD 4K up to 120 | 1080p up to 240
10-Bit 4:2:2 XAVC S-I, 16-Bit RAW Output
Netflix approved camera
Yes! As of Q1 2026, the Sony FX3 appears on the list of approved cameras for Netflix. We expect this list to be updated regularly.
You can access the Netflix production guide for the FX3 here!
We regularly free-upgrade folks who order this version to the respective Sony FX3A version of the product. If you are renting the first generation, and you definitely don’t want to receive the updated version at no additional charge, please tell us in the special instructions box or by contacting us with your order number (or both!).
By default, this camera’s internal temperature limit is set to 77°F.
You can solve most overheating issues by following these steps to change the default internal temperature limit to 104°F: Press MENU → [Setup] → [Power Setting Option] → [Auto Power OFF Temp.] → High.
Yes. You’ll need an ATOMOS Ninja V and an HDMI cable to record RAW video from the Sony FX3.
| Brand | Sony |
| Camera Mount | Sony E |
| Camera Type | Cinema |
| Compatible Media | CFexpress Type A and SD |
| Item Type | Camera |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 4K |
| Physical | Dimension
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| Recording Formats | XAVC HS/XAVC S-I/XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit: |
| Brand | Sony |
| Camera Mount | Sony E |
| Camera Type | Cinema |
| Compatible Media | CFexpress Type A and SD |
| Item Type | Camera |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 4K |
| Physical | Dimension
|
| Recording Formats | XAVC HS/XAVC S-I/XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit: |