Sony Cinema Line FX30
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Black 2016
What Buyers Say
Sony Cinema Line FX30
The Sony FX30 is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier cinema camera for its price, delivering superb image quality, excellent autofocus, and robust features like dual base ISO and XLR audio. Users highlight its value as a beginner-friendly yet professional-grade tool, with many noting it rivals more expensive models like the FX3. Minor criticisms include the lack of a viewfinder, a complicated menu system, and some software quirks, but these are largely overshadowed by its performance and versatility.
Pros
- Superb image quality
- Excellent autofocus
- Great value for price
- Dual base ISO
- XLR audio handle
Cons
- No viewfinder
- Complicated menu system
- Rolling shutter could be better
- No shutter angle option
- No open gate mode
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Black 2016
The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is widely praised as a durable, professional-grade DSLR that still holds up well in 2026, especially for landscape, wildlife, and studio work. Users love the optical viewfinder, robust build, and excellent image quality, with many preferring it over mirrorless alternatives. However, some report autofocus issues, blurry photos, and a lack of modern features like built-in GPS on other models, leading to mixed feelings for a few.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Durable and weather-sealed build
- Optical viewfinder experience
- Reliable autofocus for most uses
- Great value for price
Cons
- Autofocus issues in some units
- Blurry photos reported
- Heavy body
- Paint wears off
- No modern mirrorless features
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Exmor R CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 26 MP | 30.399999618530273 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | DIGIC 6+ |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF) | Phase Detection: 61 (41 Cross-Type) |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 120 fps★ | 7 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | MOV/MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots★ | 1.6M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.65 kg★ | 0.80 kg |
| Battery Life | 570 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | ✗ |
| USB | USB Type-C | Micro-USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1★ |
| HDMI | HDMI Type-A | Mini-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Cinema Line FX30
- Strong burst (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Black 2016
- Strong video (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong evf (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average affordability (30th percentile)
Pricing
Sony Cinema Line FX30 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 16 of 33 specs.
