Sony has officially unveiled the FX2, the latest addition to its Cinema Line series, targeting filmmakers, content creators, and film students with a compelling blend of professional features and accessible pricing. The camera represents a significant evolution from the popular FX3, incorporating lessons learned from Sony's Alpha series while maintaining the compact form factor that made its predecessor successful.
Pricing and Availability
- Body Only: USD 2,700 (~RM 11,460)
- With XLR Handle: USD 3,100 (~RM 13,160)
- Availability: August 2025
- Target Markets: Film students, content creators, independent filmmakers
- Storage: CFexpress Type A (same as FX3)
Enhanced Design with Integrated Electronic Viewfinder
The FX2 builds upon the FX3's foundation but introduces a crucial upgrade that many videographers have been requesting: a built-in tilting electronic viewfinder. This 3.68M-dot EVF significantly improves usability in various shooting conditions, particularly in bright outdoor environments where LCD screens can be difficult to see. The camera also features a fully articulating rear LCD with 1.03M-dot resolution, providing flexibility for different shooting angles and positions.
Professional Imaging Capabilities
At the heart of the FX2 lies a 33-megapixel full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor, the same imaging chip found in Sony's acclaimed Alpha 7 IV camera. Paired with the Bionz XR processor, this combination delivers up to 15 stops of dynamic range and supports Dual Base ISO settings of 800 and 4000 when recording in S-Log3. The camera supports 4:2:2 10-bit All-Intra recording internally and can capture still images in JPEG or HEIF formats even during video recording.
Advanced Video Recording Features
The FX2 offers versatile recording options, with full-width 4K capture available at up to 30fps, while 4K 60fps recording utilizes an APS-C crop similar to Super 35mm format. For high-end productions, the camera supports external RAW recording at 4.7K resolution, though this requires an external recorder as the internal CFexpress Type A slot doesn't support RAW recording. The inclusion of a mechanical shutter helps reduce rolling shutter artifacts, a common concern in video production.
Recording Capabilities
- Internal Recording: 4:2:2 10-bit All-Intra
- 4K Full-Width: Up to 30fps
- 4K APS-C Crop: Up to 60fps (Super 35 mode)
- External RAW: 4.7K resolution (requires external recorder)
- Dynamic Range: Up to 15 stops
- Dual Base ISO: 800 and 4000 (S-Log3)
- Audio: 32-bit float recording capability
Enhanced Cooling and Professional Controls
Learning from the thermal limitations of its predecessor, Sony has equipped the FX2 with an active cooling fan system, enabling extended recording sessions without overheating concerns. The camera features dedicated video controls including a prominent record button, movie/photo toggle switch, and multiple 1/4-inch mounting points for accessories. A full-size HDMI port and custom video-centric menu interface further enhance the professional workflow experience.
Key Specifications Comparison
| Feature | Sony FX2 | Sony FX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R | 12MP Full-frame Exmor R |
| Electronic Viewfinder | 3.68M-dot tilting EVF | None (external optional) |
| 4K Recording | 30fps full-width, 60fps APS-C crop | 60fps full-width |
| Cooling System | Built-in active fan | Passive cooling |
| Mechanical Shutter | Yes | No |
| Price (Body Only) | USD 2,700 | USD 3,898 (launch price) |
Intelligent Autofocus and Stabilization
The FX2 incorporates Sony's Real-time Recognition AF technology, capable of identifying and tracking people, animals, birds, insects, and vehicles. AI-powered auto-framing functionality is included, though it applies a crop to the image. A new Dynamic Active Mode provides enhanced image stabilization for handheld shooting, also with a slight crop factor to accommodate the stabilization processing.
Pricing and Availability
Sony has positioned the FX2 competitively in the market with two configuration options. The body-only version is priced at USD 2,700, while a bundle including the optional XLR handle will retail for USD 3,100. Both configurations are expected to arrive in August 2025, with regional pricing to be announced by local Sony divisions. This pricing strategy places the FX2 significantly below earlier predictions of USD 3,500, making it more accessible to independent filmmakers and content creators.