Sony FX3 vs Sony a9 III

Sony FX3

Sony FX3

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Sony a9 III

Sony a9 III

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Sony FX3 vs Sony a9 III

When comparing Sony a9 III and Sony FX3, which one is better?

1. Weight

Weight is really important when it comes to cameras, since you need to be able to hold it for extended periods and carry it about. Sony a9 III is the lighter camera with a weight of 617 g compared to the weight of Sony FX3 which weighs 715 g. This means that a9 III weighs 13.71% less than FX3.

Winner: Sony a9 III

Regarding weight: A heavy camera can be a pain to carry around and can also make your wrists start aching after using the camera for a long time. Just make sure that the camera you choose to buy isn't too heavy when combined with the lens you want to use.

2. Compare lens mount

Both Sony FX3 and Sony a9 III have the same lens mount; Sony E. This means that lenses with this mount will fit both cameras.

Winner: Tied

Regarding lens mount: The camera's lens mount determines which type of lenses you can attach to the camera. Popular lens mounts include Canon EF and RF, Nikon Z and F, Sigma L, Micro Four Thirds, and the professional PL mount.

3. Internal Raw Recording



Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature

Regarding internal raw recording: The ability to record raw video internally is found in cameras such as Blackmagic models. It takes up more storage space but is also more flexible afterwards. We don't think internal raw video recording is a requirement.

4. Resolution

Sony a9 III wins in terms of megapixels, with 24.6 MP megapixels compared to 12.1 MP megapixels on the Sony FX350.81% fewer.

Winner: Sony a9 III

Regarding resolution: The camera's resolution is specified in megapixels where a higher value means more data than a lower value. This doesn't mean that the camera with the most megapixels is best, but it can be interesting to compare them.


Specifications

Full specifications table of Sony FX3 and Sony a9 III:

Sony FX3 Sony a9 III
Sony FX3Sony a9 III

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BrandSonySony
Weight715 g617 g
Lens MountSony ESony E
Shutter TypeRolling ShutterGlobal Shutter
Film Camera or Still CameraCinemaStills
Digital or analogDigitalDigital
Internal Raw RecordingNoNo
StabilizationYesYes
ColourGreyBlack
Resolution12.1 MP24.6 MP
USB StreamingYesYes
AutofocusPhase Detection Autofocus, Contrast Detection AutofocusPhase Detection Autofocus, Contrast Detection Autofocus
Interchangeable lensYesMissing


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Sony FX3 and Sony a9 III was last updated on August 14, 2025.