Name: FDR-X3000
Brand: Sony
SKU: 271264
Rating: 4.0 (56 reviews)

4.0

based on all reviews

enabling stable one-fingered monitoring and operation of the FDR
features Build quality and handling Performance
greater details

blutooth and capacitive touchscreen does not work underwater
Sony are not as good as those from the less expensive
Underwhelming still image quality

Image stabilizer: yes
Built-in display: yes
Sensor type: CMOS
Effective pixels: 8.2 Mpx

Sony FDR-X3000 - Pros & Cons

enabling stable one-fingered monitoring and operation of the FDR
features Build quality and handling Performance
greater details
great noise reduction
and richer contrasts
superb video quality and resolution
good and great footage
noise and bump reductions are extremely impressive
Audio Quality Audio quality is reasonable with the built in microphone
Voices come across smoothly and clearly
s still a great camera and a viable alternative to the GoPro range
superb image quality
video quality
and balanced optical Steadyshot image
GoPro Hero range and comes with a lot of fantastic features
high-quality video and picture quality and
It s durable and can go pretty much anywhere with the waterproof housing
It consistently maintains the quality of shooting in dynamic moments
quality of the footage that this camera can capture
superior optical image stabilization
high-quality HD video with a variety of features
produce sharp and vibrant results with good contrast and dynamic range
The video is clear and sharp with strong details
FDRX3000 excels under sufficient light and daylight
looked smoother and more natural than other cameras we've
compact and sleek design
Excellent video and image quality
Kodak mobile app is relatively easy to use
easier and more convenient file transfer
Great for capturing still photos
Sleek and compact design
an easy-to-use design and interface
Waterproof
shockproof
dust-proof
It features a robust waterproof chassis
powerful processor comes in handy

blutooth and capacitive touchscreen does not work underwater
Sony are not as good as those from the less expensive
Underwhelming still image quality
Battery life is limited
way too easy to put a microSD card in backwards
the hand does not reach for them
therefore
Sony X3000 is not perfect
It is not difficult to replace a discharged battery
won't be able to zoom in and out of the picture
video quality is not as good as it could be
it is not as intuitive as a remote
the buttons on the action cam can be a little mushy
Sometimes pictures can appear softened and slightly washed
The display is difficult to see in bright sunlight
micro-USB slot
harder for you to squeeze it into tight spots
easy to access
X1000 which has a slightly different body shape
The buttons on the action cam are also a tad mushy with some feedback
the Fusion is also very expensive
it can be quite unreliable
Wi-Fi connectivity will surely drain the battery
live preview features suffer a lot from a slow frame rate
Voice controls are a bit unreliable
Pictures do sometimes come out soft and slightly washed out
iteration has lacked polish and stumbled in its execution
the display is not very visible in bright sunlight
lack of a built-in live-view on the camera itself
The colour display on the remote is quite low-resolution
240 mAh battery is on the left side of the camera
doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder
CCD sensor are now older and a bit outdated
doesn't have any connections for external microphones and headphones
Lack of a viewfinder can be problematic
Mono speaker but no built-in microphone
Does the Sony FDR-X3000 have Weather Sealing
most connections will not work
badly designed and will not connect
Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue

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Sony FDR-X3000 - Full Specifications

Sensor type	CMOS
Optical sensor size	1.0 in
Effective pixels	8.2 Mpx

Built-in display	yes

Maximum resolution	3840 x 2160 px
Video resolutions	800 x 480 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160
HD type	4K Ultra HD
3D recording	no
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)	120.0 fps

Colour of product	White

Compatible memory cards	MS Micro microSD microSDHC microSDXC
Storage types	Memory card

Micro HDMI ports quantity	1
USB connector type	Micro-USB
Headphone port	yes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	yes

Image ratio W:H	16:9
Image stabilizer	yes
White balance modes	Auto Custom modes

Photo mode	yes
Maximum resolution (stills)	4608 x 2592 px

Built-in microphone	yes
Built-in speakers	yes

Weight	4.02 oz
Width	1.16 in
Height	1.85 in
Depth	3.27 in

Battery voltage	3.6 V

GPS	yes

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Sony FDR-X3000 Sony - Editorial Reviews (7)

3.9

Based on 7 reviews

Gadget Review

Published: 13.07.2020

Sony FDR-X3000 Review ~ | Gadget Review

4.3

If you’re looking for a rugged, waterproof video camera, the Sony FDR-X3000 action cam is a great choice. This Sony action cam can shoot in 4K and 1080 with

TechRadar

Published: 25.07.2017

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Action camera with a remote live view display

Sony FDR-X3000 Sony FDR-X3000 Review – Zit Seng's Blog

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Sony FDR-X3000 Review – Zit Seng's Blog

ProductReview.com.au

Published: 01.04.2020

Sony FDR-X3000

Sony FDR-X3000 (Action Camera): 1 out of 5 stars on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

PCMAG

Published: 25.07.2017

Sony FDR-X3000 Review

3.5

The Sony FDR-X3000 action cam records optically stabilized 4K footage, but it's not as easy to use or squeeze into small places as a GoPro.

Camera Decision

Published: 09.09.2016

Sony FDR-X3000 Review | Camera Decision

Sony FDR-X3000 is a 8.0MP Action Camera camera with a 1/2.5 sized BSI-CMOS sensor and lens. Read our FDR-X3000 review to find its pros and cons.

Sony FDR-X3000 Sony FDR-X3000 Action Cam Review - Nerd Techy

nerdtechy.com

Published: 22.09.2016

Sony FDR-X3000 Action Cam Review - Nerd Techy

The rise of portable action cameras has allowed us to capture virtually every moment of our sporting events. Whether you’re perfectly landing that difficult trick or taking a spill, you’ve got the whole thing on tape. Although GoPro has dominated the market over the last couple years, many reputable manufacturers releasing their own action cams that are competitive in both price and features. With the GoPro Hero5 prepped for launch this month, many consumers are debating if they should upgrade to their latest model, or check out some of the worthy cameras available from other manufacturers. Sony has stepped up