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Sony FDR-X3000 vs Sony HDR-AS50

    1.16 in
    1.85 in
    Sony FDR-X3000 Action Camera
    Sony FDR-X3000
      0.95 in
      1.85 in
      Sony HDR-AS50 Action Camera
      Sony HDR-AS50
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      Editiorial reviews
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      7 editorial reviews
      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 withRead more
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      The Sony HDR-AS50 is an action camera that won't break the bank, featuring 1080p video recording, a Zeiss lens and image stabilisation. Can it compete in a crowded market? Find out by reading our Sony HDR-AS50 review...Read more
      The newest Action Cam seems to be all about slight changes and upgrades to past models to alleviate some user frustrations.Read more
      Sony HDR-AS50 review: An entry-level 1080p action camera.Read more
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      56 user ratings
      5 stars
      		37 %
      4 stars
      		32 %
      3 stars
      		25 %
      2 stars
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      1 stars
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      3.9 out of 5
      45 user ratings
      5 stars
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      3 stars
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      2 stars
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      1 stars
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      Full Comparison

      Units:

      Sensor

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
      Optical sensor size1.0 in1.0 in
      Effective pixels8.2 Mpx11.1 Mpx

      Image

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Image ratio W:H16:916:9
      Image stabilizeryesyes
      White balance modes
      • Auto
      • Custom modes
      • Auto
      • Custom modes

      Screen and viewfinder

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Built-in displayyesyes

      Photography features

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Photo modeyesyes
      Maximum resolution (stills)4608 x 2592 px4608 x 2592 px

      Videography features

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Maximum resolution3840 x 2160 px1920 x 1080 px
      Video resolutions
      • 800 x 480
      • 1280 x 720
      • 1920 x 1080
      • 3840 x 2160
      • 1280 x 720
      • 1920 x 1080
      HD type4K Ultra HDFull HD
      Max frame rate (regardless of res.)120.0 fps120.0 fps

      Audio features

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Built-in microphoneyesyes
      Built-in speakersyesyes

      Design

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Colour of productWhiteBlack

      Dimensions

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Weight4.02 oz2.05 oz
      Width1.16 in0.95 in
      Height1.85 in1.85 in
      Depth3.27 in3.27 in

      Storage

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Compatible memory cards
      • MS Micro
      • microSD
      • microSDHC
      • microSDXC
      • MS Micro
      • microSD
      • microSDHC
      • microSDXC
      Storage typesMemory cardMemory card

      Power

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      Battery voltage3.6 V3.6 V

      Connectivity

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      USB connector typeMicro-USBMicro-USB

      Other features

      Sony FDR-X3000Sony FDR-X3000
      Sony HDR-AS50Sony HDR-AS50
      GPSyesno

      Pros & Cons

      Pros
          Cons

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