Best Gimbal for Sony FX30
The Sony FX30 (B&H/Adorama/Amazon) is Sony’s latest Cinema camera with an APS-C sensor. Sony FX30’s newly-developed 26MP APS-C Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ XR processor are able to create high-quality 4K images with the Super 35mm (16:9) area. In order to record better films and movies, you’d better to get a gimbal stabilizer for Sony FX30. We have reviewed and tested latest gimbals, and below are top recommended ones for Sony FX30:
1. DJI RS 3 – Check Price at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama
The DJI RS 3 is a new released gimbal stabilizer in 2022. Since Sony FX30 is a compact cinema camera, DJI RS 3 is currently best gimbal stabilizer for it. This tiny gimbal is tough enough to support and stabilize a Sony FX30 with a standard zoom lens attached. DJI RS 3 is the successor of RSC 2, with extended battery life, the new physical mode switch and the auto locking and unlocking axes feature. Overall, with DJI RS 3, your Sony FX30 cinema camera can become professional video cameras.
2. DJI RS 3 Mini – Check Price at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama
The DJI RS 3 Mini is a new released gimbal stabilizer in early 2023. It is a lightweight single-handed gimbal stabilizer for Sony FX30. It supports up to 4.4 lb payloads and features wireless Bluetooth control for select cameras and enhanced performance using the 3rd Gen RS stabilization algorithm. Compared to DJI RS 3, this gimbal is much lighter and cheaper, but enough for carrying Sony FX30 with a small lens. The RS 3 Mini can capture smooth video for up to 10 hours thanks to the built-in 2450mAh battery and is supported using the detachable extended grip/tripod.
3. DJI RS 3 Pro – Check Price at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama
If you are a professional videographer taking professional videos and movies with Sony FX30. The flagship DJI RS 3 Pro gimbal stabilizer is the best choice. With DJI RS 3 Pro, you can make your Sony FX30 into a Hollywood style camera moves with a big lens payload (up to 4.5kg). DJI RS 3 Pro can become an essential part of your professional camera kit with a larger full-color OLED display, a new fine-tuning knob, and greater stability.
4. Zhiyun-Tech WEEBILL-3 with Built-In Microphone and Fill Light – Check Price at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama
The Zhiyun-Tech WEEBILL-3 is an outstanding gimbal released in 2022. It is a small and easily-carried gimbal. It enhances the abilities of the WEEBILL 2 with a new design and ergonomics that vastly enhance comfort. Zhiyun-Tech WEEBILL-3 is priced at $449, it’s very fairly priced for what’s being delivered. It is enough for carrying a Sony FX30 camera with a prime or zoom lenses. With built-in light and microphone, Zhiyun-Tech WEEBILL 3 is also great for for those producing for YouTube.
5. DJI RSC 2 – Check Price at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama
Since DJI has already released RSC 2’s successor RS 3, RSC 2 is still one of the best selling gimbals for Sony FX30 due to its cheap price and powerful features. DJI RSC 2 has improved stabilizing option for vloggers and videographers over DJI Ronin-SC. If you want shooting video with a budget gimbal, the DJI RSC 2 is the best choice.