If you're looking for the best Sony FX3 underwater housing, you'll find all of the leading models in this buyer's guide. Bluewater Photo supplies all of the leading brands such as Isotta, Nauticam, Ikelite, Aquatica, Sea & Sea, and AquaTech. Our team of experts is always available if you have any questions about setup, compatibility or after-sale issues, so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Sony FX3 UNDERWATER HOUSINGS:
Marelux Sony FX3 Underwater Housing
*Made from Durable Alluminum Alloy, Also Compatible with FX30*
This Marelux Sony FX3 Underwater Housing is built from high-grade aluminum alloy which provides durability and can withstand even the toughest beatings. Ergonomics are also top-notch, all camera controls are readily available at your fingertips and all buttons are clearly labeled. Thanks to its small size, it is great to travel with. Assembling the housing itself and installing a camera is a breeze with its quick release plate so you can spend more time under the water and less time setting up your gear. With a depth rating of 100m, this housing is an excellent option for both recreational divers as well as technical divers.
Nauticam Sony FX3 Underwater Housing
*Excellent Ergonomics, User-friendly, Durable*
The Nauticam Sony FX3 Underwater Housing is built from aircraft grade aluminum which makes it durable and light weight. Camera controls are very easy to access with buttons, levers, and knobs all within easy reach. It also comes with a vacuum valve pre-installed for ultimate peace of mind. Nauticam housings are universally popular and this housing is rated to 100 meters depth.
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Ikelite Sony FX3 Underwater Housing
*Affordable & Sturdy*
The Ikelite Sony FX3 200DL Underwater Housing is built from a high quality, corrosion free ABS-PC blend polycarbonate housing which makes it sturdy and impervious to corrosion. The housing offers full control of the camera with controls that are designed to be easy to use. This housing is great for anyone looking for an amazing price point. The Ikelite Sony FX 3 Housing features a clear back so you can easily monitor the housing for any leaks. The built-in vacuum system adds an extra level of protection from such events.
Sea & Sea Sony FX3 Underwater Housing
*Built to Last, Compact & Lightweight, Elegantly Engineered*
The Sea & Sea Sony FX3 Underwater Housing is a high quality housing which is built from machined aluminum. It is durable and can take a beating. It offers great ergonomics and can easily be controlled when wearing gloves. The housing also offer full camera control and a wide selection of quality ports. The buttons and knobs are all well labeled and glow in the dark for easy-to-use camera controls during a night dive.
Aquatica Sony FX3 Underwater Housing
*Reasonably priced, Rugged, Compact*
The Aquatica Sony FX3 Underwater Housing is a very rugged anodized aluminum housing which makes it robust, durable and it's built to last a lifetime. It's controls are intelligently designed so that all controls are within a fingers distance from the handle. The housing has also fantastic ergonomics - all buttons, levers and dials are readily available at your fingertips and can be easily accessible even while wearing thick gloves. The housing is equipped with a surveyor monitor system (leak detection).
ABOUT THE CAMERA
The Sony FX3 combines the best of high-end cinema cameras with Sony's immensely popular A7S III and packages it all in a small, compact body. But don't let its size fool you; it packs a lot of excellent features. The camera is powered by a 12.1MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor and a BIONZ XR processor, enabling it to capture 4K video with internal 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling or 16-bit raw output. Auto-focus on the Sony FX3 camera is second to none. The The camera does not have a viewfinder in favor of saving weight as most people will be using an external monitor with this camera or shooting with the built-in LCD screen; it also comes with a detachable handle to aid comfort and help get smooth footage when shooting video. The detachable handle has two XLR inputs, allowing high-quality external audio recording equipment to be directly integrated into your shooting setup.
Overall, the Sony FX3 will likely appeal to dedicated video shooters looking for an extremely capable video setup in a compact, built-for-purpose body.
Quick Specs:
- Full-frame 12.1MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor
- BIONZ XR processor
- S-cinetone color
- S-Log3/2 gamut support
- 10-bit HLG for simple HDR productions
- In-camera image stabilization
- Fast hybrid AF with 627 focus points
- Real-time eye AF, eye and face detection, and subject touch tracking
- Variable angle 3.0" touchscreen LCD
- Dual CFexpress type A/SD slots
- Wifi: 2.4Ghz & 6Ghz
Next Steps After Picking Your Housing:
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