Sony FX3 User guide

ILME-FX3
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Preparing the battery pack
1 Insert the battery pack into the battery
charger, and connect it to a wall outlet
(wall socket) using the power cord
(supplied).
• Place the battery pack on the battery charger
in the direction of . Slide the battery pack in
the direction of the arrow as far as it will go.
• When charging starts, the CHARGE lamp
on the battery charger will light up. When
charging is finished, the CHARGE lamp and
all indicators turn off.
CHARGE lamp
To a wall outlet
(wall socket)
2 Insert the battery pack into the camera.
• Open the battery cover, and then insert the
battery pack while pressing the lock lever.
Lock lever
Inserting a memory card into the camera
You can use CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory cards with this
camera.
Slot 1 Slot 2
Open the memory card cover and insert the memory card into Slot 1.
• Both Slot 1 and Slot 2 support CFexpress Type A memory cards and SD memory
cards.
• Insert a CFexpress Type A memory card with the label facing the monitor, and an
SD memory card with the terminal facing the monitor. Insert the card until it clicks
into place.
• You can change which memory card slot to use by selecting MENU 
(Shooting) [Media] [ Rec. Media Settings] [ Recording Media] or
[ Recording Media]. The Slot 1 is used in the default settings.
Hint
• When you use a memory card with the camera for the first time, it is recommended that you
format the card on the camera for more stable performance of the memory card.
Attaching a lens
Mounting indexes
1 Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear lens cap from the
rear of the lens.
2 Mount the lens by aligning the two white index marks (mounting
indexes) on the lens and camera.
3 While pushing the lens lightly toward the camera, turn the lens slowly
in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into the locked position.
Attaching the XLR handle unit (supplied)
By attaching the XLR handle unit, up to
four audio devices can be connected to the
camera simultaneously.
1 Remove the shoe cap from the camera
and the handle shoe cap from the XLR
handle unit.
2 Slide the XLR handle unit into the
Multi Interface Shoe until it reaches
the back of the shoe. Then, be sure to
securely tighten the screws on either
side using a coin, etc.
Screw Screw
Turning the power on and setting the language and area
Power switch
Control wheel
Select items : /////
Confirm : Center button
1 Set the power switch to “” (On) to turn on the camera.
2 Press the top/bottom/left/right side of the control wheel to select the
desired language and the area where the camera will be used, and then
press the center of the control wheel.
3 Follow the instructions on the screen to apply the initial settings.
Setting the date and time
1 Press the MENU button to display the
menu screen.
MENU button
Control wheel
2 Press the top/bottom/left/right side of
the control wheel to select (Setup) 
[Area/Date] [Area/Date/Time Setting]
[Date/Time], and then press the center
of the control wheel.
3 Set the date and time, and then press the
center.
Shooting
Shooting movies
MODE (Mode) button REC (Recording) button
Control wheel 6/REC (Custom 6/Recording) button
1 Press the MODE (Mode) button, use the control wheel to select
(Movie), and then press the center.
2 Press the REC (Recording) button to start recording.
Movie recording can be started from any shooting mode in the default setting.
3 Press the REC button again to stop recording.
Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
Startup Guide
5-025-887-12(1)
E-mount
ILME-FX3
©2021 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand
Preparations
Checking the supplied items
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
• Camera (1)
• Battery charger (1)
• Power cord (mains lead) (1)*
(supplied in some countries/regions)
* Multiple power cords may be
supplied with this equipment. Use the
appropriate one that matches your
country/region. See “Notes on use.”
• Rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
(1)
• USB Type-C® cable (1)
• XLR handle unit (1)
• Accessory shoe kit (1)
• Body cap (1) (attached to the camera)
• Shoe cap (1) (attached to the camera)
• Handle shoe cap (1) (attached to the
handle)
• Startup Guide (this manual) (1)
• Reference Guide (1)
Identifying parts
For details on identifying parts, refer to the following Help Guide URL:
https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2210_parts/h_zz/
About the manual for this camera
This guide describes the necessary preparations to start using the
product, basic operations, etc. For details, refer to the “Help Guide”
(web manual).
https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2210/h_zz/
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
ILME-FX3 Help Guide

ILME-FX3
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For Customers in the U.S.A.
For question regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-800-222-
SONY (7669) .
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name : SONY
Model : WW728473
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address : 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number : 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Specifications
Camera
[System]
Camera Type: Interchangeable Lens Digital
Camera
Lens: Sony E-mount lens
[Image sensor]
Image format: 35mm full frame (35.6mm ×
23.8mm), CMOS image sensor
Effective pixel number of camera:
Approx. 12100000 pixels
Total pixel number of camera:
Approx. 12900000 pixels
[Monitor]
7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive, touch panel
[General]
Rated input: 7.2V , 7.3W (during movie
recording)
Operating temperature:
0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage temperature:
–20 to 55°C (–4 to 131°F)
Dimensions (W/H/D) (Approx.):
129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm
51/8 × 31/8 × 33/8in.
Mass (Approx.):
715g (1lb 9.3oz) (including battery pack,
SD card)
[Wireless LAN]
WW728473 (see name plate on the bottom
of camera)
Supported format: IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency band: 2.4GHz/5GHz
Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Connection method:
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/Manual
Access method: Infrastructure mode
WW558244 (see name plate on the bottom
of camera)
Supported format: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency band: 2.4 GHz
Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Connection method:
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)/Manual
Access method: Infrastructure mode
XLR handle unit
Mass (Approx.): 300 g (10.6 oz)
Battery charger BC-QZ1
Rated input:
100- 240V , 50/60Hz, 0.38A
Rated output: 8.4V , 1.6A
Rechargeable battery pack
NP-FZ100
Rated voltage: 7.2V
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Trademarks
• XAVC S and are trademarks of Sony Group Corporation.
• XAVC HS and are trademarks of Sony Group Corporation.
• USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo and Wi-Fi Protected Setup are registered trademarks or trademarks of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
• QR Code is a trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
• In addition, system and product names used in this manual are, in general, trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective developers or manufacturers. However, the ™ or 
marks may not be used in all cases in this manual.
Shooting still images
1 Press the MODE (Mode) button, use
the control wheel to select the desired
shooting mode, and then press the
center of the control wheel.
Shutter button
MODE (Mode) button
Control wheel
2 Press the shutter button halfway down
to focus.
3 Press the shutter button all the way
down.
Viewing
1 Press the (Playback) button to switch
to the playback mode.
(Playback) button
Control wheel
2 Select an image with the control wheel.
You can move to the previous image/next
image by pressing the left/right side of the
control wheel.
To start playing back a movie, press the
center button on the control wheel.
List of MENU items
For details on menu settings on the camera, refer to the following Help Guide URL:
https://rd1.sony.net/help/ilc/2210_menu/h_zz/
Notes on use
Refer to “Precautions“ in the “Help Guide” as well.
Notes on handling the product
• This camera is designed to be dust-and moisture-resistant, but is not waterproof or dust-proof.
• Do not leave the lens exposed to a strong light source such as sunlight. Because of the lens’s
condensing function, doing so may cause smoke, fire, or a malfunction inside the camera body
or the lens. If you have to leave the camera exposed to a light source such as sunlight, attach
the lens cap to the lens.
• If sunlight or other strong light enters the camera through the lens, it may focus inside the
camera and cause smoke or fire. Attach the lens cap when storing the camera. When shooting
with backlighting, keep the sun sufficiently far away from the angle of view. Even if it is slightly
away from the angle of view, smoke or fire may still occur.
• Do not directly expose the lens to beams such as laser beams. That may damage the image
sensor and cause the camera to malfunction.
• Do not look at sunlight or a strong light source through the lens when it is detached. This may
result in unrecoverable damage to the eyes or cause a malfunction.
• This camera (including accessories) has magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers,
programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other medical devices. Do not
place this camera close to persons who use such medical devices. Consult your doctor before
using this camera if you use any such medical device.
• Increase the volume gradually. Sudden loud noises can damage your ears. Be especially careful
when listening to headphones.
• Do not leave the camera, the supplied accessories, or memory cards within the reach of infants.
They may be accidentally swallowed. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
• While the cooling fan is in operation, be careful not to let any objects get sucked into the fan.
Notes on the monitor
• The monitor is manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, and over 99.99% of
the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some small black dots and/
or bright dots (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the monitor. These
are imperfections due to the manufacturing process and do not affect the recorded images in
any way.
• If the monitor is damaged, stop using the camera immediately. The damaged parts may harm
your hands, face, etc.
Notes on continuous shooting
During continuous shooting, the monitor may flash between the shooting screen and a black
screen. If you keep watching the screen in this situation, you may experience uncomfortable
symptoms such as feeling of unwellness. If you experience uncomfortable symptoms, stop using
the camera, and consult your doctor as necessary.
Notes on recording for long periods of time or recording 4K movies
• The camera body and battery may become warm with use – this is normal.
• If the same part of your skin touches the camera for a long period of time while using the
camera, even if the camera does not feel hot to you, it may cause symptoms of a low-
temperature burn such as redness or blistering. Pay special attention in the following situations
and use a tripod, etc.
- When using the camera in a high temperature environment
- When someone with poor circulation or impaired skin sensation uses the camera
- When using the camera with [Auto Power OFF Temp.] set to [High]
• Do not touch the area around the ventilation outlet for long periods of time. Doing so may
cause low-temperature burns.
Notes on using memory cards
• When recording is finished, the memory card may become hot. This is not a malfunction.
• If (overheating warning icon) is displayed on the monitor, do not remove the memory card
from the camera right away. Instead, wait for a while after turning off the camera, and then
remove the memory card. If you touch the memory card while it is hot, you may drop it and the
memory card may be damaged. Be careful when removing the memory card.
Notes on using a tripod
Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5mm (7/32 inches) long. Otherwise, you cannot firmly
secure the camera, and damage to the camera may occur.
Sony lenses/accessories
Using this unit with products from other manufacturers may affect its performance, leading to
accidents or malfunction.
Warning on copyrights
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.
Notes on location information
If you upload and share still images or movies taken with this camera on the Internet while the
location information is linked with the dedicated smartphone application, you may accidentally
reveal the location information to a third party. To prevent third parties from obtaining your
location information, deactivate the [Location Information Linkage] function of the dedicated
application.
Notes on discarding or transferring this product to others
Before discarding or transferring this product to others, be sure to perform the following
operation to protect private information.
• Select [Setting Reset] [Initialize].
Notes on discarding or transferring a memory card to others
Executing [Format] or [Delete] on the camera or a computer may not completely delete the data
on the memory card. Before transferring a memory card to others, we recommend that you
delete the data completely using data deletion software. When discarding a memory card, we
recommend that you physically destroy it.
Note on network functions
When you use network functions, unintended third parties on the network may access the
camera, depending on the usage environment. For example, unauthorized access to the camera
may occur in network environments to which another network device is connected or can
connect without permission. Sony bears no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by
connecting to such network environments.
Note on the 5GHz band for wireless LAN
When using the wireless LAN function outdoors, set the band to 2.4GHz by following the
procedure below. (WW728473 only)
• MENU (Network) [Wi-Fi] [Wi-Fi Frequency Band]
How to turn off wireless network functions (Wi-Fi, etc.) temporarily
When you board an airplane, etc., you can turn off all wireless network functions temporarily
using [Airplane Mode].
Notes on the XLR handle unit (supplied)
• Before connecting/disconnecting an external microphone or device to/from the INPUT1 or
INPUT2 jack, be sure to set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) or INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V)
switch to a position other than “MIC+48V.” Plugging/unplugging the cable into/from the
external microphone or device while the switch is set to “MIC+48V” may cause loud noise or a
malfunction of the device.
• While recording is in progress, operating and handling noises from the camera or lens may be
recorded. Touching the handle while recording is in progress will cause noise to be included in
the recording.
• While recording is in progress, do not change the INPUT1 or INPUT2 switch settings.
• If the microphone of the handle is in proximity to a speaker, acoustic feedback may occur. In
this case, move the handle away from the speaker to allow the maximum distance between the
microphone and the speaker, or lower the speaker volume.
• If dust or water droplets are present on the surface of the microphone, successful recording
may not be possible. Be sure to clean the microphone surface before using the handle.
• Turn off the camera before attaching/removing the handle.
• When the handle is connected to the camera and the HANDLE AUDIO ON/OFF switch is set to
ON, the internal microphone of the camera cannot record audio input.
• When attaching the handle to the camera, fasten the two handle-attachment screws securely.
Using the handle without fastening the handle-attachment screws may damage the Multi
Interface Shoe terminal or cause the handle to fall off.
Power Cord
For the customers in the UK, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia
Use the power cord (A).
For safety reasons, the power cord (B) is not intended for above countries/regions and shall
therefore not be used there.
For the customers in other EU countries/regions
Use the power cord (B).
(A) (B)
Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be
found at our Customer Support Website.