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Sony FX3 — full-frame · 2021
Sony

Sony FX3

full-frame · 2021

90
/ 100
From $3,898
VS
Sony A7R V wins by 3
Sony A7R V — full-frame · 2022
Sony

Sony A7R V

full-frame · 2022

93
/ 100
From $3,898
Specdex verdict

Sony A7R V takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony FX3 lands at 90 and Sony A7R V at 93. That puts Sony A7R V ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Sony FX3 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Sony A7R V if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Sony A7R V

Compared on the photo sub-score

Sony A7R V leads on photo (93 vs 90).

Autofocus

Sony A7R V

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Sony A7R V leads on autofocus (91 vs 88).

Video

Sony A7R V

Compared on the video sub-score

Sony A7R V leads on video (89 vs 86).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Sony FX3 90
vs
93 Sony A7R V

Score breakdown

Sony FX3
90
photo 90
video 86
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86
Sony A7R V
93
photo 93
video 89
autofocus 91
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Sony FX3 versus Sony A7R V — full spec comparison
Spec Sony FX3 Sony A7R V
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2021
2022

Sony FX3

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Sony A7R V

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Sony FX3 vs Sony A7R V

Which is better, Sony FX3 or Sony A7R V? +

Sony A7R V scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony FX3 worth the price? +

At $3,898, Sony FX3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.

Is Sony A7R V worth the price? +

At $3,898, Sony A7R V delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in photo.

Does Sony FX3 or Sony A7R V last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Sony FX3 or Sony A7R V? +

Sony A7R V — leads on photo (93 vs 90). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Sony FX3 or Sony A7R V? +

Sony A7R V — leads on autofocus (91 vs 88). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.