There is a new “Nikon ZR vs Sony FX3 side-by-side comparison video” published by Matti Haapoja comparing the video footage from both models (keep in mind that the $4,098 Sony FX3 is almost twice as expensive as the $2,196 Nikon ZR – see the specifications comparison here): Here are a few more video comparisons (some of them I already posted online last week): Next is the AI recap: Comprehensive Comparison: Nikon ZR vs. Sony FX3 (based on the above YouTube videos) Drawing from the recapped YouTube videos (e.g., comparisons by creators like those in the provided links, emphasizing hands-on tests for filmmakers, wedding shooters, and creators) and recent 2025 analyses (including readout speed benchmarks and filmmaker-focused breakdowns), here’s a detailed recap comparing the Nikon ZR (a 2025 Nikon/RED collaboration cinema camera) and the Sony FX3 (a 2021 model still relevant in 2025). The ZR, priced at around $2,199–$2,200, positions itself as a budget disruptor against the FX3’s $3,999–$4,100 premium tag. While the FX3 has a proven track record, the ZR’s recent launch has surged it into Amazon’s best-seller lists, overtaking the FX3 in sales rankings. The comparison highlights trade-offs: the ZR excels in value, RAW video, and innovative features like 32-bit audio, making it ideal for budget-conscious run-and-gun shooters. The FX3 shines in low-light reliability and polished ergonomics for pros. Neither is universally “better,” but the ZR edges out for most users in 2025 due to its price-to-performance ratio. Price and Value Nikon ZR: $2,199 (body only), often bundled...
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