Sony FDR-X3000 vs Garmin VIRB Ultra 30
Sony FDR-X3000
2017 · $249.99 today
7748
Garmin VIRB Ultra 30
2016 · $199.99 today
6941
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Sony FDR-X3000 is better
- Battery Life (min): 130 vs 90(44% more)
- Weight (g): 114 vs 150(32% less)
Why Garmin VIRB Ultra 30 is better
- Battery Capacity (mAh): 1250 vs 1240(higher)
Verdict
Sony FDR-X3000 leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Sony FDR-X3000 | Garmin VIRB Ultra 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K30 | 4K30 |
| Max Frame Rate at 4K (fps) | 30 | 30 |
| Photo Resolution (MP) | 12 | 12 |
| Field of View | 170° Wide | Wide / Medium / Narrow |
| Stabilization & Capture | ||
| Stabilization Type | Balanced Optical SteadyShot | Basic EIS |
| Livestreaming | No | No |
| Durability & Design | ||
| Waterproof Depth w/ Housing (m) | 60 | — |
| Weight (g) | 114● | 150 |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to 40°C | -10°C to 60°C |
| Waterproof Depth w/ Case (m) | — | 30 |
| Battery & Connectivity | ||
| Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1240 | 1250● |
| Battery Life (min) | 130● | 90 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth + GPS | Wi-Fi + Bluetooth + ANT+ + GPS |
| Storage | microSD up to 128GB | microSD up to 128GB |