RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Sony
FX3
Compact full-frame cinema line camera with S-Cinetone and pro video ergonomics.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Feb 2021
FX3 is 5 months newer.
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Wins
KOMODO 6K
Wins
FX3
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFX3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 3,200)
- AKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 10 fps)
- BFX3 has lower ISO min (native) (80 vs 800)
- BFX3 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BFX3 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FX3
130 × 78 × 85 mm
715 g (1.58 lb / 25.22 oz)
KOMODO 6K is 28mm narrower than FX3 but it is also 24mm taller and 18mm thicker.
KOMODO 6K is 285 g heavier than FX3.
Depth (front-to-back): 102mm KOMODO 6K · 85mm FX3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
FX3
130 × 78 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
FX3
130 × 85 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
FX3
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
2.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
KOMODO 6K: mount data unavailable
FX3
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Resolution
19.9 MP vs 12.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
FX3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.7, 77.8, 84.5
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 3,200 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
80 vs 800 — lower is better
AA filter
Only FX3 supports it
Eye AF
Only FX3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
FX3
Pros
- ✓Cinema form factor
- ✓S-Log3 / S-Cinetone
- ✓Compact for gimbals
- ✓Full-frame sensor
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Still photo ergonomics limited
- –Single card slot
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, KOMODO 6K or FX3?
FX3 scores 6.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — Full-frame sensor — shallow depth of field for subject isolation.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO 6K and FX3?
KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP and FX3 is 12.1 MP, so the KOMODO 6K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the KOMODO 6K and FX3 have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS, while FX3 has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO 6K or the FX3?
KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic. FX3 reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO 6K and FX3?
KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g and FX3 weighs 715 g, so the FX3 is 285 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO 6K and FX3 record 4K video?
KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p. FX3: 4K up to 120p.
Are the KOMODO 6K and FX3 weather sealed?
KOMODO 6K: No. FX3: Yes.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO 6K launched at $5,995 and FX3 at $3,899. The FX3 is $2,096 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of RED and Sony press materials.