^ This. Also, if you're watching the budget, waiting for a Mark II is kinda pointless when current specs are already so solid. I'm honestly very satisfied with the Panasonic LUMIX S5IIX Mirrorless Camera as an alternative right now. It gives you 6K open gate and internal ProRes for literally half the price of the FX3, which is insane value for a professional workflow. If you're already deep in the Sony ecosystem and want to save cash, just hunt down a used Sony Alpha 7S III Mirrorless Camera. Its the exact same sensor and BIONZ XR processor as the FX3 but way cheaper on the second-hand market because its not the 'cool' cinema body. Honestly, the results are identical once you're in the grade. I've been using one alongside my bigger rigs and it works well without any complaints. Better to spend the saved money on glass than wait for a 2025 release that might just be incremental anyway.

Get FX3 now, the FX3 II could be released in 2025.

FX3 is still a good camera right now, why waiting for FX3 II ?

@Reply #3 - good point! honestly i am feeling the exact same frustration right now... it is so draining waiting for rumors while trying to maintain a professional workflow!! i love the Sony FX3 Cinema Line Full-frame Camera but the lack of info from sony is just maddening when you need absolute reliability. here is why this limbo is so difficult:

• equipment lifecycles are getting shorter which makes long-term reliability planning a total nightmare for professionals
• thermal management remains a significant concern for me on high-stakes sets and we need to know if the mark ii offers better cooling
• it is virtually impossible to justify investing in more Sony CFexpress Type A 160GB cards if a new body might shift the specs on us it is just such a struggle when you want the best gear but also need a kit that wont be outdated in six months!

^ This. Also, waiting for a mark ii when the current sensor tech is still top tier feels like a waste of shooting time. Honestly, if you're worried about the price of the FX3 but want that cinema workflow, you could go the DIY route and rig up a Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera. Its basically the same body and software but with an APS-C sensor, and it saves you a ton of money for glass. A few technical points to consider:

• 12.1MP on the FX3 is still the sweet spot for 4K readout speed and low light performance. Hard to beat that.
• Global shutter is the only thing a mark ii could realistically add, but look at the A9III price... its gonna be expensive.
• You can spend the saved cash on a SmallRig Handheld Cage Kit for Sony FX3 and a solid external monitor like the Atomos Ninja V 5 inch 4K HDMI Recording Monitor. Unless you absolutely need internal NDs, the current FX3 is a beast. Waiting for 2025 rumors just kills your productivity... better to get out and shoot now imo.

FX3 Mark II is most likely to be released in 2025.