--- product_id: 35025810 title: "FDR-X3000" brand: "sony" price: "SAR 17" currency: SAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Sony" url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/35025810-fdr-x3000 store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Balanced Optical SteadyShot stabilization Waterproof to 197ft/60m 4K UHD video capture FDR-X3000 **Brand:** sony **Price:** SAR 17 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Own the moment, underwater or above β€” Sony’s 4K action cam that never misses a beat! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** FDR-X3000 by sony - **How much does it cost?** SAR 17 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/35025810-fdr-x3000) ## Best For - sony enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sony brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact Powerhouse:** Lightweight, intuitive design with 3x zoom, adjustable viewing angles, and high-speed burst shooting. - β€’ **Seamless Connectivity:** Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and HDMI for instant sharing and professional control. - β€’ **Crystal-Clear 4K Action:** Capture ultra-high-definition moments with stunning ZEISS optics and 12MP clarity. - β€’ **Dive Deep, Shoot Deeper:** Splash-proof body plus waterproof housing lets you explore underwater worlds up to 197 feet. - β€’ **Unmatched Stability On-the-Go:** Balanced Optical SteadyShot delivers gimbal-like smoothness even in the wildest adventures. ## Overview The Sony FDR-X3000/W is a compact, professional-grade 4K action cam featuring industry-leading Balanced Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, a premium ZEISS lens, and a rugged waterproof housing rated to 197 feet. Designed for millennial pros who demand flawless, ultra-stable footage in any environment, it offers 12MP stills, 3x zoom, and versatile connectivity options including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Perfect for capturing high-impact adventures with crystal-clear detail and rock-solid stability. ## Description See how Action Cam opens spectacular new vistas with mesmerizing, 4K high quality and steady action. Take POV action movies to a new level and capture your best moves with high-resolution 4K. Capture stable images and video as never before with Balanced Optical SteadyShot. Shoot anywhere with Action Cam real-world rugged design.Input and output terminals: Memory card slot, Micro HDMI output, Multi/micro USB terminal, Stereo Minijack Review: Rock solid imagery from an excellent camera - Any action camera's primary role is to capture the action clearly. A poor image, dancing around the screen is a "fail" even if the camera has any number of "new and exciting!!" features. The Sony FDR-X3000 is the best action cam I've met so far. No voice commands, no GPS, but the best imagery with the most stable framing I've seen. The Zeiss lens is superb. The BOSS stabilization system uses both electronic image stabilization (everyone does that) and optical image stabilization (very rare). Together, the images remain astoundingly well framed, even when shooting from a bouncing motorcycle. The form factor favors getting the camera into narrow situations (the side of a helmet, tucked in to a vehicle's framework). Unfortunately, Sony opted for their proprietary mounting system, but a simple tripod adapter allows using all of the near standard mounting hardware. The camera has HDMI out, mic jack for external mic, and operate while charging connections on the back. Leaving the cover open may compromise moisture-proofing. I shoot all of my motorcycle video with an external battery pack. The closed camera is at least rain safe. Read the manual to be sure. The included dive case is good beyond sport scuba depths - 197 feet / 60m. There is a menu window on the side of the case. It has the expected options and controls. The layout definitely needs having the manual nearby until you're clear about navigation. The camera has WiFi which can be linked to Sony's app. All of the important settings can be controlled there, too. The best part is the real-time imagery. It makes setting up the camera - is it level or twisted or tilted too much - much easier than working with a built-in display. Playback is also clearer. Sony offers the FDR-X3000r, which is the same camera package plus a wrist remote. It seems like a good idea but the remote is so big that only a diver with a passion for big wrist computers will love it. Additionally, the battery for the controller prevents shooting "shoot all day, edit later". An external battery pack will keep the camera going but the remote checks out around two hours into the day. A smartphone does the same things and keeps the camera cost down. The camera accepts up to 128 Gb microSD's. I use no-name C10 chips, shooting 1080@60 fps, without a problem. 4K challenges the chips. I've only shot some "it works - moving on" 4K and don't plan to use it. The internal mic works, but, as with any other action cam internal mic, wind noise will be a problem. Wind reduction mode helps somewhat, but assume any serious need for not hearing wind requires an external mic. The three additional purchases that I consider important are: 1) Tripod adapter to convert from the Sony mount to the usual mounting hardware 2) Lens protector to keep the camera's Zeiss lens safe. See my desertcart review for details 3) Battery charger package. See my desertcart review for details Would I buy the camera again? Without question. What about trying other brands? Why bother. The Sony FDR-X3000 fully meets my specifications. DISCLAIMER: I don't have any connection with Sony. I don't have any connection with desertcart. I don't have any connection with distributors or even delivery services. Nobody has paid me, or offered me any perks or other payment. I've got no skin in this game except I own this camera. Review: Fantastic Camera - I only have the GoPro Hero3+ as a comparison so nothing GoPro with image stabilization. The image stabilization on this camera (BOSS) is very impressive. I've never been a huge fan of the super wide angle GoPro look of videos, I assume most camera makers way around not having image stabilization is to go with that really wide fisheye look to cover up the person holding the cameras shakiness. With this Sony that isn't an issue, and underwater videos shot from this thing look incredible, not that the GoPro is bad it's just that this Sony has way less of the stretchy wide angle so the videos just look better IMO. The underwater housing is somewhat tough to open and close, might be a good thing though. You'll need extra batteries especially shooting in the highest resolutions. Shooting in 1080p at 120fps makes some Amazing videos, drops of water slowed down during playback are just un-real. The only issue with those files are trying to network stream them back on my TV through an Apple TV or an desertcart Fire TV, they stutter, stutter.....crash. These are 2 year old TVs, not 4K though. You would think they could handle 1080p files? They don't even playback any better via USB plugged directly into the TV. I assume post processing the files would result in a playable file, they look amazing straight off the camera on a iMac with 5k display. Quicktime recognizes them as 120 fps files and gives you the cool slow motion playback option, no Sony software required. If you do already own a lot of GoPro accessories I would go ahead and order the part so you can use your mounts on the Sony. There's not a lot of accessories for this camera but, it has the standard threaded camera mount on it so, it's a non issue. The waterproof housing and the camera itself have the threaded mount option. The connection to your mobile device works nicely with the PlayMemories app, very easy to understand and really makes shooting a time-lapse a breeze. Actually, any camera settings you want to make are probably more easily done with the app rather than that tiny screen on the camera itself. For my old eyes that screen is a chore. I find that I prefer the way this camera fits in my pocket better than my GoPro, it's not a size issue just the layout of the cameras. I don't have the big weird hood lens cover on my Sony, probably should but I'm waiting for a better option. In summary I have to say that this is a better camera than my Hero 3+ but, I can't say for certain if it's better than the Hero 5 not having used it. What I can say for sure is that if I had never bought a GoPro and I just grabbed this Sony I wouldn't feel like I missed out on anything. Maybe a few tweaks here or there but this camera doesn't lack anything at all. It already creates better files than my devices can even playback. I've never been much of a Sony fan so, I bought this camera fully expecting I would likely return it and get the Hero 5. The fact that GoPro keeps changing things just enough to make us have to replace our accessories has made me look at other options, for the time being I'm not looking back. I'll keep the Sony! ## Features - Ultimate image stabilization from Balanced Optical SteadyShot Professional 4K with ZEISS lens and Exmor R CMOS sensorCamera control.Power Requirements 3.6 V (battery pack),Battery type NP-BX1 - Splash-proof body or use incl. waterproof housing down to 197ft. Selectable viewing angle: Wide, Medium or Narrow and 3x zoomHigh quality 12MP still images and up to 10 fps in burst mode - Interval record at 8.3MP for stills and 4K time-lapse videoHigh Quality stereo sound with wind noise reductionBuilt-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, HDMI, USB and mic jack - Intuitive interface, 3x rec. lights and adjustable beep volume;Shoot at desired angle with adjustable FOV and zooming - NOTE: Refer User Manual on Technical Specification before use.Monaural Speaker ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01LYSJB8A | | Are Batteries Included | Yes | | Best Sellers Rank | #244,868 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #782 in Camcorders | | Brand | Sony | | Built-In Media | Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-BX1), micro USB cable, Startup Guide, Underwater Housing (MPKUWH1), buckle | | Camcorder Type | Action Camera | | Color | White | | Compatible Devices | TV, Computer, Smartphone | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (254) | | Digital Zoom | 3 | | Display Resolution Maximum | UHD | | Effective Still Resolution | 12 MP | | Features | Time Lapse, Waterproof | | File Format | MP4 | | Flash Memory Installed Size | 128 | | Flash Memory Type | SDXC | | Flash Memory Video Speed Class | V60 | | Focus Type | Auto Focus | | Form Factor | Compact | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242895775 | | Has Image Stabilization | Yes | | Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | | Image Capture Speed | 10 fps | | Image stabilization | Optical | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.16"D x 1.85"W x 3.27"H | | Item Type Name | Sony fdrx3000/w 4k action cam with balanced optical steadyshot | | Item Weight | 4.1 Ounces | | Lens Type | Zoom | | Manufacturer | SOAB9 | | Maximum Aperture | 2 f | | Model Name | Sony FDR-X3000/W | | Model Number | FDRX3000/W | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) | | Operating System | Proprietary (Sony) | | Optical Zoom | 1 x | | Screen Size | 2 Inches | | Sensor Type | CMOS | | Shooting Modes | Manual, Underwater | | Style Name | Modern, Action Camera Style | | Supported Audio Format | AAC, MP3 | | Supported Image Format | JPEG | | UPC | 027242895775 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Video Capture Format | 4K | | Video Resolution | 4K | | Warranty Description | //graphics.secondipity.com/gr/images/nw/Sony_warranty_insert_final.pdf target="_blank">90-day Limited Hardware Warranty | | Water Resistance Level | Waterproof | | Wireless Compability | 802.11ac | | Zoom | Digital | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sony - **Color:** White - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Flash Memory Type:** SDXC - **Maximum Aperture:** 2 f - **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS - **Screen Size:** 2 Inches - **Supported Audio Format:** AAC, MP3 - **Video Capture Format:** 4K - **Video Capture Resolution:** 4K ## Images ![FDR-X3000 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OdzPzABCL.jpg) ![FDR-X3000 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ijxHNRX3L.jpg) ![FDR-X3000 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81VgQoUjBXL.jpg) ![FDR-X3000 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CIbjEnWcL.jpg) ![FDR-X3000 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91skqk5GNEL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you use an external mic with this? If so how** A: It has a 3.5mm audio jack in the back, on which you can use 3 pole-microphones (doesn't work with smartphone mics!). **Q: There does not seem to be many accessories for this model. Are this camera backwards compatible with older models. I want to use a chest mount.** A: Keep in mind it's easy to convert the FDR-X3000 to use all of the "standard" mounts, brackets, and related hardware. The camera can't be in its dive case to use a tripod screw to hardware adapter. The camera body must, however, use its own dive case. One is included with the camera. **Q: How long can record at 4k? Can you review video via smart phone?** A: I do not believe there is a limit on 4k, as long as your card (max bitrate requires U3 class microsd) supports it and has a capacity that will accommodate the length. You can view live pictures when you are recording but I am not sure if you can review clips you recorded, as I have never tried. Hope this helps. **Q: Can I charge the camera while filming or doing timelapse?** A: Yes, you can. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rock solid imagery from an excellent camera *by R***N on August 20, 2018* Any action camera's primary role is to capture the action clearly. A poor image, dancing around the screen is a "fail" even if the camera has any number of "new and exciting!!" features. The Sony FDR-X3000 is the best action cam I've met so far. No voice commands, no GPS, but the best imagery with the most stable framing I've seen. The Zeiss lens is superb. The BOSS stabilization system uses both electronic image stabilization (everyone does that) and optical image stabilization (very rare). Together, the images remain astoundingly well framed, even when shooting from a bouncing motorcycle. The form factor favors getting the camera into narrow situations (the side of a helmet, tucked in to a vehicle's framework). Unfortunately, Sony opted for their proprietary mounting system, but a simple tripod adapter allows using all of the near standard mounting hardware. The camera has HDMI out, mic jack for external mic, and operate while charging connections on the back. Leaving the cover open may compromise moisture-proofing. I shoot all of my motorcycle video with an external battery pack. The closed camera is at least rain safe. Read the manual to be sure. The included dive case is good beyond sport scuba depths - 197 feet / 60m. There is a menu window on the side of the case. It has the expected options and controls. The layout definitely needs having the manual nearby until you're clear about navigation. The camera has WiFi which can be linked to Sony's app. All of the important settings can be controlled there, too. The best part is the real-time imagery. It makes setting up the camera - is it level or twisted or tilted too much - much easier than working with a built-in display. Playback is also clearer. Sony offers the FDR-X3000r, which is the same camera package plus a wrist remote. It seems like a good idea but the remote is so big that only a diver with a passion for big wrist computers will love it. Additionally, the battery for the controller prevents shooting "shoot all day, edit later". An external battery pack will keep the camera going but the remote checks out around two hours into the day. A smartphone does the same things and keeps the camera cost down. The camera accepts up to 128 Gb microSD's. I use no-name C10 chips, shooting 1080@60 fps, without a problem. 4K challenges the chips. I've only shot some "it works - moving on" 4K and don't plan to use it. The internal mic works, but, as with any other action cam internal mic, wind noise will be a problem. Wind reduction mode helps somewhat, but assume any serious need for not hearing wind requires an external mic. The three additional purchases that I consider important are: 1) Tripod adapter to convert from the Sony mount to the usual mounting hardware 2) Lens protector to keep the camera's Zeiss lens safe. See my Amazon review for details 3) Battery charger package. See my Amazon review for details Would I buy the camera again? Without question. What about trying other brands? Why bother. The Sony FDR-X3000 fully meets my specifications. DISCLAIMER: I don't have any connection with Sony. I don't have any connection with Amazon. I don't have any connection with distributors or even delivery services. Nobody has paid me, or offered me any perks or other payment. I've got no skin in this game except I own this camera. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Camera *by M***Y on June 27, 2017* I only have the GoPro Hero3+ as a comparison so nothing GoPro with image stabilization. The image stabilization on this camera (BOSS) is very impressive. I've never been a huge fan of the super wide angle GoPro look of videos, I assume most camera makers way around not having image stabilization is to go with that really wide fisheye look to cover up the person holding the cameras shakiness. With this Sony that isn't an issue, and underwater videos shot from this thing look incredible, not that the GoPro is bad it's just that this Sony has way less of the stretchy wide angle so the videos just look better IMO. The underwater housing is somewhat tough to open and close, might be a good thing though. You'll need extra batteries especially shooting in the highest resolutions. Shooting in 1080p at 120fps makes some Amazing videos, drops of water slowed down during playback are just un-real. The only issue with those files are trying to network stream them back on my TV through an Apple TV or an Amazon Fire TV, they stutter, stutter.....crash. These are 2 year old TVs, not 4K though. You would think they could handle 1080p files? They don't even playback any better via USB plugged directly into the TV. I assume post processing the files would result in a playable file, they look amazing straight off the camera on a iMac with 5k display. Quicktime recognizes them as 120 fps files and gives you the cool slow motion playback option, no Sony software required. If you do already own a lot of GoPro accessories I would go ahead and order the part so you can use your mounts on the Sony. There's not a lot of accessories for this camera but, it has the standard threaded camera mount on it so, it's a non issue. The waterproof housing and the camera itself have the threaded mount option. The connection to your mobile device works nicely with the PlayMemories app, very easy to understand and really makes shooting a time-lapse a breeze. Actually, any camera settings you want to make are probably more easily done with the app rather than that tiny screen on the camera itself. For my old eyes that screen is a chore. I find that I prefer the way this camera fits in my pocket better than my GoPro, it's not a size issue just the layout of the cameras. I don't have the big weird hood lens cover on my Sony, probably should but I'm waiting for a better option. In summary I have to say that this is a better camera than my Hero 3+ but, I can't say for certain if it's better than the Hero 5 not having used it. What I can say for sure is that if I had never bought a GoPro and I just grabbed this Sony I wouldn't feel like I missed out on anything. Maybe a few tweaks here or there but this camera doesn't lack anything at all. It already creates better files than my devices can even playback. I've never been much of a Sony fan so, I bought this camera fully expecting I would likely return it and get the Hero 5. The fact that GoPro keeps changing things just enough to make us have to replace our accessories has made me look at other options, for the time being I'm not looking back. I'll keep the Sony! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great action camera *by P***N on July 31, 2018* Great little action cam Pros: +I like the design as it's easier to hold or use than the gopro form factor + buttons are easy to use and menu system is easy once you get used to it + I like the included waterproof case + pretty good video and photo quality + downloadable software is nice to help edit or do time lapses with + 4k is decent but I normally shoot 1080p for size and space + since i have other sony cameras, sync'ing to phone is nice for second screen Cons: - using the waterproof case means you can't hear anything - battery life is average, keep some spares - not as much aftermarket accessories but can adapt to gopro system --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/35025810-fdr-x3000](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/35025810-fdr-x3000) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*