A practical comparison of the three Sony bodies in our Dubai rental catalogue: what each one does best, what it costs per day, which lenses to pair with it, and worked price examples.
Our camera rental in Dubai carries three Sony bodies: the Sony FX6 cinema camera, the compact Sony FX3 and the Sony A7 full-frame mirrorless. All three use the Sony E-mount, so every lens in our catalogue fits every body. The question is not which camera is best, but which one suits your shoot, your crew size and your budget. This guide answers that in plain terms, with our current daily prices.
| Sony FX6 | Sony FX3 | Sony A7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Full-frame cinema camera | Compact full-frame cinema camera | Full-frame mirrorless (photo + video) |
| Daily rate (+ VAT) | AED 535 | AED 345 | AED 349 |
| Built-in ND filter | Yes, electronic variable ND | No (use screw-in ND) | No (use screw-in ND) |
| Pro audio | 2 XLR inputs on the body | XLR via the top handle | 3.5 mm mic input or adapter |
| Best for | Interviews, documentaries, commercials | Gimbal, travel, social, tight spaces | Stills + video, events, BTS |
The FX6 is a full-frame cinema camera built around a 10.2-megapixel back-illuminated sensor. It records 4K up to 120p and Full HD up to 240p, and Sony rates it at more than 15 stops of dynamic range in S-Log3. Its two sensitivity bases, ISO 800 and a high-sensitivity ISO 12,800, give clean footage in dark venues, which matters for evening events and hotel ballrooms in Dubai.
What really separates it on set is the built-in electronic variable ND filter. You can hold a wide aperture outdoors in the UAE midday sun and still keep the shutter where it belongs, without swapping filters between takes. Add two XLR inputs, timecode and an SDI output, and the FX6 is the body that a camera operator and sound recordist can run all day without extra rigging.
Choose the FX6 when: you are filming interviews, panels, corporate films or a commercial with a small crew, or you will move between bright exteriors and dark interiors on the same day.
The FX3 shares its sensor family with the FX6 in a far smaller body that weighs around 715 g with battery. It records 4K up to 120p, has 5-axis in-body stabilisation, and an internal cooling fan that lets it record 4K 60p without overheating, which is a real advantage in Dubai summer heat. The detachable top handle adds XLR inputs when you need proper audio.
There is no built-in ND, so for bright exteriors plan on a variable ND filter on the lens. In return you get a camera that balances easily on a gimbal such as the DJI Ronin RS 4 Pro in our catalogue, fits in a car interior or a crowded exhibition stand, and is quick to set up for one-person shoots.
Choose the FX3 when: the shoot is mobile, on a gimbal, in tight spaces, or run by one or two people creating content for social media.
The Sony A7 is a full-frame mirrorless camera designed for both photography and video. It is the right pick when the same person has to deliver photos and clips, for example at a product launch, a conference or a brand activation, or when you want a second angle for behind-the-scenes content alongside an FX6.
Choose the A7 when: stills matter as much as video, or you need a light second camera on the same lenses.
Every lens in our catalogue is a Sony G Master on the E-mount. For a full breakdown, read our Sony G Master lens rental guide. In short:
Prices are per day in AED, plus 5% VAT. Rentals of 3 days or more get 10% off the rental subtotal automatically. Delivery is a flat AED 80 to any emirate, or collection from our Ras Al Khor office is free. There is no security deposit.
Live availability and the full price list are on the camera rental price list, where you can book and pay online.
Most shoots need more than a body and a lens. From the same catalogue you can add an Atomos Ninja Ultra monitor-recorder, Hollyland Lark M2 wireless microphones, a DJI Ronin RS 4 Pro gimbal, Aputure lighting, a Manfrotto tripod system, V-mount batteries and CFexpress or SD cards, all delivered together.
The FX6. Its built-in ND, two XLR inputs on the body and all-day ergonomics make sit-down interviews faster to set up and easier to run with a small crew.
Yes. Naqsh Media does not charge a security deposit on camera rental. You pay the rental, any delivery fee and VAT, and show a valid Emirates ID or passport at handover.
Yes. All three bodies and every lens in the catalogue use the Sony E-mount.
Yes, delivery is a flat AED 80 to any emirate, available 24/7, and collection from our Dubai office is free.
Add the items to your list on the camera rental page and check out online, or message us on WhatsApp at +971 50 884 8836 if you need help choosing a kit.
