Sony a7s III mirrorless camera
Optimized video, optimized sensitivity, optimized speed, the Sony a7S III raises the bar for what a full-frame mirrorless camera is capable of. A revised 12.1MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor and updated BIONZ XR image processor offer faster performance, improved noise reduction, and a wider dynamic range, along with UHD 4K 120p video recording and internal 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling.
Description
The Sony a7S III Mirrorless Camera, boasts impressive features tailored for professional videographers and photographers alike. Its 12MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor ensures exceptional image quality, while its ability to shoot UHD 4K video at 120 frames per second with 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording opens up creative possibilities. The camera also offers 16-bit Raw output and supports HLG and S-Cinetone for enhanced color grading flexibility.
With a 759-point Fast Hybrid AF system, capturing fast-moving subjects is effortless. The camera's 9.44m-Dot QXGA OLED EVF and 3.0" 1.44m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen provide versatile framing options. Additionally, its 5-axis SteadyShot Image Stabilization ensures steady footage, even in challenging shooting conditions. With an extended ISO range of 40-409600 and 10 frames per second shooting capability, photographers can confidently capture stunning shots in any lighting condition. Furthermore, the inclusion of dual CFexpress Type A/SD card slots ensures ample storage and efficient workflow management.
Specification
General
Battery Type 1x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 510 Shots)
Shoe Mount 1x Intelligent Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread 1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Operating Conditions 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Storage Conditions -4 to 131°F / -20 to 55°C
Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.1 x 3.8 x 3.2" / 128.9 x 96.9 x 80.8 mm
Weight 1.5 lb / 699 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
1.35 lb / 614 g (Body Only)Flash
Built-In Flash/Light No
Flash Modes Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync
Maximum Sync Speed 1/250 Second
Flash Compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System TTL
External Flash Connection Shoe Mount
Focus
Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 759
Contrast Detection: 425Autofocus Sensitivity -6 to +20 EV
Viewfinder
Type Built-In Electronic (OLED)
Size 0.64"
Resolution 9,437,184 Dot
Eye Point 25 mm
Coverage 100%
Magnification Approx. 0.9x
Diopter Adjustment -4 to +3
Monitor
Display Size 3.0"
Resolution 1,440,000 Dot
Display Type Articulating Touchscreen LCD
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II)
Video I/O 1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone OutputPower I/O 1x USB-C Input
Other I/O 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data/Remote Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
1x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Data/Remote Input/OutputWireless Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0, NFC
Mobile App Compatible Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Imaging Edge Mobile
Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Remote ControlGlobal Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) GPS
*Via Connected SmartphoneVideo Capture
Internal Recording Modes H.264/XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [100 to 280 Mb/s VBR]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s VBR]
H.264/XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [240 to 600 Mb/s VBR]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [89 to 222 Mb/s VBR]
H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [60 to 200 Mb/s VBR]
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fps [16 to 100 Mb/s VBR]
H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 280 Mb/s VBR]External Recording Modes 4:2:0 8-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
Raw 16-Bit via HDMI
4264 x 2408 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fpsFast-/Slow-Motion Support Yes
Gamma Curve HDR-HLG, Sony S-Log 2, Sony S-Log 3
Recording Limit No
IP Streaming No
Built-In Microphone Stereo
Audio Recording XAVC: 2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio
MPEG4: 2-Channel AAC AudioStill Image Capture
Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image File Format HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth 14-Bit
Exposure Control
Shutter Type Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 Seconds
1/8000 to 1/4 Second in Movie ModeBulb/Time Mode Bulb Mode
ISO Sensitivity Range Photo
80 to 102,400 (Extended: 40 to 409,600)
Video
80 to 102,400 (Extended: 80 to 409,600)Metering Method Average, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, Spot
Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Metering Range -3 to 20 EV
White Balance 2500 to 9900K
Presets: ATW, AWB, Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, UnderwaterContinuous Shooting Up to 10 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 1000 Frames (JPEG, Raw)
Interval Recording Yes
Self-Timer 2/5/10-Second Delay
Imaging
Lens Mount Sony E
Sensor Resolution Actual: 12.9 Megapixel
Effective: 12.1 Megapixel (4240 x 2832)Image Sensor 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent) Crop Factor: 1x
Additional Modes: 1.5x
*Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video ModesImage Stabilization Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Built-In ND Filter No
Capture Type Stills & Video