- Webcode: 440512 • Mfr: ILCE7SM3/B
- FREE SHIPPING Available
Product Highlights
- 12.1 MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor
- Full Frame Format
- 10 fps Continuous Shooting
- ISO 80-102,400 Expandable to 40-409,600
- 10-Bit 4:2:2 Recording
- 16-Bit Raw Output
- HLG & S-Log3 Gammas
- 759-Point Fast Hybrid AF
- 4K (3840 x 2160) at 120p Video Recording
- 15+ Stop Dynamic Range
- Tilting Touchscreen
Rebates Available
-
Mail-in Rebate $50 Cash Back Offer Available - While Supplies Last, In Stock Only
Begins: Feb 1, 2024 Ends: Apr 30, 2024
Buy Together and Save up to $300!
FREE GIFT!
- Get a NPFZ100 Battery with this order $119.99 Value
- Get a 160GB CFexpress Type A Card, 800MB/s read & 700MB/s write speeds with this order $518.00 Value
Sony Alpha A7SIII Mirrorless Body
Sony Alpha A7SIII Mirrorless Body
SAVE $300
$4,498.00
Add to Cart
FREE SHIPPING Available
Web Availability:
In Stock
Product is In Stock in our Warehouse or in one of our store locations. We will confirm stock is available and process your order. If the available stock is sold before your order is processed, you will receive an email from us.
In-store
- Call for Availability in Calgary
Vistek Locations
- Toronto On Order
- Ottawa Available for Order
- Mississauga Available for Order
- Calgary In Stock
- Edmonton Available for Order
announcement This camera is compatible with Sony's Imaging Edge Webcam technology.
Sony announced the release of its new free desktop application called Imaging Edge Webcam, allowing you to easily transform this compatible camera into a high-quality webcam by simply connecting it to a Windows PC via USB.
To learn more, and to download the free software, click here.
Overview
The groundbreaking new Sony a7S III mirrorless camera is finally here!
Introducing the long-awaited a7S III. Optimized for video production, with an all-new 12.1MP 4K Exmor R backside-illuminated full-frame sensor built for superb sensitivity and speed. The new BIONZ XR processing engine, with significantly more processing power, can capture and record up to 120p 4K and HD 240 frames at 10-bit 4:2:2 with full pixel readout (no skipping or binning) in all recording modes, including Intra-Frame (All-I). It also has the world’s highest-quality viewfinder at 9.4M dots, and a side swing-out rotating LCD panel. It delivers super-clean low-light, low-noise images at up to ISO 409,600 with 15+ stops dynamic range. The advanced processing means seriously reduced rolling shutter, plus Sony’s fast hybrid, face, eye, and animal autofocus with 759 phase detection AF points, even in HFR video modes. Along with 5-axis in body stabilization, there’s a simpler new menu structure, with touch control, a passive in-body cooling system and so much more, the a7S III has definitely raised the bar!
α7S III
Imagination in Motion
Taking the S series to a whole new level of full-frame movie expression, spectacular new speed combines with supreme sensitivity and ultra-low noise to put previously impossible 4K movie shoots on the menu, with high dynamic range, breathtaking focusing, and extra-strong image stabilization.
Your new creative potential awaits.
Key Features:
- 12.1MP Exmor R sensor, optimized for 4K, sensitivity and speed
- New BIONZ XR processing engine delivers 8x more processing power
- Low noise images w/ ISO up to 409,600 and 15+stop dynamic range
- Up to 4K 120p 10-bit 4:2:2 and full pixel readout in all rec. modes
- Up to 4K 1205 in XAVC S (AVC), XAVC HS (HEVC) and XAVC S-I (All-I)
- Up to 4K 60p 16-bit RAW video output via HDMI Type-A connector
For visual trailblazers
With extreme full-frame movie performance including high sensitivity (expanded ISO up to 409600), 15-stop wide dynamic range, 4K 120p, fast and dependable autofocusing, and extra-strong image stabilization, the α7S III again raises the bar for movie makers.
Expressive possibilities
BIONZ XRTM image processor
Up to 8x more powerful
Along with the new sensor and its unprecedented speed, the BIONZ XR image processing engine has also been newly developed and packs up to 8x more processing power. With a future-oriented architecture, it delivers high-quality images faster for superlative still and video expression, as well as dramatically improved camera interface responsiveness.
Large pixels deliver high sensitivity and low noise
The new full-frame 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated Exmor RTM CMOS image sensor packs major innovations in light gathering, wiring and output optimization. These deliver blazing doubled readout speeds, superb image quality throughout the whole sensitivity range, 15-stop wide dynamic range, and reduced rolling shutter, with the sensor also providing focal-plane phase-detection AF.
Superlative movie performance
Stunning AF performance
Even at 4K 120p
The new Exmor R full-frame image sensor and revolutionary BIONZ XR image processing engine deliver always-active pinpoint AF for astonishing detail in both space and time, and stunning 4K movies even at 120 frames per second or in slow motion. With the resolution and depth of field only possible from a full-frame sensor, the results are spectacular.
Sony's renowned sensitivity
Delivers expanded ISO 409600
The renowned sensitivity of the series scales new heights, with an expanded ISO range for movies from 80 to a remarkable 409600 (standard range 80–102400). With advanced light-gathering and output optimization, the 12.1-megapixel full-frame sensor achieves low noise throughout the sensitivity range, and can capture usable images in near total darkness.
10-bit 4:2:2 recording
Record right on the camera with the amazing richness of 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 colour sampling, for far greater flexibility in image grading, post-processing and compositing.
HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) simplifies HDR production, producing footage for HLG-compatible BRAVIA TVs on the camera with no complex post-production, and smooth gradations from the 10-bit colour depth.
[1] High flexibility to fine-tune images as desired (colour grading required)
[2] Instant high-quality image (colour grading not required)
All-Intra encoding available
As well as Long GOP, All-Intra encoding is now provided. This encodes every frame independently at bitrates up to 600 Mbps, to capture complex motions more accurately for recording on either internal or external media, and allow more efficient editing workflows.
[1] All-Intra (All-I) [2] Long GoP [3] Group of Pictures
Image quality improvements
The new BIONZ XR image processing engine delivers improvements in colour reproduction, stability against different light sources, natural tonal gradation and roll-off, and reduced rolling shutter.
Superior quality and smaller files with XAVC HS
The new XAVC HS recording format uses HEVC/H.265 encoding to achieve twice the compression efficiency of AVC/H.264 encoding, for superior image quality and smaller file sizes.
16-bit RAW HDMI output
For demanding post-production workflows, 16-bit RAW output is available via HDMI connection to compatible external recorders while XAVC HS 4K, XAVC S 4K, or XAVC S-I 4K, and proxy files are simultaneously captured in-camera.
S-Log3 gamma, S-Gamut3.Cine gamut as on pro camcorders
The S-Log3 gamma curve and S-Gamut3.Cine colour gamut, shared with pro camcorders, provide wider dynamic range and easier colour matching for smoother post-production workflows.
Efficient editing through proxy recording
While recording high-bitrate 4K movies, HD proxies (in 8 or 10-bit depth) can be generated in-camera. Editing the smaller proxy files reduces computer load and speeds up workflow prior to final 4K delivery.
A shooting revolution
Fast Hybrid AF for accuracy and tenacity
The wide-area AF uses intelligent tracking and on-sensor phase-detection covering most of the frame. The result is that every bit of supremely accurate and tenacious AF performance is extracted in combination with high-quality E-mount lenses, even when shooting moving subjects at shallow depths-of-field in 4K and at 120p frame rates.
Real-time Tracking with intuitive touch operation
Real-time Tracking analyzes subject colour, pattern, depth, and face information to track the subject. Touch Tracking intuitively and automatically tracks a subject touched on the LCD screen.
Real-time Eye AF for movies
Real-time Eye AF uses AI to ensure pinpoint focusing precision for eyes, with performance now improved by 30% on profile or partially obscured faces. Tenacious eye tracking lets you concentrate on composition even with a shallow focus depth.
Powerful focus control for solo shooters
With AF Transition Speed selectable over 7 levels, and AF Subject Shift Sensitivity over 5 levels, you can better convey your creative intentions when switching subjects or, for example, rack focusing. A simple touch can temporarily activate AF even during manual focus operation.
In-body 5-axis image stabilization
A highly accurate image stabilization unit and gyro-sensor are provided, delivering 5-axis optical image stabilization.
[1] Yaw [2] Roll [3] Pitch
Active Mode for hand-held shooting
The new Active Mode provides increased stabilization for movie shooting. To preserve image quality, the BIONZ XR processor accurately measures camera shake and compensates optically. This makes stable video possible even when shooting hand-held where space restraints prevent gimbal use, while walking, and at 4K resolution.
Digital audio interface for clear sound recording
A digital audio interface added to the Multi Interface (MI) Shoe allows direct 24-bit input. Available settings are 48 kHz/16-bit 2-ch, and by using the optional XLR-K3M adaptor kit, 48 kHz/24-bit 2-ch and 48 kHz/24-bit 4-ch.
Unique heat dissipation, for dependable recording
A unique Sony Σ (sigma) shaped graphite heatsink is built into the image-stabilization unit. This dissipates heat 5x more effectively for extended recording time, without interfering with image stabilization.
Movie-shooting comfort
Responding to feedback from professional users, the MOVIE button has been moved to the top face for improved operability in any shooting position. Mode dial ordering and speed of switching have also been improved.
Advanced still functions and performance
Fast Hybrid AF for stills
The Fast Hybrid AF system combines speed and precision. With 759 focal plane phase-detection sensors and 425 contrast-detection points distributed across most of the image area, the α7S III quickly finds and tracks your subject throughout the frame.
Outstanding continuous shooting performance
Use your choice of mechanical or electronic shutter for continuous burst shooting, with AF/AE tracking, at up to 10 fps. Capture decisive moments with over 1000 frames of continuous uncompressed RAW shooting possible.
High ISO sensitivity
With an amazingly wide standard ISO range of 80–102400 (expandable to 40–409600 for stills), the α7S III offers incredible creative opportunities. The newly developed image sensor and image processing algorithms produce even cleaner images and more natural textures than the previous α7S II model, even when shooting in near total darkness.
Highly sensitive AF for low-light focusing
AF algorithm advances have allowed the α7S III to achieve autofocus in lighting conditions as dim as EV-6, where subjects are barely even visible with the naked eye.
Still-image quality advances through new sensor and engine
The newly developed image sensor and image processing engine deliver improvements in colour reproduction, particularly of skin tones, and texture depiction in still images.
New HEIF format and HLG image capture modes
The HEIF image file format is supported, offering better image quality and greater compression efficiency than JPEG, plus 10-bit colour. High Dynamic Range still images can also be captured in HLG mode for viewing on compatible TVs.
Workflow efficiency
Two CFexpress Type A-compatible media slots
Both card slots support both ultra-fast CFexpress Type A cards, allowing high-bitrate recording and fast buffer clearance, and SDXC UHS-II cards. Parallel and Relay recording are also available.
Vari-angle LCD monitor for comfortable movie shooting
The variable-angle 1.44 million-dot 3.0-type touch screen features a side-open design, for flexible positioning and improved visibility when mounting on gimbals or rigs.
9.44 million-dot high-definition electronic viewfinder
The new EVF offers resolution, contrast and colour unlike anything in its class. It also offers world-leading 0.9x finder magnification, a 41 ° diagonal field of view, and a 25-mm-high eyepoint.
Advanced operability
The menu structure has been redesigned to reflect feedback from both pro photographers and videographers. Camera settings are now more intuitive and the camera is more responsive to setting changes.
Intuitive touch operation
The menu screen can be operated by touch, while the playback screen features swiping, and pinch-to-zoom. Operability of the touch functions when shooting has also been improved.
Remote preview and shooting
Either wired or wireless remote shooting is available from a PC, or from a mobile device with Imaging Edge MobileTM installed, for more efficient workflows and shooting in challenging environments.
Imaging Edge Desktop
Elevate your photography with Imaging Edge Desktop applications. Use “Remote” to control and monitor shooting live on your PC screen; “Viewer” to quickly preview, rate, and select photos from large image libraries; and “Edit” to develop RAW data into high-quality photos for delivery. Get the best from Sony RAW files, and manage your productions more efficiently.
Capture One for Sony
Capture One Express (for Sony) is free award-winning editing software that provides RAW development, easy management and powerful editing tools. Capture One Pro (for Sony) is also available for even more editing tools and tethered shooting capability.
5 GHz Wi-Fi compatible
As well as 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Wi-Fi® connectivity is provided for remote operation, wireless preview, and faster and more stable data transfer of both still images and video.
Wired LAN connectivity
For complex, interference-prone environments, or higher bandwidth needs, 1000BASE-T wired LAN connectivity is available by connecting a compatible USB-Ethernet adaptor cable to the camera’s USB Type C® port.
What's Included
a7SIII Mirrorless Camera BodyNP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery
BC-QZ1 Battery Charger
Power Cord
Cable Protector
Shoulder Strap
Body Cap
Accessory Shoe Cap
Eyepiece Cup
USB-A to USB-C Cable (USB 3.2)
Reviews
Product Specifications
a7SIII |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
General |
Camera type | Interchangeable lens digital camera | |
| Lens mount | Lens Mount | E-mount | |
Image sensor |
Type | Type | 35mm full frame (35.6 x 23.8mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor |
| Number of pixels (effective) | Number Of Pixels (Effective) | Approx. 12.1 megapixels | |
| Number of pixels (total) | Number of Pixels (total) | Approx. 12.9 megapixels | |
| Image sensor aspect ratio | Aspect Ratio | 3:02 | |
| Color filter | R, G, B primary color | ||
| Anti-Dust function | Anti-Dust System | Yes (Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism) | |
Recording system (still image) |
Recording format | Recording Format | JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif |
| Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), | |||
| HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), | |||
| RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format | |||
| compliant) | |||
| Image size (pixels) [3:2] | Image Size (pixels) [3:2] | 35mm full frame L: 4240 x 2832 (12M), M: 2768 x 1848 (5.1M), S: 2128 x 1416 (3.0M) | |
| APS-C L: 2768 x 1848 (5.1M), M: 2128 x 1416 (3.0M), S: 1376 x 920 (1.3M) | |||
| Image size (pixels) [4:3] | 35mm full frame L: 3776 x 2832 (11M), M: 2464 x 1848 (4.6M), S: 1888 x 1416 (2.7M) | ||
| APS-C L: 2464 x 1848 (4.6M), M: 1888 x 1416 (2.7M), S: 1232 x 920 (1.1M) | |||
| Image size (pixels) [16:9] | Image Size (pixels) [16:9] | 35mm full frame L: 4240 x 2348 (10M), M: 2768 x 1560 (4.3M), S: 2128 x 1200 (2.6M) | |
| APS-C L: 2768 x 1560 (4.3M), M: 2128 x 1200 (2.6M), S: 1376 x 776 (1.1M) | |||
| Image size (pixels) [1:1] | 35mm full frame L: 2832 x 2832 (8M), M: 1840 x 1840 (3.4M), S: 1408 x 1408 (2.0M) | ||
| APS-C L: 1840 x 1840 (3.4M), M: 1408 x 1408 (2.0M), S: 912 x 912 (0.8M) | |||
| Image size (pixels) [Sweep Panorama] | Image Size (pixels) [Sweep Panorama] | - | |
| Image quality modes | Image Quality Modes | RAW (Compressed / Uncompressed) | |
| JPEG (Extra fine / Fine / Standard) | |||
| HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2) (Extra fine / Fine / Standard) | |||
| RAW & JPEG | |||
| RAW & HEIF | |||
| 14bit RAW | RAW Output | Yes | |
| Picture Effect | Picture Effect | - | |
| Creative Style | Creative Style | - | |
| Creative Look | ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6) | ||
| Picture Profile | Picture Profile | Yes (Off / PP1-PP10) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset | |
| Dynamic Range functions | Dynamic Range Functions | Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer | |
| Color space | Colour Space | sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut) and Adobe RGB standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color. BT.2020 standard. *1 | |
Recording system (movie) |
Recording format | Recording Format | XAVC S |
| XVAVC HS | |||
| Video compression | Video Compression | XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 | |
| XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 | |||
| Audio recording format | Audio Recording Format | LPCM 2ch(48kHz 16bit), LPCM 2ch(48kHz 24bit) *2 , LPCM 4ch(48kHz 24bit) *2 , MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch *3 | |
| Picture Effect | Picture Effect | - | |
| Creative Style | Creative Style | - | |
| Creative Look | ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6) | ||
| Picture Profile | Picture Profile | Yes (Off / PP1-PP10) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Still, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, HLG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset | |
| Color space | Colour Space | BT.2020 standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color | |
Movie recording system (XAVC HS 4K) |
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 120p (200Mbps) | |
| 60p (150Mbps / 75Mbps / 45Mbps) | |||
| 24p (100Mbps / 50Mbps / 30Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 100p (200Mbps) | ||
| 50p (150Mbps / 75Mbps / 45Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 120p (280Mbps) | ||
| 60p (200Mbps / 100Mbps) | |||
| 24p (100Mbps / 50Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 100p (280Mbps) | ||
| 50p (200Mbps / 100Mbps) | |||
Movie recording system (XAVC S 4K) |
3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 120p (200Mbps) | |
| 60p (150Mbps) | |||
| 30p (100Mbps / 60Mbps) | |||
| 24p (100Mbps / 60Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 100p (200Mbps) | ||
| 50p (150Mbps) | |||
| 25p (100Mbps / 60Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 120p (280Mbps) | ||
| 60p (200Mbps) | |||
| 30p (140Mbps) | |||
| 24p (100Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 100p (280Mbps) | ||
| 50p (200Mbps) | |||
| 25p (140Mbps) | |||
Movie recording system (XAVC S HD) |
1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 120p (100Mbps / 60Mbps) | |
| 60p (50Mbps / 25Mbps) | |||
| 30p (50Mbps / 16Mbps) | |||
| 24p (50Mbps) | |||
| 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 100p (100Mbps / 60Mbps) | ||
| 50p (50Mbps / 25Mbps) | |||
| 25p (50Mbps / 16Mbps) | |||
| 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 60p (50Mbps) | ||
| 30p (50Mbps) | |||
| 24p (50Mbps) | |||
| 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 50p (50Mbps) | ||
| 25p (50Mbps) | |||
Movie recording system (XAVC S-I 4K) |
3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 60p (600Mbps) | |
| 30p (300Mbps) | |||
| 24p (240Mbps) | |||
| 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 50p (500Mbps) | ||
| 25p (250Mbps) | |||
Movie recording system (XAVC S-I HD) |
1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.) | 60p (222Mbps) | |
| 30p (111Mbps) | |||
| 24p (89Mbps) | |||
| 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.) | 50p (185Mbps) | ||
| 25p (93Mbps) | |||
Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q) |
Image frame rate | Image frame rate | NTSC mode: |
| 1fps,2fps,4fps,8fps,15fps,30fps,60fps,120fps, 240fps *4 | |||
| PAL mode: | |||
| 1fps,2fps,3fps,6fps,12fps,25fps,50fps,100fps, 200fps *4 | |||
Movie function |
Audio Level Display | Movie Functions | Yes |
| Audio Rec Level | Movie Functions | Yes | |
| PAL/NTSC Selector | Movie Functions | Yes | |
| Proxy Recording | Yes (1280 x 720 (Approx. 6Mbps), 1920 x 1080(Approx. 9Mbps), 1920 x 1080(Approx. 16Mbps)) | ||
| TC/UB | Movie Functions | Yes | |
| Auto Slow Shutter | Movie Functions | Yes | |
| Gamma Disp. Assist | Movie Functions | Yes | |
| RAW Output | Yes (HDMI) | ||
Recording system |
Location information Link from smartphone | Location information Link from smartphone | Yes |
| Media | Media | SD memory card | |
| SDHC memory card (UHS-I/II compliant) | |||
| SDXC memory card (UHS-I/II compliant) | |||
| CFexpress Type A memory card | |||
| Memory card slot | Memory Card Slot | SLOT1: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress Type A card, SLOT2: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexpress Type A card | |
| Recording mode on 2 memory cards | Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy | ||
| File system | FAT12, 16, 32, exFAT | ||
| Noise reduction | Noise Reduction | Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec. | |
| High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off | |||
White balance |
Modes | White Balance Modes | Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Flash / Underwater / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K) & color filter / Custom |
| Shutter AWB Lock | Yes (Shut. Halfway Down / Cont. Shooting / Off) | ||
Focus system |
Type | Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF) | |
| Focus sensor | Focus Sensor | Exmor R CMOS sensor | |
| Focus point | Focus Point | 35mm full frame: 759 points (phase-detection AF), APS-C mode with FF lens: 345 points (phase-detection AF), with APS-C lens: 285 points (phase-detection AF) / 425 points (contrast-detection AF) | |
| Sensitivity range | Focus Sensitivity Range | EV-6 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached) | |
| AF mode | Focus Mode | AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus | |
| Focus area | Focus Area | Wide / Zone / Center / Flexible Spot / Expanded Flexible Spot / Tracking | |
| Eye-start AF | Other Features | - | |
| Eye AF | [Still images] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal, [Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) | ||
| Other features | Other Features | Predictive control | |
| Focus lock | |||
| AF Track Sens. (Still) | |||
| AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity (Movie) | |||
| AF Transition Speed (Movie) | |||
| Switch V/H AF Area | |||
| AF Area Regist. | |||
| Circ. of Focus Point | |||
| AF illuminator | AF Illuminator | Yes (with Built-in LED type) | |
| AF illuminator range | AF Illuminator range | Approx. 0.3m - approx. 3.0m (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) | |
| Focus Type with LA-EA1 or LA-EA3 (Sold separately) | Focus type with LA-EA3 (Sold separately) | Phase-detection | |
| AF micro adjustment | Other Features | - | |
Exposure control |
Metering type | Metering Type | 1200-zone evaluative metering |
| Metering sensor | Metering Sensor | Exmor R CMOS sensor | |
| Metering sensitivity | Metering Sensitivity | EV-3 to EV20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached) | |
| Modes | Metering Mode | Multi-segment | |
| Center-weighted | |||
| Spot (Standard / Large) | |||
| Spot | |||
| Entire Screen Avg. | |||
| Highlight | |||
| Exposure modes | Exposure Modes | AUTO (iAuto) | |
| Programmed AE (P) | |||
| Aperture priority (A) | |||
| Shutter-speed priority (S) | |||
| Manual (M) | |||
| Movie (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode) | |||
| Slow & Quick Motion (Programmed AE (P) / Aperture priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) / Flexible Exp. Mode) | |||
| Scene Selection | Scene Selection | - | |
| Exposure compensation | Exposure Compensation | +/- 5.0EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable) (with exposure compensation dial: +/- 3EV (1/3 EV steps)) | |
| Bracketing | Exposure Bracketing | Bracket: Cont., Bracket: Single, 3/5/9 frames selectable. (Ambient light, Flash light) | |
| AE Lock | AE Lock | Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto) | |
| ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | Still images: ISO 80-102400 (ISO numbers up from ISO 40 to ISO 409600 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 80-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 80-102400 equivalent (ISO numbers up to ISO 409600 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 80-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit) | |
| Anti-flicker Shoot. | Anti-flicker Shoot. | Yes *5 | |
Viewfinder |
Type | Viewfinder Type | 1.6 cm (0.64 type) electronic viewfinder (Quad-XGA OLED) |
| Number of dots | Number of Dots | 9,437,184 dots | |
| Control function | Brightness, Color temperature, Magnifi. | ||
| Field coverage | Field Coverage | 100% | |
| Magnification | Magnification | Approx. 0.90x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m-1) | |
| Diopter adjustment | Dioptre Adjustment | -4.0 to +3.0m-1 | |
| Eye point | Eye Point | Approx. 25mm from the eyepiece lens, 21mm from the eyepiece frame at -1m-1 (CIPA standard) | |
| Display function | Histogram, Real-time image-adjustment display, Digital level gauge, Grid line, Focus check, Peaking MF, Zebra, Movie marker, Emphasezed display during REC | ||
| Finder Frame Rate selection | Finder Frame Rate Selection | NTSC mode: STD 60fps / HI 120fps, PAL mode: STD 50fps / HI 100fps | |
LCD screen |
Type | Type | 7.5cm (3.0-type) type TFT |
| Touch panel | Touch Panel | Yes | |
| Number of dots (total) | Number of Dots | 1,440,000 dots | |
| Brightness control | Brightness Control | Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode | |
| Display function | Histogram, Real-time image-adjustment display, Digital level gauge, Grid line, Focus check, Peaking MF, Zebra, Movie marker, For viewfinder, Monitor Off, Emphasezed display during REC | ||
| Adjustable angle | Adjustable Angle | Opening Angle:Approx. 176 deg., Rotation Angle:Approx. 270 deg. | |
| Focus Check | Focus Magnifier | Yes, Focus Magnifier (35mm full frame: 2.1x / 4.1x, APS-C: 1.5x / 3.0x) | |
Face detection |
Modes | Face Detection | Face Priority in AF, Face Priority in Multi Metering, Regist. Faces Priority |
Auto Object Framing |
Still images | Others | - |
Other features |
Interval recording | Yes | |
| Smile Shutter | Others | - | |
| Self-portrait Self-timer | Self-Portrait Self-timer | - | |
| ISO AUTO Min. SS | Others | Yes | |
| Bright Monitoring | Others | Yes | |
| Copyright Info | Others | Yes | |
| Set File Name | Others | Yes | |
| Save/Import Settings | Yes | ||
| PlayMemories Camera Apps | PlayMemories Camera Apps™ | - | |
| Shooting Tips | Others | - | |
| Help guide | Others | Yes | |
| Video Light Mode | Others | Yes | |
| Zoom Ring Rotate | Others | Yes | |
Clear Image Zoom |
Still images | Clear Image Zoom | Approx. 2x |
| Movies | Clear Image Zoom | Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD) | |
Digital zoom |
Smart zoom (Still images) | Digital Zoom | 35mm full frame: M: approx. 1.5x, S: approx. 2x |
| APS-C: M:approx. 1.3x, S: approx. 2x | |||
| Digital zoom (Still images) | Digital Zoom | 35mm full frame: L: approx. 4x, M: approx. 6.1x, S: approx. 8x | |
| APS-C: L: approx. 4x, M:approx. 5.2x, S: approx. 8x | |||
| Digital zoom (Movie) | Digital Zoom | 35mm full frame: approx. 4x | |
| APS-C: approx. 4x | |||
Shutter |
Type | Type | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical shutter / Electronic shutter | ||
| Shutter speed | Shutter Speed | Still images: 1/8000 to 30 sec, Bulb, Movies: 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow shutter mode) | |
| Flash sync. speed *6 | Flash Sync. Speed | 1/250 sec. | |
| Electronic Front Shutter Curtain | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter | Yes (ON/OFF) | |
| Silent Shooting | Silent Shooting | Yes (ON/OFF) | |
SteadyShot INSIDE (image stabilization) |
Type | Type | Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (Compensation depends on lens specifications) |
| Compensation effect (Still images) | Compensation Effect | 5.5 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With Planar T* FE 50mm F1.4 ZA lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.) | |
| Mode | [Still images] On / Off, [Movie] Active / Standard / Off | ||
Flash |
Type | Type | - |
| Guide No. | Guide No. | - | |
| Flash coverage | Flash coverage | - | |
| Control | Control | Pre-flash TTL *7 | |
| Flash compensation | Flash Compensation | +/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps) | |
| Flash modes | Flash Modes | Flash off | |
| Autoflash | |||
| Fill-flash | |||
| Slow Sync. | |||
| Rear Sync. | |||
| Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable) | |||
| Wireless *8 | |||
| Hi-speed sync. *8 | |||
| Recycling time | Recycling Time | - | |
| External flash | External Flash Compatibility | Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe | |
| FE level lock | FE Level Lock | Yes | |
| Wireless control | Yes (Light signal: Available with Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync. / Radio signal: Available with Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync.) | ||
Drive |
Drive modes | Drive Modes | Single Shooting |
| Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable) | |||
| Self-timer | |||
| Self-timer (Cont.) | |||
| Bracket: Single | |||
| Bracket: Cont. | |||
| White Balance bracket | |||
| DRO bracket | |||
| Self-timer | Self-Timer | 10 sec. delay / 5 sec. delay / 2 sec. delay / Continuous self-time / Bracketing self-timer | |
| Pixel Shift Multi Shooting | - | ||
| Speed (approx., max.) *9 | Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.) | Continuous shooting: Hi+: 10 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps | |
| No. of frame recordable* (approx.) *9 | No. of recordable frames (approx.) | JPEG Extra fine L: over 1000 frames | |
| JPEG Fine L: over 1000 frames | |||
| JPEG Standard L: over 1000 frames | |||
| RAW: over 1000 frames | |||
| RAW & JPG: over 1000 frames | |||
| RAW (Uncompressed): over 1000 frames | |||
| RAW (Uncompressed) & JPG: over 1000 frames | |||
Playback |
Modes | Modes | Single (with or without shooting information Y RGB histogram & highlight / shadow warning) |
| Index view | |||
| Enlarged display mode (L: 10.6x, M: 6.92x, S: 5.32x) | |||
| Auto Review | |||
| Image orientation | |||
| Folder selection (Date / Still / Movie) | |||
| Protect | |||
| Rating | |||
| Display as Group | |||
| Photo Capture | Photo Capture | Yes | |
Interface |
PC interface | PC Interface | Mass-storage / MTP |
| Multi / Micro USB Terminal *10 | Multi / Micro USB Terminal | Yes | |
| USB Type-C® Terminal | Yes (SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible) | ||
| NFC | NFC™ | Yes (NFC forum Type 3 Tag compatible) | |
| Sync. Terminal | Sync Terminal | - | |
| Wireless LAN(built-in) | Wireless LAN (Built-In) | Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz band/5GHz band)) *11 *12 | |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 5.0 (2.4GHz band)) | |
| HDMI connector | HD Output | HDMI connector (Type-A) | |
| 3840 x 2160 (60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p) / 1920 x 1080 (60p / 50p / 24p) / 1920 x 1080 (60i / 50i), YCbCr 4:2:2 10bit / RGB 8bit | |||
| 4264 x 2408 (60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p), | |||
| Raw 16bit | |||
| Multi Interface Shoe *13 | Multi Interface Shoe | Yes (with Digital Audio Interface) | |
| Mic Terminal | Mic Terminal | Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack) | |
| Headphone Terminal | Headphone Terminal | Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack) | |
| Wired | - | ||
| Remote Control (Wireless) | Yes (IR remote control / Bluetooth remote control) | ||
| Vertical Grip Connector | Vertical Grip Connector | Yes | |
| LAN terminal | - | ||
| Functions | FTP Transfer Func.(Wired LAN(USB-LAN), USB Tethering, Wi-Fi) | ||
| View on Smartphone | |||
| Remote control via Smartphone | |||
| NFC One-touch remote | |||
| PC Remote | |||
| BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI) | |||
| PhotoTV HD | |||
| NFC One-touch sharing | |||
Audio |
Microphone | Microphone | Built-in, stereo |
| Speaker | Speaker | Built-in, monaural | |
|
|
Compatible standards | Compatible Standards | Exif Print, Print Image Matching III |
Custom function |
Custom key settings | Custom Function Type | Yes |
| My Menu | Yes | ||
| My Dial Settings | Yes | ||
| Reg Cust Shoot Set | Yes | ||
| Programmable Setting | Memory Function | Yes (Body 3 sets /memory card 4 sets) | |
Lens compensation |
Lens compensation | Setting | Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion |
Power |
Battery | Supplied Battery | One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100 |
| Still images *14 | Battery Life (Still Images) | Approx. 510 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 600 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) | |
| Movies (actual recording) *15 | Battery Life (Movie, actual recording) | Approx. 80 min. (Viewfinder) / Approx. 95 min. (LCD monitor) | |
| (CIPA standard) | |||
| Movies (continuous recording) | Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording) | Approx. 130 min. (Viewfinder) / Approx. 135 min. (LCD monitor) | |
| (CIPA standard) | |||
| Internal battery charge | Internal Battery Charge | Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible) | |
| USB power supply | USB Power supply | Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery compatible) | |
| External power (AC Adaptor) | - | ||
Power consumption |
With Viewfinder | Power consumption with Viewfinder | Still images: approx. 4.3W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: approx. 7.6W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) |
| With LCD screen | Power consumption with LCD screen | Still images: approx. 3.3W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: approx. 7.3W (with FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached) | |
Weight |
With battery and memory Card included | Weight (with battery and memory card included) | Approx. 699 g |
| oz. With battery and memory card included | Weight (with battery and memory card included) | approx. 1 lb 8.7 oz | |
| Body only | Approx. 614 g | ||
| oz Body only | approx. 1 lb 5.7 oz | ||
Dimensions |
DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) | Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 128.9mm x 96.9mm x 80.8mm, Approx. 128.9mm x 96.9mm x 69.7mm (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR) |
| inches. DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) | Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 5 1/8 x 3 7/8 x 3 1/4 inches, Approx. 5 1/8 x 3 7/8 x 2 3/4 inches (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR) | |
Operating Temperature |
Operating temperature | Operating Temperature | 32 - 104 degrees F / 0 - 40 degrees C |
*When using accessories that support 4ch output / 24 bits with the Multi Interface Shoe.
*Proxy movies
*Number of effective pixels: 1420 x 804 at 240 or 200 fps. 240 or 200 fps not available when using [XAVC HS 4K], [XAVC S 4K], or [XAVC S-I 4K] file formats.
*Anti-flicker Shooting is not available when the [Shutter Type] setting is set to [Electronic Shutter].
*With compatible Sony external flash
*A flash cannot be used when [Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shutter].
*With compatible external flash
*Varies according to shooting conditions or memory card used
*Supports Micro USB compatible device.
*(Configuration method/Access method) WPS or manually /infrastructure mode. When connecting to smartphones, the camera can always work as a base without a wireless access point. (Security: WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)
*Models sold in some countries/regions support IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) wireless LAN only.
*Sony accessories for the Accessory Shoe can be attached.
*The LCD screen is turned on, shot once every 30 seconds, operate zoom alternately between W and T ends, flash strobe once every two times, turn power off and on once every ten times.
*Indication recording time, which is defined by repeating the cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom , stand-by and power off.
Questions & Answers
Sony Alpha A7SIII Mirrorless Body
Looking for a personal touch? Not sure if you are choosing the right product? Our staff is here to help.
We want to make sure you get the right product for your needs.
Our staff will help you understand the options available so you can be confident in your purchase.
As the country’s leading Professional Imaging retailer, Vistek is in the perfect position to ensure you make the right choice.
Contact us today for a personal touch.