Key Features
Distinguished by its updated sensor design, the Sony a7 III is a well-rounded camera suitable for both photo and video applications in a variety of working situations. Refined for improved speed and low-light performance, the full-frame 24.2MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor pair to realize an impressive 10 fps continuous shooting rate and improved autofocus performance for faster, more reliable subject tracking along with wide frame coverage. This updated Fast Hybrid AF System employs a combination of 693 phase-detection points and 425 contrast-detection areas for quicker acquirement of focus in a variety of lighting conditions, and also maintains focus on subjects more effectively. In addition to speed and AF, the processing improvements also help to realize greater image clarity and reduced noise throughout the sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200, which can further be expanded to ISO 50-204800. Video recording capabilities have also been extended for enhanced quality when recording UHD 4K video with the full width of the full-frame sensor to minimize moiré and aliasing. Additionally, benefitting both stills and video operation, the a7 III utilizes a 5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE sensor-shift image stabilization, which is now effective to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to 5 stops.
Beyond just updates to the imaging system, the a7 III's body design has also been revised to include a rear 3.0" 922k-dot touchscreen LCD, which has a tilting design to better support working from high and low angles. A 2.36m-dot Tru-Finder OLED EVF is also featured for bright and clear eye-level monitoring. For greater shooting flexibility, dual SD memory card slots are now featured, and a larger NP-FZ100 battery is also employed to achieve up to approximately 710 shots per charge. Suiting the camera's use in trying conditions, the magnesium-alloy chassis and weather-sealing also render the a7 III dust- and moisture-resistant.
Key Features
A simple, bright, and lightweight normal prime, the FE 50mm f/1.8 from Sony is a versatile normal-length prime lens designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Its sleek design makes it well-suited for everyday shooting, while the fast f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions as well as offers increased control over depth of field for selective focus imagery. The optical design incorporates one aspherical element to control spherical aberrations, an employs a double-gauss configuration in order to realize sharper, clearer image quality throughout the aperture range with reduced field curvature. A DC actuator is also employed to provide quick and precise autofocus performance that is also quiet to suit video recording applications. Additionally, a rounded seven-blade diaphragm is featured to render out-of-focus highlights with a smooth, circular appearance. Characterized by its straight-forward design, this go-to lens balances both ease of handling along with enhanced image quality.
Imaging
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000) |
Sensor Type | 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Built-In ND Filter | None |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
Shutter Type | Electronic Shutter |
Shutter Speed | 1/8000 to 30 Seconds |
Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode |
ISO Sensitivity | Photo 100 to 51,200 (Extended: 50 to 204,800) Video 100 to 51,200 |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | -3 to 20 EV |
White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 89 Frames (Raw) / 177 Frames (JPEG) Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP |
Self-Timer | 2/5/10-Second Delay |
Still Image Capture
Image Sizes | 16:9 Raw 6000 x 3376 3:2 Raw 6000 x 4000 16:9 JPEG 6000 x 3376 3936 x 2216 3008 x 1688 3:2 JPEG 6000 x 4000 3936 x 2624 3008 x 2000 |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 16:9 |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Internal Video Capture
Recording Modes | H.264/XAVC S UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 100p/119.88p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [50 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50p/59.94p [25 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 25p/29.97p [16 Mb/s] AVCHD/H.264 Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [24 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [17 Mb/s] |
Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes |
Video System | NTSC/PAL |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Audio Recording | XAVC S: 2-Channel LPCM Audio AVCHD: 2-Channel AC-3 Audio |
External Video Capture
External Recording Modes | 4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 24.00p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 24.00p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p |
IP Streaming | None |
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) |
Video I/O | 1 x Micro-HDMI Output |
Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
Other I/O | 1 x Sony Multi/USB Micro-B Input/Output (Shared with Remote Input) 1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) |
Power I/O | 1 x USB Type-C Input/Output |
Wireless | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Monitor
Size | 3.0" |
Resolution | 921,600 Dot |
Display Type | Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Viewfinder
Type | Built-In Electronic |
Size | 0.5" |
Resolution | 2,359,000 Dot |
Eye Point | 23 mm |
Coverage | 100% |
Magnification | Approx. 0.78x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
Focus
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 693 Contrast Detection: 425 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -3 to +20 EV |
Flash
Built-In Flash | No |
Flash Modes | Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless |
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 | Intelligent Hot Shoe |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
General
Battery Type | 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh |
Power Consumption | <3.2 W |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5 x 3.8 x 2.9" / 126.9 x 95.6 x 73.7 mm |
Weight | 1.43 lb / 650 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.5 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.1 x 6 x 5.4" |
Focal Length | 50mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 47° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 1.48' / 45 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.14x |
Optical Design | 6 Elements in 5 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Size | 49 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 2.7 x 2.34" / 68.6 x 59.5 mm |
Weight | 6.56 oz / 186 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.67 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4.7 x 4.1 x 4" |