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Sony A7 III

Quick information
Brand Sony 2018
Model ILCE7M3/B
Released Year 2018
Type Mirrorless Cameras
Series a7 III
Color Black
Compatible Mountings
  • Sony E (NEX)
  • Sony Alpha
  • Sony E
  • Sony A
Autofocus Yes
Photo Sensor Resolution
  • 24.2 MP
  • 24 MP
Video Resolution
  • 4K UHD 2160p
  • 1080p
  • 2160p
Optical Zoom
  • 1 x
  • 2.5 x
  • 0.78 x
  • 0.5 x
  • 2 x
File Format
  • RAW
  • JPEG
  • Raw
  • MP4
Status Active

Overview

The Sony a7 III (ILCE7M3/B) is a full-frame mirrorless camera featuring a 24.2-megapixel Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor that enhances image quality with improved low-light performance. It employs the BIONZ X image processor to deliver high-speed processing, enabling continuous shooting at up to 10 fps with autofocus. The camera incorporates a 693-point phase-detection AF system combined with 425 contrast AF points for fast and precise subject tracking. Video capabilities include 4K recording with full pixel readout without pixel binning, supporting high-resolution imagery. Battery life is optimized with the NP-FZ100 battery, providing extended shooting sessions. Robust construction includes weather sealing and a 5-axis in-body image stabilization system to minimize camera shake during handheld shooting.

Specifications

Age Range Description
  • Adult
  • All
Built-In Media
  • Camera
  • battery
  • AC adaptor
  • shoulder strap
  • body cap
  • accessory shoe cap
  • eyepiece cup
  • micro-USB cable
  • Camera Kit
  • Tripod
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Battery
  • HDMI Cable
  • Body Cap
  • Eyecup
  • SD Card
  • Shoe Cap
  • USB Cable
  • Sony a7 III Mirrorless Camera
  • Tamron 28-200mm Lens
  • 64GB Memory Card
  • Filter Kit
  • Wide Angle Lens
  • Color Filter Kit
  • Lens Hood
  • Soft Bag
  • NP-FZ100 Compatible Battery
  • Memory Card Reader
  • Corel Photo Software
  • Micro HDMI Cable
  • Flexible Tripod
  • Hand Strap
  • Memory Card Wallet
  • Lens Cap Keeper
  • Cleaning Kit
  • AC Adaptor
  • Camera Body & Accessories
  • Sony a7 III Mirrorless Camera, Sony NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, SecureDigital 64GB Extreme PRO Memory Card, Soft Bag, Memory Card Reader, Corel Photo Software, Micro HDMI Cable, 12 inch Flexible Tripod, Hand Strap, Memory Card Wallet, Lens Cap Keeper, Cleaning Kit
  • Camera Kit with Accessories
  • Sony a7 III Mirrorless Camera, 2 x NP-FZ100 Batteries, SecureDigital 64GB Extreme PRO Memory Card, Soft Bag, Memory Card Reader, LED Light, Corel Photo Software, Micro HDMI Cable, Flexible Tripod, Hand Strap, Memory Card Wallet, Lens Cap Keeper, Cleaning Kit, Body Cap, Eyepiece Cup, Shoulder Strap, Micro-USB Cable
  • Camera Bundle
  • Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only), SanDisk SecureDigital 64GB Extreme PRO Memory Card, NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, Corel Photo Software With PhotoMirage, AfterShot, Painter Essentials, PaintShop Pro, and Video Studio, Large Padded Case, NP-FZ100 charger, Memory Card Reader, Micro HDMI Cable, Cleaning Set, 12 Inch Flexible Tripod, and Memory Card Wallet
Are Batteries Included
  • Yes
  • No
Remote Included No
Series Number 7
UPC
  • 027242910768
  • 649661769149
  • 810151891415
  • 647213634617
  • 649661769156
  • 810151893358
  • 810151891361
  • 810082105636
  • 810151891378
  • 810151893365
  • 748926449168
  • 649661769187
  • 657768351662
  • 810151893341
  • 810082108231
  • 657768611384
Item Height
  • 3 inches
  • 2.9 inches
  • 3.8 inches
  • 5.4 inches
Manufacturer
  • Sony
  • SONY
Warranty Description
  • 1
  • 1 Year Sony USA
  • 90 days limited warranty
  • Limited 1 year Warranty
Metering Methods
  • Evaluative
  • Spot
  • Multi-segment
  • Center Weighted
  • Center-Weighted Average
  • Highlight Weighted
  • Multi-Zone
  • Center-Weighted
  • Center-weighted
  • Average
  • 1200-zone evaluative metering
Exposure Control
  • Aperture Priority
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Program
  • Shutter Priority
  • Automatic
  • Shutter Priority (Tv or S) mode
  • Manual (M) mode
  • Multiple
  • Program (P)
  • Aperture Priority (Av or A)
  • Shutter Priority (Tv or S)
  • Manual (M)
  • Automatic (Auto)
  • Program AE
White Balance Settings
  • Auto
  • Daylight
  • Custom
  • Cloudy
  • Flash torch
  • Shade
Self Timer
  • 10 seconds
  • 10 Seconds
Crop Mode Full-Frame
Screen Size
  • 3 Inches
  • 7.5 Centimeters
Display Type
  • LCD
  • OLED
Dots Per Screen
  • 921
  • 600 Dot
  • Approximately 8
  • 108
  • 000 pixels per square inch
  • 2.36E+6 dots
  • [HIGH-RESOLUTION]
  • 600 dots
  • 284 dots per square inch
  • 922000
  • 1040000
  • 921000
  • 922k
  • 922k-Dot
Display Fixture Type
  • Tilting
  • tilting
  • Built-in LCD
  • Articulating
Touch Screen Type
  • Capacitive
  • [POSSIBLE] Capacitive
  • Touchscreen
Display Resolution Maximum
  • 922
  • 000
  • 24 MP
  • 24.2 MP
  • 1080p
  • 921
  • 600 dots
  • 0.922 MP
  • 2.36 MP
  • 000 dots
Has Color Screen Yes
Flash Memory Type
  • SD
  • SDXC
  • Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I)
Memory Slots Available
  • 2
  • 1
Memory Storage Capacity
  • 32 GB
  • 128 GB
  • 64 GB
Recording Capacity
  • 30 minutes
  • 1.2E+2 minutes
  • 171 minutes
  • 3.4E+2 Minutes
  • 6.1E+2 Minutes
Flash Memory Speed Class
  • U1
  • U3 or V30
  • UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)
  • U3
  • U3 or higher
  • UHS-III
  • 1
  • 30
  • UHS-II
  • UHS Speed Class 3 or higher
  • UHS Speed Class 3
  • V30
  • 3 (U3)
Flash Memory Installed Size
  • 32 GB
  • 128 GB
  • 64 GB
Compatible Mountings
  • Sony E (NEX)
  • Sony Alpha
  • Sony E
  • Sony A
Sensor Type
  • CMOS
  • BSI CMOS
Image stabilization
  • Optical
  • 5-Axis
  • Sensor-shift
  • Digital
Maximum Aperture
  • 4 f
  • 3.5 Millimeters
  • 3.5 f
Expanded ISO Minimum
  • 50
  • 100
  • 3200
Photo Sensor Resolution
  • 24.2 MP
  • 24 MP
Photo Sensor Size
  • Full Frame (35mm)
  • 35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm)
Maximum Shutter Speed
  • 1/8000 seconds
  • 1/4 seconds
  • 30 seconds
  • 1/8000 Seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed
  • 1/8000 seconds
  • 0.001 seconds
  • 0.1 seconds
  • 0.01 seconds
  • 0.00025 seconds
  • 1 seconds
  • 30 Seconds
  • 0.000125 seconds
Form Factor
  • Mirrorless
  • Compact
Special Feature
  • BIONZ X Image Processor and Front-End LSI
  • Wireless
  • Image Stabilization
  • Lightweight
  • 5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization
  • UHD 4K video recording
Color Black
Item Weight
  • 1.4 Pounds
  • 4.8 Pounds
  • 8.3 Pounds
  • 1.44 Pounds
  • 5.16 Pounds
  • 1.43 Pounds
  • 8.27 Pounds
  • 4.81 Pounds
  • 5.7 Pounds
  • 4.9 Pounds
  • 5.2 Pounds
  • 5.18 Pounds
  • 4.85 Pounds
  • 5.96 Pounds
  • 3.17 Pounds
  • 7.17 Pounds
  • 4.31 Pounds
  • 5.4 Pounds
  • 7.36 Pounds
Video Resolution
  • 4K UHD 2160p
  • 1080p
  • 2160p
Viewfinder
  • Electronic
  • LCD screen
Flash Modes
  • Auto
  • Fill Flash
  • Hi-Speed Sync
  • Off
  • Rear Sync
  • Red-Eye Reduction
  • Slow Sync
  • Wireless
  • On
  • Slow Synch
  • Rear Curtain Synch
  • TTL
  • ['Auto'
  • 'On'
  • 'Off'
  • 'Fill Flash']
  • On/Fill
  • Rear Curtain
  • Fill-flash
  • Slow sync
  • SDXC
  • ['Auto'
  • 'On'
  • 'Off'
  • 'Fill Flash']
  • Automatic
  • Fill flash
  • Red-eye reduction
  • Rear curtain sync
Camera Flash
  • Hotshoe
  • Built-In
  • no flash
Skill Level Professional
Specific Uses For Product
  • Travel
  • Image Stabilization
  • Photography
  • Videography
  • Sports Photography
  • Landscape Photography
  • Outdoor Activities
Compatible Devices
  • Sony E-mount
  • Sony E mount cameras
  • Sony E-mount devices
  • Sony E-mount lenses
  • Sony E
  • Sony E-mount cameras
  • Sony E-mount cameras and lenses
  • Sony E mount devices
  • Devices with SD card readers
  • USB
  • Wi-Fi
  • and Bluetooth connectivity
  • Sony A
  • Computers
  • USB-enabled devices
  • SD card readers
  • [Wi-Fi
  • NFC
  • USB]
  • Smartphone
  • Tablet
Continuous Shooting
  • 10 fps
  • 1E+1 fps
  • 10
Aperture modes
  • f_2_0
  • F3.5–F5.6
  • F2.8-F5.6
  • Aperture Priority
  • Manual
  • F1.8-F22
  • F3.6
  • F2.8
  • F2.8-22
Viewfinder Magnification
  • 0.78x
  • 0.70x
  • 1.0x
Audio Input
  • Microphone
  • External Microphone Input (3.5mm jack)
  • [Maybe] HDMI
  • [POSSIBLE] External microphone input (3.5mm jack or proprietary connector)
  • HDMI or USB
  • [PO] Possible Options
Flash Sync Speed
  • 1/250 Second
  • Either '1/250' or '1/500'
  • [1/200-1/250]
  • 1/250
  • Either '1/250' or '1/500'
  • 1/250 or 1/320 sec
  • 1/200 or 1/250
  • 1/250 sec
Video Capture Format
  • MP4
  • 4k
  • XAVC
  • MPEG-4
  • AVCHD
  • 4K UHD 2160p
Expanded ISO Maximum
  • 51200
  • 204800
  • 400000
  • 102400
Battery Weight
  • 1.5 Grams
  • 0.26 Grams
  • 1 Grams
  • 4.3 Pounds
Delay between shots
  • 10 seconds
  • 0.1 seconds
Audio Output Type
  • Headphones
  • Stereo
  • Bluetooth
  • internal
Aspect Ratio
  • 16:9
  • 3:2
  • 4:3
File Format
  • RAW
  • JPEG
  • Raw
  • MP4
Effective Still Resolution
  • 24.2
  • 24 MP
  • 24.2 MP
JPEG Quality Level
  • Basic
  • Fine
  • Normal
Supported Image Format
  • JPEG
  • RAW
  • Raw
  • RAW (ARW or similar)
  • ARW
Bit Depth
  • 14 Bit
  • 10 Bit
Total Still Resolution
  • 24.2 MP
  • 24 MP
Maximum Focal Length
  • 35 Millimeters
  • 70 Millimeters
  • 2E+2 Millimeters
Optical Zoom
  • 1 x
  • 2.5 x
  • 0.78 x
  • 0.5 x
  • 2 x
Lens Type
  • Zoom
  • Standard Zoom
  • Sony E-mount
  • Not Specified (Sony E-mount compatible)
  • Interchangeable
  • interchangeable
  • standard-zoom
  • Sony E-mount lens
Zoom
  • optical
  • Optical Zoom
  • Digital Zoom
Camera Lens
  • 16
  • The camera lens is a Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens, which offers impressive optical performance and lightweight, compact convenience. The 28-70mm zoom range covers various uses, from landscapes to portraits and snapshots. It features built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to keep images sharp and noise-free.
  • FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
  • Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Lens
  • 35 Mm
  • The Sony Alpha a7 III is compatible with Sony E-mount lenses, offering versatility for various photography needs.
  • Reversible Mounting
  • The Sony a7 III camera uses a Sony E-mount interchangeable lens system, which offers a variety of lenses with different focal lengths, aperture sizes, and image stabilization capabilities, making them suitable for various photography needs.
  • 70 Mm
  • Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Lens: A versatile, high-performance zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture, offering a focal length range of 24-70mm, perfect for various shooting situations. It features advanced lens elements for excellent image quality and includes Sony's Nano AR Coating to minimize flare and ghosting. The lens also benefits from a Direct Drive SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) for fast, quiet autofocus and a focus hold button for convenient use.
  • FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
Minimum Focal Length
  • 40 Centimeters
  • 28 Millimeters
  • 3.5 Millimeters
  • 24 Millimeters
Real Angle Of View
  • 107 Degrees
  • 74.02 Degrees
  • 74.03 Degrees
  • 44.2 Degrees
  • 46.8 Degrees
  • 75.4 Degrees
  • 24.3 Degrees
  • 50.63 Degrees
Focal Length Description
  • 24 to 70mm
  • 28-70 mm
  • 35 millimeters
  • 28-70 Millimeters
Digital Zoom
  • 0.78 x
  • 0.19 x
Number of Diaphragm Blades
  • 7
  • 9
  • 10
Photo Filter Thread Size 67 Millimeters
Lens Construction
  • 17 Elements in 14 Groups
  • 9 elements and 8 groups
  • 11 groups
  • 16 elements
  • 17 elements in 15 groups
  • 15 elements in 12 groups
Photo Filter Size 77 Millimeters
Connectivity Technology
  • USB
  • Wi-Fi
  • Micro HDMI
  • Micro USB
  • HDMI
  • NFC
Wireless Technology
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • NFC
Video Output
  • Micro-HDMI
  • HDMI
  • Micro HDMI
Total USB 2.0 Ports
  • 1
  • 2
Total USB 3.0 Ports
  • 1
  • 2
Total USB Ports
  • 1
  • 2
Total Video Out Ports
  • 1
  • 2
Shooting Modes
  • AUTO (iAuto)
  • Programmed AE (P)
  • Aperture priority (A)
  • Shutter-speed priority (S)
  • Manual (M)
  • Movie modes
  • Automatic
  • Program
  • Manual
  • Aperture Priority
  • Shutter Priority
  • Movie
  • ['Portrait'
  • 'Landscape'
  • 'Sports'
  • 'Night mode/Low light']
  • Landscape
  • Macro
  • Portrait
  • Sports
  • Easy
  • [MOVIE
  • PORTrait
  • LANDSCAPE
  • MANUAL
  • CUSTOM
  • SHUTTER PRIORITY]
  • Custom
  • Panorama
  • Underwater
Digital-Still
  • Yes
  • No
Movie Mode
  • Yes
  • No
Image Capture Type
  • Stills & Video
  • Stills
  • Video
Night vision No
Auto Focus Technology
  • Contrast Detection
  • Phase Detection
  • Hybrid
Focus Features
  • Automatic
  • Continuous-Servo AF
  • Direct Manual Focus
  • Manual Focus
  • Single-Servo AF
  • autofocus self-illumination light
  • Hybrid
  • Autofocus and Manual Focus
Autofocus Points 693
Focus Type
  • Auto Focus
  • manual-and-auto
  • Automatic
  • Continuous-Servo AF
  • Direct Manual Focus
  • Manual Focus
  • Single-Servo AF
  • Hybrid
  • optical
Focus Mode
  • Automatic AF (AF-A)
  • Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
  • Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
Autofocus Yes
External-Memory Size
  • 128 GB
  • 64 GB
Write Speed
  • ≥ 10 MB/s
  • 90 MB/s
  • up to 60MB/s
  • 30 MB/s (minimum)
  • up to 90 MB/s
  • High (>90 MB/s)
  • up to 160 MB/s
  • 10 fps
  • [Estimated] 60-170 MB/s
  • 60 MB/s
  • 30 MB/s
  • ~90-170 MB/s
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class
  • 1
  • UHS Speed Class 3
  • U3
  • UHS-II
  • UHS-I
  • UHS-III
  • 3
  • 3 (U3)
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type
  • UHS-I
  • UHS-I or UHS-II
  • SD Bus
  • UHS-II
  • UHS-III
Battery Cell Type
  • Lithium Ion
  • Lithium-Cobalt
Battery Type
  • Lithium Ion
  • Sony NP-FZ100
Processor Description
  • bionz x
  • Sony BIONZ X
  • BIONZ X™ image processing engine
  • BIONZ X
Frame Rate
  • 30 FPS
  • 24fps or 30fps
  • 30 FPS or higher
  • 30 frames_per_second
  • 24p
  • 30p
  • 60p
  • 24 or 30 FPS
  • 30 fps
  • 25p or 30p
Maximum Image Size
  • 24 MP
  • 24.2 MP
Digital Scene Transition zoom
Flash Memory Video Speed Class
  • U3
  • V60
  • U3 or higher
  • 30
  • Class 10
  • V90
  • V30
  • V30 or higher
  • UHS-I U3
Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum 64 GB
Water Resistance Level
  • Not Water Resistant
  • Water Resistant
Battery Capacity
  • 2.28E+3 Milliamp Hours
  • 2280 Milliamp Hours
Dynamic Stops 15 Stops
Supported Audio Format
  • AAC
  • MP3
  • WAV
  • LPCM
  • [INF] - Inferred: AAC
  • or WAV
  • [Inferred] AAC
Mount Type
  • Sony E-mount
  • Tripod or Monopod
  • Tripod
  • Bayonet
  • Sony E mount
Microphone Technology
  • Stereo
  • [Predicted: Mono]
  • Mono
  • Dynamic
  • Condenser
Diopter Adjustment Range Description
  • ±3 to ±5 diopters
  • ±3 diopters
Guide Number
  • 6
  • 50
Viewfinder Coverage Percentage 100
Shutter Type
  • Rolling Shutter
  • Focal Plane Shutter
Crop Factor 1
Mounting Thread Type
  • Sony E
  • Sony E Mount
  • 1/4-20
Warranty Type
  • Manufacturer's Warranty
  • Manufacturer's Warranty
  • Full Warranty
  • Limited
  • 90 days limited warranty
Has Image Stabilization Yes
Minimum Aperture 2.8
Viewfinder Resolution 2.36E+6 Dots
Lens Mount Sony E
Lens Correction Type Chromatic Aberration, Diffraction, Peripheral Illumination

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