Sony Alpha 9 III

Name: Sony Alpha 9 III
Brand: Sony
SKU: sony-alpha-9-iii-ilce-9m3
Rating: 4 (70 reviews)

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Brand	Sony 2023
Model	ILCE-9M3
Released Year	2023
Type	Mirrorless Cameras
Series	Alpha 9
Color	Black
Compatible Mountings	Sony E
Autofocus	Yes
Photo Sensor Resolution	24.6 MP
Video Resolution	2160p 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Optical Zoom	1.5 x
File Format	HEIF JPEG Raw RAW
Status	Active

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Overview

The Sony Alpha 9 III (ILCE-9M3) is a flagship full-frame mirrorless camera featuring a newly developed 24.2-megapixel stacked CMOS sensor with integrated memory, enabling ultra-fast readout speeds. It supports blackout-free continuous shooting up to 30 frames per second with AF/AE tracking, thanks to its advanced BIONZ XR image processor. The camera offers a sophisticated 693-point phase-detection AF system paired with real-time Eye AF for humans and animals, ensuring precise focus tracking. Video capabilities include 4K recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning, delivering exceptional image quality. Connectivity options include 10Gbps USB Type-C and high-speed Ethernet, facilitating rapid data transfer workflows. Ergonomically designed with improved heat dissipation, the ILCE-9M3 is built for sustained professional use in various shooting environments.

Specifications

Built-In Media	Multi-interface Show Cap Rechargeable Battery Eyepiece Cup Body cap Camera Body & Accessories Pixel Cleaning Kit 1 x Sony Alpha a9 III Mirrorless Camera - 24.6MP Full Frame Global Shutter, 2 x Sony 64GB SF-M Tough Series UHS-II SDXC Memory Card, 1 x Soft Bag, 3 x NP-FZ100 Battery, 1 x NP-FZ100 charger, 1 x Memory Card Reader, 1 x Led Light, 1 x Corel Photo Software, 1 x 12_inch Flexible Tripod, 1 x Memory Card Wallet, 1 x Cleaning Kit, 1 x Hand Strap, 1 x Lens Cap Keeper Camera Body & Lens Sony Alpha 9 III Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera (Black) Bundle with Pixel Cleaning Kit & more 1 x Sony Alpha a9 III Mirrorless Camera - 24.6MP Full Frame Global Shutter, 1 x Sony 64GB SF-M Tough Series UHS-II SDXC Memory Card, 1 x Soft Bag, 2 x NP-FZ100 Battery, 1 x NP-FZ100 charger, 1 x Memory Card Reader, 1 x Led Light, 1 x Corel Photo Software, 1 x 12_inch Flexible Tripod, 1 x Memory Card Wallet, 1 x Cleaning Kit, 1 x Hand Strap, 1 x Lens Cap Keeper
Are Batteries Included	Yes No
Remote Included	No
Series Number	9 10 3
UPC	027242927803 810151895017 810082107913 796575172456 796575172494 796575172470 810151894980 810082109399 796575172463
Item Height	3.25 inches 3.26 inches
Manufacturer	Sony
Warranty Description	1 year manufacturer limited Limited 1 year Warranty 90 days limited warranty
Connectivity Technology	Micro USB Ethernet HDMI Wi-Fi USB
Wireless Technology	Bluetooth Wi-Fi
Video Output	HDMI
Total USB 3.0 Ports	1
Total USB Ports	1 2
Total Video Out Ports	1
Shooting Modes	Automatic Manual Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Sports Pre-Capture Speed Boost Custom Landscape Macro Movie Panorama Portrait
Digital-Still	Yes
Movie Mode	Yes
Image Capture Type	Stills & Video
Night vision	No
Auto Focus Technology	Wedding, AI-assisted Subject Recognition, Eye and Face Detection for Human/Animal/Bird, Human/Animal/Bird/Car/Train/Airplane Subject Recognition, Real-time AF Tracking Contrast Detection PDAF Fast Hybrid Autofocus
Focus Features	Phase-Detect Autofocus Phase Detection Autofocus (AF) with Tracking Continuous-servo AF Hybrid autofocus with contrast detection Autofocus Contrast Detection Autofocus Autofocus (Continuous-servo AF) Hybrid
Autofocus Points	759 399 1 25 99
Focus Type	Auto Focus Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode	Automatic AF (AF-A) Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C) Manual Focus (MF) Single-Servo AF (AF-S)
Autofocus	Yes
Aspect Ratio	3:2 16:9 4:3
File Format	HEIF JPEG Raw RAW
Effective Still Resolution	24.6 MP 24 MP
JPEG Quality Level	Normal Fine
Maximum Image Size	24.6 MP
Total Still Resolution	24.6 MP 24 MP 24.2 MP
Optical Zoom	1.5 x
Lens Type	Telephoto Standard Zoom Sony E-mount Wide Angle
Zoom	Optical Zoom smooth zoom
Camera Lens	Telephoto Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II Lens Telephoto lens Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS lens with Optical SteadyShot image stabilization for excellent low light performance, offering superior resolution and bokeh. Sony E-mount lens compatible
Real Angle Of View	57.3 Degrees 84 Degrees
Number of Diaphragm Blades	9
Metering Methods	Average Multi-Zone/Evaluative Evaluative Center Weighted Spot Center-Weighted Multi-Zone
Exposure Control	Automatic Manual [Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority Manual] Program Program (P) mode Aperture Priority (Av or A) mode Shutter Priority (Tv or S) mode or Manual (M) mode Manual (M) Program (P) Aperture Priority (Av or A) Shutter Priority (Tv or S)
White Balance Settings	Auto
Self Timer	2 seconds
Screen Size	3 Inches 3.2 Inches
Display Type	LCD OLED
Dots Per Screen	921 600 dots 944000 900000-1200000
Display Fixture Type	Articulating Tilting or Articulating Tilting
Touch Screen Type	Capacitive
Display Resolution Maximum	2 095 000 24 MP 24.6 MP 3840 x 2160
Has Color Screen	Yes No
Memory Slots Available	2
Write Speed	High (up to 120 fps for continuous shooting and sufficient for 4K 120p 10-bit video recording) up to 800 MB/s or faster Up to 120 fps RAW up to 300 MB/s 240 MB/s 120 fps up to 270-300 MB/s
Flash Memory Speed Class	CFexpress Type A C10 U3 Class 10 or higher
Flash Memory UHS Speed Class	U3 or higher 3 or higher UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) U3
Flash Memory Video Speed Class	V60 or higher V30 UHS Class 3 (U3)
Compatible Mountings	Sony E
Sensor Type	BSI CMOS CMOS Global Shutter
Image stabilization	Optical Sensor-shift In-Body Dual Digital
Maximum Aperture	4 Millimeters
Expanded ISO Minimum	125 100 50
Photo Sensor Resolution	24.6 MP
Photo Sensor Size	Full Frame (35mm) 35.6x23.8 mm
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/80000 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed	1/80000 seconds 0.0000125 seconds 1e-05 seconds 2e-08 seconds 0.0083 seconds 1.2e-05 seconds
Form Factor	Mirrorless
Special Feature	World's First Global Shutter System World's First Global Shutter System Global Shutter Pre-Capture Speed Boost 4K Video with 10-bit Recording
Color	Black
Item Weight	1.6 Pounds 4.18 Pounds 7.3 Pounds 4.93 Pounds 4.63 Pounds
Video Resolution	2160p 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Viewfinder	Electronic LCD screen LCD
Flash Modes	Automatic Auto On/Fill Off Slow Sync Rear Curtain On Slow Synch Rear Curtain Synch [POSSIBLY] Fill
Camera Flash	Hotshoe Built-In no flash F2.8
Skill Level	Professional
Specific Uses For Product	Wildlife, Portrait, Sports Sports Photography Wildlife Photography Videography
Compatible Devices	Sony E-mount cameras Devices with CFexpress Type A/SD card readers, HDMI input Sony E mount devices Sony E Mount Compatible Devices Sony a6400 Mirrorless Camera (Ilce-6400/b), which has a Sony E mounting system Sony E Devices with SDXC/SD card slots Wi-Fi or Ethernet connections Sony E mount lenses
Continuous Shooting	120 fps 1.2E+2 fps
Aperture modes	F2.8 RM A M S/Tv F2.8-F4.4 Aperture Priority Manual F2.8-F5.6
Viewfinder Magnification	0.9x 0.78x
Flash Sync Speed	1/80000 sec 1/80000
Video Capture Format	XAVC 4k 4K MP4
Expanded ISO Maximum	51200 25600 204800
Battery Weight	3 Ounces 16.32 Ounces
Delay between shots	0.01 seconds
Battery Cell Type	Lithium Ion
Battery Type	Lithium Ion Mirrorless camera battery compatible with Sony E mount
Flash Memory Type	SDXC SD
Memory Storage Capacity	64 GB
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant Not Water Resistant
Frame Rate	120 FPS 24 fps 30 fps 60 fps 24 25 or 30 or 30 fps 30 120 or 30 FPS
Mount Type	Tripod E-mount Sony E lens mount
Crop Factor	1 1.5 1.0
Has Image Stabilization	Yes No
Lens Mount	Sony E
Shutter Speed Description	Electronic Shutter (1/80000 to 30 seconds, Bulb Mode) Up to 1/80,000 second with global shutter technology global_shutter 1/80000 second
Audio Recording	Yes No
Maximum Focal Length	7E+1 Millimeters 3E+2 Millimeters
Minimum Focal Length	24 Millimeters 3E+2 Millimeters
Age Range Description	Adult
Dynamic Stops	8 Stops
Lens Construction	6 [Complex]
Flash Memory Bus Interface Type	UHS-I UHS-II
Shutter Type	Global Shutter Focal Plane Shutter
Mounting Thread Type	1/4-20
Long Exposure Shutter Mode	Bulb, Time Time
Viewfinder Resolution	9.44E+6 Dots
External-Memory Size	64 GB
Bit Depth	10 Bit
Warranty Type	90 days limited warranty
Processor Count	1
Supported Image Format	JPEG, RAW RAW JPEG
Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum	64 GB
Flash Memory Installed Size	64 GB
Crop Mode	1
Battery Capacity	2.28E+3 Milliamp Hours
Microphone Technology	Condenser Microphone Mono
Audio Output Type	internal
Recording Capacity	133 Minutes 54 Minutes
Supported Audio Format	[POSSIBLE] AAC, MP3, WAV Standard audio formats (AAC MP3 WAV)
Guide Number	128
Diopter Adjustment Range Description	±3 diopters
Viewfinder Coverage Percentage	100

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FAQ

What sensor does the Sony Alpha 9 III use?

It uses a 24.2MP stacked full-frame CMOS sensor with integrated memory for ultra-fast data processing.

What continuous shooting speed does the Alpha 9 III support?

The camera supports blackout-free continuous shooting up to 30 frames per second with full AF/AE tracking.

Does the ILCE-9M3 have advanced autofocus features?

Yes, it features 693 phase-detection AF points with real-time Eye AF for humans and animals.

Can the Alpha 9 III record 4K video?

Yes, it records 4K UHD video using full pixel readout without pixel binning.

What connectivity options are available on the ILCE-9M3?

It includes USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Type-C port and high-speed Ethernet for professional workflows.

Is the Sony Alpha 9 III still in production?

As of 2024, the Sony Alpha 9 III is not discontinued and remains available.

Where can I find manuals and accessories for this camera?

You can find technical PDFs, detailed images, and compatible parts on specialized photography equipment websites and Sony's official portal.

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