Sony Alpha 7S III - Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Name: Sony Alpha 7S III - Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera
Brand: SONY CORPORATION
SKU: ab276110
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Alpha 7S III with pro movie/still capability

New image sensor with double the readout speed

CMOS sensor, with 12.1 effective megapixels, boasts a readout speed up to twice as fast as that of the α7S II, along with high sensitivity and wide dynamic range. An advanced colour filter array boosts colour reproduction accuracy, while focal plane phase-detection AF enables substantial increases in autofocus stability and precision, all of which contribute to outstanding image quality.

New image-processing engine with up to 8x the processing performance

The BIONZ XRTM image-processing engine boasts a performance level up to eight times that of the previous processor, minimising latency while markedly improving real-time processing capabilities for both movies and stills. The engine performs real-time processing of AF, image recognition and image-quality adjustments, while also handling data transfer, user interface and other camera operations.

High sensitivity, wide dynamic range

The full-frame 12.1-megapixel configuration enables high sensitivity with low noise throughout the camera's sensitivity range by optimising the output signal from the sensor. The standard ISO range is 80-102400, which is further expandable to 40-409600 (80-409600 for movies). The dynamic range is an impressively wide 15 stops, for beautiful, true-to-life images without blown highlights. Together, the camera's high sensitivity and wide dynamic range expand your creative freedom during shoots.

Full-frame 4K recording at 120p

Full-frame 4K recording at 120fps with autofocus is possible thanks to the high-speed readout capabilities of the new image sensor working in tandem with the newly developed, powerful BIONZ XR processor. This high image-quality 4K, with full-pixel readout without binning, allows for clear post-produced slow motion (up to x5 slower than real time), as well as bokeh effects typical of full-frame cameras, all with smooth, high-precision autofocus. Despite the α7S III's compact size, it provides impressive scope for your creativity.

Recording movies with 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 color sampling

The camera is capable of performing 4K internal recording with 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 color sampling when using either Long GOP or All Intra compression. This makes it possible to push your color grades further, stretching video out for ultimate HDR realism while still retaining natural gradation, for true editing freedom.

All-Intra internal recording

In addition to Long GOP inter-frame compression, the α7S III supports internal intra-frame (All-Intra) recording for the first time in an α-model body, where each frame is recorded independently at a high bitrate of up to 600Mbps. This can be useful for certain types of shoots as it allows maximum flexibility in post-production editing. [1] All-Intra (All-I) [2] Long GoP [3] Group of Pictures.

HEVC codec with high compression efficiency

Available for the first time, XAVC HS format recording using the MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 codec roughly doubles the compression efficiency. Compared to a normal 4K XAVC S format, XAVC HS allows for detailed 10-bit video with 4:2:2 colour sampling at comparable or lower data rates, delivering even better image quality as well as manageable file sizes.

16-bit RAW data output

Facilitating improved image quality and more flexible and efficient editing in post-production, the camera supports 16-bit RAW data output to an external recorder via HDMI, for the first time in the α series. The output is full-frame 4264 x 2408 (16:9 aspect ratio) 16-bit data from the image sensor, with a choice of 59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p frame rates and color spaces.

S-Log2 and S-Log3 with 10 bit 4:2:2 support

S-Log2 and S-Log3 gamma curves are available, with S-Log3 designed for better reproduction of gradations from shadows to the mid-grey range (18 grey), enabling a dynamic range of up to 15 stops. Three colour gamut settings (S-Gamut, S-Gamut3, and S-Gamut3.Cine) are provided, and the latter two settings make it easier to match the colours of footage shot with Sony's professional cinema cameras. Because the colours match, colour grading is easier in post-production editing, making it more convenient to use the α7S III along with other pro cameras.

Proxy recording for more efficient editing workflow

When shooting movies, low bit-rate HD proxy files can be recorded simultaneously with higher bit-rate formats such as XAVC S-I 4K, and these smaller proxy files can then be used for editing and previewing prior to final production delivery. This reduces computer load and allows faster and more efficient workflows. Proxy files can be captured in either 10-bit XAVC HS (1920 x 1080) or 8-bit XAVC S (1280 x 720) .

10-bit HLG picture profile

An HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) HDR picture profile, complete with the wide-gamut BT.2020 colour space, can be used for direct HDR (HLG) playback on compatible TVs. The result is true-to-life imagery close to what the naked eye can see, with detailed shadows and highlights, less blackout and less whiteout, all without the need for colour grading. In particular, 10-bit recordings reproduce a level of fine gradation and detail for extraordinary realism. [1] High flexibility to fine-tune images as desired (colour grading required) [2] Instant high-quality image (colour grading not required).

Enhanced movie image quality

Thanks to the improved capabilities of the α7S III's new image-processing engine, colors and textures of foliage and human skin can be more consistently reproduced without over-dependence on light sources. Gradation rendering has also been refined, for better-looking skin tones and highlight roll-off in portraits. When shooting 4K, the new image sensor and processing engine reduce rolling shutter distortion to as little as one-third that of the α7S II.

Fast Hybrid AF for dependable focus during movie shooting

Inheriting technology and performance standards from Sony's large-format FX9 pro camcorder, Fast Hybrid AF combines focal plane phase-detection AF with contrast-detection AF. This results in highly precise, smooth tracking of fast-moving subjects even over a wide range with a shallow depth of field, taking full advantage of Sony E-mount lenses' smooth linear-motor focusing and power-zoom operations. Newly added AF Transition Speed and AF Subject Shift Sensitivity parameters allow more flexible focus control, as requested by professional users. Both allow preset settings to be recalled during recording by using a customizable button.

AF support in manual-focus mode

The camera's autofocus support can be useful even when you're primarily using manual focus. For full AF speed, half-press the shutter button or press the AF-ON button, as you would when shooting stills. Alternatively, slower, more cinematic AF transitions can be achieved by initiating AF via the touch focus feature or Real-time Eye AF via a custom button assignment, resulting in slow, smooth autofocus at the preset AF Transition Speed.

Game-changing tracking features to revolutionize movie shooting

Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF make movie-making much easier. Touch Tracking initiates subject tracking with an intuitive touch to the LCD monitor, processing data on color, pattern (brightness), distance (depth) and facial information to keep your subject in steady focus. You can then concentrate more fully on composition, which can be especially useful when you're shooting solo or using a gimbal. Touch operations can be used to temporarily engage AF even when you're shooting manually.

Active Mode optical image stabilisation for handheld shooting

Relying on a new high-precision stabilisation unit, gyro sensors, and optimised image stabilisation algorithms, the camera's Optical SteadyShotTM Active Mode provides the precise degree of optical image compensation needed during movie shooting, even for 4K video. With this unprecedented level of stabilisation it's possible to shoot with the camera only, taking advantage of the compact size and mobility of the α system. [1] Track of camera shake [2] Standard [3] Active.

Enhanced audio quality

A digital audio interface is incorporated in the camera's Multi Interface (MI) Shoe, to facilitate cleaner, clearer audio recordings without loss of quality. The XLR-K3M XLR Adaptor Kit additionally provides the camera with 4-channel 24-bit digital audio recording capability. Three recording formats can be selected from a menu: 48 kHz/16-bit 2-ch, 48 kHz/24-bit 2-ch, and 48 kHz/24-bit 4-ch, with the XLR-K3M XLR Adaptor Kit required for the latter two formats.

New heat-dissipation design for extended recording times

The camera's design has been optimised to prevent overheating even during extended recording sessions. A unique Sony Σ (sigma) shaped graphite-alloy heatsink is built into the image stabilisation unit, allowing the sensor to dissipate heat five times more effectively than in previous models, while allowing it to move freely and avoiding interference with the stabilisation system.

Designed for smooth movie-making

Flexibility in positioning the camera and framing shots is provided by the side-opening, vari-angle monitor, which incorporates a bright 3.0-type, 1.44 million-dot LCD screen. The MOVIE button is within easy reach on the camera's top panel, and a durable HDMI Type-A terminal ensures reliable connections to external monitors. The item arrangement and initial settings on the mode dial have also been adjusted to meet the needs of pro users.

Dedicated settings menu for movie shooting

A subset of the camera's settings can be changed independently for movie or still shooting, which can be useful if you want to use different ISO, Iris (aperture) and other settings depending on the shooting mode. Another convenient feature is the use of Flexible Exposure Mode instead of normal PASM Mode when Movie or S&Q mode is selected. This allows quick switching between auto and manual control of Iris (aperture) and shutter speed, and the function can be assigned to a custom button to allow one-touch toggling between auto and manual.

Fast Hybrid AF for still shots

The Fast Hybrid AF uses a high-density array of 759 phase-detection AF points (covering around 93 of the imaging area) in conjunction with 425-point contrast-detection AF. Real-time Eye AF (for humans and animals) and Real-time Tracking features are also available for the first time in the S series. Advanced AF algorithms facilitate precise AF down to light levels as low as EV-6, for accurate focus even when the subject would be difficult to see clearly with the naked eye.

High-speed continuous shooting performance

Mechanical and electronic shutters are each capable of continuous shooting at up to 10fps with AF/AE. Continuous shooting of over 1000 uncompressed RAW images is possible thanks to increases in the buffer memory of the BIONZ XR processor and memory-card writing speed.

Enhanced image quality for stills

The new image sensor and image-processing engine deliver an extraordinary degree of sensitivity, a defining characteristic of the S series, and significantly better reproduction of colour and textural details. Improved rendering capability provides realistic-looking images with reduced noise, particularly in the mid-to-high sensitivity range. A new Visible Light and IR Sensor improves auto white balance, and HEIF file options and an HLG Still Image Mode (for 8-bit and 10-bit HEIF stills) have been added.

Creative Look feature to set the mood and atmosphere

The new Creative Look feature is a quick way to establish a particular mood in still shots and movies by altering parameters like brightness, contrast and color saturation. Ten Creative Look presets are available in-camera, and each of these can be used as-is, or further customized using eight individual parameter settings. Custom Creative Look settings can be easily saved and stored for later use.

Two CFexpress Type A-compatible media slots

The camera's two media slots are compatible with new CFexpress Type A cards as well as SDXC/SDHC cards supporting UHS-I and UHS-II speed classes. CFexpress Type A cards are the next standard for compact storage with fast write/read speeds suitable for both high-speed continuous still shooting and 4K movie recording at high bit rates. They are capable of quickly clearing camera buffers even when high volumes of still image and movie data are being generated.

High-definition 9.44 million-dot electronic viewfinder

Boasting the highest resolution in its class, the α7S III's viewfinder rivals the resolution of the human eye. It provides category-leading 0.90x viewfinder magnification, a 41 diagonal field of view, and a 25mm high eyepoint for clear, low-distortion viewing. Improvements in sealing greatly reduce the chance that even drastic ambient temperature fluctuations will cause interior condensation.

New touch-driven menu with workflow-based navigation

Responding to requests from pro photographers and videographers, the menu structure has been designed to allow professionals to work more efficiently. Menu tabs are on the left side of the display, while parameter groups and parameters related to the selected tab appear on the right. Up to three levels can be displayed together, making the menu structure more clearly visible. Touch-responsive menu operations enable fast, intuitive control.

Reliable, durable construction

To maximize dust and moisture resistance, additional sealing has been applied to all body seams and to the battery compartment cover, and the media slot cover has been redesigned to handle harsh outdoor environments. A filter in front of the image sensor oscillates at an ultrasonic frequency of 70,000 cycles per second to remove dust from the sensor surface. The camera chassis is highly durable thanks to full magnesium-alloy construction.

USB Power Delivery

The camera supports USB PD (Power Delivery), to enable continuous shooting for extended periods without draining the internal battery. PD-compatible USB chargers and mobile batteries can be connected to the camera's USB Type C^® port, to supply power or to recharge the internal battery at 3 to 4 times the rate of conventional power supplies.

Data communications to support on-site workflow

External flash control from the camera body

It is now possible to configure the settings of a compatible attached flash or Wireless Radio Commander (both sold separately) from the camera. Most settings, including light output, can be accessed and easily changed directly from a camera menu, for high-performance flash control with these genuine Sony accessories. Flash parameters are shown in the selected camera display language.

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.

S-Cinetone^™ from high-end cinema camera color science

The inclusion of Sony's acclaimed S-Cinetone look, inherited from the development of the Cinema Line FX9 and CineAlta cameras such as VENICE, allows cinematic color to be achieved directly in-camera. S-Cinetone is optimized for natural skin tones and mid-range colors, with gentle highlight roll-off, for impressive subject depiction without grading at post production as a workflow.

Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

This product is compatible with Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.

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Specifications

Lens
Lens Mount	E-mount
Image Sensor
Aspect Ratio	3 : 2
Number Of Pixels (Effective)	Approx. 12.1 megapixels
Number of Pixels (total)	Approx. 12.9 megapixels
Sensor Type	35 mm full frame (35.6 × 23.8 mm), Exmor R^® CMOS sensor
Anti-Dust System	Yes (Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibration mechanism)
Recording (still images)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) [4:3]	35-mm full frame L: 3776 x 2832 (11 M), M: 2464 x 1848 (4.6 M), S: 1888 x 1416 (2.7 M), APS-C L: 2464 x 1848 (4.6 M), M: 1888 x 1416 (2.7 M), S: 1232 x 920 (1.1 M)
Image Size (pixels) [16:9]	35-mm full frame L: 4240 x 2384 (10 M), M: 2768 x 1560 (4.3 M), S: 2128 x 1200 (2.6 M), APS-C L: 2768 x 1560 (4.3 M), M: 2128 x 1200 (2.6 M), S: 1376 x 776 (1.1 M)
IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) [1:1]	35mm full frame L: 2832 x 2832 (8 M), M: 1840 x 1840 (3.4 M), S: 1408 x 1408 (2.0 M), APS-C L: 1840 x 1840 (3.4 M), M: 1408 x 1408 (2.0 M), S: 912 x 912 (0.8 M)
Picture Effect	-
Creative Style	-
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
CREATIVE LOOK	ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
Dynamic Range Functions	Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level (1-5))
Color Space	sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut), Adobe RGB standard and Rec. ITU-R BT.2100 standard (BT.2020 gamut).² (compatible with TRILUMINoS Color)
14bit RAW	Yes
Recording system (Still Image)
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]	35-mm full frame L: 4240 x 2832 (12 M), M: 2768 x 1848 (5.1 M), S: 2128 x 1416 (3.0 M), APS-C L: 2768 x 1848 (5.1 M), M: 2128 x 1416 (3.0 M), S: 1376 x 920 (1.3 M)
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
Recording (movie)
Recording Format	XAVC S, XAVC HS
Color Space	Rec. ITU-R BT.2100 standard compatible (BT.2020 gamut).³ (compatible with TRILUMINoS Color)
Picture Effect	-
Creative Style	-
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
CREATIVE LOOK	ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC HS 4K)	3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (200 Mbps), 60p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps / 30 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (200 Mbps), 50p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (280 Mbps), 60p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (280 Mbps), 50p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps)* details of frame rate⁴
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S 4K)	3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (200 Mbps), 60p (150 Mbps), 30p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (200 Mbps), 50p (150 Mbps), 25p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (280 Mbps), 60p (200 Mbps), 30p (140 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (280 Mbps), 50p (200 Mbps), 25p (140 Mbps)* details of frame rate⁴
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S HD)	1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 60p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 30p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 24p (50 Mbps); 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p　(100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps); 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (50 Mbps), 30p (50 Mbps), 24p (50 Mbps); 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (50 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps)* details of frame rate⁴
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I 4K)	3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (600 Mbps), 30p (300 Mbps), 24p (240 Mbps); 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (500 Mbps), 25p (250 Mbps)* details of frame rate⁴
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I HD)	1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (222 Mbps), 30p (111 Mbps), 24p (89 Mbps); 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (185 Mbps), 25p (93 Mbps)* details of frame rate⁴
Slow & quick motion (shooting frame rate)	NTSC mode: 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, 240fps⁵, PAL mode: 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps, 200fps⁵* details of frame rate⁴
Movie Functions	Audio Level Display, Audio Rec Level, PAL/NTSC Selector, Proxy Recording (1280 x 720 [6 Mbps], 1920 x 1080 [9 Mbps], 1920 x 1080 [16 Mbps]), TC/UB, Auto Slow Shutter, Gamma Disp. Assist, RAW Output(HDMI)
Recording system (Movie)
VIDEO COMPRESSION	XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265
AUDIO RECORDING FORMAT	XAVC S: LPCM 2ch, LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 16 bit), LPCM 2ch (48 kHz 24 bit)⁶, LPCM 4ch(48 kHz 24 bit)⁶, MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch⁷
Recording System
Location information Link from smartphone	Yes
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	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
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction	Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 s, High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off
White Balance
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
Focus Type	Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensor	Exmor R^® CMOS sensor
Focus Point	35-mm 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)
Focus Sensitivity Range	EV-6 to EV20 (ISO 100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Focus Mode	AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous AF), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus
Focus Area	Wide / Zone / Center Fix / Spot / Expand Spot / Tracking
EYE AF / SUBJECT RECOGNITION AF	[Still images] Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal, [Movie] Human (Right/Left Eye Select)
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	Yes (with built-in LED type)
AF Illuminator range	Approx. 0.98 ft – approx. 0.98 ft (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5–5.6 OSS lens attached)
Focus type with LA-EA3 (Sold separately)	Phase-detection
Exposure
Metering Sensor	Exmor R^® CMOS sensor
Metering Sensitivity	EV -3 to EV 20 (at ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Metering Mode	Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot, Spot Standard/Large, Entire Screen Avg., Highlight
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5.0EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable) (with exposure compensation dial: +/- 3EV [1/3 EV steps])
Exposure Bracketing	Bracket: Cont., Bracket: Single, 3/5/9 frames selectable. (Ambient light, Flash light)
AE Lock	Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
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)
ISO Sensitivity	Still images: ISO 80–102400 (ISO numbers up from ISO 40 to ISO 409600 can be set as expanded ISO range.), Movies: ISO 80–102400 equivalent (ISO numbers up to ISO 409600 can be set as expanded ISO range.)
Anti-Flicker Shoot.	Yes⁸
Scene Selection	-
Metering Type	1200-zone evaluative metering
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type	1.6 cm (0.64 type) electronic viewfinder (color)
Number of Dots	9 437 184 dots
Field Coverage	100%
Magnification	Approx. 0.90x (with 50-mm lens at infinity, -1m^-1)
Diopter Adjustment	-4.0 to +3.0 m^-1
Eye Point	Approx. 1 inch from the eyepiece lens, 1 inch 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, Emph disp dur REC
Finder Frame Rate Selection	NTSC mode: STD 60fps / HI 120fps, PAL mode: STD 50fps / HI 100fps
LCD Screen
Monitor Type	2.95 inch (3.0-type) wide type TFT
Number of Dots	1,440,000 dots
Touch Panel	Yes
Brightness Control	Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
Adjustable Angle	Opening Angle: Approx. 176 deg., Rotation Angle: Approx. 270 deg.
Focus Magnifier	Yes, Focus Magnifier (35-mm full frame: 2.1x / 4.1x, APS-C: 1.5x / 3.0x)
Other Features
PlayMemories Camera Apps™	-
Clear Image Zoom	Still images: Approx. 2x, Movies: Approx. 1.5x (4K), Approx. 2x (HD)
Digital Zoom	Smart zoom (Still images):35-mm full frame: M:Approx. 1.5x, S: Approx. 2x, APS-C: M: Approx. 1.3x, S: Approx. 2x, Digital zoom (Still images): 35-mm 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): 35-mm full frame: Approx. 4x, APS-C: Approx. 4x
Face Detection	Face Priority in AF, Face Priority in Multi Metering, Regist. Faces Priority
Self-Portrait Self-Timer	-
Others	Interval Recording, ISO AUTO Min. SS, Bright Monitoring, Copyright Info, Set File Name, Save/Import Settings, Help guide, Video Light Mode, Zoom Ring Rotate
Shutter
TYPE	Electronically controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Shutter Type	Mechanical shutter/Electronic shutter
Shutter Speed	Still images: 1/8000 to 30 s, 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	1/250 sec.⁹
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter	Yes (ON/OFF)
Silent Shooting	Yes (ON/OFF)
Image Stabilization
TYPE	Image Sensor-Shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation (compensation depends on lens specifications)
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.)
Flash Control
TYPE	-
Guide No.	-
Flash coverage	-
Control	Pre-flash TTL¹⁰
Flash Compensation	+/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
Flash Modes	Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable), Wireless¹¹, Hi-speed sync.¹¹
Recycling Time	-
External Flash Compatibility	Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adapter for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory shoe
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	Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), Self-timer, Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., White Balance bracket, DRO bracket
Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.)	Continuous shooting: Hi+: 10 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps¹²
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 frames¹²
Self-Timer	10-sec. delay / 5-s delay / 2-s delay / Continuous self-time / Bracketing self-timer
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting	-
Playback
Photo Capture	Yes
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
Print
Compatible Standards	Exif Print, Print Image Matching III
Custom function
Type	Custom key settings, Programmable Setting (Body 3 sets / memory card 4 sets), My Dial Settings, My Menu, Reg Cust Shoot Set
Lens Compensation
Setting	Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion
Power
Supplied Battery	One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
Battery Life (Still Images)	Approx. 510 shots (Viewfinder) / Approx. 600 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)¹³
Battery Life (Movie, actual recording)	Approx. 80 min (Viewfinder)/Approx. 95 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)¹⁴
Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording)	Approx. 130 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 135 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)
Internal Battery Charge	Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery-compatible)
Power consumption with Viewfinder	Still images: Approx. 4.3 W (with FE 28–70-mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: Approx. 7.6 W (with FE 28–70-mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
Power consumption with LCD screen	Still images: Approx. 3.3 W (with FE 28–70-mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: Approx. 7.3 W (with FE 28–70-mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached)
USB Power Supply	Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery-compatible)
Interface
PC Interface	Mass-storage / MTP
Multi/Micro USB Terminal	Yes, Type-C^® Terminal (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps [USB 3.2] compatible)
Bluetooth®	Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 5.0 [2.4 GHz band])
Multi Interface Shoe	Yes (with Digital Audio Interface)¹⁵
Mic Terminal	Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Sync terminal	-
Headphone Terminal	Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Vertical Grip Connector	Yes
LAN Terminal	-
FUNCTIONS	FTP Transfer Func., View on Smartphone, Remote control via Smartphone, NFC One-touch remote, PC Remote, BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), PhotoTV HD
Size & Weight
Weight (with battery and memory card included)	Approx. 1 lb 8.7 oz, Approx. 699 g
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), Approx. 128.9 mm x 96.9 mm x 80.8 mm, Approx. 128.9 mm x 96.9 mm x 69.7 mm (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR)
Audio
Microphone	Built-in, stereo
Speaker	Built-in, monaural
Others
Operating Temperature	32 - 104 degrees F / 0 - 40 degrees C

What's in the Box

Rechargeable battery NP-FZ100, Battery charger BC-QZ1, Power cord, Cable protector, Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup, USB-A to USB-C cable (USB 3.2)

Footnotes

^footnote1 With 10% image crop.

^footnote2 When [HLG Still Image] setting is set to [On].

^footnote3 When [Gamma] is set to [HLG] and [Color Mode] is set to [BT.2020] in [Picture Profile]

^footnote4 24p: 23.98 fps, 30p: 29.97 fps, 60p: 59.94 fps, and 120p: 119.88 fps.

^footnote5 Number of effective pixels: 1408 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.

^footnote6 When using accessories that support 4-ch output / 24 bits with the Multi Interface Shoe.

^footnote7 Proxy movies

^footnote8 Anti-flicker Shooting is not available when the [Shutter Type] setting is set to [Electronic Shutter].

^footnote9 With compatible Sony external flash

^footnote10 A flash cannot be used when [Shutter Type] is set to [Electronic Shutter].

^footnote11 With compatible external flash

^footnote12 Varies according to shooting conditions or memory card used

^footnote13 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.

^footnote14 Indication recording time, which is defined by repeating the cycle: Power on, start recording, zoom, stand-by and power off.

^footnote15 Sony accessories for the Accessory Shoe can be attached.

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Sensitivity, speed and supreme imagery
The Alpha 7S III features a newly developed 12.1-megapixel Full-frame Backside-illuminated (BSI) Exmor R CMOS sensor that delivers sensitivity, speed and superior images and movie. It takes full advantage of the large pixels and BSI copper wiring structure to more than double the sensitivity and readout speed. In addition, this new Exmor R sensor features Sony’s acclaimed fast hybrid autofocus with 759 phase detection AF points and 92% coverage. The high sensitivity also allows it to autofocus in light as low as EV-611.

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A new BIONZ XR processing engine delivers 8x more processing power than previous models. It not only supports the high sensitivity and wide dynamic range that has become hallmarks of the “S” series, but also high-speed features such as real-time AF tracking and up to 10fps continuous shooting of more than 1000 RAW still images.

Tech Specs

General

Product Type

Digital camera - 4K - mirrorless system

Lens Included

Body only

Sensor Resolution

12.1 Megapixel

Optical Sensor Type

Exmor R CMOS

Total Pixels

12,900,000 pixels

Effective Sensor Resolution

12,100,000 pixels

Optical Sensor Size

Full Frame (35.6 x 23.8 mm)

Frame Rate (Max Resolution)

120 fps

ISO (Max)

409600

Extended ISO (Max)

409600

Extended ISO (Min)

Sensor Dust Reduction

Yes

Sensor Features

Dust Reduction (image sensor vibration), Anti-Dust coating

Digital Zoom

Image Processor

BIONZ XR

Image Stabilizer

Optical (5-axis Steady Shot)

Built-in Optical Image Stabilizer

Yes

Face Detection

Yes

Sensors

Digital level meter

Print Standard

Exif Print support, PRINT Image Matching

Auto Focus

TTL contrast and phase detection

Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty

759

AE/AF Control

Flex Focus Point, Face-priority AF, Subject-tracking AF, Eye detection AF

Face Detection

Face Recognition, face-priority AF function

Digital Video Format

H.264, XAVC S, H.265, XAVC HS

Image Recording Format

JPEG, RAW, RAW + JPEG

Max Video Resolution

3840 x 2160

Audio Signal Format

AAC

Auto Focus Features

Focus Peaking function, Predictive Focus Control

Interface

HDMI, USB-C, Wireless LAN, NFC (Near Field Communication), Bluetooth 5.0

Connectivity Features

Remote control via mobile devices, Wireless Image Transfer, PC Remote functions via Wi-Fi

Exposure & White Balance

Light Sensitivity

ISO 204800, ISO 409600, ISO 80-102400, ISO 40

Exposure Metering

Multi-segment, center-weighted, spot

Exposure Metering Zones

1200

Exposure Modes

Bulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority

Bracketing Modes

Dynamic Range Bracketing

White Balance

Custom, automatic, presets

White Balance Presets

Incandescent, fluorescent, cloudy, flash, daylight, shade, underwater, 2500K - 9900K

Shutter Type

Mechanical electronically-controlled

Max Shutter Speed

1/8000 sec

Min Shutter Speed

30 sec

Exposure Compensation

±5 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps

Auto Exposure Bracketing

3, 5 or 9 steps

X-sync Speed

1/250 sec

Exposure Range

EV -3-20 (ISO 100)

Lens System

Lens Mounting Type

Sony E-mount

Additional Features

Continuous Shooting Speed

8 frames per second, 3 frames per second, 10 frames per second, 6 frames per second

Self-Timer Delay

10 sec, 2 sec, 5 sec

Flash Terminal

Hot shoe

Additional Features

Built-in speaker, digital image rotation, camera orientation detection, histogram display, shadow point display, interval shooting mode, highlight point display, Dynamic Range Optimizer, USB charging, built-in help guide, Chromatic Aberration Compensation (CAC), HDR image enhancement technology, Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO), fast motion recording, Lens Distortion Compensation (LDC), noise reduction over long exposures, high ISO speed noise reduction, silent shooting, BRAVIA Sync function, PhotoTV HD, GPS via mobile, slow motion recording, peripheral shading correction, anti-flicker, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) recording

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Type

Built-in - electronic

Viewfinder Color Support

Color

Viewfinder Diagonal Size

0.64"

Viewfinder Resolution

9,437,184 pixels

Optical Viewfinder Field Coverage

100%

Optical Viewfinder Magnification

0.9x

Optical Viewfinder Dioptric Correction Range

-4 to +3

Display

Type

3" LCD display

Display Format

1,440,000 pixels

Display Form Factor

Folding

Touch Screen

Yes

Display Features

Display brightness control

Microphone

Microphone Operation Mode

Stereo

Connections

Connector Type

USB (USB Type-C)
HDMI output (19 pin HDMI Type A)
Microphone (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)

Miscellaneous

Body Material

Magnesium alloy

Protection

Dust-resistant, moisture-resistant

Battery

Battery Type

Sony NP-FZ100 lithium ion

Details

Sony NP-FZ100 Li-ion rechargeable battery - 2280 mAh (included)

Battery Life Details

Photo shooting - 510 shots (EVF on)
Photo shooting - 600 shots (LCD Monitor on)
Video recording - 80 minutes (EVF on)
Video recording - 135 minutes (LCD Monitor on)

Memory / Storage

Memory Card Slot

Dual SD card, dual CFexpress

Supported Memory Cards

SD Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDHC UHS-I Memory Card, SDXC UHS-I Memory Card, SDHC UHS-II Memory Card, SDXC UHS-II Memory Card, CFexpress

Memory Card Included

Image Storage

JPEG 4240 x 2832
JPEG 2768 x 1848
JPEG 2128 x 1416
JPEG 1376 x 920
JPEG 3776 x 2832
JPEG 2464 x 1848
JPEG 1888 x 1416
JPEG 1232 x 920
JPEG 4240 x 2348
JPEG 2768 x 1550
JPEG 2128 x 1200
JPEG 1376 x 776
JPEG 2832 x 2832
JPEG 1840 x 1840
JPEG 1408 x 1408
JPEG 912 x 912

Video Capture

XAVC HS - 3840 x 2160 p - 120 fps
XAVC HS - 3840 x 2160 p - 60 fps
XAVC HS - 3840 x 2160 p - 100 fps - 200Mbps
XAVC HS - 3840 x 2160 p - 50 fps
XAVC HS - 3840 x 2160 p - 24 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 120 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 60 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 30 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 24 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 100 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 50 fps
XAVC S - 3840 x 2160 p - 25 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 120 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 60 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 30 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 24 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 100 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 50 fps
XAVC S HD - 1920 x 1080 p - 25 fps

Dimensions & Weight

Width

5.1 in

Depth

3.2 in

Height

3.8 in

Weight Details

Camera with battery and memory card: 24.7 oz

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature

32 °F

Max Operating Temperature

104 °F

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