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Compatible Mountings | Sony E (NEX) |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Supported File Format | RAW |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Maximum Focal Length | 35 Millimeters |
Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Maximum Aperture | 4 f |
Expanded ISO Minimum | 50 |
Metering Description | Evaluative |
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- Advanced 24.2MP BSI full frame Image Sensor w/ 1.8X readout speed.Aspect Ratio - 3:2, Headphone Terminal : Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack), Mic Terminal : Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack). Brightness Control (Viewfinder) : Auto/Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2).
- 15 stop dynamic range, 14 bit uncompressed RAW, ISO 50 to 204,800. Compatible with Sony E mount lenses. Can be connected via Bluetooth with smartphones featuring (as of the date of release)- Android (Android 5.0 or later, Bluetooth 4.0 or later), iOS (Bluetooth 4.0 or later)
- Up to 10fps silent or mechanical shutter with AE/AF tracking. Battery life (Still Images): Approx. 610 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 710 shots (LCD monitor), battery life (Movie, continuous recording): Approx. 200 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 210 min (LCD monitor)
- 693 phase detection / 425 contrast AF points w/ 93 percent image coverage. Focus sensor: Exmor R CMOS sensor
- In the box: Rechargeable battery (NP FZ100), AC adapter (AC UUD12), shoulder strap, body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Eyepiece cup, Micro USB cable. Metering type: 1200 zone evaluative metering
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Picture quality | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.5 | — | 5.0 |
Image stabilization | 4.6 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.5 | — | 5.0 |
Auto focus | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.2 | — | 5.0 |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Zoom | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | — | — | Telephoto, Wide Angle |
shooting modes | AUTO (iAuto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Movie modes | Auto, Programmed, Aperture, Shutter speed, Manual, Movie | Auto, Programmed, Aperture, Shutter speed, Manual, Movie | Movie | Automatic, Movie | — |
connectivity tech | NFC, HDMI | HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB | — | Wi-Fi, USB, Micro HDMI, Micro USB, NFC | Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, USB, Micro USB, NFC |
video resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | 4320p | 4320p | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p |
optical zoom | 1 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | — | — | 0.78 multiplier x |
magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x | 0.78x | — | 0.78x | — |
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Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 922,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 24.2 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 24.2 MP |
Frame Rate | Up to 60 fps |
White balance settings | Auto, Daylight, Custom, Cloudy, Shade, Flash torch |
Self Timer Duration | 2 seconds, 10 seconds, 5 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Flash Modes Description | Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 Second |
Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
Video Capture Format | H.264/XAVC S, AVCHD/H.264 |
Video Capture Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
Video Input Format | NTSC/PAL |
Video Standard | AVI |
Color Depth | 14 Bits |
Video Output Interface | 3.5mm audio, HDMI, USB |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 6 Hours |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 1.5 Grams |
Battery Capacity | 16.4 Watt Hours |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | HDMI, NFC |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 10 fps |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash Memory Type | SDXC |
Memory Slots Available | 2 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
Special Feature | BIONZ X Image Processor and Front-End LSI; 693-Point Hybrid AF System; 5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization |
Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Digital Recording Time | Up to 29 Minutes |
Shock Resistant | FALSE |
Form Factor | Mirrorless |
Hardware Interface | AV Port |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Audio Output Type | Headphones |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
GPS | No GPS |
Lens Type | Zoom |
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Optical Zoom | 1 x |
Digital Zoom | 0.78 x |
Maximum Aperture | 4 f |
Minimum Aperture | 22 f |
Zoom Type | optical |
Autofocus Points | 693 |
Camera Lens Description | 16 |
Compatible Mountings | Sony E (NEX) |
Focus Type | optical |
Maximum Focal Length | 35 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 40 Centimeters |
Photo Filter Thread Size | 67 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 51200 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 50 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Metering Description | Evaluative |
Shooting Modes | AUTO (iAuto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Movie modes |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.78x |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
Dots per screen area | 921,600 Dot |
Warranty Type | Limited |
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Mfg Warranty Description Labor | 1 Year |
Manufacturer Warranty Description Parts | 1 Year |
Model Name | Sony a7 III |
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Brand | Sony |
Model Number | ILCE7M3/B |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #11,630 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #12 in Mirrorless Cameras |
ASIN | B07B43WPVK |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Camera, battery, AC adaptor, shoulder strap, body cap, accessory shoe cap, eyepiece cup, micro-USB cable |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 60 Degrees Celsius |
Lower Temperature Rating | 32 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Upper Temperature Rating | 104 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Processor Description | bionz |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5 x 3.88 x 3 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.44 Pounds |
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Advanced 24.2MP Full frame Image Sensor w/ 1.8X readout speed Advanced 24.2MP Back Illuminated 35mm Full frame Image Sensor. Bluetooth Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 4.1 (2.4 GHz band)). Compatible with Sony E mount lenses. External Flash Compatibility Sony α System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach the shoe adapter for flash compatible with Auto lock accessory shoe. Battery Life (Movie, actual recording): Approx. 115 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 125 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording): Approx. 200 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 210 min (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) Battery Life (Still Images): Approx. 610 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 710 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) Internal Battery Charge:Yes (Available with Multi/Micro USB Terminal or USB Type-C Terminal).
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Customers like the quality, autofocus, and value of the camera. For example, they mention it's a great entry-level camera that takes nice pictures and has amazing image wealth. Some appreciate the low light performance and performance. Opinions are mixed on color and battery life.
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Customers like the quality of the digital camera. They mention it's a good camera, fantastic, and well worth the price. They say it'll rival the best DSLRs in every way except battery. They also say it has a high quality sensor for photos and videos and is in great condition.
"I moved up to the A7III from the A7II. It is amazingly better...." Read more
"...Great all around camera.The sensor is high quality for photos and video. The sensor is great for shadow details and great dynamic range...." Read more
"...But, it’s earned it reputation as a versatile and enduring classic. It can handle photography and video work with gusto." Read more
"...I really love the silent shutter mode which is great for on film set photography, interviews, weddings where you don't want to make a sound...." Read more
Customers are happy with the photo quality of the camera. They say it takes really nice pictures, has amazing image wealth, excellent low light performance, and incredible raw shots. They also mention that the eye focus is dead on and the high ISO photos are very good. The camera is great for stills and video, with great 4K video and 120fps at 1080p.
"...She has a very successful photography business, which she started in high school and she is now able to do everything and more than she could’ve..." Read more
"...It is amazingly better. Eye focus is dead on, and high ISO photos are very good, especially with the 85mm f1.8 lens...." Read more
"...3. HLG color space, no overheating4. Bright and Beautiful monitor, focus peaking, customizable buttons, uncompressed RAW photo capability, a..." Read more
"...It can handle photography and video work with gusto." Read more
Customers like the autofocus of the camera. They say it has great autofocus, top notch, and super fast. They also appreciate the focus peaking feature and say they've never had any issues with autofocus. Some customers say that their pictures have greatly improved in focus and overall quality.
"I moved up to the A7III from the A7II. It is amazingly better. Eye focus is dead on, and high ISO photos are very good, especially with the 85mm..." Read more
"...4. Bright and Beautiful monitor, focus peaking, customizable buttons, uncompressed RAW photo capability, a large buffer depending on card size, and..." Read more
"...With those cameras, I've never had any issues whatsoever with autofocus. It always worked, even in low light, whenever I wanted it...." Read more
"...It has great autofocus, face and image stabilization(not as good as say a gh5 but still good). I love using my a7III with my sony 90mm 2.8 g lens...." Read more
Customers like the value of the camera. They mention that it's the best in its price range, an affordable full-frame stills camera that can mount practically any lens on the marketplace, and worth the wait. Some say that the experience is great so far.
"...This is a great entry level and beyond. Many professionals use this a d have it as a backup...." Read more
"...This is absolutely a professional camera and is reasonably priced for the features it has...." Read more
"...for landscapes and portraits because the color rendition & joy to use has been improved...." Read more
"...This camera does it all and does it with a small footprint and low price...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the digital camera. They mention that it's really fast even shooting RAW, amazing, and fast enough to write 4K UHD. They also appreciate the high ISO performance, and say that the EFV is super responsive. They say that it can shoot 4K video and 120fps at 1080p video.
"...by the picture detail, the steadyshot stabilization, the super slowmo 120fps video, and the sound quality that comes out of it...." Read more
"...Also, for it to be such a fast-shooting camera with super quick response times (with almost everything); it does take a bit longer than desired to..." Read more
"...However it is still fast enough to write 4k uhd. For this reason I use slot 1 for RAW burst shooting and slot 2 for either jpeg or video...." Read more
"...The Sony is a tad bit laggy but not a lot. Besides that, this camera is amazing. I’ve only had it for a few hours and this thing is incredible!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the low light performance of the camera. They mention that it works beautifully in low light situations, and produces great pictures. The monitor is nice and bright, and the autofocus is fast. The backside illuminated detector, touch screen, and improved autofocus make this a great choice for photographers.
"...3. HLG color space, no overheating4. Bright and Beautiful monitor, focus peaking, customizable buttons, uncompressed RAW photo capability, a..." Read more
"...-large battery-improved color over previous gen-amazing lowlight performance, better than a9 & a7riii, about as good or better than..." Read more
"Dynamic range and color accuracy are excellent. The monitor is nice and bright. Integrated interval shooting. Crazy good low light performance...." Read more
"...As a Concert photographer, The Sony A7M3 works beautifully in low light situations and the color is outstanding...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the color of the camera. Some mention that the color science has been slightly improved, and is much better for skin than their 6400. The dynamic range and color accuracy are excellent. However, others say that the a73 has great autofocus, but poor colors in low light, and no 10-bit color depth. The screen is not the greatest, and the focus box color is white/grey and hard to see.
"...-large battery-improved color over previous gen..." Read more
"...1. The EVF is not calibrated color wise to match the display screen on the back of the camera... not a huge deal for video but it can get annoying..." Read more
"...perfect autofocus, doesn't hunt in lowlight, and I have no issues with the color science (unlike some complaints in the photography community)...." Read more
"Dynamic range and color accuracy are excellent. The monitor is nice and bright. Integrated interval shooting. Crazy good low light performance...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the digital camera. Some mention that the autofocus is amazing and the battery is good, while others say that it came with no battery.
"...2 SD card slots are nice. The battery lasts, but good to have extras.This is a great entry level and beyond...." Read more
"...When you first power on the camera the battery has next to no power...." Read more
"To keep it simple, the autofocus is amazing, battery life is good, and the overall photo quality is fantastic...." Read more
"...Battery life is a huuuuge improvement, I shot an event recently (attached photos) for about 5 hours and my battery went from 100% to 80%...." Read more
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I almost bought the A7IV, but the vast difference in price made me decide for the A7III. I am mostly a stills shooter, and video is of secondary interest. The photos, especially the portraits, from this camera are wonderful. I own older Fuji and Canon cameras and have done some good work with them. But this Sony A7III produces portraits that are razor sharp and beautiful. You have guessed that I am very pleased.
The sensor is high quality for photos and video. The sensor is great for shadow details and great dynamic range. 24 megapixels is a perfect size for many applications. With 24 megapixels you can still crop in as needed.
At 10 fps it’s good for kids sports and catching action shots. 2 SD card slots are nice. The battery lasts, but good to have extras.
This is a great entry level and beyond. Many professionals use this a d have it as a backup.
Highly recommend for the price and performance.
Improved Features:
1. IN CAMERA PROXIES... no one talks about this on youtube!!
2. dual card recording ability, dual writing ability
3. HLG color space, no overheating
4. Bright and Beautiful monitor, focus peaking, customizable buttons, uncompressed RAW photo capability, a large buffer depending on card size, and great autofocus with eye AF and face tracking... plus better "color science." Color science means absolutely nothing unless you are delivering a final image or video straight out of the camera, its all subjective and if you want Accurate colors Sony is the way to go. I could rant for pages about "color science."
5. Headphone Jack... Monitoring external audio is absolutely important if you are running wireless mics. I will use this to monitor my wedding ceremony Audio.
Things that could be improved:
1. The EVF is not calibrated color wise to match the display screen on the back of the camera... not a huge deal for video but it can get annoying for photo. Know your settings well enough to get you close in photos, and the RAW capabilities in Lightroom will give you some leeway.
2. No face tracking while using an external recorder AND recording in Camera. If you record solely on the external recorder you can still retain face tracking which is not a huge deal, there is an option in the settings but it turns the external screen black.
3. only 1 UHS-II slot. I would love to see two of them.
4. no 10-bit color depth... this is probably coming on the a7siii which I understand, but it would be incredible to get a firmware update on the a7iii, a7riii, and a9 to allow 10-bit color, making SLOG and HLG way easier to expose for and work with in post. Also, it allows creators to keep their a7iii and purchase an a7siii to match perfectly with it.
5. The shutter button is a little spongy... not a huge complaint here because I am being rather critical
The a7iii has improved almost all of the issues thus far I have experienced with Sony APS-C Cameras. In my example photos and videos, I used the 70-200 f/2.8 GM (incredible lens). The a7iii lasted 4.5 hours of continuous video and photo shooting to two different SD cards with a completely bright viewfinder and screen with 20% battery to spare... something I could only dream of on the 6300. This is absolutely a professional camera and is reasonably priced for the features it has.
if you are looking for a prosumer camera with pro features... you can't go wrong with the a7iii. It definitely is not a cinema camera but will absolutely serve me well until I need to upgrade in the future for both photo and video.
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2019
Improved Features:
1. IN CAMERA PROXIES... no one talks about this on youtube!!
2. dual card recording ability, dual writing ability
3. HLG color space, no overheating
4. Bright and Beautiful monitor, focus peaking, customizable buttons, uncompressed RAW photo capability, a large buffer depending on card size, and great autofocus with eye AF and face tracking... plus better "color science." Color science means absolutely nothing unless you are delivering a final image or video straight out of the camera, its all subjective and if you want Accurate colors Sony is the way to go. I could rant for pages about "color science."
5. Headphone Jack... Monitoring external audio is absolutely important if you are running wireless mics. I will use this to monitor my wedding ceremony Audio.
Things that could be improved:
1. The EVF is not calibrated color wise to match the display screen on the back of the camera... not a huge deal for video but it can get annoying for photo. Know your settings well enough to get you close in photos, and the RAW capabilities in Lightroom will give you some leeway.
2. No face tracking while using an external recorder AND recording in Camera. If you record solely on the external recorder you can still retain face tracking which is not a huge deal, there is an option in the settings but it turns the external screen black.
3. only 1 UHS-II slot. I would love to see two of them.
4. no 10-bit color depth... this is probably coming on the a7siii which I understand, but it would be incredible to get a firmware update on the a7iii, a7riii, and a9 to allow 10-bit color, making SLOG and HLG way easier to expose for and work with in post. Also, it allows creators to keep their a7iii and purchase an a7siii to match perfectly with it.
5. The shutter button is a little spongy... not a huge complaint here because I am being rather critical
The a7iii has improved almost all of the issues thus far I have experienced with Sony APS-C Cameras. In my example photos and videos, I used the 70-200 f/2.8 GM (incredible lens). The a7iii lasted 4.5 hours of continuous video and photo shooting to two different SD cards with a completely bright viewfinder and screen with 20% battery to spare... something I could only dream of on the 6300. This is absolutely a professional camera and is reasonably priced for the features it has.
if you are looking for a prosumer camera with pro features... you can't go wrong with the a7iii. It definitely is not a cinema camera but will absolutely serve me well until I need to upgrade in the future for both photo and video.
Aside from lens performance, high ISO shots are simply amazing - even at 12,800, they are better than 1600 on my 7D - changes everything for me based on what and how I shoot. Though getting used to controls and functions will take a while, I love the customization that is possible and have already tweaked it with the controls I think I will need. Tons of videos out there on how to set it up - take the time to watch a few and it will save you tons of time. Also, don't forget to set up a control button to turn on the APS-C crop, instantly provides 50% more reach at the expense of about 30% reduction in resolution but it beats post processing cropping.
After 8 days in Sedona and the Grand Canyon, I am even more impressed. I exposed almost every shot for the highlights trusting I would be able to bring out the shadows with no noise, I was not disappointed. I have attached an example where the shadows looked black in the viewfinder.
So here we are four years later and based on what I've read about the A7IV, unless you need more resolution, there really is no reason to upgrade as in almost every situation, the III shoots as well, and in some instances, better than the IV. Still a great choice!
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018
Aside from lens performance, high ISO shots are simply amazing - even at 12,800, they are better than 1600 on my 7D - changes everything for me based on what and how I shoot. Though getting used to controls and functions will take a while, I love the customization that is possible and have already tweaked it with the controls I think I will need. Tons of videos out there on how to set it up - take the time to watch a few and it will save you tons of time. Also, don't forget to set up a control button to turn on the APS-C crop, instantly provides 50% more reach at the expense of about 30% reduction in resolution but it beats post processing cropping.
After 8 days in Sedona and the Grand Canyon, I am even more impressed. I exposed almost every shot for the highlights trusting I would be able to bring out the shadows with no noise, I was not disappointed. I have attached an example where the shadows looked black in the viewfinder.
So here we are four years later and based on what I've read about the A7IV, unless you need more resolution, there really is no reason to upgrade as in almost every situation, the III shoots as well, and in some instances, better than the IV. Still a great choice!
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1. The Auto Focus system on this camera is truly amazing. Truthfully, if you overexpose or underexpose a couple of stops, no big deal, you can correct in post-processing easily. If your aperture is slightly off, no big deal, you may hardly notice. But if your focus is off, the photo is wasted and it is very difficult to notice until you load it to a computer to see. The auto focus system on this camera is very snappy and it is a huge leap for me compared to what D5500 offers.
2. The feature of what you see is what you get. I would consider this to be a very nice feature for mirrorless cameras. This feature is particularly useful for night photography as you can crank up ISO when framing initially. It also has the feature of highlighting the area in focus so you don't need to take unnecessary risks.
3. This camera has a built-in self-timer. This maybe considered as a duh feature but before, I had to use a remote control with my D5500 for star trail photos.
I am still learning about the features and continously being impressed by them. But if you are considering full-frame but not sure. I would recommend going for an "entry-level" full-frame mirrorless like this one. For most use cases, pairing this with a G Master 24-70 will give you plenty of fun.
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Highlights I'd like to note:
-the one I just got already had the 3.10 upgrade and with that, already had the built in intervalometer for time lapse photography
-the silent shutter mode is a nice feature
-the tilt screen on the viewfinder can tilt slightly up, and tilt more so downwards
-I can go on and on, but overall I am very happy with this purchase.