Product Highlights
- Back-illuminated 24.2MP11 full-frame sensor : The 35mm full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor features 24.2-megapixel11 resolution, back illumination, and gapless on-chip lens design for extraordinary sensitivity and dynamic range. Two times faster12 data readout speed is achieved through copper wires and front-end LSI.
- Entirely enhanced image processing system : A combination of new-generation image processing system and a new sensor achieves an up to 1.5-stop improvement12 in image quality. A wide ISO sensitivity range of up to ISO 51200 is standard, and approx. up to 15-stop13 dynamic range at low sensitivity settings is realised. Upgraded Detail Reproduction and Area-specific Noise Reduction join to suppress noise and maintain a sense of high overall resolution. Colour reproduction, especially of skin and nature scenes, has also been dramatically improved. The α7 III also supports 14-bit RAW output14 even during silent shooting/continuous shooting15.
- Wider, faster, more steadfast AF performance : An evolved image processing system and α9 camera AF algorithms optimised for the α7 III improve AF speed, precision, and tracking performance. 693 phase-detection AF points and 425 contrast-detection AF points provide high-density wide-area coverage. AF speed improved by up to twice16 and more precise AF tracking performance let you capture and maintain focus on a quickly moving subject in unpredictable motion. The α7 III also autofocuses reliably down to EV-3 brightness.
- AF-ON button and multi-selector : The new AF-ON button activates autofocus without any half-press-shutter-button focus sequence, so you can concentrate better on exactly when to release the shutter and capture the moment instantly. A multi-selector lets you shift the point of focus quickly and efficiently. You can select and shift the point of focus intuitively, so you won’t miss great chances to shoot moving subjects.
- Always keep the eye in focus : Eye AF newly supports AF-C mode with greater precision that dramatically enhances portrait shooting, plus higher AF speed that makes it easier to shoot a portrait of a moving subject, even if the subject looks down and away from the camera, or is backlit with face in partial darkness. The α7 III supports Eye AF for A-mount lenses19 mounted via an adaptor.
Specifications
LENS COMPATIBILITY | Sony E-mount lenses |
SENSOR TYPE | 35mm full frame (35.6×23.8mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor |
NUMBER OF PIXELS (EFFECTIVE) | Approx. 24.2 megapixels |
BATTERY LIFE (STILL IMAGES) | Approx. 610 shots (Viewfinder) / approx. 710 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard) |
ISO SENSITIVITY (STILL IMAGE)(RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE INDEX) | Still images: ISO 100-51200 (ISO numbers up from ISO 50 to ISO 204800 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 100-51200 equivalent(ISO numbers up ISO 102400 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and upper limit) |
VIEWFINDER TYPE | 1.3 cm (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (color), XGA OLED |
MONITOR TYPE | 7.5cm (3.0-type) type TFT |
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