Sony - Alpha a7 III Mirrorless 4K Video Camera (Body Only) - Black
User rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars with 534 reviews.
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Features
24.2MP resolution delivers gorgeous shots with lifelike detail
The Exmor R full-frame CMOS sensor produces high-resolution photos with intense clarity.
ISO 100-51,200 (expandable to 50-204,800)
Shoots sharp photos and videos in almost any lighting conditions, so you can capture brilliant sunrises, sunsets and nighttime images.
Don't miss a shot with high-speed continuous shooting
Take photos at up to 10 fps to easily create detailed photos of sporting events and other fast-moving action.
Fast hybrid AF with 693 phase detection and 425 contrast detection focus points
Ensures accurate tracking, and automatic, single-shot, continuous, direct manual and manual focus modes provide flexibility.
High-resolution 4K HDR videos
The camera features a new HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) picture profile, supporting instant HDR workflow that offers wide dynamic range for highly precise and lifelike movie images without color grading.
Wirelessly stream still images and movies to a smartphone, PC or TV
Built-in Wi-Fi allows simple connectivity.* The NFC (Near-Field Communication) technology supports remote operation via a compatible device.
2.95" TFT touch-screen monitor
The 921,600-dot resolution and five-step brightness control offer clear visuals for framing or reviewing shots, and the tilting design makes it easy to find the right angle.
New front-end LSI and BIONZ X image processor
These powerful components work together to allow the camera to shoot at faster speeds while also enabling its impressive ISO range and massive 15-stop dynamic range at low sensitivity settings.
Electronic viewfinder makes it easy to frame shots
The XGA OLED viewfinder with 2,359,296-dot resolution, auto and manual brightness control, five-step manual color temperature control and 100% coverage provides a great view.
TTL (Through-the-Lens) preflash control
Helps you achieve optimal lighting conditions with a compatible external flash (not included).
Image sensor shift mechanism with five-axis compensation
Helps counteract the effects of camera shake and vibration for quality videos.
Face detection and eye AF
This camera detects up to eight individual faces, and its fast and accurate eye autofocus ensures stunning portraits.
HDMI output allows easy connection to HDTV
Easily connect your camera to an HDTV for immediate movie playback. An HDMI cable is required (sold separately).
Two media card slots for storing and transferring images
Accept Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick Micro (M2), SD, SDHC, SDXC, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC memory cards (not included).
* Requires high-speed Internet service.
Last firmware update - software version 3.0, enhances Real-time Eye AF performance and adds Real-time Animal Eye AF and interval shooting for time lapse. Available for download from the Sony website.
What's Included
- AC adapter (AC-UUD12)
- Micro USB cable
- Owner's manual
- Rechargeable battery (NP-FZ100)
- Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless 4K Video Camera
Manuals & Guides
- Product Datasheet/Brochure (PDF)
Key Specs
- Image Sensor TypeCMOS
- Image Sensor Size35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm)
- Eye Autofocus (Eye AF)Yes
- Burst Rate5 frames per second
- Effective Pixels24.2 megapixels
- Lens Mount CompatibilitySony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount (Full-Frame)
- Video Resolution4K (2160p)
- Maximum Video Frame RateUp to 60 fps
- Voice Assistant Built-inNot Applicable
- Wireless ConnectivityWiFi, NFC
- WaterproofNo
General
- Product NameAlpha a7 III Mirrorless 4K Video Camera (Body Only)
- BrandSony
- Model NumberILCE7M3/B
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
- Product SetBody Only
- Camera Model FamilySony a7 III
- Digital Camera TypeMirrorless Camera Body Only
Imaging
- Image Sensor TypeCMOS
- Image Sensor Size35mm Full Frame (36 x 24 mm)
- Total Pixels25 megapixels
- Image Resolution (Display)6000 x 4000
- Zoom CapabilityYes
- Digital ZoomNone
- In-Camera Image StabilizationYes
- Low Light/High SensitivityYes
- Image File Format(s)JPEG, RAW
Focus
- AutofocusYes
- Eye Autofocus (Eye AF)Yes
Exposure Control
- Shutter SpeedsStill images: 1/8000 to 30 sec, 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)
- Brightness ControlYes
- Burst ModeYes
- Burst Rate5 frames per second
- Self TimerYes
- Self-Timer Delay10 seconds, 2 seconds, 5 seconds
- Shooting ModesAUTO (iAuto), Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M), Movie modes
- Panorama ModeNo
- Scene ModesAuto, Programmed AE, Aperture priority, Shutter-speed priority, Manual, Movie, Scene selection
- White Balance ModesAuto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Warm White, Cool White, Day White, Daylight, Flash, Underwater, Color Temperature, Color filter, Custom
- Effective Pixels24.2 megapixels
Lens
- Lens Mount CompatibilitySony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount (Full-Frame)
- In-Lens Image StabilizationNo
Flash
- Integrated FlashNo
- External Flash MountHot Shoe
Display
- Display TypeTFT-LCD
- Screen Size2.95 inches
- Screen Resolution921,600 dots
- Viewfinder TypeElectronic
- Touch ScreenYes
- Varying Angle ScreenYes
Video
- Video Resolution4K (2160p)
- Maximum Video Frame RateUp to 60 fps
- HDR ModeYes
- Slow Motion RecordingNo
- HD Movie Mode FocusAutomatic
Storage
- Number Of Memory Card Slots2
Compatibility
- Tripod/Monopod MountableYes
- Memory Card CompatibilityMemory Stick Micro, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Secure Digital, Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
- Remote CompatibleYes
- Voice Assistant Built-inNot Applicable
Features
- Face DetectionYes
- Smile ModeNo
- Integrated GPSNo
- Records AudioYes
Connectivity
- Wireless ConnectivityWiFi, NFC
- Output(s)3.5mm audio, HDMI, USB
- Microphone InputYes
- Headphone JackYes
- PictBridge EnabledNo
Power
- Rechargeable BatteryYes
- AC Adapter CompatibleYes
- Removable BatteryYes
- Battery ModelNP-FZ100
- Number of Batteries Required1
- Number Of Images Per Charge710
Performance
- WaterproofNo
- Water ResistantNo
- Shock ResistantNo
Included
- Number of Lenses Included0
- Camera Bag/Case IncludedNo
- Batteries IncludedYes
- AC Adapter IncludedYes
- Memory Card IncludedNo
- Internal Memory IncludedNo
Dimension
- Product Height3.88 inches
- Product Width5 inches
- Product Depth3 inches
- Product Weight1.43 pounds
- Camera Body Weight1.43 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
Other
- UPC027242910768
Customer reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 534 reviews
(534 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.5
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(15)Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 15 reviews
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Reliable and Great Value!
||Posted .Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.I love this camera! A huge upgrade from the a7ii. I would definitely recommend looking at the a7IV if you're able to spend the extra $500ish, as a lot of the newer features are really nice, but if you are in that lower price range this is still a very reliable camera.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy to hear you love your A7III. We hope you enjoy all the features it has to offer. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Amy - Sony Social Support
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Pros mentioned:Features, For video, Picture qualityRated 5 out of 5 stars
I love this camera
||Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.After couple of months researching, and reading up as much of professional reviews and customers reviews as I can find, my main requirement this time for a new DSLR is that it must be a full frame camera. It came down to either this Sony a7iii or a7riii. I finally settled on the a7iii. The main reason is that I don’t need the extra megapixel that came with the 7r since most of my photo shoots will be for family functions, street shootings, nature, and astrophotography. When comparing Sony a7iii to other full frame, I looked at the functions, features, imaging quality, and last but not least, price. Since I am not a professional photographer and I don’t rely on my camera for a living, I lean toward a mid entry camera. When comparing the similarly priced Nikon, Canon and others, Sony stood out from the rest of the pack. I bought a package with 24-105mm OSS lens. I can honestly say that this camera did not disappoint in term of features and pictures quality. Even when shooting under low lighting, the images are sharp and beautiful. The included battery last entire day of shooting with plenty of juice left at the end of the day. Charging the battery through the camera can take up to 5 or 6 hours. I recommend purchasing a Sony external charger. Charging time takes only 2.5 hours to fully charge a fully drained battery. One thing that threw me off first time using it is that any part in the viewing screen that the camera think it’s too bright or can be over exposed, that part would have black and white diagonal lines through them. No where in the instruction or in any of the reviews did they mention that. I almost panicked the first time I noticed that and didn’t know what caused it. It wasn’t until I started playing with the iso, f-stop and speed, that I noticed the lines went away. So just because you see it, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your photo will be over exposed, it just to let you know that that part of the photo is brighter than the rest, and you can compensate as necessary. With the 24-102 mm OSS zoom lens, I was able to take photo of my daughter soccer game, and crop it later to close up on the actions. Even when cropped, the photos still remained sharp. Everyday street shooting, family gatherings, evening time by the firelight, the images are stunningly beautiful. The viewing screen is a bit small for me. When trying to focus on a distant star through the telescope, it is a bit difficult. But that is normal for any DSLR. My plan is to purchase an external monitor to attach to the Sony to make that task a bit easier. One thing I came to love is the button customization. You can go online to see how you can customize the buttons to do what you wanted it to do. Once you get used to it, you will wonder how you ever lived without it in the first place. Like anything else, there is a bit of a learning curve. I’m still learning it. To me that’s part of the fun. I haven’t played with the video mode much, but the quality of the video I’ve taken so far was quite impressive. It definitely rival that of some dedicated video camera. Overall, I am extremely happy with this purchase. If you don’t need or want a full frame camera, you can definitely save some money by going with the other format DSLR. But if you want full frame and with DSLR features, and superb quality, you can’t go wrong with this Sony.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony!
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing all-around full frame.
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.After 3 years with an a6000 my long overdue upgrade to an a7iii has been transformative. Paired with my Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 Art lens I’m taking the photos I’ve been dreaming of but came up short on too often with the crop sensor. While the MP rating is the same, the quality and resolution of this camera is far above the a6000. I like the feel, the menus were easy to learn having used Sony before, and the battery life is silly awesome. I shot 250 photos last weekend at an event over 3 hours with quite a bit of reviewing and only went from 97% to 82%. I have a second battery on the way and I think I’m gonna be good for awhile.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Great upgrade from the A6000. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for the review!
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best camera out there.
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I upgraded from a Sony a5100 and my goodness, this is one hell of a beast. Do yourself a favor and do not buy the stock lens, save the money by buying the body and applying the difference towards a much better one.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Frankie,
Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy that you are enjoying the upgrade.
-Vincent (Sony Support)
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The camera that made me jump from Canon to Sony
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.THE breakthrough mirrorless camera. This camera made a ton of Canon and Nikon shooters jump ship. With 3rd party lens support, I have a huge range of lens option unlike Canon’s RF the only crazy expensive option.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy that you are enjoying the performance of the ILCE7M3 and its features. Your review will help others with their decisions.
-Vincent
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing quality!
||Posted .Owned for 3 months when reviewed.I have had a lot of experience with cameras, but the Sony A7iii has a special place in my camera bag. The sharpness and amazing low light quality is astonishing. This is the BEST buy.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
You won’t regret getting this camera.
||Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.4K at 30fps FullHD at 120fps Superb battery life, I reckon buy vertical grip, one additional battery and you are gold for one full work day. Sony G master lens is crazy expense. I reckon buying Tamron 28-75mm for around $800-$900.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely great camera
||Posted .Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Just love my a73! Great camera and worth every penny!!! Reasonable prize!! My second a73 camera!!! Love it
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friend
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 15 reviews
(15 Reviews)- TechRadarPhil Hall on February 27, 2018
Sony Alpha A7 III reviewNo longer the poor relation
Full Review - EngadgetRating, 4.6 out of 54.6May 8, 2018
Sony A7 III review: A peerless full-frame mirrorless cameraSony's 24.2-megapixel A7 III is a near-perfect all-around mirrorless camera. You can fire bursts at 10 fps, capture sharp images with excellent dynamic range day or night, and autofocus accurately on fast-moving subjects or portraits. It also
Full Review - Digital Photography ReviewCarey Rose , Rishi Sanyal , Dan Bracaglia on April 23, 2018
Sony a7 III ReviewThe Sony a7 III sets a new benchmark for full-frame cameras thanks to its compelling combination of value and capability. It's at home shooting everything from sports to portraits, and is one of the most impressive all-around cameras we've seen in
Full Review - Digital Photography ReviewCarey Rose on March 21, 2018
Sony a7 III studio scene publishedOur review of the Sony a7 III is well underway and, as part of this, we're publishing our studio test scene. We'll be building out the review in the coming weeks as we test and shoot the camera in a series of situations.
Full Review - Expert ReviewsRating, 5 out of 55.0Daniel Lezano on November 13, 2018
Sony Alpha 7 III review: As good a mirrorless model as you can get for under £2,000Regardless of whether you shoot landscapes, wildlift, travel, sports or portraits, the Sony Alpha 7 III has plenty to offer
Full Review - StuffRating, 5 out of 55.0June 19, 2018
Sony a7 III reviewA formidable and affordable entry into full-frame
Full Review - The Imaging Resource!William Brawley Jaron Schneider Jaron Schneider on June 6, 2018
An A7 III in your pocket: Sony's RX100 VI rocks AF with eye-tracking and a crazy 24-200mm zoomI have been a fan of the RX100 line of cameras for seemingly as long as they have been on the market. I own an
Full Review - The Imaging Resource!March 7, 2018
Sony A7 III Review: Flagship-grade AF in a camera you can actually affordSony's "entry-level" full-frame mirrorless camera undergoes its third revision, and by most counts, it's better than ever. The Sony A7 III comes with a new 24MP sensor, a faster processor, and an vastly-upgraded AF system, among other upgrades,
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Q: QuestionI got two different answers yes IBS and no VR. I know different manufactures label their product features by different names, and I can appreciate that, however all I want to know if this IBS is as good as VR in Nikon/Canon? Thanks.
Asked by Jamers.
- A:Answer IBIS = In Body Image Stabilization = various camera manufacturers VR = Vibration Reduction = Nikon lenses IS = Image Stabilized = Canon lenses The difference is IBIS stabilizes the camera's sensor so any lens you put on the camera, whether it has its own stabilization or not, is stabilized merely because the sensor recording the picture is stabilized. This is better than lens only stabilization because any lens you use on a camera with IBIS is a "stabilized" lens.
Answered by nonamer
Q: QuestionDoes this camera have wi-fi? Or does it really work for live-streaming?
Asked by Ana.
- A:Answer Hello Ana, the a7 III has WiFi functions for remote control, FTP transfer or transferring images to your smartphone but doesn't do live streaming. For that you would need an external HDMI capture card and connect your camera to it to receive the video signal on your computer.
Answered by SonyListens
Q: QuestionDoes this camera come with a battery
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Yes it comes with a battery. It does not come with a battery charger however.
Answered by Matt
Q: QuestionWill old lenses from alpha series and vintage Minolta fit this body?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer With the proper adapter yes . Autofocus may not be as good however
Answered by Dclearciew
Q: QuestionDoes this camera come with any software to download and/or process images? The "What's in the box" descriptions don't mention software of any kind.
Asked by Fretless5.
- A:Answer Yes, it is SUPPOSED to come with capture one i believe that is ready for the raw files. Adobe will hopefully have an update soon to cover it.
Answered by Neal
Q: QuestionWhen will this camera be available to purchase online again? Or in Store. Thank you.
Asked by Andres.
- A:Answer I have not heard. I ordered my camera as a pre-order, so it was ready and in stock. If I hear anything else, I will let you know.
Answered by itsallonme
Q: QuestionHello, I’m a photographer from Brazil and I will be in NYC on April precisely on April 12th. Do you think the new Sony A7 III will be selling in all stores by this day? Is it possible to Pre-order and get the product at the store? Thank you, Arthur
Asked by Arthurmartins.
- A:Answer It looks like you can now Pre-Order this camera and choose stores for pick up. Order it while you still can haha.
Answered by Rahman
Q: QuestionWhen is this going to be available? I ordered it and would like it for a trip in a couple weeks. Best Buy's customer service is awful. No where to e-mail or live chat and the person on the phone can't see anything more than I can online. Please advise.
Asked by bq.
- A:Answer Ordered mine on 8/3, it looks like it's now preparing status.. hope this helps
Answered by 979979
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