Sony Alpha 7S III

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    Highlights

    • 12.1 MP Full Frame BSI-CMOS Sensor
    • 80 - 102,400 Native ISO
    • 759 Focus Points
    • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 1,229k dot Fully Articulated Screen
    • 0.64" 9,437k dot Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder
    • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
    • 13 h Video Recording Limit
    • Sony S-Log 2, Sony S-Log 3
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandSony
    ModelAlpha 7S III
    Predecessor ModelSony Alpha 7S II
    MSRP$3499 (body only)
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeMirrorless
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeBSI-CMOS
    Sensor SizeFull Frame
    Sensor Dimensions35.6 x 23.8 mm
    Total Pixels12.9 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels12.1 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range80 - 102,400
    Boosted ISO Range50 - 409,600
    Photo
    ProcessorBIONZ XR
    Max Image Resolution4240 x 2832
    Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
    Image File FormatHEIF, JPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, normal
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Color SpaceBT.2020 compatible with TRILUMINOS Color
    Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
    White Balance2500 to 9900K
    Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
    Focus
    Focusing SystemFast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection)
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Touch
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-6 to +20 EV
    Number of Focus Points759
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Optics
    Lens MountSony E
    Crop Factor1x
    Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
    Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Gyroscopic Stabilization
    Screen
    Screen TypeFully Articulated
    Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
    Touch Screen
    Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
    Screen Size3.0"
    Screen Resolution1,229k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)
    Viewfinder Size0.64"
    Viewfinder Coverage100%
    Viewfinder Magnification0.91x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.91x
    Viewfinder Resolution9,437k dot
    Viewfinder Eyepoint25 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting10.0 fps
    Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 10 fps at 12.1 MP for up to 1000 Frames (Raw) / 1000 Frames (JPEG)
    Up to 8 fps at 12.1 MP
    Up to 6 fps at 12.1 MP
    Up to 3 fps at 12.1 MP
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec
    Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemTTL
    External Flash ConnectionIntelligent Hot Shoe
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Highlight-weighted
    Average
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range-3 to +20 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
    Exposure LockLocked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE lock button. (On/Off/Auto)
    DXO
    DxO Low Light ISO3900
    DxO Color Depth24.2
    DxO Dynamic Range13.4
    DxO Overall Score85
    Video
    Internal Recording ModesH.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/50/59.94/100 fps [50 to 280 Mbps]
    H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:0 10-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/50/59.94/100 fps [30 to 200 Mbps]
    H.264/XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [240 to 600 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [89 to 222 Mbps]
    H.264/XAVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps [100 to 280 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 Mbps]
    H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps [60 to 200 Mbps]
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/200/240 fps [16 to 100 Mbps]
    Interval Recording
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
    Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
    10-bit 4:2:2 Color
    External Recording ModesRaw 16-Bit via HDMI
    4264 x 2408 up to 59.94 fps
    4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080i @ 50/59.94 fps
    4:2:0 8-Bit via HDMI
    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/50/59.94 fps
    1920 x 1080i @ 50/59.94 fps
    No crop on 4K Videos
    Webcam Functionality
    Gamma CurveSony S-Log 2, Sony S-Log 3
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limit13 hours
    Terminals
    Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
    Power I/O1 x USB-C Input
    Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
    1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Control
    USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
    HDMI Output Full Size
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneStereo
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
    Built-In Bluetooth
    Bluetooth Version5
    NFC
    Mobile App Compatible *As of September, 2020: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
    Remote Control wireless or smartphone
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
    Physical
    Dimensions129 x 97 x 81 mm (5.08 x 3.82 x 3.19")
    Weight (inc. batteries)699 g (1.54 lb / 24.66 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)10 x 6.1 x 5.6"
    Package Weight3.12 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackNP-FZ100
    Battery Life600 shots
    USB Charging
    Internal Storage
    External StorageDual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II)
    Other
    Self Timer 2 or 10 sec; continuous 3 or 5 exposures
    Orientation Sensor
    Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female
    Accessory Mount1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe
    Electronic Level Gauge


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