General | |
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Brand | Sony |
Model | Alpha 9 III |
Predecessor Model | Sony Alpha 9 II |
MSRP | $5999.99 |
Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens |
Body Type | Mirrorless |
Video Capture |
Sensor | |
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Sensor Type | Stacked CMOS |
Sensor Size | Full Frame |
Sensor Dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8 mm |
Total Pixels | 25.2 Megapixel |
Effective Pixels | 24.6 Megapixel |
Low Pass Filter | |
Native ISO Range | 250 - 25,600 |
Boosted ISO Range | 125 - 51,200 |
Photo | |
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Processor | BIONZ XR |
Max Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
Other Resolutions | 3936 x 2632, 3008 x 2000 |
Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
Image File Format | RAW, HEIF, JPEG |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Timelapse Recording | |
WB Bracketing |
Focus | |
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Focusing System | Fast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection) |
Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View |
AF Detection Range | -5 to +20 EV |
Number of Focus Points | 759 |
Touch-to-Focus | |
Live View Autofocus | |
Animal Eye Detection | |
Vehicle Tracking Mode | |
Insect Tracking Mode | |
Contrast Detection for Autofocus | |
Phase Detection for Autofocus |
Optics | |
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Lens Mount | Sony E |
Crop Factor | 1x |
Image Stabilization | 5-Axis Sensor Shift |
Image Stabilization Compensation | 8 stops |
Digital Image Stabilization | |
Lens Breathing Correction | |
Gyroscopic Stabilization |
Screen | |
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Screen Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen Technology | LCD |
Touch Screen | |
Tilt&Flip Screen | |
Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | |
Screen Size | 3.2" |
Screen Resolution | 2,360k dots |
Top LCD Screen | |
Live View | |
Live Composition |
Viewfinder | |
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Viewfinder | Electronic (OLED) |
Viewfinder Size | 0.64" |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.9x |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.9x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 9,437k dots |
Viewfinder Eyepoint | 25 mm |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
120 fps Viewfinder Refresh Rate |
Shutter | |
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Shutter Type | Electronic Global Shutter |
Min Shutter Speed | 30s |
Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/8000 sec |
Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/80000 sec |
Max Continuous Shooting (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 30.0 fps |
Max Continuous Shooting (Electronic) | 120.0 fps |
Max Continuous Shooting | 120.0 fps |
Anti-dust Shutter | |
Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Up to 120 fps at 24.6 MP |
Flash | |
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Built-in Flash | |
Flash Modes | Flash off Autoflash Fill-flash Slow Sync. Rear Sync. Red-eye reduction Wireless Hi-speed sync |
Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/80000 sec |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
External Flash Connectivity | |
External Flash System | TTL |
External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount, PC Terminal |
Exposure | |
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Exposure Metering Modes | 1200-zone evaluative |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Metering Range | -5 to +17 EV |
Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV increments) |
Exposure Bracketing |
DXO | |
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DxO Low Light ISO | 3434 |
DxO Color Depth | 25.0 |
DxO Dynamic Range | 14.0 |
DxO Overall Score | 93 |
Video | |
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Audio File Format | LPCM |
Internal Recording Modes | XAVC HS/XAVC S/XAVC S-I 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 600 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [16 to 222 Mb/s] |
Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Max Video Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
External Recording Modes | Raw 16-Bit via HDMI 4672 x 2628 at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps 4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/50/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps |
No crop on 4K Videos | |
Focus Mapping function for Videos | |
Webcam Functionality | |
Gamma Curve | S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3 |
Unlimited Video Recording | |
Recording Limit | |
IP Streaming |
Terminals | |
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Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input/Output |
Other I/O | 1 x RJ45 Data Output 1 x USB-C Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) 1 x PC Sync Socket (Sync) Output 1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input/Output |
USB Speed | USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (10 GBit/sec) |
HDMI Output | Full Size |
Speaker | Mono |
Built-in Microphone | Stereo |
Microphone Input | |
Headphone Output | |
Flash Sync Port |
Connectivity | |
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Built-in GPS | |
Built-In Wi-Fi | |
Wi-Fi Version | Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz |
Built-In Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
Mobile App Compatible | : Android & iOS App Name: Creators' App Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Remote Control, View Live Feed *As of November, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Environmental | |
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Environmental Sealing | |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Physical | |
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Dimensions | 136 x 97 x 83 mm (5.35 x 3.82 x 3.27") |
Weight (inc. batteries) | 678 g (1.49 lb / 23.92 oz) |
Power and Storage | |
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Battery Pack | NP-FZ100 |
Battery Life | 530 shots with LVD 400 shots with viewfinder |
USB Charging | |
Internal Storage | |
External Storage | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) |
Other | |
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Self Timer | 2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
Electronic Level Gauge |
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