Sony Alpha 9 III vs Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D

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      Specifications

      General Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      BrandSonyKonica Minolta
      ModelAlpha 9 IIIMaxxum 7D
      Predecessor ModelSony Alpha 9 II
      Successor ModelSony Alpha DSLR-A700
      MSRP$5999.99
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Sensor TypeStacked CMOSCCD
      Sensor SizeFull FrameAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions35.6 x 23.8 mm23.5 x 15.7 mm
      Total Pixels25.2 Megapixel6 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.6 Megapixel6 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range250 - 25,600100 - 3,200
      Boosted ISO Range125 - 51,200
      Photo Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      ProcessorBIONZ XR
      Max Image Resolution6000 x 40003008 x 2000
      Other Resolutions3936 x 2632, 3008 x 20002256 x 1496, 1504 x 1000
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:93:2
      Image File FormatRAW, HEIF, JPEG
      JPEG Quality LevelsExtra Fine, Fine, Standard
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Focusing SystemFast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection)
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      AF Detection Range-5 to +20 EV
      Number of Focus Points7599
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenSpherical Acute Matte (G-type as standard)
      Optics Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Lens MountSony ESony A
      Crop Factor1x1.5x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor ShiftSensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation8 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Lens Breathing Correction
      Gyroscopic Stabilization
      Screen Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Screen TypeFully ArticulatedFixed
      Screen TechnologyLCD
      Touch Screen
      Tilt&Flip Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.2"2.5"
      Screen Resolution2,360k dots207k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Size0.64"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%95%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.9x0.90x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.9x0.60x
      Viewfinder Resolution9,437k dots
      Viewfinder Eyepoint25 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
      120 fps Viewfinder Refresh Rate
      Shutter Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Shutter TypeElectronic Global Shutter Electronically-controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-plane
      Min Shutter Speed30s30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/4000 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 Shooting120.0 fps3.0 fps
      Anti-dust Shutter
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 120 fps at 24.6 MP
      Flash Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFlash off
      Autoflash
      Fill-flash
      Slow Sync.
      Rear Sync.
      Red-eye reduction
      Wireless
      Hi-speed sync      		Auto
      Fill-in
      Red-Eye reduction
      Slow Sync
      Off
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/80000 sec1/160 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL
      External Flash ConnectionShoe Mount, PC Terminal
      Exposure Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Exposure Metering Modes1200-zone evaluative
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-5 to +17 EV0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV increments)±3 EV (1/2 EV, 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      Exposure LockAutomatically activated with AF lock. Available with AEL button
      DXO Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      DxO Low Light ISO3434613
      DxO Color Depth25.021.2
      DxO Dynamic Range14.011.0
      DxO Overall Score9358
      Video Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Audio File FormatLPCM
      Internal Recording ModesXAVC 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 FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
      External Recording ModesRaw 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 CurveS Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit
      IP Streaming
      Terminals Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 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 SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (10 GBit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Full Size
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      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 Version5.0
      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
      Remote Control Wire (Optional)
      Environmental Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Physical Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Dimensions136 x 97 x 83 mm (5.35 x 3.82 x 3.27")150 x 106 x 78 mm (5.91 x 4.17 x 3.07")
      Weight (inc. batteries)678 g (1.49 lb / 23.92 oz)845 g (1.86 lb / 29.81 oz)
      Power and Storage Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Battery PackNP-FZ100NP-400
      Battery Life530 shots with LVD
      400 shots with viewfinder      		400 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II)Single Slot: Compact Flash (Type I/II)
      Other Sony Alpha 9 III Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames 2 or 10 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Electronic Level Gauge


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