Sony a9 III Mirrorless Camera
Model: ILCE-9M3
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Viewfinder
Magnification | Approx. 0.9x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +3 |
Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
Size | 0.64" |
Resolution | 9,437,184 Dot |
Eye Point | 25 mm |
Video Capture
Gamma Curve | S Cinetone |
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] |
Audio Recording | 2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Recording Limit | None |
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 |
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Image Sizes | 3:2 24 MP (6000 x 4000) 10 MP (3936 x 2632) 6 MP (3008 x 2000) |
Image File Format | HEIF, JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Monitor
Display Size | 3.2" |
Display Type | 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Resolution | 2,095,104 Dot |
Key Specs
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Bluetooth 5.0 |
ISO Sensitivity Range | Photo 250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode (Extended: 125 to 51,200) 250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode Video 250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode 250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 120 fps at 24.6 MP |
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] |
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 |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) |
Video I/O | 1 x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output |
Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input/Output |
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 |
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 |
Battery Type | 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 400 Shots) |
Display Type | 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.2 Megapixel Effective: 24.6 Megapixel |
Image Sensor | 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Interface
Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Input/Output |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | GPS *Via Connected Smartphone |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: 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 |
Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Bluetooth 5.0 |
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 |
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 |
Video I/O | 1 x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) |
Imaging
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Built-In ND Filter | None |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Image Sensor | 35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.2 Megapixel Effective: 24.6 Megapixel |
General
Shoe Mount | 1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe |
Weight | 1.4 lb / 617 g (Body Only) |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.4 x 3.8 x 3.3" / 136.1 x 96.9 x 82.9 mm |
Battery Type | 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 400 Shots) |
Focus
Autofocus Sensitivity | -5 to +20 EV |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Autofocus Points | Photo Phase Detection: 759 Video Phase Detection: 627 |
Flash
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/80000 Second |
Built-In Flash/Light | No |
External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount, PC Terminal |
Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
Exposure Control
Continuous Shooting | Up to 120 fps at 24.6 MP |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Metering Method | Evaluative |
ISO Sensitivity Range | Photo 250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode (Extended: 125 to 51,200) 250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode Video 250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode 250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode |
Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode |
Shutter Speed | Electronic Shutter 1/80000 to 30 Seconds 1/8000 to 1 Second in Movie Mode |
Shutter Type | Electronic Global Shutter |
Metering Range | -5 to 17 EV |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
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Sports photography and photojournalism
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Photography not requiring the a9 III's speed.
Late in 2023, Sony shook the camera world by introducing the world's first mirrorless camera with a Global Shutter sensor, the Sony A9 III . The Global Shutter sensor endowed the A9 III with capabilities that were once only a dream just a few months ago, such as 120fps continuous shooting, zero...
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RAW Video Recording Capability, Auto Framing Mode in Video, Pre-Shooting Buffer, Zero Blackout Viewfinder, Gyroscopic Stabilization, Lens Breathing Correction, Front Dial, Unlimited Video Recording (no 30min limit), Photo/Video Mode Switch, Anti-dust Shutter during Lens Change, Built-in Wireless...
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A groundbreaking image sensor comes at a cost
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Innovative global shutter sensor, Full-frame, 14-bit Raw at up 120fps, Overdrive and pre-capture burst modes, Subject recognition autofocus system, Large, clear viewfinder, Dual-angle rear display, Twin memory card slots with CFe (A) and SDXC support
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Less dynamic range, noisy high ISO pictures, Third-party flashes face compatibility issues, Not all lenses support 120fps focus drive, Omits ProRes video encoding
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Unbeatable burst shooting, More versatile than ever for flash photography, Sony’s best design
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Limited ISO range, Pricy, Only 4K video
- 24.6MP Full-Frame Global Shutter Sensor
- Up to 120 fps Cont. Shooting with AF/AE
- Pre-Capture Function; Speed Boost Button
- Flash Sync at up to 1/80,000 Sec.
- 4K 120p 10-bit Video; S-Log3 & S-Cinetone
- 759-Point Phase-Detect AF with Tracking
- 8-Stop 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
- 9.44m-Dot EVF with 240 fps Refresh Rate
- 3.2" 2.1m-Dot 4-Axis Touchscreen LCD
- Dual CFexpress Type A/SD Card Slots
- Sony a9 III Mirrorless Camera
- Sony NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (2280mAh)
- Sony FDA-EP19 Eyepiece Cup
- Sony ALC-B1EM Body Cap for E-Mount Cameras
- Sony Multi Interface Shoe Cap
- Sony BC-QZ1 Battery Charger
- Cable Protector
- Shoulder Strap
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty