Sony has finally unveiled after months of rumors its new specialized video camera, the new Sony a7S III. Although many felt that the improvement was not enough, as they expected to be able to record at 8k like the Canon R5 does. One improvement that this new Sony has had is the ability to record in 4k at up to 120 frames per second, allowing super slow motion.
Sony a7S III Specifications
In this table we will show you which are the main features of the model Sony a7S IIImodel, both in photography and video, and then we will show you its quality in practice.
SONY A7S III | |
SENSOR | 35 mm (35.6×23.8 mm) 12.1 MP full-frame Exmor R CMOS sensor |
PROCESSOR | Bionz XR |
FOCUS (AF) | Fast hybrid autofocus with 567-point focal plane phase detection AF and 425-point contrast detection AF |
VIEWER | 1.6 cm (type 0.64) electronic display (color) with 9,437,184 points |
DISPLAY | 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT touch type |
ISO | ISO 80-102,400 (ISO numbers from ISO 40 up to ISO 409,600 can be set as extended ISO range), videos: ISO 80-102,400 (ISO numbers up to ISO 409,600 can be set as extended ISO range) |
SHOTS PER SECOND | 10 fps |
STABILIZER | Image sensor displacement mechanism with 5-axis compensation |
STORAGE | CFexpress type A and SDXC/SDHC UHS-I and UHS-II |
VIDEO RESOLUTION | Internal 4K recording with 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 color sampling using Long GOP or All-Intra compression |
BATTERY | NP-FZ100 |
MONTURA | Type E |
WEIGHT | 699 g |
STARTING PRICE (BODY ONLY) | 4200 € |
Features
The new Sony A7S III brings extreme full-frame video performance including high sensitivity (extended ISO up to 409 600), 15-step wide dynamic range, 4K at 120p, fast and reliable autofocus, and more robust image stabilization.
It has a new 12.1 MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor, including numerous innovations in light capture, cabling and output optimization, with ultra-fast readout speeds, incredible photo resolution across the entire sensitivity range, 15-step dynamic range and minimal shutter travel. The sensor also offers focal plane phase detection AF.
In addition to the above-mentioned features, the BIONZ XR image processor, with up to 8 times the processing power, has also been developed for this camera.
It stands out for offering faster high quality photos as well as improved interface responsiveness.
Processor
The new BIONZ XR image processor brings new improvements in color reproduction, stability against different light sources, natural gradation and attenuation, and reduced shutter travel.
ISO (sensitivity)
The series’ renowned sensitivity reaches new heights with an ISO range that can be extended for movies from 80 to 409,600 (standard range 80 to 102,400). With advanced light capture and output optimization, the 12.1 MP full-frame sensor achieves low noise across the entire sensitivity range to capture usable photos in near total darkness.
Sensor
The new Exmor R full-frame image sensor combined with the BIONZ XR processor delivers ideal AF with stunning detail in space and time, as well as stunning 4K video at 120 fps, or even slow motion.
Images of the Sony a7s III
Sony a7s III review
The Sony A7S III once again raises the bar for video shooters. Incredible speed, which takes the S-Series to a new level of full-frame expression, combines with superior sensitivity and ultra-low noise to give you the ability to deliver previously impossible 4K video with high dynamic range, stunning focus and solid image stabilization. A new creative potential awaits you, if you are looking to take the best pictures and videos, this will be your ideal machine.
