Laying claim to the title of world's first global shutter mirrorless camera, the Sony a9 III is a speedy and incredibly capable system for sports, wildlife, photojournalism, and much, much more. This revolutionary sensor technology raises the bar for full-frame imaging, including the ability to shoot raw continuously at up to 120 fps and enjoy flash sync up to the maximum shutter speed of 1/80,000 second. Blending the functionality of this 24.6MP sensor with Sony's powerful BIONZ XR processor and AI Processing Unit results in a system that will provide unmatched performance for those looking for an incredibly responsive and reliable camera system.
Unprecedented imagery from the world’s first1 camera with global shutter full-frame image sensor
Blackout-free, 120 fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking
Preserve split-second moments with maximum shutter speed of 1/80,000 second4
Exmor RS image sensor with global shutter system
BIONZ XR™ image processing engine boosts overall processing speed by up to 8x6
Composite RAW Shooting reduces noise
Advanced optical 5-axis image stabilization detects and correct camera shake
Blackout-free shooting for uninterrupted view during fast-paced shooting
Up to 120 AF/AE tracking calculations per second10
Never miss a moment with Pre-Capture11
Continuous Shooting Speed Boost rapidly increases frame rate to capture the action
Real-time Recognition AF14 identifies and tracks subjects even if face/eye obscured
Reliable recognition of a wider range of subjects
Wide, fast, precise autofocus and tracking
Match AF tracking response to subject movement
Customizable focus area to match the subject
Flash sync at up to 1/80,0004 shutter speed vastly expands creative possibilities
Flicker-free shooting16 compensates for interference from artificial lighting
Global shutter eliminates flash banding
4K movies free of rolling shutter with high resolution and detail
4K 120p17 without cropping for the first time in an α body
S-Cinetone™ for a cinematic look without the need for color grading
Breathing compensation for consistent angle of view when focusing18
Dynamic active Mode stabilisation19
Auto Framing21 keeps the subject in a prominent position when shooting movies
Uniquely flexible tilting monitor for enhanced shooting flexibility
New front Custom button provides easier operation while holding the grip
QXGA 9.44 million dot viewfinder with up to 240fps refresh rate
Dual CFexpress Type A /SDXC/SDHC compatible media slots
Optional VG-C5 Vertical Grip
Rugged reliability for challenging environments
Robust and durable
Shading curtain closed on power-off
Ergonomic grip design
Improved group display
Built-in Wi-Fi for FTP and smartphone transfers plus PC Remote tethering
Clearer voice memo recording
Multiple IPTC presets
Dedicated Still/Movie/S&Q dial for flexible hybrid operation
Anti-dust system increases dust removal efficiency
1000BASE-T Ethernet for fast communication
USB Type-C® connector supports SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2)
Touch operation during shooting and playback
UVC/UAC support for high-quality webcam applications