Sony Alpha 7R III

42 Mpx, Full frame

Product details

A new world of image processing with further improvements in resolution, sensitivity, dynamic range, processing speed and shooting response. The α7R III offers greater flexibility in capturing brilliant
images in any situation thanks to its compact, fixed housing and professional operation. With this high performance, precision and potential overall, you have the tool to capture irretrievable experiences forever.

The image processing system has been further developed with regard to high resolution and low noise over a larger ISO range. The camera depicts both the mood of the scene environment and the structure of details.

The Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder with high resolution provides a natural looking high precision viewfinder image. The functional advantages of an EVF, such as high visibility in the dark and AF function when using a larger display, are further optimized for powerful recording support. Even greater versatility is achieved by the small, lightweight housing of the α7R III, which is sufficiently robust and stiff for demanding use.

Capture a brief moment with continuous shooting and up to 10 frames per second with AF/AE tracking. Large data volumes at 42.4 MP preserve high image quality, which has a beneficial effect on your creative cropping.

This camera enables silent shooting at up to 10 frames per second with AF/AE tracking. Silence is critical when recording wild animals.

Autofocus performance is enhanced by the integrated autofocus performance and its optimal application. So when the α7R III captures a wild animal whose movements are not predictable, it does not let it out of focus so quickly.

In α7R III, Eye AF has been enhanced with twice faster, more effective eye recognition and capture, even when capturing a motion-intensive portrait subject.

399 phase detection autofocus points, covering approximately 68% of the image area width and height, plus 425 tightly focused AF points for contrast detection, improve focus that would otherwise be impossible to achieve.

Improved AF algorithms contribute to high autofocus precision at light levels down to EV-3 for more reliable autofocus in dark scenes.

New multifunction selector, AF-ON button and touch focus functions ensure fast and intuitive focus operation. Thanks to built-in dual slots and compatibility with the NP-FZ100 large-capacity battery, there are much fewer interruptions when shooting with the α7R III because you don't have to change media and battery so often.

Capture up to 76 compressed RAW-16 or JPEG images in burst mode continuous shooting. So you can concentrate confidently and without distraction on the serial shooting in burst mode.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
10 FPS
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body
Wireless transmission
NFC
Wi-Fi
Image sensor format
Full frame
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Item number
6887591

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
ILCE7RM3B.CEC
Release date
25.10.2017

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scene mode
Landscape
Sunset
Scope of application
Professional use
Sports
Travel photography

Camera properties

Country code
CH
Camera type
Mirrorless Camera
Camera equipment
Body
Image stabilisation method
Electric
Wireless transmission
NFC
Wi-Fi
Flash equipment
Hot shoe
White balance
Manual
Exposure type
Aperture priority AE
Aperture priority AE
Auto
Manual
Exposure compensation
± 3EV in 1/2 steps
± 3EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Sony E
Closure type
Electric
Self-timer delay
10 s
2 s
5 s
Flash modes
Flash Off

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
42 Mpx
Image resolution
7952 x 5304 pixels
Image sensor type
CMOS
Image sensor format
Full frame
Image sensor size
35.9 x 24 mm
Supported page ratios
16:9
3:2
Min. ISO sensitivity
50
Max. ISO Sensitivity
102400

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3"
Screen technology
LCD
Panel technology
TFT
Resolution
1440000 Pixels
Display functions
Tilt and swivel
Touch screen

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Electric
Viewfinder resolution
3686400 Pixels
Coverage
100 %

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus
Manual focus
Autofocus type
Hybrid
Autofocus areas
399 x

Performance

Shutter speed
30 - 1/8000 s
Min. shutter speed
30 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/6000 s
Continuous shooting mode
10 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
4096 x 2160 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
UHD 4K
Max. refresh rate
30p
Max. frame rate
4K (25fps)

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Number of storage compartments
2

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEG
RAW
Video file formats
AVCHD
mp4
XAVC S 4K

Durability

Durability
Splashproof
Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
3.5mm headphones
3.5mm microphone
Micro HDMI (Type D)
Micro USB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
USB power delivery
Battery type
Li

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Battery charger
body cap
Cable protection
Eyepiece cup
Multi interface shoe cap
Power cord
Power supply
Rechargeable battery
Shoulder strap
USB-C cable

Product dimensions

Width
126.90 mm
Length
73.70 mm
Height
95.60 mm
Weight
657 g

Package dimensions

Length
25 cm
Width
16 cm
Height
14.20 cm
Weight
1.67 kg

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Nikon
  • 1.Sony
  • 3.Canon
  • 4.Fujifilm
  • 4.OM System

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Kodak
  • 4.Nikon
  • 6.Sony
  • 7.RICOH
  • 8.Olympus

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 5.Easypix
  • 6.Fujifilm
  • 7.Sony
  • 8.Olympus
  • 9.Nikon
Source: Galaxus

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Color FotoSingle testReleaseAugust 2022

Zur Bildaufzeichnung verwenden beide Kameras einen BSI-Sensor, dessen Auflösung bei der A7III mit 24 Megapixeln und bei der A7RIII mit 42 Megapixeln angegeben ist. In ColorFoto-Labortests nach dem früheren Verfahren erreichte die A7III eine maximale Auflösung um 2000LP/BH bei ISO100,die A7RIII gut 600LP/BH mehr...

Very good100/100
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DigitalPhotoSingle testReleaseJuly 2021
  • PositiveNeuer Akku mit mehr Kapazität
  • PositiveDoppelter Speicherkartenslot
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  • PositiveHohe Sensorauflösungsleistung, unverändert zur Vorgängerin
  • NegativeKeine signifikante Video-Verbesserung

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Very good100/100
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Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseDecember 2020

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Very good84/100Rank 8 out of 8
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  • PositiveExtrem detailreich
  • Positivehohes Tempo
  • NegativeEtwas kleiner Griff
  • NegativeDisplay etwas dunkel

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Very good99/100
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Die Sony Alpha 7R III kam Anfang 2018 auf den Markt und ist nach der Nikon Z7 die zweitbeste spiegellose System-Kamera. Der verbesserte CMOS-Sensor der A7R III wird rückwärtig belichtet (BSI = Back Side Illumination). Die BSI vergrößert den lichtaktiven Sensor-Bereich, weil die Schicht mit den Leiterbahnen unterhalb der lichtempfindlichen Fotodiodenschicht angeordnet ist...