Global shutters help ensure consistent and uniform exposure across the entire frame in all lighting conditions. Flash sync is possible at any shutter speed-even the maximum of 1/80,000 second. The simultaneous readout also prevents banding from certain light sources, such as fluorescent lighting. In a gym, outside, or with mixed artificial lighting the a9 III will handle it with ease.
- Pre-Capture: The a9 III can be configured to begin recording images to the buffer when the shutter button is half-pressed. Users can set this between 0.05-1.0 second. Upon pressing the shutter these images will be saved to the memory card.
- Speed Boost: Not every shoot calls for the a9 III's impressive max speed of 120 fps. With Speed Boost and the C5 button, which is conveniently placed near the grip on the front of the camera, users can instantly switch their camera from their usual continuous shooting frame rate to a faster one to make sure their next shot is just right. Photographers will be able to select various frame rates up to 120 fps.
- The a9 III captures and downsamples the full 6K image area to produce high-quality UHD 4K video up to 60 fps. It can also record 4K up to 120 fps with no crop.
- Record 10-bit 4:2:2 internally using All-I encoding for maximum quality.
- Output 16-bit raw via the full-size HDMI port to a compatible external recorder.
- S-Log3, S-Cinetone, and other Picture Profiles are available for optimizing the image for your workflow and production environment.
- Addition of C5 custom button to front of camera body.
- Continuous shooting mode dial can now be disabled and shooting speed can be adjusted in the menu.
- Enhanced grip and the shutter button has been slightly moved to provide a more ergonomic experience.
- Dual CFexpress Type A/SD card slots provide versatility, allowing users to use existing media or pick up the faster CFexpress options to take full advantage of the a9 III's increased speed.
- USB-C port now offers faster USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds of up to 10 Gb/s.
- 3.2" 2.1m-dot 4-axis multi-angle touchscreen LCD-first seen on the a7R V. This screen has a wide color gamut covering the DCI-P3 space.
- 9.44m-dot 0.90x OLED electronic viewfinder with maximum refresh rate of 240 fps. The a9 III benefits from maximum quality viewing at up to 120 fps.
- Ethernet port for advanced networking and data transfer workflows.
- The optional VG-C5 Vertical Grip is designed to match the updated ergonomics of the a9 III, including the new C5 button.
- A voice memo function promises clearer recording with a microphone located close to the user. These memos can be transferred via FTP and can be converted to text using Sony's Transfer & Tagging application.
- IPTC metadata can be automatically added to images and up to 20 presets can be saved.
- Image bursts can now be set to display as a group during playback to make it easier to navigate through a shoot, especially when using the a9 III's fastest continuous shooting rates.
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet can be used for fast networked data transfer during shooting.
- The a9 III is designed to be used in a wide ranging of shooting conditions and is weather sealed to protect it from the elements.
- A shading curtain activates when the camera is powered off, protecting the camera's sensor from dust and the elements.
- The ability to shooting continuously at up to 120 fps when using the maximum shutter speed of 1/80,000 second.
- Workflow enhancements for IPTC metadata and FTP functions.
- Addition of C2PA technology from the Content Authenticity Initiative.
Dedicated to the Sony a9 III and a1 II mirrorless cameras, the VG-C5 Vertical Grip offers both extended battery and a more comfortable grip when shooting in the vertical orientation. The grip accepts either one or two NP-FZ100 batteries to increase the effective battery life for longer shooting sessions, and the batteries can be charged in the grip while attached to the camera via the body's USB port. Compared to previous-generation vertical grips, the VG-C5 also has refined circuitry that supports parallel power supply to provide even longer effective operation times and and the remaining battery life for both batteries can be indicated on the camera display.
The grip's design maintains the same layout as the camera body itself, and includes a secondary shutter button and Multi-Selector for intuitive use, as well as a secondary C5 front custom button. The grip is built from magnesium alloy and is dust and moisture resistant to match the weather-sealing of the camera itself.
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Experience the CFexpress 4.0 advantage and capture 8K raw cinema-quality video with the 256GB Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Memory Card from Lexar, which delivers read speeds of up to 1800 MB/s, write speeds of up to 1650 MB/s, and sustained write speeds of 1400 MB/s, all of which help to expedite post-production. Additionally, thanks to its VPG-400 rating, write speeds are guaranteed not to drop below 400 MB/s. Also featured is 8-point protection against temperatures, vibration, wear-out, dust and water (IP68), drops, shocks, compression, and bends. Protection is provided by a limited lifetime warranty and data recovery software.
The 7.2 VDC, 2280mAh NP-FZ100 Battery from Sony is a high-capacity Z-series power source for select digital cameras. This battery has InfoLITHIUM support for displaying the remaining charge of the battery on the camera's LCD screen.
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Quickly transfer 4K video and other large files to your computer using the CFexpress Type A and UHS-II SD Card Reader from Xcellon. This card reader features a CFexpress Type A card slot, a UHS-II SD card slot, and operates using the 10 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard. Connectivity to the host system is established using the USB-C interface, as well as included USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables. Plug-and-play connectivity means that no additional drivers are required. Power is provided via the host system's USB port. An aluminum enclosure helps dissipate heat and keep things cool, and a nonslip rubber base helps keep the card reader in place on your desk. Thanks to push-lock security, cards are secured in their individual slots and LED indicators provide visual cues for power and data processing.
The Mini Duo USB-C Charger from Watson can simultaneously charge two Sony NP-FZ100 type batteries from a USB or AC power source. The two battery bays independently charge one or two batteries at the same time. The onboard LCD screen clearly shows the charging status of each battery. A USB-C cable and a USB power adapter are included for versatile charging options. The multi-voltage USB adapter makes it possible to charge batteries anywhere in the world.
Sony a9 III Mirrorless Camera
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Sony A9 III Reviews
Amazing Camera
Just imagine yourself driving a Ferrari at 150MPH. That is exactly the feeling when my eyes are behind the viewfinder. This camera is sharp, superfast. this is the John Wick of cameras!
Unique camera
This camera is one of a kind because of it's mind bending capabilities. Sure, the image quality is a bit worse than the ones with non global shutter sensors, but no other camera can do 120 fps raw with every one of your photos in focus, with zero movement related aberrations. The camera housing is very good as well, with the best in class screen and EVF. Not many people talk about it but it is one of the only full frame camera I know that allow 4:2:2: 4k 120p with s-log, no crop factor, and with zero rolling shutter, with perfect autofocus. you can also record raw video with an external recorder. This makes this in an unexpected way a very good video camera. the negative could be that because it is very specialized but with a bit worse image quality, it becomes a niche camera for either wildlife/action shooters + videographers, and probably appeals to a smaller percentage of people overall.