Description

A New Dimension of Image Performance
Laying claim to the title of the world’s first global shutter mirrorless camera, the Sony a9 III is a fast and incredibly capable system for sports, wildlife, photojournalism, and 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 achieve flash sync at any shutter speed, up to 1/80,000 second.
Combining this 24.6MP sensor with Sony’s powerful BIONZ XR processor and AI Processing Unit results in a system that delivers unmatched performance for users seeking responsiveness and reliability.

Global Shutter — A First for Mirrorless
Sony introduces the world’s first full-frame global shutter mirrorless camera.
This technology represents a major leap beyond traditional rolling shutter systems, enabling near-instantaneous and simultaneous readout of all 24.6MP.

• Eliminates distortion (skew) and rolling shutter artifacts
• Removes the need for a mechanical shutter
• Ensures uniform exposure across the entire frame

Flash synchronization is possible at any shutter speed, up to 1/80,000 second.
Prevents banding from artificial lighting such as fluorescent sources.
Performs consistently across indoor, outdoor, and mixed lighting environments.

Flash capabilities:
• Full synchronization at any shutter speed
• Optimized performance with Sony flashes
• Compatible with third-party flashes via adjustable delay settings

Pre-Capture & Speed Boost — Never Miss a Moment

• Pre-Capture records images before fully pressing the shutter (0.05–1.0 sec)
• Speed Boost allows instant switching to up to 120 fps using the C5 button

Professional-Quality 4K Video
Global shutter technology eliminates rolling shutter and banding artifacts in video as well.

• 4K up to 60 fps with 6K oversampling
• 4K up to 120 fps with no crop
• Internal 10-bit 4:2:2 All-I recording
• 16-bit RAW output via HDMI

Picture profiles include:
• S-Log3
• S-Cinetone
• Full Picture Profile controls

Refined Body Design

• New front C5 custom button
• Shooting speed control via menu
• Improved grip ergonomics
• Repositioned shutter button

Storage:
• Dual CFexpress Type A / SD card slots

Connectivity:
• USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gb/s)

Viewfinder and Display

• 3.2″ 4-axis multi-angle touchscreen LCD (DCI-P3 gamut)
• 9.44m-dot OLED EVF
• 0.90x magnification
• Up to 240 fps refresh rate

Professional Connectivity

• Built-in Ethernet port
• Wi-Fi connectivity
• High-speed data transfer capabilities

Optional accessory:
• VG-C5 Vertical Grip with updated ergonomics

Enhanced Functionality and Workflow

• Voice memo recording
• Speech-to-text conversion via Sony app
• IPTC metadata with up to 20 presets
• Burst grouping during playback
• FTP transfer during shooting

Weather Sealing and Durability

• Dust- and moisture-resistant construction
• Protective shutter curtain when powered off

Future Firmware Updates

• Continuous shooting at 120 fps at maximum shutter speed
• Enhanced IPTC and FTP workflows
• Integration with C2PA content authenticity technology