# Sony A7S III

Mirrorless camera · 12MP full-frame back-illuminated CMOS · profile confidence: **verified** · source: sony.com — α7S III specifications

## Video modes

| Resolution | Frame rates | Aspect | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 | 16:9 | Full width, no crop |
| 4K | 100, 120 | 16:9 | Slight crop |
| 1080p | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100, 120, 200, 240 | 16:9 |  |

## Stabilization

- **SteadyShot Off** (strength 0/3)
- **SteadyShot Standard (IBIS)** (strength 2/3)
- **SteadyShot Active** (strength 2/3) — crops the image

## Color profiles

- **S-Cinetone** — 10-bit
- **S-Log3 (S-Gamut3.Cine)** — 10-bit, log (for grading)
- **Standard** — 10-bit

## Field of view

Lens-dependent (interchangeable-lens body).

## Exposure

- ISO range: 80–102400 (recommended ceilings — bright: 640, normal: 12800, low light: 51200)
- Manual shutter: yes
- Aperture: variable (lens-dependent)
- Built-in ND: no

## Notable

- **Dual base ISO (640 / 12800)** — The reference camera for shooting in the dark — genuinely clean footage where others fall apart.
- **No recording time limit** — Records until the card or battery runs out — built for ceremonies and long interviews.

Strengths: Best-in-class low light; 4K/120 full frame; Dual card slots; No recording limit.
Weaknesses: Only 12MP for stills; Expensive; Overkill for casual use.

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