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Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital

User Manual for Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-105mm Lens and Vertical Grip Kit

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• Brand: Sony
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• Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only)
  • First Look: Sony A7 III
  • Hands-On Review | Sony Alpha a7 III
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Product Feature
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Unveil
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Full frame 4K HDR (HLG) sample movie
  Distinguished by its updated sensor design, the Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera from Sony is a well-rounded camera suitable for both photo and video applications in a variety of working situations. Refined for improved speed and low-light performance, the full-frame 24.2MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor pair to realize an impressive 10 fps continuous shooting rate and improved autofocus performance for faster, more reliable subject tracking along with wide frame coverage. This updated Fast Hybrid AF System employs a combination of 693 phase-detection points and 425 contrast-detection areas for quicker acquirement of focus in a variety of lighting conditions, and also maintains focus on subjects more effectively. In addition to speed and AF, the processing improvements also help to realize greater image clarity and reduced noise throughout the sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200, which can further be expanded to ISO 50-204800. Video recording capabilities have also been extended for enhanced quality when recording UHD 4K video with the full width of the full-frame sensor to minimize moiré and aliasing. Additionally, benefitting both stills and video operation, the a7 III utilizes a 5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE sensor-shift image stabilization, which is now effective to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to 5 stops.
  
  Beyond just updates to the imaging system, the a7 III's body design has also been revised to include a rear 3.0" 922k-dot touchscreen LCD, which has a tilting design to better support working from high and low angles. A 2.36m-dot Tru-Finder OLED EVF is also featured for bright and clear eye-level monitoring. For greater shooting flexibility, dual SD memory card slots are now featured, and a larger NP-FZ100 battery is also employed to achieve up to approximately 710 shots per charge. Suiting the camera's use in trying conditions, the magnesium-alloy chassis and weather-sealing also render the a7 III dust- and moisture-resistant.
  24.2MP Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Image Processor
  • Featuring a back-illuminated design, the full-frame 24.2-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor works with the BIONZ X image processor to offer high-resolution stills and video while minimizing noise and improving speed. This sensor structure works with a gapless on-chip lens design and an anti-reflection coating to improve light collection and enhance detail. Also, the copper wiring layer dramatically improves data transmission speed for creating 14-bit, high-resolution stills with a native sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200, which can be further expanded to ISO 50-204800. Also, it enables internal UHD 4K video recording with a wide dynamic range using the full width of the full-frame sensor. The BIONZ X processor also works in conjunction with a high-speed front-end LSI to realize faster processing times along with the ability to capture an impressive 15-stop dynamic range at low sensitivity values.
    
    The sensor and processor combination also avails fast continuous shooting at up to 10 fps at full resolution, for up to 177 consecutive frames, and with full-time AF/AE when working with either a mechanical shutter or an electronic shutter. If shooting in live view mode, a continuous shooting rate of up to 8 fps is also possible.
  Fast Hybrid AF System
  • An evolved 4D FOCUS system now employs a combination of 693 phase-detection points, which cover approximately 93% of the frame, along with 425 contrast-detection areas for reliable and quick autofocus and subject tracking performance. This Fast Hybrid AF System now achieves twice the focusing speed and more reliable tracking compared to previous a7 models, as well as improved low-light focusing. The use of phase-detection points also enables the use of A-mount lenses via the optional LA-EA3 or LA-EA1 lens mount adapters with full continuous AF/AE tracking compatibility.
    
    The apt focus system also lends itself to a variety of focusing functions for refined accuracy, including Lock-on AF, which maintains focus on moving subjects throughout the use of a configurable frame that is set over the desired moving subject, and Expand Flexible Spot, which employs neighboring focus points to retain focus on moving subjects even if the originally selected point loses focus. Additionally, Eye AF can be used to base focus on recognized subjects' eyes for portraits and is available in both AF-S and AF-C modes. Autofocus can also be used in conjunction with the Focus Magnifier function for critical focus when homing in on minute subject details. The rear touchscreen can also be used for Touch Focus control, and a Touchpad Focus Control mode lets you use the rear screen intuitively while keeping your eye to the viewfinder.
  5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization
  • Packed into the robust a7 III is a 5-stop effective 5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization system that compensates for five different types of camera shake encountered during handheld shooting of stills and video. This allows users to confidently use any lens, even adapted lenses, for critical imaging without encountering blur from camera shake.
    
    For long focal lengths, the system will correct for pitch and yaw adjustments. Macro and high-magnification imagery, on the other hand, will benefit from the inclusion of horizontal and vertical shift compensation. All shooting styles will get usage out of the roll compensation. All 5 axes of stabilization will function at all times, even when used with third-party lenses and adapters or lenses with built-in optical stabilization.
  UHD 4K Video Recording in XAVC S Format
  • Internal recording of UHD 4K movies is possible in multiple frame rates up to 30 fps and using 2.4x oversampling renders greater detail and full pixel readout is possible, that is void of pixel binning, for higher quality imagery with reduced moiré and aliasing. Full-frame 4K recording has also been dramatically improved for improved quality when working at mid to high sensitivities to permit full use of the entire sensor width. Full HD 1080p recording is also supported in frame rates up to 120 fps, and both resolutions utilize the 100 Mb/s XAVC S format contained within an MP4 wrapper with 4:2:0 sampling. The high-speed, 120 fps recording also enables 4x and 5x slow-motion movie recording with the frame rate set to either 30p or 24p. In addition to high-resolution internal recording, uncompressed HDMI output also enables the use of an optional external recorder for clean 4K recording with 4:2:2 sampling.
    
    Affording extensive customizable color and gamma controls, the a7 III allows users to adjust the gamma, black level, knee, color level, and more. Also, users can use the same S-Log2 Gamma Curve that is found on high end Sony Cinema cameras that squeezes up to 1300% more dynamic range into the video signal then traditional REC709, for increased post-production flexibility. HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) support is also available, along with the BT.2020 color space, for recording within a wide color gamut and, in addition to S-Log2, S-Log3 is also available for producing an effective 14-stop dynamic range with increased grading control in the shadow to mid-tone regions of the image.
  Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
  • • An XGA OLED Tru-Finder EVF is featured, and has a 2.36m-dot resolution and 0.78x magnification for bright, clear viewing in high detail. This viewfinder design also affords the use of autofocus in the Focus Magnifier mode as well as improved focusing peaking to benefit manual focus operation.
    • In addition to the EVF, a 3.0" 922k-dot rear LCD is also available, which has a touch panel design for intuitive operation and focusing control. The screen also tilts upward 107° and downward 41° to benefit working from high and low angles.
    • Magnesium-alloy chassis assures rigidity, durability, and stability while remaining lightweight. The lens mount has also been improved to better support heavy lenses and the grip rigidity has been improved for more comfortable hand-holding.
    • Weather-sealing has been employed to resist dust and moisture for reliable operation in harsh weather conditions.
    • Using the NP-FZ100 battery, the a7 III has improved battery life and is now rated for approximately 710 shots per charge.
    • Dual SD memory card slots allow for flexible file saving and handling, and can be configured to partition raw and JPEG files or can be used for overflow recording. One of the card slots is rated to support UHS-II memory cards.
    • A USB 3.0 Type-C port has been added, in addition to a micro-USB port, for faster, more reliable tethering support. The USB Type-C connection allows the camera to be charged from the host power source while connected.
    • Built-in Wi-Fi enables the a7 III to instantly share imagery to mobile devices for direct sharing online to social networking, via email, and to cloud storage sites. NFC (Near Field Communication) is also supported, which allows for one-touch connection between the camera and compatible mobile devices; no complex set-up is required. Once connected, the linked mobile device can also display a live view image on its screen and remotely control the camera's shutter.
    • Bluetooth connectivity allows for location data acquisition.
  Other Camera Features
  • • A Ratings function lets you assign star values, from 1-5, to images in-camera for faster editing and sorting at home during post-production.
    • An advanced 1200-zone evaluative exposure metering sensor delivers consistent and accurate results using multi-segment, center-weighted, or spot metering modes.
    • Highlight and Average metering modes helps avoid blown-out highlights and provide stable auto-exposure, respectively.
    • Anti-flicker shooting automatically recognizes and times the shutter action to minimize the flicker effect for more consistent results on still images.
    • Picture Effect modes: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R/G/B/Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera (Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta), and Soft High-Key.
    • Creative Style modes: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn leaves, Black & White, Sepia, Style Box (1-6), (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation (-3 to +3 steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps).
  UPC: 027242910768
• Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens
  • First Look: Sony A7 III
  • Hands-On Review | Sony Alpha a7 III
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Product Feature
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Unveil
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Full frame 4K HDR (HLG) sample movie
  Designed for versatility, the FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens from Sony is a wide-angle to short-telephoto zoom designed for E-mount mirrorless cameras. Complementing the useful range of focal lengths is a constant f/4 maximum aperture, which maintains consistent performance throughout the zoom range and also affords increased control over depth of field. Benefitting the reach is an advanced optical design, which employs aspherical and extra-low dispersion glass elements to control color fringing, distortion, and a variety of aberrations for greater sharpness and clarity. A Nano AR Coating has also been applied to suppress lens flare and ghosting for high contrast and color accuracy when working in harsh light.
  
  Further adding to the versatility, this 24-105mm f/4 also incorporates an Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, and this system can pair with select cameras' sensor-shift image stabilization for even more effective blur control. Suiting both stills and video shooting, a Direct Drive Super Sonic wave AF motor, along with an internal focusing design, provides quick and quiet focusing performance as well as natural manual focus control. Additionally, this also features a weather-resistant physical construction, along with a fluorine-coated front element, to enable its use in trying weather conditions.
  • Covering a versatile wide-angle to short-telephoto range, this 24-105mm lens is designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 36-157.5mm equivalent focal length range.
  • A constant f/4 maximum aperture offers consistent performance throughout the zoom range and also lends greater control over focus position for shallow depth of field techniques.
  • Four aspherical elements are featured in the optical design and two of which are designated as Advanced Aspherical elements to noticeably reduce spherical aberrations and distortion throughout the zoom range for improved sharpness and clarity.
  • Three extra-low dispersion elements are also used to minimize color fringing and chromatic aberrations for greater color accuracy.
  • A Nano AR Coating has been applied to reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for increased contrast and color rendering in strong lighting conditions.
  • Optical SteadyShot image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper imagery when shooting handheld with slower shutter speeds. This stabilization system can also be combined with select camera's sensor-shift type image stabilization for more effective control of camera blur.
  • A Direct Drive Super Sonic wave AF motor and internal focus mechanism provide quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance and also contribute to more natural, intuitive manual focus control.
  • A focus hold button and AF/MF switch are present on the lens barrel for intuitive tactile control and rapid access to select settings.
  • A dust- and moisture-sealed design better permits working in inclement conditions and rubberized control rings benefit handling in colder temperatures.
  • The front lens element features a fluorine coating to protect against smudges and dust from adhering to the glass surface.
  • Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.
  UPC: 027242909601
• Sony VG-C3EM Vertical Grip
  • First Look: Sony A7 III
  • Hands-On Review | Sony Alpha a7 III
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Product Feature
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Unveil
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Full frame 4K HDR (HLG) sample movie
  Dedicated to the Sony Alpha a9, a7 III, and a7R III mirrorless cameras, the VG-C3EM Vertical Grip offers both extended battery and a more comfortable grip when shooting in the vertical orientation. The grip accepts two NP-FZ100 batteries to effectively double the battery life for long shooting sessions, and the batteries can be charged in the grip while attached to the camera via the body's USB port. 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. Also, the grip is built from magnesium alloy and is dust- and moisture-resistant to match the weather sealing of the camera itself.
  Compatible Cameras
  • Alpha a9
    Alpha a7 III
    Alpha a7R III
  UPC: 027242903272
• Sony NPA-MQZ1K Multi Battery Adapter Kit
  • First Look: Sony A7 III
  • Hands-On Review | Sony Alpha a7 III
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Product Feature
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Unveil
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Full frame 4K HDR (HLG) sample movie
  Make sure you have plenty of power for your shoot with the NPA-MQZ1K Multi Battery Adapter Kit from Sony. Able to work with cameras that accept NP-FZ100 series or NP-FW50 series batteries, this adapter is able to supply power from up to four NP-FZ100 series battery packs for dramatically extended shooting times. It can also serve as a rapid charge, with a charging rate of 480 minutes for four batteries. Users can convert the adapter into a more compact two-battery adapter for a more travel-ready kit.The NPA-MQZ1K can charge other devices as well via its two USB ports. It also is equipped with a three-level LED indicator light for checking charge status along with six 1/4"-20 mounting sockets for mounting to various support systems. Additionally, it comes with NP-FZ100 battery packs to help users get started. UPC: 027242904637
• Sony 64GB SF-G Series UHS-II SDXC Memory Card
  • First Look: Sony A7 III
  • Hands-On Review | Sony Alpha a7 III
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Product Feature
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Unveil
  • Sony | a | a7 III - Full frame 4K HDR (HLG) sample movie
  The 64GB SF-G Series UHS-II SDXC Memory Card from Sony features a storage capacity of 64GB and takes advantage of the UHS-II bus to support advanced DSLR functions such as continuous shutter bursts and rapid shooting, as well as RAW and JPEG captures. This card is also well-suited for video capture, including 4K, 3D, HFR, and Full HD video, and can achieve maximum read speeds of up to 300 MB/s and maximum write speeds of up to 299 MB/s. Thanks to its U3 speed class rating, minimum write speeds are guaranteed not to drop below 30 MB/s.
  
  UHS-II media achieves its speed through an extra row of pins and while this card has been designed for cameras that are UHS-II compatible, it may be used in devices that do not support UHS-II. However, bear in mind that this card will then default to your device's speed class and bus rating, such as UHS-I and U3. If your device does not support U3, this card is compatible with the U1 and Class 10 standards, each of which guarantees minimum write speeds of 10 MB/s.
  
  As with most Sony cards, this memory card is shockproof, X-ray proof, and waterproof, while also being able to withstand temperatures from -13 to 185°F, allowing you to take this card with you into extreme environments, such as snow and deserts. Should the card's data become compromised, you also benefit from the option to download File Rescue software for free to help recover deleted content.

  General Features

  Fast SDXC Card
  • The SF-G series boasts a fast write speed up to 299 MB/s, which supports the continuous shooting of high-resolution images with high-performance DSLRs equipped with the UHS-II interface. This card is also compatible with UHS-I devices.
  Fast Transfers
  • With a read speed of up to 300 MB/s, even large files such as 4K or Full HD video captured in XAVC S, or a bunch of high-resolution images by continuous shooting can be quickly transferred to your PC. Spend less time waiting and more time doing.
  Reliability
  • This card offers reliability and durability even in intense use. It is X-ray proof, waterproof, shockproof, and can withstand temperatures ranging from -13 to 185°F.
  File Rescue
  • Sometimes things go wrong and data such as photos and files are accidentally deleted. File Rescue is a powerful tool for recovering data that is simple enough for almost anyone to use and is available as a free download to memory card customers.
  UPC: 027242904330

• Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only)
• NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (2280mAh)
• AC Adapter
• Micro-USB Cable
• ALC-B1EM Body Cap for E-Mount Cameras
• Accessory Shoe Cap
• Eyepiece Cup
• Shoulder Strap
• Limited 1-Year Warranty

• FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens

• VG-C3EM Vertical Grip

• NPA-MQZ1K Multi Battery Adapter Kit

• 64GB SF-G Series UHS-II SDXC Memory Card cxattytsceccacrxxvwqrwbuftzdbttyxrcc

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• Sony Alpha a7 III Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only)

  Lens Mount	Sony E
  Camera Format	Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
  Pixels	Actual: 25.3 Megapixel Effective: 24.2 Megapixel
  Maximum Resolution	6000 x 4000
  Aspect Ratio	3:2, 16:9
  Sensor Type	CMOS
  Sensor Size	35.6 x 23.8 mm
  Image File Format	JPEG, RAW
  Bit Depth	14-Bit
  Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

  ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800)
  Shutter Speed	1/8000 to 30 Seconds Bulb Mode
  Metering Method	Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot, Highlight Weighted
  Exposure Modes	Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
  Exposure Compensation	-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
  Metering Range	-3 to 20 EV
  White Balance	Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
  Continuous Shooting	Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 89 Exposures (Raw Format) Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 177 Exposures (JPEG Format) Up to 8 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 6 fps at 24.2 MP Up to 3 fps at 24.2 MP
  Self Timer	2/5/10-Second Delay

  Recording Modes	XAVC S/H.264 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 100p/120p [60 to 100 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [50 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50p/59.94p [25 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 25p/29.97p [16 Mb/s] AVCHD/H.264 Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [24 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [17 Mb/s]
  External Recording Modes	4:2:2 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 24.00p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 24.00p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p
  Recording Limit	Up to 29 Minutes
  Video Encoding	NTSC/PAL
  Audio Recording	Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input
  Audio File Format	AC3, Dolby Digital 2ch, Linear PCM (Stereo)

  Focus Type	Auto and Manual Focus
  Focus Mode	Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
  Autofocus Points	Phase Detection: 693 Contrast Detection: 425
  Autofocus Sensitivity	-3 to +20 EV

  Viewfinder Type	Electronic
  Viewfinder Size	0.5"
  Viewfinder Resolution	2,359,000 Dot
  Viewfinder Eye Point	23 mm
  Viewfinder Coverage	100%
  Viewfinder Magnification	Approx. 0.78x
  Diopter Adjustment	-4 to +3 m
  Monitor Size	3"
  Monitor Resolution	921,600 Dot
  Monitor Type	Tilting Touchscreen LCD

  Built-in Flash	None
  Flash Modes	Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless
  Maximum Sync Speed	1/250 Second
  Flash Compensation	-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
  Dedicated Flash System	TTL
  External Flash Connection	Hot Shoe

  Memory Card Slot	1 x SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo
  Connectivity	3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Micro-B, USB 3.0, USB Type-C
  Wireless	Wi-Fi Bluetooth
  GPS	None

  Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C

  Battery	1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh
  Dimensions (W x H x D)	5.0 x 3.8 x 2.9" / 126.9 x 95.6 x 73.7 mm
  Weight	1.43 lb / 650 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.1 x 6.0 x 5.4"

• Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens

  Focal Length	24 to 105mm
  Maximum Aperture	f/4
  Minimum Aperture	f/22
  Lens Mount	Sony E
  Format Compatibility	Full-Frame
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