Sony Alpha ILCE- 9M3 Mirrorless Camera

The next capture era starts now

The α9 III features the world's first2 full-frame stacked 24.6 MP3 CMOS image sensor with a global shutter system. Unlike a rolling shutter sensor that records images sequentially from the top row of pixels to the bottom, the newly developed Exmor RS™ image sensor exposes and reads all pixels simultaneously so the camera can capture fast-moving subjects with absolutely no distortion. Combined with a maximum shutter speed of 1/80000 second (1/16000 second during continuous shooting)4, the α9 III is a game changer for professional photography.

(1) Pixel area (2) Hi-speed signal processing circuit (3) Image processing engine

Blackout-free, 120fps continuous shooting

The α9 III is defined by speed and accuracy, enabling it to capture decisive moments with ease. It's capable of shooting continuous bursts at up to 120fps with full AF/AE tracking5, all without viewfinder blackout, and its highly advanced AI processing unit recognises subjects with astonishingly high precision and reliability.

Preserve split-second moments

The maximum shutter speed of 1/80000 second4 is available during continuous burst shooting as well as single shooting modes6, making it easy to capture fast-moving subjects in almost any situation. The shutter speed during continuous shooting can be set up to 1/80000 sec.4 A compatible flash unit from Sony (such as the HVL-F60RM2 or HVL-F46RM)7 can synchronise at all shutter speeds, eliminating the steep, nonlinear drop-off in illumination that occurs with high-speed sync (HSS) and ensuring even illumination across the image.

Exmor RS image sensor with global shutter system

The new full-frame global shutter image sensor is equipped with 24.6 million effective pixels, a stacked CMOS architecture and integral memory. This offers high resolution, overwhelming speed and simultaneous full-pixel readout, so even fast-moving subjects can be captured distortion-free. The sensor's stacked structure and advanced A/D conversion enable high-speed processing to proceed with minimal delay.

BIONZ XRTM image processing engine

With up to eight times2 more processing power than previous versions, the BIONZ XR image processing engine minimises processing latency while markedly boosting image processing power. The high volume of data generated by the newly developed Exmor RS™ image sensor can be processed in real time even while shooting continuous bursts at up to 120fps3. This significantly improves image quality, from offering higher colour gradation and more realistic colour reproduction to reducing image noise. The camera can also capture high-quality 14-bit RAW images in all still shooting modes.

Composite RAW Shooting reduces noise

Composite RAW Shooting captures multiple images (4, 8, 16, or 32, selectable) which can then be merged using Sony's Imaging Edge DesktopTM computer application software to create full-resolution images with very low noise.4 This makes it possible to shoot wildlife at high shutter speeds or portraits in low light, achieving exceptionally high image quality with low noise, even at higher ISO settings. What's more, when shooting at low sensitivity levels, the α9 III can take advantage of camera shake that occurs during handheld shooting and use Composite RAW to create images with reduced false colour and jaggies.

(1) Standard (2) Composite RAW

Advanced optical 5-axis image stabilisation

Shoot handheld with confidence. The α9 III is packed with a high-precision image stabilisation unit, advanced gyro sensors, and optimised image stabilisation algorithms to effectively detect and correct camera shake, offering 8.0-step5 stabilisation. This is further supported by compatible lenses with built-in image stabilisation6 and improved communication between the body and lenses, providing effective control for blur-free shooting even at telephoto focal lengths.

[1] Yaw  [2] Roll  [3] Pitch

AI recognition meets advanced AF

Up to 120 AF/AE tracking calculations per second2

Let the camera keep track—the high-speed readout of the new image sensor enables the α9 III to make up to 120 AF/AE tracking calculations per second2, twice that of its predecessor. AF tracks complex subject motions and predicts sudden movements with greater precision than ever before, while AE easily responds to sudden brightness variations. The α9 III continues to track even during continuous shooting, also contributing to greater precision.

(1) AF/AE calculations (2) 120 frames/s

Never miss a moment with Pre-Capture3

Pre-Capture records the moments that occurred before the shutter was released. Settable from 0.005 to 1 second4, it's available in any file format up to 120fps5 with full AF/AE tracking. This makes it easier to capture split-second moments, such as images of birds taking flight, even if actual shutter release is a little late.

Continuous Shooting Speed Boost

Continuous Shooting Speed Boost6 temporarily boosts the shooting speed while shooting bursts, ensuring you capture all the action. This is beneficial when shooting sports and other fast-paced activities when the timing of the key moment can be roughly predicted.

Enhanced human recognition with Real-time Recognition AF+7

With its innovative AI processing unit, the α9 III can use subject form data to accurately recognise movement. This makes it possible to lock onto and track a subject facing away from the camera or whose face is covered.

Our latest camera software takes Sony's human pose estimation to the next level. In Version 4.0 and beyond, Real-time Recognition AF+ offers more stable recognition of people even in complex situations such as crowds or team sports, precise and consistent tracking, and persistent focus on your subject even if they are temporarily obstructed.