What to Expect from Sony a7SIII (after Sony a9 Announcement)?

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The biggest announcement at NAB 2017 should be the Sony a9 full frame E mount mirrorless camera ($4,498 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama). First, let’s take a look at the key features of the Sony a9.

Sony a9 Key Features:

  • 24.2MP Full-Frame Stacked CMOS Sensor
  • BIONZ X Image Processor & Front-End LSI
  • 693-Point AF System & 20 fps Shooting
  • Blackout-Free Quad-VGA 3.7m-Dot OLED EVF
  • Internal UHD 4K Video Recording
  • 5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization
  • 3.0″ 1.44m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
  • ISO 204,800, Silent Electronic Shutter
  • Built-In Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, Dual SD Slots
  • Integrated LAN and PC Sync Terminals

That’s really amazing! But, if Sony decides to release the Sony a7S III this year, what do you expect from the new Sony a7SIII video-monster?

The website EOSHD listed the highly expected Sony a7SIII features, take a look!

  • 6K capable image processor and codec to maximise use of 24MP 6K stacked CMOS sensor
  • Cinema 4K resolution (4096 x 2160) like GH5
  • S-LOG and picture profiles, possibly revised and new HDR gamma curve added for their new TVs
  • 10bit codec like GH5
  • Full frame 6K sensor readout with stacked DRAM
  • Bigger battery and more power efficient sensor and LSI
  • Better haptic feedback from the body controls and dials
  • Better placement of video record button, addition of joystick
  • Like on a Canon DSLR, the body surface drops away around important controls like rear jog-dial, which is now raised up for a more tactile feel
  • Better menus with video options separated from stills menus
  • Vastly reduced rolling shutter from faster sensor

What do you expect from Sony a7SIII? Like Sony a7SIII Facebook page to get the latest Sony a7SIII news in time!

Update: Up to $300 off and Free Accessories on Sony a7RII, a7SII and a7II.

Reminder: The new Sony Alpha a9 full frame mirrorless camera and FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS lens are now available for pre-order at major US retailers:

Sony a9 body: $4,498 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens: $2,498 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

You can read the full article at EOSHD.

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