Sony Alpha a9 III Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera Body
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Featuring the world’s first full-frame image sensor with a global shutter system, the A9 III is a game changer, capturing fast-moving subjects with absolutely no rolling shutter distortion and preserving split-second moments in stunning detail.
The Alpha 9 III features a groundbreaking global shutter full-frame stacked CMOS image sensor with approximately 24.6 effective megapixels and built-in memory, making it the world's first of its kind. Paired with the advanced BIONZ XR® image processing engine, this camera achieves a remarkable continuous shooting speed of up to approximately 120 frames per second with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure tracking, all without the disruption of blackout periods.
The Alpha 9 III also boasts a high-density focal plane phase detection autofocus system. It incorporates a dedicated AI processing unit for Real-time Recognition AF, enabling precise identification of a wide range of subjects. This potent combination of rapid 120 fps performance and accurate subject recognition allows you to capture moments and scenes that would be imperceptible to the naked eye.
*Only available in US.
SKU: ILCE-9M3
- Blackout-free, 120 fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking
- Preserve split-second moments with maximum shutter speed of 1/80,000 second
- Exmor RS image sensor with global shutter system
- BIONZ XR™ image processing engine boosts overall processing speed by up to 8x6
- Composite RAW Shooting reduces noise
- Advanced optical 5-axis image stabilization detects and correct camera shake
- Blackout-free shooting for uninterrupted view during fast-paced shooting
- Up to 120 AF/AE tracking calculations per second10
- Never miss a moment with Pre-Capture11
- Continuous Shooting Speed Boost rapidly increases frame rate to capture the action
- Real-time Recognition AF14 identifies and tracks subjects even if face/eye obscured
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 24.6 Megapixel |
Image Sensor | Full-Frame CMOS |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Shutter Type | Electronic Global Shutter |
Shutter Speed | Up to 1/80000 Second |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 120 fps at 24.6 MP |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) |
Wireless | 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Display Size | 3.2" |
Resolution | 2,100,000 Dot |
Display Type | 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit | |
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 280 Mb/s] |
Featuring the world’s first full-frame image sensor with a global shutter system, the A9 III is a game changer, capturing fast-moving subjects with absolutely no rolling shutter distortion and preserving split-second moments in stunning detail.
The Alpha 9 III features a groundbreaking global shutter full-frame stacked CMOS image sensor with approximately 24.6 effective megapixels and built-in memory, making it the world's first of its kind. Paired with the advanced BIONZ XR® image processing engine, this camera achieves a remarkable continuous shooting speed of up to approximately 120 frames per second with continuous autofocus and auto-exposure tracking, all without the disruption of blackout periods.
The Alpha 9 III also boasts a high-density focal plane phase detection autofocus system. It incorporates a dedicated AI processing unit for Real-time Recognition AF, enabling precise identification of a wide range of subjects. This potent combination of rapid 120 fps performance and accurate subject recognition allows you to capture moments and scenes that would be imperceptible to the naked eye.
*Only available in US.
SKU: ILCE-9M3
- Blackout-free, 120 fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking
- Preserve split-second moments with maximum shutter speed of 1/80,000 second
- Exmor RS image sensor with global shutter system
- BIONZ XR™ image processing engine boosts overall processing speed by up to 8x6
- Composite RAW Shooting reduces noise
- Advanced optical 5-axis image stabilization detects and correct camera shake
- Blackout-free shooting for uninterrupted view during fast-paced shooting
- Up to 120 AF/AE tracking calculations per second10
- Never miss a moment with Pre-Capture11
- Continuous Shooting Speed Boost rapidly increases frame rate to capture the action
- Real-time Recognition AF14 identifies and tracks subjects even if face/eye obscured
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 24.6 Megapixel |
Image Sensor | Full-Frame CMOS |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Shutter Type | Electronic Global Shutter |
Shutter Speed | Up to 1/80000 Second |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 120 fps at 24.6 MP |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) |
Wireless | 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Display Size | 3.2" |
Resolution | 2,100,000 Dot |
Display Type | 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit | |
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 280 Mb/s] |
Unprecedented imaging becomes possible with the A9 III’s global shutter system.
Never miss a moment with Pre-Capture
Pre-Capture records the moments that occurred before the shutter was released. Settable from 0.005 to 1 second12, it’s available in any file format up to 120 fps3 with full AF/AE tracking.

Advanced optical 5-axis image stabilization
Shoot handheld with confidence. The A9 III is packed with a high-precision image stabilization unit, advanced gyro sensors, and optimized image stabilization algorithms to effectively detect and correct camera shake, offering 8.0-step stabilization.
