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Sony A9 III and FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens Officially Announced, Priced $5,998, Available for Pre-Order
Sony has just officially announced the new Sony A9 III and Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens. Both are now available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
Sony A9 III
Sony A9 III is the world’s first mirrorless camera with a full-frame global shutter sensor. Thanks to the capabilities of the newly designed 24.6MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor, including 120 fps continuous shooting with AF/AE, flash sync at all speeds up to 1/80,000 sec., and no subject distortion, Sports, wildlife, and action photographers will never miss a moment when using Sony a9 III.
This new camera costs $5,998, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
Sony A9 III Key Specs
Lens Mount
Sony E
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 25.2 Megapixel
Effective: 24.6 Megapixel
Image Sensor
35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
ISO Sensitivity Range
Photo
250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode (Extended: 125 to 51,200)
250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode Video
250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode
250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode
Continuous Shooting
Up to 120 fps at 24.6 MP
Internal Recording Modes
XAVC HS/XAVC S/XAVC S-I 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 600 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [16 to 222 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
Raw 16-Bit via HDMI
4672 x 2628 at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps 4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II)
Video I/O
1 x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1 x USB-C Input/Output
Other I/O
1 x RJ45 Data Output 1 x USB-C Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) 1 x PC Sync Socket (Sync) Output 1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input/Output
Wireless
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth 5.0
Display Type
4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Battery Type
1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 400 Shots)
Imaging
Lens Mount
Sony E
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 25.2 Megapixel
Effective: 24.6 Megapixel
Image Sensor
35.6 x 23.8 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Built-In ND Filter
None
Capture Type
Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Electronic Global Shutter
Shutter Speed
Electronic Shutter
1/80000 to 30 Seconds
1/8000 to 1 Second in Movie Mode
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb Mode
ISO Sensitivity Range
Photo
250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode (Extended: 125 to 51,200)
250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode Video
250 to 25,600 in Manual Mode
250 to 12,800 in Auto Mode
3:2
24 MP (6000 x 4000)
10 MP (3936 x 2632)
6 MP (3008 x 2000)
Aspect Ratio
3:2
Image File Format
HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth
14-Bit
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes
XAVC HS/XAVC S/XAVC S-I 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 600 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [16 to 222 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
Raw 16-Bit via HDMI
4672 x 2628 at 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps 4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080 at 23.98/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
Gamma Curve
S Cinetone
Recording Limit
None
Built-In Microphone Type
Stereo
Audio Recording
2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II)
Video I/O
1 x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1 x USB-C Input/Output
Other I/O
1 x RJ45 Data Output 1 x USB-C Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) 1 x PC Sync Socket (Sync) Output 1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB Input/Output
Wireless
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth 5.0
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Creators’ App
Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Remote Control, View Live Feed *As of November, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone
Monitor
Display Size
3.2″
Resolution
2,095,104 Dot
Display Type
4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Viewfinder
Type
Built-In Electronic (OLED)
Size
0.64″
Resolution
9,437,184 Dot
Eye Point
25 mm
Magnification
Approx. 0.9x
Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +3
Focus
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Autofocus Points
Photo
Phase Detection: 759 Video
Phase Detection: 627
Autofocus Sensitivity
-5 to +20 EV
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
No
Maximum Sync Speed
1/80000 Second
Dedicated Flash System
TTL
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount, PC Terminal
Environmental
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
General
Battery Type
1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 400 Shots)
Shoe Mount
1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1 x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom)
Material of Construction
Magnesium Alloy
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.4 x 3.8 x 3.3″ / 136.1 x 96.9 x 82.9 mm
Weight
1.4 lb / 617 g (Body Only)
Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS lens
Providing the speed and reach many pros are looking for when photographing the world’s biggest events, Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS lens is a fast telephoto prime characterized by an impressively lightweight, portable design.
This new lens costs $5,998, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
Sony FE 300mm F/2.8 GM Specs
Focal Length
300mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
40.5 mm (Drop-In)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Sony E
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
8°
Minimum Focus Distance
6.6′ / 2 m
Optical Design
20 Elements in 16 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
11, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Tripod Collar
Removable and Rotating
Filter Size
40.5 mm (Drop-In)
Dimensions (ø x L)
4.88 x 10.4″ / 12.4 x 26.4 cm
Weight
51.9 oz / 1470 g
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