Sony A9 III
Mirrorless Cameras

A9 III

Sony

Released Jan 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Mar 18, 2026

Mirrorless camera with global shutter enabling 120 fps burst shooting and advanced subject recognition autofocus, featuring refined ergonomics and durable build. The Sony A9 III scores 87/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Thephoblographer, Slrlounge, Dpreview, and Sheclicks.

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87

based on 6 expert reviews

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Pros

  • 120 fps burst shooting(2)
  • Subject recognition autofocus system(2)
  • Innovative global shutter sensor(2)

Cons

  • High price(2)

6 Expert Reviews

95
Mar 20, 2024

By far, the Sony a9 III is the single best camera that Sony has made thus far.

93
Dec 31, 2024

The Sony A9 III is a revolutionary camera with groundbreaking global shutter technology that offers unprecedented speed and performance for action photography.

91
May 21, 2024

The a9 III pairs the fastest full-frame sensor available with the most dependable AF system and an increasingly sophisticated set of professional workflow tools.

90
Aug 28, 2024

The Sony A9 III is a powerhouse for professional sports and action photographers, featuring a groundbreaking full-frame global shutter sensor and exceptionally fast, accurate AI-driven autofocus.

80
Jan 12, 2024

Although the Sony a9 III's global shutter sensor makes some image quality sacrifices, it freezes moments of action perfectly and supports 120fps capture with focus tracking for demanding sports photog...

72
Jun 15, 2024

The Sony A9 III is a very specialized tool that does exactly what it promises, but it takes a big step back in resolution compared to the A1.