Sony Alpha a7S III
Mirrorless Cameras

Alpha a7S III

Sony

Released Aug 1, 2020 · Analysis updated Mar 18, 2026

The Sony Alpha a7S III scores 90/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from Photographyblog, Techradar, Shopmoment, and Digitalcameraworld.

Critic Score

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90

based on 6 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Low-light performance(6)
  • 15 stops of dynamic range(2)
  • Excellent autofocus performance(2)

Cons

  • Only 12mp resolution(3)
  • Expensive at sub $3,500(2)
  • No 8k recording(2)

6 Expert Reviews

95
Sep 16, 2020

The Sony A7S III is a comprehensive upgrade that delivers excellent video performance and features for filmmakers and photographers.

93
Aug 22, 2022

Sony hasn’t just improved one or two aspects of its A7S series; with the new A7S III, it’s made an across-the-board set of upgrades that result in a camera that’s the best of its kind.

92
Jan 3, 2026

The Sony Alpha 7S III is a powerful cinema-quality camera with excellent 4K video capabilities, impressive dynamic range, and fast autofocus, making it ideal for filmmakers and content creators despit...

87
Aug 16, 2020

Designed especially for filmmakers, the new Sony A7S III is fantastic for filming but a capable stills machine too.

85
Jul 1, 2022

The Sony A7S III is an excellent choice for underwater video with improved white balance performance and 4K 120fps capability.

85
Oct 8, 2020

The Sony a7S III is an excellent low-light video camera with superb image quality and professional features.