Sony a7s III is a video camera. It's good for capturing motions (cinematography) with no limit of recording time and having some limitations for taking still pictures. Some mirrorless cameras are photo cameras. They're good for taking still pictures (photography) and having some limitations for capturing motions. I hope Sony will make a7s IV that can capture lightnings in slow motions at 50,000 fps.
They did many things right with that camera. Can’t wait for the a7 IV which will be the perfect allrounder for most people. If they take most improvements of the a7 S III plus a new 24-36 MP sensor ... they have a new bestseller.
Nice summary. Wanted more on 1) Audio: many mention the XLR K3M, only a few, like you, have mentioned 4 lines of audio into the camera. No-one has demonstrated that. 2) Auto Exposure. People who want a flip out screen will want auto-exposure as they move around talking. Everyone is all jacked about auto-focus, but no one talks about auto-iris or ISO.
The Sony Alpha a7S III can accept 2 channels of audio, digital though the shoe + a stereo channel (mini 3.5mm) so 4 channels total, utilizing the Sony XLR-K3M: bhpho.to/2F8jj8p Natively, the camera will offer a range of ISO 80-102400. This can be extended to ISO 40-409600. FAQ: Sony a7S III: bhpho.to/3jMNO2Q >Mark
Does B&H give classes to help customers find the right camera because honestly I don't know what 75% of what was being talked about since I'm pretty new to higher end cameras.
We do offer instructional courses related to photography through the Event Space at our NYC Superstore: bhpho.to/3dddJ3O Additionally, those that are within the NYC area can take advantage of our Tech Corner at our NYC Superstore for after purchase support: bhpho.to/37hP1vl
Low -light AF is excellent if the best settings are chosen. The best results start with using a wide-aperture prime lens (f/1.8 or lower) as opposed to an f/4 zoom lens. When capturing images in continuous autofocus (AF-C) mode, the camera will focus at the selected aperture. In the AF-S mode, most SONY lenses (with a few exceptions: Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS Lens, Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens) will open up momentarily to help the AF system "lock-on" to the subject. Shoot wide-open in AF-C. If stopping down to a smaller aperture like f5.6 or f/8, choose AF-S. Turning off Live View Display can also minimize any AF lag, so turn the effect off from the MENU. Remember to turn it back on when done with your low light shooting >Mark
Sony ought to put this low light system in a pro-sumer video "filming" camera body so we don't have to deal with overheating (only an hour with 4k??) and they can add SDI BNC outputs as well for recorders that can capture 16 bit RAW with timecode externally. Plus, the fact there would be ready accessible buttons. Like a Sony PXW-FS6 with low light capabilities with no rolling shutter artifacts, perhaps?
Give me a second to pick my jaw up off my keyboard and wipe up all the drool. It's been such a long awaited debut, but obviously totally worth the wait. Thanks B&H for a great review. And Bravo Sony, since my switch from Nikon in the mid 2010's I have not been disappointed or let down by Sony. This one will be no exception.
Looking forward to getting this =D Here's my concern though. I get it, and the sigma 24-70mm f2.8 lens, take it camping to make a youtube video for my channel, and it craps the bed at low light/no light filming. As in I cant get autofocus to find my face, or focus on the ground around me, or trees without a filming light, and when I do get it to autofocus the sound of it focusing bleeds through into the recorded audio.
@@BandH hey Joey thanks for the response! Just to clarify whilst ive got you... 4k 120 - HAS to be recorded to a cfexpress type A, a v90 sd card wont do it? Correct? Thanks my man x
lovely! so glad they improved the menu system, my biggest gripe w the otherwise solid a73. full size hdmi port is great, and no overheating issues, very nice. how is the battery life?
Low-light performance would depend on the lens you are using (and your chosen aperture) as well as the ISO you are using based on the ambient light levels. That being said, the Sony Alpha a7S III has pretty much the best and cleanest image quality out of all the cameras in Sony's current lineup when shooting in low-lighting, and would highly be recommended if you need 60 frames per second in low-lighting.
filter in front of the image sensor oscillates at an ultrasonic frequency of 70,000 cycles per second to remove dust from the sensor surface. Thanks! - Joey P
Hi, thanks so much for this very positive and helpful review. So, a BIG question for me is simply the stability when walking, panning, turning, etc. when shooting video. I would love a comment from the reviewer how this camera compares to the Olympus or especially the Panasonic cameras that have remarkable image stability in video. I have the Sony A6---cameras, now the A6600. Stability is unfortunately so poor that IBIS is really only good enough for still photos. Any sort of video while moving needs a gimbal. Again, please share how stable the camera is when shooting videos. Thanks so much!!!
We're glad that you enjoyed the review! Based on the testing we have done, the stabilization in the A7S III is excellent. We recently made a comparison between it and several other cameras, but unfortunately Olympus was not one of the brands that made on the list. bhpho.to/333Pyj2
Hey family, quick question :) Do you think that on a professional level this camera can be used for photography? (Outside of printing ofcourse) I shoot mainly swimwear, portraiture and events. A member of my team has an a7riii so for food/product photography which i do from time to time, i could just borrow his. Please let me know what you guys think because i really didn't want to have two camera bodies. I shoot an equal amount of photo and video and i currently have an a7riii as well.THANKS!
I currently have a Sony a6300 and I’m looking for the best Sony camera with a nice combo of quality photo/video. Would you recommend this camera? I’m more on the photography side... Thanks
You could use a device like Tentacle Sync. You can connect one to each camera and the Zoom H6, then sync them together on the Tentacle Sync app. They are super easy to use. Here's more info on the Tentacle Sync: bhpho.to/3DC7SkA
is output from A7S 10bit far different from A7iii 4K quality or is it possible to match both cameras in one project? of course s3 give better results in low-light, HDR situations and in colorgrading postproduction
It is not going to be an exact match to the older A7S. However as they are both Sony cameras they should be easy to match up in Post Production. Thanks! -Joey P
I love green tint in Sony skin tones. I absolutely adore the fact that they decided to keep the green tint. Vibrant Canon colors? Beach* please. The skintones on the model from the official video were like she was half dead, just like me IRL. No redness in her skin and my all time favorite green tint. Awwww Such color system. Much amazing
Whether the A7S III is better for you than a camera from BlackMagic Design would depend on which model you're comparing it to and what you're going to be shooting. We invite you to contact us via Live Chat today until 8PM ET so we can discuss your options in further detail.
At this time, there is only a comparison chart between the EOS R5 and the A7S III. The EOS R6 has many of the same features of the R5 with the exception of the 8K video and 45 MP RAW images. bhpho.to/333Pyj2
Being that A7S III excels in low light situations, it has the potential to work well for astrophotography. However, there have been no specific tests performed for this application to our knowledge.
We made a review about this camera on our channel. We uploaded it 30 mins before the official announcement, but we did it on purpose not "accidentally" like B&H 😂
I noticed that he glossed over IBIS rather quickly. I was really hoping that IBIS in video mode was greatly improved. It's the only complaint I have with my A7III.
Saw a few other reviews stating that the IBIS has improved but not significantly. That being said, combined with the electronic stabilisation, it seems to be much better.
Unfortunately, the USB-C port is limited to powering the camera using a USB-C power source or tethering for stills. Only an external recorder with an SSD installed can be used in the HDMI port.
Have questions about the Sony a7SIII? Tune in to our live Q and A with Sony's Mike Bubolo at 4:00pm ET here - ua-cam.com/video/AqMkfBRIH5w/v-deo.html
Who else saw this review yesterday😁🤤
I guess B&H are not gonna get any exclusive pre-release products any time sooner 😂
Top seller privilege.
Yes... But now is available in 4K view
This is not an unbiased review, but an ad based overview.
Me 😆
That spicy 10-bit 4:2:2 120fps 4K flippy screen full-frame lowlight monster of a camcam.
Somebody at B&H needs to buy a watch
*A LOT OF WATCHES*
BIG ONE
FLAVOR FLAVVVVV
I dont get the joke
I'm having a déjà vu right now...
Haha funny.
me too)))) lol
You are not alone...
hahahaha
😅
This is so yesterday.
So what is today?
Somebody’s getting fired for leaking this video 😂😂😂
Finally ill be able to afford the a7s 1 😩
hahah, i still own the mark 1 it’s still really good :)
shayma. True dat
This presenter's voice is identical to Tony Northrup's. Well done B&H (?).
Tony does voice over work but mainly in Japan.
@@scoobyrex247 Also downtown NYC, seems like it.
that low light is nuts
oh guy carefully store the footage this video is leaked 5 hours ago
12 hours ago
The Deja Vu is strong with this one
People complaining about no 8k video are people that don't shoot video for a living.
I'm glad they didn't fall into the 8K trap.
So true especially when social marketing is the key for most videomakers....all those 8k phones out there hahaha
lets see one of your 8k projects?
@@TheEEgo I dont have an 8k camera because I dont need one for the work I do everyday
They are the same people who would buy an iPhone that can shoot 4K over an actual camera that can shoot "only" 1080P.
The legend is finally real. Kudos to Sony.
When you already watched the video because it was leaked ahaha
Finally here! (just 12 hrs ago)
Sony a7s III is a video camera. It's good for capturing motions (cinematography) with no limit of recording time and having some limitations for taking still pictures.
Some mirrorless cameras are photo cameras. They're good for taking still pictures (photography) and having some limitations for capturing motions.
I hope Sony will make a7s IV that can capture lightnings in slow motions at 50,000 fps.
Why Sony makes a7S III record videos in 8 bits, 10 bit, and 16 bit, but no 12 bit?
They did many things right with that camera. Can’t wait for the a7 IV which will be the perfect allrounder for most people. If they take most improvements of the a7 S III plus a new 24-36 MP sensor ... they have a new bestseller.
Nice summary. Wanted more on 1) Audio: many mention the XLR K3M, only a few, like you, have mentioned 4 lines of audio into the camera. No-one has demonstrated that. 2) Auto Exposure. People who want a flip out screen will want auto-exposure as they move around talking. Everyone is all jacked about auto-focus, but no one talks about auto-iris or ISO.
The Sony Alpha a7S III can accept 2 channels of audio, digital though the shoe + a stereo channel (mini 3.5mm) so 4 channels total, utilizing the Sony XLR-K3M: bhpho.to/2F8jj8p
Natively, the camera will offer a range of ISO 80-102400. This can be extended to ISO 40-409600.
FAQ: Sony a7S III: bhpho.to/3jMNO2Q >Mark
Waiting for the Sony a7iv 🤩🤩🤩😍
Love at first sight!
Does B&H give classes to help customers find the right camera because honestly I don't know what 75% of what was being talked about since I'm pretty new to higher end cameras.
We do offer instructional courses related to photography through the Event Space at our NYC Superstore:
bhpho.to/3dddJ3O
Additionally, those that are within the NYC area can take advantage of our Tech Corner at our NYC Superstore for after purchase support:
bhpho.to/37hP1vl
How well does Sony a7S III perform autofocus in low light?
Low -light AF is excellent if the best settings are chosen. The best results start with using a wide-aperture prime lens (f/1.8 or lower) as opposed to an f/4 zoom lens. When capturing images in continuous autofocus (AF-C) mode, the camera will focus at the selected aperture. In the AF-S mode, most SONY lenses (with a few exceptions: Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS Lens, Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens) will open up momentarily to help the AF system "lock-on" to the subject. Shoot wide-open in AF-C. If stopping down to a smaller aperture like f5.6 or f/8, choose AF-S. Turning off Live View Display can also minimize any AF lag, so turn the effect off from the MENU. Remember to turn it back on when done with your low light shooting >Mark
Sony ought to put this low light system in a pro-sumer video "filming" camera body so we don't have to deal with overheating (only an hour with 4k??) and they can add SDI BNC outputs as well for recorders that can capture 16 bit RAW with timecode externally. Plus, the fact there would be ready accessible buttons. Like a Sony PXW-FS6 with low light capabilities with no rolling shutter artifacts, perhaps?
That menu system though.....
just watched your Pana S5 review, and now this. So I'd like to see a side by side, same shot comparison. Thanks
Give me a second to pick my jaw up off my keyboard and wipe up all the drool. It's been such a long awaited debut, but obviously totally worth the wait. Thanks B&H for a great review. And Bravo Sony, since my switch from Nikon in the mid 2010's I have not been disappointed or let down by Sony. This one will be no exception.
Thanks for the preview 😅 hope Sony didn't give you to much trouble for that
Great reviews thanks 🎉
Saw you yesterday, welcome back
thx. love all the improvements. On think anyone else find the blacks really crushed?
Has the battery life been improved? 🤔
There is a 60% improvement in the battery life, at about 600 still images and 90 mins of video.
Sony whacked it out the ball court with this camera Nice.
If we ever get back to pr pandemic levels for weddings..Id buy one...but dont expect that any time soon..the price will drop by $400 by December..
Please do comparison between the sony 7Asii and the new A7SIII
Lots of game changing features for sure, but I don't think tracking and touch focus are one of them. I have this on my Sony NEX 5n!
Why not show the IBIS video sample without tripod?
Looking forward to getting this =D Here's my concern though. I get it, and the sigma 24-70mm f2.8 lens, take it camping to make a youtube video for my channel, and it craps the bed at low light/no light filming. As in I cant get autofocus to find my face, or focus on the ground around me, or trees without a filming light, and when I do get it to autofocus the sound of it focusing bleeds through into the recorded audio.
Please e-mail us your concerns: askbh@bandh.com >Mark
This camera is game changing!! My gosh it’s so good... but so expensive :
What SD card will be needed for the best 4k 60fps mode?
You will need a V90 Rated SDXC card for the best 4K 60 modes.
bhpho.to/33fUEsX
Thanks!
-Joey P
@@BandH hey Joey thanks for the response! Just to clarify whilst ive got you...
4k 120 - HAS to be recorded to a cfexpress type A, a v90 sd card wont do it? Correct?
Thanks my man x
lovely! so glad they improved the menu system, my biggest gripe w the otherwise solid a73. full size hdmi port is great, and no overheating issues, very nice.
how is the battery life?
and a flipscreen, nice
and 10bit color yohhh
cool
How bad is the backlog for pre orders? Just wanna know how long it’ll take to get it. Preordered 9/22
Please send an email to cs@bhphoto.com with your order number for a more specific ETA.
which which lens you're used In this video?
Tell me about photography please not video.
How well is the low light performance at 60 frames per second?
Low-light performance would depend on the lens you are using (and your chosen aperture) as well as the ISO you are using based on the ambient light levels. That being said, the Sony Alpha a7S III has pretty much the best and cleanest image quality out of all the cameras in Sony's current lineup when shooting in low-lighting, and would highly be recommended if you need 60 frames per second in low-lighting.
not so many view of the video cause the whole internet watched this video before it was even published. thanks for that!
A9-II is so jealous of the A7S-III's card slots
Same cheap lcd?
why just 12 MP sensor? sounds like a step backwards.
Does he work for Sony or B&H?
Will the A7iii get the new menu system??
BH photo has a time machine...
This guy is a Legend :D
Sensor protection for dust????
filter in front of the image sensor oscillates at an ultrasonic frequency of 70,000 cycles per second to remove dust from the sensor surface.
Thanks! - Joey P
is there option to click photo while recording video
We are not aware of such a feature at this time.
Thanks! - Joey P
Why do you not show the S-Log 3 mode?
Great video - thanks!
feels like a deja vu
Welp. Pre-ordered it but will be keeping my a7iii as a secondary camera and for stills.
Near Media what are you using as your primary camera?
Hi, thanks so much for this very positive and helpful review. So, a BIG question for me is simply the stability when walking, panning, turning, etc. when shooting video. I would love a comment from the reviewer how this camera compares to the Olympus or especially the Panasonic cameras that have remarkable image stability in video. I have the Sony A6---cameras, now the A6600. Stability is unfortunately so poor that IBIS is really only good enough for still photos. Any sort of video while moving needs a gimbal. Again, please share how stable the camera is when shooting videos. Thanks so much!!!
We're glad that you enjoyed the review! Based on the testing we have done, the stabilization in the A7S III is excellent. We recently made a comparison between it and several other cameras, but unfortunately Olympus was not one of the brands that made on the list. bhpho.to/333Pyj2
Hey family, quick question :) Do you think that on a professional level this camera can be used for photography? (Outside of printing ofcourse) I shoot mainly swimwear, portraiture and events. A member of my team has an a7riii so for food/product photography which i do from time to time, i could just borrow his. Please let me know what you guys think because i really didn't want to have two camera bodies. I shoot an equal amount of photo and video and i currently have an a7riii as well.THANKS!
Yes, the A7S III can certainly be used for stills if you are not printing the images very large in the end and are shooting an equal amount of video.
10:05 why would I need IBIS for a shot with 1/1250 shutterspeed?
(I get the general point but what a bad example)
I currently have a Sony a6300 and I’m looking for the best Sony camera with a nice combo of quality photo/video. Would you recommend this camera? I’m more on the photography side... Thanks
This is aimed to video shooters. I'd recommend A7 III .
Nicolás Bañales ok thank you.
How I can use Timecode to sync three Sony A7S III cameras? I also will be using Zoom H6?
You could use a device like Tentacle Sync. You can connect one to each camera and the Zoom H6, then sync them together on the Tentacle Sync app. They are super easy to use. Here's more info on the Tentacle Sync: bhpho.to/3DC7SkA
This is something I’ve been longing for so much better than that canon firebomb
is output from A7S 10bit far different from A7iii 4K quality or is it
possible to match both cameras in one project? of course s3 give better results in
low-light, HDR situations and in colorgrading postproduction
It is not going to be an exact match to the older A7S. However as they are both Sony cameras they should be easy to match up in Post Production.
Thanks!
-Joey P
Does anyone know what adapter he's using with those Canon lenses. ?
Tune in at 11am ET for a live panel discussion featuring Sony Artisan Chris Burkard and Johnny Behiri from Cinema 5D - bhpho.to/3g6dyWv
Sorry but 12 megapixels still? the small screen still?? why????
autofocus working in 120 and 60P ? 4k
Yes autofocus is available in 4K 60p and 120p.
Have you got the 100mm F1.4 gm lens already or it’s simply a typo at 10:30, or you guys use Otus 100 F1.4 on alpha 7siii😂
Correction: f/5.6
Hey, while video shooting, do we need an external monitor on a7siii or its articulating screen itself can fulfill the purpose? Thanks
An external monitor is a nice option, but the integrated 3.0" 1.44m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen works well for most shooting applications. >Mark
@@BandH ...Thanks
Do you have a link to HLG samples on UA-cam?
What feature of the Sony a7S III are you most excited for?
The feature where it leaks itself before the official announcement.
I love green tint in Sony skin tones. I absolutely adore the fact that they decided to keep the green tint. Vibrant Canon colors? Beach* please. The skintones on the model from the official video were like she was half dead, just like me IRL. No redness in her skin and my all time favorite green tint. Awwww Such color system. Much amazing
IBIS
Sensitivity, color and a great codec. Btw what was the talking head part of the video shot on?
it shows time and date!
FE 100mm 1.4 confirmed. 10:50
is this better than blackmagic?
Whether the A7S III is better for you than a camera from BlackMagic Design would depend on which model you're comparing it to and what you're going to be shooting. We invite you to contact us via Live Chat today until 8PM ET so we can discuss your options in further detail.
How does this compare with the Canon R6?
At this time, there is only a comparison chart between the EOS R5 and the A7S III. The EOS R6 has many of the same features of the R5 with the exception of the 8K video and 45 MP RAW images. bhpho.to/333Pyj2
Can it record clear sky without banding? See 2'15 or 4'59. No? Sorry, Sony...
And the award goes to SONY! 😂 INCREDIBLE CAMERA!
I want Canon EOS R6 👍
Whats the price?
You can find all the info on pricing at bhpho.to/30u66OD
Just a question how good is this in astro photo? How does the iso compare?
Being that A7S III excels in low light situations, it has the potential to work well for astrophotography. However, there have been no specific tests performed for this application to our knowledge.
Still like my BMPCC 6k much more for filmmaking, and it's nearly half the price. Shooting on a DSLR sucks, and will always suck.
We made a review about this camera on our channel. We uploaded it 30 mins before the official announcement, but we did it on purpose not "accidentally" like B&H 😂
Wait... You didn't mention the price
The current price can be found here: bhpho.to/30u66OD
How is the rolling shutter?
The rolling shutter effect is greatly minimized with this camera!
Thanks! -Joey P
Any info on overheating?
Based on the preliminary tests we have performed, there were no overheating issues to report.
I noticed that he glossed over IBIS rather quickly. I was really hoping that IBIS in video mode was greatly improved. It's the only complaint I have with my A7III.
Saw a few other reviews stating that the IBIS has improved but not significantly. That being said, combined with the electronic stabilisation, it seems to be much better.
Take my money Sony
Sorry, not enough funds. Takes your house instead*
I’ve got the funds 😉
Drew Kocak I don’t :(
Sony FTW. Watching on my Sony Xperia 1 MARK II
can it do continuous eye AF in 4k video ?
Yes continuous Eye AF is available in 4K video.
After few years sony listen there customers so they add rotating and touch display...
Why Slog2? Outdated
10:04 shoots in landscape but shows a portrait photo ;)
Can it record to a USB-C SSD drive?
Unfortunately, the USB-C port is limited to powering the camera using a USB-C power source or tethering for stills. Only an external recorder with an SSD installed can be used in the HDMI port.
@@BandH thanks!
Music video cinematography? Well i guess heeheeheehahaha
Already saw the video, just here to read the leak comments.
Price?
You can find all the info on this camera, including pricing, at bhpho.to/30u66OD
@@BandH thank you!
我下午已经看过了～～～你还好么？老哥，被sony罚款了吗？