Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II
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Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Earlier Model is Sony A7 II
- Renewed by Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Launched September 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A99
Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the A7 III (24MP) and A99 II (42MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A7 III was launched 18 months later than the A99 II which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A7 III grades versus the A99 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7 III & Sony Alpha A99 II. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7 III Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Sony A99 II
A7 III | A99 II | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | September 2016 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Sony A7 III
A99 II | A7 III | |||
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Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 922k | Sharper screen (+307k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7 III and Sony A99 II
A7 III | A99 II | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A7 III provides outer dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Sony A99 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
Look at the Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A7 III compared to the A99 II.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7 III and A99 II is 63 and 57 respectively.
Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7 III and A99 II.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony A99 II to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A7 III provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sony A7 III vs Sony A99 II Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Alpha A99 II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2018-02-27 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7952 x 5304 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 693 | 399 |
Cross type focus points | - | 79 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 650 grams (1.43 pounds) | 849 grams (1.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 96 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.7 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 3730 | 2317 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 610 images | 490 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
Storage slots | Two | Two |
Price at launch | $1,998 | $3,198 |