Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3
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73 Features
92 Overall
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62 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
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Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Old Model is Sony A7 II
- New Model is Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Released February 2021

Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Sony A7 III versus Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the A7 III (24MP) and FX3 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

The A7 III was introduced 4 years before the FX3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony FX3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the A7 III grades vs the FX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7 III & Sony FX3. The whole galleries are available at Sony A7 III Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Sony FX3
A7 III | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Sony A7 III
FX3 | A7 III | |||
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Released | February 2021 | ![]() | February 2018 | More modern by 36 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper screen (+518k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7 III and Sony FX3
A7 III | FX3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equal screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A7 III offers exterior dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Look at the Sony A7 III versus Sony FX3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A7 III compared to the FX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7 III and FX3 is 63 and 62 respectively.

Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7 III and FX3.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony A7 III to show greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged A7 III will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony A7 III vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony FX3 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-02-27 | 2021-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 121 | 187 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650g (1.43 lbs) | 716g (1.58 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 3730 | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 610 images | 600 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Pricing at release | $1,998 | $3,900 |