Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Revealed October 2017
- Superseded the Sony A7R II
- Later Model is Sony A7R IV
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Launched September 2016
- Replaced the Sony A99
Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the A7R III (42MP) and the A99 II (42MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A7R III was revealed 14 months later than the A99 II making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A7R III grades vs the A99 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R III and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are available at Sony A7R III Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Sony A99 II
A7R III | A99 II | |||
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Launched | October 2017 | September 2016 | More recent by 14 months | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1229k | Crisper display (+211k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Sony A7R III
A99 II | A7R III | |||
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Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A7R III and Sony A99 II
A7R III | A99 II | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R III offers exterior measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sony A99 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A7R III and the A99 II.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A7R III and A99 II is 63 and 57 respectively.
Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R III and A99 II.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent A7R III should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A7R III vs Sony A99 II Specifications
Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7R III | Sony Alpha A99 II |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2017-10-25 | 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 dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 42 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 7952 x 5304 |
Highest native ISO | 32000 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 399 |
Cross focus points | - | 79 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,440 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 657 gr (1.45 pounds) | 849 gr (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 Overall score | 100 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.0 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 3523 | 2317 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photographs | 490 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch cost | $2,800 | $3,198 |