Sony a7R V vs Sony a7S III
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7R V and Sony a7S III. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a7R V were released 2022 and Sony a7S III was released 2020. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a7R V | 2022 |
Sony a7S III | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a7R V | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Sony a7S III | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Sony a7R V has a 60 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7S III has 12 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a7R V |
60 MP
60217344 pixels 9504 x 6336 |
Sony a7S III |
12 MP
12007680 pixels 4240 x 2832 |
Sony a7R V has a 401 % larger resolution than Sony a7S III. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony a7S III has a larger ISO-range than Sony a7R V. Sony a7S III has an ISO range that stretches from 80 to 102400 while Sony a7R V has 100 to 32000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7R V | 100-32000 |
Sony a7S III | 80-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7R V
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7S III
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a7R V can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Sony a7S III can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7R V | 10 |
Sony a7S III | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a7R V and Sony a7S III can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a7R V weighs 723 gr (equal to 1.59 lb) which is 3% heavier than Sony a7S III and its 699 gr (or 1.54 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7R V | 723 gr 1.59 lb |
Sony a7S III | 699 gr 1.54 lb |
Sony a7R V vs Sony a7S III Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7R V and Sony a7S III, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Name | Sony a7R V | Sony a7S III |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Release Year | 2022 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2022-10-26 | 2020-07-28 |
MSRP | 3899 USD | 3499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 9504 x 6336 pixels | 4240 x 2832 pixels |
Megapixels | 60 MP | 12 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ XR | Bionz XR |
Image |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 80 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 9 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 8 stops | 5.5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 693 | 759 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 1440000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.9x | 0.91x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 9440000 | 9440000 |
Photography features |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac 2x2 MIMO + Bluetooth 5.0) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (wireless or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7R V |
Sony a7S III |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 530 shots | 600 shots |
Width | 131 mm | 129 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Weight | 723 gram | 699 gram |