How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sony
Sony a7S III vs Sony a7R V
Short AnswerSony a7S III wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionSony a7R V
Continuous ShootingTie
Autofocus PointsSony a7S III
WeightSony a7S III
Launch PriceSony a7S III
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A12.1
B61
Electronic Burst (fps)
A10
B10
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A699
B723
AF Points
A759
B693
Form Factor
128.9 × 96.9 × 80.8 mm
131.3 × 96.9 × 82.4 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a7S III If…
- Higher autofocus points (759 vs 693 )
- Lighter body (699 g vs 723 g)
- Costs less at launch ($3499 vs $3900)
Choose Sony a7R V If…
- Higher resolution (61 MP vs 12.1 MP)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a7S III | Sony a7R V |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 12.1 MP | 61 MP |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 102400 | 32000 |
| Stabilization | — | 8 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 759 | 693 |
| Low-Light AF | -6 EV | -3 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 9.44M | 9.44M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Multi-axis tilt |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 120p | 8K 24p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Log Profile | S-Log3 | S-Log3 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 699 g | 723 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 3499 | 3900 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.