Sony α7 III: Specifications and What to Check Used
Sony α7 III (Alpha 7 III) · α7 series 3rd generation (successor to ILCE-7M2)
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What the manufacturer lists for the Sony α7 III, what to check in a used listing, and eBay searches split into Refurbished, Used and Open Box.
Specification summary
| Item | Manufacturer figure (new unit) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 35 mm full frame (35.6 × 23.8 mm) CMOS; effective approx. 24.2 MP (total approx. 25.3 MP) | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Mount | Sony E-mount | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Stabilization | In-camera sensor-shift image stabilization | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Shutter type / speed | Electronically-controlled vertical-traverse focal-plane; stills 1/8000–30 s, BULB; flash sync 1/250 s (Sony flash) | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Shutter rated durability (manufacturer) | 約20万回 (approx. 200,000) release durability — footnote ※23: Sony internal test conditions, with electronic front-curtain shutter | Sony Japan press release 2018-02-27 (Japanese) |
| Continuous shooting | Max approx. 10 fps (Hi+) / 8 / 6 / 3 fps | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Card slots | Slot 1: SD (UHS-I/UHS-II); Slot 2: Memory Stick PRO Duo / SD (UHS-I) | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Ports | USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1), Multi/Micro USB (USB 2.0), HDMI type D micro, 3.5 mm mic, 3.5 mm headphones | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Battery | NP-FZ100 (7.2 V) | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Battery life (CIPA) | Approx. 710 shots (monitor) / approx. 610 shots (viewfinder) | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Battery life and number of recordable images |
| Weight | Approx. 650 g incl. battery and SD card (CIPA) | Sony Help Guide ILCE-7M3 Specifications |
| Release | n/c | — |
“n/c” means we did not find an official figure. These are the manufacturer’s published figures for new units, not measurements of any used item.
Checks specific to this model
Both card slots: ask whether each slot was tested with a card.
Sony lists release durability of approx. 200,000 under its own test conditions; that is a design figure, not a count for the unit you buy.
Check that a battery and charger are included — the NP-FZ100 is a separate purchase otherwise.
General points are in the Is a Used Sony α7 III Still Worth Buying? guide. Seller descriptions are the seller’s own statements; we have not verified them.
Price snapshot
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Current listings
- eBay Refurbished (Certified, Excellent, Very Good) on eBay Refurbished under eBay’s Refurbished program for approved sellers. Check eBay’s current terms and the listing for warranty and returns.As an eBay Partner, we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
- Used on eBay Pre-owned; the seller describes the condition. Returns and warranty are whatever the listing states.
- Open Box (listed by eBay as “New other”) on eBay Unused or opened-box item. It is not an eBay Refurbished item.
Search results can include items for parts, empty boxes and accessories.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the manufacturer list for the Sony α7 III?
Sensor: 35 mm full frame (35.6 × 23.8 mm) CMOS; effective approx. 24.2 MP (total approx. 25.3 MP); Mount: Sony E-mount; Stabilization: In-camera sensor-shift image stabilization. Figures are for new units, from the sources linked on this page.
What should I check before buying a used Sony α7 III?
Both card slots: ask whether each slot was tested with a card. Sony lists release durability of approx. 200,000 under its own test conditions; that is a design figure, not a count for the unit you buy. Check that a battery and charger are included — the NP-FZ100 is a separate purchase otherwise.
Which eBay condition should I search for the Sony α7 III?
eBay Refurbished (Certified, Excellent, Very Good) is a program for approved sellers, so check eBay’s current terms and the listing for warranty and returns. Used and Open Box (listed by eBay as “New other”) are not part of that program; read the listing for what applies.
PreOwnedPick is not eBay and does not sell, inspect, repair or warrant items. Prices, availability and terms are set by sellers and eBay.