Sony Alpha A7s 3

Sony’s A7S III is a hallmark release, and a surreal follow up to the predecessor. It’s a compelling camera that adds new capabilities unseen in the lineup. And it’s the ideal choice for those looking for a well-rounded run and gun solution.

All things considered, the Sony A7S III is the most capable hybrid 4K video camera available today. Armed with Sony's latest Bionz XR processor, lightning fast and reliable continuous AF, an unhindered array of 4K video modes up to 120fps, fully responsive 10fps stills, there is little that the A7S III cannot do well.

It’s taken Sony five years to upgrade the video-centric A7S II to a Mark III, but the wait has been worth it for keen enthusiast and professional moviemakers. It might not boast 6K or 8K video resolution of some of its rivals, and with only 12.1MP it’s not a powerhouse super-stills machine either. But apart from a big and expensive cinema camera, it’s the only camera that can shoot 4K at 60p full frame with no crop, recorded internally, in 10-bit 4:2:2 with no limitations on recording time and with all the advanced AF functions still working.

Sony hasn’t just improved one or two aspects of its A7S series; with the new A7S III, it’s made an across-the-board set of upgrades that result in a camera that's the best of its kind. It handles beautifully for video thanks to its articulating screen and touch display, while a full-sized HDMI port and excellent IBIS head the list of other treats. It’s significantly dearer than the A7S II was when it launched, but if you’re a videographer in need of big physical pixels and excellent low-light performance, this is as good as it gets.