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Sony RX1R III Digital Camera
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The Sony RX1R III pairs a 61MP full-frame Exmor R sensor with a ZEISS 35mm f2 Sonnar T* lens in a compact fixed-lens design. It delivers 10-bit 4K30p video, real-time AI-driven autofocus with pose estimation, and Step Crop Shooting for instant focal length shifts. With BIONZ XR processing, USB-C Power Delivery, and intuitive controls, it offers outstanding image quality in a lightweight, travel-ready body.
Key Features:
- Full-frame compact camera with ZEISS 35mm f2 Sonnar T* lens
- 61MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor with 15 stops of dynamic range
- BIONZ XR engine with AI processing for autofocus and image clarity
- 693-point phase detection with Real-Time Tracking and Eye AF
- 10-bit 4K30p, 6.2K oversampled, and FHD 120p video recording
- Step Crop Modes for simulated 35mm, 50mm and 70mm field of view
- 2.36m-dot OLED EVF with 0.7x magnification and 100% coverage
- Fixed 3.0" 2.36m-dot touchscreen for AF tracking and intuitive control
- Macro switch enables focusing as close as 14cm from the front of the lens
- USB-C, micro-HDMI, 3.5mm mic input, and UHS-II SD card slot
- S-Cinetone, S-Log3, Creative Looks and custom LUT support
- Refined design with improved grip, matte finish, and flat top plate
- Dust- and moisture-sealed magnesium alloy body
- Compact dimensions: 111.8 x 66 x 73.7mm; weighs just 498g with battery
FAQs
Can the Sony RX1R III be used for professional video or extended shooting?
Yes. The RX1R III records 10-bit 4:2:2 video internally at up to 4K30p using XAVC S-I at bitrates up to 300Mbps for 4K and 600Mbps for Full HD. It supports S-Log3, S-Cinetone, proxy recording, and LUT previewing. With USB-C Power Delivery, it can run continuously when connected to a compatible power bank or supply. UVC/UAC support also enables use as a USB streaming camera.
What’s special about the ZEISS 35mm f2 lens on the RX1R III?
The ZEISS Sonnar T* 35mm f2 is a factory-calibrated, fixed full-frame lens with a nine-blade aperture and precise micron-level alignment for maximum sharpness. It features a macro ring for focusing as close as 14cm, a 0.26x magnification ratio, and a leaf shutter that syncs with flash up to 1/2000s. Its design complements the sensor for optimal optical performance.
How does the Sony RX1R III autofocus system perform?
It uses 693 phase detection points across 78% of the frame and leverages AI-based Real-Time Recognition AF. Subjects like humans, animals, birds, insects, cars, and aircraft are detected with high accuracy. Human pose estimation helps maintain precise focus even with partial obstructions or side-facing profiles, and Touch Tracking enables fast, intuitive subject selection.
What makes the Step Crop Shooting feature useful on the Sony RX1R III?
Step Crop Shooting lets users switch between 35mm (60MP), 50mm (29MP), and 70mm (15MP) equivalent fields of view with a single button press. This provides rapid in-camera composition changes without changing lenses or reducing image quality significantly, thanks to the high resolution of the full-frame sensor.
How does the Sony RX1R III render colour and exposure?
AI-powered metering algorithms detect faces and skin tones to improve exposure accuracy, even in challenging light or side-facing portraits. With support from visible and IR sensors, the RX1R III also delivers lifelike white balance and colour across skies, foliage, and skin. Twelve Creative Look presets with eight adjustable parameters allow fine-tuned control in real time.
Product Specification
| Battery Model | NP-FW50 |
| Card Format | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Colour | Black |
| Connectivity | USB-C, micro-HDMI, 3.5mm mic input, Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Exposure Control | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV steps) |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| File Formats | HEIF, JPEG, RAW |
| Flash Metering | Pre-flash TTL |
| Flash Type | No built-in flash; Multi Interface Shoe for external flash |
| Video Recording Format | Yes |
| Included Accessories | Sony NP-FW50 Battery, Strap, Lens Cap |
| ISO Max | 32000 |
| ISO Min | 100 |
| Max Resolution | 9504 x 6336 (61MP effective) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 24 cm (Normal), 14-29 cm (Macro) |
| Screen Resolution [pixels] | 2,360,000 dots |
| Screen Size [inches] | 3 |
| Sensor Size | 35.7 x 23.8 mm |
| Sensor Type | Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Shutter Speed Max | 1/4000 sec |
| Shutter Speed Min | 30 sec (plus Bulb mode) |
| Size | 111.8 x 66 x 73.7 mm |
| Viewfinder Type | OLED EVF (2.36m-dot, 0.7x magnification) |
| Weight [g] | 498.00 |
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