The Sony a9 III is rumored to be announced on November 8th. While details are still scarce, early reports suggest the a9 III will retain the same price point as the a9 II at around $4,500.
The a9 III is expected to feature an all-new stacked CMOS sensor with a resolution bump over the 24.2MP sensor in the a9 II. Exact megapixel count is unknown, but 30-32MP is a possibility. This new sensor, combined with the latest Bionz X processor, will enable the fastest autofocus and continuous shooting speeds of any full-frame camera to date according to sources.
Sony revolutionized the sports and action photography market with the original a9 in 2017, which featured a 20fps burst rate and 693-point phase detect AF system. The a9 II built upon that with enhanced connectivity, design, and usability updates. Now in 2023, the a9 III looks to push the boundaries even further for professional photographers needing reliable speed and performance.
With Canon and Nikon debuting powerful new flagships like the EOS R3 and Z8 in the past year, the pressure is on Sony to deliver a worthy successor to the a9 throne. An announcement is imminent, so stay tuned for official details on the remarkable Sony a9 III.
via: SAR