Sony
Alpha 7 III
Classic 24MP hybrid that defined the modern full-frame value proposition.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Feb 2018
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 7.8 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 7 III
Wins
Alpha 7 V
7 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher EVF resolution (3,686,400 vs 2,359,296)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 5 stops)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Alpha 7 III
127 × 96 × 74 mm
650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Alpha 7 III is 3mm narrower, 1mm shorter, and 9mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
Alpha 7 III is 45 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm Alpha 7 III · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 7 III
127 × 96 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 7 III
127 × 74 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 7 III
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 7 III
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 III
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 95.6, 73.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
710 shots vs 630 shots — higher is better
Weight
650 g vs 695 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.265
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Alpha 7 V supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 7 III
Pros
- ✓Proven reliability
- ✓Great battery life
- ✓Strong value used
- ✓Dual card slots
Cons
- –Older AF vs newer bodies
- –4K 30p only
- –No 10-bit internal
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Alpha 7 III or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Alpha 7 III — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 7 III and Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 III is 24.2 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 7 III and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 7 III has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 7 III or the Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 III reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 7 III and Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 III weighs 650 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the Alpha 7 III is 45 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 7 III and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
Alpha 7 III: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 7 III and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
Alpha 7 III: Yes. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 710 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 7 III and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 III the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 7 III launched at $1,999 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Alpha 7 III is $900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.