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Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
Top 8%2,248 points
Top 8%
Top 3%2,348 points
Top 3%
Top specs and features
Nikon D850 vs Sony Alpha a7 III: 86 facts in comparison
1. megapixels
1.9x more megapixels (main camera).
45.7MP
Panono Camera: 108MP
24MP
2. sensor size
The larger the sensor the more light the sensor captures yielding in better image quality.
35.9 x 23.9mm
Polaroid Snap: 81.2 x 25.4mm
35.8 x 23.8mm
3. focus points
The more focus points the more flexibility in picking which part of the scene to focus on. They also give the image sensor a better probability in identifying the right area of the scene to focus on in more automatic modes.
153
Canon EOS R: 5655
693
4. continuous shooting at high resolution
Fast continuous shooting is useful for catching action shots.
7fps
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II: 60fps
10fps
5. has a flip-out screen
Flip-out screens are useful for doing tricky shots.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
28% have it
6. maximum light sensitivity
With a higher light sensitivity (ISO level), the sensor absorbs more light. This can be used to capture moving objects using a fast shutter speed, or to take images in low light without using a flash.
102400 ISO
Nikon D7500 + Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR: 1640000 ISO
25600 ISO
7. longer battery life
CIPA is an independent, standard measurement that determines how many shots a camera can take before the battery dies.
1840shots
Nikon D3x: 4400shots
610shots
8. video recording (main camera)
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
2160 x 30fps
Fujifilm X-T3: 2160 x 60fps
2160 x 30fps
9. weight
265g lighter.
915g
HTC Re: 65.5g
650g
10. Has WiFi
The device can connect to WiFi.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
39% have it
11. fastest shutter speed
A faster maximum shutter speed allows taking pictures of fast moving subjects without blur.
1/8000s
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV: 1/32000s
1/8000s
12. has a stereo microphone
A stereo microphone allows to record audio files or movies in stereo without an external microphone.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
50% have it
13. Has phase detection autofocus for videos
A phase detection autofocus system is faster than a contrast detection autofocus system. Even when recording scenes with a lot of fast movements, the videos are sharp and clear.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
12% have it
14. Has phase detection autofocus for photos
A phase detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
32% have it
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15. has built-in optical image stabilization
Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
46% have it
16. has AF tracking
With AF tracking, once you choose the subject and press the shutter release part way down, as the subject moves, the autofocus will follow it. No more out of focus shots.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
72% have it
17. Is dustproof and water resistant
Dustproof/water resistant at depth equal to or greater than 1 meter.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
9% have it
18. Has timelapse function
A timelapse shows a long passage of time sped up. A series of photographs taken from the same position over a long period is joined together to create a short video. It is great way to capture things like the setting sun, or clouds moving across the sky.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
16% have it
19. higher resolution (screen)
A higher screen resolution provides a sharper image, making it easier to review your photos.
2359k dots
Fujifilm X-T1 + XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS: 1040000k dots
921.6k dots
20. has a built-in HDR mode
It can automatically shoot pictures with a higher dynamic range (HDR).
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
27% have it
21. has a microphone in
A microphone port allows connecting external high-end or specialized microphones.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
26% have it
22. has a 24p cinema mode
24p is a video format (24 frames per second) traditionally used in cinema. Nowadays, it is used to create film-like motion characteristics.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
27% have it
23. Weather sealed
Device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures due to any kind of weather.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
20% have it
24. has a two-stage shutter
A two-stage shutter is good for taking photos like a pro; apply pressure to the button in order for the lens to focus, and then press it fully to capture the photograph.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
54% have it
25. Has a built-in focus motor
The focus motor moves the lens in order to autofocus. For system cameras, having a focus motor in the camera's body allows you to use a wide range of lenses, including lenses which do not have their own focus motor. For compact cameras, a focus motor is usually built-in.
Nikon D850
Sony Alpha a7 III
18% have it
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