Camera Industry Updates: Canon R6 Mark III, Sony FX3A, Nikon Z7 Mark III, and More

Canon R6 Mark III: New Display and Sensor Details

First, regarding the Canon R6 Mark III. The core specifications of the R6 Mark III have been leaked, and according to the latest info, the camera is coming with a brand new screen — a new type of display that started with the A7R V, which provides maximum flexibility and might be slightly larger. So, that’s one update about the display, although it doesn’t matter too much since the current vari-angle displays are already sufficient.

The Canon R6 Mark III will feature a new, flexible vari-angle display and a brand-new 24MP sensor, distinct from the R3’s stacked CMOS sensor, with other core specifications unchanged.

More importantly, there’s talk about the sensor. Earlier, it was said the R6 Mark III would feature the 24MP stacked CMOS sensor from the R3. Some people might be confused — R3 and R6 Mark III — but the R3 is kind of a flagship camera from Canon with a 24MP stacked sensor. The rumor was that the same sensor would be used in the R6 Mark III. But now it’s being said that while it will still be a 24MP sensor, it will be a brand-new one — maybe not as fast as the R3’s sensor, possibly to protect the sales of the higher-end models. We don’t know the exact reason yet.

The rest of the core specifications remain the same as previously discussed. I’ll display those on the screen as well. That’s the update on the R6 Mark III.

Sony FX3A: What’s Behind the Announcement?

Now coming to Sony — they’ve been creating a lot of buzz lately, like we expected the announcement of the FX3 Mark II, but instead, they announced the FX3A. I’m a bit disappointed. What is this announcement even about?

Sony announced the FX3A, a minor refresh of the FX3 with a new display due to a screen shortage, disappointing expectations for the FX3 Mark II, with another announcement expected by May’s end.

The announcement is essentially that there was a shortage of display screens, and the supplier wasn’t available — maybe they were on leave or scaled down production. So Sony had to refresh the display of the FX3, and they’ve announced the FX3A because of that. But really, was there a need for a formal announcement? This isn’t a significant update, but SonyAlphaRumors.com hyped it up unnecessarily. They’ve been shouting for months — “It’s coming! It’s coming!” — and here we are, no real improvement.

Another announcement is expected at the end of May, according to SonyAlphaRumors.com.

Nikon Z30 Firmware Update and New Website Launch

Meanwhile, Nikon has released a firmware update for the Z30. I’ve launched a new website, thenewcamera.in, and I’ll post that update there. What’s the update? It’s not a major one, but for those who frequently transfer photos wirelessly to their smartphones, this firmware version 1.02 is for you.

Small updates keep coming, so I thought, why not start a site for it? That’s why I launched thenewcamera.in, where you’ll find regular updates and buying guides. Even this video’s transcript will be properly available there within an hour or two of publishing. So anyone who wants to read it in detail or in their preferred language can do so. You can also ask questions there.

Nikon Z7 Mark III: High-Resolution Sensor Rumors

Now moving on — there are rumors about the Nikon Z7 Mark III. Initially, a Chinese source claimed it would have a 67MP sensor, or maybe the 61MP Sony sensor we saw in the A7R IV and A7R V. That rumor was later denied by the same source’s media influencers. But just calling something right or wrong isn’t enough — you need logical reasoning.

When I analyzed the details, they mentioned the 61MP Sony sensor as a strong possibility. That could be very true, because Nikon has already created a line-up combining speed and resolution — like the Z9 and the more affordable Z8, which is almost as capable. So if Nikon used the same 45MP sensor again for the Z7 III, that wouldn’t make sense. It would affect sales and blur the identity of the Z7 series, which is meant to continue the legacy of the high-resolution D800 series.

Rumors suggest the Nikon Z7 Mark III may feature a 61MP Sony sensor or a 67MP TowerJazz sensor to maintain its high-resolution identity, with prototypes tested in 2022 and a potential release soon, as Z7 II sales lag behind the stronger Z6 series.

To preserve the identity of the Z7 line as a high-resolution series (not focused on speed — that’s what the Z8/Z9 are for), adopting the 61MP sensor from Sony’s A7R V series makes more sense. Or even better, Nikon might adopt the 67MP TowerJazz sensor, which was accidentally leaked by Sony China in 2022. That leak showed high-resolution 67MP sample images clearly.

There is no Sony sensor currently that officially supports 67MP, and the samples were posted publicly — this confirmed that TowerJazz (Tower Semiconductor) was involved. Nikon has had a strong relationship with TowerJazz, especially for APS-C sensors in the Z50, Z30, Zfc, etc. All those 20MP sensors in the D500/D7500 line came from TowerJazz.

So the rumor is that Nikon might be working with the 67MP TowerJazz sensor. This rumor started back in 2022 — even before the Z8 was announced. It led to speculation about what Nikon would do with such high-resolution sensors. Nikon representatives have even said on record that Z6 series sales are strong, especially among wedding photographers, while Z7 series sales are weaker. So the Z7 update is naturally being delayed, while Z6 updates come more frequently due to high demand.

Currently, after the Z50 II update, the Z5 is the oldest Nikon camera — but now the Z7 II has become the next in line for replacement. Hence, there’s a strong possibility Nikon might bring either a 61MP or 67MP sensor in the Z7 III, depending on their ongoing partnerships.

Remember, they were already testing 67MP prototypes in 2022. It’s possible they’ve fine-tuned a Z7 III body using that sensor and are getting ready for release.

More Nikon Updates: Z30 Price Cut and Z9 Mark II Rumors

Another update — the Z30 has seen a massive price cut in the U.S., suggesting Nikon is clearing old stock. This often means a new model is coming within 6–7 months. Nikon has also recently registered a new camera, possibly the Z9 Mark II, which could be announced around the Winter Olympics.

Z7 III might also launch by the end of the year. Nikon registered a new camera with the wireless certification agency in April, so it’s likely we’ll see a new launch around July or August. Typically, Nikon announces a new product within 3 to 4 months of such registration.

Stay Updated with The Camera Channel

So these are all the updates for now. More updates, information, and comparisons are coming soon. If you have any questions, feel free to ask — I’ll do my best to provide answers. Thank you very much for being a part of this!

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