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Sony A7 III EXIF Data Guide

A practical field-by-field EXIF checklist for Sony A7 III originals.

When checking Sony A7 III, start with core shooting metadata to quickly tell whether the file still looks original.
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Best EXIF fields to check on Sony A7 III

The most reliable input is an untouched original JPEG copied directly from the camera or card.

Field Why it matters
Make Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
Model Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
SerialNumber Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
DateTimeOriginal Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
ExposureTime Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
ShutterSpeedValue Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
ISO Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
LensModel Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.
Software Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow.

Best file type to inspect

The most reliable input is an untouched original JPEG copied directly from the camera or card.

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Even dedicated cameras can leave timestamps, gear details, and software traces in the file, so review them before publishing.

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