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Events, photo walks, talks from the masters, in-depth workshops. Expand your horizons with one of our many events across Australia.

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Alpha 9 III Test Drive - Christchurch
Sony New Zealand
Image: Sony Alpha 9 III (Sony A9M3)
  • 35mm
  • ƒ/4
  • 1/500s
  • ISO 250
Sony Alpha 9 III (Sony A9M3)
SEL35F14GM Full Frame E-Mount 35mm F1.4 G-Master Lens
Experience the new Alpha 9 III with full-frame global shutter

About the event

On Tuesday, March 26th, Sony NZ Digital Imaging Specialist Aaron Key will be hosting a test shoot with a rhythmic gymnast and a ballet dancer at Nine Twenty-One Studios in Christchurch. This is the perfect opportunity to try out some of the latest Sony digital imaging equipment - including the brand new Alpha 9 III full-frame camera with global shutter system!

There will be five 30-minute test sessions during the evening:

  • 6:30pm - 7:00pm
  • 7:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 7:30pm - 8:00pm
  • 8:00pm - 8:30pm
  • 8:30pm - 9:00pm

Please pick a time slot that best suits you.

If you already own a Sony Alpha E-mount camera you can bring it with you for a firmware upgrade (if applicable).

Techniques covered

  • Sony camera and lens options
  • Sony camera operability and functionality 
  • Shooting with flash and continuous light sources
  • Shooting tethered

What to bring

  • SD card or CFexpress Type A card, ideally with read/write speed of at least 90 mb/s 

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

Yes, we'll have plenty of cameras and lenses available.
Yes. Please email Sony NZ Digital Imaging Product Specialist Aaron Key - aaron.key@sony.com
Suitable for all levels Action / sport Portraiture Flash
Tue 26 Mar 2024, 6:30PM - 7:00PM
Suitable for all levels
NZ$0 per/person    
21 Michelle Rd, Christchurch Canterbury 8042
Unit 9
Tue 26 Mar 2024, 7:00PM - 7:30PM
Suitable for all levels
NZ$0 per/person    
21 Michelle Rd, Christchurch Canterbury 8042
Unit 9
Tue 26 Mar 2024, 7:30PM - 8:00PM
Suitable for all levels
NZ$0 per/person    
21 Michelle Rd, Christchurch Canterbury 8042
Unit 9
Tue 26 Mar 2024, 8:00PM - 8:30PM
Suitable for all levels
FREE    
21 Michelle Rd, Christchurch Canterbury 8042
Unit 9
Tue 26 Mar 2024, 8:30PM - 9:00PM
Suitable for all levels
FREE    
21 Michelle Rd, Christchurch Canterbury 8042
Unit 9
2025 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2025 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

Celebrating its tenth year, the Alpha Awards showcase the very best of photography captured on a Sony Alpha camera and lens, giving you the chance to share in over $60,000 (AUD) worth of Sony digital imaging gear. 

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Sony New Zealand

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Great opportunity to try out a wide range of Sony cameras and lenses”

Juby Joseph, Sony Alpha Touch & Try

Amazing experience! Loved the opportunity to try out multiple cameras and lenses with different sets and models. Excellent event!!!”

Antje Rahman, Alpha Community Event