Product announcement Alpha 7 V | Sony | α
By Sony | Camera Channel
Summary
## Key takeaways - **33MP Partially Stacked Sensor**: Full-frame partially stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor with 33.0 MP effective resolution. Packs all available light into high-speed processing. [03:32], [05:11] - **16-Stop Dynamic Range**: Wide 16-stop dynamic range in still images with mechanical shutter. Sony tests confirm this capability. [06:00] - **Blackout-Free 30fps RAW**: Blackout-free 30 fps continuous shooting even with 14-bit full resolution RAW using electronic shutter in [Hi+] mode. Up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second during burst. [07:06], [07:26] - **AI Human Pose Estimation**: Human pose estimation technology for accurate subject recognition across a wide variety including animal, train, bird with AI-based Real-time Tracking. High-density 759-points focal plane phase-detection AF. [06:15], [07:03] - **7K Oversampled 4K 60p**: 7K oversampled 4K 60p recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning when [4K angle of view Priority] is ON. High frame rate 4K up to 120p in APS-C mode. [08:41], [08:47] - **20% Recyclable Plastic**: More than 20% of the α7 V is made from recyclable plastic per Sony survey. Recyclable non-plastic packaging materials used. [11:13], [11:21]
Topics Covered
- Creativity democratized by technology
- AI processing unlocks lifelike imagery
- Pre-Capture guarantees decisive moments
- 7K oversampled 4K redefines video
- 20% recyclable plastic leads responsibility
Full Transcript
Sony’s Purpose To fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology By listening deeply to creators around the world, we have refined our products and services Not just for professionals, but for a future where everyone can discover their own way to express themselves Pushing the boundaries of creativity, Empowering us to share more, in our own unique way
Inspired by this spirit of exploration, Sony continues to elevate your experience Creators everywhere are pursuing new possibilities, giving rise to work that is more diverse and unique than ever before Our world-leading image sensors and image processing engines are the driving force of innovation to open up new eras and widen the horizons of creative expression
Together with our extensive lineup of lenses, honed through decades of optical expertise, they form the backbone of the Alpha series evolution and creative power By combining these core technologies with cutting-edge, AI-based subject recognition technology, the Alpha series achieves exceptional performance and fresh dimensions of creativity that empower all forms of expression
Alpha continues to evolve as a trusted partner for your creativity And today, Let us introduce a new Alpha.
One that brings the joy of creation closer to everyone more accessible, more expressive, and more inspiring Redefine basic Redefine basic The instant of discovery, the beauty you felt, and the emotion born there Not just one lucky picture, but photographs to which everyone can aspire Designed for necessity
The newly developed “Exmor RS CMOS Sensor” packs all available light into high-speed processing The new completely revamped “BIONZ XR2 Image-processing Engine” incorporates an AI processing unit.
Where do we meet you?
In that moment you discover, and in your boundless wish to express it Coincidence… now made a sure thing Enhance your creativity with this new system's new dimensions of speed, subject recognition, and image processing Now, for everyone, every shot matched to every purpose α7ⅴ
Redefine basic Updated architecture with the latest technology Full-frame partially stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor with 33.0 MP* *Approx., effective
BIONZ XR2™ with integrated AI processing unit Lifelike imagery AI-based recognition Seamless shots Powerful moviemaking Everyday reliability 33.0 MP* high-resolution *Approx., effective FE 50mm F1.2 GM 1/800s, F4, ISO 100 Deep learning-based light source estimation for accurate auto white balance Shot on α7 IV α7ⅴ Deep learning-based light source estimation for accurate auto white balance
Wide 16-stop dynamic range* *Sony tests. Still images. Mechanical shutter. FE 16-25mm F2.8 G 1/200 s, F8, ISO 100 Reduced noise at higher ISO sensitivities Reduced noise at higher ISO sensitivities ISO 6400 1/500 s, F1.4 5-axis, up to 7.5-step central and 6.5-step peripheral stabilisation* *CIPA 2024 standards. Pitch/Yaw/Roll compensation.FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens. Long exposure NR off.
1/5 s F8.0, ISO 100 Lifelike imagery AI-based recognition Seamless shots Powerful moviemaking Everyday reliability Human pose estimation technology for accurate subject recognition A wide variety of subjects are accurately recognised* *Other subject types may be erroneously recognised in some cases.
Animal Train Bird AI-based Real-time Tracking
High-density 759-points* focal plane phase-detection AF *For still images. The number of points varies according to the shooting mode.
Precise AF even in low light down to EV-4.0* *ISO 100 equivalent, AF-S mode, when using an F2.0 lens. Sony tests.
Selectable focus area spot sizes from XS to XL Lifelike imagery AI-based recognition Seamless shots Powerful moviemaking Everyday reliability Blackout-free 30 fps* continuous shooting even with 14-bit full resolution RAW Camera with blackout α7ⅴ Image simulated.*When using the electronic shutter. [Hi+] continuous shooting mode. Maximum continuous frame rate may be lower in some shooting conditions. A software update may be required for some lenses.
Blackout-free 30 fps* continuous shooting even with 14-bit full resolution RAW Image simulated.*When using the electronic shutter. [Hi+] continuous shooting mode. Maximum continuous frame rate may be lower in some shooting conditions. A software update may be required for some lenses.
Up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second* during 30 fps** burst ensure higher accuracy *May be less depending on shooting conditions and the lens used. **When using the electronic shutter. [Hi+] continuous shooting mode. Maximum continuous frame rate may be lower in some shooting conditions. A software update may be required for some lenses.
Pre-Capture, for the moments before shutter release* *Maximum Pre-Capture time may be reduced in some situations.
Adjustable Pre-Capture from 0.03 to 1 second* *Maximum Pre-Capture time may be reduced in some situations.
Adjustable Pre-Capture from 0.03 to 1 second* *Maximum Pre-Capture time may be reduced in some situations. Shutter release
Adjustable Pre-Capture from 0.03 to 1 second* *Maximum Pre-Capture time may be reduced in some situations. Shutter release Shutter button is pressed halfway down Adjustable Pre-Capture from 0.03 to 1 second* *Maximum Pre-Capture time may be reduced in some situations.
One-button Continuous Shooting* *Prior assignment to a custom button is required.
Speed boost for critical action shots *Prior assignment to a custom button is required.
Features for creativity All 12 Creative Look presets, including "FL2" and "FL3" ST Standard All 12 Creative Look presets, including "FL2" and "FL3" FL Film All 12 Creative Look presets, including "FL2" and "FL3" FL2 Film 2 All 12 Creative Look presets, including "FL2" and "FL3" FL3 Film 3 Extended RAW Processing* for enhanced detail and reduced noise in editing *The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop application is required for Extended RAW Processing.
Extended RAW Processing* for enhanced detail and reduced noise in editing *The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop application is required for Extended RAW Processing. Original RAW Extended Hi-Res Multi-frame RAW shooting for HDR image creation *The latest version of the Imaging Edge Descktop application is required for Extended RAW Processing.
Images with high dynamic range can be created in editing FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II 1/500 s Multi-frame RAW shooting for noise-reduced image creation* *The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop application is required. Minimum shutter speed for NR Shooting is 1/30.
Images with minimum noise can be created in editing *The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop application is required. Minimum shutter speed for NR Shooting is 1/30.
Images with minimum noise can be created in editing *The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop application is required. Minimum shutter speed for NR Shooting is 1/30. Single original image Composite image More efficient, lightweight RAW format Lifelike imagery AI-based recognition Seamless shots Powerful moviemaking Everyday reliability
7K oversampled 4K 60p recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning* *When [4K angle of view Priority] is ON. Angle of view is reduced when [4K angle of view Priority] is OFF while recording full-frame 4K 60p. 7008 pixels 3942 pixels
7K oversampled 4K 60p recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning* *When [4K angle of view Priority] is ON. Angle of view is reduced when [4K angle of view Priority] is OFF while recording full-frame 4K 60p. 7008 pixels 3942 pixels Oversampled 3840 pixels 2160 pixels
High frame rate 4K recording at up to 120p* *QFHD (3840 x 2160). 4K 120p recording is only available in the APS-C/Super 35mm mode with [4K Angle of View Priority] ON. Reduced angle of view with [4K Angle of View Priority] OFF.
In-camera audio noise reduction OFF ON Active Mode stabilisation* supports handheld shooting at 4K 120p** *Angle of view is reduced in Active Mode. **[APS-C S35 Shooting] is fixed [ON] when shooting 4K 120p video or using the S&Q feature at 240 fps.
Extreme stabilisation with Dynamic active Mode* OFF With Dynamic active Mode *Angle of view is reduced more than in Active Mode. Clear Image Zoom is not available when using Dynamic active Mode. Maximum ISO sensitivity is ISO 25600.
Auto Framing* automatically adjusts composition LCD monitor Recorded footage *Only available for movies. Framing is cropped from 4K images, resulting in reduced angle of view.
S-Log3 for powerful post-production possibilities Before grading Graded Import up to 16 user LUTs for monitoring preview Shot Marks facilitate still image extraction
Lifelike imagery AI-based recognition Seamless shots Powerful moviemaking Everyday reliability 3.2-type 2.1 million dot*, 4-axis multi-angle LCD monitor *Approx.
Info display adapts to horizontal and vertical orientation 3.68 million-dot* OLED viewfinder *Approx.
Two USB Type-C® for power and expansion* *PORT 1: SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2), PORT 2: Hi-Speed USB 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) for USB communication.
Dual media slots* *Slot1 supports CFexpress Type A and SDXC/SDHC UHS-II/UHS-I memory cards, Slot2 only supports SDXC/SDHC UHS-II/UHS-I memory cards.
Dust and moisture resistant design* *Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof.
Durable magnesium alloy chassis Effective heat dissipation for up to 90 minutes of recording* *Sony internal tests. 4K 60p 4:2:0 8bit with the camera at 25° at record start,monitor panel open, and full battery.Time may vary depending on environmental and shooting conditions.
Advanced Wi-Fi for wireless transfers and remote tethering Supports 802.11ax 2x2 MIMO and 2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz bands* *5 GHz/6 GHz communication may be restricted in some countries and regions.
Easy 4K Live Streaming via USB Sony’s Creators’ Cloud support from shooting to production Creators’ App • Smartphone application for file transfer • Remote shooting • Cloud storage management, and more Imaging Edge Desktop • Remote (tether) Shooting • RAW Development • Composite RAW/Extended RAW support Monitor & Control • High-precision wired and wireless video monitoring • Remote control on a larger screen • Multi-camera monitoring Camera Authenticity Solution* *Paid service. Service is not available in some countries and regions.
Our social responsibility More than 20% of the α7 V is made from recyclable plastic* *Sony survey. Recyclable plastic used in the product. Multiplying total recycled, biomass plastic weight and recycled ratio of the plastic.
Recyclable non-plastic packaging materials* *Not including materials used in coatings and adhesives.
Greater accessibility for all users *Availability varies depending on region and language.
Redefine basic Sony, ALPHA, Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor and BIONZ XR2™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Group Corporation or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Product design, features, and specification are subject to change without notice. Product availability varies depending on market. Lenses and accessories are optional. Screen displays and effects used to illustrate some functions are simulated.
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