A newly developed AI processing unit
This state-of-the-art processing technology, based on artificial intelligence and deep learning, recognizes subjects much more accurately using comprehensive data on human forms and postures, and fully exploits the camera’s resolution potential. AI subject recognition has been expanded to include new subject types such as vehicles and insects.
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Resolution redefined
The latest generation of the α7R series also meets the demand for high image resolution and delivers the highest resolution to date at low sensitivity within the series. The 35mm full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor with 61.0 million¹ pixels and the latest BIONZ XR™ image processor utilize their full capacity to deliver the best resolution and the finest subject details.
Advanced 5-axis optical image stabilization
The entire image stabilization system has been updated with a high-precision image stabilization unit, advanced gyro sensors, and optimized image stabilization algorithms. Camera shake is precisely detected and corrected by the image stabilization unit, enabling reliable stabilization in significantly more shooting situations. The body itself offers 8-step stabilization—a first for the α series.
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting for Changing Conditions
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting utilizes the precision control of the built-in image stabilization system to capture up to 16 shots with varying pixel counts, which can later be combined on a computer to achieve outstanding resolution in a single image. With the latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop™ software, even the smallest pixel shifts are automatically detected and corrected.
Selectable RAW image sizes and qualities
Lossless RAW image compression enables high-quality continuous shooting with a choice of three losslessly compressed image sizes. The M and S sizes have the same number of pixels in both full-frame and APS-C modes (26 M/15 M), allowing you to seamlessly switch between full-frame and APS-C fields of view within the same scene while maintaining the same image resolution.
Precise, versatile external flash control
When a compatible Sony external flash unit⁵ is used with the camera’s automatic white balance, the white balance ensures natural skin tones on faces by balancing the flash and ambient light. The flash control also works in conjunction with face detection to optimally adjust the flash to the subject.
Real-time AF with Human Detection
With its innovative AI processing unit, the α7R V can useReal-time AF with Human Detection to accurately track the movement of people, resulting in an approximately 60 percent improvement in human eye detection compared to the α7R IV. Human Pose Estimate technology uses learned human shapes and poses to detect not only eyes but also body and head positions with high precision, allowing the camera to lock onto and track a person who is facing away from the camera or wearing a mask.
Faster, more precise AF system
The high processing power of the new BIONZ XR processor and the revised algorithms significantly improve AF performance by leveraging the massive amount of data generated by the image sensor and the large-area, high-density AF system. Up to 693 phase-detection points covering approximately 79% of the frame. The wider AF area also allows for greater freedom in framing, such as when shooting portraits in portrait orientation. High autofocus accuracy is achieved even at exposure levels as low as –4.0 EV in AF-S mode (equivalent to ISO 100 with an f/2.0 Lens).
Real-time Eye-Detection AF for a Wider Range of Subjects
In addition to people, animals, and birds, the camera now detects insects, cars, trains, and airplanes, enabling even more flexible and reliable photo and video capture. More bird species are recognized, and animal detection has been expanded to include not only dogs, cats, and similar animals but also some grazing animals and small animals, with up to 40% greater accuracy.
Continuous Shooting
Despite the α7R V’s high resolution, the mechanical shutter control enables continuous shooting at up to 10 fps with full AF/AE tracking. This level of speed and tracking reliability makes it easy to capture visually striking moments and expressive subjects in moving images. Up to 583 compressed RAW images can be captured in a burst at 10 fps.
Full-time DMF
When shooting photos with AF-C or AF-S autofocus, you can switch to manual focus mode at any time by rotating the lens focus ring. This allows you to easily refocus on the original subject by simply turning the focus ring if, for example, the AF switches to a different subject.
Focus Bracketing7
The α7R V automatically captures up to 299 images, each with shifted focus points, at definable intervals and sequences. The best image can then be selected from the sequence. Similarly, a computer application can combine the images from the focus bracketing sequence to create composite images with synthesized depth of field that take advantage of the camera’s high resolution.
Full-pixel readout for 8K videos with astonishing resolution
In the XAVC HS format, the camera captures high-resolution, in-camera 8K video at 24p (25p) using efficient HEVC/H.265 compression, which fully harnesses the potential of Sony lenses and the resolution of the sensor and full pixel readout. Even the smallest details of the subject are captured true to life. The ability to change the aspect ratio of 8K footage for 4K output also offers invaluable editing flexibility9.
Outstanding 4K Video Recording
For 4K video recording, you can choose between full-frame and Super 35 mm modes, as well as 4K 60p (50p) recording. With full-pixel readout in Super 35 mm mode without pixel binning, 2.6x oversampling is possible for 4K videos. The XAVC S-I (All-Intra) and XAVC HS formats, as well as 10-bit 4:2:2 color sampling, are supported.
16-bit RAW output for even greater editing flexibility
In response to the growing demand for RAW recording, 16-bit RAW output from the α7R V to an external recorder is possible via an HDMI cable. Full-frame images with a resolution of 3,848 x 2,168 (16:9 aspect ratio) are supported at various frame rates. It is also possible to output RAW via HDMI when saving XAVC HS 4K, XAVC S 4K, or XAVC S-I 4K to internal memory cards. Proxy recording is also supported.
Real-time tracking for video
Thanks to significant improvements in subject recognition, the camera offers more reliable real-time tracking that automatically focuses on and tracks selected subjects with precision—even when focusing on the subject’s eyes[FN_25]. Subject recognition is available for both video and still photography, ensuring fast and stable focusing. Even when subject recognition is turned off, touch control allows you to detect and track subjects based on color, pattern (luminance), and distance (depth).
S-Log3 gamma curve with 14+ stops of dynamic range
The S-Log3 gamma curve emphasizes tonal gradation from the shadows to mid-grays (18% gray) and achieves up to 14+ stops[FN_26] of exposure latitude. The camera offers three color space settings: S-Gamut, S-Gamut3, and S-Gamut3.Cine. These advanced settings make it easier to match footage shot with the α7R V to footage from the VENICE and VENICE 2 digital cinema cameras or FX-series cameras with S-Log3 gamma curve settings, ensuring simple and efficient editing.
Image Stabilization with Active Mode for Handheld Video Recording
Active Mode reliably stabilizes handheld video footage. The built-in image stabilization is coordinated with the additional image stabilization provided by compatible lenses[FN_02]. This allows for highly effective control over shots—even handheld telephoto shots are possible.
Smooth Video Recording
The focus map makes it easy to visualize the depth of field during video recording. Additionally, a clearly visible red frame appears on the screen during recording. Markers can be added directly on the camera to recorded video clips to make it easier to find specific scenes.
Unique 4-axis LCD monitor for more flexible shooting
Sony’s newly developed adjustable 4-axis monitor combines a practical, classic tiltable display with the flexibility of a side-opening design featuring an adjustable angle. The angle can be adjusted freely both horizontally and vertically, offering greater flexibility.
Touch control during recording or playback
The touch functions for focus, tracking, and shutter can be quickly enabled or disabled by touching an icon on the display. During playback, images can be selected by touch and then zoomed in or out by pinching in or out. Touch sensitivity can be adjusted for optimal response from the controls.
Fast Wi-Fi for PC tethering, FTP, and smartphone transfer
The built-in Wi-Fi function (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) supports communication on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands as well as 2x2 MIMO for fast, reliable data transfer and communication.
Remote shooting via PC using Wi-Fi
The camera can be connected to a computer via Wi-Fi, enabling wireless remote shooting from the PC (tethering) using the “Remote” function of Sony’s latest Imaging Edge Desktop application, which allows for greater freedom of movement on location or in the studio. Depending on your needs, you can select either the 2.4-GHz or 5-GHz Wi-Fi frequency band. In addition to connecting the camera directly to the PC via Wi-Fi, you can also connect via a wireless access point to provide the flexibility needed to work in a variety of network environments.
Effective Heat Dissipation for Longer Recording Times
Heat generated by the image sensor, image processor, and AI processing unit is efficiently dissipated to prevent overheating. Among other things, this is achieved by the graphite material with its unique Σ (Sigma) shape, which is integrated into the image stabilization unit. Thanks to this structure, the image sensor—one of the main sources of heat generation inside the camera body—can move freely during image stabilization while effectively dissipating heat—five times more effectively than before.
Rugged magnesium alloy body, reliable mechanical shutter
The camera’s inner frame and the top, front, and rear covers aremade of a lightweight, rugged magnesium alloy that ensures excellent stability, allowing the camera to perform optimally even in harsh conditions. A shutter unit with a fast-responding motor minimizes shutter vibrations—which can cause blurring—while enabling high-speed continuous shooting at up to 10 fps. The shutter is quiet and has been tested for durability over 500,000 cycles.
QXGA viewfinder with the highest resolution in its class
An electronic OLED viewfinder with 9.44 million pixels delivers the highest resolution, offering approximately 1.6 times the resolution of UXGA Tru-Finder™ viewfinders. It also features significantly improved optics and a mechanical design, achieving a best-in-class 0.90x viewfinder magnification and a diagonal field of view of 41° (approx. 43° for the entire display area).
Two CFexpress Type A-compatible media slots
The α7R V features two media slots that support CFexpress Type A as well as UHS-I and UHS-II SDXC/SDHC memory cards for high storage capacity and fast read/write speeds. Data can be recorded simultaneously to both card slots for backup, or separately as photos/videos or JPEG (HEIF)/RAW formats. There is also a relay mode in which photos or videos are automatically saved to the second memory card.
USB-PD (Power Delivery) supports fast charging
The α7R V supports USB PD (Power Delivery), which enables a higher power supply from external sources. A USB charger or portable battery that supports USB PD[FN_36] can be connected to the camera’s USB-C® port to supply power or charge the internal battery three to four times faster than with the previous model.
Recycled Material
Sony strives to use plastic-free packaging materials, including plant-based nonwoven fabrics and recyclable materials. For the camera itself, no non-recyclable materials are used in our SORPLAS™ material¹⁸, which is multi-recyclable, durable, and high-quality. Recyclable plastic is also used as often as possible to minimize environmental impact without compromising performance or functionality.
