Sony a6700 Mirrorless Camera with 18-135mm Lens

The a6700 Mirrorless Camera represents a concise amalgamation of Sony's Cinema Line advancements, the exceptional still-image rendering quality of the α-series, and significant progress in AI-driven recognition technology. This camera equips ambitious content creators with robust and versatile imaging capabilities. Featuring the latest 26.0MP back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor paired with the BIONZ XR processor, it remains lighter than its predecessor, establishing itself as a portable powerhouse. It offers an impressive continuous stills capture rate of 11 fps and effortlessly produces UHD 4K video oversampled from a 6K resolution, making it an indispensable tool for the multifaceted creative professional.

26.0MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor and BIONZ XR Processor

The advanced imaging system of the Sony a6700 is driven by a 26MP APS-C Exmor R CMOS sensor paired with the BIONZ XR processor. This combination, first seen in the FX30 Digital Cinema Camera, enables the capture of 10-bit UHD 4K video at frame rates of up to 120 fps, as well as a maximum continuous shooting speed of 11 fps with autofocus and auto-exposure. Additionally, it can capture up to 59 compressed raw still images in rapid succession. The sensor's back-illuminated design enhances resolution while maintaining sensitivity. With an ISO range of 100-32000, expandable to ISO50-102400 for still photography, the camera excels in low-light conditions, producing minimal noise and offering over 14 stops of dynamic range.

Cinematic Video in UHD 4K

The Sony a6700, equipped with a powerful sensor and processor, offers a comprehensive array of professional video capabilities derived from its Cinema Line series, catering to both everyday content creators and aspiring filmmakers. The camera's 6K sensor enables full pixel readout, resulting in high-quality UHD 4K video, utilizing approximately 2.4 times the data necessary for 4K, thereby reducing the occurrence of moiré and aliasing. UHD 4K recording supports frame rates of up to 120p, while full HD recording can reach up to 240p, all achieved through full 1:1 pixel readout without binning. Users can record in 10-bit 4:2:2 using the advanced XAVC HS and XAVC S-I formats, ensuring consistent performance and quality at bitrates reaching 600 Mb/s. Additionally, it allows for over two hours of recording in 4K at 30p, or more than 40 minutes at 4K 60p on a 128GB card.

The Slow & Quick (S&Q) mode enables users to record 4K video at frame rates ranging from 1 to 120 fps and Full HD video at frame rates from 1 to 240 fps, contingent upon the selected format. These configurations facilitate the ability to decelerate fast-paced action or accelerate scenes that progress slowly. S-Cinetone is designed to provide vibrant colors and a natural skin tone appearance, drawing on technology derived from professional Cinema Line cameras like the VENICE. This color profile is characterized by its natural mid-tones, gentle hues, and particularly well-managed highlights.

The S-Log3 and S-Gamut3.Cine Gamma Curves provide an impressive dynamic range exceeding 14 stops, enhancing flexibility in post-production and facilitating the integration of footage from various Sony Cinema Line cameras. Creative Looks can be incorporated directly into the recorded material, establishing a desired atmosphere during filming and reducing the necessity for extensive editing. Additionally, users have the option to create and apply LUTs and presets for precise monitoring of footage or for previewing a particular aesthetic while shooting, which can be utilized on the camera's monitor, electronic viewfinder (EVF), or HDMI output. The camera also features immediate time-lapse settings, allowing for customization of framerate, recording, lighting, and intervals.

AI-Powered Autofocus and Image Stabilization

The AI Processing Unit of the Sony a6700 significantly enhances the camera's autofocus and image stabilization systems, providing exceptional handling and clarity across various shooting conditions. With 759 phase detection points available in stills mode and 495 points in video mode, which collectively cover 93% of the image area, the camera benefits from AI-driven subject recognition and real-time tracking capabilities. Additional autofocus features include the ability to perform focus bracketing with up to 299 images using sequentially-shifted focus points, accurate focusing in low light conditions down to EV -3.0, compensation for focus breathing, autofocus assistance, focus mapping, and focus peaking during the autofocus process.

Vlog-Friendly AI-Enhanced Framing

Furthermore, the AI Processing Unit is capable of identifying and monitoring subjects during video recording, automatically cropping the image to ensure that the subject remains prominently positioned within the frame, thereby simplifying what would otherwise be challenging camerawork. This tracking feature can be precisely positioned within the frame and modified for both speed and sensitivity, all with a simple touch.

Image Stabilization

The camera features a sophisticated 5-axis optical image stabilization system that operates at the pixel level, effectively counteracting five distinct forms of camera shake that may occur during handheld photography and videography. This system is algorithmically refined to ensure precise detection and control at the pixel level. Additionally, the AI Processing Unit enhances the interaction between the camera body and the lens, resulting in more stable framing prior to capturing images. Consequently, users can confidently utilize any lens, including adapted ones, for important imaging tasks without the risk of blur caused by camera shake.

Advanced Rendering

The a6700 provides still photographers with an extensive array of color renderings and compression options to enhance image quality and manage storage effectively. This is highlighted by the inclusion of the High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format, which is available in both 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 configurations. Additionally, users can select between Compressed and Lossless Compressed formats for raw shooting. The AI Processing Unit contributes to improved exposure accuracy in Auto mode, boasting a 20% increase in reliability compared to the a6600, as per manufacturer evaluations. This unit incorporates algorithmic adjustments tailored for skin tones, backlighting, and white balance. Furthermore, the Creative Looks presets that are accessible in video mode are also applicable to still photography, allowing for user-defined settings with eight adjustable parameters. To enhance the viewing experience of still images when connected to compatible monitors and televisions, the a6700 introduces a stills-optimized Hybrid Log-Gamma mode, which provides precise dynamic range in a 10-bit HEIF format.

Body Design and Connectivity

The addition of a front command dial enhances control and responsiveness, allowing for precise adjustments at critical moments, ensuring that users maintain dexterity during high-action scenarios. Utilize the camera's USB output feature with UVC/UAC control through a computer for streaming and broadcasting in 4K resolution at either 15 or 30 frames per second, or in full HD at 30 or 60 frames per second. 

The integrated 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi enables connectivity on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, facilitating immediate sharing of images to mobile devices for direct online distribution via social media, email, and cloud storage platforms. The camera can connect to the Creators' Cloud central platform through the Creators app, allowing for media sharing, cloud-based editing, and collaborative tools. Additionally, the smartphone can serve as a remote control for the camera, providing monitoring capabilities for battery and storage status. 

The built-in 3.5mm headphone and microphone ports offer enhanced audio control during video recordings, while the Multi-Interface Shoe acts as a digital audio interface. 

The XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder delivers bright, high-resolution visuals with a 1.07x magnification, featuring a dedicated 120 fps mode for smoother tracking of moving subjects. The side-opening, vari-angle 3.0" 1.03m-dot LCD touchscreen allows for versatile shooting from various angles, including high, low, and front-facing perspectives. 

It supports the high-capacity Z battery rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides approximately 570 still images or 120 minutes of video recording per charge when utilizing the LCD screen. Furthermore, the a6700 can be powered through a USB connection to a computer or mobile battery, which also allows for battery charging. The robust magnesium alloy body ensures durability and includes dust and moisture seals to withstand challenging environments. A newly designed grip improves handling and stability during extended shooting sessions, while also providing easy access to the primary control buttons and dials.

Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens

Covering a practical wide-angle to medium telephoto spectrum, the Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens serves as a versatile 27-202.5mm equivalent zoom designed for APS-C-format E-mount mirrorless cameras. This all-encompassing lens is well-suited for diverse shooting scenarios, making it an excellent choice for travel photography. Additionally, the integrated image stabilization effectively reduces the effects of camera shake, resulting in sharper images during handheld shooting.

Optical Design

The inclusion of two extra-low dispersion elements minimizes color fringing and chromatic aberrations, resulting in enhanced clarity and improved color fidelity. Additionally, an aspherical element is incorporated to manage distortion and diminish spherical aberrations, thereby achieving superior sharpness and precise image rendering. Furthermore, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm enhances the aesthetic quality of bokeh when utilizing selective focus methods.

Image Stabilization and Autofocus

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization significantly reduces the visibility of camera shake, resulting in sharper images when capturing handheld shots at slower shutter speeds. This stabilization technology can also be integrated with certain cameras' sensor-shift image stabilization systems for enhanced management of camera blur. The linear autofocus motor ensures rapid and precise autofocus capabilities, facilitating accurate and silent focusing during video recording. A dedicated AF/MF switch allows for swift transitions between different focusing modes. With a minimum focusing distance of 1.5 feet and a maximum magnification of 0.29x, this system is well-suited for close-up photography.