Sony a7 V Mirrorless Camera Bundle with Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD Lens + Photo Software + 128GB Card + Extra Sony Battery + Card Reader + Cleaning Kit + Camera Bag + Cloth (14 Items)

The Sony a7 V is a Goldilocks camera that confidently exceeds expectations within its weight class. This hybrid mirrorless camera boasts impressive photo capabilities, robust video recording features, and incorporates advanced AI-driven subject recognition and autofocus technology derived from its flagship counterparts. Designed specifically for content creators, it serves as a reliable workhorse, adept at managing a wide range of tasks, from high-speed action photography to everyday vlogging and comprehensive multimedia event coverage.

33MP Exmor RS CMOS Full-Frame Sensor

The a7 V, which is the first Sony camera to incorporate a partially stacked sensor, features a 33MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor that provides quicker readout speeds and minimizes rolling shutter effects when compared to the a7 IV. In conjunction with a new processor, this sensor facilitates several flagship-level advantages, such as enhanced subject recognition and tracking, improved continuous shooting speed, and superior image quality with a dynamic range of 16 stops. Additionally, the sensor boasts a native ISO range of 100-51200, and its partially stacked architecture also allows for a faster top electronic shutter speed of 1/16,000 seconds.

BIONZ XR2 Processor

Another factor contributing to the enhanced speed and overall performance is the new BIONZ XR2 processor, which includes an AI unit designed for improved autofocus, superior color accuracy, and more consistent auto white balance from one frame to the next. The heightened processing efficiency also allows for blackout-free continuous shooting at 30 fps, complete with full-time AF and AE, in addition to 7K-oversampled 4K 60p video recording and high-speed 4K 120p recording utilizing a S35 area.

Pre-Capture & Speed Boost

• Pre-Capture: The a7 V can be set up to start recording images to the buffer as soon as the shutter button is half-pressed. Users have the option to adjust this setting between 0.03 and 1.0 seconds. When the shutter is fully pressed, these images will be stored on the memory card.
  
  
• Speed Boost: This feature can be assigned to a Function button, enabling users to quickly change their standard continuous shooting frame rate to a higher one, ensuring that their next shot is perfectly timed. Photographers will have the ability to choose from various frame rates, reaching up to 30 fps.
  
  

Selectable Raw File Types and Composite RAW Function

The partially stacked sensor and improved processing also permit more flexibility when working with raw files:

• Compressed HQ raw, lossless compressed raw, and a new lightweight raw format are available to suit different priorities, ranging from the ultimate image quality and editing flexibility to more efficient files that prioritize saving on storage space.
  
  
• Extended raw file processing is possible via the Imaging Edge desktop app.
  
  
• The Composite RAW function allows you to capture and composite on your computer 4, 8, or 16 sequential files, taken at 30 fps, to produce HDR images with reduced noise, especially at higher ISO values.
  
  

5-Axis Image Stabilization

Enhanced from its earlier model, the in-body image stabilization mechanism has been updated to provide compensation for up to 7.5 stops of camera shake in the center of the frame and 6.5 stops at the edges. This 5-axis stabilization system integrates a high-performance gyro sensor with a refined algorithm to achieve more accurate shake control and better communication between the camera body and the lens.

Upgraded AF and AI Subject Recognition

The autofocus capabilities of the a7 V represent a significant enhancement compared to earlier models; taking cues from the flagship camera, the a7 V is now equipped with an AI Processing Unit along with improved subject detection and tracking features. The phase-detection autofocus system continues to include 759 points, which encompass approximately 94% of the sensor area, and it facilitates focusing down to -4 EV. Additionally, both subject tracking and detection have seen advancements, particularly in the camera's ability to recognize animals and birds, which is now 30-50% quicker than the a7 IV.

• The a7 V, first introduced in the a7R V, a9 III, and a1 II, features a specialized AI Processing Unit that enhances subject tracking and detection capabilities for humans, animals, birds, insects, cars, trains, and airplanes.
  
  
• Human pose estimation technology accurately tracks body and head positions, ensuring precise focus in both portrait and sports photography, while Real-time Eye AF optimizes this process by prioritizing focus on detected eyes.
  
  
• Furthermore, human pose estimation can differentiate between several individuals, maintaining focus on the selected subject even when another person crosses in front, ensuring the key subject remains in focus.
  
  
• AI-driven Real-time Tracking enhances subject recognition for moving subjects, making it especially effective for sports and action photography.
  
  
• The new Auto Subject Recognition modes eliminate the need to manually select a subject type, allowing the camera to automatically detect and track the desired subject.
  
  
• The addition of XS and XL focus area spot sizes provides greater flexibility, and users can also customize AF focus areas to accommodate subjects of various sizes and shapes.
  
  
• Full-time DMF (Direct Manual Focus) allows for the use of the lens's focus ring for manual adjustments at any moment, facilitating a seamless transition to focus on a different subject while utilizing AF.
  
  

Video Recording

7K Oversampled 4K Recording

Utilizing the high-resolution sensor along with rapid processing capabilities, UHD 4K 60p XAVC HS 10-bit recording can be achieved by employing the entire width of the sensor, which provides a 7K full pixel readout that delivers remarkable sharpness and realism. In the case of a Super 35 crop, high-speed recording can be accomplished at rates of up to UHD 4K 120p or FHD 240p, enabling slow-motion playback.

Recording Flexibility

• Extended recording times are possible thanks to efficient heat dissipation—a unique Sigma-shaped graphite heatsink is built into the stabilization unit and improves thermal consistency during extended clips.
  
  
• With respect to audio recording during video, the a7 V supports internal 24-bit recording and up to 4-channel audio with compatible external microphones.
  
  
• A new audio reference mic aids in noise reduction and there is a selectable wind-noise reduction control when working with the internal mic.
  
  
• Dynamic Active stabilization adds substantial electronic correction on top of IBIS for more steady footage while running, walking, or recording handheld tracking shots.
  
  
• Support for Breathing Compensation mode, which reduces the effects of focus breathing when using select lenses.
  
  
• AI subject recognition, gained from the AI Processing Unit, benefits the Framing Stabilizer mode, which can be used to automatically crop and recompose so the subject remains centered in the image.
  
  

Advanced Color Control

S-Cinetone is capable of providing unique colors and a vibrant skin tone representation that aligns with various FX-series and A-series cameras, drawing on technology from the professional Cinema Line cameras, including the VENICE. This color profile delivers natural mid-tones, gentle colors, and particularly well-managed highlights. Additionally, S-Log3 is accessible for achieving a dynamic range exceeding 15 stops, offering enhanced grading control in the shadow to mid-tone areas of the image. Furthermore, users have the option to import LUTs through Creators' Cloud for precise monitoring during recording.

Body Design and Connectivity

3.68m-Dot EVF and 4-Axis Multi-Angle LCD

Featuring a newly designed, more practical LCD, the a7 V is equipped with a 4-axis multi-angle LCD monitor that merges the finest qualities of both tilting and side-open/flip-out vari-angle configurations. This 3.2" 2.1m-dot LCD also incorporates a touchscreen interface and a DCI-P3 wide color gamut for precise color monitoring. An outstanding Quad VGA OLED EVF boasts a resolution of 3.68m-dot and a magnification of 0.78x, providing bright, clear, and detailed viewing at eye level. The EVF supports 120 fps playback for fluid motion rendering, and both brightness and color settings can be adjusted as necessary.

Ports and Interface

The full-size HDMI A port ensures a more dependable connection when utilizing external recorders. The dual USB-C ports provide enhanced versatility, allowing for the simultaneous powering of the camera or charging of the battery while also facilitating data transfer to an external storage device. Port 1 is designated as a USB-C 3.2 Gen2 port, designed for data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps, while Port 2 is a USB-C 2.0 port, intended for power delivery and in-camera battery charging. The inclusion of both 3.5mm headphone and external microphone ports allows for improved control over audio recording. The Multi Interface Shoe is compatible with the optional ECM-B1M Shotgun Microphone or the XLR-K3M XLR Adapter Kit, which enhance audio recording quality by transmitting a digital audio signal to the camera, as opposed to an analog signal.

Versatile and Durable Design

The device features dual memory card slots, comprising one CFexpress Type A/SD UHS-II combination slot alongside an additional SD UHS-II slot. This dual slot configuration facilitates versatile file saving and management, allowing for the partitioning of file types or serving as a solution for overflow recording. It is compatible with the high-capacity NP-FZ100 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which offers around 630 shots per charge when utilizing the viewfinder, or 750 shots when employing the rear LCD—representing a 23% enhancement compared to the a7 IV.

The magnesium alloy chassis guarantees rigidity, durability, and stability while still being lightweight. Additionally, the lens mount has been enhanced to provide better support for heavy lenses, and the grip rigidity has been upgraded for a more comfortable hand-holding experience. Comprehensive weather-sealing, which includes improved sealing around the battery cover, terminal cover, and chassis joints, has been implemented to protect against dust and moisture, ensuring reliable performance in challenging weather conditions.

Connectivity

The a7 V features built-in Wi-Fi and NFC, allowing for immediate sharing of images to mobile devices for direct online distribution. This wireless capability accommodates both 5 and 6 GHz bands, in addition to 2x2 MIMO technology, ensuring a robust and dependable connection that facilitates swift transfers, remote control, and wireless tethered shooting. Furthermore, Bluetooth connectivity enables the acquisition of location data. The device supports 4K webcam functionality and complies with UVC/UAC standards for straightforward operation. Internal recording is also available during live streaming. Imaging Edge Remote for desktop enables PC Remote shooting through the Wi-Fi connection or via the wired USB-C port. Additionally, an enhanced data transfer control feature allows for the transfer of files from an SD card over Wi-Fi using the Imaging Edge Mobile app, even when the camera is turned off.