Sony a7 V(M5) Mirrorless Camera

Imaging

Lens Mount	Sony E
Sensor Resolution	Actual: 35.7 Megapixel Effective: 33 Megapixel (7008 x 4672)
Image Sensor	35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) Partially Stacked CMOS
Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)	Crop Factor: 1x Additional Modes: 1.5x *Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes
Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Built-In ND Filter	No
Capture Type	Stills & Video

Exposure Control

Shutter Type	Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed	Electronic Shutter 1/16000 to 30 Seconds Mechanical Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds 1/8000 to 1 Second in Movie Mode
Bulb/Time Mode	Bulb Mode
ISO/Gain Sensitivity	Photo Native in Manual Mode: 100 to 51,200 (50 to 204,800 Extended) Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 12,800 Video Native in Manual Mode: 100 to 51,200 (100 to 102,400 Extended) Native in Auto Mode: 100 to 12,800
Metering Method	Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot
Exposure Modes	Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation	-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range	-3 to 20 EV
White Balance	2500 to 9900K Presets: ATW, AWB, Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
Continuous Shooting	Up to 30 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 95 Frames (Raw) / 85 Frames (Raw, JPEG) / 185 Frames (JPEG)
Interval Recording	Yes
Self-Timer	2/5/10-Second Delay

Still Image Capture

Aspect Ratio	1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image File Format	HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth	14-Bit

Video Capture

Internal Recording	H.264/XAVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [60 to 280 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 Mb/s] H.264/XAVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit 1920 x 1080 at 100/120 fps [100 Mb/s] H.265/XAVC HS 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/50/59.94/100/120 fps [30 to 280 Mb/s] XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [240 to 600 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [89 to 222 Mb/s]
Video Output	4:2:2 8/10-Bit via HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160p) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/50/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support	Yes
Gamma Curve	HDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3
Recording Limit	No
IP Streaming	No
Built-In Microphone	Stereo
Audio Recording	2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio

Interface

Media/Memory Card Slot	Slot 1: CFexpress Type A / SDXC (UHS-II) Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Internal Storage	No
Video I/O	1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O	1x USB-C Input
Other I/O	1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2) Data Output
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) / Bluetooth 5.3
Mobile App Compatible	Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Creators' App Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Remote Control, Setup
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)	GPS *Via Connected Smartphone

Monitor

Display Type	4-Axis Tilting 3.2" Touchscreen LCD
Resolution	2,095,104 Dot

Viewfinder

Type	Electronic (OLED)
Size	0.5"
Resolution	3,686,400 Dot
Eye Point	23 mm
Coverage	100%
Magnification	Approx. 0.78x
Diopter Adjustment	-4 to +3

Focus

Focus Type	Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode	Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF, Subject Tracking (Auto-Tracking/Animals/Birds/Eyes/Insects/People/Vehicles)
Autofocus Points	Phase Detection: 759 Contrast Detection: 425
Autofocus Sensitivity	-4 to +20 EV

Flash

Built-In Flash/Light	No
Flash Modes	Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync
Maximum Sync Speed	1/250 Second
Flash Compensation	-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System	TTL
External Flash Connection	Shoe Mount

Power in Every Frame

A Goldilocks camera that's not afraid to punch above its weight class, the Sony a7 V is a hybrid mirrorless camera with strong photo performance, strong video recording capabilities, and a healthy dose of the latest AI-based subject recognition and autofocus tech from its flagship siblings. Built for content creators, this is a workhorse camera more than capable of handling everything from high-speed action photography to daily vlogs to full multimedia coverage of events.

Sony a7 V: Real-World Test Photo & Footage

Introducing Alpha 7 V | Sony | a

New Partially Stacked Sensor and Upgraded Processing

33MP Exmor RS CMOS Full-Frame Sensor

The first Sony camera to feature a partially stacked sensor, the a7 V's 33MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor offers faster readout speeds and reduced rolling shutter compared to the a7 IV. Coupled with a new processor, this sensor also enables a handful of flagship-level benefits, including more advanced subject recognition and tracking, faster continuous shooting performance, and improved image quality with 16 stops of dynamic range. The sensor offers a native ISO range of 100-51200 and the partially stacked design also contributes to a faster 1/16,000-sec top electronic shutter speed.

BIONZ XR2 Processor

Another contributor to the increased speed and overall performance, the new BIONZ XR2 processor incorporates an AI unit for enhanced autofocus, better color accuracy, and greater auto white balance consistency from frame to frame.

The increased processing efficiency also enables blackout-free 30 fps continuous shooting, with full-time AF and AE, as well as 7K-oversampled 4K 60p video recording and high-speed 4K 120p recording using a S35 area.

Pre-Capture & Speed Boost

Along with the key technology delivered by the sensor, the a7 V brings additional features to unlock the camera's full potential.

• Pre-Capture: The a7 V can be configured to begin recording images to the buffer when the shutter button is half-pressed. Users can set this between 0.03-1.0 second. Upon pressing the shutter these images will be saved to the memory card.
• Speed Boost: This function can be assigned to Function button, allowing users to instantly switch their usual continuous shooting frame rate to a faster one to make sure their next shot is just right. Photographers will be able to select various frame rates 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

Upgraded from its predecessor, the in-body image stabilization system has been revised to support up to 7.5 stops of camera shake compensation in the center of the frame and 6.5 stops at the periphery. This 5-axis stabilization system combines a high-performance gyro sensor with an optimized algorithm for more precise shake control and improved communication between the camera body and lens.

Upgraded AF and AI Subject Recognition

The autofocus performance of the a7 V is a key area of improvement over previous generations; borrowing from the flagship camera, the a7 V now sports an AI Processing Unit and refined subject detection and tracking. The phase-detection AF system itself still comprises 759 points, which cover about 94% of the sensor area, and support focusing down to -4 EV. Subject tracking and subject detection is improved, too, specifically how the camera is 30-50% faster to recognize animals and birds compared to the a7 IV.

• First seen in the a7R V, a9 III, and the a1 II, the a7 V sports a dedicated AI Processing Unit for refined, responsive, and intelligent subject tracking and detection of humans, animals, birds, insects, cars, trains, and airplanes.
• Human pose estimation tracks body and head positions for accurate focus in portraiture and sports settings and Real-time Eye AF performance refines this and prioritizes focus on recognized eyes.

• Additionally, human pose estimation can distinguish between multiple people and maintain focus on the targeted subject; even if someone crosses in front, the camera maintains focus on the key person.
• Real-time Tracking benefits from AI-based subject recognition for following moving subjects, making it particularly well-suited to sports and action subjects.
• Auto Subject Recognition modes no longer necessitate selecting a subject type, letting the camera detect and track the intended subject.
• XS and XL focus area spot sizes have been added for more versatility or you can customize AF focus areas to suit uniquely sized or shaped subjects.
• Full-time DMF (Direct Manual Focus) enables using the lens's focus ring for manual focus control at any time, making it easier to switch focus to a different subject even when working with AF.