Full-frame partially stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor with approximately 33.0 effective megapixels A partially stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor features high-speed circuitry above and below the sensing layer. Sensor readout is approx. 4.5 x[1] faster than the α7 IV, maximum shutter speed is 1/16000 s,[2] blackout-free bursts at up to 30 fps are available with AF/AE tracking,[3] and video can be recorded at 4K 120p.[4] This advanced sensor contributes up to an unprecedented 16 stops of dynamic range[5] with smooth gradations. Excellent image quality The new 33.0-megapixel[8] sensor and BIONZ XR2 processing engine work together to deliver up to 16 stops of dynamic range.[9] Lifelike gradations from shadows to highlights enable highly effective HDR processing when needed, and effective noise reduction applied at all sensitivities achieves high resolution throughout the ISO 100-51200 still and movie range (expandable to 50-204800 for stills and 100-102400 for movies). Composite RAW support Composite RAW shooting automatically captures multiple RAW images that can then be composited[10] using a computer. [NR Shooting] and [Shooting for HDR] settings are provided. [NR Shooting] produces low-noise images while maintaining high resolution even at mid to high sensitivities. [Shooting for HDR] captures high dynamic range.[11] 4, 8, or 16 images are captured at 30 fps[12] to allow handheld shooting. 5-axis IBIS for up to 7.5-step central and 6.5-step peripheral[14] stabilization An advanced optical stabilization unit, gyro sensors, and algorithm accurately detect and correct image shake. Up to 7.5-step central and 6.5-step peripheral stabilization[14] allows handheld shooting without having to boost sensitivity. The body also works with compatible lenses[15] for even better stabilization. Even shake that is amplified at telephoto focal lengths is effectively suppressed. Creative Look creates visual moods in-camera The Creative Look function makes it easy to create visual moods in-camera.[12] presets are provided, including [FL2] and [FL3] selections. The presets can be used as-is or edited to create custom looks. Adjustments can be made using 7 parameters[16] including contrast, saturation, highlight, shadow, and more while viewing the results on the monitor display.[17] Custom looks can be saved for later use. Real-time Recognition AF:[19] A wider range of recognized subjects Real-time Recognition AF supports [Human], [Animal], [Bird], [Insect], [Car/Train] and [Airplane] recognition,[20] and an [Auto] mode can automatically select the subject type.[20] Animal recognition has been improved by about 30%,[21] and now recognizes the eyes of some grazing and small animals in addition to the eyes, heads, and faces of dogs, cats, and similar. Bird recognition has been improved by about 50%.[21] High-density 759-point[23] focal plane phase-detection AF 759[23] phase detection points in a high-density focal plane phase-detection AF system cover approximately 94% of the image area for precise focusing. The large amount of data from the image sensor is processed in real time by the new processing engine to ensure ideal focus in situations that can normally be challenging, such as small subjects or people in a night scene where focus often falls on the background. Precise AF in low light The latest AF algorithms achieve high AF precision down to light levels as low as EV-4.0 in AF-S mode (ISO 100 equivalent, F2.0 lens) so that AF is precise and reliable even in low light. Pre-Capture captures moments prior to shutter release[25] This feature “retroactively” captures moments that occurred before the shutter was released. After half-pressing the shutter button to set focus, full-pressing the shutter captures a series of images starting from up to 1 second[26] before the shutter button was initially half-pressed at all framerates up to 30fps. 7K oversampled 4K 60p recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning[28] The new BIONZ XR2 processor and Exmor RS sensor enable full pixel readout with no pixel binning when recording full frame, allowing 3.3x the data required for 4K (QFHD: 3840 x 2160) to be compressed into spectacularly detailed 4K 60p[28] images with minimal moiré and jaggies. High-performance digital audio interface The camera’s Multi Interface (MI) Shoe™ features a built-in digital audio interface that allows connection to Sony’s ECM-W3 Wireless Microphone or ECM-M1 Shotgun Microphone for direct digital input and recording with top-quality sound. Active Mode stabilization supports handheld shooting at 4K 120p[35] Active Mode optical image stabilization[36] is particularly effective for handheld movie shooting and now supports 4K 120p recording.[35] Active Mode uses the camera’s stabilization unit, gyro sensors, and image stabilization algorithms to precisely detect and correct for camera movement. Stabilization is even more effective when the body is used with a compatible stabilized lens.[37] 1 Compared to the image sensor on α7 IV. Sony tests. 2 When using the electronic shutter. 3 When using the electronic shutter. [Hi+] continuous shooting mode. A software update may be required for some lenses. See Sony’s support web page for information on compatible lenses. 4 QFHD (3840 x 2160). 4K 120p recording is only available in the APS-C/Super 35mm mode. Reduced angle of view. 5 Sony tests. Still images. Mechanical shutter. 6 Available subject settings are: AUTO, Human, Animal/Bird, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car/Train, and Airplane. Subject types other than the 7 type specified may be erroneously recognized in some cases. 8 [Tracking] in the menu. 9 Approximate, effective. 10 Sony tests. Still images. Mechanical shutter. 11 The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop applications is required for compositing. The lowest shutter speed allowable for the [NR Shooting] mode is 1/30 s. The flash mode is fixed at Off, and some functions are not available. 12 Depending on the shooting settings, it may not be possible to shoot with the level of dynamic range specified in [D-Range] in the menu. 13 Sony tests. Capture speed may be slower in some situations. Capture speed may vary depending on the lens used when using the AF-C focus mode. Refer to Sony’s support website for lens compatibility information. 14 The latest version of the Imaging Edge Desktop applications is required for Extended RAW Processing. 15 CIPA 2024 standards. Pitch/Yaw/Roll compensation shake only. FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens. Long exposure NR off. 16 See Sony’s support web page https://www.sony.net/dics/fnc1002/ for information on compatible lenses. A software update may be required for some lenses. Stabilization may vary according to the lens used. 17 Up to 8 parameters including Sharpness Range when shooting stills. 18 Not including Sharpness Range and Clarity 19 Available subject settings are: AUTO, Human, Animal/Bird, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car/Train, and Airplane. Subject types other than the type specified may be erroneously recognized in some cases. 20 Available subject settings are: AUTO, Human, Animal/Bird, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car/Train, and Airplane. Subject types other than the type specified may be erroneously recognized in some cases. 21 When AUTO is selected the camera will normally recognize the subject type automatically, but the wrong type may be selected in some situations. In such cases manually selecting the intended subject type may solve the problem. 22 Compared to the α7 IV, Sony tests. 23 [Tracking] in the menu. 24 For still images. The number of points varies according to the shooting mode. 25 When using the electronic shutter. [Hi+] continuous shooting mode. A software update may be required for some lenses. See Sony’s support web page for information on compatible lenses. 26 When using the electronic shutter. High continuous shooting speeds can cause an increase in camera temperature. Pre-Capture may be limited to protect the device in high ambient temperature conditions. 27 Maximum Pre-Capture time may be reduced in some situations. 28 When using the electronic shutter. When Continuous Shooting Speed Boost is used during continuous shooting separate pre-boost and post-boost playback groups are created. 29 When [4K angle of view Priority] is ON. Some noise may be visible when recording in low light with [4K angle of view Priority] turned ON. 30 Angle of view is reduced when [4K angle of view Priority] is OFF while recording full-frame 4K 60p. 31 QFHD (3840 x 2160) recording. 4K 120p is recorded in APS-C/Super 35mm mode. Reduced angle of view. 32 Post-production editing and S&Q mode recording are required. Audio is not recorded in SQ mode. 33 Full HD (1920 x 1080) recording in S&Q mode. Full HD 240 fps is recorded in APS-C/Super 35mm mode. 34 Compatible external microphones that connect via a 3.5mm mic terminal or directly via the MI shoe. 35Power zoom noise reduction applies only to the internal microphone. 36 When using the wind noise reduction or noise-cutting function, the sound quality may differ from normal audio. 37 [APS-C S35 Shooting] is fixed [ON] when shooting 4K 120p video or using the S&Q feature at 240 fps.