Sony A7R V with FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens

Combining resolution and precision, the Sony a7R V is the mirrorless camera designed for those who crave detail. Featuring a 61MP full-frame sensor, all-new AI-based autofocus system with advanced subject recognition, 8K video recording, and 8-stop image stabilisation, the fifth-generation a7R is reliable and well-rounded for both photography and video applications.

Featuring a back-illuminated design, this full-frame 61MP Exmor R CMOS sensor offers a mixture of incredible resolution with high clarity, low noise, and a wide 15-stop dynamic range. The sensor's structure promotes impressive image quality and a copper wiring layer dramatically improves data transmission speed for creating 14-bit, high-resolution 61MP stills with a native sensitivity range from ISO 100-32000, which can be further expanded to ISO 50-102400.

Improved Processing Engine

A new BIONZ XR processing engine offers up to 8x greater processing performance compared to previous generations, which enables faster overall performance, impressive image quality with wide sensitivity and dynamic ranges, and more fluent processing that's capable of handling a bevy of AI tasks and intelligent AF alongside imaging processes. This processing system also reduces rolling shutter and other motion distortions for clean rendering of moving subjects.

In terms of shooting speeds, the sensor and processor enable up to 10 fps shooting, at full resolution with a mechanical shutter, for up to 583 consecutive compressed raw frames, with full-time AF/AE. If shooting JPEG only, more than 1000 frames can be recorded in a single burst.

Updated 5-Axis Image Stabilisation

Updated for the a7R V, the in-body image stabilisation system has been revised to support up to 8 stops of camera shake compensation. This 5-axis stabilisation system combines a high-performance gyro sensor with an optimised algorithm for more precise shake control and improved communication between the camera body and lens.

Additionally, specifically for video, there is also an Active IS mode that adds even more precise stabilisation methods for even smoother footage straight out of camera. Also, this digital stabilisation system has been updated with a new algorithm that offers the best stabilisation performance when paired with select OSS-enabled lenses.

Pixel Shift Multi Shooting

This unique compositing mode allows you to achieve even greater resolution than the 61MP sensor affords. Working in conjunction with the sensor-shift image stabilisation, this mode shifts the sensor while making 16 consecutive exposures in order to acquire approximately 240.8MP of information for greater colour accuracy and detail than possible with a single exposure, along with an impressive image size of 19,008 x 12,672-pixels. These files can then be merged together during post-production by using the Sony Imaging software suite.

Accurate Exposure and Colour

New auto-exposure algorithm can detect skin area in faces in order to more accurately balance exposures for portraits. This AE method is approximately 20% more reliable, even in backlit or direct sunlight situations, or even when the subject is not directly facing the camera.

Deep learning technology, along with external visible light and IR sensors, also contributes to more accurate colour reproduction and auto white balance processing.

AI Processing Unit

Using dedicated processing, the a7R V's autofocus is greatly benefitted by more intelligent subject tracking and recognition capabilities along with the reliable hybrid AF system Alpha cameras are known for. Real-time Recognition AF works with seven different selectable target types:

Human, which tracks body and head positions for accurate portraits. Real-time Eye AF performance has also been improved by 60% thanks to the human pose estimation capabilities.

Animal, Bird, and Animal/Bird modes are now 40% more accurate for tracking and recognising a variety of animal types. Recognition of these subjects includes dogs, cats, birds and more, with the ability to pinpoint focus on eyes and recognise animal bodies and heads.

Insect recognition offers even finer performance with the ability to detect the head or entire insect subject.

Car/Train and Airplane recognition means the camera can detect the front part of a train, nose of an airplane, or easily detect the entire fast-moving subject.

Real-time Tracking benefits from AI-based subject recognition for following moving subjects, making it particularly well-suited to sports and action subjects. Also, Human pose estimation allows the camera to 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.

Advanced Fast Hybrid AF

Covering 79% of the full-frame image area, or 100% of the APS-C cropped area, a Fast Hybrid AF system incorporates a dense 693 phase-detection point grid for quick and precise focusing in a variety of lighting conditions with sensitivity down to -4 EV. This focusing system is available for use in all recording modes, to benefit both video and stills applications.

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.

For photographic moving subjects, this AF system keeps up with the top 10 fps continuous shooting speeds, offering full-time AF tracking between each consecutive frame.

In-camera Focus Bracketing is possible, with the ability to record up to 299 frames with sequentially shifted focus points for creating composite images during post-production with greater-than-possible depth of field.

AF During Video Recording

Real-time Eye AF is fully supported during video recording, for subject detection and tracking of human, animal, and bird eyes while shooting.

Focus Map is a unique way of visualising depth of field and functions in a similar way to peaking with a colourful overlay of the scene that indicates which parts of the scene are in front of and behind the focus point depending on the chosen aperture.

A feature carried over from the FX6 digital cine camera, AF Assist lets you intuitively switch over to manual focus control for adjusting focus position when working with AF. This is a quick way to shift selective focus between various subjects in a scene while recording.

Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens

Often referred to as the perfect focal length for portraiture, the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM is a fast short-telephoto prime distinguished by its flattering field of view, advanced optics, and ability to isolate subjects with shallow depth of field. As a G Master lens, too, this lens offers refined sharpness and bokeh quality, championing a pleasing image quality well-suited for portraits, events, and other situations where focus control is paramount.

Premium G Master Optical Performance

Engineered to meet the demanding standards of Sony's G Master series, this lens delivers exceptional sharpness and resolution across the frame. The advanced optical design incorporates an XA (extreme aspherical) element and three extra-low dispersion elements to effectively minimise spherical aberrations, astigmatism, field curvature and chromatic aberrations. Sony's Nano AR Coating further enhances image quality by reducing flare and ghosting, helping maintain strong contrast and accurate colour reproduction even when shooting in challenging lighting conditions.

Bright f/1.4 Aperture and Beautiful Bokeh

The fast f/1.4 maximum aperture provides excellent low-light performance while offering extensive control over depth of field for creative image-making. Whether capturing portraits, details or atmospheric scenes, photographers can achieve strong subject separation with smooth background blur. An 11-blade rounded diaphragm enhances the quality of out-of-focus areas, producing soft, natural bokeh that complements the lens's high-resolution rendering.

Professional Handling and Reliable Operation

Designed for both photography and video production, the lens features a Linear Super Sonic wave Motor (SSM) and internal focusing system for fast, quiet and precise autofocus performance. Dedicated controls including an AF/MF switch, focus hold button and de-clickable aperture ring provide intuitive operation and greater creative flexibility. The dust- and moisture-resistant construction offers dependable performance in challenging environments, while rubberised control rings ensure secure handling in a variety of shooting conditions.

Key Features:

33MP Full-frame Exmor RS Sensor

AI Subject Recognition Autofocus

4K60p 10-bit Video Recording

30 fps Continuous Shooting

F1.4 G Master Prime Lens

What's in the Box:

Sony A7R V with FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens

Sony NP-FZ100 Battery (2280mAh)

Sony ALC-B1EM Body Cap for E-Mount Cameras

Shoulder Strap

Accessory Shoe Cap

Eyepiece Cup

Sony ALC-F77S 77mm Front Lens Cap

Sony ALC-R1EM Rear Lens Cap

Sony ALC-SH142 Lens Hood

Lens Case