Sony a7 V to be Announced in early December 2025

After Canon has officially announced the EOS R6 Mark III, the long awaiting Sony a7 V now confirmed, it will be officially announced in early December 2025.

Sensor:

• 33MP sensor. It's unclear if this is the same as the a7IV or a tweaked/partially stacked version. Some rumors point to a faster readout speed.

Autofocus:

• New AI chip, similar to the Sony a1 II, for improved autofocus.
• Next-generation AI-powered autofocus.
• Improved subject detection, including human, animal, bird, and vehicle.
• Real-time Eye Autofocus, also designed to recognize animal eyes.

Image Stabilization:

• 8 stops IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization).

Video:

• 4K video recording at various frame rates.
• 4K 120fps or 6K video capabilities are possible.
• 4K at 60 frames per second oversampled from 6K.
• Potential open gate functionality.

Body and Design:

• Same Sony A7rV body design.
• 4-way fully articulating screen.
• Improved EVF (Electronic ViewFinder), possibly 5.6m dot resolution.

Other Features:

• Improved FPS rate (15fps).
• Dual Type A SD card slots.
• No C5 button.
• Improved dynamic range and low light performance.
• Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).
• Customizable menu system inspired by the Alpha 1 Mark II.

Price:

• Around $3000.

via: https://www.gearinstock.com/sony-a7-v-pre-order-in-stock-availability-tracker/