Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII Available for Pre-Order Now! ($1,198 from B&H Photo | Amazon)
Pre-Orders begin shipping Friday, August 16th

Key Features

• 20.1MP 1″ Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ X Image Processor & Front-End LSI
• ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* f/2.8-4.5 Lens
• 24-200mm (35mm Equivalent)

Mixing speed, reach and portability, Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII ($1,198 from B&H Photo | Amazon) is the seventh-generation of the best-in-class pocket-sized RX100 camera and the second to feature the impressive 24-200mm-equivalent ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* lens that covers wide-angle to telephoto focal lengths for greater shooting flexibility in a variety of conditions. Making use of the extended range is a redesigned 20.1MP 1″ Exmor RS CMOS sensor, along with an improved BIONZ X image processor, for fast shooting performance, high sensitivity to ISO 12800, and UHD 4K video recording.

Updated sensor design provides improved speed and enables blackout-free continuous shooting up to 20 fps for easier subject tracking. Single Burst Shooting also permits shooting at an extreme 90-fps setting for working with the fastest moving subjects. The sensor’s design also provides a 357-point hybrid AF system for quick and accurate focus performance and subject tracking in both stills and video modes. A stacked design and front-end LSI also contribute to quickened operation and enhanced image quality. Video performance also remains impressive with the incorporation of S-Log3 and HLG gamma settings, and High Frame Rate shooting allows you to record at up to 960 fps for slow-motion playback.

Retaining the classic sleek form factor of an RX100, the VII still has a pocketable stature despite the extended zoom lens. A pop-up 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder is a sleek means for eye-level viewing or, alternatively, a 3.0″ 921.6k-dot LCD touchscreen can be used.

Utilizing an advanced stacked structure with an integrated DRAM chip, the updated 20.1MP 1″ Exmor RS CMOS sensor of the RX100 VII is able to deliver outstanding image quality from ISO 100-12800 with incredibly fast performance. This sensor stacks the pixel area, a high-speed signal processing circuit, and memory in order to increase data throughput and deliver features such as Single Burst Shooting, an Anti-Distortion shutter, UHD 4K video, and more. This 1″ sensor also has 357 phase-detection AF points and 425 contrast detection areas for faster, more precise focusing.

This sensor is paired with a revised BIONZ X image processor and front-end LSI, which dramatically improve the speed and throughput of the entire imaging system, enabling blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 20 fps with continuous AF/AE calculations being performed at 60 times per second. The Single Burst Shooting function also permits recording up to seven frames, in raw or JPEG, at 90 fps, 60 fps, or 30 fps for capturing the fastest of moments. The front-end LSI and enhanced sensor performance also improve overall image quality, especially at higher sensitivities, by reducing noise and offering higher perceived resolution and color definition.

Spanning an impressive 24-200mm equivalent range, the integrated ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* lens suits photographing in a wide range of situations. Now covering wide-angle to mid-telephoto, the updated zoom range affords greater shooting versatility while still retaining a compact form factor due to the f/2.8-4.5 maximum aperture range. The optical design incorporates eight aspherical elements, including four advanced aspherical (AA) elements, to greatly reduce aberrations and distortions in order to achieve high sharpness and accurate rendering. ZEISS T* anti-reflective coating has also been applied to suppress reflections and glare for improved contrast and color fidelity.

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Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII Available for Pre-Order Now! ($1,198 from B&H Photo | Amazon)
Pre-Orders begin shipping Friday, August 16th

Sony Announces RX100 VII Premium Compact Camera Featuring a9 Speed and AF Performance with Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF

Key Features

• Newly developed 1.0-type stacked 20.1 MP Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor with DRAM chip and latest generation BIONZ X™ image processor

• Alpha 9 level speed performance with up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second and 20fps blackout-free shooting with AF/AE tracking

• World leading 357-point focal-plane phase-detection AF + 425-point contrast-detection AF with world’s fastestv 0.02 sec focus acquisition speed

• Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for humans and animals

• ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm F2.8 – F4.5 Large Aperture High Magnification Zoom Lens

• New Single Burst Shooting Drive Mode at up to 90fps speed

• Pro-level movie functionality including 4K HDR (HLG), Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for movie shooting, 4K Active SteadyShot™, Vertical-position data recording for movies and integrated microphone jack

SAN DIEGO — July 25, 2019 —Sony Electronics today announced a new addition to its award-winning series of RX compact cameras: the RX100 VII (model DSC-RX100M7). Utilizing technologies that were previously available only in Sony’s acclaimed Alpha 9 full-frame mirrorless camera, the RX100 VII achieves new levels of performance in a compact camera, in both stills and movie shooting.

The RX100 VII is powered by a newly developed 1.0-type stacked 20.1 MP Exmor RS CMOS image sensor and the latest generationBIONZ X image processor, which work together to deliver peak autofocus and speed performance that has never before been available in a compact camera. Flexibility of shooting is ensured by a ZEISS®Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mmviiiF2.8-4.5 high magnification zoom lens, making the RX100 VII a versatile choice for all types of shooting scenariosand users, ranging from photo enthusiasts to professionals.

“The RX100 VII sets a new standard for performance in compact cameras,” said Neal Manowitz, deputy president of Imaging Products and Solutions at Sony Electronics. “Sony will continue to drive innovation in the world of imaging, constantly pushing to empower creators with the most capable tools that allow them to realize their vision, and create like they have never been able to before.”

New Standard for AF Performance in a Compact Camera

The RX100 VII offers a world-leadingv357 focal-plane phase-detection AF points and 425 contrast-detection AF points. In addition, thanks to a newly optimized lens drive control, the world’s fastestv0.02 secviAF acquisition time is realized. A major leap in AF/AE tracking performance during continuous shooting[i]means the camera performs AF/AE calculations up to 60 times per secondiiand captures fast moving action at 20fpsiiiwith AF/AE tracking, ensuring that each moment is shot with swift and accurate focus.

In addition, the image sensor realizes blackout-free shootingivfor a completely live view, even when continuous shooting at 20fpsiii; the same experience as the Alpha 9.The RX100 VII also debuts a new drive mode, Single Burst Shootingix, for capturing the perfect high-speed shotat up to 90fpsxin JPEG/RAW format utilizing the anti-distortion shutter. Single Burst Shootingixallows the photographer to frame fast moving action and shoot as if taking a single shot, but the camera will actually deliver seven still images taken at 90fps, 60fps or 30fps, so the user can select the perfect moment.

For the first time in a compact camera, the RX100 VIIintroduces advanced Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF capabilities. Real-time Tracking utilizes Sony’s latest algorithm, including artificial intelligence-based object recognition to ensure that subjects can be captured with excellent accuracy, even via the touch panel on the rear screen. Real-time Eye AF, the latest version of Sony’s acclaimed Eye AF technology, employs A.I.-based object recognition to detect and process eye data in real time. This results in improved accuracy, speed and tracking performance of Eye AFfor both humans and animalsvii, which allows the photographer to concentrate exclusively on composition[ii].

Movie Making Marvel

The compact and lightweight characteristics of the RX100 VII (approx. 302g / 102mm x 58mm x 43mm[iii]) mean it can always be carried and has mounting flexibility that larger cameras simply cannot match.

Despite the small form factors, there are a multitude of pro-level movie making capabilities, including:

4K in-body movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning in high bit rate XAVCS™xi

Real-time Tracking and Real-time Eye AF for video

4K Active SteadyShot that is 8x more effective than 4K Standard SteadyShot[iv]

Industry standard 3.5mm microphone input[v]

Hybrid Log-Gammaxii(HDR) / S-Gamut3.Cine / S-Log3, S-Gamut3 / S-Log3

Compatibility with Movie Edit add-on from the ‘Imaging EdgeTM’ mobile application for movie stabilization and editing

Vertical-position data recording for movies[vi]

Interval Shooting[vii]for stunning time-lapse videos

Super Slow Motion[viii]recording at up to 960fps

180-degree flip screen for ease-of use while vlogging

Shooting Grip Kit for Vloggers

Sony will also be introducing a Shooting Grip Kit (DSC-RX100M7G), which includes an RX100 VII and Shooting Grip (VCT-SGR1) that allows for easy recording and zooming right at your fingertips; Bracket with Accessory Shoe; and two Rechargeable Battery Packs(NP-BX1)[ix]. Pair this kit with an external microphone (sold separately), such as the Sony Stereo Microphone (ECM-XYST1M) which mounts onto the bracket’s accessory shoe and allows for a convenient and simple vlogging setup.

New Jacket Case for the RX100 Series

Sony has also introduced a new leather-look body case for the RX100 series(LCJ-RXK), which includes a lens jacket and shoulder strap to protect the camera from bumps and shocks. Available in black, it provides easy access to the microphone jack and USB terminal, which enables charging and image transfers without the need to remove the case.

Pricing and Availability

The RX100 VII compact camera will ship in August 2019 for approximately $1,200 US and $1,600 CA.

The RX100 VII Shooting Grip Kit will be available later in 2019 for approximately $1,300 US and $1,700 CA.

The LCJ-RXK jacket case will ship in August 2019 for approximately $85 US and $110 CA.

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII Available for Pre-Order Now! ($1,198 from B&H Photo | Amazon)
Pre-Orders begin shipping Friday, August 16th

Check out all the new features of a7R IV in the Official Sony a7R IV Brochure available for download here

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Sony a7R IV ($3,498 Pre-order from B&H Photo | Amazon | Adorama) Pixel Shift Mode includes a new 16-shot mode that shifts the sensor in half-pixel increments to capture 16 separate images that can be combined to create whopping 240.8 mp (19,008 px x 12,672 px) RAW files using the next’s version of Sony’s Imaging Edge Desktop software.

Interval delay between shots can be set to: shortest, 1 sec, 2 sec, 3 sec, 4 sec, 5 sec, 10 Sec, 15 Sec, 30 Sec

When Pixel Shift Mode is selected, the camera automatically switches to silent shooting, continuous mode and uncompressed raw

You can shoot 16 shot mode, you can select either to combine the full 16 captures for a 240.8 mp RAW or if you prefer to keep the file to 60.2 mp, you can select to use just 4 of the 16 images using the upcoming version 2.0 Imaging Edge Desktop software. Download Imaging Edge software.

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Pre-orders begin shipping September 12 in the USA

Sony a7R IV Features a 61 Megapixel Gapless Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor, Dual UHS-II Card Slots, Focus Point Color Selection, Real Time Tracking, Enhanced Eye AF, Animal Eye AF, Wi-Fi RAW Tethering and Adds 4:3 & 1:1 Aspect Ratios!

The next generation high-resolution fullframe Sony mirrorless camera you’ve been asking for is here…and earlier than anyone expected! Sony a7R IV ($3,498) Pre-order from B&H Photo | Amazon | Adorama includes everything you like about a7R III plus MUCH more! Let’s take a look at what’s new and improved…

61 Megapixel Back-Illuminated CMOS Sensor

Sixty-One Megapixels – the most ever for a fullframe camera sensor is sure to grab the headlines for its 9504 x 6336 px (60.2 mp) resolution. As usual Sony didn’t just bump the resolution up a bit from 42 to 45mp and call it a day. Sixty-One megapixels is a significant jump that you can actually see in the images – not merely in the specs.

Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor features gapless on-chip lens structure, improved low light performance and anti-reflective sensor coating. There’s no low pass filter to provide highest resolution and 15 stops dynamic range. Enhanced Detail Reproduction Technology and Area Specific Noise Reduction were designed specifically for its 61 mp sensor.

Pixel Shift Adds 16-Shot Mode for 240.8 mp RAWs

Pixel Shift Mode now includes both the original 4-shot mode as well a new 16-shot mode that shifts the sensor in half-pixel increments to capture 16 separate images that can be combined to create whopping 240.8 mp (19,008 px x 12,672 px) RAW files using Sony’s Imaging Edge Desktop software.

Interval delay between shots can be set to: shortest, 1 sec, 2 sec, 3 sec, 4 sec, 5 sec, 10 Sec, 15 Sec, 30 Sec

When Pixel Shift Mode is selected, the camera automatically switches to silent shooting, continuous mode and uncompressed raw

You can shoot 16 shot mode, you can select either to combine the full 16 captures for a 240.8 mp RAW or if you prefer to keep the file to 60.2 mp, you can select to use just 4 of the 16 images using the upcoming version 2.0 Imaging Edge Desktop software. Download Imaging Edge software.

Focus Point Color Selection!!!

Hurray!!! No more Gray Focus Points. You can now choose to display Flexible Point in either white or red!
Menu > Custom Settings 1 > Focus Frame Color > White / Red

White Focus Frame color is an excellent choice when shooting colorful subjects

Red Focus Frame color is an excellent choice when shooting a predominantly white scene such as portraits on white seamless, snow scenes or a white building…

4:3 & 1:1 Aspect Ratios

Sony a7R IV supports 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9 Aspect Ratios. I’ve been pushing for Sony to add this feature….forever! Firmware Update 5.00 added 1:1 aspect ratio to Sony a9. Now Sony finally adds both 4:3 & 1:1 to a7 Series!

Two UHS-II SD Card Slots

FINALLY! Card Slot 2 is upgraded to UHS-II so now both card slots are now UHS-II compatible. As before you can set recording for redundancy simultaneously record to both cards, Sort stills & video or Raw and Jpeg to different cards or simply choose to record to one card slot at a time and automatically rollover recording to the next card slot. Menu > Setup 5 > Record Media Settings > Auto Switch Media > On

Please Note: Unlike a7 Series III & a9 cameras, Card Slot 1 is now the top card slot

Phase Detection AF Points Increased to 567

Phase Detection AF points jump to 567 points (up from 399 points on a7R III.) Phase Detection now covers 74% horizontal and 99% vertical of the sensor. Contrast segments remain unchanged at 425.

PDAF Extended to F11

Sony a7R IV adds an additional stop sensitivity allowing PDAF down to F11. This allows PDAF with the FE 100-400 F4.5-5.6 GM lens using both the FE 1.4 & 2x TC or FE 200-600 F5.6-6.3 G lens with a FE 1.4 TC.

Focus Priority Aperture Drive Opens the Aperture During Focus

Another request that’s been on my list for quite some time is the option to focus wide open instead of at the shooting aperture and Focus Priority appears to offer this option with certain lenses.

I tested Focus Priority Aperture Drive setting with the new Sony FE 35mm f/1.8, the lens focuses at f/2.2 or wider, while Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM stoped down to focus at the selected aperture. I am uncertain if this can be implemented to older lenses via lens firmware updates or if it’s lens specific behavior.

Focus Priority works with both AF-S and AF-C the difference is that in AF-S, the lens stops down once focus is achieved while AF-C remains open and only stops down to shoot. Just as you’d expect.

Low Light Shooting Improved to -3 EV

Improved low light shooting with autofocus sensitivity extended to -3 EV, which is a one stop improvement from a7R III (rated to -2 EV)

Wi-Fi Tethering!!!

It’s now possible to tether to a laptop and send RAW files via either a direct or Access Point 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi Connection using the upcoming version 2.0 Imaging Edge Software. Download Imaging Edge Software.

Menu > Network 1 > PC Remote Function > PC Remote Connected Method >
USB / Wi-Fi Direct / Wi-Fi Access Point

You can also select the Wi-Fi Frequency:
Menu > Network 2 > Wi-Fi Settings > Frequency Band > 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz

Needles to say, 61 megapixel Raws will transfer a lot faster with 5 GHz if your other hardware supports it.

Real-Time Tracking

Sony a7R IV adds Real Time Function from Sony a9 (Firmware 5.00 and later) Subject Tracing enhanced using a9 Artificial Intelligence. Tracking can be assigned to custom key or touch tracking enabled,

Real-Time Eye AF & Eye Select

Like the functions found in Sony a9 FW Update 5.00 & a6400, a7R IV gets Real-Time Eye AF compatible with Real-Time Tracking and Eye Selection. In most instances Auto does a great job of selecting the eye nearest the camera, but if you want to lock in the right or left eye, you can select it here:

Right/Left Eye Select: Auto, Right, Left

Sony a7R IV + FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lens | 1/800 | F1.8 | ISO 100 (Auto Eye Select) (Click to Enlarge)

Click to See Crop of Eye at 100%

Sony a7R IV + FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lens | 1/800 | F1.8 | ISO 100 (Left Eye Select) (Click to Enlarge)

Real-Time Eye AF for Animals

Sony a7R IV also ships with Real-Time Eye AF for Animals.

Subject Detection: Human/Animal (Please Note that Animal Eye AF will not work with Real Time Tracking)

Real-Time Eye AF for Movies

Great news for video shooters! Real-Time Eye AF is now supported for Movie recording.

61 MP at 10 FPS Mechanical Shutter

Sony a7R IV can shoot 61 Megapixels with flash at a whopping 10 Frames-per-Second with its mechanical shutter!

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens + Profoto B1 AirTTL Flash | 1/250 | F8 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Mechanical Shutter – 10 FPS Max
Mechanical Shutter with No Viewfinder Blackout – 8 FPS Max
Silent Shooting – 7 FPS Max

Up to 68 Images per Continuous Burst

Sony a7R IV’s buffer will hold 68 fullsize Compressed Raw or Extra-fine Jpeg images – or roughly three times that number in APS-C Crop mode. When using high speed UHS-II cards, the buffer clears extremely quickly while you continue to shoot.

Physical Updates:

Improved OLED Viewfinder

Sony a7R IV gets an improved OLED Viewfinder up to 5,760,000 Dot from the previous 3,686,400 Dot OLED viewfinder

Redesigned Grip

Those of you with big mitts like me will appreciate the newly redesigned grip which is a bit deeper yet still provides a bit more room for your fingers between the grip and the lens mount.

The new Sony a7R IV grip (right) is deeper yet has more room for your fingers between the grip and lens mount than a7R III (left),

New VG-C4EM Vertical Grip

Thanks to tweak in the camera design every generation a7 camera got a new vertical grip and this is no exception. Like the previous model, VG-C4EM Vertical Grip ($398) holds two NP-FZ100 Lithium-Ion batteries

Sony a7R IV + VG-C4EM Vertical Grip

Lock/Unlock Button in EV Dial

Some Sony users strongly requested a lock to the EV Dial to avoid unwanted changes to that setting. Other users, like myself, were vehemently opposed to one since a lock makes adjustments a two finger operation.

Sony managed to find a clever solution that should make both sides happy with a Lock/Unlock Button

• Press the lock button down and the EV Dial is locked
• Press the lock button again and it pops up so the EV Dial can spin.

Redesigned Rear Dial

For those of you shooting in cold weather wearing gloves, Sony made the rear dial a bit more prominent.

Improved Joystick

Sony a7R IV’s joystick has been improved for a more tactile feel and better grip.

Redesigned Port Covers

This is another thing that seems to change with every generation a7 camera and it seems like Sony finally nailed it. The covers for the microphone, headphone, Micro-HDMI, USB-C, Multi-Terminal and PC terminal ports are all tucked beneath solid and sensible covers.

Weather-sealed Battery Door

The weakest link in a7R III weather-sealing is the battery door which Sony addresses with a small gasket on the re-designed battery door. It’s a small change but a necessary one.

Improved Dampening of Low-Vibration Mechanical Shutter

Every generation of a7R thus far has arrived with an upated shutter mechanism. Sony again improved dampening of their mechanical shutter specifically to minimize vibrations for their new 60 megapixel sensor. This dampening also makes the mechanical shutter noticeably quieter.

Since I was testing the FE 35mm f/1.8 on a7R III at the same time I tested a7R IV, I can absolutely say a7R IV’s shutter is quite noticeably quieter and softer than a7R III.

Fullframe File Sizes

Compressed Raw ≈ 59.8 mb
Uncompressed Raw ≈ 117.2
Jpeg L Extra Fine ≈ 17-22
Jpeg L Fine ≈ 9.5-13.6 mb
Jpeg L Standard ≈ 6-7 mb

Jpeg Size Options (Fullframe): L 60mp, M 26mp, S 15mp

26.2MP Capture in APS-C Crop Mode

Thanks to its new 60.2mp sensor, APS-C Crop mode results in 26.2mp capture

APS-C Compressed Raw ≈ 25.55 mb
APS-C Uncompressed Raw ≈ 50.7 mb
APS-C Jpeg L Extra Fine ≈ 10-11 mb
APS-C Jpeg L Fine ≈ 5 mb
APS-C Jpeg L Standard ≈ 3.3 mb

Jpeg Size Options (APS-C): L 26, M 15mp, S 6.5mp

JPEG Sharpness Settings Expanded to +/-5

Sharpness Settings for Jpeg are expanded from previous +/-3 range up to +/-5

5.5 Stop Image Stabilization

Sony a7R IV features a new image stabilization system that uses internal gyroscope data to improve image stabilization to 5.5 stop. Image Stabilization is active during Live View & Focus Magnification

Improved Custom Auto White Balance Options

You can now choose three types of Auto White Balance: Standard, Ambience or White AWB

AWB can be Locked with Shutter Release

Auto White Balance can also be locked to a half press or full press of the shutter release.

Menu > Custom Settings 1 > Color/WB/Img Processing2 > Shutter AWB Lock >
Shutter Halfway Down / Continuous Shooting / Off

Interval Shoot Function

Previously released on a9 FW 5.00 and a6400, a7 Series finally gets interval shooting as a menu item.

Menu > Custom Settings 1 > ShootMode/Drive1 > Interval Shoot Function >
• Interval Shooting > On/Off
• Shooting Start Time > 0 min 01 sec to 99 min 59 sec
• Shooting Interval > 1 sec to 60 sec
• Number of Shots > 1 to 9999
• AE Tracking Sensitivity > High / Mid / Low
• Silent Shooting in Interval > On / Off
• Shoot Interval Priority > Off / On

Focus Area Limit

Included from Sony a9 (Firmware Update 5.00) & a6400), Focus Area Limit allows you to turn off focus areas you don’t use. I highly recommend turning off Center and Flexible Spot Small Areas

Signature a7R IV Strap

I’ve read a few complaints on photography forums that previous a7 Series camera straps are all simply marked “Sony a7” prompting some a7R Series users to complain their camera had a “lowly a7” on the strap. Grumble no more. Sony a7R IV comes with a new style strap that now carries the Sony a7R IV Signature.

What’s in the Box

Sony a7R IV body, a7R IV Strap, USB Charging/Tethering cable, NP-FZ100 Lithium-Ion battery, Cable Lock

New Accessories for a7R IV

Sony VG-C4EM Vertical Grip

Sony VG-C4EM Vertical Grip ($398) is designed for Sony a7R IV mirrorless cameras. It offers both double battery capacity and a more comfortable grip when shooting in the vertical orientation. The grip accepts either one or two NP-FZ100 batteries to increase the effective battery life for longer shooting sessions, and the batteries can be charged in the grip while attached to the camera via the body’s USB port. The grip’s design maintains the same layout as the camera body itself, and includes a secondary shutter button and Multi Selector for intuitive use. The VG-C4EM grip is built from magnesium alloy and is dust- and moisture-resistant to match the weather sealing of the camera itself.

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Sony ECM-B1M Digital Shotgun Microphone

Sony ECM-B1M Digital Shotgun Microphone ($348) is an ultra-compact camera-mount digital shotgun microphone designed for mobile video creators working with Sony cameras equipped with the Multi Interface Shoe. Released alongside the a7R IV, which benefits from its built-in Digital Audio Interface, the ECM-B1M is able to produce its best quality by delivering a digital audio stream directly to the camera through the Multi Interface Shoe. Other Sony cameras with the standard Multi Interface Shoe can still make use of the microphone as there is a selectable digital/analog output.

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Sony XLR-K3M Digital XLR Adaptor Kit with Microphone

Sony XLR-K3M ($598) is a dual-channel digital XLR audio adapter that allows you to connect microphones and other audio sources to cameras equipped with a Multi Interface Shoe. Released alongside the a7R IV, which benefits from its built-in digital audio interface, the adapter is able to produce its best quality by delivering a digital audio stream directly to the camera through the Multi Interface Shoe. Other Sony cameras with the standard MI Shoe can still make use of the microphone as there is a selectable digital/analog output. XLR-K3M features two XLR-1/4″ combo mic/line inputs with 48V phantom power, and a 3.5mm stereo input with plug-in power, all with individual level controls.

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a7R IV Specs:

Lens Mount: Sony E
Camera Format: Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
Pixels Actual: 62.5 Megapixel
Pixels Effective: 61 Megapixel
Maximum Resolution: 9504 x 6336
Aspect Ratio: 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Sensor Type: CMOS
Sensor Size: 35.7 x 23.8 mm
Image File Format: JPEG, RAW
Bit Depth: 14-Bit
Image Stabilization: Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

ISO Sensitivity: Auto, 100 to 32000 (Extended: 50 to 102400)
Shutter Speed: Mechanical Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Second + Bulb Mode
Shutter Speed Movie Mode: 1/8000 to 1/4 Second
Metering Method: Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multiple, 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: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
Continuous Shooting: Up to 10 fps at 61 MP for up to 68 Exposures (JPEG)
Interval Recording: Yes
Self Timer: 2/5/10-Second Delay

Recording Modes: XAVC S
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p [60 to 100 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/120p [16 to 100 Mb/s]
AVCHD
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i [17 to 24 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes: 4:2:2 8-Bit
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/50i/50p/59.94i/59.94p
Recording Limit Up to 29 Minutes
Video Encoding NTSC/PAL
ISO Sensitivity Auto: 100 to 12800
Manual: 100 to 32000
Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Stereo)
External Microphone Input (Stereo)

Focus Type: Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode: Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 567
Contrast Detection: 425
Autofocus Sensitivity: -3 to +20 EV

Viewfinder Type Electronic (OLED)
Viewfinder Size 0.5″
Viewfinder Resolution: 5,760,000 Dot
Viewfinder Eye Point: 23 mm
Viewfinder Coverage: 100%
Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.78x
Diopter Adjustment: -4.0 to +3.0
Monitor Size: 3″
Monitor Resolution: 1,440,000 Dot
Monitor Type: Tilting Touchscreen LCD

Built-in Flash: None
Flash Modes: Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless
Maximum Sync Speed: 1/250 Second
Flash Compensation: -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System: S-TTL
External Flash Connection: Hot Shoe, PC Terminal

Memory Card Slot: 2 x SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity: 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Micro-B, USB 3.0, USB Type-C
Wireless: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
GPS: None
Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Battery: 1 x NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2280 mAh (Approx. 530 Shots)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.07 x 3.8 x 3.05″ / 128.9 x 96.4 x 77.5 mm
Weight 1.46 lb / 665 g

Images:

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens + Profoto B1 AirTTL Flash | 1/250 | F9 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens + Profoto B1 AirTTL Flash | 1/250 | F9 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens + Profoto B1 AirTTL Flash | 1/250 | F10 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Lens | 1/160 | F5.6 | ISO 200 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/200 | F9 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/400 | F5.6 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/40 | F7.1 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/80 | F9 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/160 | F7.1 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/125 | F4.5 | ISO 200 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens | 1/30 | F40 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/250 | F8 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

Sony a7R IV + FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens | 1/160 | F9 | ISO 100 (Click to Enlarge)

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Pre-orders begin shipping September 12 in the USA
There’s already a huge demand for this camera. The best way to get one is by pre-ordering