A couple of days ago, Sony announced the A7 V, its latest full frame mirrorless camera which succeeds the Sony A7 IV. The fifth iteration of mainline Alpha 7 bodies, the A7 V is packed with notable upgrades, such as a 33MP partially stacked sensor, 30fps blackout-free burst shooting, faster autofocus with more subject detection modes, and so on. When I heard the news, I was itching to get my hands on the camera — and it happened yesterday when Sony U.K. & Nordic invited me to London, U.K.
I spent a day learning about the cutting-edge technology packed into the A7 V. Sony says that the A7 V is an "entry-level professional" camera — the middle-ground between an enthusiast and professional body. The A7 V has borrowed tech from pro cams, such as the A1 II, while introducing some new, nifty features. In our press briefing with Sony's U.S. team, they described it as a "baby A1 II".
