Where's the Sony A7 V? Here's the Sony Xperia 1 VII instead, and it's pricier than some Alpha cameras (including full-frame ones!)

A Sony Alpha 1 camera with a lens alongside a sleek Sony Xperia 1 VII, both set against a black background.

While everyone is wondering why Sony is focusing on camera phones instead of releasing the A7 V, it just announced the new Xperia 1 VII. We'll just have to hang tight until the A7 V arrives (which, according to the camera rumors, is expected to be this summer – though it might be pushed back again).

So let's use the time to take a look at this new Sony phone that is powered by Alpha technology and equipped with Zeiss lenses – and let's also discuss the price point, especially since some of Sony's mirrorless cameras can be found cheaper than the Xperia 1 VII (like the Sony A6600, A7C and our old favorite A7 III.