Sony ILCE-7M5 Alpha 7 V Mirrorless – Full-Frame Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with AI Autofocus & 4K Video

Quick Overview
Sony Alpha 7 V ILCE-7M5 is a high-performance full-frame mirrorless camera offering 33 MP resolution, AI-driven autofocus, and 4K video capabilities for seamless creative expression.

The Sony Alpha 7 V ILCE-7M5 fuses cutting-edge image resolution, speed, and AI technology in one compact camera. Featuring a 33.0 MP full-frame partially stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor paired with the newly developed BIONZ XR2™ imaging engine, it delivers stunningly detailed stills and blackout-free burst shooting up to 30fps. Powered by advanced AI-based real-time recognition autofocus and tracking, this camera excels in detecting human, animal, bird, and vehicle subjects, even under challenging conditions.

Designed for creators who demand versatility and NDAA compliant, the Alpha 7 V ILCE7M5 supports 7K oversampled 4K 60p video with full pixel readout, 4K 120p recording in APS-C mode, and innovative 5-axis image stabilization ensuring clear handheld shots. Its durable, dust- and moisture-resistant magnesium alloy body and intuitive multi-angle touchscreen make it ideal for professional photography and advanced videography applications. Perfect for enthusiasts and professionals alike, this camera combines high-performance imaging with intuitive operation.

Features:

  • 33 MP Exmor RS™ CMOS sensor
  • BIONZ XR2™ image processor with AI
  • Blackout-free 30fps burst shooting
  • 759-point phase-detection AF covering 94%
  • 5-axis image stabilization (up to 7.5 stops)
  • 7K oversampled 4K 60p video
  • 4K 120p recording in APS-C mode
  • AI-based Real-time Recognition AF & tracking
  • Dust and moisture resistant magnesium alloy body
  • Multi-angle 4-axis touchscreen monitor
  • Dual USB Type-C ports with Power Delivery
  • Extended RAW processing on PC
  • Pre-Capture and Continuous Speed Boost

Applications:

  • Professional Photography
  • Wildlife Tracking
  • Sports Action
  • Low-light Shooting
  • Portrait Photography
  • Event Videography
  • Studio Work
  • Travel Photography
  • Vlogging Livestream
  • HDR Imaging

Movie Recording Formats

  • XAVC HS 4K: 4K up to 120p, 4:2:0 10-bit and 4:2:2 10-bit, up to 280 Mbps (frame-rate and bitrate options for both NTSC and PAL regions).
  • XAVC S 4K: 4K up to 120p, 4:2:0 8-bit and 4:2:2 10-bit, up to 280 Mbps with multiple frame-rate and bitrate presets.
  • XAVC S HD: Full HD 1080p up to 120p, 4:2:0 8-bit and 4:2:2 10-bit with a range of bitrates for slow motion and standard recording.
  • XAVC S-I 4K: All-Intra 4K up to 60p, 4:2:2 10-bit, up to 600 Mbps for robust post-production workflows.
  • XAVC S-I HD: All-Intra Full HD up to 60p, 4:2:2 10-bit, up to 222 Mbps for high-quality HD mastering.

Movie & Streaming System

  • Video compression: XAVC S (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264), XAVC HS (MPEG-H HEVC/H.265).
  • Audio recording: LPCM 2ch/4ch up to 24-bit, 48 kHz (with compatible Multi Interface Shoe accessories).
  • Network streaming resolutions: up to 4K 30p and Full HD 60p, plus 1440p and 720p options.
  • Streaming video formats: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 or HEVC/H.265 depending on protocol.
  • Protocols supported: RTMP, RTMPS, SRT for flexible live workflows.
  • USB streaming: up to 4K 30p or Full HD 60p with LPCM 2ch audio.

Camera Section

  • Total pixels: approx. 35.7 megapixels; effective: approx. 33.0 MP (stills), approx. 27.6 MP (movies).
  • Sensor type: 35 mm full-frame Exmor RS CMOS, with optical low-pass filter and anti-dust system.
  • Color temperature range: 2500 K to 9900 K.
  • Supplied accessories: NP-FZ100 battery, shoulder strap, body cap, shoe cap, eyepiece cup, lens hood, front and rear caps (kit lens version).

Dimensions & Weight

  • Dimensions (W x H x D): approx. 130.3 × 96.4 × 82.4 mm; approx. 130.3 × 96.4 × 72.3 mm from grip to monitor.
  • Body only weight: approx. 610 g (1 lb 5.6 oz); with battery and card: approx. 695 g (1 lb 8.6 oz).

Power & Consumption

  • Power consumption (LCD): stills approx. 2.6 W; movies approx. 4.7 W (with FE 28–70mm lens).
  • Power consumption (EVF): stills approx. 3.1 W; movies approx. 4.7 W (with FE 28–70mm lens).
  • USB power and in-body charging via USB Type-C with USB PD support.
  • Battery life (CIPA): up to approx. 630 shots (viewfinder) / 750 shots (LCD); up to approx. 210 min continuous movie recording.

Flash & Exposure

  • Flash compensation: ±3.0 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 step increments; pre-flash TTL control.
  • Flash sync: 1/250 s (full-frame), 1/320 s (APS-C) with compatible Sony external flash.
  • Metering: 1200-zone evaluative metering, sensitivity EV -3 to EV 20 (ISO 100, F2.0 lens).
  • Exposure compensation: ±5.0 EV in selectable 1/3 or 1/2 step increments.
  • ISO (stills): ISO 100–51200 (expandable 50–204800) with AUTO range 100–12800; ISO ranges adjusted for movie and stabilization modes.
  • Anti-flicker shooting: supported when not using the electronic shutter.

Autofocus & Recognition

  • AF system: Fast Hybrid AF with up to 759 phase-detection points for stills and movies.
  • AF sensitivity: EV -4 to EV 20 (ISO 100, F2.0 lens in AF-S).
  • Subject recognition (stills/movies): Auto, Human, Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Airplane.
  • AF tools: AF assist, focus map, peaking display, AF transition and subject shift controls for video.

Still Image Recording

  • Formats: JPEG, HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2), RAW (Sony ARW 6.0), plus RAW & JPEG / RAW & HEIF combos.
  • Image sizes (3:2 full frame): L 7008×4672 (33 M), M 4608×3072 (14 M), S 3504×2336 (8.2 M).
  • Continuous shooting: up to 30 fps (electronic) or 10 fps (mechanical), frames depending on format and card.

Viewfinder & LCD

  • EVF: 0.5-type Quad-VGA OLED, approx. 3.68M dots, 0.78× magnification, diopter -4.0 to +3.0 m⁻¹.
  • Finder frame rates: Standard 60 fps or High 120 fps.
  • LCD: 3.2-inch TFT, approx. 2.1M dots, multi-angle (up 98°, down 40°, side 180°, rotation 270°), touch-enabled.

Interface & Connectivity

  • Wireless LAN: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) including 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands (region dependent).
  • HDMI: Type-A with up to 4K 60p output, YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit / RGB 8-bit.
  • Audio I/O: 3.5 mm mic input and 3.5 mm headphone output, digital audio via Multi Interface Shoe.
  • USB: Dual USB Type-C ports (USB 3.2 10 Gbps and USB 2.0), mass-storage/MTP PC interface.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 for remote control and device connectivity.
  • Network functions: FTP transfer (wired LAN via adapter, USB tethering, Wi-Fi), smartphone remote shooting, file transfer.

Image Stabilization & Drive

  • 5-axis in-body image stabilization with center up to 7.5 stops and periphery 6.5 stops (CIPA 2024 standard).
  • Movie stabilization modes: Dynamic Active, Active, Standard, or Off.
  • Drive: Hi+ up to 30 fps (electronic), Hi+ up to 10 fps (mechanical), depending on conditions and card.

Playback & Other Features

  • Playback: enlarged view, rating, protection, Shot Mark (movie), divider frames, crop, photo capture from video.
  • Creative tools: Creative Look, Picture Profile, time-lapse, Auto Framing, Pre-Capture, Continuous Shooting Speed Boost.
  • Accessibility: screen reader, menu magnification, mode dial control set and other assistive functions.

Available Model Options

The ILCE-7M5 (Sony α7 V) and ILCE-7M5M/B (Sony α7 V Kit) are the same camera body, with the only difference being what is included in the box.
  • ILCE-7M5 (or ILCE-7M5/B): Refers to the camera body only (usually indicated by the 'B' for black).
  • ILCE-7M5M/B (or SEL28702 Kit): Refers to the camera body bundled with the FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS zoom lens.