🔥 Sony A7V Coming Early December — New Leaked Image Revealed!
Today we finally got the new Canon R6 III, but in just one month we’ll see the Sony A7V!
According to two sources, Sony will announce the camera in early December. A small initial batch is expected to ship before Christmas, while most photographers will likely receive theirs in January.
I also received a new leaked image showing the front of the camera. As expected, there’s no C5 button, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the camera won’t include pre-capture functionality.
There’s no confirmation yet about any new lenses being unveiled alongside the A7V, but three new Sony lenses are reportedly scheduled for release in the coming months:
- 100-400mm f/4.0 GM
- 100-400mm G (variable aperture)
- ultra wide angle f/2.0 GM zoom
The sources haven’t shared any specifications yet, but here’s what we’ve gathered over the past month:
- 33MP sensor (unclear if same of the A7IV or new partially stacked)
- improved Fps rate (15fps?)
- 8 stops IBIS
- new AI chip like the Sony A1II
- 4 way fully articulating screen
- 2x dual Type A SD slot
- no C5 button
- Same Sony A7rV body design.
- price close to $3000
- Announcement in early November
- Limited batch ships before Christmas
So that’s it for now! I hope we will soon get the definitive answer about the sensor…is it new or not?
The massive Sony holiday savings started today and you can find them on those pages at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama. And the additional $50 cashback has been extended to January 1st!
Sony Camera rebates:
- $500 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A1 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $900 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A7R V at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $200 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A7CR at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $700 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A7 IV at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $200 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A7C II at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $500 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A7 III at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $300 off and $50 cashback on the Sony A7C (Silver) at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $300 off and $50 cashback on the FX30 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
- $100 off on the Sony A6700 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $100 off on the Sony ZV-E10 II (Black) at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $100 off on the Sony A6400 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- $100 off on the Sony ZV-E10 (Black) at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
To share rumors please reach out using my anonymous contact form or contact me via eMail, Signal, Telegram. Thanks! To not miss any new rumor subscribe our Newsletter:
Social Networks:
- Subscribe my youtube channel: Usually I do post the rumors there 15-30min in advance before I post them on SAR
- Follow me on Twitter: Yep, I paid for the blue check so that you will actually see me.
- Follow my page on Facebook: Be sure to select “Favorites” to be notified when there is a new article online
- Follow me on Instagram: Ok, this one is more tricky as I am currently getting lost having fun with Ai images :)
Canon R6III vs Sony A7IV comparison!
full spec comparison chart can be found here at BHphoto
I provided ChatGPT with the full Canon R6 III specifications and transcripts from a dozen respected YouTube reviewers, then asked it to create a detailed comparison between the Canon R6 III and the Sony A7 IV.
📸 SENSOR & IMAGE QUALITY
Canon R6 Mark III: 32.5 MP BSI CMOS (non-stacked)
Sony A7 IV: 33 MP BSI CMOS (non-stacked)
➡ Tie – Both sensors are very close in resolution and dynamic range.
⚡ SPEED & BUFFER
Canon: 12 fps (mechanical) / 40 fps (electronic) + RAW pre-capture (≈ 0.5 s before press)
Sony: 10 fps max (mechanical or electronic) (no pre-capture)
➡ Canon wins by far – 4× faster, pre-capture records before you even react, and the new CFexpress Type B slot clears buffers up to 5× faster. Wildlife testers confirmed ≈ 200 RAWs at 40 fps before slowdown.
🎯 AUTOFOCUS & SUBJECT DETECTION
Canon: Dual Pixel AF II + Deep Learning AI, registers faces (10 people / 6 groups), tracks animals, birds, vehicles with face priority. Works down to –6.5 EV.
Sony: Real-Time Tracking AF with human & animal eye AF (+ bird mode since firmware v2.0). Works down to –4 EV.
➡ Canon wins – The new “face registration” and steadier small-subject tracking outperform Sony’s AF in complex scenes.
🪄 STABILIZATION
Canon: up to 8.5 stops IBIS + lens IS sync
Sony: 5.5 stops IBIS
➡ Canon clearly ahead – Stable handheld video even at 600–1200 mm and razor-sharp 1/5 s stills.
🎥 VIDEO CAPABILITIES
| Feature | Canon R6 III | Sony A7 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 7K RAW Open Gate → 4K | 4K 60 (1.5× crop) |
| 4K 60 / 120 | No crop 60 / slight crop 120 | Crop 60 / no 120 |
| Bit Depth & Codecs | 12-bit RAW / 10-bit C-Log 2 & 3 / HLG / PQ | 10-bit 4:2:2 S-Cinetone |
| HDMI | Full-size | Full-size |
| Overheating | Moderate (≈ 30 min 4K60 @ 22 °C before 2 bars) | Minimal but lower data rates |
➡ Canon wins decisively – 7K RAW oversample, C-Log 2/3, waveforms, false color and full HDMI bring it into pro-video territory. Sony is strong for hybrid use but less advanced for video work.
🧠 REAL-WORLD USABILITY
Canon’s field tests highlight its wildlife excellence: fast, accurate AF; reliable tracking on tiny birds; impressive high-ISO sharpness (up to ISO 12 800 clean). Pre-capture proved “game-changing.” Sony feels slower for bursts and less intuitive in AF-mode switching.
🌙 LOW-LIGHT & DYNAMIC RANGE
Both perform well up to ISO 12 800. Canon’s BSI design offers strong detail retention; Sony retains slightly more shadow latitude at base ISO.
➡ Tie / slight Canon edge at high ISO; Sony edge in shadow dynamic range.
📁 MEDIA & CONNECTIVITY
Canon: CF Express Type B + UHS-II SD, full HDMI, mic + headphone, USB-C PD power.
Sony: 2× UHS-II SD (or limited CF Express Type A slot).
➡ Canon wins – faster cards, pro connectors, cleaner tethering.
🔋 BATTERY & THERMALS
Canon: LP-E6P battery, good thermal control (but 7K RAW heats up).
Sony: NP-FZ100 battery = slightly longer photo runtime.
➡ Tie – Canon better for video power, Sony for stills longevity.
💡 ERGONOMICS & BUILD
Both are weather-sealed magnesium bodies. Canon’s grip and menus are praised for comfort; Sony for customization.
➡ Canon favored by most reviewers for handling and workflow.
💰 PRICE (Nov 2025)
Canon R6 III ≈ € 2 799 / $ 2 799
Sony A7 IV ≈ € 1 949 / $ 1 998
➡ Sony wins on price (≈ $ 800 less).
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Tie |
| Speed / Burst | Canon R6 III |
| Autofocus | Canon R6 III |
| IBIS | Canon R6 III |
| Video | Canon R6 III |
| Dynamic Range | Slight Sony |
| Battery Life | Slight Sony |
| Ergonomics / Ease | Canon R6 III |
| Price / Value | Sony A7 IV |
🔥 FINAL TAKE
If you’re a hybrid shooter or wildlife / sports photographer, → Canon R6 Mark III is the clear winner: faster bursts, pre-capture, superior AF, 8.5-stop IBIS, and pro-grade video tools.
If you’re budget-conscious or primarily a portrait / studio shooter, → Sony A7 IV remains an excellent alternative with mature color workflow, longer battery life, and slightly better shadow recovery.
Canon R6III announced…but the Sony A7V is coming soon!
Preorders:
Canon R6III at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK.
Canon 45mm f/1.2 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK.
This is a fantastic release from Canon! It matches the Sony A7 IV’s resolution but offers more speed, better video, and a bunch of extra features. And good news — I just got confirmation that the Sony A7 V is coming veeeeeeery soon! Stay tuned, that rumor is dropping today 😉
Full leaked Canon R6III specs and images….will the Sony A7V beat this?
Here are the full leaked images and specs of the Canon R6III (Canon EOS R6 Mark III — B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoKoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, Wex UK)
Canon EOS R6 Mark III – Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
- Type: 35.9 × 23.9 mm CMOS
- Effective pixels: Approx. 32.5 megapixels
- Total pixels: Approx. 34.2 megapixels
- Aspect ratio: 3:2
- Low-pass filter: Built-in/fixed
- Sensor cleaning: EOS integrated cleaning system
- Colour filter: RGB primary colour
- Sensor-shift IS: Up to 8.5 stops advantage at centre and 7.5 stops at edges (depending on lens)
Image Processor
- Type: DIGIC X
Lens
- Mount: RF / RF-S (compatible with EF & EF-S via mount adapter)
- Focal length: 1.0× with RF lenses, 1.6× with RF-S lenses
Focusing
- Type: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
- AF system points: 100 % coverage (horizontal & vertical) in Whole Area AF mode
- AF working range: EV −6.5 – 21 (at 23 °C, ISO 100)
- AF modes: One Shot AF, Servo AF, AI Focus AF
- AF methods: Automatic selection from 1053 AF areas
- AF point selection: 1-point AF, AF point expansion (4 or 8 points), Flexible Zone AF (3 sizes), Whole Area AF
- AF tracking: Humans (eye/face/head/body), Animals (dogs, cats, birds, horses), Vehicles (cars, motorbikes)
- AF lock: When shutter button half-pressed / assigned button
- AF assist beam: Built-in LED or external flash
- Manual focus: Via lens or menu selection
- Focus bracketing: Supported with in-camera depth composition (JPEG/HEIF/RAW/CRAW)
Exposure Control
- Metering modes: Real-time image-sensor 384-zone metering (Evaluative, Partial, Spot, Centre-weighted average)
- Metering brightness range: EV 3 – 20 (at 23 °C, ISO 100, evaluative)
- AE lock: Auto or manual button in P, Av, Tv, M modes
- Exposure compensation: ± 3 EV (1/3 stop increments, AEB up to 7 frames)
- Anti-flicker shooting: Yes (100 Hz / 120 Hz)
ISO Sensitivity
- ISO range: 100 – 102 400 (expandable to 204 800) / Auto ISO 100 – 25 600
Shutter
- Type: Electronic & mechanical focal-plane shutter
- Speed: 1/8000 – 30 s (½ or ⅓ stop increments), Bulb; Electronic up to 1/16000 s
- Release lag: Approx. 50 ms
White Balance
- AWB (ambience priority / white priority) + Presets (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom)
- White balance compensation: Blue/Amber ±9, Magenta/Green ±9
- Custom WB: 4 settings (still & video)
- WB bracketing: 3, 5 or 7 frames / Selectable Blue/Amber or Magenta/Green bias
Viewfinder
- Type: 0.5-inch OLED colour EVF
- Resolution: 3.69 million dots
- Refresh rate: Up to 120 fps
- Magnification: Approx. 0.76×
- Coverage: Approx. 100 %
- Eyepoint: 23 mm (from eyepiece lens centre)
- Dioptre correction: −4 to +2 m⁻¹
- Brightness: Auto or manual (1–5 levels)
- Exposure simulation: On / Off toggle
- Display styles: Display 1 / Display 2 (with black border option)
- Colour tone modes: Warm / Standard / Cool 1 / Cool 2
- Performance: Smooth (119.8 fps) / Power saving (59.94 fps)
Sensor / Display Performance
- Exposure simulation for still photo shooting: Yes
via CanonRumors
Next Black Friday early deal: Save Up to 70% on all Sirui gear!
We already have a bunch of early Black Friday deals:
- Up to 70% off on Sirui gear (Click here).
- You now save up to 77% on the Luminar Neo software (Click here). Add our checkout code “SAR” to get additional 10 Dollar/Euro discount!
- The massive Sony holiday savings started today and you can find them on those pages at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama
- Save big on Tamron lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
- Save big on Ugreen gear on Amazon.
Sony A7V rumor from China: Sony A7V in the hands of early testers
A usually reliable Weibo account reports:
The Sony A7M5 camera will be released soon, and sources have just revealed that they’ve already gotten their hands on one and are currently testing whether it uses a stacked 33-megapixel image sensor.
It’s going to be hot the next hours on SAR!
–
To share rumors please reach out using my anonymous contact form or contact me via eMail, Signal, Telegram. Thanks!
To not miss any new rumor subscribe our Newsletter:
Social Networks:
- Subscribe my youtube channel: Usually I do post the rumors there 15-30min in advance before I post them on SAR
- Follow me on Twitter: Yep, I paid for the blue check so that you will actually see me.
- Follow my page on Facebook: Be sure to select “Favorites” to be notified when there is a new article online
- Follow me on Instagram: Ok, this one is more tricky as I am currently getting lost having fun with Ai images :)