The launch of the Sony A7V is postponed and another E-mount full-frame camera is expected sooner!

Back in December and in January Sony did register two new camera codes. Usually this means we should get an official announcement within 3-4 months. But now I have a bad news (and two small good news):

The very same sources that gave me correct info about the just announced two new 16mm and 400-800mm G lenses told me that the Sony A7V launch has been likely postponed by a few months. I made a quick summary of what they told me:

Source 1 (long time trusted source):

The Sony A7V is ready but Sony is waiting for Canon R6III to make the first pricing move in this segment, and are willing to postpone the A7V launch if they have to.

Source 2 (new source, but I believe he can be trusted):

The Sony A7v will be delayed, unfortunately a lot.
It could be so bad that it won’t come until the end of the year, late autumn at the earliest. This is information I have received from the depths of Sony.

Source 3 (trusted source):

Sony is still having problems producing enough Sony A1II cameras. This is also a reason why they are waiting with the launch of the new A7V. The production of the A1II should reach the targets by the end of March/April.

Reminder:

Sony OFFICIALLY registered two new cameras in December and January,  and I think one of those might be the A7V. This is another indication that the A7V would indeed be ready for launch, but Sony prefers to wait.

TWO good news:

  1. Another new camera coming: One of the sources also told me that now that the A7V has been delayed, Sony is planning to introduce another E-mount full frame ‘niche’ camera in the spring. I should have some information about this camera soon.
  2. A stunning GM lens coming soon: One trusted source told me about a “stunning” GM lens that should be announced in Spring. More about that soon on SAR!

Recap:

It’s disappointing to hear that the A7V is coming later than expected. I hope that at least the long wait will be worth it and that the specs will be great and it won’t be another ‘lukewarm’ update like we had with the Sony A1II. But I hope to be able to bring you some joy with rumors about this next “other” camera and the GM lens ;)

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Sony 16mm and 400-800m G lenses to be announced today!

Sony didn’t tease anything but I am going to tell you that today at around 2-3pm London time Sony will announce the two new lenses. A source also added some more tidbits on the 400-800mm G:

  • it is just slightly larger than a 200-600, almost not noticeable,
  • and the whole feel is like that lens. What is different is:
  • tripod foot is not removable without tools, unlike most of the Sony feet so far.
  • Lens hood has a button like usually G lens hoods, and also the window for rotating filters.
  • And the lens IS sharp, very sharp, unlike some rumors suggested so far. Tried it on a7IV, a1 and a9III.
  • I think it is going to be a winner for anyone who needs this range.

Sony 400-800mm f/6-3-8.0 G lens specs:

  • 11 aperture blades
  • 19 lens groups with 27 lens elements
  • OSS
  • internal zoom
  • 105mm filter thread
  • full time DMF switch
  • minimum focusing distance varies between 1.7m-3.5m
  • far-mode starting at 8m (instead of the usual 10m)
  • supports teleconverters
  • 2.475kg
  • 119.8mm wide x 34.6cm long
  • Shipment start: March
  • Price: 2999€ (USD price possibly around $2,500)
  • Preorder links: BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, WexUK.

Sony 16mm f/1.8 G lens specs:

  • 11 aperture blades
  • 15 lens elements in 12 groups (including AA, ED and super ED glass)
  • aperture ring (de-clickable)
  • same XD linear focussing motor as the 14mm GM
  • 15cm minimal focussing distance
  • 73.8mm + 75mm
  • 304grams
  • Shipment start: April
  • Price: 999€ (USD price possibly around $849)
  • Preorder links: BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, WexUK.

Samyang will also announce a new Full Frame E-mount zoom this week!

I have been told that this week Samyang will announce a new autofocus zoom lens for the Sony E-mount system. My source also said that “there would be a surprising news anyone expected about the brand“. No idea yet what this means…

If you have more info about this (or rumor about any other company) you can share send me a message using this contact box, SIGNAL, or at sonyalpharumors@gmail.com. Thanks!

Full leaked Sony 400-800mm and 16mm lens specs!

I got the full Sony lens specs for you! These lenses will be announced on February 26 at 3pm London time!

Sony 400-800mm f/6-3-8.0 G lens specs:

  • 11 aperture blades
  • 19 lens groups with 27 lens elements
  • OSS
  • internal zoom
  • 105mm filter thread
  • full time DMF switch
  • minimum focusing distance varies between 1.7m-3.5m
  • far-mode starting at 8m (instead of the usual 10m)
  • supports teleconverters
  • 2.475kg
  • 119.8mm wide x 34.6cm long
  • Shipment start: March
  • Price: 2999€ (USD price possibly around $2,500)
  • Preorder links: BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, WexUK.

Sony 16mm f/1.8 G lens specs:

  • 11 aperture blades
  • 15 lens elements in 12 groups (including AA, ED and super ED glass)
  • aperture ring (de-clickable)
  • same XD linear focusing motor as the 14mm GM
  • 15cm minimal focusing distance
  • 73.8mm + 75mm
  • 304grams
  • Shipment start: April
  • Price: 999€ (USD price possibly around $849)
  • Preorder links: BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, WexUK.

If you have more info about the next Sony cameras and Sony/Zeiss lenses you can share send me a message using this contact box, SIGNAL, or at sonyalpharumors@gmail.com. Thanks!

New Panasonic Lumix S1rII is rumored to use the new 44MP Sony sensor….here are the impressive specs!

As you know, Sony announced the 44MP IMX366 sensor 1-2 years ago. It’s a high speed sensor that may or may not find its way into the future new Sony A7V. My gut still tells me that the A/V will retain the 33MP resolution… but I have a curious competitor rumor: Panasonic will announce a new S1rII next week that has a new 44MP sensor. I suspect it will be a variant of the new Sony IMX366 sensor, and the rumored specs are impressive (Source: L-rumors.com).

Full Panasonic Lumix S1RII specs (preorder here soon):

  • New 44 MP “high speed” sensor
  • 40fps in electronic shutter
  • 10fps in mechanical shutter
  • 8 stops image stabilization
  • 176 MP High Res with sensor shift…handheld(!) and by combining 8 images.
  • 1.5 second pre-capture
  • 8k30p
  • 4K120 without crop
  • 8,1K Open-Gate will be released later with a Firmware Update
  • 6K ProRes RAW HQ internal recording
  • Internal RAW Video Recording: ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422 plus Proxy Recording
  • You can record on external SSD via USB-C
  • Frame marker for 2.39:1, 2.35:1, 2.00:1, 1.85:1, 16:9,
    4:3, 5:4, 1:1, 4:5, 9:16 and Custom
  • 32 Bit Float audio
  • Multi-Angle-Screen like A9III/A1II
  • Body size about the same of the Lumix S5II (just a tiny bit thicker)
  • Weather-sealed and ventilated
  • RED record button in front of the camera on the corner near the mount
  • red Tally in front and on the back fo the camera
  • Price around $3,500
  • Announcement: Feb 25, 2pm London time

This camera aims to compete against the Canon R5II and Nikon Z8. Imagine the A7V would have those specs for $2,500…I know I am dreaming and this is NOT going to happen!