If you’re a thrill-seeker (yes, even risking your money!), you might want to support this bold new approach to photography. The Neomix AI Glasses, equipped with a Sony 21MP sensor, let you capture photos in a whole new way. They’re now up for backing on Kickstarter [click here to check them out].
I believe smart glasses will play an important role in our future, not only for photography but also as a replacement for some smartphone functions. However, these new Neomix glasses come from a little-known Chinese company. If you decide to back this project, be prepared for the very real possibility of losing your money.
SG-Image announced that its new AF85mm F1.8 full-frame autofocus lens will be released on September 25th. It weighs only 380 grams, has a 58mm filter interface, and an STM stepping motor.
Sorry readers, I have a question to a source that only contacts me through the contact form. So I have to publish this post:
Dear source S, you claim the A7V sensor is new. I wanted to ask you something different: Have you noticed something “special” on the the Sony A7V ports? I know one “feature” and if you can mention it…it would be proof you are sharing correct info about the right prototype. Thanks!
To readers: Will mention soon what this new “feature” is ;)
From the image below it appears the camera has a 33MP sensor:
Take this with a grain of salt: according to the source, the camera was running on a very early software build installed on a prototype, full of bugs and errors and might show wrong data. The source only had a brief chance to handle the camera and couldn’t confirm specs. So at this stage we don’t know whether the A7V will:
Use the same A7IV sensor with tweaks to improve dynamic range, speed, and video quality
Feature a new 33MP partially stacked sensor
Or adopt a completely different resolution sensor, with the software still needing updates to fully match its performance
Let’s discuss the worse case scenario: What Sony calls a “new” sensor is, in reality, just a slightly tweaked A7IV sensor. And if they believe they can launch a $3,000 camera in 2025 that still suffers from cropped 4K video, lacks a redesigned A1II–style body for better handling, and expect buyers to be impressed simply by the addition of a new AI chip—then they’re making a big mistake. Competitors like the Nikon ZR, Lumix S1 II, and Canon C50 have proven that the days of intentionally limiting the performance of a mid-level full-frame camera are over. Keep in mind: the A7V will likely stay on the market for the next four years. With these specs, it would already feel outdated from day one.
Let’s discuss the better scenario: If the new Sony A7V comes with a 33MP partially stacked sensor (or any other next-gen sensor), delivers uncropped 4K, and adds the new AI chip, then it could easily be a real winner.
One more thing: The source sent me also video and more images of the A7V. But he has not allowed me to post them because you see the surroundings, reflections on LCD and hands of people. Hopefully I can share some more images in the next days…and what’s more important the real final specs! So please keep in mind that while I am certain the leak is real, I am not certain about any specs yet!
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Sony A7V confirmed info:
Announcement in October/November
4 way articulating screen
No Sony A1II grip design
AI chip
dual SD-Type A slot
Sony A7V unconfirmed info:
33MP sensor (unclear if “tweaked” or totally “new”)
And also almost all Sony lenses just went up in price — tough news for US customers. Sure, holiday discounts are coming, but they’ll probably only offset today’s price hikes rather than give you real savings.
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Big thanks to the source who tipped us off early — helping our readers save some cash 😉
