Rent the Sony a7 V in Canada — the next-generation full-frame hybrid that takes the hugely popular a7 IV and adds flagship-level autofocus and a faster sensor. It’s a true do-everything body for photographers and video shooters alike. Key points:
33MP full-frame partially stacked Exmor RS sensor (Sony’s first) for fast readout and less rolling shutter
AI-based subject recognition and Real-time Tracking; up to 30 fps blackout-free shooting
7K-oversampled 4K; UHD 4K up to 120p, 10-bit 4:2:2, with S-Log3 / S-Cinetone
Up to 7.5-stop in-body stabilisation; unlimited recording via graphite heatsink
Our thoughts
"The a7 V is the all-rounder pushed to its best yet. The partially stacked sensor means faster, more confident shooting with noticeably less rolling shutter, and the AI autofocus — borrowed from Sony’s higher-end bodies — is a real step up for tracking people and wildlife. For video shooters the upgrades are just as welcome: 4K up to 120p, a full-size HDMI port, and unlimited recording thanks to the heatsink. It’s the body we recommend when someone wants one camera that’s genuinely excellent at both stills and video. If your budget is tighter, the a7 IV is still a brilliant choice; if you’re video-only, look at the FX line — but as a hybrid, the a7 V is hard to fault."
Photo: 100–51,200 (expandable 50–204,800); Video: 100–51,200 (expandable 102,400); up to 16 stops dynamic range
Autofocus
759-point phase-detection (94% coverage), AI subject recognition (people, animals, birds and more), Real-time Tracking
Stabilisation
5-axis in-body, up to 7.5 stops
Continuous shooting
Up to 30 fps blackout-free (electronic) with full AF/AE; electronic shutter to 1/16,000s
Video
7K-oversampled UHD 4K; UHD 4K up to 120p (10-bit 4:2:2, up to 600 Mb/s at 60p); Full HD up to 120p; up to 5x slow motion (Super 35); S-Log3 / S-Cinetone; unlimited recording
Card slots
2 × combo slots, each taking CFexpress Type A or UHS-II SD
Viewfinder
OLED electronic viewfinder
Screen
Fully articulating (vari-angle) touchscreen
Connectivity
Wi-Fi (2×2 MIMO), Bluetooth, USB-C, full-size HDMI (Type A), 3.5mm mic & headphone; webcam & USB-C live streaming up to 4K30
Battery
Sony NP-FZ100 (up to ~750 shots / 210 min video; USB-C power-bank compatible)
The a7 V keeps the 33MP resolution but moves to a partially stacked sensor for faster readout and less rolling shutter, adds AI-based autofocus from Sony’s higher-end bodies, bumps stabilisation to 7.5 stops, and improves video (4K up to 120p, full-size HDMI, unlimited recording). If you don’t need those, the a7 IV remains a great-value hybrid.
No — the a7 V supports unlimited video recording, helped by a graphite heatsink that keeps temperatures in check during long takes.
Yes. It supports the UVC/UAC standard, so it works as a webcam over USB-C with no special software, and can live stream at up to 4K 30p directly over USB-C.
Both slots are combo slots that take either a CFexpress Type A card or a UHS-II SD card. For 4K 120p and the highest bitrates, use CFexpress Type A or a fast V90 SD card. We can add cards to your order.
No — the a7 V is rented as a body so you can choose the lenses that suit your shoot. Add Sony E-mount lenses to your order, and check the ‘Included’ tab for exactly what comes in the kit.
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