Sony Alpha 7 V Arrives with New 28-70mm OSS II Lens

The arrival of the Sony Alpha 7 V alongside the FE 28-70mm OSS II marks a meaningful refresh for creators who want sharper autofocus and more flexible video tools without jumping into cinema gear. Sony packs its new AI-driven Exmor RS sensor and BIONZ XR2 engine into a familiar body while pairing it with a redesigned standard zoom that stays light enough for daily shooting.

AI Autofocus Gets a Serious Upgrade

The highlight of the Alpha 7 V is its boosted Real-time Recognition AF and tighter subject tracking, powered by the updated AI processing unit. With 759 phase-detection points covering 94 percent of the frame and improved low-light performance down to EV -4.0, the camera keeps difficult subjects locked even in unpredictable environments. The new pre-capture function also stores up to one second of frames before the shutter press, making missed action far less likely during wildlife or high-speed sports work.

Better Dynamic Range and Cleaner Color

The partially stacked Exmor RS sensor delivers strong dynamic range up to 16 stops and smooth tonal gradation from shadows to highlights. Sony’s latest AI Auto White Balance helps maintain consistent color in mixed lighting by estimating sources with deep-learning analysis. Imaging Edge Desktop now supports high-resolution RAW workflows, so the Alpha 7 V slots neatly into advanced editing setups without workarounds.

Video Features for Hybrid Creators

Creators working in both stills and video get several advantages: full-frame 7K oversampled 4K at 60p and detailed 4K 120p in Super 35 mode. Full pixel readout eliminates pixel binning artifacts, while Dynamic Active Mode stabilization helps handheld clips look smoother straight out of camera. Auto Framing uses AI recognition to recompose subjects during recording, and an improved internal mic system reduces steady environmental noise for cleaner voice capture.

A Compact Zoom Built for Speed

For users who want an everyday lens optimized for the new body, the FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II offers faster AF/AE tracking performance up to 120 fps when paired with supported cameras. Coordinated stabilization between lens and body keeps handheld shots steady, and the compact design makes it a practical carry solution for travel or casual video shooting. Breathing compensation is supported, making it more reliable for conversational framing and run-and-gun production.

Both products support Sony’s environmental initiatives with 100 percent renewable-energy facilities and reduced plastic packaging. Pricing starts at $2,899 USD for the Alpha 7 V body and $449 USD for the lens. Availability begins December 2025 for the camera and February 2026 for the lens.