One of my fav megazoom cameras, the Sony RX10 IV has officially been discontinued. As a large-zoom fixed-lens camera in Sony’s lineup, it offered 25x optical zoom, enabling shooting needs from 24-600mm equivalent focal length, making it a top choice for many Sony users. However, this model has now been officially listed as discontinued by some Japanese e-commerce sites (although it is still in stock on overseas platforms like Amazon and B&H). According to current information, Sony has not announced any successor to this model. However, with the increasing popularity of large-zoom fixed-lens cameras from Panasonic and Nikon, whether Sony will release a new model remains to be seen. Are you looking forward to a new model in this series?
Sony has finally announced the VENICE Extension System Mini. The main highlight is its form factor—as usual, it is very portable and able to record 8K videos, weighs approximately 0.54 kg, and is very easy to carry for some special kinds of shoots where portability is the main factor.
This system Mini is compatible with VENICE 2 6K and 8K models, and most importantly, the VENICE 2 6K model is now able to capture 8K resolution with this system, although it will require a system software update.
The improvement that has been made in the System Mini is that you are now getting approximately 4.5m (14 feet) of cable, allowing you to move a greater distance while keeping the head unit of the camera along with the lens only.
The System Mini is based on E-mount, and you can easily use E-mount lenses. It also supports hybrid autofocus with Eye AF tracking. Additionally, you can use PL-mount lenses with the help of an adapter, which in turn also transfers the lens metadata through the input port.
The VENICE 2 System Mini will be showcased at the upcoming NAB 2025 show in Las Vegas, beginning on April 6, 2025. The camera is now available for pre-order at B&H stores.
The Sony FX3 camera was announced back on February 23, 2021. It was a full-frame mirrorless consumer cinema camera. It was made to make cinema cameras within the reach of more and more professionals—those who love to have a compact body with all the possible features of a professional cinema camera. The FX3, at the time of the announcement, had a 12.1-megapixel CMOS sensor that was used in the Sony A7S Mark III camera and featured 4K Ultra HD video recording up to 120 frames per second and 10-bit 4:2:2 XAVC S-I internal recording.
Limitations of Sony FX3
But at the time of the announcement, the camera was lacking an internal RAW video recording mode, and of course, the FX9 also does. But with the FX3, we do have an option to get 16-bit RAW video by the HDMI port, but again, no option to record RAW internally.
The other option that was missing inside the FX3 is open-gate recording, which is now available in almost all Panasonic and Fuji cameras. Even cameras like the Panasonic S9, S5 II, Fuji X-S20, and Panasonic S1R Mark II now offer open-gate recording.
What Rumor Mills Are Saying This Time
A lot of rumors indicate potential upgrades to the sensor, including a global shutter sensor, which is coming from SAR.com
New features are coming inside the FX3 Mark II camera, which will fill the gaps of the first version of this camera.
The first feature that we are about to receive in the FX3 Mark II is an open-gate recording in a 3:2 format, which is almost confirmed. After a very long wait, Sony professional users will be getting open-gate recording in their upcoming professional camera.
The other confirmed set of features includes 12-bit internal RAW internal video recording, which is about to arrive inside this camera. It’s really a kind of exciting moment to see these new features that we have never witnessed or seen in Sony’s professional consumer-grade cameras coming along with the FX3 Mark II announcement.
The Next Cinema Camera from Sony is FX3 II, Arriving before Q3 of 2025.
Why Do Internal 12-bit RAW and Open Gate Actually Matter to Professionals?
A RAW video that a camera records is uncompressed or minimally compressed data, which is directly coming from the sensor without passing through different algorithms, providing the maximum latitude possible for color grading and other post-production adjustments. 12-bit video offers color depth, allowing users to have smooth gradients as well as better dynamic range handling compared to other lower bit-depth or compressed video codecs. So, having these capabilities internally means filmmakers can enjoy filmmaking and can get the maximum possible advantage of the sensor being used inside the camera, which other camera makers are also giving right now.
Another important aspect, professional content creators nowadays use open-gate recording to handle the content for multiple platforms simultaneously. These content creators need to adapt footage for various platforms recording at the same time, and by recording the full sensor, they can crop out aspect ratios required for post-production without losing the video quality of the camera.
It’s a Time for Upgrade
Sony’s higher-end cameras like the FX9 and FX6 do not support internal RAW recording and require an external recorder to capture 16-bit RAW via SDI output, and that’s the most frustrating thing for many professionals out there. That’s why, possibly, they are migrating to different brands such as Panasonic Lumix at this moment. So, the market pressure from the competitors for having internal RAW video recording as well as the open gate has led Sony to innovate these features in the FX3 Mark II (based on the information we have ). If they fail to innovate, they will not remain competitive with others, and that will be a big mess for the brand’s consumer base. Given the success of the FX3 and the growing market demand for hybrid cameras as well as advanced video features, this is the best time for Sony to release the FX3 Mark II camera with extended capabilities.
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According to the latest coming from rumor mill, the Sony A75 camera has been delayed. Earlier, it was expected sometime in April 2025, but the recent information coming from trusted sources of the rumor mill suggests the camera will arrive sometime in late 2025.
The exact reason is not known yet, take a look at what the sources of the rumor mill said about the dealy
Source 1
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
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.
Sony A7S IV announcement this year
Now finally, one more important piece of information related to the upcoming camera—Sony will be announcing the A7S IV camera this year, and that’s the hint that we have received from the rumor mill. It’s not the A7R6 or the A75, which has been delayed, of course. We already have updates on the Sony A93 camera recently, which is not too old with a newer Global sensor and advanced processing power.
The only leftover series that actually needs an URGENT update in the consumer-level mirrorless lineup of cameras is the Sony A7S series, which has been continuously ignored and is still waiting for an update. So, we are expecting the arrival of the A7S4 this year. We will keep you updated as soon as we get any new information related to the upcoming camera.
Sony registered a new camera with the wireless certification agency, and the model code of the camera is WW277226. What we are expecting for now is the Sony A7 V camera, since if we pick up the rumors we just published recently [ Sony A7V surfaced at wireless certification agency and Sony A7 V and Sony 50-105mm F2.8 Lens Coming], it all indicates that Sony is planning to announce the A7 V camera in early 2025, as per the Sony rumor mill that the announcement may happen in March 2025. Generally, whenever camera makers like Sony, Nikon, or Canon register a camera with the wireless certification agency, they take 2–3 months to announce their product in the market. And since the Wireless certification details of the Sony A7V camera surfaced back in December it’s quite obvious that the camera is expected to arrive in March 2025.
Now about WW277226 – it’s one more camera in the two, WW277226 is not Sony A7V it’s something else although the name isn’t known yet. But since it has been surfaced today [on January 21st, 2025] the announcement of the Next ALPHA camera after the Sony A7V is expected sometime in April-May 2025.
Sony Upcoming Camera Model Codes 2025
1. WW 773396 – Sony A7 V [Registered on December 5th, 2024]
2. WW277226 – Model Name Unknown [Registered on January 21st, 2025]
We will update you when we get any new information about the upcoming Sony A7 V camera.
According to the latest, Sony will announce the FE 50-105 F2.8 lens at the end of February 2025. At the same time, Sony is highly likely to announce the Sony A7 V camera in March 2025.
We have gathered a lot of information about the Sony A7 V camera in the past [check all updates here Sony A7 V], and the latest set of details suggests that the camera may feature a 44-megapixel sensor. However, in the past webio (Chinese sources) suggested that there is also the possibility of a 33-megapixel stacked CMOS sensor. So, if we concentrate on all the information received over the past year, it creates two possibilities: either the camera will come with a 44 MP BSI CMOS sensor or a 33 MP stacked CMOS sensor.
Again, we are waiting for further confirmation. If received, we will post an update very soon.
Sony’s upcoming cameras in 2025: Content creators, photographers, and filmmakers are eagerly waiting for the announcement of Sony’s 2025 series of cameras. Specifically, they are very curious about the upcoming Sony A75, Sony FX3 Mark II, and Sony A7S IV. Although the list is not limited to only these three, several other models are also expected to arrive in 2025, as mentioned in the article below.
If they strictly follow their schedule, Sony’s next announcement will most likely be a cinema camera, probably the Sony FX3 Mark II or the Sony A7S IV camera.
But when will the Sony A7V camera arrive? According to current rumors, it is expected to arrive on or before April 2025 (90% chance). However, if delayed, the announcement could be extended to October 2025.
Recent rumors suggest that Sony is testing prototypes with the IMX366 sensor, which has a 44-megapixel resolution. The good thing about this sensor is that despite being a non-stacked sensor, the readout speed is very fast. The camera will be paired with Sony’s latest BIONZ X image processor and AI chip. This is not the first time we have gotten hints of a 44 Mp sensor, check here Unbelievable! Sony A7 V May Feature a 44-Megapixel Sensor
This looks impressive if the camera arrives with Sony’s latest IMX366 sensor. It will surely raise the competition level. Again, the model will have a decent price increase, and it will likely fall in the same category as the existing Canon R5 camera.
2. Sony FX3 Mark II
According to the latest information, there is a very high possibility that Sony will announce the Sony FX3 Mark II camera in 2025. Of course, there was a set of leaked specifications coming out from Chinese forums suggesting that the Sony FX3 Mark II camera may have a global sensor from the A9 III, but I am not convinced by these rumors.
Along with that rumor, we also have hints from rumor mills suggesting that we may see a 24-megapixel partially BSI stacked sensor, similar to the one recently seen in the Nikon Z6 Mark III camera, inside the Sony FX3 Mark II.This would enable the camera to record 6K video at up to 60fps and 4K video at up to 120fps.
So, that seems a bit more feasible. As soon as I get any updates related to the upcoming FX3 Mark II camera, I will post them on my website.
3. Sony A7S Mark IV
Apart from these two (FX3 and A7 IV), we have the Sony A7S Mark III update pending, which was announced on 28 July 2020. If you compare the announcement dates, the most outdated A7 series mirrorless camera right now is the Sony A7S III camera. So the Sony A7S IV announcement is Imminent in 2025.
Several rumors in the past have pointed to a new sensor, an image processor, and the introduction of an AI chip inside the A7 series. As we all know, the A7S series is designed for sensitivity, making it a high-performance series. It is also tailored for professional cinematographers who love the A7-style body with professional videography features they generally find in FX series cameras.
Now, here comes the contradiction: if Sony updates the FX3 Mark II camera, they may further postpone updates to the A7S series for at least one more year, to protect the FX3 II camera sales. On the other hand, if they update the A7S III camera—meaning they announce the A7S Mark IV camera—then there is a slight possibility that the FX3 Mark II update could be delayed by at least a year.
4. Sony RX1R Mark III
Let’s discuss the RX1R Mark 3 camera. A competitor of the Leica Q3, it is expected to be announced sometime in the year 2025.
The Sony RX1R series was in a kind of hibernation state for a while, but right now, the rumors are getting very strong regarding their next full-frame camera with a 61 MP BSI stacked sensor that we have seen in the Sony A7R 5 camera. The lens is expected to remain the same—the 35mm F2 lens—but this time, the camera will also feature an advanced AI Processing Unit. So, more or less, it will become one of the most advanced full-frame compact cameras in the world and a direct competitor and even a budget alternative to the existing ultra-popular Leica Q3.
5. Sony FX30 Mark II
As per the latest rumors, Sony is currently testing two different prototypes of the FX30-style body. One has a 26MP sensor with the latest BIONZ XR image processor, and the other body carries a 40MP sensor with the advanced BIONZ XR image processor and, of course, a dedicated AI chip. Now, it’s very interesting to see which of the models is selected for the final production line.
To be very clear, if they select the FX30 prototype with the same 26MP sensor and an updated BIONZ XR image processor as well as the dedicated AI chip, that means a subtle upgrade in the core specification of the camera and we won’t notice a major price hike, That being said, the FX30 II camera price will remain similar to the FX30’s announcement price.
But if they bring out major upgrades and select the 40MP camera prototype with 8K video recording capability, then for sure we will also witness a Major price hike in the FX30 series camera, and most importantly it can be announced as Sony FX30 R camera.
Sony FX30 Mark II Specification
Sensor: 26Mp / 40MP APS-C BSI CMOS. [Sony testing our High Resolution sensor too, possibly for FX30 II or FX 30 R]
Processor: BIONZ XR with advanced AI chip.
Video:
8K recording support.
Enhanced 4K oversampling.
AI Features:
Predictive autofocus for humans and 3D objects.
Advanced subject recognition and tracking.
AI Auto-Reframing and Dynamic Composition.
Build: compact FX30 style, durable body.
Target Audience: Professional videographers and creators.
The possibilities remain exciting, but they exist in the realm of speculation until officially confirmed.
6. Sony ZV-E1 Mark II
The Sony ZV-E1 Mark II is rumored to be announced sometime in 2025. The Sony ZV-E1 was announced back on 29 March 2023, but unfortunately, the camera has a weak heat sink unit. That’s why most professional content creators and podcast creators hesitated to buy this particular model. Early reviews of the ZV-E1 camera suggest it can overheat during 4K 60p video recording, under hot and humid conditions, longer recording sessions are not possible with this camera.
Another big reason was the absence of 4K 120 FPS and Full HD 240 FPS modes in this camera. Despite paying a huge amount to get this body, most users complained that they were not able to access the 4K 120 FPS mode, which is present in the Sony A7S Mark III camera. Moreover, the hardware specifications of both cameras are almost identical.
Specifications of Sony ZV-E1 Mark II Camera
Sensor: Full-frame 12MP.
Processor: BIONZ XR with AI.
Video: 4K 120 FPS, Full HD 240 FPS.
Heat: Improved heat sink.
AF: Enhanced AI Eye AF.
Build: Durable, vlog-friendly.
Connectivity: Advanced wireless/streaming.
So, Sony may refresh this model with the ZV-E1 Mark II camera by adding the latest series of BIONZ XR image processors and an AI Processing Unit, as well as unlocking modes like 4K 120 FPS and Full HD 240 FPS in the new version of the camera. The most important thing they missed in the original ZV-E1 was the very weak or poor heat management system. This time, at least, they should add a proper heat sink mechanism that won’t allow the camera to overheat while recording in uncontrolled weather conditions.
Let’s hope for the best that Sony will announce the ZV-E1 Mark II camera in 2025 with a set of upgrades that will allow users to buy it for professional use.
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