TNC Exclusive – We are all waiting for the Sony A7V camera announcement, and not only that, we are also eagerly waiting for the Sony A7S IV. These two cameras need to be updated as soon as possible by Sony. As of August 10, 2025, an anonymous source has dropped some exclusive information into our mailbox at TheNewCamera.com, shedding light on the upcoming Sony A7V, FX3 Mark II, and potentially the Sony A7S IV camera, related to all these models. The insider provided a kind of detailed information related to the sensor and the video capabilities, and we have decided to publish it since it does look legitimate to us.
At the very same time, while these sorts of unverified rumors are subject to change from time to time, they do offer valuable insights to those who love to track the latest information related to the Sony A7V rumors, latest specifications, or information related to the Sony A7S IV camera. Below is the analysis and the quotation of the email, and we have done a sort of professional analysis to the content of the email — so let’s jump into it.
Insider email leak – Direct quote from the source on Sony A7V and A7S IV camera development
Today, on August 10, 2025, we have received this detailed message from a source which is quite familiar with Sony’s prototyping process:
“The new Sony A7V might be using the same sensor as Z8/Z9 modified and slightly cheaper, since the exclusivity use for the sensor will expire before announcement. 44 MP stacked not the same as Panasonic 44 MP not stacked. If they don’t go this route it might be completely new sensor. They have several prototypes at the moment. The 44 MP non stacked is faster than regular A7IV but slow in general. We will see. FX3II / A7S IV is 24 MP as far as I know, comes with a fully stacked sensor and with 2-layer transistors. Same sensor will be used in FX6 II, triple ISO around 800 – 4000 – 25600, night specialist. 6K open gate 120 no crop, 4K open gate 120 fps oversampled from 6K open gate 120fps no crop. That is all, release date this year or early next year if plans do not change. If they change, we will see.”
So this is intel highlighted that has been shared with us, so let’s break down the interesting set of information one by one.
Breaking down the Sony A7V rumor – sensor prototypes and performance upgrades
Let’s analyze the input according to the latest rumor. The Sony A7V camera has multiple prototypes, and this is quite common when we are talking about high-end or semi-professional cameras like the Sony A7V, before they finally enter a production line. The primary rumor centers on a modified 44-megapixel stacked sensor, which is almost the same as that used in the Nikon Z8 and Z9, but entirely adapted for the Sony ecosystem. The source has clearly mentioned that with Nikon’s exclusivity expiring soon, this could be a more cost-effective implementation, potentially putting the Sony A7V in direct competition with the existing Nikon Z8 — a kind of higher-resolution powerhouse for still photographers. The source has also said it has faster readout speeds to minimize rolling shutter in video, and it is a very clear indication the new 44MP sensor will break the Sony limitation barrier of continuous shooting abilities, as we have seen with the Sony A7IV camera, which is limited to 11 frames per second.
Alternatively, the source also mentions that a brand-new 44-megapixel non-stacked sensor exists, but it remains slow in general, suggesting it may help the Sony A7 series expand resolution-wise in stills and video but will keep the limits of continuous shooting speed or higher frame rates in video to protect higher-end model sales.
This set of information suggests that Sony is testing multiple prototypes of the Sony A7V camera with two different 44MP sensors. Yes, the AI chip is coming this year, which will further enhance the autofocus system of the A7 series cameras — possibly even better than the existing Canon offerings in their Canon R6 Mark II camera.
But, it’s interesting he doesn’t talk about 33 MP stacked CMOS sensor, which was rumored earlier
Sony FX3 Mark II / Sony A7S IV rumors decoded – stacked sensors, triple ISO, and cinema-grade video
Now the sensor description of the Sony FX3 Mark II and the Sony A7S IV camera is quite a bit more complex than what we have discussed earlier for the Sony A7V. According to the source, the Sony FX3 Mark II camera or the A7S IV will feature a 24-megapixel fully stacked sensor, and the sensor will incorporate dual-layer transistors — a step up in the efficiency of light gathering as well as data processing capability.
This sensor is also stated to be used in the upcoming Sony FX6 Mark II camera, creating a cohesive ecosystem for professional videographers starting from the Sony A7S IV.
The triple base ISO, which is said to start from 800, 4000, and 25600, means it can easily be tagged as a low-light king or night specialist camera, promising superior low-light performance and a good update from the existing Sony A7S III’s ultra-low-light-sensitive 12MP sensor. Specification-wise, the sensor is able to record 6K open gate at 120 frames per second without any significant crop. This allows professional videographers to capture highly detailed data without any lag or crop.
If this information is true, the upcoming Sony A7S IV, FX3 Mark II, and FX6 Mark II cameras will revolutionize filmmaking with their ultra-high-speed 24MP sensors and amazing low-light performance. The Sony FX3 series as well as the A7S series have always remained a popular choice among filmmakers, and if the above specs are true, they will continue to dominate.
Sony A7 V – Sony A7S IV Release Timeline
The source mentions the release of the Sony cameras in late 2025 and early 2026 if they remain on schedule, if their plans remain unchanged. This suggested date aligns with Sony’s refresh cycle, which generally occurs in the fourth quarter of the year.
However, as we have discussed, a lot of camera specifications depend on beta testers’ reports — what they like and what they don’t like — so everything gets fine-tuned in the final production line version of the camera.
Sony A7V versus Sony FX3 Mark II / Sony A7S IV versus competitors – a quick specification comparison table based on the rumored information we have
To visualize the rumored advancements, here’s a professional comparison table pitting the leaks against benchmarks like the Nikon Z8:
Feature
Sony A7V (Rumored)
Sony FX3II/A7S IV (Rumored)
Current Competitors (e.g., Nikon Z8)
Sensor
44MP stacked (modified Z8/Z9-like) or new prototype; faster than A7IV
24MP fully stacked w/ 2-layer transistors; triple ISO (800/4000/25600)
45.7MP stacked CMOS
Video
Not specified in leak
6K open gate 120fps no crop; 4K 120fps oversampled
8K 60fps, 4K 120fps
Key Strengths
Affordable high-res, prototypes for flexibility
Night/low-light specialist, cinema-grade
High-speed readout, no blackout
Release
Late 2025 or early 2026
Late 2025 or early 2026
Already available
Price Speculation
Slightly cheaper than exclusives
Not specified
~$4,000
Final thoughts about Sony A7V and Sony A7S IV/FX3II rumors
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Philip Bloom is one of my favorite filmmakers and content creators. I started watching videos when he published the GH5 review few years back. Today he published the Sony FX2 Camera review in his channel and I loved watching the whole video, here are the come important parts of the video and pros and cons according to Philip Bloom
Sony FX2 Review: Pros, Cons, and Performance
I have mostly talked about the things it isn’t rather than what it is. Mainly because we’ve seen this camera before as it is an A74 combined with an FX3 and with features from the newer cameras like the A12. But that’s mostly a good thing. But it’s just really the A74 parts with the rolling shutter and the 4K 50p 60p crop that lets it down for me because otherwise it really is a lovely camera and it’s easy to forget that with all the negativity we’ve seen about it. Sony cameras have the best video autofocus, the most customizable buttons and menus for easy operation. They’re just so easy to use. Everything you need to operate it is just there without the need to stop recording and delve into the menus. When I use my Canon R52, for example, it drives me nuts because it’s really maddening to use. There’s so little that I can customize for video and with continued frustrations with things like not being able to hot swap memory cards without stopping recording. I haven’t used the latest Nikon and Lumix cameras to compare, but they do look very good. I would really love to try them. The Lumix S12 especially looks like a huge leap forward for them with excellent autofocus and no crop in 4K 50p and 60p. Although there is a crop when you go higher and lots more video features than we have in Sony cameras currently. But the problem is I just can’t get my hands on them to test sadly which is actually the case for most cameras these days. I have tried.
Pros of Sony FX2:
Has the best autofocus, including animal autofocus for video, effective for birds and cats.
Best video autofocus used on any camera.
Cheapest full-frame cinema line FX camera at £2,700.
Microphone and headphone jacks are at the bottom of the left side, not behind doors.
Two 1/4-20 holes for mounting tripod plates.
Includes an EVF, which tilts for shooting in different positions.
33-megapixel sensor, better for photos than the FX3’s 12-megapixel sensor.
Works like a true Alpha stills camera, with easy switching between video and stills modes.
SNQ setting replaced with fixed and variable frame rate mode, selectable from the main menu or big six menu screen.
Big six menu screen from Sony Venice for quick access to key settings (frame rate, ISO, shutter angle/speed, aperture, picture profile, white balance).
Shot mark button can create a JPEG of a frame.
Easy to use without needing to stop recording to access menus.
Cons of Sony FX2:
Very controversial and unexpected release, not what people wanted.
Uses the same sensor as the A74, with poor rolling shutter performance and 1.5x crop for 4K 50p/60p.
1/4-20 holes for accessories are awkwardly placed, requiring a cage for proper accessory mounting.
EVF tilt gets in the way of accessories due to diopter placement; screen doesn’t tilt, only flips out, causing issues when shooting low.
Vent near the EVF can emit an electrical smell when heated.
LCD screen is the old flip-out, low-resolution panel, lagging behind competitors.
No true 24p recording, unlike FX3 and FX30.
Joystick placement is awkward, especially when using the EVF, and too flush for easy use.
No XAVC-HS support for 25p and 30p recording.
HDMI output in log modes is limited to 1080p; no clean 4K output in dedicated log modes.
Histogram measures viewing LUT or camera assist, not log recording.
Cleaner video display screen doesn’t indicate face priority autofocus mode.
HDMI output set to camera display is windowed, not full screen, and turns off LCD/EVF, disabling touch tracking.
Essentially a combination of A74 and FX3, with A74’s outdated sensor limitations.
No 32-bit float audio as hyped before the announcement
Sony FX2 Future Upgrades and EVF Insights
I really hope that the EVF on the FX2 isn’t an aberration and future FX mirrorless style cameras like this have it as well, just a refined version of it. One that can tilt fully without getting way of accessories. So, yeah, diapter on the other side and maybe removable. The camera itself, it’s a very good camera. It’s not a great camera. It’s just it does feel like the life of it isn’t as long as it could have been had they put in a newer sensor because having a camera that crops for 4K 50 and 60 in 2025 for that amount of money just it just doesn’t feel right. But uh other than that it’s really nice and I’m going to miss it mostly. I’m going to miss the EVF.
So finally, we have some sample images of the Sony RX1R III camera. These are not the higher resolution images we are waiting for, but these images do give us a glimpse of the Sony RX1R III camera’s capability, where you can see the zoomed-in details at 100% level.
Although a 61-megapixel sensor is not new inside Sony, the sensor is already being used inside the Sony A7CR camera and the Sony A7R IVA camera. We already know the level of detail the sensor is able to produce, but again, since the Sony RX1R III camera uses ZEISS 35mm T* lens, expectations rise a bit more that we may see more detail and higher quality lens performance compared to the others.
Sony RX1R III: Available from July 25, 2025, via retailers like B&H Photo and Amazon.com
We will update this post soon as we get sample images of the Sony RX1R III camera.
Sony RX1R III has been announced by Sony after a long gap of 10 years. Read the announcement release here. Below is the detail of the Sony RX1R 3 price in Major consumer countries worldwide. We have also tried to include the shipping dates/details, or what would be the expected shipping date of the RX1R3 camera.
Sony RX1R III Price and Shipping by Country
Country
Expected Price
Shipping Date
USA
$5,098 USD
July 25, 2025
UK
£4,200*
Late August – Early September 2025
Japan
¥660,000
Late August – Early September 2025
Canada
$6,299.99 CAD*
August 2025*
India
₹4,25,000*
Late August – Early September 2025
*Estimated based on currency conversion and market trends. Subject to change.
Shipping Dates
USA: Available from July 25, 2025, via retailers like B&H Photo and Amazon.com
Japan: Announcement on August 8, 2025 / Shipping from Late August – Early September 2025
UK, Canada, India: Expected to be Late August – Early September 2025, pending official confirmation from Sony.
Key Features of the Sony RX1R Mark 3
Sony RX1R III is a flagship Sony Compact camera that uses the latest AI tech and an improved sensor and image processor inside the camera, carrying forward the predecessor’s legacy with pride. Take a look at the major specs:
61 Megapixel Full Frame Sensor, which is directly coming from the Sony A7CR and Sony A7R4A
AI-powered Autofocus, to quickly track moving human beings and animals, as well as moving objects like cars, buses, and bikes
Compact design: the camera comes with a high-quality 35mm f/2.0 ZEISS lens, which ensures the highest optical performance of the camera
The Sony RX1R Mark 3 offers a higher resolution sensor and strong competition to the existing Leica Q3 camera.
Announcement and Shipping Details
Global announcement of the Sony RX1R Mark 3 camera happened on July 15, 2025. We have also published the official press release of the camera. The camera is targeted at an elite consumer base—those who love to have a high-quality portable compact camera in their pocket, irrespective of the price tag.
Asian Market Launch: In the Asian region, the camera will start its appearance from August 8, 2025, in Japan, followed by several announcements in other countries, including India and China.
Why the Sony RX1R Mark 3 Matters
Sony has revived its professional compact camera after nearly 9 to 10 years of gap. The presence of the pro RX1R Mark 3 camera ignites new competition in the premium compact camera world. The RX1R Mark 3 itself carries Sony’s highest-quality 61MP sensor with maximum dynamic range, and on top of that, we have the best optics from ZEISS.
The lens features ultra-wide 12mm coverage and f/1.4 aperture, specifically designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. It is one of the fastest wide-angle prime lenses Sigma ever announced for APS-C sensors. It is an ideal lens for low-light photography, astrophotography, and most importantly, one for vloggers, those who need ultra-wide coverage for travel blogging. The lens also features a dedicated aperture ring, so you can isolate yourself or/subject from the background when you are recording live video without touching the controls of the camera.
Price of Sigma 12 mm F1.4 APS-C E-Mount lens
The price of the Sigma 12 mm 1.4 DC DN is approximately USD $649
Based on Sigma’s reputation for high-quality optics and the latest rumors, here are some anticipated features of the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 APS-C E-Mount lens:
Ultra-Wide 12mm Focal Length: Equivalent 18mm on a full-frame camera, perfect for Vlogging, architecture, landscapes and astrophotography.
Fast f/1.4 Aperture: Best for ultra-lowlight photography and videography.
Compact and Lightweight Design: Sigma’s Contemporary line of lenses is generally compact and easy to carry.
Aperture Ring: A clickable/de-clickable dedicated aperture for smooth transitions while shooting without messing up with camera controls.
Advanced Optics: Inclusion of Super Low Dispersion (SLD) glass and aspherical elements for sharp, high-contrast images with minimal aberrations.
Dust and Moisture Resistance: A robust build for challenging shooting conditions.
That’s the update we have related to the 12mm F1.4 DX DN Lens from Sigma. Stay tuned for more updates.
Sigma recently announced a 17-40mm F1.8 Lens for APS-C cameras (available at B&H Store), we have added the samples of 17-40mm F1.8 on our website. You can check them
According to the latest rumours coming from the webio / rumour mills, the Sony FX8 camera is said to feature 12K resolution, which we have also reported before, and it is expected to arrive in September 2025, possibly at the IBC conference. Now let’s break down the details — the list of rumoured specifications expected to arrive inside the Sony FX8 camera:
Sony FX8 Camera Specification
The new full-frame product, named FX8, will feature a resolution of 12K, which is four times that of the FX9.
It uses a 16:9 cropped 12K full-frame (3:2 aspect ratio, 96MP total pixels) CMOS image sensor.
It doesn’t have internal RAW or X-OCN recording capabilities. Like the FX6, it outputs full-frame crop 3.8K 16-bit RAW to a third-party recorder via SDI at a maximum of 120fps.
The only recording format available is XAVC, which offers 8K30p or 4K60p recording in full-frame and S35 modes.
The readout specifications are not as good as the URSA Cine 12K, as the processor limits it, but it is still a reliable and easy-to-use camcorder that offers high-speed 4K (for FX6 users) and full-frame/Super35 dual-format 8K30p/4K60p (for FX9 users) for creative freedom.
About Sony FX8: Sony FX8 is said to be a professional filmmaker’s cinema camera set to join the Sony FX line, alongside the Sony FX6 and FX9. The camera will undergo a significant upgrade in its core specifications, offering very tough competition to the Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K camera.
According to the latest rumor coming from one of the most trusted and authentic sources of information,n howtofly, Sony is testing a new full-frame macro lens, the FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS.
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