Sony a7R VI Mirrorless Camera & Underwater Housing Announcement

We’re incredibly excited to get our hands on the new Sony a7R VI and put its underwater photo and video capabilities to the test. With its high-resolution 66.8MP stacked sensor, advanced AI-powered autofocus, improved stabilization, and impressive 8K video features, the Sony a7R VI looks like a major step forward for underwater imaging. We’re especially eager to see how it performs beneath the surface for wide-angle, macro, and fast-moving marine life shooting. Stay tuned for a full hands-on review coming soon! Sony Electronics introduces the Sony a7R VI, the sixth generation of its celebrated Alpha 7R series. Built on the series' legacy of leading resolution, this full-frame mirrorless camera pairs an approximately 66.8 effective megapixel back-illuminated, fully-stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with the new BIONZ XR2 engine. The result: exceptional resolution, accurate color, and reliable performance across subjects ranging from people in motion to wildlife to expansive landscapes. Sony also introduces the XLR-A4 XLR adaptor to expand on-camera audio capabilities for professional productions, including 32-bit float recording. We expect Aquatica, Ikelite, Isotta, Nauticam, Sea&Sea, Seacam, and Subal underwater camera housings to be available shortly after the camera's release. Sony α7R VI Key FeaturesExpanded High-Resolution Shooting 66.8 MP (approximate, effective) full-frame, fully-stacked Exmor RS sensor with up to 16 stops of dynamic range and reduced noise in the mid-sensitivity rangePrecise 5-axis optical image stabilization delivering up to 8.5 stops at the center and 7.0 stops at the peripheryAuto White Balance powered by visible light and infrared (IR) sensor and deep-learning illumination estimation, for stable natural color in shaded or indoor scenesIntelligence In Every Frame With High-Speed, High-Precision Continuous ShootingBIONZ XR2 engine with integrated AI processing unit and approximately 5.6x faster sensor readout than the previous model, enabling blackout-free continuous shooting at up to approximately 10 fps Mechanical Shutter / 30 fps Electronic Shutter, delivering up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second with AF/AE trackingReal-time Recognition AF+ (Plus) with skeletal-based human pose estimation and tracking, for reliable focus on fast-moving subjects, including athletes and dynamic scenes Built For Professional DemandsNew Sony NP-SA100 Battery (2670 mAh) supports up to 710 still images via LCD monitor or 600 via viewfinder (CIPA standard), reducing battery changes during extended shoots.Approximately 9.44M dot OLED viewfinder with a DCI-P3 equivalent color gamut and 10-bit HDR—maximum brightness is approximately three times higher than conventional models for clear visibility in bright environments.Effective heat management allows uninterrupted 8K movie recording up to 120 min.Dual USB Type-C ports for simultaneous charging and data transfer; illuminated rear buttons for low-light operationMagnesium alloy for a lightweight and durable body; 4-axis multi-angle LCD monitor for flexible shooting angles; mode-dial "Memory Recall" links shooting setups to customizable buttonsSupports Sony's Camera Authenticity Solution, including the C2PA standard, enabling verification that still images and videos were captured with a camera (not AI-generated)Professional Video8K 30p recording with 8.2K oversampling and full frame 4K 60p and 120p recording without cropDual Gain Shooting, a first in the Alpha series, optimizes sensor performance to reduce noise, losing shadow detail for smooth gradation and wide latitudeRedesigned in-camera stabilization expands the roll-direction compensation range by 2x; Dynamic active Mode delivers smooth and steady handheld 32-bit float audio internal recording in camera when paired with the XLR-A4 XLR adaptor, eliminating the need for fine adjustment on locationWHY BUY FROM BACKSCATTER?Free lifetime tech support with every purchase. We will beat any advertised price. 20+ years of in-house warranty service and repair. Free shipping to USA and Canada and low-cost international shipping.Learn more!THE CAMERASony a7R VI Full-Frame Mirrorless CameraORDER NOW

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