Sony A7 V and XLR-A4 Adapter are now compatible
While the recent debut of the A7R VI likely captured most of the headlines last week, Sony quietly released a significant power-up for the Alpha A7 V. This mirrorless camera, which first hit the market in December 2025, just received Firmware Version 2.0, and it is a must-download for videographers. The highlight of this update is the addition of high-quality audio recording capabilities. When you attach the XLR-A4 adapter to the Multi Interface Shoe, the A7 V now supports 96 kHz, 32-bit float audio. This provides much more flexibility in post-production and ensures that your sound quality matches the high standard of your visuals.
You can find the full installation instructions and download files on the official Sony Sony A7 Support Page.. It is a quick way to turn an already versatile camera into a more robust production tool.
Changes and Improvements
- Allows high-quality audio recording (96 kHz, 32-bit float) when the XLR-A4 adapter (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe
- Adds support for the Preset Focusfunction with lenses that do not have power zoom
- Supports displaying the focal length down to one decimal place
- Allows simultaneous Deleteand Ratingof images recorded on both memory card slot 1 and slot 2
- Allows the display of folder names and file names during playback
- Allows you to cancel the scheduled transfer of selected images during FTP* transfer
*FTP = File Transfer Protocol
- Adds support for the following Transfer & Taggingsettings:
- A setting to automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected still images from FTP Import
- A setting to automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected still images and videos from FTP Upload Preset
- A setting to automatically protect still images transferred via FTP from FTP Upload Preset
- A setting for configuring the SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) server
- The latest version of the Transfer & Taggingsetting is necessary.
Note: The Transfer & Taggingsetting may not be available in some countries or regions.
- Supports the Write Digital Signaturefunction for movies as part of Sony’s Camera Authenticity Solution
- The timing for the provision of licenses (paid) to customers other than certain media outlets is yet to be determined.
- Services may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Authenticity Catalog Page.
- Supports Scan and Tag, Photo Cropping, and Volume Photography Commandsunder the Volume Photography License
- Installation of a paid license is required for use.
- The license is scheduled to become available from late May 2026 onwards.
Note: Services may not be available in some countries or regions.
- Ends support for updating the lens firmware via the menu using a memory card
Note: Please use the Windows/Mac OS software update tool to update the lens firmware.
- Fixes an issue where recording may not be possible when shooting movies with the ECM-M1 (sold separately) attached
- Improves the operational stability of the camera
Sony A7 V Key Specs
- Announcement Date: 2025-12-01
- 33MP - Full frame Partially-Stacked CMOS Sensor
- No Anti-aliasing (AA) filter
- ISO 100 - 51200 ( expands to 50 - 204800)
- Sony E Mount
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization( Up to 7.5-stops)
- 3.20" Fully articulated Screen
- 3690k dot Electronic viewfinder
- 10.0fps (30.0fps Electronic) continuous shooting
- 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video resolution
- 120fps High-Speed Video
- Built-in Wireless
- 695g. 130 x 96 x 82 mm
- Weather-sealed Body
- Replaced Sony Alpha A7 IV Compare
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