Today, Sony Electronics announces the release of its newest APS-C mirrorless camera, the α6700 (ILCE-6700). This new offering combines the cutting-edge still image and video capabilities found in the latest full-frame Alpha™ and Cinema Line series with the compact and lightweight design of the α6000 series, resulting in Sony’s most advanced APS-C mirrorless camera to date.
Combining an APS-C back-illuminated Exmor R® CMOS image sensor boasting 26.0 effective megapixels with the speed and power of Sony’s advanced BIONZ XR® processing engine, the α6700 achieves exceptional imaging performance while maintaining a compact and lightweight design.
The camera supports high-resolution 4K video recording at up to 120fps[i], a wide latitude of 14+ stops[ii] for capturing details in harsh or under-lit conditions. It also features the S-Cinetone™ picture profile found in Sony’s professional Cinema Line for refined movie imagery that doesn’t require colour grading, and delivers stunning representations of human skin tones. For videographers and vloggers, Sony simultaneously releases the ECM-M1 shotgun microphone, capable of high-quality sound with eight sound pickup modes including stereo.
Highly Accurate Subject Recognition
The latest APS-C size, back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS image sensor boasts approximately 26.0 effective megapixels, paired with our advanced BIONZ XR engine for exceptional imaging performance. Standard ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 32000 for both stills and movies, allowing high-sensitivity, low-noise shooting. Enhanced colour reproduction ensures subjects like people and plants are captured with natural hues, while Creative Look features allow unique visual expressions.
The AI processing unit is inherited from the α7R V, enabling high-accuracy Real-Time Recognition AF (autofocus). Beyond the α6000 series' human and animal recognition, it now accurately identifies various subjects such as human, animal, bird, insect, car/train, and airplane, catering to diverse creative expressions. When paired with today's newly launched FE 70-200mm F4.0 G Macro OSS II [iii], it offers 105mm to 300mm focal lengths in 35mm full-frame equivalent, leveraging the power of telephoto zoom for high-quality shooting.
Excellent Video Performance
Harnessing data equivalent to 6K, the α6700 outputs superior 4K video, including support for high-frame-rate recording at 4K 120fps. It features S-Log3, offering a latitude of 14+2 above, for stellar gradation. Also equipped with S-Cinetone, the α6700 offers impressive skin tone depiction and subject highlighting, technologies honed through our Cinema Line development, while its AI-driven Auto-Framing[iv] smoothly tracks subjects, eliminating the need for manual camera movement. The body houses a Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe compatible with digital audio interfaces. Used in conjunction with our new ECM-M1 shotgun microphone, it allows for direct digital audio transmission, capturing high-quality, undegraded sound.
Mobility, Operability, and Connectivity
With a compact design (approx. 4 7/8 × 2 3/4 × 3 in. and weighing about 1 lb 1.4 oz.[v]), the α6700 is highly portable. It claims a user-friendly, touch-operable vari-angle LCD monitor, coupled with a modern touch menu for effortless operation. A customisable front dial and a switching dial for still images, movies, and S&Q modes are also featured. It is equipped with optical 5-axis in-body image stabilisation system with 5.0 stops[vi] of shutter speed advantage for stills and an Active Mode[vii] ensures stable footage.
In terms of connectivity, the camera now supports the Creators' App[viii] for seamless uploads of videos and still images to cloud services. Sony also plans to roll out a new version of the "Camera Remote SDK" in July 2023, allowing remote operation and setting adjustments.
Environmental Conscious and Accessibility
Over the past 10 years, Sony has replaced approximately 379 tons[ix] of virgin plastic with recycled plastic in digital cameras and digital video cameras. Recycled materials, including SORPLASTM[x], are actively used for the camera body, reducing environmental impact without sacrificing functionality. In addition, it is equipped with a Screen Reader function[xi] that reads menus and video playback screens aloud to assist operations, supporting the creative activities of a wide variety of creators.
Pricing and Availability
The new Alpha 6700 will be available in Australia and New Zealand from August 2023 at a variety of Sony’s authorised dealers, for an estimated retail price of $2,499.00 AUD and $2,799.95 NZD.
Notes
[i] QFHD (3840×2160). About 38% of the angle of view is cropped.
[ii] When shooting S-Log3. Sony internal measurement.
[iii] For details on the FE 70-200mm F4.0 G Macro OSS II, please see the press release announced on July 12, 2023. URL: https://pro.sony/en_PS/
[iv] Valid only in video mode. The angle of view is narrowed because it is cropped from a 4K resolution image.
[v] Weight includes battery and memory card.
[vi] CIPA standard compliant, Pitch/Yaw direction, with FE 50 mm F1.2 GM attached, long exposure noise reduction off.
[vii] In Active Mode, the shooting angle of view is slightly narrower.
[viii] Check regional availability of services and applications via the URL below:
Creators’ App: https://www.sony.net/cca, Creators’ Cloud: https://www.sony.net/cc/
Download app at Google Play and the App Store. Network services, content, and operating system and software subject to terms and conditions and may be changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information.
[ix] According to Sony research. Recycled materials used for product body and accessories from April 2012 to March 2022.
[x] SORPLAS™ may not be used for the parts used depending on the production period.
[xi] Supported languages differ depending on the sales region.
