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Sony Electronics / Media Relations Press KitSony has unveiled the RX10 V, the first new model in its RX10 bridge camera lineup in nine years. The fixed-lens camera introduces AI-powered autofocus, 30 fps blackout-free burst shooting, and 10-bit 4K video at up to 120 fps, while retaining the series' signature 24–600mm equivalent zoom lens. It is available for pre-order now for $2,300, with shipments scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Key Takeaways
First new RX10-series model since the RX10 IV launched in 2017.
Built-in 24–600mm equivalent lens with an f/2.4–4.0 variable aperture.
AI-powered autofocus system with 575 phase-detection points and deep learning tracking.
30 fps blackout-free continuous shooting via an upgraded image processor.
Video recording at up to 4K 120 fps with a slight image crop.
Priced at $2,300, with official shipments scheduled to begin in August 2026.
What's New Compared With RX10 IV
First RX10 update in nine years.
Dedicated AI processor for advanced subject recognition.
575-point phase-detection autofocus array, up from 315 points.
30 fps blackout-free continuous shooting, up from 24 fps.
10-bit 4K video recording up to 120 fps.
Higher-resolution electronic viewfinder (3.69M dots) and rear display (1.62M dots).
Built-in pop-up flash removed from the camera body.
Core Specs: 24–600mm Lens, 20.1MP Sensor, and Faster Performance
The camera retains the series' integrated 24–600mm equivalent zoom lens, paired with an f/2.4–4.0 variable aperture built into a single fixed-lens body. This setup provides a 24–600mm equivalent focal range without requiring lens changes, though Sony has made a physical hardware change by removing the built-in pop-up flash found on the older RX10 IV, which originally launched in 2017.
According to Sony's official specifications, the camera features a 20.1-megapixel 1-inch stacked sensor. While the sensor resolution remains identical to the previous model, a new image processor enables faster image processing and continuous shooting. Electronic burst shooting has been boosted to 30 fps with a blackout-free viewfinder experience, up from 24 fps on the previous generation. Sony says the Continuous Shooting Speed Boost feature allows users to temporarily switch to the camera's maximum burst rate when needed.
Generational Comparison: RX10 IV vs. RX10 V
The following table outlines the key hardware and performance differences between the legacy model and the new RX10 V:
| Feature | RX10 IV | RX10 V |
| Burst Shooting | 24 fps | 30 fps (Blackout-free) |
| Autofocus Points | 315 phase-detection points | 575 phase-detection points |
| Dedicated AI Processor | No | Yes |
| Maximum Video Spec | 4K at 30 fps | 4K at 120 fps (10-bit / Slight Crop) |
| Electronic Viewfinder | 2.4 Million Dots | 3.69 Million Dots |
| Rear Display Screen | 1.44 Million Dots | 1.62 Million Dots (Tilt-only) |
AI-Driven Autofocus and Subject Tracking
Following the deep learning technology used in its latest Alpha mirrorless cameras, Sony has equipped the RX10 V with a dedicated AI processor. Sony states that the real-time tracking algorithm can automatically recognize a wide variety of subjects, including the face, eye, head, and body of humans, birds, and animals, as well as cars, trains, airplanes, and insects.
This deep learning integration allows the camera to maintain a sharp focus lock even if the subject turns away, looks down, or moves erratically. To support this system, the phase-detection autofocus array has been expanded to 575 points covering roughly 70% of the sensor, while continuous autofocus calculations have doubled to 60 fps.
Video Upgrades: 10-bit Color and 4K 120p Recording
The RX10 V records oversampled 4K video at up to 60 fps using the full width of the sensor without pixel binning, and supports 4K recording at up to 120 fps with a slight image crop. It also supports 1080p recording at up to 240 fps for slow-motion video. The camera records 10-bit video in All-Intra, XAVC S, and XAVC HS formats.
The camera supports Sony's S-Log3 gamma profile for color grading workflows and allows users to import up to 16 custom look-up tables (LUTs). It also features Active Mode image stabilization to reduce camera shake during handheld recording.
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Sony Electronics / Technical Documentation Press Kit
Design, Interface, and Power Metrics
Sony has entirely redesigned the camera body, moving away from the older bulbous shape to a sleeker, more squared-off look that mirrors its recent mirrorless camera bodies. The hardware updates include a much larger right-hand grip and an expanded layout of physical controls, featuring a dedicated focus joystick, three control dials, a standard control wheel, an AF-ON button, and a new dual top dial with a photo, video, and Slow & Quick (S&Q) selector.
While the electronic viewfinder (EVF) has been upgraded to a sharper 3.69 million dots and the rear display to 1.62 million dots, the display remains limited to a tilting mechanism. The rear display tilts but does not fully articulate, limiting front-facing monitoring directly on the camera.
For storage and connectivity, the body includes a single high-speed UHS-II SD card slot, full-sized microphone and headphone jacks, a micro HDMI port, and a USB-C port for charging and fast data transfers. Power is supplied via a standard NP-FZ100 battery, which Sony officially rates for up to 630 shots per charge. Additionally, the camera supports direct live streaming via USB-C at up to 4K resolution at 30 fps.
Market Context and Buying Perspective
At $2,300, the RX10 V is priced alongside several APS-C and full-frame mirrorless cameras. Unlike those systems, it combines a 24–600mm equivalent lens into a single fixed-lens body, while interchangeable-lens cameras typically require separate telephoto lenses to cover a comparable focal range.
Conclusion
The RX10 V is available for pre-order through Sony and authorized retailers for $2,300, with shipments scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Post Source:
Sony Global Press Room & Technical Specifications (July 2026)
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