Sony Electronics has officially opened pre‑orders for its two major May 2026 launches: the Alpha 7R VI full‑frame mirrorless camera and the FE 100‑400mm F4.5 GM OSS super‑telephoto zoom lens. Following their announcements earlier this month, both products are now listed at authorized retailers, giving creators the chance to secure Sony’s latest flagship imaging tools ahead of their June release.
Alpha 7R VI – Flagship Resolution and Speed
- 66.8MP stacked Exmor RS sensor with up to 16 stops of dynamic range.
- BIONZ XR2 engine with 5.6x faster readout, blackout‑free shooting up to 30fps.
- 8K 30p recording with oversampling, plus uncropped 4K 120p video.
- Real‑time Recognition AF+ with skeletal pose tracking for athletes and dynamic subjects.
- 9.44M‑dot OLED EVF with HDR and DCI‑P3 gamut.
- New NP‑SA100 battery supporting up to 710 shots via LCD monitor.
For full details, see our Sony Alpha 7R VI announcement coverage.
FE 100‑400mm F4.5 GM OSS – Super‑Telephoto Reach
- Constant F4.5 aperture across the zoom range.
- Advanced optical design: ED XA, XA, Super ED, and ED elements for edge‑to‑edge resolution.
- Autofocus up to 3x faster than the FE 100‑400mm F4.5‑5.6 GM OSS.
- Internal zoom structure for stable balance and handheld mobility.
- Teleconverter compatibility: Extends reach to 800mm or 1200mm in APS‑C mode.
- Dust‑ and moisture‑resistant design with fluorine front‑element coating.
For full details, see our Sony FE 100‑400mm GM OSS announcement coverage.
Pre‑Order Pricing
- Sony Alpha 7R VI: $4,499.99 USD / $5,999.99 CAD
- Sony FE 100‑400mm F4.5 GM OSS: $4,299.99 USD / $5,599.99 CAD
Sony Alpha 7R VI at B&H Photo,
Sony Alpha 7R VI on Amazon,
Sony Alpha 7R VI at Adorama.Sony FE 100‑400mm GM OSS at B&H Photo,
Sony FE 100‑400mm GM OSS on Amazon,
Sony FE 100‑400mm GM OSS at Adorama.
Summary
With pre‑orders now open, the Sony Alpha 7R VI and FE 100‑400mm F4.5 GM OSS represent Sony’s most ambitious imaging launch of 2026. Together, they deliver unmatched resolution, speed, and reach for professionals in both still and video production. Creators looking to secure these flagship tools ahead of release should act quickly, as demand is expected to be high.
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