Sony A7RV Advanced Guide: Introduction

The Sony A7RV, Sony’s latest high-resolution powerhouse, combines a 61MP sensor with advanced AI-driven autofocus capabilities, making it an exceptional tool for photographers and videographers. This guide will provide an in-depth look at each menu setting, focusing on how to get the most out of the A7RV’s updated features. Notable upgrades include improved subject recognition, versatile RAW settings, and enhanced wireless capabilities, making this camera a leap forward for both photo and video applications.

A7RV Menu System Overview

The A7RV’s menu system follows the familiar Sony layout but includes new options and functionalities unique to this model. This guide will go page by page, offering insights and tips on optimizing settings based on the most current menu configuration.

FN (Function) Menu

Accessed by pressing the FN button, the A7RV’s FN menu offers quick access to essential functions. This menu includes traditional options like Drive Modes, White Balance, and Metering, with the addition of new features, such as:

1. Focus Bracketing/Stacking: This newly added feature is ideal for precision-focused shots and macro work. Configure step increments and set up dedicated folders for better organization of focus-stacked images.
2. Creative Looks: In place of the standard Picture Profiles, Creative Looks allow customisation of JPG output to match your style—perfect for delivering on-the-spot JPGs. Adjust contrast, saturation, highlights, and shadows, all without affecting RAW files, which retain their unprocessed integrity.
3. New Main Menu Tab: Borrowed from Sony’s cinema line, the A7RV has a “Main Menu” tab for streamlined access to crucial settings. This menu makes toggling between photo and video modes faster and offers configuration options that make the camera more adaptable in the field.

Let’s now dive it to the menu itself, page by page.

My Menu – page 1 of 51

The idea of the my menu page is that you add your most used functions to your own menu.

This way, all you need is easily accessible. You can add any of the menu functions you wish to this Menu.

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This page includes settings that allow for configuring the image and movie quality, file formats, and other essential recording parameters.

1. JPEG/HEIF Switch
   • Allows switching between JPEG and HEIF formats for still images.
   • JPEG: Offers widespread compatibility; ideal for general purposes and easy viewing/editing.
   • HEIF: Provides higher compression efficiency, resulting in smaller file sizes while maintaining high image quality. Note that HEIF playback may require compatible software or devices.
2. Image Quality Settings
   • Configures the quality of JPEG or HEIF images.
   • Options typically include Standard, Fine, and Extra Fine for JPEG.
   • Extra Fine: Best quality but larger file size.
   • Additional options may include settings for RAW, RAW + JPEG, or RAW + HEIF with further quality variations.
3. Aspect Ratio
   • Sets the aspect ratio for images.
   • Options often include:
     • 3:2: Uses the full sensor.
     • 16:9: Ideal for widescreen display.
     • 4:3 and 1:1: Other aspect ratios suitable for different compositions or use cases.
4. File Format (Movie)
   • Selects the recording format for movies.
   • Typical formats include XAVC S 4K, XAVC HS 4K, XAVC S HD, and others based on resolution and quality.
   • XAVC HS 4K provides high-quality 4K with efficient compression, while XAVC S HD is suitable for HD recording at a smaller file size.
5. Movie Settings
   • Defines settings for frame rate, bit rate, and color depth of videos.
   • Options vary depending on the selected File Format.
   • Common frame rates include 24p, 30p, 60p, etc., with corresponding bit rates.
6. APS-C/S35 Shooting
   • Activates APS-C (crop) mode, which uses only part of the full-frame sensor.
   • Useful when using APS-C lenses on this full-frame camera, or when wanting to zoom in on the image for an increased focal length effect.
7. Long Exposure NR
   • Toggles noise reduction for long-exposure shots.
   • ON: Reduces noise in images taken with long shutter speeds by processing an extra black frame.
   • OFF: Disables long-exposure noise reduction, which may speed up capture time but could result in more noise.

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High ISO NR

• This setting manages noise reduction for high ISO images.
• Normal: Applies a balanced amount of noise reduction to minimize digital noise in high ISO images, preserving as much detail as possible.
• Low: Reduces noise reduction intensity, which can be preferable if you want more control over fine details, especially in low-light conditions.
• Off: Disables high ISO noise reduction completely, which may result in more noise but retains all image details.

HLG Still Image

• Off: This setting allows for HDR capture in still images using Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), compatible with HDR displays. However, it’s disabled in this screenshot.

Color Space

• Sets the color gamut used for JPEGs and HEIF images.
• sRGB: Standard color space for web and general use, ensuring good compatibility across most devices.
• Adobe RGB: Has a wider color range than sRGB, making it preferable for professional printing and situations where color fidelity is critical.

Lens Compensation

• Controls automatic corrections applied to images based on lens characteristics.
• Options: Adjusts for shading, chromatic aberration, and distortion. Typically, these settings are turned on to compensate for lens-specific imperfections, though they may affect RAW files if used in combination with software lens profiles in post-processing.

Shooting Menu in Video Mode:

On Page 4 under the Shooting menu in video mode, a range of settings are available to configure video quality, resolution, and recording options. Here’s a breakdown of each setting with insights on how they impact video recording:

1. File Format:
   • This controls the video codec and resolution, with options like XAVC S 4K or XAVC S HD depending on the camera model. Choosing 4K provides higher resolution and better detail but requires more storage and a faster card. XAVC S is efficient for high-quality video compression, ideal for post-production work.
2. Movie Settings:
   • Here, you can adjust frame rate and bit rate. Higher frame rates (e.g., 60p) offer smoother motion, beneficial for fast-moving subjects or if you plan to create slow-motion effects in post-production. Higher bit rates capture more data, leading to better image quality but larger file sizes.
3. S&Q Settings (Slow & Quick):
   • S&Q Mode allows for easy in-camera slow-motion or time-lapse footage by setting different frame rates for capture and playback. For instance, setting a high capture rate with a standard playback rate results in slow-motion, while a low capture rate with a standard playback rate achieves time-lapse effects. This feature is great for creative effects directly from the camera.
4. Proxy Settings:
   • When enabled, proxy recording creates lower-resolution copies alongside the full-resolution footage. This is useful in workflows where quick edits are needed without handling large 4K files. Editors can work on the proxy files for faster performance and then switch to high-resolution files for final output.
5. APS-C S35 Shooting:
   • Activating this mode enables Super 35mm (APS-C) crop mode, effectively zooming in on the center of the frame. This can be beneficial if you need extra reach on your lens or want to reduce the file size and processing load without compromising 4K resolution.
6. Lens Compensation:
   • Compensates for lens characteristics, such as vignetting, chromatic aberration, and distortion. Enabling these compensations helps maintain high image quality, particularly with wide-angle or older lenses that might show noticeable aberrations or distortion in video.

These settings offer extensive control over video quality and functionality, enabling content creators to tailor the video output for various shooting conditions and creative needs. For instance, choosing 4K with a high bit rate and proxy recording enables high-quality production with efficient editing workflows. Meanwhile, S&Q and APS-C modes provide options for unique visual effects or closer framing without changing lenses.

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Format

• Allows you to format the inserted memory card(s), erasing all data on the selected card.
• Note: Formatting is essential for maintaining optimal performance and avoiding file system issues, but ensure all files are backed up, as this action cannot be undone.

Rec. Media Settings

• Configures which memory card slot to use for different file types, such as stills, videos, and proxy files.
• This setting allows you to organise files effectively, especially if using two memory cards simultaneously for separation or backup purposes.

Recover Image DB

• Attempts to recover the image database if the camera detects an issue with the file system.
• Useful if images or videos become corrupted or unreadable due to data issues on the card.

Display Media Info.

• • Displays information about the currently inserted memory cards, including remaining storage capacity.
  • This provides a quick overview of your available storage, helping you manage space before shooting.

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File/Folder Settings

• Customize file naming conventions and folder structures on the memory card.
• Useful for organizing files in a consistent manner, which aids in file management during post-production.

Select REC Folder

• Allows you to choose a specific folder on the memory card where new images or videos will be saved.
• Handy if you want to separate different shoots or projects into distinct folders without formatting the card.

Create New Folder

• Enables the creation of a new folder on the memory card.
• Ideal for organising your images and videos directly from the camera, allowing easy sorting when downloading files later.

IPTC Information

• Option to add IPTC (International Press Telecommunications Council) metadata to images, which includes information like location, photographer name, and copyright details.
• Essential for photographers who need to embed professional metadata into their images, especially useful in photojournalism.

Copyright Info

• Allows you to add copyright information that will be embedded in each file’s metadata.
• This feature protects your intellectual property by marking all images with your copyright details.

Write Serial Number

• Option to include the camera’s serial number in the metadata of each image.
• Adds another layer of traceability, useful for professional or commercial photographers needing detailed equipment tracking.

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1. D-Range Optimizer: This feature helps recover details in both highlights and shadows by adjusting the dynamic range of the image. It’s particularly useful in high-contrast scenes to prevent blown-out highlights and clipped shadows.
2. Creative Look: This setting allows you to apply preset colour and tone profiles to your images. Each profile adjusts saturation, contrast, and other image characteristics, giving you stylistic control over the visual mood directly in-camera.
3. Picture Profile: This is primarily for video shooters. It allows for deep customisation of the image profile, including settings like gamma, black level, colour mode, and saturation. Profiles such as S-Log and HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) are available, which are especially helpful for colour grading in post-production.
4. Soft Skin Effect: This option smooths skin textures in portrait shots. It’s useful for reducing the appearance of blemishes and fine lines in-camera, saving time in post-processing.

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1. Zebra Display: When activated, this feature overlays a pattern on areas of the image that meet a certain brightness threshold. It’s especially helpful in preventing overexposure in bright areas, as the striped pattern (Zebra stripes) will appear where highlights are close to or exceeding the set exposure level.
2. Zebra Level: This setting allows you to adjust the brightness level at which the Zebra stripes appear. For instance, setting it to 100+ will display stripes on areas that are at risk of clipping in highlights. For accurate exposure in skin tones or other specific parts of an image, you can set it to a lower value like 70-80.

The Zebra Display is commonly used by videographers to ensure proper exposure, particularly in scenes with high contrast, but can also be beneficial in still photography for controlling highlight detail. Let me know if you need more specific advice on setting it up for different lighting situations.

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This screen shows the AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) menu under the Focus settings. Let’s break down the key options for focus modes and settings here:

1. Focus Mode: This setting determines whether the camera focuses automatically or manually. Options typically include:
   • AF-S (Single-shot AF): Ideal for still subjects. The camera focuses once and locks focus until the shutter is released.
   • AF-C (Continuous AF): Best for moving subjects. The camera continuously adjusts focus as the subject moves.
   • DMF (Direct Manual Focus): Starts in AF mode and allows fine-tuning manually after AF locks.
   • MF (Manual Focus): Full manual control, no automatic adjustments.
2. Priority Set in AF-S: Determines the camera’s focus priority in AF-S mode.
   • Release: Prioritizes the shutter release, allowing you to take a shot even if focus isn’t fully achieved.
   • Focus: Ensures focus is locked before the shutter can be released, ideal for precise focusing in still photography.
3. Priority Set in AF-C: Similar to the setting above, but for AF-C mode (continuous focus).
   • Balanced Emphasis: Balances between maintaining focus and capturing the shot as quickly as possible.
   • Focus or Release: You can prioritize either ensuring sharp focus (Focus) or allowing the shot to be taken immediately (Release), depending on the subject’s movement.
4. AF Tracking Sensitivity: Adjusts how responsive the camera is to changes in focus when tracking a moving subject.
   • Responsive: Quickly adjusts focus if the subject moves. Good for erratic movement.
   • Locked On: More stable, reduces the likelihood of shifting focus if another object enters the frame. Ideal for predictable motion.
5. AF Illuminator: This option toggles the autofocus assist light, which can be helpful in low-light situations to improve focus accuracy.
6. Aperture Drive in AF: Controls how the aperture is adjusted during focusing in AF-C mode.
   • Standard: Normal operation for most scenarios.
   • Focus Priority: Keeps the aperture open for better focusing in low light.
   • Silent Priority: Minimizes aperture changes to reduce noise, beneficial in quiet environments.
7. AF w/ Shutter: Allows autofocus activation when the shutter button is half-pressed. When set to off, AF is only activated using a dedicated button, such as AF-ON, which is useful for back-button focusing.

Each of these settings can be customized based on shooting conditions, subject type, and personal preference. For example, wildlife photographers often use AF-C with a balanced priority and medium tracking sensitivity to keep up with fast-moving subjects. Let me know if you’d like deeper insights into any specific option or recommendations for certain types of photography!

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This AF/MF (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) screen provides additional options for focus control:

1. Full-Time DMF (Direct Manual Focus): When enabled, Full-Time DMF allows you to manually adjust the focus at any time, even when the camera is in autofocus mode. This is particularly useful if you want fine-tuned focus after the camera initially focuses, without needing to switch fully to manual mode. It is commonly used in AF-Smode, where you lock focus on a subject and can then make precise adjustments by rotating the focus ring.
2. Pre-AF: Pre-AF, when enabled, makes the camera continuously adjust focus even before the shutter button is pressed halfway. This setting can be beneficial in scenarios where you need to quickly capture fast-moving subjects, as it reduces the time needed to focus when you actually press the shutter. However, it can drain the battery faster, as the camera is always adjusting focus in the background.

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1. Focus Area:
   • This setting defines the area within the frame where the camera will focus. Options generally include:
     • Wide: Uses a large portion of the frame, allowing the camera to automatically choose a focus point. Ideal for general photography and situations where the subject moves unpredictably.
     • Zone: Divides the frame into several zones, allowing you to focus on one specific area. Useful for subjects moving within a confined area.
     • Center: Focuses only on the center of the frame, which is good for static subjects you intend to keep in the middle.
     • Flexible Spot: Lets you manually select a specific focus point within the frame, with options for small, medium, or large spots.
     • Expand Flexible Spot: Similar to Flexible Spot but expands the focus area around the selected point, helpful when tracking a moving subject.
2. Focus Area Limit:
   • This setting lets you customize which focus areas appear in the Focus Area menu, hiding those you don’t use frequently. For example, if you only use “Wide” and “Flexible Spot,” you can set the camera to display only those options.
3. Switch V/H AF Area:
   • Enables separate autofocus areas for horizontal and vertical shooting. This is useful if you need different focus points depending on orientation. For instance, you might use a higher focus point in vertical orientation for portraits and a central one for landscapes in horizontal orientation.
4. Focus Area Color:
   • Allows you to change the color of the focus area marker displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD. Options usually include White and Red, which can help improve visibility depending on the background.
5. AF Area Registration:
   • Lets you save a specific focus area setting and quickly switch to it when needed. This is useful if you frequently shoot different scenes requiring unique focus areas.
6. Del. Register. AF Area:
   • This option deletes any previously registered focus area, giving you a clean slate if you want to reset or change your registered AF settings.
7. AF Area Auto Clear:
   • When enabled, this setting automatically hides the focus area frame after focusing, providing a clearer view of the scene. This is particularly useful when you don’t want the focus area box obstructing your composition.

Each of these settings can help enhance control over focusing depending on the shooting scenario, whether it’s tracking moving subjects, quickly switching between preferred focus points, or adapting focus area visibility.

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1. Area Disp. dur Tracking:
   • This controls whether the focus area frame is displayed while tracking a subject. Turning this On helps by showing the exact area being tracked, which can assist in composing shots and ensuring the camera is focusing on the intended subject. Turning it Off may give a cleaner view but can make it harder to see where the camera is focusing during movement.
2. AF-C Area Display:
   • When enabled, this displays the autofocus area in Continuous AF (AF-C) mode. It’s helpful for visualizing which area the camera is focusing on in real time, especially useful for subjects that move unpredictably. If this setting is turned Off, it can provide a cleaner view but with less visual feedback on focus tracking.
3. Phase Detect. Area:
   • This setting indicates where the camera’s phase-detection pixels are active, primarily in hybrid autofocus systems that use both phase-detection and contrast-detection. Turning it on displays the phase-detection area, which may be useful for advanced users to understand the focus region coverage.
4. Circ. of Focus Point:
   • This setting allows the focus point to wrap around the frame. When set to Circulate, if you reach the edge of the frame while adjusting the focus point, it wraps to the opposite side. Does Not Circulate keeps the focus point fixed within the visible boundaries, which may be easier for users who prefer not to have focus points jump across the screen.
5. AF Frame Move Amt:
   • Controls the increment at which the autofocus frame moves when you adjust it. Standard provides a balanced movement speed, while Large allows for quicker repositioning of the focus point across the frame. This can be useful in fast-paced shooting environments where swift focus adjustments are necessary.

These settings provide flexibility for photographers to customize their focus and tracking displays based on shooting conditions and personal preferences, enhancing control and feedback during composition and tracking.

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1. Subject Recog in AF:
   • This enables the camera’s ability to recognize and prioritize specific subjects during autofocus, such as human faces, eyes, animals, or vehicles, depending on the camera model. Turning this On allows the autofocus to lock onto designated subjects automatically, improving focus accuracy for specific types of scenes.
2. Recognition Target:
   • Selects the type of subject the camera should prioritize in recognition, such as Human, Animal, or Bird(options may vary). This helps the camera quickly identify and lock focus on the chosen subject type, useful in wildlife or portrait photography.
3. Recog Trgt Select Set:
   • Allows users to toggle or customize the target recognition options, potentially setting multiple subjects for the camera to recognize and track simultaneously. This flexibility is beneficial in mixed shooting environments where different subjects might appear in the frame.
4. Right/Left Eye Select:
   • Specifies which eye the autofocus system should prioritize, either Right or Left. This feature is particularly valuable in portrait photography, allowing photographers to control eye focus for a more intentional composition.
5. Sbj Recog Frm Disp.:
   • This option displays a frame around the recognized subject to indicate where the camera is focusing. Enabling this display can be helpful for visual confirmation that the camera has correctly recognized and is tracking the intended subject.
6. Face Memory:
   • This feature allows the camera to remember specific faces it has previously focused on, giving priority to these faces in future shots. This is useful in scenarios where specific individuals need to be consistently prioritized, such as event photography.
7. Register Face Priority:
   • Used to register a face in the camera’s memory so that it receives focus priority in future shots. It’s a beneficial feature for situations where the photographer wants to ensure a specific person remains the primary subject, even in crowded or dynamic scenes.

These settings enable tailored autofocus performance, allowing the camera to efficiently prioritize and track specific subjects based on user preferences, enhancing both accuracy and control in complex shooting environments.

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1. Auto Magnifier in MF:
   • This setting automatically magnifies the focus area when the focus ring is turned in Manual Focus (MF) mode. When enabled (On), it helps to achieve precise focus by zooming in on the area you’re adjusting. This is particularly helpful for critical focus in still photography or detailed shots.
2. Focus Magnifier:
   • This option allows you to manually activate magnification for focus adjustment, independent of any automatic magnification features. You can use this setting to zoom in on specific areas and confirm sharp focus manually.
3. Focus Magnif. Time:
   • Determines the duration the focus magnification stays active before returning to the standard view. Options usually include time settings like 2 seconds, 5 seconds, or No Limit (which keeps the magnification until manually canceled). No Limit is useful for situations where extended focus checking is necessary.
4. Initial Focus Mag.:
   • Sets the initial magnification level when using the focus magnifier, with options like x1.0 or x4.0. A higher initial magnification allows for a more detailed view right from the start, which can be beneficial for close-up or macro photography.
5. AF in Focus Mag.:
   • This setting determines if autofocus remains active while the focus magnifier is engaged. When On, the camera continues to adjust focus even while you’re magnifying the image, allowing for a more precise autofocus check in critical focus situations.

These settings collectively aid in achieving sharper focus, especially for scenes requiring detailed focus confirmation, like macro or portrait photography, by providing both automatic and manual magnification options for better control.

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The Peaking Display settings are instrumental for achieving precise focus in Manual Focus (MF) mode by highlighting the areas that are in focus.

1. Peaking Display:
   • This setting activates the peaking function, which highlights the in-focus areas with a coloured overlay. When turned on, the peaking highlights allow you to visually confirm sharp focus, especially useful for manual focusing in complex scenes.
2. Peaking Level:
   • Adjusts the sensitivity of the peaking effect. Common settings include High, Mid, and Low. A higher peaking level means more areas will be highlighted, which can be useful for broader scenes, while a lower level focuses only on the sharpest areas, ideal for pinpoint focusing on specific subjects.
3. Peaking Color:
   • Changes the colour of the peaking overlay. Options often include colours like Red, Yellow, and White, allowing you to choose the colour that contrasts best with your scene. For example, Red or Yellow might be more visible in bright, high-contrast environments, while White works well in darker scenes.

These settings enable better manual focus control by providing immediate, visual feedback on what’s in focus, making them especially useful for detailed or selective focus work in both photography and videography.

Playback 1

Select Playback Media:

Selects a slot that contains a memory card.

View Mode:

Select how the Sony A7R V will arrange captured pictures in the viewing browser.

Playback 2

Enlarge Image:

Select an image and expand a portion of that picture. Useful for checking details and focus.

Enlarge Init. Mag.:

Sets the initial magnification scale when playing back enlarged images.

Enlarge Initial Pos.:

Sets the initial position when enlarging an image in playback. You can select either image center or the focus position.

Playback 3

Protect:

Set your Sony A7IV to not shoot images without inserting an SD card.

Rating:

Rate your images in-Sony A7R V for easy culling in Lightroom afterward.

Rating Set (Cust Key):

Set a custom key for easy rating.

Playback 4

Delete:

You can delete multiple selected images. Once you have deleted an image, you cannot restore it. Confirm the image to be deleted beforehand.

Delete pressing twice:

Rate your images in-Sony A7R V for easy culling in Lightroom afterward.

Delete confirm:

Sets whether or not you can delete the image currently being played back by pressing the Delete button twice in sequence.

Playback 5

Crop:

Use this feature the crop your images in-camera.

Rotate:

Change the orientation of images in-camera.

Copy:

You can copy images from a memory card in a slot that is selected using Select PB Media to a memory card in another slot.

Photo Capture:

Captures a chosen scene in a movie to save as a still image. First shoot a movie, then pause the movie during playback to capture decisive moments that tend to be missed when shooting still images, and save them as still images.

JPEG/HEIF Switch:

Switches the file format (JPEG / HEIF) for still images captured with Photo Capture.

You can view and edit JPEG files in various environments. The HEIF format has high compression efficiency. The Sony A7R V can record with high image quality and small file sizes in the HEIF format. Depending on the computer or software, you may not be able to view or edit HEIF files. In addition, a HEIF-compatible environment is required to play back still images in the HEIF format. You can enjoy high-quality still images by connecting the Sony A7R V and the TV via HDMI.

Playback 6

Cont. Play For Interval:

Continuously plays back images shot using interval shooting.

Play Speed For Interval:

Sets the playback speed for still images during Cont. Play for interval.

Slide Show:

Select whether you want the Sony A7IV to repeat slideshows when all pictures are viewed or not, and choose the interval between slides.

Playback 7

Image Index:

Choose whether you want the image browser to display 12 (larger) or 30 (smaller) images per page.

Display As Group:

You can select to display burst images in groups or display all images during playback.

Display Rotation:

Selects the orientation when playing back recorded images.

Focus Frame Display:

Sets whether to display a focus frame around the area where the Sony A7R V focused when you play back a still image.

Select Image Jump Dial:

You can jump between images during playback. This function is useful when you want to find one of many recorded images. You can also quickly find protected images or images set with a particular rating. Assign this function to either the front dial or rear dial.

Image Jump Method:

Sets the method for jumping between images during playback by operating a dial.

• One by one: Plays back images one by one.
• By 10 images: Jumps in units of 10 images.
• By 100 images: Jumps in units of 100 images.
• Protect Only: Plays back only protected images.
• Rating Only: Plays back all rated images.

Network 1

Smartphone connection:

Sets whether to connect the Sony A7R V to your smartphone.

Connection:

Displays the QR Code or SSID used to connect the camera to a smartphone.

Select on Cam & Send:

You can transfer images to a smartphone by selecting images on the camera.
The following is the procedure for transferring the image currently displayed on the camera.

Cnct. while Power Off:

Sets whether to accept Bluetooth connections from a smartphone while the Sony A7R V is turned off. When Cnct. during Power OFF is set to On, you can browse images on the camera’s memory card and transfer images from the Sony A7R V to a smartphone by operating the smartphone.

Remote Shoot Setting:

Configures settings for images saved when performing remote shooting using a smartphone.

• Still Img. Save Dest.:Sets whether or not to save still images to both the camera and the smartphone during remote shooting.
• Save Image Size:Selects the file size for images to be transferred to the smartphone when ‘Still Img. Save Dest.’ is set to ‘Smartphone+Cam.’. The original-sized JPEG/HEIF file or a 2M-equivalent JPEG/HEIF file can be transferred.
• RAW+J Save Image:Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the smartphone when ‘Still Img. Save Dest.’ is set to Smartphone+Cam.
• RAW+H Save Image:Selects the file type for images to be transferred to the smartphone when ‘Still Img. Save Dest.’ is set to Smartphone+Cam.
• Save JPEG Size/ Save HEIF Size:Selects the image size to be saved on the smartphone when ‘Still Img. Save Dest.’ is set to Smartphone+Cam.

Always Connected:

Sets whether to always connect the Sony A7R V and a smartphone that has previously been connected.

 Network 2

FTP Transfer Funct.:

You can set up image transferring using an FTP server or transfer images to the FTP server. It requires basic knowledge of FTP servers.

PC Remote Function:

Sets whether to save still images stored in both the Sony A7R V and the computer during PC Remote shooting (Tethering). This setting is useful when you want to check recorded images on the Sony A7R V without leaving the camera.

Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl:

You can operate the Sony A7R V using a Bluetooth remote commander (sold separately). For details on compatible remote commander, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony FE dealer or local authorized Sony FE service facility.

Network 4

WPS Push:

If your access point has the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, you can register the access point to this Sony A7R V easily by pushing the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button.

Access Point Set.:

You can register your access point manually. Before starting the procedure, check the SSID name of the access point, security system, and password. The password may be preset in some devices. For details, see the access point operating instructions, or consult the access point administrator.

Wi-Fi Frequency Band:

Sets the frequency band for Wi-Fi communications. 5GHz has faster communication speeds and more stable data transfers than 2.4GHz. The Wi-Fi Frequency Band setting applies to smartphone transfers, remote operations using a smartphone, and the PC remote function via Wi-Fi Direct connection.

Display Wi-Fi Info:

Displays Wi-Fi information for the Sony A7R V such as the MAC address, IP address, etc.

SSID/PW Reset:

This Sony A7R V shares connection information with devices that have permission to connect when connecting to a smartphone or establishing a Wi-Fi Direct connection with a computer. If you want to change which devices have permission to connect, reset the connection information.

Network 5

 

Bluetooth function:

Controls the settings for connecting the camera to a smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander via a Bluetooth connection.

Pairing:

Displays the screen for pairing the camera and smartphone or Bluetooth remote commander.

Disp Device Address:

Displays the BD address of the camera.

Network 6

IP Address Setting:

Sets whether to configure the IP address for the wired LAN automatically or manually.

Display Wired LAN Info.:

Displays wired LAN information for this product such as the MAC address or IP address.

Network 7

Airplane Mode:

When you board an airplane, etc., you can temporarily disable all the wireless-related functions including Wi-Fi.

Edit Device Name:

You can change the Sony A7R V name for Wi-Fi Direct, PC Remote or Bluetooth connections.

Import Root Certificate:

Imports a root certificate needed to verify a server from a memory card. Use this function for encrypted communications during FTP transfer.

Security(IPsec):

Encrypts data when the camera and a computer communicate via a wired LAN or Wi-Fi connection.

• IPsec: Sets whether or not the Security(IPsec) function is used. (On/Off)
• Dest. IP Address: Sets the IP address of the Sony A7R V to connect using the Security(IPsec) function.
• Shared Key: Sets the shared key used by the Security(IPsec) function.

Reset Network Set.:

Setup Menu 1

Language:

Selects the language to be used in the menu items, warnings, and messages.

Area/Date/Time Setting: