There’s a new camera in town, and it’s so compact you might miss it! Sony is unveiling a bite-sized camera, especially tailored for drones. The Sony ILX-LR1, priced at $2,950, might be the size of a playing card deck, but it’s no toy. This tiny marvel boasts the 61-megapixel full-frame sensor found in Sony’s renowned A7R V camera.

Sony’s ILX-LR1 is a fresh E-mount full-frame mirrorless camera, weighing in at only half a pound. Despite its modest size, it’s powered by the latest Bionz XR processor and can shoot in impressive 4K video at up to 60 fps.

But, there’s a twist. This camera skips on several typical features. No electronic viewfinder, no screen, no standard grip, and it doesn’t even have its own battery. Set to release in December, it’s primarily designed for upscale drones and unique industrial purposes like surveying.

Now, while box cameras aren’t a fresh concept, the ILX-LR1 breaks the mold with its drone-first design. It operates on a drone’s power supply…

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Source: dronexl.co