Sony registered certification information for an unannounced camera with an overseas certification body, suggesting that it may support Wi‑Fi 6 and feature a new-generation image processor. This has fueled growing speculation that the α1 III is the leading candidate.
Sony registered the code name “WW261362” with an overseas certification body as certification information for an unannounced camera. The certification information includes Wi‑Fi 6 support, suggesting that the lineup may include models supporting dual-band or tri-band connectivity.
Platform information also suggests that the camera features at least a BIONZ XR2 or a newer-generation image processor. It has also been suggested that the camera is positioned close to the high-performance models in the current lineup.
Industry predictions point to the α1 III as the leading candidate, while the possibility of an α9 IV or a successor to the α7S III is also being discussed. In light of the possibility that it could be a Cinema Line model and the application patterns of Sony’s Japanese headquarters, some believe that an entry-level model is unlikely.
Regarding the announcement timing, based on the typical process from certification registration to public disclosure, there is speculation that it could come as early as the beginning of next year, timed to coincide with the CP+ event. No reliable information on the camera’s design, sensor or performance has been made public at this point.