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Kearney

Alpha 7R V Full-frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Sony ILCE7RM5B

Features

  • Check Camera to Lens Compatibility
  • Check Accessory Compatibility
  • A whole new level of camera intelligence from new AI processing unit
  • Next-generation AF with Real-time Recognition autofocus deep learning AI

Quick Specs

  • Type: Camera
  • Style: Film Camera
  • Film Size: 35 Mm

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Evolved imaging intelligence

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A whole new level of camera intelligence

State-of-the-art AI processing uses detailed information about human forms and postures to dramatically improve the camera's subject recognition accuracy 1 and make full use of its potential resolution. Also, subject recognition has been expanded to include a number of new subject types, including vehicles and insects.

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AI-driven performance

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Extraordinary resolution

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A new high in resolution 5

The output from the 35mm full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor, with approximately 61.0 million effective pixels 6 , is processed in real time to the fullest extent by the advanced BIONZ XR™ processing engine to deliver breathtaking detail in both stills and movies.

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Next-generation AF

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Real-time Recognition AF

The 7R V's AF system delivers dramatically enhanced overall performance, drawing on major advances in subject recognition technology. Deep learning technology supports powerful Real-time Recognition AF (autofocus) as well as more reliable Real-time Tracking 11 which is supported by higher Fast Hybrid AF performance over a wider area.

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Movies with spectacular detail and presence

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Designed around creators

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Workflow and reliability geared to professionals 2

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Environmental and accessibility measures

A whole new level of camera intelligence State-of-the-art AI processing uses detailed information about human forms and postures to dramatically improve the camera's subject recognition accuracy 1 and make full use of its potential resolution. Also, subject recognition has been expanded to include a number of new subject types, including vehicles and insects.

A new high in resolution 5 The output from the 35mm full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor, with approximately 61.0 million effective pixels 6 , is processed in real time to the fullest extent by the advanced BIONZ XR™ processing engine to deliver breathtaking detail in both stills and movies.

Real-time Recognition AF The 7R V's AF system delivers dramatically enhanced overall performance, drawing on major advances in subject recognition technology. Deep learning technology supports powerful Real-time Recognition AF (autofocus) as well as more reliable Real-time Tracking 11 which is supported by higher Fast Hybrid AF performance over a wider area.

Features

  • Check Camera to Lens Compatibility
  • Check Accessory Compatibility
  • A whole new level of camera intelligence from new AI processing unit
  • Next-generation AF with Real-time Recognition autofocus deep learning AI
  • 61.0 MP 2 full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R ™ CMOS sensor
  • Advanced BIONZ XR ™ engine boosts overall processing speed by up to 8x 3
  • Outstanding filmmaking with 8K 24p/25p 4 and 4K 60p/50p 5
  • Advanced optical 5-axis in-body image stabilization for 8-step compensation 6
  • Unique 4-axis LCD monitor combining tilting convenience and side-opening flexibility
  • Selectable large/medium/small RAW image sizes and quality
  • Active Mode image stabilization for stable handheld movie shooting
  • Improved Pixel Shift Multi Shooting responds to changing conditions
  • Human pose estimation utilizes subject form data recognition
  • Improved accuracy of WB control with Visible Light and IR sensor
  • Consistently accurate exposure and color
  • Precise image stabilization compensation at the single-pixel level
  • Faster, more precise wide-area AF even in low light
  • Focus bracketing with up to 299 sequentially shifted focus points
  • Continuously shoot up to 583 compressed RAW images at 10 fps 14
  • Full-pixel readout for 8K movies with incredible resolution
  • Precise, versatile external flash control at up to 10 fps
  • Expressive S-Cinetone ™ S-Log3, HLG and 10 Creative Look presets in-camera
  • S-Log3 gamma curve with 14+ stops 22 of latitude
  • Real-time Tracking AF subject recognition for movies
  • Active Mode 24 for enhanced movie image stabilization
  • Breathing compensation for consistent angle of view 26
  • QXGA 9.44 million dot viewfinder with the highest resolution in its class 29
Image Sensor
Aspect Ratio 3:2
Anti-Dust System Yes (Charge protection coating on Optical Filter and ultrasonic vibr ation mechanism)
Sensor Type 35mm full frame (35.7 x 23.8 mm), Exmor R CMOS sensor
Number of Pixels (Effective) Approx. 61.0 megapixels
Number of Pixels (total) Approx. 62.5 megapixels
Recording (still images)
Recording Format JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.32, MPF Baseline compliant), HEIF (MPEG-A MIAF compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 4.0 format compliant)
Image Size (pixels) [3:2] 35mm full frame L: 9504 x 6336 (60 M), M: 6240 x 4160 (26 M), S: 4752 x 3168 (15 M), APS-C M: 6240 x 4160 (26 M), S: 4752 x 3168 (15 M)
Image Size (pixels) [16:9] 35mm full frame L: 9504 x 5344 (51 M), M: 6240 x 3512 (22 M), S: 4752 x 2672 (13 M), APS-C M: 6240 x 3512 (22 M), S: 4752 x 2672 (13 M)
Image Quality Modes RAW (Compressed / Lossless Compressed (L / M / S) / Uncompressed), JPEG (Extra fine / Fine / Standard / Light), HEIF (4:2:0 / 4:2:2) (Extra fine / Fine / Standard / Light), RAW & JPEG, RAW & HEIF
Picture Effect -
Creative Style -
Picture Profile Yes (Off / PP1-PP11) Parameters: Black level, Gamma (Movie, Stil l, S-Cinetone, Cine1-4, ITU709, ITU709 [800%], S-Log2, S-Log3, H LG, HLG1-3), Black Gamma, Knee, Color Mode, Saturation, Color Phase, Color Depth, Detail, Copy, Reset
Dynamic Range Functions Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer
14bit RAW Yes
Creative Look ST, PT, NT, VV, VV2, FL, IN, SH, BW, SE, Custom Look (1-6)
Image size (pixels) [4:3] 35mm full frame L: 8448 x 6336 (54 M), M: 5552 x 4160 (23 M), S: 4224 x 3168 (13 M), APS-C M: 5552 x 4160 (23 M), S: 4224 x 3168 (13 M)
Image size (pixels) [1:1] 35mm full frame L: 6336 x 6336 (40 M), M: 4160 x 4160 (17 M), S: 3168 x 3168 (10 M), APS-C M: 4160 x 4160 (17 M), S: 3168 x 3168 (10 M)
Color Space sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut), Adobe RGB standard and Re c. ITU-R BT.2100 standard (BT.2020 gamut).
Recording (movie)
Video Compression XAVC S: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264,XAVC HS: MPEG-H HEVC/H.265
Audio Recording Format LPCM 2ch (48kHz 16bit), LPCM 2ch (48kHz 24bit), LPCM 4ch (48kHz 24bit), MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
Movie Functions Audio Level Display, Audio Rec Level, PAL/NTSC Selector, Proxy Recording (1280 x 720 (Approx. 6 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (Approx. 9 Mbps), 1920 x 1080 (Approx. 16 Mbps)), TC/UB, Auto Slow Shutte r, Gamma Disp. Assist, RAW Output(HDMI)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC HS 8K) 7680 x 4320 (4:2:0, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 24p (400 Mbps / 200 Mbps) , 7680 x 4320 (4:2:0, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 25p (400 M bps / 200 Mbps)]
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC HS 4K) 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (150 Mbps / 75 M bps / 45 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps / 30 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (150 Mbps / 75 Mbps / 45 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (200 Mb ps / 100 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps / 50 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4: 2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.)): 50p (200 Mbps / 100 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S 4K) 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (150 Mbps), 3 0p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps) 5 , 24p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:0, 8bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (150 Mbps), 25p (100 Mbp s / 60 Mbps),3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (200 Mbps), 30p (140 Mbps), 24p (100 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (200 Mbps), 25p (140 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S HD) 1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 120p (100 Mbps / 60 M bps), 60p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 30p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps), 24p (50 Mbps),1920 x 1080 (4:2:0, 8bit, PAL) (Approx.): 100p (100 Mbps / 60 Mbps), 50p (50 Mbps / 25 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps / 16 Mbps),1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (50 Mbp s), 30p (50 Mbps), 24p (50 Mbps),1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.):50p (50 Mbps), 25p (50 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I 4K) 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (600 Mbps), 30p (300 Mbps), 24p (240 Mbps), 3840 x 2160 (4:2:2, 10bit, P AL) (Approx.): 50p (500 Mbps), 25p (250 Mbps)
MOVIE RECORDING SYSTEM (XAVC S-I HD) 1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, NTSC) (Approx.): 60p (222 Mbps), 30 p (111 Mbps), 24p (89 Mbps),1920 x 1080 (4:2:2, 10bit, PAL) (Approx.): 50p (185 Mbps), 25p (93 Mbps)
SLOW & QUICK MOTION (SHOOTING FRAME RATE) NTSC mode: 1fps,2fps,4fps,8fps,15fps,30fps,60fps,120fps, PAL mode: 1fps,2fps,3fps,6fps,12fps,25fps,50fps,100fps
SOFT SKIN EFFECT Yes
USB Streaming
VIDEO DATA FORMAT MJPEG, YUV420
Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 (15p / 12.5p) / 1920 x 1080 (60p / 50p / 30p / 25p) / 1 280 x 720 (30p / 25p)
AUDIO DATA FORMAT LPCM 2 ch (16 bit 48 kHz)
SIMULTANEOUS INTERNAL RECORDING Yes
Recording System
Location information Link from smartphone Yes
Media SD memory card, SDHC memory card (UHS-I/II compliant), SDXC memory card (UHS-I/II compliant), CFexpress Type A memory card
Memory Card Slot SLOT1: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) memory card / CFexp ress Type A card, SLOT2: Multi slot for SD (UHS-I/II compliant) me mory card / CFexpress Type A card
Recording mode on 2 memory cards Simult. Rec, Sort, Auto Switch Media, Copy
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction Long exposure NR: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 s, High ISO NR: Normal / Low / Off
White Balance
White Balance Modes Auto / Daylight / Shade / Cloudy / Incandescent / Fluorescent / Flas h / Underwater / Color Temperature (2500 to 9900 K) & color filter / Custom
Shutter AWB Lock Yes (Shut. Halfway Down / Cont. Shooting / Off)
Focus
Focus Type Fast Hybrid AF (phase-detection AF / contrast-detection AF)
Focus Mode AF-A (Automatic AF), AF-S (Single-shot AF), AF-C (Continuous A F), DMF (Direct Manual Focus), Manual Focus
Focus Area Wide / Zone / Center Fix / Spot / Expand Spot / Tracking
Focus Sensor Exmor R CMOS sensor
FOCUS POINT 35mm full frame: 693 points (phase-detection AF), APS-C mode wi th FF lens: 693 points (phase-detection AF), with APS-C lens: 567 points (phase-detection AF) / 25 points (contrast-detection AF)
Focus Sensitivity Range EV-4 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Other Features Predictive control, Focus lock, AF Track Sens. (Still), AF Subj. Shift Sensitivity (Movie), AF Transition Speed (Movie), Switch V/H AF Ar ea, AF Area Regist., Circ. of Focus Point, Focus Map (Movie), AF Assist (Movie)
AF illuminator Yes (with Built-in LED type)
AF Illuminator range Approx. 0.3 m - approx. 3.0 m (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS le ns attached)
Eye AF / Subject Recognition AF Human (Right/Left Eye Select) / Animal (Right/Left Eye Select) / Bir d / Insect / Car Train / Airplane
Exposure
Exposure Compensation +/- 5.0EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps selectable)
Metering Type 1200-zone evaluative metering
Metering Sensor Exmor R CMOS sensor
METERING SENSITIVITY EV-3 to EV20 (ISO100 equivalent with F2.0 lens attached)
Metering Mode Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot (Standard / Large), Entire Sc reen Avg., Highlight
Exposure Bracketing Bracket: Cont., Bracket: Single, 2/3/5/7/9 frames selectable. (Ambi ent light, Flash light)
AE Lock Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway. Available with AE l ock button. (On/Off/Auto)
EXPOSURE MODES AUTO (iAuto), Programmed AE

, Aperture priority (A), Shutter-s peed priority (S), Manual (M), Movie (Programmed AE

/ Apertur e priority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) / Flexible Ex p. Mode), Slow & Quick Motion (Programmed AE

/ Aperture pri ority (A) / Shutter-speed priority (S) / Manual (M) / Flexible Exp. Mo de)

ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) Still images: ISO 100-32000 (ISO numbers up from ISO 50 to ISO 102400 can be set as expanded ISO range.), AUTO (ISO 100-128 00, selectable lower limit and upper limit), Movies: ISO 100-32000 equivalent, AUTO (ISO 100-12800, selectable lower limit and uppe r limit)
Anti-Flicker Shoot. Yes
Scene Selection -
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type 1.6 cm (0.64 type) electronic viewfinder (Quad-XGA OLED)
Field Coverage 100%
Magnification Approx. 0.90x (with 50 mm lens at infinity, -1 m)
Eye Point Approx. 25 mm from the eyepiece lens, 21 mm from the eyepiece f rame at -1 m-1 (CIPA standard)
Number of Dots 9 437 184 dots
Dioptre Adjustment -4.0 to +3.0 m
Finder Frame Rate Selection NTSC mode: STD 60 fps / HI 120 fps, PAL mode: STD 50 fps / HI 100 fps
Display Function Histogram, Real-time image-adjustment display, Digital level gaug e, Grid line, Focus check, Peaking MF, Zebra, Movie marker, Emph asized display during REC
LCD Screen
Monitor Type 8.0 cm (3.2-type) type TFT
Touch Panel Yes
Brightness Control Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2), Sunny Weather mode
Adjustable Angle Opening Angles (approx.): Up 98°, down 40°, side 180°, rotation 27 0°
Focus Magnifier Yes, Focus Magnifier (35mm full frame: 4.7x / 9.3x, APS-C: 3.1x / 6.1x)
Shutter
type Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Shutter Type Mechanical shutter / Electronic shutter
SHUTTER SPEED Still images: 1/8000 to 30 s, Bulb, Movies (NTSC mode): 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/60 in AUTO mode (up to 1/30 in Auto slow s hutter mode), Movies (PAL mode): 1/8000 to 1/4 (1/3 steps), up to 1/50 in AUTO mode (up to 1/25 in Auto slow shutter mode)
Flash Sync. Speed 1/250 s (35 mm full frame), 1/320 s (APS-C)
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter Yes (ON/OFF)
Silent Shooting Yes (ON/OFF)
Flash Control
Control Pre-flash TTL
Flash compensation +/- 3.0 EV (switchable between 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
Flash Modes Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye re duction (on/off selectable), Wireless, Hi-speed sync.
Recycling Time -
External Flash Compatibility Sony System Flash compatible with Multi Interface Shoe, attach t he shoe adaptor for flash compatible with Auto-lock accessory sho e
FE Level Lock Yes
Wireless Control Yes (Light signal: Available with Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Hi-speed sy nc. / Radio signal: Available with Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Hi-speed sync.)
Drive
Self-timer 10 s delay / 5 s delay / 2 s delay / Continuous self-time / Bracketing self-timer / Self-timer (Movie)
DRIVE MODES Single Shooting, Continuous shooting (Hi+/Hi/Mid/Lo selectable), S elf-timer,Self-timer (Cont.), Bracket: Single, Bracket: Cont., Focus Bracket, White Balance bracket, DRO bracket
Continuous Drive Speed (approx. max.) Continuous shooting: Hi+: 10 fps, Hi: 8 fps, Mid: 6 fps, Lo: 3 fps
No. of recordable frames (approx.) JPEG Extra fine L: over 1000 frames, JPEG Fine L: over 1000 fram es, JPEG Standard L: over 1000 frames, RAW: 583 frames, RAW & JPEG: 184 frames, RAW (Lossless Compressed): 547 frames, R AW (Lossless Compressed) & JPEG: 159 frames, RAW (Uncompr essed): 135 frames, RAW (Uncompressed) & JPEG: 88 frames
Pixel Shift Multi Shooting Yes (4 shots / 16 shots)
Size & Weight
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 131.3 x 96.9 x 82.4 mm, Approx. 131.3 x 96.9 x 72.3 mm (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR)(approx. 5 1/4 x 3 7/8 x 3 1/4 inches, Approx. 5 1/4 x 3 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches (FROM GRIP TO MONITOR))
Weight (with battery and memory card included) Approx. 723 g (approx. 1 lb 9.6 oz)
What s in the Box
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Rechargeable Battery NP-FZ100, Battery Charger BC-QZ1, Power cor d, Cable Protector, Shoulder strap, Body cap, Accessory shoe cap, Ey epiece cup, USB-A to USB-C cable (USB 3.2)
Other Features
PlayMemories Camera Apps™ -
Clear Image Zoom Still images: Approx. 2x, Movies: Approx. 1.5x (4K / 8K), Approx. 2 x (HD)
Digital Zoom Smart zoom (Still images): 35mm full frame: M: approx. 1.5x, S: ap prox. 2x / APS-C: S: approx. 1.3x, Digital zoom (Still images): 35 m m full frame: L: approx. 4x, M: approx. 6.1x, S: approx. 8x,APS-C: M: approx. 4x, S: approx. 5.3x,Digital zoom (Movie): 35mm full fra me: approx. 4x ,APS-C: approx. 4x
Face Detection Modes: Face/Eye Priority in AF, Face Priority in Multi Metering, Re Gist. Faces Priority
Self-Portrait Self-Timer -
Image Stabilization
Compensation Effect 8.0 stops (based on CIPA standard. Pitch/yaw shake only. With FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens mounted. Long exposure NR off.)
Accessibility
Screen Reader -, Yes (Language: English, Speed: 7 steps, Volume:16 steps)
Print
Compatible Standards Exif Print, Print Image Matching III
Custom function
Lens Compensation
Setting Peripheral Shading, Chromatic Aberration, Distortion, Breathing (M ovie)
Others
Operating Temperature 0 - 40 / 32 - 104 °F
Audio
Microphone Built-in, stereo
Speaker Built-in, monaural
Interface
Multi Interface Shoe Yes (with Digital Audio Interface)
Wireless LAN(built-in) Yes (Wi-Fi Compatible, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz band/5GHz band))
PC Interface Mass-storage / MTP
Multi / Micro USB Terminal Yes
Bluetooth Yes (Bluetooth Standard Ver. 5.0 (2.4 GHz band))
Mic Terminal Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Sync terminal Yes
Headphone Terminal Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Vertical Grip Connector Yes
LAN Terminal -
Functions FTP Transfer Func.(Wired LAN(USB-LAN), USB Tethering, Wi-Fi), View on Smartphone, Remote control via Smartphone, PC Remot e, BRAVIA Sync (Control for HDMI), PhotoTV HD
USB Type-C Terminal Yes (SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2) compatible)
Playback
Photo Capture Yes
Modes Single (with or without shooting information Y RGB histogram & hig hlight / shadow warning), Index view, Enlarged display mode (L: 1 8.6x, M: 12.2x, S: 9.3x), Auto Review, Image orientation, Folder sel ection (Date / Still / Movie), Protect, Rating, Display as Group, Shot Mark (Movie), Divider Frame,Crop
Power
USB Power Supply Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery co mpatible)
Supplied Battery One rechargeable battery pack NP-FZ100
Battery Life (Still Images) Approx. 440 shots (Viewfinder) / Approx. 530 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)
Battery Life (Movie, actual recording) Approx. 90 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 100 min (LCD monitor) (CIP A standard)
Battery Life (Movie, continuous recording) Approx. 145 min (Viewfinder) / Approx. 150 min (LCD monitor) (CIP A standard)
Internal Battery Charge Yes (Available with USB Type-C Terminal. USB Power Delivery co mpatible)
Power consumption with Viewfinder Still images: Approx. 4.5 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: Approx. 6.8 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OS S lens attached)
Power consumption with LCD screen Still images: Approx. 3.7 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens attached), Movies: Approx. 6.6 W (with FE 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6 OS S lens attached)
Lens
Lens mount E-mount
General Features
Lithium Battery Yes

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  • Type: Camera
  • Style: Film Camera
  • Film Size: 35 Mm

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