How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sony
Sony a1 II vs Sony a1
Short AnswerSony a1 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Continuous ShootingTie
Image StabilizationSony a1 II
Battery LifeSony a1
WeightSony a1
Launch PriceTie
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A50.1
B50.1
Electronic Burst (fps)
A30
B30
Stabilization (Stops)
A8.5
B5.5
Battery (Shots)
A520
B530
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A743
B737
Form Factor
136.1 × 96.9 × 82.9 mm
128.9 × 96.9 × 80.8 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a1 II If…
- Higher image stabilization (8.5 stops vs 5.5 stops)
Choose Sony a1 If…
- Higher battery life (530 shots vs 520 shots)
- Lighter body (737 g vs 743 g)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a1 II | Sony a1 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 50.1 MP | 50.1 MP |
| Sensor Type | Stacked CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 32000 | 32000 |
| Stabilization | 8.5 Stops | 5.5 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | — | 759 |
| Low-Light AF | -4 EV | -4 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/32000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 9.44M | 9.44M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 8K 30p | 8K 30p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Log Profile | S-Log3 | S-Log3 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 743 g | 737 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 520 Shots | 530 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 6500 | 6500 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.