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Sony Alpha A1 vs Sony Alpha A1 Mark II
Sony Alpha A1
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha A1, made by Sony, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Jan. 26, 2021. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 102400. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.8 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony Alpha A1 Mark II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony Alpha A1 Mark II
Sensor
This camera has a Stacked CMOS sensor with a 50 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 759 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 7680 x 4320 with support for the following formats: XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 530 shots per charge with the included NP-FZ100 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Sony Alpha A1 Mark II
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha A1 Mark II, made by Sony, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Nov. 19, 2024. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 102400. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.8 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Alpha A1, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Alpha A1
Sensor
This camera has a Stacked CMOS sensor with a 50 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 759 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 7680 x 4320 with support for the following formats: XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 520 shots per charge with the included NP-FZ100 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 759 | 759 |
Connectivity |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB | USB |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 25.9 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 14.5 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 3163.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 98.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Jan. 26, 2021 | Nov. 19, 2024 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Sony | Sony |
| msrp | $5,498.00 | $6,499.00 |
| model | Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| Predecessor model | Sony Alpha A1 | |
| Successor model | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II | |
Lense |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| Focal length multiplier | 1x | 1x |
| Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 284 | 284 |
Other features |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 0.0 fps | 0.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| Battery life | 530 shots | 520 shots |
| Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FZ100 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 97 x 81mm | 136 x 97 x 83mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 737 grs | 743 grs |
Screen |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
| Max image resolution | 8640 x 5760 | 8640 x 5760 |
| Max native ISO | 32000 | 32000 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24 mm | 35.9 x 24 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 50 | 50 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
Headphone port |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 7680 x 4320 | 7680 x 4320 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
| Video resolutions | 7680 x 4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) | 7680 x 4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Viewfinder |
Sony Alpha A1 | Sony Alpha A1 Mark II |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 9,440k dots | 9,440k dots |