GoPro
MISSION 1 PRO
Flagship compact cinema camera with 50MP 1-inch sensor, GP3 processor, 8K60 / 4K240 video, 8K30 Open Gate 4:3, GP-Log2 10-bit, and 20m waterproof rugged body.
$700
Launch priceReleased May 2026
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
MISSION 1 PRO is 1.5 years newer.
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Wins
MISSION 1 PRO
Wins
Alpha 1 II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 0 EV)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF frame coverage (94 % vs 0 %)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AMISSION 1 PRO has lower ISO min (native) (25 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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MISSION 1 PRO
78 × 50 × 28 mm
207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
MISSION 1 PRO is 58mm narrower, 47mm shorter, and 55mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
MISSION 1 PRO is 536 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 28mm MISSION 1 PRO · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
MISSION 1 PRO: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
MISSION 1 PRO
Codecs
Adds MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 78, 50, 27.8
Card types
Adds microSDXC
ISO min (native)
25 vs 100 — lower is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Weight
207 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
MISSION 1 PRO
Pros
- ✓8K60 + 4K240 + 1080p960 burst slo-mo
- ✓50MP 1-inch sensor, up to 14 stops DR
- ✓8K30 / 4K120 Open Gate 4:3 reframing
- ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + 32-bit float audio
- ✓20m waterproof without housing
Cons
- –Premium pricing vs HERO13 Black
- –Fixed lens (ILS variant Q3 2026)
- –New platform — limited third-party support
- –Subscriber discount required for best price
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, MISSION 1 PRO or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for MISSION 1 PRO — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 1 II?
MISSION 1 PRO is 50 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
MISSION 1 PRO has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the MISSION 1 PRO or the Alpha 1 II?
MISSION 1 PRO reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 1 II?
MISSION 1 PRO weighs 207 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the MISSION 1 PRO is 536 g lighter.
Do the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
MISSION 1 PRO: 4K up to 120p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the MISSION 1 PRO and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
MISSION 1 PRO: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the MISSION 1 PRO and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
MISSION 1 PRO launched at $700 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The MISSION 1 PRO is $5,799 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of GoPro and Sony press materials.