Blackmagic
PYXIS 6K
Modular full-frame 6K cinema box camera with 13-stop dynamic range, dual native ISO, L-Mount, dual CFexpress slots, and 12G-SDI output.
$3,389
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 7 months newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 6K
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 400)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 24.4 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has lower Weight (743 g vs 1500 g)
- APYXIS 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to sharePYXIS 6K
151 × 119 × 106 mm
1500 g (3.31 lb / 52.91 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PYXIS 6K is 15mm wider, 22mm taller, and 23mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
PYXIS 6K is 757 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 6K · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 6K
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
PYXIS 6K: 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
PYXIS 6K
Subject recognition
Adds Human face, Object tracking
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW 3:1, Blackmagic RAW 5:1, Blackmagic RAW 8:1…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 151, 119, 106
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
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 min (native)
100 vs 400 — lower is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 24.4 MP — higher is better
Weight
743 g vs 1500 g — lower is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PYXIS 6K
Pros
- ✓Full-frame 6048×4032 6K open gate
- ✓13 stops dynamic range
- ✓Dual native ISO 400 / 3200
- ✓Dual CFexpress Type B + 12G-SDI
- ✓1500-nit 4-inch touchscreen
Cons
- –Box body needs rigging
- –Heavy at 1.5 kg body-only
- –Requires external power for long shoots
- –AF limited to compatible L-Mount lenses
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
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, PYXIS 6K or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for PYXIS 6K — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 6K and Alpha 1 II?
PYXIS 6K is 24.4 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PYXIS 6K and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
PYXIS 6K does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PYXIS 6K or the Alpha 1 II?
PYXIS 6K reaches 60 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 6K and Alpha 1 II?
PYXIS 6K weighs 1500 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 757 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 6K and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
PYXIS 6K: 6K Open Gate (6048 × 4032) (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the PYXIS 6K and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
PYXIS 6K: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 6K launched at $3,389 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The PYXIS 6K is $3,110 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Sony press materials.