Canon
EOS M50 Mark II
Popular vlogging APS-C mirrorless with flip screen and easy 4K for creators.
$599
Released Oct 2020
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 4.1 years newer.
Wins
EOS M50 Mark II
Wins
Alpha 1 II
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS M50 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (3975 vs 759)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 25 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS M50 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
EOS M50 Mark II is 2mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
EOS M50 Mark II is 223 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS M50 Mark II · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
EOS M50 Mark II
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS M50 Mark II: 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
EOS M50 Mark II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
AF points / zones
3975 vs 759 — higher is better
Weight
520 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 25 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS M50 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Compact and affordable
- ✓Flip touchscreen
- ✓Eye AF
- ✓Great for beginners
Cons
- –EF-M mount limited
- –4K crop
- –Plastic build
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS M50 Mark II or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS M50 Mark II — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS M50 Mark II and Alpha 1 II?
EOS M50 Mark II is 24.1 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS M50 Mark II and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS M50 Mark II does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS M50 Mark II or the Alpha 1 II?
EOS M50 Mark II reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS M50 Mark II and Alpha 1 II?
EOS M50 Mark II weighs 520 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the EOS M50 Mark II is 223 g lighter.
Do the EOS M50 Mark II and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
EOS M50 Mark II: 4K up to 25p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS M50 Mark II and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
EOS M50 Mark II: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS M50 Mark II and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the EOS M50 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS M50 Mark II launched at $599 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The EOS M50 Mark II is $5,900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.