Canon
EOS R50 V
Video-first APS-C RF body with 4K 60p crop, oversampled 4K 30p, Canon Log 3, Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, and no EVF — built for creators.
$649
Launch priceReleased Mar 2025
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
EOS R50 V is 4 months newer.
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Wins
EOS R50 V
Wins
Alpha 1 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 24 MP)
- AEOS R50 V has lower Weight (370 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 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 shareEOS R50 V
119 × 74 × 45 mm
370 g (0.82 lb / 13.05 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
EOS R50 V is 17mm narrower, 23mm shorter, and 38mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
EOS R50 V is 373 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 45mm EOS R50 V · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R50 V
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 R50 V
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
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 R50 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 119.3, 73.7, 45.2
Codecs
Adds XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
Weight
370 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Max video bit rate
250 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 10 fps — 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…
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 24 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 32,000
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R50 V
Pros
- ✓24MP APS-C sensor with DIGIC X
- ✓4K oversampled 30p and 4K crop 60p
- ✓Canon Log 3 and 10-bit internal
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
- ✓UVC/UAC streaming and vertical tripod socket
Cons
- –No built-in EVF or flash
- –4K 60p is cropped (not oversampled)
- –Single SD card slot
- –No in-body stabilization
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 landscape, EOS R50 V or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS R50 V — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R50 V and Alpha 1 II?
EOS R50 V is 24 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 R50 V and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R50 V does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R50 V or the Alpha 1 II?
EOS R50 V reaches 15 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R50 V and Alpha 1 II?
EOS R50 V weighs 370 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the EOS R50 V is 373 g lighter.
Do the EOS R50 V and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
EOS R50 V: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R50 V and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
EOS R50 V: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R50 V and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R50 V launched at $649 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The EOS R50 V is $5,850 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.