Canon
EOS Rebel T8i
Popular entry APS-C DSLR (850D) with 24MP, Dual Pixel AF in live view, and 4K video.
$749
Launch priceReleased Feb 2020
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 4.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS Rebel T8i
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 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 EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 24.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS Rebel T8i
131 × 103 × 76 mm
515 g (1.14 lb / 18.17 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 Rebel T8i is 5mm narrower and 7mm thinner than Alpha 1 II but it is also 6mm taller.
EOS Rebel T8i is 228 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 76mm EOS Rebel T8i · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
EOS Rebel T8i
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 Rebel T8i
Canon EF
300+
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 Rebel T8i
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131, 103, 76
Weight
515 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher 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
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 11 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS Rebel T8i
Pros
- ✓Dual Pixel AF live view
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓4K video
- ✓Articulating screen
Cons
- –DSLR declining
- –No IBIS
- –4K crop
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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Canon EOS Rebel T8i
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS Rebel T8i or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS Rebel T8i — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS Rebel T8i and Alpha 1 II?
EOS Rebel T8i 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 Rebel T8i and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS Rebel T8i does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS Rebel T8i or the Alpha 1 II?
EOS Rebel T8i reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS Rebel T8i and Alpha 1 II?
EOS Rebel T8i weighs 515 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the EOS Rebel T8i is 228 g lighter.
Do the EOS Rebel T8i and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
EOS Rebel T8i: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS Rebel T8i and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
EOS Rebel T8i: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS Rebel T8i and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the EOS Rebel T8i the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS Rebel T8i launched at $749 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The EOS Rebel T8i is $5,750 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.