Canon
EOS RP
Affordable full-frame RF entry with compact body and Dual Pixel AF for enthusiasts stepping up.
$999
Released Feb 2019
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 5.8 years newer.
Wins
EOS RP
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS RP has higher AF points / zones (4779 vs 759)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5 fps)
- 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)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS RP
133 × 85 × 70 mm
485 g (1.07 lb / 17.11 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
EOS RP is 4mm narrower, 12mm shorter, and 13mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
EOS RP is 258 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 70mm EOS RP · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
EOS RP
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS RP
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 RP
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 85, 70
AF points / zones
4779 vs 759 — higher is better
Weight
485 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
ISO max (native)
40,000 vs 32,000 — higher is better
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
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
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
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 RP
Pros
- ✓Lowest-cost Canon full-frame RF
- ✓Compact and light
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓Fully articulating screen
Cons
- –4K video crop
- –Single card slot
- –No IBIS
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 video, EOS RP or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for EOS RP — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS RP and Alpha 1 II?
EOS RP is 26.2 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 RP and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS RP does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS RP or the Alpha 1 II?
EOS RP reaches 5 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS RP and Alpha 1 II?
EOS RP weighs 485 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the EOS RP is 258 g lighter.
Do the EOS RP and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
EOS RP: 4K up to 25p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS RP and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
EOS RP: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the EOS RP and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the EOS RP the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS RP launched at $999 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The EOS RP is $5,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Sony press materials.