Canon
XF605
1-inch broadcast camcorder with DIGIC DV7, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC, 12G-SDI, ND filter, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$4,500
Launch priceReleased Aug 2021
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 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
XF605
Wins
Alpha 1 II
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 8.29 MP)
- AXF605 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- AXF605 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareXF605
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
XF605 is 2mm narrower, 6mm shorter, and 11mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
XF605 is 163 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm XF605 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
XF605
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
XF605: 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
XF605
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 8.29 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.9 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF605
Pros
- ✓4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC internal
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF + iTR AF X
- ✓12G-SDI + HDMI + Ethernet (SRT)
- ✓Built-in 3-position ND + HLG/PQ
- ✓Dual SD + RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Large shoulder-style body
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Fixed 15x zoom lens
- –8.29MP effective on 1-inch sensor
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 XF605
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, XF605 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for XF605 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the XF605 and Alpha 1 II?
XF605 is 8.29 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the XF605 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
XF605 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the XF605 or the Alpha 1 II?
XF605 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the XF605 and Alpha 1 II?
XF605 weighs 580 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the XF605 is 163 g lighter.
Do the XF605 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
XF605: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the XF605 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
XF605: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the XF605 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
XF605 launched at $4,500 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The XF605 is $1,999 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.