DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
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
Pocket 2
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- 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 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Pocket 2 is 11mm narrower, 59mm shorter, and 53mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Pocket 2 is 626 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Pocket 2: 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
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
117 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
64 MP vs 50.1 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
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 wildlife, Pocket 2 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Pocket 2 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 1 II?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the Alpha 1 II?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and Alpha 1 II?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Pocket 2 is 626 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Pocket 2 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Pocket 2 is $6,150 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of DJI and Sony press materials.