Fujifilm
GFX ETERNA 55
G-mount large-format cinema camera with a 102MP GFX sensor, 8K recording, variable ND, 12G-SDI, and pro I/O.
$16,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 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
GFX ETERNA 55 is 10 months newer.
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Wins
GFX ETERNA 55
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AGFX ETERNA 55 has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 1 II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 400)
- BAlpha 1 II has lower Weight (743 g vs 2000 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGFX ETERNA 55
111 × 138 × 177 mm
2000 g (4.41 lb / 70.55 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
GFX ETERNA 55 is 25mm narrower than Alpha 1 II but it is also 41mm taller and 94mm thicker.
GFX ETERNA 55 is 1257 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 177mm GFX ETERNA 55 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
GFX ETERNA 55
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
GFX ETERNA 55: 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
GFX ETERNA 55
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.8, 138.2, 176.8
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SSD via USB
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
Resolution
102 MP vs 50.1 MP — higher is better
Card slots
3 vs 2 — 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…
ISO min (native)
100 vs 400 — lower is better
Weight
743 g vs 2000 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Insect, Car/Train
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 520 shots
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX ETERNA 55
Pros
- ✓Large-format 8K cinema capture
- ✓Electronic variable ND
- ✓12G-SDI and GenLock
- ✓F-Log2 / F-Log2 C
Cons
- –Cinema-only body
- –Very expensive
- –Large and heavy
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?
Compare live prices for the GFX ETERNA 55 and Alpha 1 II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm GFX ETERNA 55
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, GFX ETERNA 55 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX ETERNA 55 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and Alpha 1 II?
GFX ETERNA 55 is 102 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the GFX ETERNA 55 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
GFX ETERNA 55 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the GFX ETERNA 55 and Alpha 1 II?
GFX ETERNA 55 weighs 2000 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 1257 g lighter.
Do the GFX ETERNA 55 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
GFX ETERNA 55: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the GFX ETERNA 55 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
GFX ETERNA 55: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the GFX ETERNA 55 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX ETERNA 55 launched at $16,499 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $10,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.