Fujifilm
X-H1
Rugged APS-C flagship that introduced IBIS to Fujifilm X with a pro video-focused body.
$1,899
Released Feb 2018
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 6.8 years newer.
Wins
X-H1
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 27 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 14 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-H1
140 × 97 × 86 mm
673 g (1.48 lb / 23.74 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X-H1 is 4mm wider and 3mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
X-H1 is 70 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 86mm X-H1 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
X-H1
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-H1
Fujifilm X
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
X-H1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139.8, 97.3, 85.5
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Weight
673 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 27 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-H1
Pros
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed build
- ✓4K video
- ✓Large grip
Cons
- –Older AF
- –Heavy for APS-C
- –Superseded
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, X-H1 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for X-H1 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-H1 and Alpha 1 II?
X-H1 is 24.3 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-H1 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-H1 has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-H1 or the Alpha 1 II?
X-H1 reaches 14 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-H1 and Alpha 1 II?
X-H1 weighs 673 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the X-H1 is 70 g lighter.
Do the X-H1 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X-H1: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-H1 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X-H1: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X-H1 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-H1 launched at $1,899 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The X-H1 is $4,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.