Fujifilm
X-M1
Small entry X-mount body with a tilting screen and 16MP X-Trans sensor.
$699
Released Jun 2013
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 11.4 years newer.
Wins
X-M1
Wins
Alpha 1 II
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 10 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5.6 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-M1
117 × 67 × 39 mm
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X-M1 is 19mm narrower, 30mm shorter, and 44mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
X-M1 is 413 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm X-M1 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
X-M1
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-M1
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-M1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.9, 66.5, 39
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
330 g vs 743 g — lower 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 10 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 5.6 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓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.
X-M1
Pros
- ✓Very compact
- ✓Tilting LCD
- ✓X-Trans sensor
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –Old AF
- –No 4K
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
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Fujifilm X-M1
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-M1 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for X-M1 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-M1 and Alpha 1 II?
X-M1 is 16.3 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-M1 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-M1 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-M1 or the Alpha 1 II?
X-M1 reaches 5.6 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-M1 and Alpha 1 II?
X-M1 weighs 330 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the X-M1 is 413 g lighter.
Do the X-M1 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X-M1: Full HD. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-M1 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X-M1: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X-M1 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-M1 launched at $699 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The X-M1 is $5,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.