Fujifilm
X-M5
Tiny creator-focused X-mount camera with a 26MP X-Trans sensor, X-Processor 5, 6.2K video, and vlog controls.
$799
Released Oct 2024
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Released within a month of each other.
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X-M5
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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 78 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- AX-M5 has lower Weight (355 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-M5
112 × 67 × 38 mm
355 g (0.78 lb / 12.52 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X-M5 is 24mm narrower, 30mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
X-M5 is 388 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X-M5 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
X-M5
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 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-M5
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-M5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.9, 66.6, 38
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
355 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Train
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 78 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
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
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-M5
Pros
- ✓Very small X-mount body
- ✓6.2K open-gate video
- ✓Creator microphone modes
- ✓Affordable entry into Fujifilm X
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –No IBIS
- –Single card slot
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 landscape, X-M5 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X-M5 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X-M5 and Alpha 1 II?
X-M5 is 26.1 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-M5 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X-M5 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-M5 or the Alpha 1 II?
X-M5 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-M5 and Alpha 1 II?
X-M5 weighs 355 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the X-M5 is 388 g lighter.
Do the X-M5 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X-M5: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-M5 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X-M5: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the X-M5 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-M5 launched at $799 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The X-M5 is $5,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.