Fujifilm
XF10
Pocket APS-C compact with a fixed 28mm-equivalent f/2.8 lens and 24MP Bayer sensor.
$499
Released Jul 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 6.3 years newer.
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Wins
XF10
Wins
Alpha 1 II
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 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 15 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 6 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 50 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
XF10
113 × 64 × 41 mm
279 g (0.62 lb / 9.84 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
XF10 is 24mm narrower, 33mm shorter, and 42mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
XF10 is 464 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm XF10 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
XF10
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 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
XF10: 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
XF10
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112.5, 64.4, 41
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
279 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
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 6 fps — 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.
XF10
Pros
- ✓APS-C in a pocket body
- ✓28mm-equivalent lens
- ✓Very light
Cons
- –No EVF
- –4K limited to 15p
- –Simpler controls
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?
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Fujifilm XF10
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, XF10 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for XF10 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the XF10 and Alpha 1 II?
XF10 is 24.2 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the XF10 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
XF10 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the XF10 or the Alpha 1 II?
XF10 reaches 6 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the XF10 and Alpha 1 II?
XF10 weighs 279 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the XF10 is 464 g lighter.
Do the XF10 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
XF10: 4K up to 15p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the XF10 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
XF10: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the XF10 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
XF10 launched at $499 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The XF10 is $6,000 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.