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Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
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.
Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
Alpha 1 II
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- AAce Pro 2 has lower Weight (177.2 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 64mm narrower, 45mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Ace Pro 2 is 566 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Ace Pro 2: 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
Ace Pro 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
177.2 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Eye AF
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Ace Pro 2 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Ace Pro 2 — 50.1MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 1 II?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Ace Pro 2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the Alpha 1 II?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 1 II?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 566 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Ace Pro 2 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro 2 launched at $449 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Ace Pro 2 is $6,050 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.