Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Luna Ultra is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 743 g)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 37 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Luna Ultra is 84mm narrower and 44mm thinner than Alpha 1 II but it is also 73mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 510 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Luna Ultra: 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
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
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
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓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.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
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?
Compare live prices for the Luna Ultra and Alpha 1 II at major authorized retailers.
Insta360 Luna Ultra
Sony Alpha 1 II
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Luna Ultra or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Alpha 1 II?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Luna Ultra and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Alpha 1 II?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Luna Ultra is 510 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Luna Ultra is $5,729 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Sony press materials.