OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Released Sep 2023
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 1.2 years newer.
Wins
Tough TG-7
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 25)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 46 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 12 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- ATough TG-7 has lower Weight (249 g vs 743 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Tough TG-7 is 22mm narrower, 31mm shorter, and 50mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Tough TG-7 is 494 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Tough TG-7 · 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
Tough TG-7: 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
Tough TG-7
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
249 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MOV
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher 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
AF points / zones
759 vs 25 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 46 frames — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
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 portraits, Tough TG-7 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 8.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 50.1MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Tough TG-7 and Alpha 1 II?
Tough TG-7 is 12 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Tough TG-7 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Tough TG-7 does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Tough TG-7 or the Alpha 1 II?
Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Tough TG-7 and Alpha 1 II?
Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 494 g lighter.
Do the Tough TG-7 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Tough TG-7: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Tough TG-7 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Tough TG-7: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Tough TG-7 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Tough TG-7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Tough TG-7 launched at $549 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Tough TG-7 is $5,950 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of OM System and Sony press materials.