Panasonic
Lumix BS1H
Box-style L-mount cinema camera with S1H full-frame sensor, 6K, dual native ISO, and genlock/timecode.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased May 2021
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 3.5 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix BS1H
Wins
Alpha 1 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix BS1H
94 × 94 × 66 mm
870 g (1.92 lb / 30.69 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix BS1H is 43mm narrower, 3mm shorter, and 17mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix BS1H is 127 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 66mm Lumix BS1H · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BS1H
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix BS1H
Leica L
80+
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
Lumix BS1H
Codecs
Adds V-Log, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 93.5, 93.5, 66.4
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
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
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix BS1H
Pros
- ✓S1H sensor in box form
- ✓6K recording
- ✓Dual native ISO
- ✓Genlock & timecode
Cons
- –No screen
- –Requires external monitor
- –Box ergonomics only
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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Panasonic Lumix BS1H
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix BS1H or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix BS1H — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BS1H and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix BS1H 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 Lumix BS1H and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BS1H has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BS1H or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix BS1H reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BS1H and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix BS1H weighs 870 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 127 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BS1H and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix BS1H: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix BS1H and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix BS1H: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BS1H and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Lumix BS1H the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BS1H launched at $3,499 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix BS1H is $3,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.