Panasonic
LUMIX FZ80D
60x superzoom bridge with 18.1MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 20–1200mm f/2.8–5.9 Leica lens, 4K video, 2.36M-dot EVF, USB-C, and POWER O.I.S.
$478
Launch priceReleased Dec 2024
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
LUMIX FZ80D
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 × 125 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 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 FZ80D is 6mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Alpha 1 II but it is also 42mm thicker.
LUMIX FZ80D is 103 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 125mm LUMIX FZ80D · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
LUMIX FZ80D
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
30.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
LUMIX FZ80D: 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
LUMIX FZ80D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.2, 94.3, 125.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
Weight
640 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
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
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 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.
LUMIX FZ80D
Pros
- ✓60x 20–1200mm equivalent reach
- ✓Wide f/2.8 at wide end
- ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF + 1.84M-dot touchscreen
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo
- ✓USB-C charging
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Bulky bridge body (~640 g)
- –No mic/headphone jacks
- –Contrast-detect AF 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 FZ80D
Sony Alpha 1 II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, LUMIX FZ80D or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 1 II?
LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 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 FZ80D and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX FZ80D or the Alpha 1 II?
LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 1 II?
LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the LUMIX FZ80D is 103 g lighter.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
LUMIX FZ80D: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX FZ80D and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
LUMIX FZ80D launched at $478 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The LUMIX FZ80D is $6,021 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.