Panasonic
Lumix G97
Updated Micro Four Thirds hybrid with 20.3MP sensor, V-Log L, 5-axis Dual I.S. 2, and 4K video.
$849
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 G97
Wins
Alpha 1 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 30 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 60 Hz)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Lumix G97
130 × 94 × 77 mm
530 g (1.17 lb / 18.70 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix G97 is 6mm narrower, 3mm shorter, and 6mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix G97 is 213 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm Lumix G97 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix G97
130 × 94 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.
Lumix G97
130 × 77 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix G97
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix G97
Micro Four Thirds
130+
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 G97
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.4, 93.5, 77.4
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Weight
530 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 30 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 60 Hz — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓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.
Lumix G97
Pros
- ✓20.3MP MFT sensor
- ✓V-Log L
- ✓5-axis Dual I.S. 2
- ✓Weather resistant
Cons
- –Contrast AF
- –Single card slot
- –MFT sensor
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 G97
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix G97 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 2.5/10 for Lumix G97 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix G97 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix G97 is 20.3 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 G97 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix G97 has 5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix G97 or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix G97 reaches 9 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix G97 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix G97 weighs 530 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix G97 is 213 g lighter.
Do the Lumix G97 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix G97: 4K up to 29.97p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix G97 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix G97: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 290 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix G97 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix G97 launched at $849 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix G97 is $5,650 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.