Panasonic
Lumix GF10
Ultra-compact selfie-friendly MFT body with 4K and a flip-up screen for creators.
$549
Launch priceReleased Jan 2018
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 6.8 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix GF10
Wins
Alpha 1 II
3 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 EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 16 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GF10
107 × 65 × 33 mm
270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 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 GF10 is 30mm narrower, 32mm shorter, and 50mm thinner than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix GF10 is 473 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 33mm Lumix GF10 · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GF10
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
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 GF10
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 GF10
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 106.5, 64.8, 33
Weight
270 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 16 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GF10
Pros
- ✓Very compact
- ✓4K video
- ✓Selfie flip screen
- ✓Affordable MFT
Cons
- –No EVF
- –No IBIS
- –16MP dated
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 Lumix GF10 and Alpha 1 II at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic Lumix GF10
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 GF10 or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix GF10 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GF10 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GF10 is 16 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 GF10 and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GF10 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GF10 or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GF10 reaches 11 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GF10 and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix GF10 weighs 270 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Lumix GF10 is 473 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GF10 and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix GF10: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix GF10 and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix GF10: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GF10 and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Lumix GF10 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GF10 launched at $549 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix GF10 is $5,950 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.