Panasonic
Lumix S1H
Video-first full-frame with unlimited 6K recording and V-Log.
$3,999
Released May 2019
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 5.5 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S1H
Wins
Alpha 1 II
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 9 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 70 frames)
- ALumix S1H has higher Max video bit rate (400 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 24.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix S1H
151 × 114 × 110 mm
1164 g (2.57 lb / 41.06 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Lumix S1H is 15mm wider, 17mm taller, and 28mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
Lumix S1H is 421 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 110mm Lumix S1H · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1H
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 S1H: 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 S1H
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 151, 114.2, 110.4
Max video bit rate
400 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 70 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1H
Pros
- ✓Unlimited recording
- ✓Netflix approved
- ✓Dual native ISO
Cons
- –Heavy
- –Older AF
- –24MP stills
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix S1H or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for Lumix S1H — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1H and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix S1H 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 S1H and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1H has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1H or the Alpha 1 II?
Lumix S1H reaches 9 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1H and Alpha 1 II?
Lumix S1H weighs 1164 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 421 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1H and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
Lumix S1H: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix S1H and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
Lumix S1H: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1H and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1H launched at $3,999 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Lumix S1H is $2,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.