RED
KOMODO 6K
Compact Super 35 global-shutter cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, Canon RF mount, 16+ stops DR, and a built-in 2.9-inch touchscreen.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
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 4.2 years newer.
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Wins
KOMODO 6K
Wins
Alpha 1 II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 3,200)
- BAlpha 1 II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- AKOMODO 6K has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 × 102 mm
1000 g (2.20 lb / 35.27 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
KOMODO 6K is 34mm narrower than Alpha 1 II but it is also 5mm taller and 19mm thicker.
KOMODO 6K is 257 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 102mm KOMODO 6K · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
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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.
KOMODO 6K
102 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO 6K
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
KOMODO 6K: 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
KOMODO 6K
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 102, 102, 102
Card types
Adds CFast 2.0
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
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
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
KOMODO 6K
Pros
- ✓Global shutter Super 35 6K sensor
- ✓16+ stops dynamic range
- ✓REDCODE RAW up to 120fps in 2K
- ✓Compact 952g aluminum body
- ✓12G-SDI + integrated touchscreen
Cons
- –Single CFast 2.0 slot
- –RF mount needs adapters for PL/EF
- –Small integrated monitor
- –No in-body ND filters
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 KOMODO 6K and Alpha 1 II at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, KOMODO 6K or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for KOMODO 6K — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 1 II?
KOMODO 6K is 19.9 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO 6K does not have IBIS, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO 6K or the Alpha 1 II?
KOMODO 6K reaches 120 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 1 II?
KOMODO 6K weighs 1000 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 257 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
KOMODO 6K: 6K 17:9 (6144 × 3240) (max), 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the KOMODO 6K and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
KOMODO 6K: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO 6K launched at $5,995 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The KOMODO 6K is $504 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of RED and Sony press materials.