RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
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 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
KOMODO-X
Wins
Alpha 1 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has lower Weight (743 g vs 1130 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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114 × 101 × 71 mm
1130 g (2.49 lb / 39.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
KOMODO-X is 22mm narrower and 12mm thinner than Alpha 1 II but it is also 4mm taller.
KOMODO-X is 387 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 71mm KOMODO-X · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO-X
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-X: 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-X
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 101, 71
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher 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
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
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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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, KOMODO-X or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for KOMODO-X — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO-X and Alpha 1 II?
KOMODO-X 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-X and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO-X has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO-X or the Alpha 1 II?
KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO-X and Alpha 1 II?
KOMODO-X weighs 1130 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 387 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO-X and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
KOMODO-X: 6K 17:9 (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the KOMODO-X and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
KOMODO-X: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the KOMODO-X and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO-X launched at $9,995 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $3,496 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.