RED
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Large-format global-shutter cinema flagship with 8K VV, 120fps, and pro broadcast I/O.
$44,500
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
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 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Wins
Alpha 1 II
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has lower Weight (743 g vs 3620 g)
- AV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- AV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 108 × 150 mm
3620 g (7.98 lb / 127.69 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)
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV is 21mm narrower than Alpha 1 II but it is also 11mm taller and 67mm thicker.
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV is 2877 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 150mm V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 108 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.
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 150 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
40.96 × 21.6 mm · Full Frame
885 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: 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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.5, 108, 149.63
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 759 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
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
Weight
743 g vs 3620 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 35.4 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Pros
- ✓8K VV global shutter
- ✓120fps 8K
- ✓Pro I/O
- ✓REDCODE RAW ecosystem
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Massive data rates
- –Requires pro crew
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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RED V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV and Alpha 1 II?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV is 35.4 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV or the Alpha 1 II?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV and Alpha 1 II?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV weighs 3620 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 2877 g lighter.
Do the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: 8K VV (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV launched at $44,500 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $38,001 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.