Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Sony
Alpha 5000
Ultra-compact entry E-mount body that brought mirrorless to the mass market.
$399
Launch priceReleased Apr 2014
Alpha 1 II is 10.7 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
Alpha 5000
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,360,000)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 5000 has lower Weight (269 g vs 743 g)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 5000
110 × 63 × 33 mm
269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 27mm wider, 34mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Alpha 5000.
Alpha 1 II is 474 g heavier than Alpha 5000.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 33mm Alpha 5000
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 5000
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 5000
✓ 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
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
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Reasons to choose
Alpha 5000
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.6, 62.8, 32.7
Weight
269 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 759
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Alpha 5000
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Compact
- ✓20MP APS-C
- ✓Flip screen
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Very dated
- –Limited controls
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Alpha 1 II or Alpha 5000?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Alpha 5000 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 5000?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and Alpha 5000 is 20.1 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 5000 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 5000 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the Alpha 5000?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 5000 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 5000?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and Alpha 5000 weighs 269 g, so the Alpha 5000 is 474 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 5000 record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 5000: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 5000 weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. Alpha 5000: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 640 shots for the Alpha 5000, giving the Alpha 5000 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and Alpha 5000 at $399. The Alpha 5000 is $6,100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.