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 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 1 year newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
Alpha 7 V
8 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,686,400)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 95 frames)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 6mm wider, 1mm taller, and 1mm thicker than Alpha 7 V.
Alpha 1 II is 48 g heavier than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,686,400 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 95 frames — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 33 MP — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car/Train
EVF magnification
0.9 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Train
Battery life (CIPA)
630 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Weight
695 g vs 743 g — lower 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
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
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 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, Alpha 1 II or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 8.0/10 for Alpha 7 V — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the Alpha 7 V is 48 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Alpha 7 V is $3,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.