Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Sony
Alpha 7R II
Historic 42MP mirrorless that proved high-resolution full-frame could work.
$3,199
Released Jun 2015
Alpha 1 II is 9.4 years newer.
Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
Alpha 7R II
3 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5 fps)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 2,359,296)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 5 fps)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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)
Alpha 7R II
127 × 96 × 60 mm
625 g (1.38 lb / 22.05 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 9mm wider, 1mm taller, and 23mm thicker than Alpha 7R II.
Alpha 1 II is 118 g heavier than Alpha 7R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 60mm Alpha 7R II
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7R II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 7R 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
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 2,359,296 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.265
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 95.7, 60.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds AVCHD, MP4
Weight
625 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
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 7R II
Pros
- ✓42MP milestone
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓Historic importance
Cons
- –Very dated AF
- –Old video
- –Superseded many times
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Alpha 1 II or Alpha 7R II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for Alpha 7R II — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7R II?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and Alpha 7R II is 42.4 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7R II have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 7R II has 4.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the Alpha 7R II?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R II reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7R II?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and Alpha 7R II weighs 625 g, so the Alpha 7R II is 118 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7R II record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7R II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7R II weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. Alpha 7R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 290 shots for the Alpha 7R II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and Alpha 7R II at $3,199. The Alpha 7R II is $3,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony press materials.