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 7S
12MP low-light video legend that changed indie filmmaking with incredible high ISO performance.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2014
Alpha 1 II is 10.7 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
Alpha 7S
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 12.2 MP)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
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 7S
127 × 94 × 48 mm
489 g (1.08 lb / 17.25 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 9mm wider, 3mm taller, and 35mm thicker than Alpha 7S.
Alpha 1 II is 254 g heavier than Alpha 7S.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 48mm Alpha 7S
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 7S
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Alpha 7S
✓ 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
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 12.2 MP — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7S
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.9, 94.4, 48.2
Weight
489 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
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
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 7S
Pros
- ✓Legendary low light
- ✓12MP optimized for video
- ✓Full-frame
- ✓Historic video body
Cons
- –12MP for stills
- –No IBIS
- –Superseded by a7S series
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony Alpha 1 II
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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 7S?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Alpha 7S — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7S?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and Alpha 7S is 12.2 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7S have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7S has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the Alpha 7S?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7S reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7S?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and Alpha 7S weighs 489 g, so the Alpha 7S is 254 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7S record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 7S: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 7S weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. Alpha 7S: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 640 shots for the Alpha 7S, giving the Alpha 7S the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and Alpha 7S at $2,499. The Alpha 7S is $4,000 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.