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 99 II
42MP A-mount flagship with translucent mirror, 12fps, and 5-axis IBIS for Sony/Minolta lenses.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2016
Alpha 1 II is 8.1 years newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
Alpha 99 II
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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 IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 4.5 stops)
- 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 99 II
143 × 105 × 82 mm
849 g (1.87 lb / 29.95 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 7mm narrower and 8mm shorter than Alpha 99 II but it is also 1mm thicker.
Alpha 1 II is 106 g lighter than Alpha 99 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 82mm Alpha 99 II
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Alpha 99 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 99 II: mount data unavailable
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 3,690,000 — 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
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 99 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142.6, 104.8, 81.6
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
- ✓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 99 II
Pros
- ✓42MP A-mount
- ✓5-axis IBIS
- ✓12fps
- ✓Huge Minolta lens library
Cons
- –A-mount declining
- –Translucent mirror system
- –Large body
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 video, Alpha 1 II or Alpha 99 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for Alpha 99 II — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 99 II?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and Alpha 99 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 99 II have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 99 II has 4.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the Alpha 99 II?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 99 II reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 99 II?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and Alpha 99 II weighs 849 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 106 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 99 II record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Alpha 99 II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and Alpha 99 II weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. Alpha 99 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 640 shots for the Alpha 99 II, giving the Alpha 99 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and Alpha 99 II at $3,199. The Alpha 99 II is $3,300 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.