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
PXW-Z200
AI-powered XDCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x G Lens zoom, 4K60/120p, 12G-SDI, XAVC MXF, variable ND, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
Alpha 1 II is 2 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
PXW-Z200
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 14 MP)
- AAlpha 1 II has lower Weight (743 g vs 1960 g)
- 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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PXW-Z200
176 × 201 × 371 mm
1960 g (4.32 lb / 69.14 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 40mm narrower, 104mm shorter, and 288mm thinner than PXW-Z200.
Alpha 1 II is 1217 g lighter than PXW-Z200.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 371mm PXW-Z200
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
PXW-Z200
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
7.4× 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
PXW-Z200: 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
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 14 MP — higher is better
Weight
743 g vs 1960 g — lower is better
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
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z200
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 175.6, 201.3, 371.1
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Codecs
Adds XAVC MXF, MPEG HD422
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 frame coverage — Both 94 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
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
PXW-Z200
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + timecode in/out for broadcast
- ✓XAVC MXF / XAVC S-I / XAVC HS codecs
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓Variable ND (1/4–1/128) + S-Cinetone
Cons
- –Premium over HXR-NX800
- –Heavy at 1.96 kg body-only
- –Some MXF features require firmware 2.0+
- –C3 Portal streaming is paid add-on
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Alpha 1 II or PXW-Z200?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for PXW-Z200 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z200?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and PXW-Z200 is 14 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z200 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z200 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the PXW-Z200?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z200 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z200?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and PXW-Z200 weighs 1960 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 1217 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z200 record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z200: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z200 weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. PXW-Z200: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 640 shots for the PXW-Z200, giving the PXW-Z200 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and PXW-Z200 at $3,999. The PXW-Z200 is $2,500 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.