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-Z300
Flagship 3-CMOS XDCAM with 1/2-inch Exmor R sensors, 17x f/1.9 zoom, AI subject AF, 4K60p, flexible LCD arm, and content authentication.
$8,298
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
PXW-Z300 is 10 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
PXW-Z300
9 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 8.3 MP)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
- BPXW-Z300 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)
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-Z300
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 2mm wider, 6mm taller, and 11mm thicker than PXW-Z300.
Alpha 1 II is 163 g heavier than PXW-Z300.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 72mm PXW-Z300
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
PXW-Z300
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× 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-Z300: 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
Resolution
50.1 MP vs 8.3 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
EVF refresh rate
240 Hz vs 120 Hz — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.9 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
PXW-Z300
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Weight
580 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — 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
PXW-Z300
Pros
- ✓3× 1/2-inch 4K Exmor R 3CMOS
- ✓17x f/1.9 constant aperture zoom
- ✓AI subject recognition + auto framing
- ✓4K60p XAVC Intra/Long + MPEG HD422
- ✓Electronic variable ND + 12G-SDI
Cons
- –Premium flagship pricing
- –3CMOS not single large sensor
- –Heavy at 2.6 kg body-only
- –New platform learning curve
Decided which one is right for you?
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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-Z300?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for PXW-Z300 — 50.1MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z300?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and PXW-Z300 is 8.3 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z300 have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while PXW-Z300 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Alpha 1 II or the PXW-Z300?
Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic. PXW-Z300 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z300?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and PXW-Z300 weighs 580 g, so the PXW-Z300 is 163 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z300 record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. PXW-Z300: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and PXW-Z300 weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. PXW-Z300: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the Alpha 1 II and 520 shots for the PXW-Z300, giving the PXW-Z300 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and PXW-Z300 at $8,298. The Alpha 1 II is $1,799 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.