Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Xtra
Muse
Pocket gimbal camera with 1-inch CMOS sensor, 4K/120fps slow-motion, 3-axis mechanical gimbal, 10-bit X-Log, and 2-inch OLED touchscreen.
$499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
Muse is 9 months newer.
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Wins
Alpha 1 II
Wins
Muse
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAlpha 1 II has higher Resolution (50.1 MP vs 9.4 MP)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 6,400)
- BMuse has lower Weight (180 g vs 743 g)
- BMuse has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- AAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
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
Muse
34 × 140 × 42 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
Alpha 1 II is 43mm shorter than Muse but it is also 102mm wider and 41mm thicker.
Alpha 1 II is 563 g heavier than Muse.
Depth (front-to-back): 83mm Alpha 1 II · 42mm Muse
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Muse
34 × 140 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Muse
34 × 42 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Alpha 1 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
Muse: 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
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
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 9.4 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Eye AF
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Reasons to choose
Muse
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 34, 140, 42.2
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
180 g vs 743 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
Muse
Pros
- ✓1-inch CMOS at $379
- ✓3-axis mechanical gimbal
- ✓4K/120fps slow-motion
- ✓10-bit X-Log color
Cons
- –No waterproofing
- –Fixed lens
- –No built-in storage
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 wildlife, Alpha 1 II or Muse?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Muse — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Alpha 1 II and Muse?
Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP and Muse is 9.4 MP, so the Alpha 1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Muse have in-body image stabilization?
Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while Muse uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal.
What's the weight difference between the Alpha 1 II and Muse?
Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g and Muse weighs 180 g, so the Muse is 563 g lighter.
Do the Alpha 1 II and Muse record 4K video?
Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p. Muse: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Alpha 1 II and Muse weather sealed?
Alpha 1 II: Yes. Muse: No.
How much does each cost?
Alpha 1 II launched at $6,499 and Muse at $499. The Muse is $6,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sony and Xtra press materials.