San Diego, CA—The Sony Alpha 1 II is the company’s new flagship full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera. The ILC brings together some of the most requested features of Sony’s high-end camera lineup into one compact body for professional applications. Moreover, it combines high resolution, speed and AI-driven technology to meet the needs of pro photographers and videographers. The company also bills the new pro model as an ideal hybrid tool for photojournalism, wildlife, sports, portraiture, weddings as well as commercial work.
Sony Alpha 1 II Key Features 
- 50.1-megapixel, full-frame Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor
- 30 fps (frames-per-second) blackout-free continuous shooting with AF/AE (autofocus/autoexposure) tracking
- AF/AE calculations at up to 120 times per second
- Advanced AI-based subject recognition
- New “auto” recognition mode that automatically detects subjects
- High-speed anti-distortion shutter reduces rolling shutter effect
- Pre-capture of up to one second and continuous shooting speed boost
- Improved optical image stabilization of up to 8.5 stops (center) and 7.0 stops (periphery) for still images
- A new dynamic active mode for stabilized video
- 8K 30p/4K 120p and 10-bit 4:2:2 video recording
- Video features include breathing compensation, auto framing as well as import user LUTs
- Updated ergonomics in a 1 lb. 7.3 oz. body
- Supports 2.5GBASE-T via wired LAN
- Content can be transmitted via stable, high-speed 5G communication
- Automatic transfer to Adobe Lightroom or Google Drive
Sony will make the Alpha 1 II available in December 2024. It has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $6,499.99.
