Sony Alpha 1 II Full-Frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

The α1 II gives users everything they need to achieve a higher capture success rate and more, including 50MP high resolution, AI-based subject recognition AF, high-speed continuous shooting, and an advanced workflow from capture to delivery that provides professionals with unrivalled efficiency and freedom

Real-time Recognition AF for movies

Real-time Recognition AF utilises advanced AI-based human pose estimation technology that recognises and tracks not just eyes, but body and head positionfor human subjects with high precision. The range of subjects recognised with AI assistance, for both movies and stills, has been expanded relative to the α1, and now includes birds in movies, for example12. Other subjects are acquired and tracked in real time by processing colour, pattern, and spatial data.

High-resolution 8K31/4K recording for impressive realism

4K (3840 x 2160) movies can be cropped and edited from 8K source footage with overwhelming resolution from 8.6K oversampling. 8K 4:2:2 10-bit XAVC HS recording with optional Full HD proxy is available, as are 4K recording in XAVC HS, S, or S-I formats in full-frame, or Super 35 mm oversampled from 5.8K with full pixel readout and no pixel binning. XAVC S-I allows recording at up to 600 Mbps for outstanding image quality.

High-frame-rate recording at up to 120p32

4K can be recorded at up to 120p right in the camera. 4K footage can be played back in up to 5x slow motion33. The Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q) mode34 makes it convenient to play recorded footage back at slow or high speed in the camera. Full HD footage recorded at 240fps offers even greater range: up to 10x slow motion (24p) to create impressive sports movies, for example. The frame rate setup menu allows intuitive selection of frame rates.3536

Better S-Log matching with Cinema Line cameras

The S-Log3 gamma curve emphasises gradation characteristics from shadows to mid-grey. Minimum ISO when shooting S-Log3 is 800, while the expanded ISO range is 200–640. Compared to the α1, detail reproduction has been improved and matching with S-Log3 output from Sony's cinema cameras is easier. User LUTs can also be imported into the camera for preview.

Stable, high-level video shooting

In addition to standard mode, Active Mode combines a precision image stabilisation unit and gyro sensor, while Dynamic active Mode adds electronic stabilisation for an additional approximately 30%24 effect373839, enabling stable recording even when the user is jogging. Auto Framing40 tracks and crops AI-recognised subjects and automatically adjusts shot composition, while Framing Stabiliser automatically keeps the subject in the same location within the frame when the camera operator is moving alongside.

Breathing compensation41

Focus breathing compensation41 reduces focus breathing when shooting movies. Sony's Clear Image Zoom technology automatically maintains angle of view through focus changes. Breathing metadata can also be used with the latest Catalyst Browse/Catalyst Prepare/Catalyst Prepare Plugin software application during post production.

Features for smooth focusing

AF Assist42 for temporary switching to manual focus, focus peaking display, and AF transition speed and sensitivity settings all help the user when shooting movies. Focus Map overlays a visual depth-of-field map on the live view display. Real-time Recognition AF, Real-time Tracking, and Focus Area are now available during digital zoom and Clear Image Zoom operation.43

Flexible LCD monitor positioning

The 4-axis multi-angle monitor can be positioned for optimal viewing in horizontal or vertical orientation. The extended monitor can be tilted upwards by approximately 98 ° and downwards by approximately 40 ° to the camera back, and sideways by a full 180 °. The hinge is unobtrusive but robust.44 The large 3.2 type 2.1 million dot display panel is touch sensitive, has a wide colour gamut, and is designed for clear outdoor viewing.

Advanced grip hold and ease of use

The improved grip ergonomics ensure comfortable and stable shooting over long sessions. A C5 custom button has also been added, and the grip design is replicated for prolonged vertical shooting with the optional VG-C5 Vertical Grip45, which additionally offers extended battery life over the previous model.

Standard and deep viewfinder eyepiece cups provided

The α1 II is supplied with two viewfinder eyepiece cups: the standard FDA-EP19 and the deeper FDA-EP21 which enhances viewing clarity by effectively blocking extraneous light. The soft, close-fitting material and design enhance viewing comfort.

Supplied charger charges two NP-FZ100 batteries in 155 minutes46

The supplied BC-ZD1 quick charger can simultaneously charge two NP-FZ100 batteries in approximately 155 minutes46 when used with an AC adapter providing USB PD (Power Delivery). This charger is ideal for charging two batteries for use at events or in other applications that require continuous operation over extended periods of time.

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Fast registration of frequently used functions

The My Menu feature allows menu items to be added to a custom favourites menu with a simple long-press or by pressing the Delete button. New options have also been added to the Function (Fn) menu, including recording folder selection and new folder creation.