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Sony A1 II price, specs and availability revealed

Sony's flagship camera excels in speed and resolution

Sony A1 II
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Sony has officially unveiled the A1 II, its latest flagship camera designed to cater to professional photographers and videographers. This successor to the acclaimed A1 combines high-resolution imaging, cutting-edge autofocus (AF), and enhanced video capabilities, setting a new standard for mirrorless camera performance.

Quick update – as you can see from the pictures I have a review sample of the Sony A1 II and will bring you the full review along with images soon..

At the core of the A1 II is the 50.1 MP full-frame Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor, paired with the Bionz XR processor and a dedicated AI processing unit. These elements deliver exceptional image quality, including 15-stops of dynamic range, and an extended ISO range of 50-102,400. A new IR sensor and AI processing elevate performance over its predecessor, particularly in autofocus. The camera supports 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) with up to 8.5 stops of performance in the center frame. Advanced features like Composite RAW shooting and 16-image Pixel Shift Multi Shooting create composites with resolutions up to 199 MP.

Sony A1 II

Autofocus enhancements include human pose estimation and AF tracking for vehicles, animals, and even insects. The 759-point phase detection AF system operates effectively in low light and maintains accuracy up to f/22. Continuous shooting captures up to 153 compressed RAW images at 30fps, with a customizable button for speed boost transitions.

Videographers will appreciate its ability to record 8K 16:9 footage oversampled from 8.6K, with 4:2:2 or 4:2:0 10-bit options. Additional support for S-Log3, S-Cinetone, LUTs, and high-performance stabilization enhances filmmaking workflows. For 4K recording, the camera supports frame rates up to 120fps.

Sony A1 II

The A1 II integrates seamless connectivity with Wi-Fi 802.11ac, USB 10Gbps, and 2.5G Base-T LAN. A rear voice memo microphone and multiple IPTC presets add to its professional appeal.

Physically, the A1 II features a robust design with an improved grip and is compatible with the new VG-C4EM vertical grip. Its OLED viewfinder offers 9.44 million dots of resolution, while the 4-axis multi-angle screen supports versatile shooting angles.

Sony A1 II

Specifications:

  • Sensor: 50.1 MP Exmor RS stacked CMOS
  • Processor: Bionz XR with AI processing
  • Stabilization: 5-axis IBIS, 8.5 stops performance (center)
  • Autofocus: 759-point phase detection, human pose estimation, and subject-specific AF
  • Video: 8K 16:9, 4K up to 120fps, S-Log3, S-Cinetone
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, USB 10Gbps, 2.5G LAN

Sony A1 II Price and availability:

The Sony A1 II will retail at €7,500 / £6,300 and is expected to hit shelves in late November 2024.

URL: Sony A1 II Official Page

Sony A1 II Sample images

Lighting and model set-up under the watchful direction of Tom Oldham

Sony A1 II Sample image
Sony A1 II Sample image
Sony A1 II Sample image
Sony A1 II Sample image
Sony A1 II Sample image
Sony A1 II Sample image

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