The 50 MP Exmor RS sensor offers up to 30 FPS without blackout, supported by an industry-leading 9.44-million-dot EVF with high-speed refresh rate and 5.5-stop IBIS, all thanks to the BIONZ XR processor. With 759 phase-detection and 425 contrast-detection AF points, the camera features a wide and high-density autofocus that covers 93% of the image, enhanced by real-time autofocus technology: Real-time Tracking AF, Real-time Eye AF (Human, Animals, Birds), and Real-time Eye AF in video (Human only). With the Alpha 1, you'll never miss those important moments at the right time.
The camera offers advanced professional controls: menu, high-capacity Z battery, full-size HDMI, Ethernet, and ultra-fast Wi-Fi. Two CFexpress Type A compatible media slots make the camera the perfect tool for professionals looking to get the most out of their equipment. For flash photographers, the camera is now capable of shooting with a flash sync speed of 1/400 and 1/500 in APS-C mode.
For videographers, the camera provides 8K up to 30p 4:2:0 10-bit and recording capabilities up to 4K 120p. With the built-in S-Cinetone feature and active mode image stabilization, cinematographers and videographers can achieve cinematic results that rival those of Sony's Cinema Line products.
The improved dust and moisture resistance, the highly reliable mechanical shutter with 500,000 release cycles, and the super-speed USB-C 3.2 port for power support particularly distinguish this camera.
Continuous shooting mode | 30 FPS |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | Body only |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Memory card type | CFexpress type A, SD |
Item number | 14683204 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Material group | Metal |
Material | Magnesium alloy |
Country code | CH |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | Body only |
Image stabilisation method | Optical |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | Hot shoe |
White balance | Automatic, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent |
Exposure type | Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 5 EV |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 10 s |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash Off |
Image sensor resolution | 50.10 Mpx |
Image resolution | 8640 x 5760 pixels |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Image sensor size | 35.9 x 24 mm |
Crop factor | 1 |
Supported page ratios | 1:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 50 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 102400 |
Optical zoom | 4 x |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Panel technology | TFT |
Resolution | 1440000 Pixels |
Display functions | Tilt and swivel |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 9437184 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus |
Autofocus type | Hybrid |
Autofocus areas | 759 x |
Shutter speed | 30 - 1/8000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 30 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/32000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 30 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 7680 x 4320 pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | Ultra HD 8K |
Max. refresh rate | 30 fps |
Max. frame rate | 4K (120fps) |
Memory card type | CFexpress type A, SD |
Number of storage compartments | 2 |
Image file formats | HEIF, JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | XAVC S |
Durability | Splashproof |
Waterproof | 0 m |
Connections | HDMI, Microphone, USB 2.0, USB 3.2, USB-C |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Power capacity | 16.40 Wh |
Country of origin | Thailand |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | One battery pack NP FZ100 |
Width | 128.90 mm |
Length | 96.90 mm |
Height | 69.70 mm |
Weight | 737 g |
Length | 24.50 cm |
Width | 15.80 cm |
Height | 14.50 cm |
Weight | 1.72 kg |
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